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Maryland Officials Warn: Bears Emerging, Secure Food Sources

4/8/2026

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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources warns black bears are emerging from winter dens in search of food.
Jonathan Trudeau, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Game Mammal Section Leader, says the bear population is growing.
Officials urge homeowners to remove food sources, such as bird feeders and trash, to deter bears from increasingly suburban areas.
Residents should enjoy bear sightings from a distance and stay calm if encountered.

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The Maryland Department of Natural Resources warns black bears are emerging from winter dens in search of food.
Jonathan Trudeau, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources Game Mammal Section Leader, says the bear population is growing.
Officials urge homeowners to remove food sources, such as bird feeders and trash, to deter bears from increasingly suburban areas.
Residents should enjoy bear sightings from a distance and stay calm if encountered.