[pct-l] Bear Cannisters Q

[C. Hansen]

Marion, George, All -

I've been watching the bear cannister thread with some interest simply because I'm interested in the likelihood of a bear encounter on trail.  I have no problem carrying a cannister where it is required, or even recommended.  However, it will be a new experience for me..  Typically, since I hike in Grizzly Habitat, I carry Counter Assault Bear Spray as my bear deterrent.  The thought is, if a bear approaches for any reason, food or otherwise, he gets sprayed.  Thankfully, I've never needed to use it.

Being relatively new to the list (lurker for a month or so), I have not seen this topic broached.  I wasn't able to find it in the archive or FAQ's either, unless it gets included in the "Firearms" section of the FAQ's.  Regardless, forgive me if I've overlooked it.

I'm curious as to people's thoughts about whether to carrying this on trail or not...  Is it eight ounces of insurance I'd be better off leaving at home?

C. Hansen

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Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2009 15:52:18 -0800
From: Marion <mardav at charter.net>
Subject: [pct-l] bear cannisters Q
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I've hiked with George Wysup.  It's pronounced wise-up for good reason; 
he really does have a lot of wisdom to share.  He's out there all the 
time bagging peaks on killer day hikes and overnights with the Sierra 
Club.
Listen to him.  The bears of the JMT may be the worst gangstas anywhere 
on any trail in the USA.  They are not to be trifled with.  They 
(probably) won't hurt you, but they undoubtedly will get your food 
eventually if you hang it.  Get a bear can.
Marion


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