The brown bears of Katmai National Park in Alaska are feasting on salmon and packing on the pounds. That means it's almost time to vote for Fat Bear Week in October.

An annual celebration in an Alaska national park is kicking off, showcasing some of the biggest, brownest, and furriest bears as they bulk up in preparation for their long winter hibernation

Organizers at Katmai National Park, Alaska have revealed the four cubs competing in this year's Fat Bear Jr. contest. This year's competition includes some familiar faces: both the 2022 and 2023 junior champions are back.