How much can a bear Vault 500 hold?

How much can a bear Vault 500 hold?

Bear Vault BV450 (left) and BV500 (right) As you see in the chart below, a BV500 bear canister can fit 143 Snickers bars (35,750 calories), or 24 ramen noodle packages (8,880 calories), or 10 Mountain House meals (5,945 calories).

What does a BearVault 500 weigh?

BearVault® Model BV500
Weight 2 lbs. 9 oz. (1.16kg)
Tool free operation Yes
Easy to attach to backpack with built in strap guides Yes
Easy to slip into backpack Yes

Which bear canisters are approved?

IGBC & SIBBG Approved The NO-FED Bear is a pretty bomb-proof canister that is approved in all areas requiring bear canisters in the US. But, like the Garcia above, it’s heavy for its capacity, and the BV450 would be a lighter option if you aren’t backpacking in the Eastern High Peaks Wilderness Area.

How much do bear canisters cost?

You can purchase a new bear canister for just under a $100, but that might be a big expense, especially if you only need it for a single trip. Used – You also can save some money by purchasing used. Many people buy a canister for a trip and then resell it when they are done.

How many days of food in a bear can?

Canisters typically hold 3-5 days’ worth of food and toiletries for 1 person.

How long can food fit in a bear canister?

Are bear canisters worth it?

Pros: Bear canisters are easier to set up and retrieve than a traditional counterweight or bear bag. Bear canisters can be used even where there are no suitable trees for hanging a bag. Canisters provide better protection than other methods.

Do coffee grounds repel bears?

Why coffee grounds? Since the bears have a strong sense of smell, such a pungent treat is extremely attractive and stimulating to them. The bears roll around in coffee grounds like a cat in catnip! Keema and Denali rubbed up against the log just as they did with the pungent coffee grounds.

Can bears smell unopened soda?

Bears have an insatiable appetite and an amazing sense of smell, and they consider anything with a scent to be “food.” This can include canned goods, bottles, drinks, soaps, cosmetics, toiletries, trash, ice chests, sunscreen, bug repellant, fuel, items used for preparing or eating meals, etc.

What does the bear vault bv500 do?

The BV500 protects you and our furry friends. Head out for a trip into Yosemite or Denali National Park with your food safe and secure in the Bear Vault BV500 Bear Resistant Food Canister. This large-capacity container’s 700 cubic inch interior stashes enough supplies for weeklong trips into bear country.

How big is a bear resistant food canister?

Head out for a trip into Yosemite or Denali National Park with your food safe and secure in the Bear Vault BV500 Bear Resistant Food Canister. This large-capacity container’s 700 cubic inch interior stashes enough supplies for weeklong trips into bear country.

What happened to the bear trying to get into my bv450?

The bear moved on with his life and our food was safe!” – Maren “While thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, a mother bear and several cubs tried for more than four hours to get into my BV450. The canister was rolled around, and scratched, but all the food was good and the canister was intact.

What makes the bear vault canister unique?

An innovative tool-free top gives you quick access to your goodies, and the see-through polycarbonate housing and extra-wide lid make it easy to find what you’re looking for. Slip this lightweight Bear Vault canister into your expedition pack or use the guides to strap it down.