By Wendy Keefover and Kristin Combs WRITERS ON THE RANGE                               Kristin ...

By: EBS STAFF  On Tuesday night, grizzly bear 399 was killed in a vehicle collision on Highway 2...

Former paramedic and park ranger shares experiences and research from his new book, ‘Grizzly Con...

By Explore Big Sky/Staff Writer A hunter was charged by a grizzly bear, and shot the bear, near t...

By Taylor Owens CONTENT MARKETING LEAD If you have a story about a bear encounter or interaction...

Hey Bear is more than a brand; it is a movement! By Mira Brody VP MEDIA This column is presented...

By MFWP KALISPELL — A grizzly bear was euthanized last week after a series of conflicts with ch...

By Blair Miller DAILY MONTANAN Two hunters who were reportedly charged by a grizzly bear on Mond...

By Explore Big Sky Hungry bears emerging from hibernation around Big Sky are finding food in a le...

By Explore Big Sky Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks trapped and euthanized three black bears in ...

By National Park Service BOZEMAN, MT - As part of ongoing grizzly bear and black bear research an...

By Taylor Owens CONTENT MARKETING LEAD As winter’s cold grips disperse in the coming weeks, bear...

Watch Here for Exclusive Interview and Tips for Staying Safe in Bear Country BIG SKY, Mont.– Outl...

In northern climates, grizzly bears and black bears typically survive cold weather by entering hibernation, a period of decreased activity during which they don’t eat, drink or defecate; their body temperatures drop, and their heart rates slow to just nine beats per minute. The duration and depth of hibernation varies depending on local climate and food availability, allowing bears to conserve energy when food is scarce.

By Charity Berry Forest Service Bozeman, MT, February 27, 2024 – Effective March 1, 2024, food st...

BIG SKY – When Ashley Noorlander saw her father’s name pop up on her phone screen the afternoon ...

The Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) is celebrating four decades of collaborative efforts in grizzly bear recovery. The event will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at the Museum of the Rockies in Bozeman, Montana, from 7-9 p.m.

Are you wondering why you might be seeing more bears around Big Sky? It is because it’s that time of the year when they become more active. Bears are preparing to enter their dens and not eat or drink for five to seven months.

With Halloween approaching, it's vital to consider our wildlife neighbors, particularly bears. During their fall feeding frenzy, known as hyperphagia, bears can consume an astounding 20,000+ calories daily. Their keen sense of smell makes your pumpkin creations an irresistible target. To keep your jack-o'-lanterns safe and bear-free, consider bringing them inside and dispose of them safely.

From savings and sustainability to a convenience, here are the top 5 reasons why renting bear spray in Big Sky, or anywhere in bear country, is the smart choice.

To ensure a safe and enjoyable camping experience for both humans and bears, let's explore some essential bear safety tips.

On Sept. 8 Madison County Dispatch received a 911 call from a hunting party where an individual had been attacked by a grizzly bear while tracking a deer on Yellow Mule Trail.

A grizzly bear with a history of conflict with people was euthanized on Sept. 2 after breaking into a house near West Yellowstone. 

To encourage residents and nonresidents to be vigilant about the presence of bears, Gov. Greg Gianforte proclaimed September as Bear Aware Month, and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host several education events and opportunities that will feature fun activities, prizes and giveaways

A pair of Whitefish men killed a grizzly bear in self-defense last weekend in the Whitefish Range north of Whitefish. The two men were scouting for hunting season near Smokey Range Trailhead off Canyon Creek Road on the Flathead National Forest on the afternoon of Aug. 26 when they encountered a female grizzly bear with a cub.

As part of ongoing efforts required under the Endangered Species Act to monitor the population of grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, the U.S. Geological Survey, in conjunction with the National Park Service, is working to inform the public that pre-baiting and scientific capture operations are once again about to begin within Yellowstone National Park. 

In light of the Carbon County couple killing a black bear in self-defense, we wanted to highlight ways to avoid scenarios like these. 

Fishing is a super fun and popular way to get outside year round! Usually, fishing is a sport that takes place in bear country. Since the rivers and streams can be hidden at times in a quiet area in the forest, its important to practice bear safety!

 

Though people may think they know the basics about bear safety, here's a few myths you may not know about. 

Reminder to recrate safely this summer

 

As we kickoff the final countdown to the 12th annual Big Sky PBR, were diving into the history of the PBR! How the Outlaw bulls have made history being the toughest athletes on dirt. 

Though sightings of potential grizzly bears in the Pryor Mountains have been reported in recent years, this is the first confirmed sighting of a Grizzly bear in the area.