Philmont Bear Protocol

The following is from the Philmont Boy Scout Bear Protocol and Policy - Upon arriving in camp, place all "smellables" that are not immediately needed under the dining fly and place all dishes near the sump. If you are not looking at it, hang it! Smellable items are suspended away from people -- don't forget spilled food on clothes. The following are bear bag items:

1. All foods and trash
2. Medicine (place in boot if needed at night)
3. Soaps (including Camp-Suds) and shampoo
4. Foot powder
5. Chapstick
6. Sump Frisbee & condiment bag with all spices
7. Water bottles
8. Feminine hygiene products
9. Extra batteries/film/disposable cameras
10. Toothpaste/toothbrush
11. Sunscreen
12. Clothes that have spilled food or drink on them or you hiked in
13. Unwashed dishes
14. Tobacco
15. Deodorant/anti-perspirant
16. First Aid kits
17. Insect repellant
18. ALWAYS HANG ANYTHING THAT YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT

It is also suggested to not apply bug spray less than 2 hours before sleeping. It maybe inconvenient but better to be safe than sorry. All snacks and food will be consumed in the food area. NO FOOD IN CAMP AREA.