The Kodiak Brown Bears I photographed two weeks ago have stolen my heart. Wouldn’t that face steal yours? Our experience with these enormous bears was such a positive one that I can’t help but smile when I think about our daily encounters with them. I have said in previous posts that I never felt concern, fear, or anxiety because our guides, including Moose, were so expert in understanding and recognizing their behavior that we were never in a position of danger. I stumbled a few times, literally and figuratively as I was concerned about my footing walking on wobbly rocks with tripod, camera, and long lens slung over my shoulder so far too often, I looked at my feet instead of keeping my eyes constantly on the bears as we were instructed to do. Toward the end of the week I felt more confidence walking on the rocks and I was able to keep my eyes on the bears and not on my feet. It was such a joy to look up and see that face staring back at me.
Carol, Great photo. It makes me want to grab the bear and cuddle it. But that would probably not be a good idea.