bear canister

Essentials

REI’s Traverse is the First Modular Bear Canister

Is the versatility worth the weight?

Nathan Pipenberg

Updated Jun 25, 2025

Essentials

FRONTIERSMAN Insider Bear Safe

Easy-to-pack bear canister

Backpacker Editors

Published Mar 20, 2019

Videos

How to Use a Bear Canister

Learn what to put in a bear canister–and where to hide it–to keep your meals safe.

Published Aug 19, 2008