Enclosure Pricing Summary

Pricing Pedestal Post

  • Base price $1,295
  • Tax $126.26
  • Subtotal $1,421.26
  • Install $200.00
  • Total $1,621.26

Pricing Concrete Base

  • Base price $1,295
  • Tax $126.26
  • Subtotal $1,421.26
  • Install $200.00
  • Total $1,621.26

What Makes a Better Bear Box

At Duck River GCE, we design, build, powder coat, and install high-quality, heavy-duty bear-resistant garbage enclosures — proudly made right here in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Our mission is simple: provide durable, secure, and attractive enclosures that protect your property and our bear population. Every unit we produce is crafted from top-grade materials, engineered for longevity, and designed to meet or exceed Gatlinburg Sanitation’s 32-gallon trash can standards.

A “Better Bear Box” means real value — built to perform for years, not just seasons.

Key Features & Upgrades

Built to Last

  • 14-gauge heavy-duty steel panel construction for unmatched strength and durability

  • Reinforced “picture frame” door with cross-member bracing for added rigidity

  • Modular design available in 1-, 2-, or 3-can configurations for future expansion

  • Pitched roof design for superior water and snow drainage

  • Polyarmor™ oven-baked finish — UV, corrosion, and graffiti resistant

Designed for Safety & Ease of Use

  • Keyless gravity latch assembly with interior emergency release (child-safe)

  • Smooth zinc-plated steel slam latches and stainless striker plates for reliable closure

  • Interior breather vents for airflow and moisture control (rodent resistant)

  • Stainless steel lower kick plate for extra door protection

  • Optional “Bear Claw” flag indicator to alert pickup status

Hardware & Construction Excellence

  • Zinc-plated, anti-corrosive hardware throughout

  • Heavy-duty stainless steel door hinges and threshold plate

  • Structural stainless steel pop rivets for superior holding strength

  • Concrete lag bolt anchors and pedestal mounting options available

Mounting Options

  • Rebar-reinforced, pier-based concrete pads for rock-solid installation

  • Pedestal mount options raised 12″ off the ground (great for drainage or custom sites)

  • Designed for both concrete and steel pedestal bases

Customization & Convenience

  • Available in durable wrinkle-finish colors: Forest Green, Chocolate Brown, Grey, or Black

  • Optional internal motion-activated LED night light for visibility after dark

  • Premium 4” reflective stainless steel numbering available on request

Guaranteed Quality

  • Backed by a 12-month limited warranty covering parts and finish

  • Every box proudly built and tested in Tennessee

Pricing & Manufacturing Info Update

Duck River GCE remains diligent in keeping costs down as best possible concerning raw materials & labor costs. It continues to be our challenge & endeavor to provide our customers with the highest quality products at the most affordable prices possible.