Tired of getting his ears wet catching salmon, bear #480 (Otis) opted for a ‘boulder’ strategy… Get it? Already off to a rocky start. Anyways, did you know a bear's waking hours are often dominated by their search for food? Relatable. Outside of their denning season, bears predictably congregate in food rich areas throughout @katmainpp. Gone fishin’! The waters of Katmai are a challenging and rewarding place to fish for both bear and human. If you’re out fishing, remember, a splashing fish sounds like food to a bear. Bears will often move in your direction to investigate a fish on a line. (They’re not asking for fishing tips or what kind of lure you’re using.) Always be prepared to cut or break your line, so that you can free the fish and move out of the water until the bear passes. Never let a bear acquire a fish from you. (They’ll want a receipt; it becomes a huge thing. Unbearable.) Perhaps you just want to watch the bears do the fishing? Four wildlife viewing platforms along ...