Trash Locks

10/09/2026

Great video sent in by a customer. An adolescent bear is being very persistent trying to get into their trash cart.

07/06/2026

Love it when our customers send us videos. This is from the NC mountains.

"The bear took the can up a steep embankment first and then rolled it down the side of my driveway over some rip rap rock and still couldn't get in. And it was half full too.

I had to drive him away with a airhorn shortly afterwards. He reluctantly departed.

Quite simply these things work great. "

06/25/2026

Lots of bear sightings and bears getting into trash carts in the Albemarle County area and beyond. Make sure to take down your bird feeders and secure your trash!

We’ve been seeing a lot more critters lately getting into trash cans for a midnight snack. If this is something you’ve been dealing with, we highly recommend Trash Locks as a solution. Locally owned out of Earlysville, VA, they have engineered straps that easily install on your trash can and are certified black bear resistant. You can check out their website https://trashlockers.com/ for more information and to order a set for your can. 🐻🦝🐿️

06/25/2026

Love this video! Actions speak louder than words!

06/02/2026

Can't wait to see everyone at the Virginia Black Bear Festival this weekend! We should have new bear videos to share when you stop by our spot.

03/30/2026

It is important to note that killing bears or establishing a bear hunting season will not resolve bear-human conflicts. As long as attractants are present, another bear will come in place of the bear that was killed. However, removing attractants and securing trash can reduce (over 95%) or eliminate any bear-human interactions.

03/30/2026

Spring is a time to be extra BearWise. Now is the time to take action to discourage hungry bears from paying you a springtime visit. BearWise has tips for you to make it a BearWise spring.

- Secure garbage and recylces. Store trash and recyling in a sturdy building or bear-resistant container until the morning of pick up.

- Take down bird feeders. If you’re still feeding birds, you could soon find something big, furry and hungry ripping down your feeder. So many calories, so easy to get at. When you take down your feeders, remember to lock up or bring inside any bird seed or other treats you’ve been storing outside.

– Bring in all pet food. Leaving pet food outside where bears can see or smell it is an invitation that can be hard for a hungry bear to resist. Feed pets indoors if at all possible. If you must feed them outside, feed in single portions only, remove bowls and food after feeding and store pet food inside in a secure location.

- Help out your neighbors and community. Share BearWise resources with your community. Visit the BearWise store to download free information fact sheets (including the checklist: How BearWise Are You?) or order handy door hangers and magnets that make house calls for you.

Check out more BearWise spring tips: bearwise.org/seven-tips-for-a-bearwise-spring

Thanks for doing your part to make it a BearWise spring.



BearWise®. Created by bear biologists. Supported by State Wildlife Agencies.
Dedicated to helping people live responsibly with black bears.

03/19/2026

Love this video that Zac from New York sent in after struggling to keep raccoons out of his garbage for YEARS! No More Raccoons!

03/16/2026

Possible Tornados and high wind! For those on the East Coast, especially Virginia and North Carolina, please secure anything that could become a projectile. Also may want to put your trash cart in the garage/shed or against a wall and make sure the lid is secured!