BearVault Recognizes New Bear Canister Requirement in New Hampshire's Pemigewasset Wilderness
BearVault Recognizes New Bear Canister Requirement in New Hampshire's Pemigewasset Wilderness
BearVault Recognizes New Bear Canister Requirement in New Hampshire's Pemigewasset Wilderness
Boulder, CO | April 30, 2026
As a service to customers, BearVault tracks bear canister requirements across North America, and starting May 1, 2026, New Hampshire's Pemigewasset Wilderness is on it. The U.S. Forest Service's White Mountain National Forest is implementing a new year-round rule requiring all overnight visitors to store food, trash, and scented items—think soap, lip balm, toothpaste—in an IGBC-certified, hard-sided bear canister.
The rule follows a sharp increase in bear incidents in the Pemi Wilderness in recent years. Nearly all reported bear incidents across the entire White Mountain National Forest occurred in the Pemigewasset Ranger District, with more than half concentrated within the Pemi Wilderness itself. In most cases, the culprit is improperly stored food. BearVault applauds the White Mountain National Forest for taking this step to protect wildlife and promote human-bear coexistence.
Effective May 1st, hanging systems and other alternative storage methods will no longer be permitted in the Pemi Wilderness. The only exception is the bear-resistant food boxes at the Thirteen Falls Tent Site.
The Pemi is one of the most heavily visited backcountry destinations in the Northeast, and visitation continues to climb. The increase in foot traffic has a side effect: bears in the area learn to associate hikers with food, making proper storage less of a courtesy and more of a necessity. BearVault canisters are IGBC-certified and meet the new requirement. For a full list of where bear canisters are required across North America, visit: https://bearvault.com/pages/canister-requirements
About BearVault
BearVault designs innovative bear-resistant food storage canisters trusted by backpackers, thru-hikers, and outdoor professionals across North America. Approved by land management agencies, including the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC), BearVault products help protect wildlife and support responsible recreation in bear country.
Media Contact
Meagan Osgood
Digital Marketing
BearVault
pr@bearvault.com
866-301-3442 ext. 105
BearVault’s BV ONE™ Earns “Best New Product” Award from Fat Man Little Trail
BearVault’s BV ONE™ Earns “Best New Product” Award from Fat Man Little Trail
BearVault’s BV ONE™ Earns “Best New Product” Award from Fat Man Little Trail
Boulder, CO | April 2026
BearVault's BV ONE™ Adjustable Bear Canister has taken home "Best New Product" honors from Fat Man Little Trail's annual Fatty Awards — the first bear canister to shrink with your trip, eliminating the dead space traditional canisters leave behind.
Early Recognition by a Trusted Voice in the Hiking Community
The Fatty Awards are presented at outdoor trade shows by Greg Sakowicz, founder of Fat Man Little Trail. Awards span categories including Best New Product, Most Innovative Product, Best Presentation, and Overall Best Brand, selected by Sakowicz with input from fellow reviewers at fatmanlittletrail.com.
Fat Man Little Trail was built to encourage unlikely hikers to get outside and experience the physical and mental health benefits of hiking. The site features trail reviews from an average hiker's perspective, gear reviews, a getting-started guide, and spotlights on locally owned restaurants near trailheads. Sakowicz also writes Fatman Ramblings, a blog about life outdoors as an overweight and middle-aged hiker.
The award was presented by Sakowicz at the Outdoor Market Alliance (OMA) show, ahead of BearVault's official launch. — an early signal that the product is resonating with the people who matter most: real hikers who care about what goes in their pack.
"When I saw the BV ONE at the OMA show, I knew we had a winner — it will change backpackers' trips for the better."
— Greg Sakowicz, Fat Man Little Trail
Meaningful Evolution in a Long-Standing Gear Category
Bear canisters have always been built to do one job: keep food safe. The BV ONE™ does that, and then some. Its telescoping design compresses as food is consumed, so the canister adapts to your trip rather than the other way around, improving pack space and reducing bulk when you want it most.
