When researching the first days for my Thru Hike, I have a question about the bear canister requirement. AWOL’s guide warns that Bear Canisters are required from Justis Creek to Neels Gap which definitely includes Blood Mtn Shelter, starting March 1. This meant that either a hiker holds up at Lance Creek or goes all the way to Neels Gap. However, Guthooks notes show that Woods Hole Shelter (although a somewhat long .4 off the trail) has both Bear Boxes and Bear Cables. Thus, my question, Is Woods Hole not part of the Canister Rule, or are the box and cables for times outside of the March 1st - June 1st requirement?