Backcountry Bear Basics provides tested strategies to help you avoid conflict with black bears and grizzlies. All aspects of backcountry travel are covered including tips on cooking, food storage and campsites. The book also reviews specific outdoor activities—from fishing to mountain biking—assessing the likelihood of bear encounters and suggesting tactics for coping in different settings. Thoroughly researched and insightful, Backcountry Bear Basics will help you make your next visit to the backeountry a safe one, free from unpleasant encounters.