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Safety in
Grizzly and
Black Bear Country
Bear-Proofing
a Camp
While You Are Away
If you must be away from
your camp for any length of time, take precautions to reduce the chance
of a bear entering tents or buildings in your absence:
- Remove all attractants. If you
are leaving for an extended period, remove all food and
garbage. If leaving for the day, store food in a location
inaccessible to bears. This is especially important for tents,
which cannot be physically bearproofed.
- Bears are often attracted to
synthetic materials and have been known to eat or chew on
inflatable boats, gas cans, sleeping bags, tents, motor oil
and seats. If possible, remove such equipment or store it in a
location that is inaccessible to bears.
- Ensure
that all windows and doors are securely locked. Windows can be
equipped with solid wood shutters for extra protection. When
leaving for long periods, some people place "bear
boards" on steps and window sills. These are made by driving
rows of nails through a board, which is placed so the points
protrude upward. Bear boards may give added protection, but do not
stop some bears.
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