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BillCA · June 20, 2007, 01:21 AM

I've camped in bear country a few times and have been fortunate that we've not had a serious bear problem.

Remember to -
* Store food in sturdy containers
* Clean cookware thoroughly, immediately after use
* Dispose of waste food products in trash cans or place away from sleeping areas.
* Keep all food on the far side of the campsite away from sleeping areas.
* Never bring food into the tent.
* Avoid tents with open bottoms whenever possible.
* Keep sleeping bags unzipped to mid-thigh to allow fast exit if necessary.
* Keep weapons, including knives, where you can grab them quickly in the dark.

A friend keeps all his beer and coke cans in a single plastic bag that he hangs about 3-4 feet off the ground. He says bears often recognize the bags and tear them open first. The noise of the cans may frighten them off but it's an alarm for him too.

June 20, 2007, 01:21 AM	#7
BillCA Senior Member Join Date: November 28, 2004 Location: Silicon Valley, Ca Posts: 7,117	I've camped in bear country a few times and have been fortunate that we've not had a serious bear problem. Remember to - * Store food in sturdy containers * Clean cookware thoroughly, immediately after use * Dispose of waste food products in trash cans or place away from sleeping areas. * Keep all food on the far side of the campsite away from sleeping areas. * Never bring food into the tent. * Avoid tents with open bottoms whenever possible. * Keep sleeping bags unzipped to mid-thigh to allow fast exit if necessary. * Keep weapons, including knives, where you can grab them quickly in the dark. A friend keeps all his beer and coke cans in a single plastic bag that he hangs about 3-4 feet off the ground. He says bears often recognize the bags and tear them open first. The noise of the cans may frighten them off but it's an alarm for him too. __________________ BillCA in CA (Unfortunately)