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Solo Cub – Your Help is Needed
A solo cub has been seen on the highway in the Totem Area and on the in the Hammond/Mineral King area. Please report sightings of cubs and/or mom and any dead bears. And… drive with caution!
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Bear Smart News Update
Mid Valley Disposal adds unapproved surcharge for modified carts. Plus, what to do if you see a garbage incident or bear sighting.
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May Community Meeting Bear Smart Three Rivers Update
On May 20th, our Community Services District hosted a community meeting at St. Anthony’s. During the meeting, Laile Di Silvestro of the Bear Smart Three Rivers team provided an update on the progress the team has made to-date. Click the link above for the key takeaways, as well as a detailed transcript and links to more information.
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First Reported Spring 2025 Bear Sighting
Our mother bears are now emerging from their dens with their cubs, and Bear Smart Three Rivers just got its first bear-sighting report of the 2025 season! It is time to see how “BearWise” we are.
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Bear Smart Three Rivers Kickoff Meeting
On 10 March 2025, community members held the Bear Smart Three Rivers Grand Kickoff Meeting at the Bequette House. It was a working meeting, but it didn’t lack the necessary fun and festive elements, including cake and fresh berries. The attendees discussed the proposed action plan and established 6 action teams that are already working to meet specific objectives. All interested community members are welcome to join!
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We Need Your Help: Garbage and Bears
The Board of Supervisors approved a garbage service rate adjustment whereby the 3-can residential customers would pay an additional $36 per month to voluntarily convert to bear-resistant containers. The community of Three Rivers has the ability to implement a more affordable and effective solution than the one currently offered by Tulare County and Mid Valley Disposal, and local residents are forming a committee to do just that. Click the link to read how you can be involved!
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CALL TO ACTION – Board of Supervisors to Vote on Bear Proof Trash Can Rates Tomorrow
The Board of Supervisors is scheduled to vote on garbage service rate increases at its regular meeting tomorrow morning. The new proposed rates include monthly surcharges for bear-resistant containers for residential customers in the Foothill Areas. There are several potential issues with this proposed solution to our bear-related garbage challenges. If you have an opinion, you are strongly encouraged attend the Board of Supervisors meeting or email the board.
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Supervisor Valero Hosts Discussion about Bears and Trash
Supervisor Eddie Valero is hosting a discussion with Mid Valley Disposal, Tulare County Solid Waste, and the community about bears and trash.
