Fat Bear Week

Fat Bear Week 2016: The Year of Otis

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A Wilderness Paradise: Katmai National Park and Preserve and Its Giants Feeding the Beast: The Dietary Riches of the Salmon Run The massive brown bear lumbered across the river, a dark silhouette against the Alaskan twilight. His immense frame, a testament to a summer spent gorging on salmon, signaled the imminent arrival of hibernation. He … Read more

Fat Bear Week 2014: A Look Back at Katmai’s Biggest Bears

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Katmai’s Brown Bear Paradise The annual spectacle of Fat Bear Week, a celebration of nature’s ultimate preparation for winter, captivates the internet every autumn. It’s a joyous competition, a testament to the resilience of wildlife, and a heartwarming reminder of the importance of conservation. Focusing on the year we’re examining, Fat Bear Week 2014 offered … Read more

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