Camping Light Question

[ToddSMedley]

Would a small light(GlowStick or Area LED) in a camp site tend to scare a bear away or attract his attention. I am talking about camping in the Rockies, wilderness areas. Please share if anyone have any experience.

 

[JackandJanet]

I don't know that ANY kind of light will keep a bear away. It might actually attract one that has learned to associate food with humans. We camp a lot in bear country and have never been bothered. But, we always keep our food locked up inside our truck and in the refrigerator in the trailer. Same goes for items used to prepare food, such as our propane barbecue, pots and pans, dishes, etc.

- Jack

 

[hilltool]

campfires don't even keep bears away. carry pepper spray.

 

[Berezny]

Bears are naturally curious animals, and lights can attract their attention. Bright or flashing lights, such as LED lights or glow sticks, may draw a bear closer out of curiosity, especially if they associate the light with human activity (e.g., food).

 

[josephs]

In most cases, a small light like a glow stick or area LED won’t necessarily scare a bear away, but it could attract their curiosity, especially if they associate lights with food sources. Bears rely more on scent than sight, so keeping a clean campsite, securing food properly, and following bear safety protocols is crucial when camping in the Rockies.


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Stay safe and enjoy your adventure!

 

[The Ohioian]

When in bear country always use available wildlife boxes for food at the camp. Never store it in your car or camper. Have it in totes that are easily transferred to boxes. If no boxes are available hang it in a tree 15 feet off the ground ten feet from the trunk. Don’t cook where you sleep. Those are the rules I have camped by and bears have come and gone with no trouble. Nothing else matters but the food.