Key features include:
- Adjustable size that adapts to your trip length
- Easy-open, soft-touch buttons for quick access
- Center access design for better organization
- Improved weight-to-volume efficiency vs. traditional canisters
- IGBC-certified bear resistance (#255500)
The BV ONE™ Adjustable Bear Canister is available for preorder, with shipping expected to begin in late April: bearvault.com/product/bv-one.
About BearVault
Founded in 2001, BearVault designs innovative bear-resistant food storage canisters trusted by backpackers, thru-hikers, and outdoor professionals across North America. Approved by land management agencies, including the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC), BearVault products help protect wildlife and support responsible recreation in bear country.
Media Contact
Meagan Osgood
Digital Marketing
BearVault
pr@bearvault.com
866-301-3442 ext. 105
BearVault Introduces the First Adjustable Bear Canister, the BV ONE™
BearVault Introduces the First Adjustable Bear Canister, the BV ONE™
BearVault Introduces the First Adjustable Bear Canister, the BV ONE™
The new adjustable bear canister reduces pack bulk, increases usable space, and maintains certified bear-resistant protection
Boulder, CO | March 26, 2026
BearVault introduces the BV ONE™, the first adjustable bear canister built with a telescoping structure that expands when full and collapses as food is consumed. The ultralight design, weighing under 2 pounds, features easy-open soft-touch buttons built for outdoor adventurers.
Traditional bear canisters remain the same size from the first mile to the last. As food volume decreases, unused space builds inside the pack. The BV ONE™ adjustable bear canister solves this by shrinking as meals are eaten, reducing wasted space and improving pack balance throughout a trip.
The BV ONE™ expands to 8.3 liters (505 cubic inches) when fully loaded and collapses to 4.65 liters (282 cubic inches) as food is consumed, shrinking from 8.5 in tall to 5.6 in. Compared to the BV450, the BV ONE™ offers more internal volume while weighing 2 ounces less at 1lb 15oz (895 g), improving carry efficiency without compromising durability or certified protection.
Developed over several years, the BV ONE™ was engineered using more than two decades of documented bear-interaction data. Historically targeted areas were reinforced, and the structure, constructed from rugged polycarbonate and high-performance nylon, was optimized to maximize strength while reducing unnecessary weight.
The BV ONE™ Adjustable Bear Canister Highlights
- Expands to 8.3 L (505 cu in) / compresses to 4.65 L (282 cu in)
- Weighs 1 lb 15 oz (895 g) — 2 oz lighter than the BV450
- Easy-open system with soft-touch buttons and smooth threading
- Certified bear-resistant (IGBC #255500)
“While customers love our durable, wide-opening, tool-free bear canisters, the public consensus is that change was needed. Easier to open, more lightweight, and versatile. We took those suggestions seriously. With our intimate knowledge of bear resistant design, we dedicated years to development, trials, and testing a completely new concept. We’re incredibly excited to introduce the innovative BV ONE™ adjustable bear canister to the world today!” — Tracy Twist, Owner, BearVault
Launched in BearVault’s 25th year, the BV ONE™ signals the company’s next evolution in food storage. While its classic line of canisters remains core to the lineup, BearVault positions the adjustable bear canister as the future of modern backcountry travel.
The BV ONE™ adjustable bear canister is now available for pre-order at bearvault.com/bv-one.
About BearVault
Founded in 2001, BearVault designs innovative bear-resistant food storage canisters trusted by backpackers, thru-hikers, and outdoor professionals across North America. Approved by land management agencies, including the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC), BearVault products help protect wildlife and support responsible recreation in bear country. Learn more at bearvault.com.
