Njdep Bear Alert

[+BMSquared]

IMMEDIATE RELEASE:   

April 12, 2005   

Contact: Elaine Makatura                     

 

(609) 292-2994

 

DEP URGES NEW JERSEY RESIDENTS TO BE ALERT BEARS ARE RE-EMERGING FROM WINTER HIBERNATION

 

(05/36)  TRENTON - Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bradley M. Campbell is urging residents of Northern and Central New Jersey to bear-proof the areas around their residences to prevent bear intrusions. Further, Campbell urges residents statewide to keep an eye out for bear sightings. As the weather continues to get warmer, black bears become more active searching for food and mates.

 

"Knowing how to prevent bears from coming close to your home is the first step toward safety," said DEP Fish and Wildlife Director Martin J. McHugh.  "One of the best ways to discourage nuisance bears is by storing garbage properly, by keeping pets and livestock in enclosed areas, and by keeping all food products - like bird seed - away from wildlife. Taking preventive steps now can protect you and your family during the spring and summer months to come."

 

NEVER FEED A BLACK BEAR!  It's dangerous and against the law.

Violators could face a penalty of up to a $1,000 for each offense.

 

Remember that reducing problems with bears is a community effort. Form a community group within your neighborhood to keep all residents safe.

 

Invest in bear-proof garbage containers. Store all garbage in airtight containers with tight fitting lids in a secure area such as a basement, the inside wall of a garage, or a shed.

 

Wash garbage containers frequently - at least once a week - with a disinfectant to eliminate odors. Draping bleach-soaked cloth over containers will also help to eliminate odors.

 

Put garbage out on collection day, not the evening before.

 

Do not place meat or sweet food scraps in compost piles.

 

Feed birds only between December 1 and April 1, when bears are in dens and less likely to visit feeders.

 

Feed outdoor pets during daylight hours only.  Immediately remove all food scraps and bowls after feeding.

 

Clean outdoor grills thoroughly after each use. Grease and food residue can attract bears.

 

Report bear damage or nuisance behavior to the local police department or to the DEP's Division of Fish and Wildlife at (908) 735-8793.

 

To learn more about New Jersey's black bears, visit the department's Web site at www.njfishandwildlife.com.

 

I guess TRL shouldn't bait their caches to raise the difficulty anymore.

[avroair]

black bears become more active searching for food and mates

 

Which is worse? Either way you're screwed!

[+briansnat]

A) I'm not washing my garbage cans. Yuk.

B ) I like watching the birds on my feeder - especially in the summer.

C) The stuff on my grill adds flavor.

D) I'm absloutely, positively not storing my smelly garbage in the house.

 

Come and get me Yogi!

Edited April 12, 2005 by briansnat

[+Mopar]

(05/36)  TRENTON - Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bradley M. Campbell is urging residents of Northern and Central New Jersey to bear-proof the areas around their residences to prevent bear intrusions. Further, Campbell urges residents statewide to keep an eye out for bear sightings. As the weather continues to get warmer, black bears become more active searching for food and mates.

Isn't that the same Bradley M. Campbell who went to court to cancel the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife's black bear hunt? At the time he claimed NJ's black bear problems could be managed with a public awareness campaign and there was no need for a hunt.

 

I guess this is it?

[+BMSquared]

At the time he claimed NJ's black bear problems could be managed with a public awareness campaign and there was no need for a hunt.

 

I guess this is it?

It is some public campaign. I only received this because work requires that I get updates from NJDEP periodically.

[+Alan2]

(05/36)  TRENTON - Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bradley M. Campbell is urging residents of Northern and Central New Jersey to bear-proof the areas around their residences to prevent bear intrusions. Further, Campbell urges residents statewide to keep an eye out for bear sightings. As the weather continues to get warmer, black bears become more active searching for food and mates.

Isn't that the same Bradley M. Campbell who went to court to cancel the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife's black bear hunt? At the time he claimed NJ's black bear problems could be managed with a public awareness campaign and there was no need for a hunt.

 

I guess this is it?

Someone should drop garbage on Campbell 's lawn.

[+Team Rampant Lion]

I guess TRL shouldn't bait their caches to raise the difficulty anymore.

My "Ode To Bear" cologne will be on sale soon. In the meantime, you can visit my EPIC series if you want to see a few in person. For those more timid, you can visit my neighborhood photo album.

[+Salvelinus]

I work for a similar agency in PA.

 

This is the most ridiculous, stupid, and useless press release I have ever seen. Feel free to ignore it.

 

Salvelinus

[+briansnat]

At the time he claimed NJ's black bear problems could be managed with a public awareness campaign and there was no need for a hunt.

 

I guess this is it?

It is some public campaign. I only received this because work requires that I get updates from NJDEP periodically.

You must be on some VIP list. I just received the same e-mail this morning.

[+BMSquared]

You must be on some VIP list. I just received the same e-mail this morning.

I occasionally do consulting for major government clients. Some of it is classified, but in the name of safety I have smuggled this out.

 

<scramble classified information> Bears are attracted to garbage and food sources. </scramble classified information>

[+Tiffany's Slaves]

You must be on some VIP list. I just received the same e-mail this morning.

I occasionally do consulting for major government clients. Some of it is classified, but in the name of safety I have smuggled this out.

 

<scramble classified information> Bears are attracted to garbage and food sources. </scramble classified information>

Classified... so ther Bears don't find out what they are attracted to or are we trying to keep the OTHER STATES from finding out the secret?

Edited April 14, 2005 by Tiffany's Slaves