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Reflections on a pond, Chugach National Forest, near Seward, Alaska.
This was sunrise yesterday morning. I have never seen this pretty little pond before even though it is only about 1/4 of a mile off the Lost Lake Trail – a trail I run on a couple of times a week in the Summer. This is one of my favorite places for trail running and now photography!
Second summer brown bear cubs, Lake Clark National Park, Alaska.
A pair of second year cubs playing on driftwood. Few animals are as cute as first year cubs – sometimes called spring cubs, or cubs of the summer. But, I often prefer second summer cubs – cubs that are basically a year and a half old as they are born in the den during the Winter. Second summer cubs are almost as cute as first year, but are far more playful and entertaining to watch, as they are now brave enough to wander short distances from their mom. But, when another bear appears nearby as one did here – they are quick to run back to mom!
Spring brown bear cub on its mom’s back, Lake Clark National Park, Alaska.
Wow what a great trip! Really fun group of people, perfect weather, and get this – 5 sows each with their own set of first year cubs, and two more sows with a second year cub or cubs! Wow! A boat trip to view puffin, and an exploration trip up the Johnson River capped off a wonderful week!
Four of the sows with cubs were there when we arrived, and consistently gave us great photo opportunities including my long time favorite bear, Pavlov (more on her later). One day in the middle of our trip, 3 more sows with cubs were spotted on the same day! These new families were a bit more skittish and couldn’t always be located, including this mom with cubs. This sow was noticeably uneasy hanging out in an area with so many other bears, and when she got nervous, one of the cubs would almost always jump on her back making for very entertaining viewing and photography.
Thanks to the mild Winter and warm Spring, I thought it could be a good year – I’m glad that prediction came true. If you want in on this amazing year, because of a recent cancellation, I still have two spots for my August trip: Alaska Bear Photo Tours. I know it is last minute, but I would really prefer to bring two more passionate bear viewing photographers, and be able to refund deposits then the opposite, so if you have any questions, please let me know!
Brown Bear cubs from last June’s trip, Lake Clark National Park, Alaska.
I’m excited to be heading off on a bear tour early tomorrow morning. I’m always excited for my bear tours, but this trip I’m extra excited for a couple of reasons. First – I know it can change, but I’m hearing reports that 4 of the first year cubs from last June are back – hopefully these two are among them. And, I’m hearing reports of a new set of Spring cubs! First year (Spring) cubs are so cute because they are so small, but second Summer cubs are better photo subjects since they are still really cute, and far more active and playful. Sounds like this year we might have the best of both worlds! Speaking of this, due to a recent cancellation, I still have two spots for my August Alaska Bear and Puffin photo tour.
I’m also excited as I have traveled with everyone on this trip in prior years, so for me, it is going to be like getting together with old friends!
The day after I return begins a private Alaska photo tour. Then begins the July 4th weekend, so there may not be any activity here for awhile. See you on the backside hopefully with lots of great bear stories!
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