Educational Blog

In communities across North America, human–wildlife conflicts are becoming more frequent—and the cause often starts closer to home than many realize. While habitat loss and urban expansion play a role … read more

Motivation, Intelligence, and the Power of Food-Reward Learning When it comes to human–wildlife conflict, bears stand in a class of their own. Raccoons may tip bins, coyotes may scavenge, and rodents … read more

Patterns, Location-Based Risks, and Corrective Actions Wildlife encounters around waste sites are rarely random. Bears, raccoons, and other animals are intelligent, opportunistic, and creatures of hab … read more

Sensory Cues, Environmental Scanning, and Smarter Trash Design When a bear approaches a new area—whether it’s a campground, commercial property, resort, or residential community—it isn’t wande … read more

As winter loosens its grip and temperatures begin to rise, commercial properties face a critical but often overlooked seasonal challenge: preparing waste sites for increased wildlife activity. Spring … read more