Services

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We handle the bear necessities

Wild Neighbor focuses on practical, non-lethal solutions that reduce conflict by identifying and addressing possible bear “attractants”, as well as educational opportunities — helping people and wildlife share space safely!

We focuses on small-scale deterrent systems that do not require building permits or any major construction.

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To review consulting services & bear-resistant deterrents offered by Wild Neighbor in full detail.

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Brief Description of Services Offered:

  • Installation of deterrents and other “exclusion” systems with customized designs based on your properties needs. We also offer the option to purchase or rent certain deterrents. Try them out before buying and no need to wait for shipping - many deterrents are in-stock and can be installed within 1-3 days by Wild Neighbor!

    Deterrents Offered Include:

    • Unwelcome Mats (“electrified mats”!)

    • Electric wiring

    • Crawl space security

    • Motion-activated light/sound deterrents

    • Visit our deterrents webpage to learn more

    Follow-Up & Monitoring

    We stand by our deterrents, and while they are built to last they may require occasional upkeep and maintenance. Wild Neighbor is also happy to assist with the overall evaluation and effectiveness of deterrents on your property, and can provide re-visits to test deterrents as well as setup cellular wildlife cameras to monitor/record bear activity.

  • Designed for neighborhood and organizational level services seeking expert guidance on human–bear conflict prevention, planning, or staff support. Includes an evaluation of current practices in the community or place of business, ideas for conflict prevention strategies, and written recommendations tailored to property or community needs.

    • Campground or Recreational Facilities

    • School or Business Campus

    • Neighborhood or HOA

  • Experiencing bear activity or possible denning under your home, raised patio, or other subfloor area? Wild Neighbor can help!

    • Inspect crawl space for active or previous bear activity

    • When/where safe and feasible, encourage bear(s) out from under crawl space areas using deterrents (bright lights, loud sounds, or possible physical stimulus)

    • Follow-up deterrents recommended: Unwelcome Mat, bear-resistant crawl space cover and electric wiring, and/or motion-activated sensor devices

    • NOTE: if bear cubs younger than 5-6 months are confirmed, Wild Neighbor will not attempt to evict bears to avoid separating mom and cubs

  • Expert Consulting

    For city/county government officials, non-profit, for-profit, State and Federal agencies, utility providers, wildlife researchers, or any other organizations/agencies seeking expert guidance on human–bear conflict prevention, planning, or staff support. Let us know what you’re looking for!

    • Policy and ordinance guidance, conflict-response planning

    • Program development, community engagement

    • Educational outreach/presentations and staff training - COMING SOON!

  • All property assessments include an in-person inspection and detailed written report with recommendations addressing possible attractants, deterrent suggestions and infrastructure improvements, and practical steps to discourage bear activity.

    • Residential

    • Restaurants