Bears - The Durango Herald

Bear kills 6 chickens, raising questions about electric-fence ban

Some say Durango’s ban should be overturned

DATE: May 17, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bear claws its way through vehicle in Forest Lakes subdivision

Bruin apparently became trapped inside Honda Pilot

DATE: May 10, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Environmentalists sue Colorado, feds over predator plan

Bears, lions would be killed to boost mule deer numbers

DATE: Apr 14, 2017 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Be prepared: Bears begin to emerge from hibernation around Durango

Black bears have started to emerge from hibernation during the past couple weeks, and Durango-area residents should be aware of these facts and helpful tips as they become active: ...

DATE: Apr 7, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Public library to host ‘Bears of Durango’ presentation

The La Plata County Living with Wildlife Advisory Board will hold a presentation about the documentary “Bears of Durango” at 6 p.m. Thursday at Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. ...

DATE: Mar 28, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Conflicts between bears and humans likely to increase

Locking up trash keeps bears away, study shows

DATE: Mar 16, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Violations of bear-safe trash-can ordinance drop in 2016

Durango levies two fines, La Plata County issues warnings

DATE: Jan 26, 2017 | CATEGORY: Local News

Food will lure some bears from winter dens

Snow, cold not a deterrent on trash day

DATE: Dec 7, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Refrain from feeding birds while bears are still active

The La Plata County Living with Wildlife Advisory Board reminds residents that all bears may not be on their way to winter dens yet. Do not feed birds while bears are active. ...

DATE: Nov 23, 2016 | CATEGORY: Local News

Electric fencing shockingly effective deterring bears

Black bears can cause property damage – including the loss of chickens, beehives, small livestock and valued fruit trees – which can be both financially and emotionally draining. Electric fe...

DATE: Oct 31, 2016 | CATEGORY: Bear Smart