Media Contact
Meagan Osgood
Digital Marketing
BearVault
pr@bearvault.com
866-301-3442 ext. 105
BearVault Partners With The Conservation Alliance to Support Public Lands and Wildlife Protection
BearVault Partners With The Conservation Alliance to Support Public Lands and Wildlife Protection
BearVault Partners With the Conservation Alliance to Support Public Lands and Wildlife Protection
Boulder, CO | March 19, 2026
BearVault has partnered with The Conservation Alliance, the outdoor industry’s leading business coalition working to protect public lands and waters across North America.
BearVault’s partnership underscores the role gear manufacturers play in supporting responsible recreation and wildlife protection. For more than two decades, BearVault products have helped reduce human-wildlife conflict by promoting responsible food storage practices in bear country. Built for real-world use, BearVault canisters have become a standard for responsible food storage.
As outdoor participation continues to grow and land managers implement stricter food-storage policies, the company views conservation as a natural extension of its work.
As a member, BearVault will contribute to The Conservation Alliance’s work in two areas: funding grassroots conservation projects led by local communities and supporting business-led advocacy efforts that help protect the landscapes and waterways on which outdoor recreation depends.
“Protecting wildlife and protecting access to public lands go hand in hand,” said Tracy Twist. “Our products are built to reduce human-wildlife conflict in bear habitat. Supporting The Conservation Alliance is a way for us to stand behind that work beyond the product itself.”
BearVault joins a network of outdoor companies investing directly in the long-term protection of the places that shape outdoor experiences across North America.
About BearVault
Founded in 2001, BearVault designs innovative bear-resistant food storage canisters trusted by backpackers, thru-hikers, and outdoor professionals across North America. Approved by land management agencies, including the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC), BearVault products help protect wildlife and support responsible recreation in bear country.
Media Contact
Meagan Osgood
Digital Marketing
BearVault
pr@bearvault.com
866-301-3442 ext. 105
BearVault aplaude las medidas de Boundary Waters para proteger a los osos y visitantes
BearVault aplaude las medidas de Boundary Waters para proteger a los osos y visitantes
BearVault aplaude las medidas de Boundary Waters para proteger a los osos y visitantes
Boulder, Colorado | 27 de enero de 2026
Tras un año exitoso con menos conflictos entre humanos y osos, el Servicio Forestal de EE. UU. ha extendido las normas obligatorias de almacenamiento de alimentos en el Área Silvestre de Canoas de Boundary Waters (BWCAW) hasta 2031. El mandato exige que todos los visitantes aseguren la comida, la basura y los artículos perfumados colgándolos al menos a 3,6 metros del suelo o utilizando un contenedor certificado a prueba de osos. Desde que se implementó la orden temporal el año pasado, los encuentros con osos han disminuido significativamente.
“El Servicio Forestal está mejorando la seguridad y ayudando a la vida silvestre a prosperar con estas medidas”, dijo Tracy Twist, directora ejecutiva de BearVault. “Cuando se impide que los osos y otros animales salvajes accedan a la comida humana, se mantienen salvajes y alejados de los problemas. Esto es una ventaja para los osos y hace que la naturaleza sea mucho más segura para quienes se recrean en la zona”.
Las Aguas Boundary forman parte del Bosque Nacional Superior de Minnesota, una de las áreas silvestres más visitadas del país. Con su extensa red de lagos y senderos para canoas, ofrece a los remeros una oportunidad única de experimentar la auténtica naturaleza. Cuando no se almacenan los alimentos adecuadamente, los osos aprenden rápidamente a asociar a las personas con comidas fáciles, un hábito que suele acabar mal para el oso y puede crear situaciones peligrosas para excursionistas y remeros.
Mantener la comida humana inaccesible protege el comportamiento natural de los osos. BearVault sigue defendiendo estas prácticas sensatas que mantienen los espacios naturales abiertos y accesibles para todos.
