 MassWildlife: Bear Aware CampingMassachusetts is black bear country. If you're planning a camping trip in an RV or tent, follow these 5 tips to stay safe and keep bears wild. Fish and Wildlife Department: Take Down Birdfeeders, Secure Food from BearsBear incidents have been on the rise over the past several years.  New Bear Population Estimate Based on 2023 DataAfter a consistent overall increase from the 1970s through the 1990s, Vermont's bear population has been relatively stable through the 2000s, with periods of shorter-term growth and decline.  Residents Concerned About Injured Bear in Northwest PittsfieldCommunity members have rallied in concern over an injured bear wandering northwest Pittsfield into Lanesborough the last few days. |
