Bear management protocols

Bear management protocols are strategies used to prevent bear conflicts and ensure safety for both humans and bears. They involve securing food, garbage, and attractants to reduce bear curiosity and habituation. When bears are encountered, protocols typically recommend giving bears space, staying calm, and slowly backing away, rather than approaching or running. If a bear becomes too comfortable around humans, specialized teams may safely relocate or, in rare cases, euthanize the animal to protect public safety. These protocols aim to balance bear conservation with human safety by minimizing negative interactions and encouraging bears to stay in their natural habitats.