Andrew Skurka Says "Sleep With Your Food"

If you're interested in joining a guided wilderness expedition lead by Andrew Skurka, go to: https://bit.ly/49uZ4NB Andrew Skurka has spent decades backpacking in grizzly and black bear country — from the Appalachian Trail to Alaska’s Brooks Range — and in this episode, he breaks down the truth about food storage, bear safety, and one of the internet’s favorite controversies: sleeping with your food. In this video, Andrew covers: When you should (and shouldn’t) sleep with your food Bear canisters vs Ursacks vs bear hangs Why most bear hangs fail in real-world conditions How land agency regulations impact food storage choices The difference between black bear and grizzly bear behavior How to avoid attracting bears in camp What to do if a bear enters your campsite Backpacking in Yellowstone, Yosemite, Alaska, and grizzly country The truth about odor-proof bags and scented items Real stories from bear encounters on trail Andrew also shares practical tips for researching bear activity before a trip, choosing the right storage method for different environments, and understanding how backpackers can help protect wildlife while staying safe in the backcountry. Whether you’re a thru-hiker, weekend backpacker, or planning your first trip into bear country, this episode is packed with nuanced, experience-driven advice from one of the most respected voices in backpacking. Photo and field video credit to Andrew Skurka. Check out Andrew Skurka Adventures 👉 @skurkaadventures Check out Andrew's personal channel 👉 @skurkaandrew Read the full article on The Trek 👉 https://thetrek.co/andrew-skurka-on-mastering-ultralight-tents-shelters/ Follow Andrew on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/andrewskurka/ If you're thru-hiking this or next year and you're interested in blogging or vlogging for The Trek, start here 👉 https://thetrek.co/thru-hiker-resources/apply-to-be-a-blogger-vlogger-the-trek/ ------------------------------------------------------------- Follow us on Instagram @thetrek.co 👉 https://www.instagram.com/thetrek.co Follow us on Facebook at The Trek 👉 https://www.facebook.com/theTrek.co/ Are you thru-hiking in the near future? Consider blogging for The Trek! 👇 https://thetrek.co/thru-hiker-resources/apply-to-be-a-blogger-vlogger-the-trek/ Get the best from The Trek every week, directly to your inbox: https://linkly.link/2G2v6 Check out our suggested Appalachian Trail & Pacific Crest Trail Gear Lists AT: https://thetrek.co/thru-hiker-resources/appalachian-trail-faq/ PCT: https://thetrek.co/pacific-crest-trail-thru-hike-gear-list/ ------------------------------------------------------------- #backpacking #hiking #camping #thruhike #hike #ultralightbackpacking #howto #campinglife #hikingadventures #campinggear #backpackingtips #hikingtips #campingtips #backpackinggear #andrewskurka #mountains #appalachiantrail #pacificcresttrail