Reducing HumanBear Conflicts NYS Dept. of Environmental ...
If you frequently find bears foraging in your garbage cans, despite proper storage, consider using a bearresistant trash container. View a list of bearresistant products (leaves DEC website).; Mask garbage odors with ammoniasoaked rags.; If you have curbside garbage pickup take out trash just before your scheduled not put garbage at the curb the night before.