EVERYTHING scented in the bair box - even thing you think smell bad. Sun tan lotion, food or drink, toothpaste, lip stick or chapstick - all of it needs to go into the bear box.
You may see a bear but I've seen more bears in the day time than in the night time. However, don't leave a bag of Dorritos next to your camp table or you'll be SURE to see a bear in the night. We did at Sequoia.
If you feel unsafe about bears, carry some sort of noise maker with you at all times. Banging pots and pans together is a good way to scare them off. Also, don't run and make yourself as large as possible.
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