bear bell Do bear bells work? Or do they just make you into an annoying hiker? Do bear bells work? We dive into the research on whether bells help repel bears in the backcountry, or just disturb local wildlife and other trail users Advnture NewsletterAll the latest inspiration, tips and guides to help you plan your next Advnture!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1Hiker "lost his footing and fell" to his death while hiking with friends at Hawaii falls – how to stay safe on waterfall hikes2From tents to tech: check out the latest innovations in outdoor living at the 2025 Caravan, Camping and Motorhome show3"A fantastic all-rounder" - the versatile Salomon Sense Ride 5 trail running shoes wowed us and they're now half-price4A case study in respecting trail closures: 2 hikers airlifted to hospital after sustaining "multiple injuries" on route closed for 26 years5"He is among the world’s most formidable endurance athletes" – Mathieu Blanchard first to finish brutal 600k Yukon race in -40°F temps
