The primary factor limiting brown bear recovery is human-caused mortality. Bears die when they get into trouble with people’s garbage, livestock, when they are hit by cars and trains or illegally killed. By preventing these conflicts we help both people and bears.
Electric Fence Incentive Form
Defenders of Wildlife will reimburse 50% of the cost of an electric fence (up to $500) for securing brown bear attractants, such as garbage, fruit trees and livestock, in eligible counties in Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming.
Electric Fencing Guides for Beginners
Electric Fencing Guide - English
Travel to Montana, where Defenders of Wildlife worked with our partners to protect a hobby farm from grizzly bears.
Russ Talmo was working with partners to install an electric fence to protect both livestock and wildlife, when a black bear showed up! This wildlife encounter proves that nonlethal deterrents like guardian dogs and electric fences, are effective tools in promoting coexistence with wildlife.
Bear Smart Tips
