Latest bear news
Colorado human-bear conflicts plummeted in 2023 – but this video proves you can meet one in any season
Officials credit good food and bear awareness with the reduction in conflicts
When will bears start waking up for spring?
With winter drawing to a close, you might be wondering when you’ll see your next bruin clambering out of its den, rubbing the sleep out of its eyes
5 tips for safe backpacking in bear country
When you’re on a backpacking trip in bear country, you increase your risk of running into a bear due to extended periods outdoors and transporting food
Lake Tahoe skier learns why you never, ever chase the bears
The animal was spooked and barrelled across a run
What to do if you meet a bear: our safety guide
Knowing what to do if you meet a bear is an crucial component of outdoor safety in many North American backcountry regions
Do bear bells work? Or do they just make you an irritating trail user?
Do bear bells work? We delve into the research on whether bells help repel bears on the trail, or just disturb local wildlife and fellow hikers
Men try to take close-up photos of grizzly bear and cub – it doesn't end well
A grizzly can run at 35mph, so it pays to keep your distance
Watch bear go full-Yogi Bear, trashing car for treats
Here’s what happens when you leave a car door open with food inside when there are bears around
