Cub of #399 running and playing May 2018.
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Grizzly Bear #399, the most prolific and oldest mama bear in the history of Grand Teton National Park. She is still producing cubs, often twins and triplets, at the age of 23.
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Just like any kid, this cub of #399 loves to run and play.
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#399 with her twin cubs in May of 2018.
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#399 watching her cubs playing in the brush.
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So beautiful but her life will be in danger this fall. Wyoming has reversed their ban of trophy hunting of grizzly bears outside of the park, stating that the bears are no longer endangered. This places #399 at high risk as her territory often extends near the park boundary and sometimes outside the border. Wildlife has no idea where the boundaries are, and many hunters want to be the one to claim her as their prize.
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Blondie, grizzly bear #793 seen here with her 2 cubs in May 2018.
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Blondie and cubs May 2018
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Blondie and cubs May 2108
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Blondie and cubs May 2018
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