Soft Bear Bags:Soft-sided canisters are made from lightweight, flexible materials such as ripstop nylon or Cordura, and they are easier to pack and carry than hard-sided canisters. They feature a drawstring closure and may require a separate cord or hanging system to secure them to a tree o...
How do you carry a bear canister when backpacking? Tips for properly using your bear canister in camp Best bear canisters for backpacking Bear canister alternatives What is a bear canister and how they work A bear canister is a bear-proof container designed to safely store food, scented consuma...
In backpacking's early days, people slept next to their food. Bears eventually grew bold enough to approach campsites and steal those stashes—while also scaring the daylights out of campers. People tried hanging food bags high over tree limbs, tying off the rope to tree trunks. Bears figure...
Fresh bottled air from Wyoming will let you breathe easy, with the motto ‘we’re full of it’. 9)Thru-Hike Health: Backpacking Tips To Go The Distance Walking thousands of miles with a loaded backpack informs new ways to stay healthy on the long trails in backpacking, some of which app...