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Bear Smart

First bear of 2021 spotted northeast of Durango

Ursines seem to be waking earlier, Bear Smart director says

DATE: Mar 12, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Why did bears stay away from populated areas this year in Southwest Colorado?

Human-bear conflicts had been on the rise, but not in 2020

DATE: Dec 29, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

How did the warm fall impact the natural world?

Weather affects river levels, animal behavior, bird migrations, plant life

DATE: Dec 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Rain may help curb human-bear conflicts

After quiet year, activity increases as animals prepare for hibernation

DATE: Jul 30, 2020 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

First bear of season is sighted north of Bayfield

Early spotting is ‘unusual, but not unheard of,’ according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife

DATE: Mar 5, 2020 | CATEGORY: Local News

Homeowner shoots, kills bear in Vallecito

Wildlife officials say bruin was displaying aggressive behavior

DATE: Jul 8, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Winter slumber comes to an end for hibernating bears

As hibernation ends, officials say it’s time to take precautions

DATE: Apr 20, 2019 | CATEGORY: Pine River Times news

Winter slumber comes to an end for hibernating bears

Officials say it’s time to take precautions to reduce human-wildlife conflict

DATE: Apr 15, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

Study: Most Durangoans do not lock their bear-resistant trash cans

Some say city needs to be more proactive with enforcing ordinance

DATE: Jan 13, 2019 | CATEGORY: Local News

After third offense, Durango man fined $1,000 for feeding bears

Resident had been ticketed in 2010 and 2012

DATE: Jul 31, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

Despite drought, bears are finding plenty of natural food

Fewer urban ursine encounters noted

DATE: Jul 18, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

La Plata County Animal Control given power to enforce bears-trash laws

County seeks to reduce human-bear conflicts

DATE: May 8, 2018 | CATEGORY: Local News

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