KATMAI NATIONAL PARK, Alaska – Katmai National Park is popular for its grizzly bear sightings, with people often traveling to the remote area just with the hopes of watching these massive animals. But not every sighting is going to a pleasant one, and you might see some stuff you really wish you didn’t. Like this video, taken by wildlife expedition guide Brad Josephs, which shows a mother grizzly fighting off a male which, in the process, sends the cubs tumbling down the mountainside.
“I am a professional wildlife expedition guide working in Alaska, Borneo, China, Canada, and living in the ozarks of arkansas. My mission is to encourage appreciation and conservation of wilderness, and large carnivores, which are, always have been, and always will be, under threat from humans. The bears and wolves and cougars are the spirit, soul and character of the wilderness. Without them, the mountains are sad and empty.“
Bear Safety in Katmai National Park:
“Oft repeated and rewritten the phrase, “One of your best defenses against bears is your brain,” is very true. The more you know about bears, the safer you can be. Preparing mentally for bear encounters is one of the most important steps you can take to keep yourself safe.
Brown bears add an intimidating and exciting element to the Katmai landscape. More bears (approximately 2,200) inhabit Katmai than probably any other national park in world. Expect to encounter bears during your visit.
Become familiar with the suggestions, guidelines, and regulations in the links below, but remember that safe traveling in bear country begins before you arrive. Learning about bears before your visit can help you have a safer and more enjoyable experience. Your help and cooperation is necessary to protect the Katmai experience, Katmai’s bears, and everyone’s safety at this amazing place.“
