Just FYI: There has been some bear activity at Standing Indian Shelter. When I was there a couple of weeks ago a log entry noted a bear had made off with a backpack. Though we had no issue at all the night I was there, it sounds like the bear has been coming back. This was posted in Guthook a few days ago:
"Carolinahikes:
Was going to stop here till I checked the shelter log. BEAR activity for the last four nights. Bear was successful at getting several food bags and destroyed some gear. Nice shelter and surrounding area. Stay at your own risk. (5/21/18)"
I sent the ATC an email this morning and they responded that they were aware as was the USFS.