Newt talks with former National Park Service Ranger, Michael Fitz, about his experiences and insights on “Fat Bear Week” at Katmai National Park and his book, "The Bears of Brooks Falls: Wildlife and Survival on Alaska's Brooks River." Fitz highlights the unique behaviors and personalities of brown bears, the significance of salmon runs, and the role of webcams in connecting people to wildlife.
Episode 763: All About “Fat Bear Week”
Newt talks with former National Park Service Ranger, Michael Fitz, about his experiences and insights on “Fat Bear Week” at Katmai National Park and his book, "The Bears of Brooks Falls: Wildlife and Survival on Alaska's Brooks River." Fitz highlights the unique behaviors and personalities of brown bears, the significance of salmon runs, and the role of webcams in connecting people to wildlife.