The filmer said: "For over a decade, our family has made a tradition of vacationing at the same resort high in the Smoky Mountains. This year, the tranquility was briefly interrupted when a bear wandered onto our cabin's expansive wrap-around deck.

"My husband, who was simply taking out the trash, was greeted by the unexpected visitor. After a quick retreat inside, we all gathered at the window to watch as the clever bear took the bag of trash, balanced on the deck railing, and expertly climbed down a nearby tree to enjoy its feast.

"A truly memorable moment from our family trip."

For over a decade, our family has made a tradition of vacationing at the same resort high in the Smoky Mountains. This year, the tranquility was briefly interrupted when a bear wandered onto our cabin's expansive wrap-around deck. My husband, who was simply taking out the trash, was greeted by the unexpected visitor. After a quick retreat inside, we all gathered at the window to watch as the clever bear took the bag of trash, balanced on the deck railing, and expertly climbed down a nearby tree to enjoy its feast. A truly memorable moment from our family trip.