Bear Spray: Buying, Using, and Recycling It in Yellowstone
A charging grizzly bear is NOT the same thing as a mugger on a street corner, or even a charging pit bull. Get a bear spray deterrent that's up to the job.
Bear Skills
Bear Skills
Bear Month
Bears: They're big, they're out there, and for hikers, they're equal parts terrifying and fascinating. Get to know the North American wilderness's undisputed royalty with Bearpacker, our annual guide to bear science, safety, and sightseeing.
Watch: How to Master Your Bear Spray
BACKPACKER Skills Editor Corey Buhay is here to help you master grizzly country's most essential safety gear.