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Fat Bear Week 2026: Vote for the Fattest Bear in Alaska
Fat Bear Week is back, inviting the public to vote for the bear that has gained the most weight before hibernation. The event features a tournament-style bracket with various bear families competing for the title, running from September 22 to September 29.
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