As bear activity increases during this time of year in Asheville, be aware that the potential to encounter a black bear may increase as well.
The City of Asheville partnership with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, would like to advise you to to please keep this in mind. Please be aware of the increased potential to encounter a black bear and be BearWise®. Unsure of what to do when encountering a black bear in the wild or a residential area? Visit www.bearwise.org/bear-safety-tips/bear-encounter to find out. Thank you and be safe.