Bear Awareness Day

Saturday, May 23, 2025

1st Street between McArthur and Orton St (near Rumpus)

Come along for a fantastic lineup of events, bear spray demos and super-fun, family-friendly surprises.

What to Expect

bear spray demos
expert talks
games and prizes
face painting
crafts
educational booths from special guests

Expect events and activities for all ages.

Everyone will learn something, or your money back (just kidding, the event is already free).

Event Lineup

We will be set up from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Come by anytime!

11am-Bear Spray Demo #1

12pm-Bear Spray Demo #2

6:30pm-Paint & Sip @ The Clay Collective

Colouring Contest

Fun for all ages!

Bring your completed colouring page to the Bear Awareness Day tent to receive a prize (everyone wins!)

Download here or pick up a sheet at the Library.

Photo Contest

Got a great bear photo? We want to see it!
We LOVE bear photos—especially ones taken by locals.

Whether you snapped it with your phone or a fancy camera, send us your best bear shot!

Everyone who enters will be entered into a draw to win a fun prize pack.

Email your photo to: info@revelstokebearaware.org

By sending us your photo, you’re permitting us to use it in our outreach and promo materials. We’re happy to include your name as a photo credit!

Photo by Beverley Harding, the board member of Revelstoke Bear Aware.

Paint & Sip

Join us for a special Paint & Sip Night in celebration of Bear Awareness Day — a community event dedicated to celebrating bears in Revelstoke and the importance of living alongside wildlife responsibly.

Hosted in partnership with local artist Emily Vilac, also known as Empaintstrees, whose stunning nature-inspired artwork perfectly captures the spirit of our mountain community, this evening promises creativity, connection, and fun.

From 6:30–8:30 PM, enjoy a relaxed evening of bear-themed painting while sipping wine or your favourite non-alcoholic beverage. Whether you’re planning a date night, coming with friends, or showing up solo, this event is designed to be welcoming, creative, and memorable for everyone. No artistic experience needed.

Come support the Revelstoke Bear Aware Society, a long-standing local non-profit dedicated to reducing human-bear conflict through education, outreach, and community initiatives.

Amazing art, good drinks, community connection, and a chance to celebrate both the arts and bears in Revelstoke. What could be better?