Bear hibernation

[Mr Harry]

Was wondering when the bears come out of hibernation.  Last year they destroyed my deer feeder so I would like to take the feeder down before they wake up!!!

[WoodChuck]

   when ever you see the picnic baskets seting on the neighbors table?

[schwinger]

I don't believe there is a "majic" date. It has to do with the temperature and food supply I think. They hibernate because it is difficult to find food in the winter. Google bear hibernation to find some articles on it. They can hibernate for 0-7 months depending on their surroundings.