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Bears. Salmon. Volcanoes. Wilderness. Culture. These are the terranes of Katmai. Each is distinct, but in combination these features create a place like no other. Read about the uniqueness of Katmai in this blog.

Bear Profile: 435 "Holly"

September 03, 2016 Posted by: David Kopshever

Mother bears are always on the clock. Learn how this summer has been for 435 "Holly," who emancipated her cubs this past spring.

survival, challenge, bears, Motherhood

 

402 Returns with Four Cubs

July 09, 2015 Posted by: Michael Fitz

402, a well known adult female, returned to Brooks River yesterday with a litter of not one, not two, not three, but FOUR spring cubs. 402, therefore, faces a huge challenge. Will she be able to meet it?

bear, Brown Bear, cubs, spring cubs, challenge, bearcam

 

The Challenges of Managing Bears and People at Brooks Camp

July 02, 2014 Posted by: Michael Fitz

July 1, 2014 was a stressful day for rangers and one yearling cub at Brooks Camp. Around 10 AM bear #402 became separated from her cub near the mouth of the Brooks River. The yearling walked and ran to Brooks Lodge and climbed a tree just outside of the lodge. The cub was not reunited with its mother until 8:15 PM. This situation highlights the challenges of managing people and bears at Brooks Camp.

Brooks River, Brooks Camp, Brown Bear, yearling, cub, bear management, challenge