(Central Point, OR) -- Oregon wildlife officials are urging residents to be bear-aware. This is the season when bears fatten up before hibernating for the winter. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is reminding people living in bear country to make sure they aren't leaving out food that will attract bears. Garbage cans should be put out just before they're picked up; chicken feed, pet food and other livestock feed should be secured; remove bird feeders; pickup downed fruit; and store barbecues inside. If you see a bear, give it plenty of space, don't run, don't make eye contact, and if you are attacked fight back with rocks, sticks and your hands.