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Commission highlights MRV bear outreach after recent euthanasia in nearby town
Summary
Fayston Conservation Commission discussed MRV Bear Initiative outreach: tabling at markets, republishing Bearwise guidance, and a possible fall event. Members noted a bear was put down in Stowe and emphasized outreach to prevent similar outcomes in the valley; Fayston contributed its share of funds.
Members discussed ongoing MRV Bear Initiative outreach intended to reduce harmful human-bear interactions across the Mad River Valley. The commission plans tabling at the Waitsfield Farmers Market and Morefest and will submit Bearwise reprints to the Valley Reporter and local social channels.
Commission minutes record concern after a bear was put down in Stowe; the minutes state the commission "want[s] to avoid this in the Valley." Fayston has submitted its portion of funding for the initiative, and commissioners discussed a possible fall outreach event in September or October, possibly featuring rescuer and educator Ben Kilham. No formal action was taken at the June 24 meeting beyond noting outreach plans and the town's contribution of funds.
