North Idaho Bear Fair on Saturday
Bear spray demonstration at the 2023 North Idaho Bear Fair. Anyone who participates in the bear spray training will receive a free canister of bear spray while supplies last.
(Courtesy Photo: IDFG)
BONNERS FERRY — North Idaho is bear country, living and recreating safely in their midst requires intentionality and specific training and skills.
Idaho Fish and Game is inviting everyone to learn the basics of living safely in bear country at its second North Idaho Bear Fair on Sept. 28 at the Boundary County Fairgrounds from noon to 4 p.m.
The event is free, and registration is not required. Free food will be provided for those who attend, and folks can enter to win free prizes.
During the event, participants will:
Receive bear spray training using inert bear spray canisters on Fish and Game’s remote-controlled charging grizzly bear.
Learn the basics of how to protect livestock, chicken coops, animals and beehives with electric fencing.
Have the opportunity to use a large cider press to make fresh apple cider. Please bring your own apples and containers.
Learn about Fish and Game’s livestock carcass pick-up program.
Learn about safely camping in bear country.
North Idaho Bear Fair is a partnership among Fish and Game, the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Wildlife Services, Idaho Governor’s Office of Species Conservation, Kootenai Valley Resource Initiative and U.S. Department of Agriculture.