Bear canisters are essential when you’re hiking, backpacking, or otherwise traveling on foot through bear country. You might also hear them called bear safes, bear cans, or bear vaults. But those all ...

The Bare Boxer bear canister is one of the lightest approved bear canisters with a decent carrying capacity and a secure seal. The BearVault canisters are among the most popular on the market with ...

Is $95 a fair price for two pieces of plastic? During a recent web surfing session, I came across a flurry of strong-worded comments griping about the cost of bear canisters. The anger was directed ...

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• The container is not watertight if submerged or left on its side so water can get under the lid edges. • Add strips of fluorescent orange reflector tape or dots to the outside so you can easily spot ...

MISSOULA- With bears preparing for hibernation soon, hikers are encouraged to check their bear spray to make sure it works. Earlier this month, UDAP issued a recall of bear spray canisters sold at ...

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GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. ” Backcountry campers at Grand Teton National Park will be required to use bear-proof food containers as part of an effort to reduce interaction between humans and ...

Visitors to national parks and forests are encouraged to use bear spray when they encounter grizzlies, but disposing of the bear spray canisters is a problem that students have addressed. Visitors to ...

Carrying a bear canister is not required in all areas, and some locations may favor hanging bear bags or using bear lockers. These are all excellent options when used appropriately. Since not all bear ...