Tips for Opening Your BearVault

You shouldn’t have to feel like you’re trying to break into a top-security holding facility in some underground Area 51 bunker when opening your BearVault. Safes take a lot of work, or privileged information, to open. ATMs are tricky, I hear. Opening your bear-proof food storage container? That shouldn’t be on the same level! But […]
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Pack

Choosing your first backpack can feel a bit like buying your first car. Smaller stakes, maybe… but you have a lot of the same elements. There’s all these new terms getting tossed around, you don’t know what a good price is, and you probably fall into one of two camps. You’re either the kid that […]
The Ultimate Guide to Fitting a BearVault in Your Pack

Part of having a successful backpacking adventure is gear efficiency. Knowing how each piece works lets you bring them together for a cohesive set-up that lets you spend less time figuring out camp and more time enjoying the trail. Two big pieces of this puzzle are your pack and your responsible food-storage system. Fitting these […]
Backpacking in Grizzly Country: How to Do It Safely

How-To Guide for safely backpacking or camping in grizzly country | Backpacking Yellowstone | Camping in the Tetons | Facts about grizzly bears
Lake Tahoe Basin Food Storage Requirements

Lake Tahoe Basin Updates Food Storage Requirements | Learn new rules and regulations | Bear proof food storage required around Lake Tahoe
5 Mistakes to Avoid While Camping in Black Bear Country

Avoid these 5 mistakes to safely enjoy camping in black bear country | Safety Tips | Proper Food Storage
Canoeing Blue Barrels vs Bear Proof Barrels

Canoeing Blue Barrels vs Bear Proof Barrels | How to canoe safely through bear country | Float trip tips | Safety | Responsible Food Storage
Lightweight Bear Canisters

The Best Lightweight Bear Canister for Backpacking | How Much Food Fits in the BV425-Sprint | Camping In Bear Country
Smells that Repel Bears

Learn how to use a bear’s nose against him | Smells that repel bears | How to repel bears with scents | Camping safely in bear country
Camping and Cooking Equipment You Need

What You Need from Your Camping Cooking Equipment | 3 Steps to a Camp Kitchen | Gear, Tips, & Strategy