The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is beginning its survey of bear dens in the region and asks anyone who knows where one is located to let them know.

Bears choose to den in many different types of areas ... IT WAS FRIGHTENING:' ASHEVILLE WOMAN RECOUNTS BACKYARD BEAR ENCOUNTER Next, make sure you don't have any food sources around.

Both make too much noise ... state biologist — nicknamed for her ability to squeeze into tight den openings to see the bear and gauge its weight, critical information in calculating the correct ...