Residents are encouraged to report bear sightings (bear seen, bear in yard, etc) and incidents (bear killed chickens, into fruit trees, caused property damage, etc) here or by contacting Colorado Parks and Wildlife at 970-247-0855 or Bear Smart Durango at bp@frontier.net or 970-749-4262. Note that reports involving property damage, potentially problematic bears, etc. may be subject to being passed along to wildlife officials. If a bear is acting in an aggressive manner or presents a threat to public safety or property, immediately call Colorado Parks and Wildlife – after hours call 911, emergencies only.
PROBLEMS – OR SEND BEAR PHOTOS
If for whatever reason this online form isn’t working or if you’d like to submit a photo or video, please send an email to: bp@frontier.net