Friday, February 27, 2026

Katmai National Park and Preserve

Bighorn Sheep Hauled by Helicopter to Protect Populations

The Jackson herd has been living in the Grand Teton National Park area since the last ice age.

VIDEO: Man Rescued After Becoming Trapped in Quicksand in Zion National Park

Austin Dirks was hiking through Courthouse Wash when his leg broke through the sand, up to his ankle. The other foot got stuck up to the knee. 

900 Acres of Land Near Park Returned in Historic Land Deal

A Native American tribe that was displaced 175 years ago when Yosemite National Park was created is getting 900 acres of their land returned to them. 

Extremely Rare Lake Forms in One of the Driest Spots on Earth

Record November rainfall in Death Valley has allowed Lake Manly to reappear.

Betty Kellenberger, 80, is Oldest Woman to Complete Grueling Trail

Can we be like Betty Kellenberger when we grow up?

Chunk the Hunk Wins Fat Bear Week Contest for 2025

The powerful male brown bear earned the title despite having a broken jaw.

Here’s How to Visit the Famous ‘Fat Bears’ of Katmai National Park

Fascinated by Fat Bear Week and wondering what it’s like to view them in person at Katmai National Park & Preserve?

This Floating Fluffy Death Ball is a Whole Vibe

Look at that buoyant bulk of brown bear, floating and paddling along in the waters of Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska.

Fat Bear Week is Finally Here!

Cast your vote for the bear you think plumped up the most on salmon this summer. 

Loads of Salmon Could Mean the Fattest “Fat Bear Week” Yet

Bears are packing on the pounds as salmon surge in Alaska's Katmai National Park and Preserve.