Four Mistakes Backpackers Make With Food in Bear Country

Are you planning a backpacking trip in bear country? Avoid attracting bears to your campsite by learning from these common mistakes! In this video, I’ll cover four crucial errors that many backpackers make when handling food in bear territory: careless handling of food and wrappers on the trail, improper storage of food and scented items overnight, cooking and eating where you sleep, and leaving trash and food waste behind.

I’ll share practical tips to keep your gear scent-free, store food safely, and ensure your campsite remains clean. Let’s make the outdoors safer for everyone, including the bears!

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:12 Mistake 1 - Careless Handling
01:15 Mistake 2 - Improper Storage
02:20 Mistake 3 - Cooking Where You Sleep
03:00 Mistake 4 - Leaving Trash Behind
03:31 Review

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