In a word: absolutely. Bear spray is a must-have for hiking or backpacking in Grand Teton National Park. Of all the national parks in the lower 48, Grand Teton might be the #1 spot where you will need bear spray.… Read More »Do you need bear spray for Grand Teton National Park?
I’m afraid of bears. There are a lot of people who would thoroughly enjoy a far-off bear encounter, but I’m not one of those people. When I’m backpacking, I carry bear spray, because I am 0% interested in making either… Read More »The Best Bear Spray for Backpackers, Hunters, and More [2023]
If you’ve read any articles on this blog before, you’ll know that I dedicate a lot of my writing time to bears, because I have been, for most of my life, completely terrified of them. When camping and backpacking, I… Read More »How I got over my fear of bears
Bear canisters are the top choice of backpackers, hunters, and park rangers when it comes to food storage in bear country. If there’s no metal food locker around, a bear canister is what you need. This guide will cover bear… Read More »Bear canisters: everything you need to know
When you’re prepping for your next overnight or multi-day backpacking trip, one thing that should be on your mind is how to safely deal with a bear encounter. Spending time in bear country is a great way to get far… Read More »Is Pepper Spray the Same as Bear Spray?
Carrying bear spray into the mountains or backcountry is a common practice for safety-minded hikers, backpackers, and hunters. That said, most of us have never had a chance to use it, which leads lots of people to wonder whether or… Read More »Bear Spray On Humans: Safe? Legal? Smart? Answers Here
Bear canisters are hard-sided containers, usually shaped like a big jar, used to store food and scented items while camping or hiking in bear country. They are made of durable materials, typically hard plastic, and are designed to be bear-resistant,… Read More »The Pros and Cons of Bear Canisters
Backpacking is a gateway to many adventures, including encountering bears, which can be a thrilling and awe-inspiring experience, but also a potentially dangerous one. Bear safety is crucial for both humans and the well-being of bears and their habitat. One… Read More »Bear hangs: what are they, and should you use one?
If you’re like me and grew up in an area without bears, the prospect of meeting one on the trail is just as terrifying as it is exciting. There is nothing that can take a camping or backpacking trip from… Read More »Does Cayenne Pepper Keep Bears Away?
If you’re anything like me, the prospect of seeing bears on your next backpacking trip is as exciting as it is terrifying. I love nature, but I also love being alive. Getting too close to a bear, without being prepared,… Read More »Do Air Horns Deter Bears? Alternative Bear Safety
