I have the large bear vault and managed to get 4 days and 3 nights worth of food for two people in it along with medicine and toiletries. I have to get another one now if I want to take my dog into areas that require them. Where not required, I usually hang my food and have had no problems. We used basically the same method of repackaging and planning as WD. Although not quite as organized <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />. But she has explained it excellantly.