Skip to Main Content

The Bear Reality: Living with Black Bears In-Person

Felicia Ortner, a Connecticut Master Wildlife Conservationist (MWC) and a bear enthusiast, will provide education and facts about bears and help dispel myths and common misunderstandings. She also provides practical recommendations for how best to co-exist with our black bear population.

Registration has closed.
Date:
Monday, September 21, 2026
Time:
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Thornton Wilder Hall
Branch:
Miller Memorial Library
Audience:
  Adults     Children - School age     Teens  
Categories:
  On site  

Felicia has been studying about bears for over 35 years. In the mid 1990’s Felicia turned her passion for learning about bears into a passion for teaching about them. In 2008 Felicia developed a presentation for bear education programs she presents on a volunteer basis. Her audiences include libraries, nature centers, conservation groups, scouts and more.