Bear Resources
Welcome to bear country! Bear activity is common in this area, making bear-resistant trash storage is essential for the safety of both residents and wildlife. Remember: a fed bear is a dead bear. We ask everyone in our community to do their part to protect our wildlife.
Park Disposal’s top recommendations:
Bear-Resistant Cans
Bear-resistant cans provide a critical layer of defense. Their specialized locking lids significantly reduce the chance of a bear accessing your garbage. While they are bear-resistant rather than entirely bear-proof, investing in one is strongly recommended.
Wait Until Morning
Place trash out the morning of pickup rather than the night before to minimize exposure. Avoid leaving waste sitting in outdoor cans for extended periods.
Bag and Tie Everything
Bagging all trash and double-bagging food scraps drastically reduces scent trails
Neutralize Scents
Spray your cans with household ammonia to mask food odors.
(Note: Never use bear spray or pepper spray on cans)
Ammonia product link: https://amzn.to/4gEPZ9a
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Secure the Can
Strap your can upright to a sturdy post or tree using heavy-duty ratchet straps (rated for at least 1,000 lbs). This prevents bears from tipping the container or using leverage to compromise the lid.
Ratchet strap recommendation: https://amzn.to/3SIW7UF
Deterrence
Install motion-activated floodlights or high-frequency sound deterrents near outdoor storage areas.
Alarm recommendation: https://amzn.to/4qXSarT
Neutralize Scents
Bear Boards / Unwelcome Mats:
Bear boards (unwelcome mats) are an easy, cost-effective way to deter bears from sheds, doors, and storage zones.
DIY guide: https://essentialwilderness.com/bear-boards-and-other-precautions/
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Heavy-duty steel lockers bolted directly to a concrete pad offer the highest level of security. If you need to source or install a certified enclosure, reach out to us—we coordinate logistics and installation directly through our sister company, Dan Dan Solutions.
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Bearicuda Bins: Often featured in campgrounds and state parks, Bearicuda Bins are among the most durable bear-resistant containers available.
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Jobsite Toolboxes: Several Park Disposal clients have also had great success securing heavy-duty jobsite toolboxes to concrete pads:
- Purchase here: https://amzn.to/4gZxgEi
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Anchored Metal Enclosures:
