Bears in Neighborhoods: What You Need to Know | Boise News

Black bears are getting way too comfortable in Wood River Valley neighborhoods, even with cubs, thanks to easy access to food — and they’re ignoring bear-proof trash cans. With bears burning 20,000 calories a day to fatten up for winter, it’s critical to lock down all food smells — birdseed, pet food, fallen fruit — or stash them away. Don’t let bears think humans = free buffet. If you spot bear activity, call the Magic Valley Regional Office at 208-324-4359. Safety for both humans and bears starts with your trash habits. 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/5f1530256a5a0745