Is Bear Tracks ice melter any good?
Yes. It is our top-selling ice melter at Pipestone Farm Supply, and its label lists fast acting and long lasting. It also has a blue marker colour and a corrosion inhibitor, in a 16 kg pail.
What is Bear Tracks ice melter?
The short answer
Bear Tracks is an ice melter made by Nutrien in Didsbury, Alberta, for ice and packed snow on walks, steps and driveways. Its label lists fast acting, long lasting, a blue marker colour, a corrosion inhibitor, pet friendly, and safe on concrete and vegetation when used as directed. The 16 kg pail is our top-selling ice melter at Pipestone Farm Supply.
This is a pickup item at our Millet, Alberta location.
Is Bear Tracks ice melter pet friendly?
Yes, the Bear Tracks label calls it pet friendly. Spread it at the rate printed on the pail, and keep the pail closed and away from pets.
Is Bear Tracks ice melter safe for concrete?
Yes, used as directed. The Bear Tracks label says it is safe on concrete and lists a corrosion inhibitor, and it is made for walks, steps and driveways.
Will Bear Tracks ice melter hurt my lawn?
The Bear Tracks label says it is safe on vegetation when used as directed. The blue marker colour shows where you have spread it, so it is easy to stay at the rate on the pail.
Why is Bear Tracks ice melter blue?
The blue is a marker colour. It shows you where you have already spread, so you get even coverage on walks, steps and driveways.
Who makes Bear Tracks ice melter?
Nutrien makes it at Nutrien Solutions in Didsbury, Alberta. Pipestone Farm Supply in Millet carries the 16 kg pail.
How big is a pail of Bear Tracks ice melter?
16 kg, or 35 lb. Pipestone Farm Supply carries it for walks, steps and driveways.
Does Bear Tracks ice melter have a corrosion inhibitor?
Yes, the Bear Tracks label lists a corrosion inhibitor, along with fast acting, long lasting and a blue marker colour.
How do I use Bear Tracks ice melter?
Spread it over ice or packed snow at the rate printed on the pail. The blue marker colour shows your coverage. Store the pail closed in a cool, dry place.
Can I use Bear Tracks ice melter at my business?
Yes. Nutrien describes it as useful for both residential and commercial areas, to keep sidewalks and driveways clear for people walking. The 16 kg pail suits entrances and walkways.
can i use bear tracks on my driveway and steps
Yes, that is what it is for: ice and packed snow on driveways, steps, sidewalks and entrances. Spread it at the rate on the pail.
Where can I buy Bear Tracks ice melt near Edmonton?
Pipestone Farm Supply at 4918 50 Street in Millet, between Leduc and Wetaskiwin, south of Edmonton, carries the 16 kg pail.
What is the Bear Tracks ice melt fundraiser?
It is a Nutrien Ag Solutions program that lets non-profit groups raise money selling Bear Tracks Ice Melter. It started in 2014 at Nutrien Ag Solutions in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, and 57 groups took part in 2022. Pipestone Farm Supply also carries the 16 kg pail.
Sources: Nutrien, Bear Tracks: Melting ice and warming hearts since 2014
Is Bear Tracks the ice melt that schools and teams sell for fundraisers?
Yes. Nutrien Ag Solutions offers Bear Tracks to non-profit groups as a fundraiser, and schools, dance clubs, and hockey and ringette teams have all raised money with it. Pipestone Farm Supply also carries the 16 kg pail.
Sources: Nutrien Ag Solutions, Supporting our communities fundraising opportunities
How much money can a group raise selling Bear Tracks ice melt?
It can add up. Nutrien reports that one Alberta club, the Fort Saskatchewan Ukrainian Dance group, made just over $11,000 in a single season, which went to costumes and practice space.
Sources: Nutrien Ag Solutions, Supporting our communities fundraising opportunities
Can my school or team fundraise with Bear Tracks ice melt?
Nutrien Ag Solutions offers the fundraiser to not-for-profit teams, clubs, schools and other organizations, from October to April. Your nearest Nutrien Ag Solutions location is the place to ask.
Sources: Nutrien Ag Solutions, Supporting our communities fundraising opportunities
why do schools sell bear tracks ice melt
Because it is a fundraiser people are glad to buy. Nutrien Ag Solutions offers it to non-profit groups, and a pail of ice melter is something most households use all winter anyway. Pipestone Farm Supply also carries the 16 kg pail.
Sources: Nutrien Ag Solutions, Supporting our communities fundraising opportunities
Close by? Pipestone Farm Supply is in Millet, Alberta, less than 15 minutes from Leduc and Wetaskiwin and less than 30 minutes from south Edmonton. See drive times from your area.
Updated November 5, 2026 by Pipestone Farm Supply, Millet, Alberta.
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