Jun 29, 2024 · 32 "Chunk" is a large adult male with narrowly-set eyes, a prominent brow ridge, and a distinctive scar across his muzzle. Even at his leanest, 32 carries substantial fat reserves, especially on his hind quarters. In early summer he tends to shed much of the fur around his shoulders and neck.

Aug 15, 2017 · Throughout July and into August, the bearcam community buzzed with excitement over a new shift in the bear hierarchy: #32 Chunk rose to become the most dominant bear seen on Brooks River. Not all fishing locations along the Brooks River are created equally.

Jul 5, 2020 · Bear 32 "Chunk" is a large adult male with narrowly-set eyes and a prominent brow ridge. Even at his leanest, Chunk carries substantial fat reserves, especially on his hind quarters. In early summer he tends to shed much of the fur around his shoulders and neck.

Jul 11, 2022 · 32 Chunk is consistently one of the largest and most dominant bears at the falls. In previous years, he weighed an estimated 1,200 lbs in fall. He frequently occupies the best fishing spots on the river and has access to the best mating opportunities.

Sep 23, 2022 · Is there a dark horse (er, brown bear) in the race that can upend the trophy winners like 128 “Grazer,” 32 “Chunk,” or 151 “Walker” all trying to claim a maiden victory? Would it be a Hail Mary to back one of the youth in the “junior” category?

Is this the year 32 “Chunk,” 151 “Walker” or 128 “Grazer” can claim a maiden victory? Could some other blubbery bear grab the attention with their weight and steal the votes from past favorites?

Sep 3, 2016 · In mid June, 747 was seen courting “Holly,” and the two were later observed mating near the falls. Reports were also made of 435 being courted by 32 “Chunk.”

Oct 21, 2020 · Most importantly for all those voting for Bear 747 this year, Joel’s results show they did indeed vote for the largest bear of Brooks River. He came in with a volume of 22.6 cubic feet compared to 19.78 cubic feet for runner up Bear 32 (“Chunk”) and 17.7 cubic feet for Bear 151 (“Walker”), Bear 747 semi-finals competitor.

Date: September 23, 2022 Contact: Amber Kraft KING SALMON, Alaska –– Competitors stretched muscles they hadn’t used in months and committed to a pre-season training regimen.Each one of them is in it to win it, ready to go the distance, refusing to throw in the towel no matter what this season brings them.

Aug 31, 2017 · July in Review: #32 Chunk as Most Dominant Bear. August 15, 2017 Posted by: David Kopshever. The bear hierarchy at Brooks Falls is dynamic. As dominant bears age or weaken from injury or malnutrition, bigger, younger, more dominant bears take their place in positions of dominance. Ascent for these bears means a better chance at survival and a ...