A heathered graphite-gray graphic t-shirt laid flat on a rustic wooden table, featuring a black bear sitting next to a coffee mug with the text 'RESPECT THE LOCALS WE WERE HERE FIRST'. Coffee beans and an iced coffee are styled around the shirt.

Respect the Locals Bear T-Shirt

Graphite Heather / S
$29.99
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A heathered graphite-gray graphic t-shirt laid flat on a rustic wooden table, featuring a black bear sitting next to a coffee mug with the text 'RESPECT THE LOCALS WE WERE HERE FIRST'. Coffee beans and an iced coffee are styled around the shirt.
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Respect the Locals Bear T-Shirt

Respect the Locals Bear T-Shirt

The woods had residents long before the campground had check-in.
$29.99
ColorGraphite Heather
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Original animal designs icon Why You'll Love This Design

The woods had residents long before the campground got a check-in time.

A deadpan black bear sits beside a steaming camp coffee pot beneath bold “Respect the Locals” lettering. “We Were Here First” finishes the message for campers, hikers, and anyone who knows whose forest it really is.

Wild Life Coffee Club designs are made for caffeine addicts, chaotic mornings, and people who become significantly less approachable before their first cup. Apparel built for those embracing their slightly feral side one cup at a time.
T-shirt icon The Shirt Details
fabric & construction
  • 100% ring-spun cotton (153 g/m²) — soft, lightweight, year-round comfort
  • Tubular knit construction — no side seams for a smooth, clean drape
  • Ribbed crew neckline with shoulder tape to retain shape
  • Tear-away pearlized inner label for comfort
  • OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified
print quality
  • DTG and DTF print methods for crisp, vibrant artwork that lasts
care instructions
  • Machine wash cold with similar colors
  • Tumble dry low heat
  • Iron low heat if needed
  • Do not bleach · Do not dry clean
fit
  • Unisex true-to-size fit — when in doubt, size up for a relaxed feel
Laundry care icon Keep It Looking Wild
Listen, your shirt has been through a lot. It survived the design process, the print, the shipping — and now it's yours. Let's keep it that way.
Follow these simple care instructions and your tee will stay as wild as the animal on it:
🔄 Wash and dry inside out — always. No exceptions. Your future self will thank you.
🌊 Cold water only — use a mild detergent and keep it cool. Your shirt isn't a hot tub person.
🌀 Skip the heavy spin cycles — easy does it. We're not wringing out a wet gorilla here.
💨 Air dry when you can — if you must tumble dry, keep it away from heavy fabrics. Your tee is delicate like that.
🔥 Iron inside out on low heat — and never directly over the print. The gorilla doesn't like being ironed in the face.
Take care of your shirt and it'll take care of your morning vibe for a long time. 🦍☕

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