Recently we wrote about this event that takes place in Pigeon Forge, TN each January.  ABR had a display table at the event staffed by education volunteers. ABR volunteers also presented several programs, including PowerPoint programs for all ages and  hands-on activities for children.  One volunteer, Joey Holt, also led hikes during the week.

A Sevierville TN artist, Katherine Tucker, allowed us to display two of her paintings of bears at our table during the event.  The paintings attracted many people to our exhibit.  The photo below shows the paintings by this talented artist.

Katherine Tucker's paintings on display

Katherine decided to hold a drawing for a limited edition print of one of these paintings, “The Gatekeeper.”  After the drawing, she generously donated the proceeds to ABR for the care of the cubs that will spend the winter at our facility.

Katherine Tucker with "The Gatekeeper."

A young visitor at the event drew the winning ticket.  It belonged to Warren DeVine of Oak Ridge, TN .  Ms Tucker will deliver the print in person.  We thank Katherine for her generosity to the bear cubs.