
WARNING: Black Bear Activity Increasing Across New York
This weekend is the unofficial start to summer, and officials across New York State are warning of increased activity of black bears.
Black Bears are waking up from hibernation and are on the move looking for food and this means that they could be moving into densely populated areas across the state.
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The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has some tips on how you should react if you see a black bear.
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DON'T FEED BLACK BEARS IN NEW YORK STATE
The best thing to do is not feed any bears. When bears learn that can get food from humans, they become more active and less afraid of human interaction which could cause problems. It is also illegal to feed wild bears in New York State.
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WHAT DO BLACK BEARS EAT?
When Black Bears come out of hibernation, they are very hungry and they will eat pretty much anything. They are omnivorous; eating grasses, berries, fruit, nuts, seeds, insects, as well as human sources of food like corn, honey, bird seed, trash, and pet food when available. You should also keep your trash cans protected if you noticed a bear near your home.

HOW TO SCARE A BLACK BEAR AWAY
If there is a black bear in your yard or if one comes close to you on a hiking path, there are some things you can do to scare them away. Bears can be frightened from an area by shouting, clapping your hands, banging pots and pans, and using night lights, strobe lights, or loud music. If the bear doesn't leave right away, maintain a safe distance and contact the DEC.
CAN YOU HUNT BLACK BEARS IN NEW YORK?
Yes, you can but you need a license and you can only hunt them in the Fall. You can learn more about hunting black bears in New York HERE.
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