After her three weeks in the ABR Recovery Center, where she was not able to stand or climb, Heather Bear had a good night outdoors. The curators monitored her closely via the trail cams in her Wild Enclosure.

Heather climbed trees and enjoyed the freedom to do so. She stayed in a tree until dusk.

At dusk, to no one’s surprise, she came down to forage.

It was reassuring to see her take a drink from her Cubby Pool. It showed that she knew where to find water and quench her thirst.

She was still somewhat anxious, however. This is a strange, new place for her. It will take some getting used to.

It was good to see her forage and find peanuts to eat.

The curators watched closely to see how well she can climb.

She settled into a comfy spot on her platform, by a tree, and close to the water.

The night vision camera shows her in a good light . She is on alert, not yet totally relaxed. We know that she is aware of the presence of the twelve cubs through her sensitive nose.

Heather climbed back up the tree to sleep.

Later, she climbed back down to forage and drink.

She settled back on the platform. We believe she will be more relaxed when she becomes accustomed to her new surroundings and gets used to living outside once again.

We are happy to see that she is settling in to the Wild Enclosure, and we’re looking forward to her continued healing.

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