I use an FHF bear spray holder and attach it to the belt of my pack. If stalking a bear I throw the can in my pocket and go, if it's anything else I leave it with the pack.
I've had a lot of encounters with black bears and never bad a problem so I'm a little on the lazy side but I still bring it just in case.
I've had a lot of encounters with black bears and never bad a problem so I'm a little on the lazy side but I still bring it just in case.