Bears, Bears and More Bears. All the posts from my four days, living on the National Habitat Ursus, and photographing the awesome Coastal Brown Bears
Bears and the Terminator – Photographing Brown Bears in Alaska
21st Sept, 2026 How do you know when you need to make some significant life changes? When you find yourself having a conversation about photography with an AI Chat-bot at 11PM on a Saturday night. Very sad. But it was an interesting conversation. Really. I’m just about done curating my treasure trove of bear photos,…
Grizzly/Brown Bear Trip – Random Thoughts On My Alaska Trip
The trip involved both Coastal Brown and Grizzly Bears, revealing their dietary and behavioral differences. Traveling solo was rewarding, as connections formed within a small group. While some disappointments occurred, including missed wildlife sightings and photographic errors, the overall experience was enriching, deeply personal, and enhanced by beautiful natural moments.
Day Four in Katmai National Park- A Bonus Outing and Back to Civilization
The author reflects on their final day at a bear-viewing site, stating the challenges of leaving a memorable experience. They describe an outing where they photograph bears and an eagle, despite losing some photos to a corrupted SD card. After a smooth flight back, they enjoy a brief hike before heading to Anchorage.
Close Encounters of the Brown Bear Kind – Day Three in Katmai National Park
On August 31, 2026, a crew experienced encounters with bears while navigating to Kinak Bay. Despite rough conditions, the bay offered a stunning view and opportunities for bear watching. The author enjoyed close encounters with multiple bears, capturing lasting memories of the scenery and wildlife, before anticipating their return to civilization.
Rising Tides and Raging Torrents – Day Two With The Bears in Katmai National Park
August 30th, 2026 Our second day in the Katmai was a real adventure. Imagine wading through strong currents in deep rivers, with roaring grizzly bears on either side, and standing around in clouds of biting insects while the huge bears fight to the death in front of you, with the trip lead standing there with…
Life On The Ursus – Cruising For Bears in Katamai National Park
The Ursus, a repurposed crab boat for bear tourism, offers cozy yet cramped living quarters for guests, featuring shared bathrooms and limited space. While lacking amenities common on cruise ships, it fosters a communal experience among travelers. The author reflects on the adventure and camaraderie during their stay, cherishing the memories made.
Katmai National Park – First Day with the Brown Bears
August 29th Second time was a charm. We got out at Oh-Dark-30 to the seaplane airport this morning, waited for an hour, and then flew off with the same pilot from yesterday. Who happened to be the most experience – we were told that if he said we needed to turn back yesterday, we REALLY…