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Got Bears? Get to Know NJ Black Bears and Become a “BEAR SMART Community

Please join us for a free presentation about the true nature of black bears, one of New Jersey’s most magnificent animals. The Bear Education and Resource Group’s mission is to educate residents about black bears, reduce unwarranted fears, promote tolerance of our bear neighbors and foster peaceful coexistence between people and bears. 

Learn simple steps to lessen the chance of having bears frequent residential neighborhoods.

The BEAR Group has a wonderful and informative PowerPoint presentation, literature and visuals that
explain how humans and black bears can peacefully coexist. Black bears are timid creatures and generally afraid of humans and according to Dr. Lynn
Rogers, Ph.D., world-renowned bear expert, “You have a greater chance of winning the lottery, than ever being harmed by a black bear”.

Find out what's happening in Long Valleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Call the Library at 908-876-3596 or go to www.wtpl.org to sign up for this program!

 

Find out what's happening in Long Valleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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