TWRA Brings Four Rescued Cubs to Appalachian Bear Rescue
August 7, 2026 — Hemlock Bear will soon have not one, but four cubs to grow strong alongside. In a single rescue via TWRA’s Dan Gibbs, ABR’s rehabilitation residency has…
Information about bears brought to ABR for care and rehabilitation, including release information
Appalachian Bear Rescue Welcomes First Rescued Bear Cub in 18 Months
TOWNSEND, Tenn. (July 29, 2026) — Appalachian Bear Rescue (ABR) has admitted its first rescued black bear cub in a year and a half, marking a significant milestone in the…
A Video Treat for You!
This video was taken when the South Carolina triplets, Jerry, Benny, and Carrie, were released back into South Carolina after several months at ABR. The video is from a series…
Two Release Videos!
As you know, the three “Big” yearlings were released back into the wild a few days ago. Today we will share the videos of their releases, with a look back…
Bear #370 Arrives!
Bear #370 was rescued and brought to ABR by Ranger Greg, who had been trying to capture him for several days. As we can see, Sparky has the rumpled and…
ABR Bear #369!
Yet another malnourished yearling bear has been rescued by TWRA and brought to ABR for care! Last weekend (March 4-5) residents in a community in Townsend, where ABR is located,…
ABR Bear #368!
An emaciated yearling cub, weighing only 8 pounds, arrived at ABR late yesterday (February 25). He had been spotted at a convenience center in Newport, TN. He weighs less than…
Another Rescued Yearling – #367!
On Saturday, February 10, 2023, a very underweight yearling bear was rescued in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, near the popular Laurel Falls Trail. The yearling is a male,…
The Cubs of Wild Enclosure #1
On January 13, 2023 the four chonky cubs in Wild Enclosure #1 were given their second chance at a wild life when they were released back into the wild. We…
“T” Cubs and Myrtle Bear Released!
The cubs in Wild Enclosure #3 included Taco Bear, the triplet “T” cubs (Thyme, Truffle, and Thistle) and the latest addition, Myrtle Bear. This video tells their stories. We are…