BearWise
Coverage of BearWise in the Nexus archive.
- Black bear spotted near Dickson County restaurant
A black bear was spotted near Otts BBQ in Dickson County, Tennessee, prompting police notification. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) reported recent bear sightings in multiple counties and advised securing food sources to prevent encounters. TWRA emphasized following BearWise guidelines, including not feeding bears and securing grills, garbage, and pet food.
- Vermonters need to do their part to keep bears wild
Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department authorized the killing of a bear in Stowe after it became too comfortable around humans. The department warns that without proactive community measures like securing trash and birdfeeders, more bears will face similar outcomes. Efforts include public education, habitat conservation, and partnerships to promote coexistence.
- Video shows black bear spotted in Gastonia neighborhood
A black bear was spotted in a Gastonia, N.C. neighborhood on June 16, stealing food from a birdfeeder. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission attributed the sighting to juvenile bears seeking territory and urban expansion, advising residents to follow BearWise guidelines to avoid conflicts.