Bear #2
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For most people, Kodiak's identity is inexorably linked with its most famous resident, the Kodiak brown bear. The Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1941 to protect this unique population. Approximately 3,000 bears live in the archipelago, with many additional coastal brown bears inhabiting the Katmai Coast. The proximity of these populations make Kodiak an ideal bear viewing locale. Bears are rarely seen on the road system, but there are many guided opportunities to see bears in the Kodiak Island Archipelago. Most local air taxis offer half-day viewing excursions. Multi-day bear viewing trips can be booked with remote lodges. Special use cabins can be reserved through the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge office and through the Kodiak State Parks office.

Detailed Bear information

• Bear Viewing
• Physical Description
• Life Cycle
• Hibernation
• Preferred Foods
• Reproduction
• Body Language
• Research and Management

Bear #3
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The Bear Essentials for Traveling in Bear Country from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.

Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge

Find businesses that offer bear viewing here

Brown Bear information from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.

Bear #5
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