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for specific Inyo National Forest food storage regulations.
- In specified
wilderness areas it is required that backpackers and stock users store
all their food, trash and anything with a scent inside an approved
bear-resistant canister or pannier from May 23 through October 31.
These portable containers are the easiest and most effective method
to protect you, your food and wild bears when packed efficiently.
- In areas where
canisters are not required, the Inyo National Forest strongly recommends
that backpackers and stock users use an approved bear-resistant canister
or pannier.
- If you choose
to use the counter-balance method and hang your food from a tree branch
please do it properly. Remember, this method may only be a delay tactic.
Bears are successful at obtaining food hung in trees.
Area maps showing where bear canisters are required:
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