Bear cache

Okay, imagine you're camping in the wilderness, and you brought some food with you. But there are bears who also live in the wilderness, and they really like to eat food - especially human food. If a bear smells food, they might come into your campsite and try to take it, which can be very dangerous! So what do you do with your food to keep it safe?

That's where a bear cache comes in. A bear cache is like a big, strong box where you put your food and any other smelly things that might attract bears. It's usually made of metal or heavy-duty plastic, and it has a lid that locks tightly. The bear cache is designed so that a bear can't get into it, no matter how hard they try.

When you're camping in bear country, you have to put all your food and smelly things in the bear cache every night before you go to sleep. That way, if a bear does come into your campsite, they won't be able to get your food. And when you wake up in the morning, your food will still be there, safe and sound in the bear cache!

It's really important to use a bear cache when you're camping in bear country, because bears can be very dangerous when they're hungry or feel threatened. By keeping your food in a bear cache, you're helping to protect both yourself and the bears. So always remember to pack a sturdy bear cache when you're planning a camping trip in bear country!