The lid for my canister is stuck, it won't turn at all. Can someone please offer advice?

Previous advice should be good to get it open. I recommend looking at the male threads, on the canister body not the lid, when you have it open. The seam where the two halves of the canister are molded together can be pronounced and I found scrapping it down with a knife so that it doesn't interfere with the lid helped tremendously.

Why don't you ship to Alaska? We have 98% of the brown bears and 70% of the black bears in the US... and you don't ship to Alaska!

We do ship to Alaska, please purchase the item through out web site for shipping to Ak.http://www.omcgear.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=bear+vault-BennettOMC Customer Service

can the bears smell food through the can?

Yes, bears can smell through the canister. These are not air tight. Place this far away from where you are sleeping. I believe the manufacturer provides a recommended distance. Also bears can smell you. Dont worry black bears are not aggressive. The point of the can is to prevent bears from eating human food and developong an association between food and humans. You are not in any danger unless you are camping near grizzly bears. Grizzly Bears will kill you just for fun regardless of if you have food with you or not. Be

Would someone please tell me the diameter of the opening? Thank you.

They must have changed the design because mine has an opening of 7-1/2" with an overall outside diameter of 8-3/4" and a height of 12-7/16"

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BearVault Canister for Backpacking. 4 Sizes: BV500, BV475, BV450, BV425. Bear-Resistant Food Container for Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Hunting, Bikepacking. BearVault is Bear Safe!

BearVault Canister for Backpacking. 4 Sizes: BV500, BV475, BV450, BV425. Bear-Resistant Food Container for Camping, Hiking, Fishing, Hunting, Bikepacking. BearVault is Bear Safe!

Product ID: 4662799

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Brand
BearVault
Capacity
7.2 liters
Color
Transparent
Material Feature
Food Grade
Product Dimensions
8.7"L x 8.7"W

🎒7.2L compact capacity

⚖️2.1 lbs lightweight design

🛡️48h bear-resistant tested

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Description

🛡️ Keep bears out and your adventure in—pack smart, camp fearless!

EFFORTLESS ACCESS - Wide, transparent opening lets you find your trail mix or oatmeal in seconds.
BUILT FOR ADVENTURE - Rugged, impact-resistant polycarbonate doubles as a camp stool—no extra gear needed.
SPACIOUS YET COMPACT - 7.2 liters of storage fits 3-4 days of food without weighing down your pack.
BEAR PROOF CONFIDENCE - Survived 48 hours locked with hungry bears—your food’s ultimate guardian.
PARK APPROVED PROTECTION - Endorsed by Yosemite, Sequoia, and Olympic National Parks for worry-free camping.

The BearVault BV450 Jaunt is a lightweight, 7.2-liter transparent bear-resistant canister designed for backpackers and campers. Tested and approved by grizzly and black bear experts, it offers secure, tool-free access to your food while doubling as a durable camp stool. Approved by major National Parks, it’s the trusted choice for safe, hassle-free outdoor food storage.

Specifications

ASIN	B001V9HENU
Best Sellers Rank	#4,651 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #8 in Camping Bear Protection Products
Brand Name	BearVault
Capacity	7.2 liters
Closure Type	Twist Lock
Color	Transparent
Container Shape	Round
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (2,245)
Food Storage Container Airtightness	Airtight
Global Trade Identification Number	00893554000080
Is the item dishwasher safe?	No
Is the item microwaveable?	No
Item Dimensions L x W x H	8.7"L x 8.7"W x 8.3"H
Item Form	Round
Item Volume	7.2 Liters
Item Weight	2.1 Pounds
Lid Material	Polycarbonate
Manufacturer	BearVault
Material Features	Food Grade
Material Type Free	BPA Free, Phthalate Free
Other Special Features of the Product	Portable, water-resistant
Package Quantity	1
Product Care Instructions	machine wash
Recommended Uses For Product	Camping, Hiking, Trekking, Fishing, Hunting
Size	BV450 Jaunt M
Specific Uses For Product	Camping, Hiking, Trekking, Fishing, Hunting
UPC	893554000080
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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