How a Messy Campsite Ended a Black Bear's Life Near Red Lodge

FWP warns people not to feed bears after six food-conditioned bears euthanized near Red Lodge so far this year

RED LODGE, Mont. — Six black bears have been euthanized in the Red Lodge area this year after repeated conflicts with people, and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials say the cases highlight how easily bears can become conditioned to…

How a messy campsite ended a black bear's life near Red Lodge

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks says it believes some people are intentionally feeding bears, contributing to a record year for conflicts.

Bold black bears invade Red Lodge, north-central Wyoming; 7 euthanized

FWP attributed the spike to bears seeking unsecured garbage or other human food sources, including some people intentionally feeding wildlife.