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Defensive Techniques When Encountering Bears: What to Do When Spotting a Bear and Using Bear Spray

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

How to Protect Food in Bear Country: Hanging Smellables, Using Bear Bags and Canisters, Planning Ahead

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking in Black Bear Country: How to Identify a Bear, What to Do When Spotting a Bear, and More

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

How to Stay Warm in A Sleeping Bag: Using Hot Water Bottles, Exercise, Sleeping Pads, and Layers

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Using Tinder to Start a Campfire: How to Utilize Natural and Man-Made Tinder Materials

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Different Ways to Start a Campfire: Using Matches, Lighters, Magnesium, and Primitive Techniques

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Hiking During Hunting Season: How Hikers Can Stay Safe

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Fall Hiking and Camping: Autumn Colors, Hunting Safety, Changing Temperatures, and Weather

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Sun Protection For Hikers And Campers: How to Prevent UV Exposure While Outdoors

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Digging a Cat Hole: How to Dispose of Human Waste in the Backcountry

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

Backpacking Hygiene: Staying Clean on Backpacking Trips

By: Feature Writer Bill Sassani

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