‘Bears Of Connecticut’

NAUGATUCK — Black bear sightings have continued to increase in Connecticut since the 1980s when the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection’s Wildlife Division first had evidence of a resident bear population. With the number of bears increasing in the state, it is important for residents to learn the facts about black bears and how to coexist with them.

Felicia Ortner, a master wildlife conservationist and bear enthusiast, will present “Bears of Connecticut” on Sunday, August 19, at Naugatuck Historical Society, 195 Water Street. The program will begin at 1 pm.

Ms Ortner will speak on many aspects of bears. She will dispel some of the myths associated with bears, provide natural history information, and talk about some of the results of the black bear research conducted by wildlife biologists in the state.

Cost is $2, or $5 a family; NHS members are free. The presentation will be followed by light refreshments.

For additional information call 203-729-9039 or e-mail NaugatuckHistory@sbcglobal.net.