Reminder: Bird Feeders Prohibited In Simsbury From April 1 Through November 30

From the Town of Simsbury:

March 26, 2021

At their July 13, 2020 meeting the Board of Selectmen adopted an ordinance prohibiting the intentional feeding of wildlife. The adopted ordinance prohibits the intentional feeding of wildlife by giving, placing, exposing, feeding, depositing, distributing or scattering any edible material with the intention of feeding, attracting or enticing wildlife. The ordinance also prohibits the use of bird feeders from April 1 through November 30 unless the source of food is recognized as not being desirable to bears.

The full ordinance and FAQ are attached below.

Wildlife Feeding - FAQ108.14 KB
Ordinance to Prohibit the Intentional Feeding of Wildlife86.94 KB

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