Acerca de BearVault
BearVault diseña innovadores recipientes resistentes a los osos para almacenar alimentos, en los que confían mochileros, senderistas y profesionales de la naturaleza de toda Norteamérica. Aprobados por agencias de gestión territorial, como el Comité Interinstitucional del Oso Grizzly (IGBC), los productos BearVault ayudan a proteger la vida silvestre y promueven la recreación responsable en zonas con osos.
Contacto con los medios
Meagan Osgood
Marketing digital
Bóveda del oso
pr@bearvault.com
866-301-3442 ext. 105
Redesigned Shopify Website for a Faster, Streamlined E-Commerce Experience
Redesigned Shopify Website for a Faster, Streamlined E-Commerce Experience
BearVault Unveils Redesigned Shopify Website for a Faster, Streamlined E-Commerce Experience
New platform improves shopping, guidance, and education while supporting future initiatives.
Boulder, CO | January 15, 2026
BearVault, a leader in backcountry bear-resistant food storage, today announced the launch of its redesigned website, now built on the Shopify platform. The updated BearVault.com delivers a faster shopping experience, clearer product guidance, and more accessible educational resources to support responsible outdoor recreation.
What’s New on BearVault.com
- Faster, easier shopping: Shopify-powered performance delivers a smoother path from trail prep to checkout
- Clear product guidance: Improved tools help customers quickly choose the right canister size for their trip
- Simplified navigation: A cleaner layout makes it easier to explore products, resources, and gear guidance
- Expanded education: Readable content on bear safety, proper food storage, and Leave No Trace principles
The redesigned site is built to serve both first-time buyers and experienced backcountry travelers, whether they’re planning a day hike, weekend trip, or multi-night expedition.
“Our products are designed to be dependable and easy to use in the backcountry, and we wanted our website to reflect that same experience,” said Tracy Twist, Owner & CEO of BearVault. “The new site provides a smooth shopping experience while assisting customers in finding the right canister and learning about best practices in the backcountry.”
In addition to improved shopping functionality, the site offers clearer educational resources on bear safety and responsible food storage.
Looking ahead, BearVault will continue to build on its commitment to the backcountry community with initiatives focused on conservation, partnerships, and innovative solutions for outdoor enthusiasts.
The redesigned BearVault.com is now live at www.bearvault.com
About BearVault
Founded in 2001, BearVault designs innovative bear-resistant food storage canisters trusted by backpackers, thru-hikers, and outdoor professionals across North America. Approved by land management agencies, including the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC), BearVault products help protect wildlife and support responsible recreation in bear country.
Media Contact
Meagan Osgood
Digital Marketing
BearVault
meagan@bearvault.com
866-301-3442 ext. 105
BearVault® sale de su letargo con un nuevo programa de embajadores de aventuras
BearVault® sale de su letargo con un nuevo programa de embajadores de aventuras
BearVault sale de su letargo con un nuevo programa de embajadores de aventuras
Louisville, Colorado – BearVault , la marca líder en contenedores portátiles para osos para actividades al aire libre, lanzó hoy su nuevo Programa de Embajadores de Aventura. BearVault otorgará $500, un BearVault gratis y artículos promocionales a cada embajador elegido para que los use en sus aventuras al aire libre en 2023.
Intrigados por la variedad de historias de viajes, fotografías y videos, BearVault patrocina a exploradores expertos en redes sociales en sus propios viajes épicos. El alcance de las aventuras elegibles es amplio, siempre que el destino se encuentre en territorio oso. BearVault difundirá las historias, fotos y videos de los embajadores a través de sus propios canales. Las solicitudes están disponibles en línea en https://bearvault.com/ambassador/
“Aunque nos encantaría vivir todas estas aventuras nosotros mismos, es simplemente imposible, así que ¿por qué no acompañar a los amantes de las actividades al aire libre en sus increíbles viajes a través de un programa de patrocinio?”, exclamó Grant Breidenbach, gerente de marketing de BearVault. “Nuestros contenedores para osos pueden acompañar a los embajadores en sus viajes, mientras que nosotros podemos compartir indirectamente la alegría de sus diversas aventuras”.
