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Black Bear Additional Resources

Black Bear Additional Resources

Schedule a town bear seminar, request literature, learn how to strengthen garbage ordinances and report bear incidents.

Bear Presentation And Exhibit

The bear presentation and exhibit are available for community meetings and events.

Implementing Waste Management Ordinances

Many communities across the country have had decreased bear incidences after strengthening existing trash management ordinances.

Reporting Black Bear Nuisance Or Damage

Report black bear damage or nuisance behavior to the DEP’s 24-hour, toll-free hotline at 1-877-WARN DEP (1-877-927-6337).

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Department of Environmental Protection
P. O. Box 420
Trenton, NJ 08625
609-777-3373
Last Update: June 20th, 2023