Bear Safety Education and Infastructure Public Comment from Ryan Wilbur, People and Carnivores Aimee Brunckhorst
From: Ryan Wilbur <rwilbur@peopleandcarnivores.org>
Sent: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 12:17 PM
To: Kalispell Meetings Public Comment
Subject: EXTERNAL Bear Safety Education and Infastructure
Hi,
I hope you're doing well. My name is Ryan Wilbur with People and Carnivores, a nonprofit dedicated
to reducing human-wildlife conflict across Northwest Montana through education and attractant
management.
I am based in Kalispell and have been coordinating closely with Justine, the local bear manager at
Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. As bears become more active this season, we want to support the
city to keep residents safe and wildlife wild.
We would welcome the chance to connect and discuss how we might support Kalispell in
strengthening its approach to bear safety. This could include public outreach, collaboration on grant
opportunities, or exploring infrastructure strategies.
If you're available, I would be happy to schedule a brief meeting at your convenience.
Thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to the possibility of working together.
Cheers,
Ryan
. Ryan Wilbur
Conflict Prevention Specialist
BSC Program Coordinator
People and Carnivores
rwilbur eoop eandcarnivores.org
(614)746-1406
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