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Bears Emerge from Hibernation: New Hampshire Residents Warned

3/28/2026

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Black bears are emerging from hibernation in New Hampshire and northern New York and will seek calorie-dense foods.
Dan Bailey, New Hampshire Fish and Game expert, advises residents to remove bird feeders and secure trash to prevent attracting bears.
In St. Lawrence County, officials urge residents to clean grills and secure chicken coops to minimize conflicts.
Intentional feeding of bears is prohibited, and sightings should be reported to aid research on bear behavior.

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Black bears are emerging from hibernation in New Hampshire and northern New York and will seek calorie-dense foods.
Dan Bailey, New Hampshire Fish and Game expert, advises residents to remove bird feeders and secure trash to prevent attracting bears.
In St. Lawrence County, officials urge residents to clean grills and secure chicken coops to minimize conflicts.
Intentional feeding of bears is prohibited, and sightings should be reported to aid research on bear behavior.