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.

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

Oct 21, 2025 · Bears’ sense of smell is extraordinary - but their ability to detect properly contained food is often exaggerated. This presentation explores the science of odor control, food storage systems, …

Oct 6, 2025 · HA! Welcome to my world everyone 5-8-0 (44-32-1) Should've gone with the Ol' Switcheroonie this week and reversed all my picks. Still a Survivor tho'

Jul 31, 2008 · Topic Could lemon eucalyptus bug repellent attract bears? Forum Posting A Membership is required to post in the forums. Login or become a member to post in the member forums!

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 11, 2022 · Smith says bears tend to ignore high-pitched sounds like bear bells (and maybe that siren linked to above?) but snap to attention when someone coughs, talks, breaks a dry twig, …

Apr 2, 2024 · We hope this guide will help you understand bear canisters a little bit better. You'll learn about various testing agencies, bear canister design, materials, usability, and user experiences. …