If you’re in bear country, you want to hang your food high from a tree branch. Not right next to the trunk, bears can climb like squirrels. It’s really amazing how fast they can climb a tree.
Also hang toiletries; don’t keep toothpaste or anything scented in the tent with you.
If you catch site of a bear, spread out your arms and legs (and use any jackets like frills) to make yourself as big as possible, and make as much noise as you can.
That will work in some regions. In others you may need to rent a bear canister. Talk to your local rangers to find out what’s appropriate, it depends on the local bears.
If you’re in bear country, you want to hang your food high from a tree branch. Not right next to the trunk, bears can climb like squirrels. It’s really amazing how fast they can climb a tree.
Also hang toiletries; don’t keep toothpaste or anything scented in the tent with you.
If you catch site of a bear, spread out your arms and legs (and use any jackets like frills) to make yourself as big as possible, and make as much noise as you can.
Do Not Run Bears can run at like 40 mph
That will work in some regions. In others you may need to rent a bear canister. Talk to your local rangers to find out what’s appropriate, it depends on the local bears.
Also for bear country, don’t cook where you sleep