Black Bear Spied Wandering Around Back Yard Of Howard County Home

Ellicott City MD

19 May, 2022

10:28 AM

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HOWARD COUNTY, MD — A homeowner residing near Woodbine couldn't believe what she saw on her Ring video. It was a black bear casually strolling through her back yard. According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, there are more than 2,000 adult and younger black bears roaming Maryland, primarily in Garrett, Allegany, Washington and Frederick counties with sightings common throughout much of the state. The Maryland DNR notes that juvenile bears tend to take off on their own in May, June and July. The DNR advises everyone to never approach a bear. The bears typically are not aggressive and will leave on their own. In the meantime, for those who live in bear country or in any area where a bear has been spotted recently, the DNR advises: Locking garbage in a bear-proof trash bin or storing trash containers in a locked garage or shed until the morning of trash pickup.Rinsing out trash containers with ammonia to eliminate odors.Storing cooking grills inside and keeping them clean of food residue.Removing backyard bird feeders from April through November.Paying close attention while driving through bear country especially between dusk and dawn since it is hard to see these dark animals on the move.To watch the Ring video that was shared with WBAL TV, click here.