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11 years ago in the spring of 2008 I had my first encounter with grizzly 399. At that time she was just coming out of hibernation...
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The Matriarch

Grizzly Bear (Ursus arctos) - Grand Teton National Park - Wyoming

11 years ago in the spring of 2008 I had my first encounter with grizzly 399. At that time she was just coming out of hibernation with her three cubs in tow. She was already a well known bear back then, but is now a bonafide wildlife celebrity. 399 has made a habit of raising her young in proximity of the roadways of Grand Teton National Park, most likely to avoid backcountry clashes with male bears. These unique habits have given an untold number of people incredible wildlife viewing experiences. At 23 years old, she's birthed numerous sets of offspring and raised them in view of throngs of photographers and wildlife viewers. 

It was a really special moment for me when I unexpectedly came across 399 once more this fall. She was making her way along the meadow at sunset. I shot some close up photos with my telephoto lens, but as she made her way in front of some brilliant yellow cottonwood trees with the freshly snowcapped Tetons towering above, I decided to switch lenses and capture her in her environment. 

She was looking fat and healthy and is now most likely in her den for the winter and I, like so many others hope to see her again this spring. 

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