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	The people of Kodiak, Alaska are extremely fortunate to share the island with a large population of Kodiak Brown Bears (Ursus Arctos Middendorffi). An understanding of the issues surrounding the complex relationship between bears and man is critical to ensure that continuing co-habitation is healthy and sustaining for all. In addition to local links on this page, there are links to numerous resources for obtaining more information about this great creature.
		Kodiak Bear walking in river (contributed by Harry and Brigid Dodge). MPEG format 1.3MB :: takes a minute to load in a new browser window.

Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge		Bear Links and Information
Alaska Natural History site		North American Bear Center
US Fish and Wildlife site		Ursus International
public use cabins		Bear Trust International
about the NWR system		Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game
Bear Camps		Books
Kodiak Treks		Into Brown Bear Country
Munsey's Bear Camp		Kodiak Island and Its Bears
Photos		Advocacy
alaska wildlife photos		Kodiak Brown Bear Trust

Kodiak Bear Images

				What you must know about bears Bears and humans do not naturally co-exist. Although at times bears may seem as if they are ignoring the presence of humans, they are in fact very aware. Bear encounters can pose a danger to both humans and bears. Please consult with professionals and take the proper precautions before venturing into bear country.

Contributed by Harry and Brigid Dodge.


Contributed by Mike Trussel.			Photos by Alex Calzadilla. Used with permission.

Cubs running

Cubs playing

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Contributed by Harry and Brigid Dodge.

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