Improperly stored garbage is the most common cause of human-bear conflicts. Storing garbage out of the reach of bears: can prevent them from returning to your home, ranch or camp in search of food ...

While following BearSmart practices can reduce the likelihood of an encounter, carrying and knowing how to properly use bear deterrents can help prevent injury if you do encounter a bear. The 2 most ...

Examples they give of bear deterrents include electric fencing ... Scents such as bleach or ammonia, which can be poured into ...

A hungry black bear was caught red-handed trying to break into a locked garbage can at a home in Sammamish, Washington, in mid-November. Washington resident, Jon Stickney, captured this video of the ...

A trash can-raiding American black bear has made headlines after being caught in the act by an Alabama couple’s home security ...