We turn problems into opportunities.
We provide solutions when others see obstacles.
We implement innovative programs to keep bear alive and thriving.
Since our beginnings, we have been creating programs to protect bears in a multitude of ways.
Planting Native Food Buffer
We have planted hundreds of native plants in natural habitat to complement black bears natural food.
Learn more here.
Community Fruit Rescue
Community Fruit Rescue is dedicated to reducing urban fruit as an attractant for black bears, reducing food waste and promoting sustainability through our community harvests.
Learn more here.
Installing Electric Fencing
Negative reinforcement such as electric fencing, unwelcome mats, and electric window wires are highly effective ways to deter bears.
Learn more about our electric fencing program here.
Empowering Youth
Donations are used to purchase materials for local projects that engage the youth of Boulder to put their caring words into something that has the power to effect change!
A student took the lead in collecting letters from her schoolmates to address the issue of bears getting into trash. The letters made a big impact on City Council and was a compelling part of the argument to require bear-resistant trash carts throughout a large part of Boulder. Way to go!
At one of our art days, kids throughout Boulder created a beautiful quilt to express their concern for the bears and to provide concrete solutions. A fun day and a great way to bring our community together!
Educational Materials
We can’t save the bears without community support! And sometimes the community just needs to know what to do!
Donations are used to create banners, print flyers and distribute additional educational materials to help spread the word on how to keep bears and people safe.
note: Boulder Bear Coalition previously went by the name Bridge Together, as noted on the banner.
Installing Electric Fencing
Bears come into urban areas looking for food. If they don’t receive a reward for their efforts they are more likely not to stay. Negative reinforcement such as electric fencing, unwelcome mats, and electric window wires are highly effective ways to deter bears.
Donations are used to purchase electric mats and fencing to keep bears out of beehives, chicken coops, and kitchen windows.
For ideas on how to bear-proof your home, see what Bear Busters, a company in California is doing.
Community Outreach
- Rent space at Farmers Market and purchase advertising space in Daily Camera to increase community awareness about bears
- Create surveys and increase use of social media to increase awareness
- Purchase materials for community outreach for events at local parks and talks at local venues
Bear Protection Ordinance Zone
The Hill
Each year there are policy proposals made at the local and/or state level to increase the killing of bears. We have been active at researching these proposals and have spoken at the local, regional and state level on the bears behalf. We will continue to add our expertise to effect policy makers decisions that will mean life or death for black bears. For information on the current proposal to increase the killing of black bears see,
Thank you for your support!
To donate to Boulder Bear Coalition:
If you prefer to mail a donation, send your donation to:
3024 6th St
Boulder, CO 80304
Your charitable support is tax-deductible. Boulder Bear Coalition, a 501(c)(3) Colorado not-for-profit organization, federal tax # 46-3941088. 100% of your donation will go to Boulder Bear Coalition and work associated with protecting black bears in Boulder. No goods or services of any value were or will be transferred to you in connection with this donation. Following your donation, you will receive written acknowledgement of your donation for your tax records.
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