Hiking safely - Alaska is bear country
Let somone know where you are going. When you'll be back.
Leave a note in your vehicle at the trailhead.
Read the signs at trailheads.
Utilize facebook groups/sites for current trail conditions or bear sightings.
Check in with rangers for that area and maps if needed.
Do not hike with food unless its stored properly in bear cannister/ bear keg.
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All food and items with scents should be stored in a secure & approved bear food storage container.
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There are several sizes, weights and types of Bear Kegs, Canisters, Cans.
Under Bear Kegs we cover all the brands/sizes, weights. How many people per keg, how many days.
What should be stored in the Bear Canister.
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How far to hang from Camp site, How to store in backpack.
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We also cover: Lessons Learned - When do people run into bears most often. Where? What was going on around many of the local bear attacks. What you can do different to lessen the likely hood of having an encounter with a bear. What do you do if you see a bear while hiking.
Info on hiking with kids and dogs.
