Bears in Asheville Urban Wilds | Winston–Salem News

Emmy-winning wildlife cinematographer Hayes Baxley is bringing the wild to your screen—this time right in his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina. Filming for a new BBC series, he’s capturing intimate, never-before-seen moments of black bears navigating urban life, from playgrounds to trampolines. Armed with a 1,000mm lens and remote cameras, Baxley blends patience and precision to document mother bears and cubs thriving alongside humans—while working closely with local wildlife officials to ensure safety and coexistence. His most heart-stopping shot? A mom bear shielding her cubs from a storm on a tree branch. If you spot bears in the area, share tips via @AshevilleBears. This isn’t just wildlife—it’s a story of adaptation, resilience, and the unexpected places nature calls home. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/68fdf391318f3f2c