For Immediate Release | July 28, 2022

Be Bear Aware: Bears Are Active in Avon

Avon community is reminded to monitor property trash and refuse containers
to prevent local bear activity.

 
Avon, CO – With summertime in full swing, there have been numerous reported sightings of bears in Avon, especially the valley floor extending to both the east and west parts of town. The community is reminded to be cautious and actively monitor the property areas that contain trash and refuse receptacles since this is the most common attraction for bears.
 
Bears sense of smell is quite keen, with a nose that's 100 times more sensitive than humans, they can smell food five miles away. Their natural diet is grasses, berries, fruits, nuts and plants, but will resort to persistent scavenging when they find an easy human-provided food source, often times trash cans and larger trash dumpsters.
 
The public is advised to take the following precautions to help prevent encounters with bears:
• Keep doors and windows closed and locked
• Remove tree limbs that might provide access by a climbing bear to upper level decks and windows
• Get rid of bird feeders and dog food
• Burning food off from barbeque grills and clean after each use
• Don't leave food, trash, coolers, or air fresheners outdoors or in your vehicle.
 
It is also recommended that dogs and cats be kept indoors unless the pet owner is with their pet outside.
 
It is against the law in Avon to intentionally or unintentionally feed wildlife. Trash should only be placed out on collection days and no earlier than 6:00 a.m. The Avon Police Department should be contacted if the animal is in a trash can, is in close proximity to a house, is near children, or appears to be a threat to domestic animals. For more information, contact the Avon Police Department at 970-748-4040.

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