How to Keep Bears Away From Your Campsite

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Summer’s almost here, and with that comes camping opportunities galore. But always remember that you’re sharing the forest with wildlife like bears. While we love and admire these majestic creatures, we want them to be nowhere near us when we are out in the wild.

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Be Prepared for Bears and Cougars in the Backcountry

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Keep Smells Away to Keep Bears Away

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Camp Bear Smart

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Swipe up for more!

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