We specialize in crafting traditional style gear for the modern outdoorsman.
We don’t mess around with fancy add-ons or gimmicks.
We focus on quality, durability, and functionality. Just the stuff you need to get the job done effectively.
Just the Bear Essentials.
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from 200 reviews
This is the hat I've been looking for. Thin, quality wool,well constructed. I highly recommend it
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GR Elliott
2 days ago
The owner is highly responsive and dependable. The quality of work is impressive, to say the least. The Bear Essentials content on YouTube is useful and easy to follow for novice enthusiasts. My experience with buying gear with DJ was as easy as his guided tutorials. 10/10 would buy again
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Carley Lev
4 days ago
I’ve ordered many (maybe all) of the Bear Essential products as gifts for my outdoorsman husband. They are second to none. The craftsmanship, attention to detail, and value for dollar spent can’t be beat. Canadian made by an expert who knows what he’s doing. You won’t be disappointed
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Sandy
6 days ago
I enjoy doing business with Bear Essentials. They are always responsive and helpful. Just got a new item he added to his products. All products I have purchased have been high quality
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James Cole
1 week ago
All my orders have been high quality gear. Very satisfied. I will order future products
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Jason Hodg
1 week ago
I've been a fan and follower of this channel on YT for some time. All the gear looks to be of high quality. Now I can't wait to get the gear I ordered and put it to good use
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Henry Hakk
2 weeks ago
I'm learning so much from DJ watching his videos. His products are unique and awesome. Highly recommend following him and supporting his work
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Christophe
2 weeks ago
I have ordered several items from The Bear Essentials. The quality on everything is great, both the knot tying kit and the axe mask and sharpener stone! Also a great Youtube channel. I am happy to support
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Patrick Ce
2 weeks ago
I've ordered a few things, all high quality. Customer support is excellent
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Kyle Laugh
2 weeks ago
Love this guy and his craft. All well made and for reasonable price. helped me a lot with bushcraft. Not like ultralight pro tech comunity his methods and equipment is reliable, well made a and you can count on it in every conditio
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Tomáš Halv
3 weeks ago
Easy to order and easy to shop. Love to support Canadian businesses and DJ your knowledge is invaluable and appreciated. Thank you for the great content. Keep up the great work!
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Jason Lano
3 weeks ago
The beauty and craftsmanship of these bucksaws is astounding. So glad I was able to secure one of the very last one of these for myself!
Update: So I bought one for a very dear friend of mine - I’m sure he will be blown away! ;
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Salty Doug
3 weeks ago
Awesome Gear!!! Can't wait to use on my New Zealand Stag Hunt Backpacking Trip!
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Robert McD
3 weeks ago
DJ,
I am very impressed with the product quality, form and function. I love learning new skills and your great videos on YouTube a filled a cold weather gap for me. Also, I am constantly looking for quality gear and have been searching for a functional lightweight sharpening kit and a great forage bag to add to my kit for quite a while. I am an ultralight backpacker and full time Bushcraft enthusiast, and they work well for both hobbies!
Very well done. Great price point and great quality!
Keep up the great work
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Kevin BEDW
4 weeks ago
I talked to DJ about the beanie...it looks good...looks like it'll do it's job in the cold..but also wanted a carry bag for my axe and bucksaw so that too will be handy as well...good quality craftsmanship pays attention to detail and I believe DJ field tests them beforehand...let's see if it it's " Steve-O" proof 😆...thanks Bear Essentials👍
Update: I wore the beanie...works like a champ. I've invested in a Wabi-Sabi Bucksaw(I already have the sling case),along with maintenance kit. To DJ and Bear Essentials....thanks a million times over...and I'm chomping at the bit to try out this saw 👍
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Steven Hol
1 month ago
The set is even better than I thought, you can tell the care they put into the et up. The packaging is great and not only is there a large set but also a pocket size as well! I would definitely order for our shop again
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Carlen Lop
1 month ago
Bought the Field Sharpener Wallet, and LOVE it!! It's the perfect size for backpacking, or any other "minimal gear" activity. Excellent quality too. I will buy again from Bear Essentials Outdoors Co
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Laurie Mie
1 month ago
It's my first time buying from the bare essentials outdoor company. And I ordered 2 hats and a cap. I wish they would sell gloves. Gloves would be nice socks, scarves, Vest. I'm not sure what they have. I'll have to dig further.. Maybe they do sell those items.. So I'm hoping the product is going to be great.
