The Conservation Officer Service (COS) has attended reports of a black bear entering multiple homes in the Alpine Meadows neighborhood of Whistler.

Although temperatures are currently high, this is an important reminder to residents to close and lock windows and doors when not home. Bears have a tremendous sense of smell and could follow the scent of food right into your home.

If you are home with windows open, consider blocking them so they cannot open more than a few inches, especially on ground floors, as bears can enter spaces as small as the size of their heads.

We know it can be challenging, but securing and monitoring your home is essential in bear country. For more tips, visit WildSafeBC.com.

Conservation Officers are monitoring reports of bear activity in the area and will respond as necessary to ensure public safety. Reports can be made to the Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) hotline at 1-877-952-7277.

Report unsecured animal attractants to Bylaw Services by phone: 604-935-8280 or email: bylawservices@whistler.ca.

For more information visit: whistler.ca/Bears.