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3 weeks ago

Missoula Bears
Good info to know!Many people often have questions about dog and bear interactions when out walking/hiking. Here you go: ... See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

Missoula Bears
Missoula folks!September is Bear Aware Month in Montana! Here in west-central Montana, we'll have staff on hand at the Missoula office Thursdays from 3-6pm + Fridays from 11am-1pm all month to answer questions and provide inert bear spray training. Hope to see you then!Safety tips, events, and virtual training info: fwp.mt.gov/bear-aware ... See MoreSee Less
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4 weeks ago

Missoula Bears
While we all love a Fat Bear,™ don't be the reason they get that way.As the seasons change, bears in Missoula County are entering hyperphagia, where they eat excessively to prepare for winter hibernation. Bears of all types and ages are on the move and looking for tasty food. They're especially drawn to areas with fruit-bearing trees, so stay alert while recreating, carry bear spray and know how to use it. Know what else is tasty to bears? Your trash. If you live in the recently expanded bear buffer zone, be sure to secure your garbage correctly. Visit missoulacountyvoice.com/bear-smart-missoula for more information. ... See MoreSee Less
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