What are the requirements and options for food storage in the National Parks, and what bear canisters are most effective across the NPS?

Dec 8, 2024 · Topic The science of scent, bears, and ways to severely restrict odor diffusion Forum Posting A Membership is required to post in the forums. Login or become a member to post in the …

Mar 12, 2024 · In episode 99 of the BPL podcast we're going to learn about how bears smell, and what you can do to hide your food from the nose of a bear.

Mar 19, 2009 · Black bears in California can usually be treated like troublesome dogs but with food-stealing skills even Yogi and Boo-Boo would envy. In Canada they apparently are more of a personal …

Dec 28, 2012 · With black bears you're probably ok with doing this… With Grizzlies it's a totally different game. xxxxxxxx I have a odor proof bag I use and I stash food in that and then put that in my front …

Aug 19, 2024 · I’m sure there are plenty of stories of people warding off bears with guns and also many with bear spray. And thousands more by avoiding contact by making lots of noise, keeping a clean …

Jun 7, 2024 · Backpacking in grizzly habitat: considerations and best practices for bear spray use, food storage, safety, and ethical considerations.

Learn how to store your food and protect it from bears in the backcountry - an overview of different methods and when to use them.

Apr 10, 2013 · Bears frequently foil these hangs by climbing out on the supporting branch to access the food, or by breaking the branch off using their body weight. Bear canisters are highly effective at …

Jun 25, 2021 · The Nunatak Gear Bears Ears 50 Backpack is an innovative frameless pack designed specifically to accommodate bear canisters.