KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The fall and winter seasons are around the corner, and the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is ...

Black bears are usually shy and non-aggressive. But if you're out in bear country, MDC suggests avoiding an encounter by: - Making noise while hiking to prevent surprising a bear, such as clapping, ...

The Standing Bear Powwow, hosted by the six north-central tribes of Oklahoma, is held the last Friday and Saturday of ...

Bowersock mentioned that intentionally feeding bears could be dangerous because it makes them comfortable around people and can lead bears to cause significant damage to property ...