Con el lanzamiento en 2022 de dos nuevos tamaños de contenedores para osos, "Can Fam" de BearVault ofrece opciones seguras de almacenamiento de alimentos para todo tipo de participantes al aire libre, desde el aficionado de fin de semana hasta el legendario senderista de larga distancia. El Programa de Embajadores de Aventura busca destacar la amplia variedad de sistemas de almacenamiento de alimentos BearVault en uso, desde guardar el almuerzo en la base mientras se pesca o se escala, hasta almacenar alimentos en el campamento mientras se practica remo, senderismo, caza o ciclismo.
Acerca de BearVault
BearVault® es el fabricante líder de botes de comida resistentes a los osos para mochileros y entusiastas de las actividades al aire libre. BearVault es conocido por sus botes transparentes, de apertura amplia y sin necesidad de herramientas, que facilitan la protección de los alimentos de los animales. Con sede a los pies de las Montañas Rocosas en Louisville, Colorado, BearVault es una empresa basada en valores y con una huella de carbono positiva que integra la sostenibilidad y la conservación de la vida silvestre en sus prácticas comerciales. Visítenos en www.bearvault.com , Instagram: @BearVault , Facebook: @BearVaultCanisters , TikTok: @BearVaultCanisters .
El tamaño importa para los mochileros: BearVault® lanza dos contenedores Bear más pequeños
El tamaño importa para los mochileros: BearVault® lanza dos contenedores Bear más pequeños
BearVault aplaude las medidas de Boundary Waters para proteger a los osos y visitantes
Boulder, Colorado | 27 de enero de 2026
Tras un año exitoso con menos conflictos entre humanos y osos, el Servicio Forestal de EE. UU. ha extendido las normas obligatorias de almacenamiento de alimentos en el Área Silvestre de Canoas de Boundary Waters (BWCAW) hasta 2031. El mandato exige que todos los visitantes aseguren la comida, la basura y los artículos perfumados colgándolos al menos a 3,6 metros del suelo o utilizando un contenedor certificado a prueba de osos. Desde que se implementó la orden temporal el año pasado, los encuentros con osos han disminuido significativamente.
“El Servicio Forestal está mejorando la seguridad y ayudando a la vida silvestre a prosperar con estas medidas”, dijo Tracy Twist, directora ejecutiva de BearVault. “Cuando se impide que los osos y otros animales salvajes accedan a la comida humana, se mantienen salvajes y alejados de los problemas. Esto es una ventaja para los osos y hace que la naturaleza sea mucho más segura para quienes se recrean en la zona”.
Las Aguas Boundary forman parte del Bosque Nacional Superior de Minnesota, una de las áreas silvestres más visitadas del país. Con su extensa red de lagos y senderos para canoas, ofrece a los remeros una oportunidad única de experimentar la auténtica naturaleza. Cuando no se almacenan los alimentos adecuadamente, los osos aprenden rápidamente a asociar a las personas con comidas fáciles, un hábito que suele acabar mal para el oso y puede crear situaciones peligrosas para excursionistas y remeros.
Mantener la comida humana inaccesible protege el comportamiento natural de los osos. BearVault sigue defendiendo estas prácticas sensatas que mantienen los espacios naturales abiertos y accesibles para todos.
Acerca de BearVault
BearVault diseña innovadores recipientes resistentes a los osos para almacenar alimentos, en los que confían mochileros, senderistas y profesionales de la naturaleza de toda Norteamérica. Aprobados por agencias de gestión territorial, como el Comité Interinstitucional del Oso Grizzly (IGBC), los productos BearVault ayudan a proteger la vida silvestre y promueven la recreación responsable en zonas con osos.
Contacto con los medios
Meagan Osgood
Marketing digital
Bóveda del oso
pr@bearvault.com
866-301-3442 ext. 105