If you think you are smart enough to keep black bears out of your trash – the state would like to see how you do it.
One of the biggest complaints people have about black bears is how easily they get in to residential garbage cans and since bear proof containers are not available statewide, the FWC wants to provide residents with cost-effective methods that can keep bears out of existing garbage cans.
The FWC is holding a contest to find the most effective and cost efficient design during this year’s Florida Black Bear Festival in Umatilla on March 27th. The challenge of this contest is to secure a standard 95-gallon-capacity rolling garbage bin. Designs can include attaching materials to the garbage container or creating an enclosure for the can.
The limitations are that the Designs must completely prevent bears from accessing garbage and the garbage man must be able to open the can within five seconds. The total cost also can’t be more than $150.
And do be warned, your design will be tested using captive black bears.
The top three designers will win $100 gift cards from Lowe's and the winners will be recognized on the FWC Web site.
For full contest rules and festival information, CLICK HERE.
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