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Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Parks Trailhead Food Storage Information About Sierra Bears
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Before leaving a vehicle to hike a trail, remove all food from the vehicle and store it in a bear-resistant food storage locker. Please remember that lockers are for everyone, so do not use locks, and remove all trash and excess food then you leave.

Proper food storage is not only essential to successful human-bear management, it is required legally (36 CFR 2.10(d)). Food includes food, trash, recyclables, toiletries, first aid kits, pet food, window cleaner, baby wipes, scented tissue, air freshener, soda cans, bottled beverages, canned food, coolers (full and empty), mosquito repellant, lipstick, tobacco products, and ANY RELATED ITEMS WITH A SCENT.


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