01/17/2026
We got an update this week from the US Forest Service that the food storage order for the Boundary Waters has been extended for another five years. These best "bear aware" practices have proven to significantly lower the risk of bear/human interactions. Following the guidelines by storing anything that might attract wildlife, like food and toiletries, hung in a tree or stored in a certified bear resistant container makes our beloved wilderness safer for both humans and bears. We can all do our part!
https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/alerts/forest-order-09-09-26-02-bwcaw-bear-aware-food-storage-order