[pct-l] Bear encounter before Kennedy Meadows

[AsABat]

Thanks. For others, note that Ursack does also have a model for bears. They have had some issues with approval in the Sierra. Do your own research if interested. The bear version might be useful outside high bear areas. 

OTOH I've used one in these areas and never saw a bear, so have no field experience with how they might survive. 

To save Mendorider the time, odor proof Opsacks are a lightweight way to perhaps protect food where bears are less agressive. I've used them in Northern Cal. 


AsABat
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Anna Sofranko <annasofranko at gmail.com> wrote:

The bag was an Ursack Minor, which is not specifically designed to keep out
bears. The company only recommends it for rodents. The bear ripped straight
through the side of the bag. We would have carried a bear can had we known
there are so many bears in the area before Kennedy Meadows.

- Anna and Shutterbug

On Sat, Jun 9, 2012 at 9:09 AM, AsABat <AsABat at 4jeffrey.net> wrote:

> >From the picture it's hard to tell, is that a brand name Kevlar bag or
> something homemade? It looks like the bear went in through the side fabric
> and not a seem or the top opening where failures are more likely.
>
> (I'm trying to avoid saying the brand without knowing for sure as they
> have enough trouble.)
>
>
>
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> AsABat
> PCT Water Reports Socal http://pct.4jeffrey.net
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> Chris Alexander <cmalex at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> We encountered a problem bear while camped just before Kennedy Meadows
> (mile 684.75). Many other hikers have seen bears in the area. We recommend
> carrying a bear can starting in Tehachapi/Mojave.
>
> You can read more about our bear encounter in our blog:
> http://mexicotocanada.com/2012/06/09/day-46-51-farewell-desert-hello-bear/
>
> Chris (Shutterbug) and Anna
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