Theft as a factor probably diminishes as you get deeper into the woods. Once you are beyond the reach of wheeled vehicles and crowds, it isn't a significant problem.
That's been my observation too. At trailheads and campgrounds, I worry some, but in the backcountry, not at all.
Of the reasons people get separated from their gear in the backcountry, human action ranks very far down on the list.
HJ
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