Welcome Changes
There have been some changes in the behavior and especially the likes and dislikes of the cubs. For example, Duke and Daisy Mae had both rejected the bear milk replacement…
Spring Day
It is a lovely, warm spring day at ABR. Of course in The Cub Nursery it’s always climate controlled, so it doesn’t matter what the weather is outside! Daisy Mae…
Cubs and Yearlings at ABR
Today we will begin with the cubs – first off, the newest arrival, Jellybean Bear. Dr. Cushing, UTCVM vet, examined Jellybean. He is a healthy cub. Jellybean has a full…
ABR Cub #396!
It is definitely cub season! This little cub was orphaned in Hawkins Co, TN. It was crying on a porch, and the people called TWRA, who told them to leave…
Cubs and Yearlings
ABR is now the temporary home to two COYs (Cubs Of the Year) and two yearlings. The latter two won’t be with us for much longer; when natural food is…
Two KY Cubs Arrive!
Late last night, ABR had a call from KY Biologist Tristan Curry about two orphaned cubs of the year (COYs). Nothing is known about how they were orphaned or about…
Planting for the Future
This is a very short video that shows Curator Tom and one of our Board members working hard to till the ground in Wild Enclosures 1 and 2, preparing to…
A Peaceful Day
It is another sunny day at ABR, and the two yearlings are enjoying it. Looks like spring is here! This is a plum tree in Wild Enclosure #1. It’s safe…
A Nice Day
The rain is over for now, and the two yearlings were out enjoying the nice, if rather cool, day. They took a break from their recent interest in Summitt’s Branch…
Another Rainy Day
It’s a rainy day again, and the two yearlings, Twinkle and Tinsel were up in the trees, as is the usual choice of bears on days like this. Good thing…