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At BearSaver, we care about keeping people and bears safe. And that goes beyond simply providing bear-resistant trash cans and recycling containers. We also want to help ensure that you stay safe in Bear Country in other ways, too. That’s why we’ve developed a line of Hot Coal Containers for use in parks and campgrounds. Preventing forest fires is crucial for the safety of all living things in Bear Country, and we’re proud to offer a superior product that helps to prevent potential fire hazards.  How BearSaver’s Hot Coal Containers work The BearSaver line of Hot Coal Containers couldn’t be easier to use. If you have hot coals from a campfire or other fire, you simply dump them through the top of the container. That’s it! Those coals can later be retrieved by opening the back service door and swinging out the container inside. BearSaver’s Hot Coal Containers are available in two sizes, both small and large. No matter what...

Here at BearSaver, we’re serious about understanding bear behavior. We’ve worked with wildlife professionals for well over a decade to learn from their expertise in order to create the most respected bear-resistant products in the world. Over the years, we’ve come to understand the importance of knowing how bears think and behave, and we’d like to pass that knowledge on to you. With the summer outdoor season in full swing, we’d thought we’d share with you some of our top tips for hiking and camping in bear country. Following these guidelines will help ensure your safety and the well-being of bears and their habitat. Happy trails! How to avoid bears while hiking As they say, the best defense is a good offense. That’s why it pays to avoid bears altogether when you’re enjoying the Great Outdoors. Some of the best ways to avoid bears when you’re hiking and camping include: Not hiking at dawn or dusk when bears are most...

You know how important it is to keep human food away from bears. Not only does it keep you and your property safe from damage, but it also keeps bears safe from potential danger. But how do you keep fresh food away from bears at places like campgrounds, picnic areas, and trailheads? By using bear-proof food storage lockers! Let’s take a closer look at how BearSaver can help keep you and your food safe while you’re out enjoying nature. Innovative latching system Bears are incredibly smart creatures, especially when it comes to hunting for food. That’s why it’s so important to keep your food secure while you’re out camping, hiking, and picnicking. BearSaver food storage lockers are perfect for these sites because they come with a specialized latching system. The pocket-style, self-closing touch latch is simple to operate but beyond the capabilities of bears. It requires no squeezing or gripping – simply insert four fingers into the latch and push...

BearSaver was launched as a natural outgrowth of our passion for outdoor recreation and wildlife. Many members of our staff are outdoor enthusiasts who love to camp and hike. As a result, we’re very aware of the growing problem of bears foraging for human food. That’s why we decided to combine our years of fabrication experience to help stop the dangerous interactions caused by bears consuming human food and waste. Not only do we pride ourselves on our innovative BearSaver line of animal-resistant enclosures for waste, recycling, and food storage, but we also want to share the knowledge we’ve acquired over the years about bears. Here are some of the most important things we think you should know. There are many different kinds of bears Did you know that the bear family has eight distinct species? Each species has developed its own unique characteristics during its evolution. The three most common species we may encounter in North America include polar...

When you’re shopping for a bear-proof trash enclosure, ease of use is essential. After all, if people can’t easily dispose of their waste, then it will be harder to keep bears away from your property. That’s why BearSaver has designed an all-new hands-free option for one of our most popular products. See how this bear-proof trash can make waste disposal a breeze! CE Series single trash enclosure keeps bears and other critters away Keeping bears away from trash is of critical importance in bear country. Not only does it keep you and other people safe, but it also keeps our neighborhood bears from getting hurt. That’s why we’ve designed the CE Series bear-resistant trash enclosures. These products are both heavy-duty and ADA-compliant, making them an excellent choice for accessibility compliance. They come equipped with a top-loading pull-down chute that can be easily operated, even with a closed fist. And not only do they keep the bears out of your trash,...