Do I understand correctly you can hike out of GNP on the CDT without a bear canister ....but.... there are areas without bear lockers where a canister is required ....so.... having one makes it easier to get a permit that'll ease your way through the park with a minimum of campsite selection issues?
I'd rather not carry one but for the sake of convenience would if it made it easier to move through the park.
Also...
Is it just stupid *not* to have a bear canister in grizzly country, in which case I'd rather not apply for a Darwin award and would gladly carry it.