James Brower and Cade Bowlin from the Idaho Fish and Game Upper Snake River Basin in Idaho Falls stressed safety in Wildlife Encounters while sharing their space at the last Nature Talk of 2025. 

“The use of Bear Aware principles and being proactive in securing food sources is vital to preventing conflicts with bears,” stated James Brower. 

Both stressed a few simple action will go a long ways to help keep both people and bears safe. Check the reminders of camping, hiking and living in bear country on IDFG website.

The daughters of Edson and Ardith Fichter, Nancy from Green River, Wyoming and Sarah from Iowa joined us for the the Nature Talk of the season. Before the talk the women’s Seeker group, founder Ardith was honored with some members meeting by the sign.