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White River National Forest renews food storage order

Proper food storage reduces conflicts between campers and bears

PRESS RELEASE

RBC | With summer camping season beginning this month on the 2.3-million-acre White River National Forest, officials are reminding campers about the long-standing food storage rules on the Forest as well as other tips for an enjoyable trip.

The White River National Forest recently renewed its long-standing food storage order to help minimize problems with black bears, which are found throughout the Forest.

“Every…