How to Hang a Bear Bag - PCT style, Clove Hitch, and LiteAF Rocksack

Keeping your food away from bears and others small animals is an important skill when backpacking. There are several different ways to accomplish this. The PCT hang is one of the three most common ways to hang your food in a tree. In this video learn how to: 00:56 Use a rock sack. A great way to get your bear line up and over a limb. Quick review of the LiteAF RockSack. Link below. 05:15 Hang a bear bag (food bag) using the PCT method (pacific crest trail). 08:56 Tie a clove hitch. This is one of my favorite knots. Great for lots of situations, in the woods, at work, or around the house. LiteAF RockSack and Bear Bag: https://liteaf.com/?ref=433 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more! ************************************* Follow on Instagram: @motivatedbymountains Email: [email protected] *********************************** GEAR that I use and recommend: *********************************** BACKPACKS LiteAF Curve 35 UL backpack: https://liteaf.com/?ref=433 LiteAF Fanny Pack: https://liteaf.com/?ref=433 ************************************ SHELTER SYSTEM Zpacks Duplex Dyneema Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/duplex-te... Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo: https://amzn.to/2MCDaOB Paria Sanctuary Tarp: https://amzn.to/2BzsF8n Polycryo Ground Sheet: https://amzn.to/2N7K4KA Vargo Titanium Tent Stake: https://amzn.to/2Ph6j3H MSR Groundhog Tent Stakes: https://amzn.to/2Pb7cdK ******************************** SLEEP SYSTEM Katabatic Gear Alsek 22 Quilt: https://katabaticgear.com/shop/alsek-... Paria 15 Degree Backpacking Quilt: https://amzn.to/2BF2yg5 Thermarest Uberlite Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/2N3iRsr Klymit Static V Ultralite SL Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/2N7Hkgx Thermarest Zlite CCF Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/2p4kHkX Thermarest NeoAir Xlite Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/2W2HN7w Thermarest Xtherm Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/2PkZe27 SeatoSummit Pillow: https://amzn.to/2MDSfzx ********************************** RAIN GEAR 3F UL Gear Rain Skirt: https://amzn.to/31EgUrU Frogg Toggs UL2 Rain Jacket: https://amzn.to/32DL3c9 Mountain Warehouse Rainpants: https://amzn.to/31zmIml Six Moon Designs Umbrella: https://amzn.to/2PceBto ********************************* KITCHEN BRS-3000T Ultralight titanium Stove: https://amzn.to/2JfHbGx MSR PocketRocket 2 Ultralight Stove: https://amzn.to/33SlLXW TOAKS Titanium 750ml Pot: https://amzn.to/2MAQlzw EVERNEW 900ml Titanium Pot: https://amzn.to/2W2KdD8 GSI Outdoors Infinity Mug: https://amzn.to/2BBr41W TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon: https://amzn.to/2Pl6Vp1 Anthony's Organic Instant Coffee: https://amzn.to/2qDQOZn ************************************ Ultralight is all about hiking with only the things you really need and nothing else. Approach your gear choices the same way. Don't just lighten your pack, lighten your footprint! ******************************** I do not except money for positive reviews. I give my honest opinions good or bad for all pieces of gear with no exception. Occasionally I may do a "First Look" review of a NEW piece of gear, but I will always state that in the video. ********************************** Disclaimer: This video and/or description may contain affiliate links, which means that when you click on one of the product links, I'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue backpacking and making videos just like this one. Your support is much appreciated!