bear deterrant Do bear horns work? We look into the research... Do bear horns work? We investigate whether you can blast a bear away from the trail for long enough to keep safely journeying to your chosen objective 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 How to hang a bear bag: two simple methods for securing food Knowing how to hang a bear bag properly helps protect you and the local bear population, and ensures you have plenty of fuel to keep you wandering in the wild 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 MOST READ1Nike Zegama 2 trail running shoes review: plush enough for the road but with some trail-friendly details2"It’s all about seeing what I can do" – 74 runners cross the finish line after tackling temperatures over 100F in Death Valley ultra3Nike’s freaky new asymmetrical sports sunglasses declare psychological warfare on competitors4"He is in good spirits" – heartwarming video shows hiker, 70, reunite with family after 5 days lost in Sierra Nevada wilderness5Swiss climber scales 18 Alpine peaks in under 8 hours to break “Spaghetti Tour” record