Massachusetts – Bear Activity – Shaker Campsite
Massachusetts
Bear Activity
Alert
07/06/2023
Bears continue to be active in this area. Although there have been no reports of aggressive/habituated bears or of bears taking hiker food, hikers should keep a clean camp and be sure to properly store food and other “smellables.” The bear box on-site can become full quickly and hikers should never rely on provided food storage devices at A.T. shelters and campsites. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) recommends that all overnight hikers carry a bear canister.
To learn more about bear safety, proper food storage on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.), and the bear canister lending program, visit: appalachiantrail.org/bears
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04/18/2022
There have been multiple sightings of bears at Shaker Campsite (NOBO mile 1,542.8), including a mother and cubs. Although there have been no reports of aggressive/habituated bears or of bears taking hiker food, hikers should keep a clean camp and be sure to properly store food and other “smellables.” The bear box on-site can become full quickly and hikers should never rely on provided food storage devices at A.T. shelters and campsites. The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) recommends that all overnight hikers carry a bear canister.
To learn more about bear safety, proper food storage on the Appalachian Trail (A.T.), and the bear canister lending program, visit: https://appalachiantrail.org/explore/plan-and-prepare/hiking-basics/safety/bears/
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