Black Bear Archives - Montana Outdoor

Black Bear Learns the Hard Way That Dogs Have Humans with Hatchets

Jun 9, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan

Black bear entered a tent at Beavertail Hill State Park campground east of Missoula Tuesday morning; no injuries resulted

A black bear entered a tent at Beavertail Hill State Park campground on Tuesday morning. Campers were in the tent, but fortunately nobody was injured.

May 19, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan

Hunter shoots charging grizzly bear in defense of life near Cave Falls Road

On the evening of May 16, a hunter shot and killed a male grizzly bear in defense of life after it charged him and his young son from a short distance away while they were hunting black bears near the Cave Falls Road on the Caribou-Targhee National Forest outside of Ashton.

May 7, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan

New details released: Yellowstone continues area closures near Old Faithful following May 4 bear incident

New details about the bears and victims involved in a bear attack earlier this week in Yellowstone. The investigation continues.

May 7, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan

Missing hiker’s body located in Glacier National Park; believed to have been killed by bear

The victim was located about 2.5 miles up the Mt. Brown Trail approximately 50 feet off the trail in a densely wooded area with downed timber. His injuries are consistent with those sustained by a bear encounter.

May 5, 2026 · Moosetrack Megan

Hikers injured by bear in Yellowstone National Park

On the afternoon of May 4, two hikers sustained injuries by one or more bears on the Mystic Falls Trail near Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park.

Mar 13, 2026 · montanaoutdoor

Grizzlies Active Near Flathead River: What Anglers and Hikers Must Know This Spring

Montana's spring bear activity is surging with grizzly and black bear sightings increasing. Learn essential safety tips for outdoor recreation encounters.

Jun 10, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan

Two Black Bears Involved in Separate Food Related Conflicts in Glacier National Park

The bear consistently attempted to enter vehicles and buildings on private property inside the park and was eventually successful in entering at least one building and a vehicle. In 2022 the bear was captured in Kalispell by Montana Fish…

Jun 1, 2025 · Moosetrack Megan

Bear euthanized after approaching hikers near Montana-Canada border

A bear has been euthanized after exhibiting agressive behavior toward people in an area near the Montana-Canada border.

Dec 19, 2023 · Angela Montana

Bear rummages through house

Just remember to keep your doors and windows locked when you live in bear country!

Aug 17, 2023 · Angela Montana

Montana Man in His Undies Shoots and Kills Black Bear in Living Room

If your dog wakes you up at night barking, make sure you have a firearm nearby when you investigate. A […]

Jul 29, 2023 · Montana Grant

GAME NAMES!!!

“The Montana hunter steadied for the shot as the “sleuth” came closer. The group of bears would soon be in […]

Jul 2, 2023 · Montana Grant

DOG HAIR!!!

Anyone with a dog knows that shed hair is a problem. Hairy dust bunnies gather in corners of the floor, […]

Jun 18, 2023 · Montana Grant

BEAR WITH US!!!

A lifetime ago, I lived in Maryland. Being from western Maryland, I was used to seeing bears in the Appalachian […]

Jun 11, 2023 · Montana Grant

TOUCH ME FEEL ME!!!

Humans seem to have a need to touch and feel wildlife. The problem is that inappropriate touching and feeling are […]

May 9, 2023 · Angela Montana

The dumpster was FULL…of bear

Well, that was unexpected! Check out this surprise for a West Virginia principal when he opens a dumpster. Imagine his […]

Apr 1, 2023 · Montana Grant

KEEPING YOGI AWAY!!!

All birders deal with occasional feeder pests, from mice and squirrels to insects, deer, and raccoons. Bears, on the other hand, […]

Mar 25, 2023 · Montana Grant

THE BEST HUNTING SHOWS!!!

Hunting is a Blood Sport. This means that things die when hunters are successful at harvesting their prey. Humans are […]