What To Do if You See a Black Bear, 8 Important Safety Tips
There is a lot of wildlife to see in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina – and it can be exciting for visitors to see animals in their
When Do Black Bears Hibernate in Tennessee? Some Never Do, Here’s Why
Are Tennessee bears just weird? Don’t they know they are supposed to be sleeping? It’s commonly thought that all black bears (both male and female) spend the entire winter sleep
How Long Do Black Bears Live? The Answer Might Surprise You
A couple of years ago – in the early spring when the black bear yearlings are moving to establish their own territories – we had a bear in our neighborhood.
How Rare Is an Albino Bear? Is There a White Black Bear?
The animal in the picture above is a black bear. No, you’re not looking at the next gold and white dress debate. (Or was black and blue?) Even though this
Bears in Gatlinburg: 7 Best Places and Tips To See a Bear
What’s the number 1 question from visitors to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park? Is that bathroom locked? No, but I like that you’re thinking. No. The most popular question
What Do Black Bears Eat? Do They Have a Favorite Food?
Let’s get this out of the way right here at the top: Full disclosure? I have eaten bear. It was a family gathering in Northern Indiana at Christmas. And among
How Fast Can a Black Bear Run? The Answer Might Surprise You
The year was 1980 and the Olympics dominated the news. The United States bested the heavily favored Russians in hockey and held on to claim the gold medal. It was
Newlywed Couple Gets Huge Surprise From a Black Bear in Gatlinburg
Millions of people visit the Great Smoky Mountains each year hoping to catch a glimpse of a black bear in the wild. But these two honeymooners from the Atlanta area