It is very important to stop this problem before it starts. A bear that associates food with people or homes will eventually lose its natural fear of man. This may lead to a bear needing to be relocated or even destroyed. During spring and early summer months, black bears become more active. During June and July, black bears are breeding and older male bears will wander long distances in search of a mate.
Bears usually pose no threat to humans unless they are harassed, pursued or cornered.
Bears should not be approached for any reason. It puts you and the bear in danger. In Maryland it is illegal to harass, pursue or destroy a black bear. If left alone, the wandering bear will find its own way back to more suitable habitat, usually within a day or two. Avoid approaching bears that appear to be tame.