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

Jan 18, 2026 · Here we are, with two mor Divisional games to come...

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.

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

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 …

Mar 4, 2021 · Topic Nunatak Bears Ears Pack Forum Posting A Membership is required to post in the forums. Login or become a member to post in the member forums!

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 …

Oct 29, 2012 · Bears are common throughout the entire Los Padres National Forest. I mostly hike the southern sections of the Forest (from San Luis Obispo area south) but we see bear, or signs of bear, …

Jan 6, 2008 · On a side note, personal experience makes me wonder if protection is really necessary for black bears. I've yet to meet one that wasn't scared to death of a smelly, 6'2" hairless bi-ped waving …