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My Epic Jo
1 month ago
This is exactly what I have been looking for, well thought-out gear made with the highest quality materials. This will be the first of many orders I make with Bear Essential
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Edward Har
1 month ago
Very happy with my woolly hat. The service and turn around was great. All in all, 10 out 0f 10
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A Ex-Black
1 month ago
Great instructional videos and high quality gear. Thanks. Just purchased merino wool beanie. surprised to see made in china. not mentioned on website. would have been happy to support a canadian company and beanie maker, even at higher cost. A little disappointed, but I realize margins are thin, but at least you dont have trump to look forward too, well maybe a little
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James Sobi
1 month ago
Not only a great YouTube Channel, but an awesome store for practical items! I bought the knot cards for me and my son to use on our upcoming hiking/camping trip
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Levi Olson
1 month ago
We really like the youtube videos on how to tie knots, while working on our "Knots" badge in TRAIL LIFE USA
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Joy Kevani
2 months ago
Great service,DJ answered my emails right away, can wait to get my item
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Cessoutdoo
2 months ago
Really useful kit to practice. I bought an extra for the grandkids to teach them some hands on skills away from the screens so many spend their spare time on
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Dena Finle
2 months ago
The wait was long but well worth it! Can't wait for the saw to arrive
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AC0M - Gle
3 months ago
Bought a hat of each colour!!! :)
The hats fit great and arrived quickly!!! I usually have a hard time finding headwear that fits my coconut, but these were perfect and I will definitely enjoy wearing them often throughout the year. I also love that the design has very woodland-looking neutral tones of a nice double double coffee colour for the mesh part, and a nice olive green or brown for the panels. The logo is high quality raised stitching which looks really nice, and there is no gawdy mishmash of wording, logos and bright colours. This is a hat that will blend in quietly in the bush or on the campsite. Thanks DJ!!!! :
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Steven Jam
3 months ago
The Bear Essentials has amazing quality products and customer care. We are so happy to have found a company we can trust and buy our outdoor gear from. Thank you!!
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Alina Elli
3 months ago
This is the hat I've been looking for. Thin, quality wool,well constructed. I highly recommend it
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GR Elliott
2 days ago
The owner is highly responsive and dependable. The quality of work is impressive, to say the least. The Bear Essentials content on YouTube is useful and easy to follow for novice enthusiasts. My experience with buying gear with DJ was as easy as his guided tutorials. 10/10 would buy again
See more...
Carley Lev
4 days ago
I’ve ordered many (maybe all) of the Bear Essential products as gifts for my outdoorsman husband. They are second to none. The craftsmanship, attention to detail, and value for dollar spent can’t be beat. Canadian made by an expert who knows what he’s doing. You won’t be disappointed
See more...
Sandy
6 days ago
I enjoy doing business with Bear Essentials. They are always responsive and helpful. Just got a new item he added to his products. All products I have purchased have been high quality
See more...
James Cole
1 week ago
All my orders have been high quality gear. Very satisfied. I will order future products
See more...
Jason Hodg
1 week ago
I've been a fan and follower of this channel on YT for some time. All the gear looks to be of high quality. Now I can't wait to get the gear I ordered and put it to good use
See more...
Henry Hakk
2 weeks ago
I'm learning so much from DJ watching his videos. His products are unique and awesome. Highly recommend following him and supporting his work
See more...
Christophe
2 weeks ago
I have ordered several items from The Bear Essentials. The quality on everything is great, both the knot tying kit and the axe mask and sharpener stone! Also a great Youtube channel. I am happy to support
See more...
Patrick Ce
2 weeks ago
I've ordered a few things, all high quality. Customer support is excellent
See more...
Kyle Laugh
2 weeks ago
Love this guy and his craft. All well made and for reasonable price. helped me a lot with bushcraft. Not like ultralight pro tech comunity his methods and equipment is reliable, well made a and you can count on it in every conditio
See more...
Tomáš Halv
3 weeks ago
Easy to order and easy to shop. Love to support Canadian businesses and DJ your knowledge is invaluable and appreciated. Thank you for the great content. Keep up the great work!
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Jason Lano
3 weeks ago