Additional Grizzly Bear Resources
We invite you to explore the following resources to help you prevent conflicts with bears, and keep bears wild and people safe.
BearWise States with Grizzly Bear Information
BearWise Quick Links
Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee
IGBC supports recovery and delisting, and ongoing conservation of grizzly bear populations and their habitats in areas of the western United States.
IGBC Bear-Resistant Products
– Find bear-resistant canisters, coolers, panniers, boxes, portable electric fences and other products that have been tested and certified bear-resistant.
IGBC Food Storage Guidelines – Properly storing food, garbage and other attractants is key to preventing conflicts with bears and is required in many parks, forests, campgrounds and wilderness areas in grizzly country. IGBC’s handy interactive map will help you see what food storage regulations are in place where you’re headed.
IGBC Encounter Advice – Guidelines and expert advice from the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee on understanding and responding to all types of encounters with bears.
Video – Staying Safe in Bear Country
A comprehensive and expert guide to staying safe in bear country, understanding bear behavior, body language and vocalizations and the best responses to all types of encounters. (Source: International Association for Bear Research and Management)
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Learn About the Grizzly Bear: Detailed information on the history of grizzly bears in the lower 48 states, updated maps of the recovery zones, grizzly bear annual status reports, safety information for landowners, additional links and resources.
