480 Otis arrives marching through the river Explore.org 7/26/23

[@joycekirkpatrick4503]

Hurray if Otis only knew how much we love him . Thank you

[@MoniYah75]

The King 👑🐻 has officially arrived!🥰❤️

[@roximama]

Otis simply makes my heart happy. It's so good to see him back for another season. 🥰

[@buckkw5108]

Been watching Otis for 8 years, I think..night be him .might not be..Everybody blabbers on about how they know this Bear and oh , " that's backpack" and that's' Holly and that's Grazier and oh my Gosh look at 747..🤮

[@roximama]

@@buckkw5108 There is no denying this is Otis. He has the ears, the coat, the markings, the scars and the soft Otis eyes. Also, he greeted the right bears and spent time in his office today. It's definitely Otis. Would you be lost looking at 40 Yellow Labradors too? lol I mean they all look the same but there are recognizable differences for sure and it's not just in looks, it's by behaviors and how they move too. I'm also curious why you watch if you hate everyone gushing over them? We're all nature enthusiasts just enjoying the bears and sharing the joy. Lighten up and let some joy in. You'll feel better for it and we'll welcome you to the nerdy but happy club. 🙂

[@CNP-rn3gd]

He already won my vote for fat bear champ!

[@buckkw5108]

@@roximama Ouch..I think you're much prettier than Otis but I would never recognize him just walking up the river...and I been watching him since 2016 , I think.. I remember a lady named Miss Donna..She knew every Bear on sight and I swear I can't tell one from another..I'm never rude or mean ..bit jealous maybe..be well Miss Roxi..😘

[@roximama]

@@buckkw5108 This is only my second year watching but I can ID a few bears already including Otis. He has a very specific gait and when you combine that with his floppy right ear, it's one of the easier ones. I did spend 18 years as a vet tech and I started back in the days before they put a temp collar with their names on them. We had to really study the differences on busy days so we not only did the proper procedure on the right animal but returned the right animal to the proper owner. Thanks for the compliment and I wasn't trying to hurt your feelings, I'm just blunt when I make a point.

[@plankyspindlepipes2019]

He certainly knows how to make a grand entrance.

[@jilli9723]

Watching this almost a year later, it really makes me smile. If that was his last grand entrance, I'll always remember it. ❤

[@kenm4882]

The World erupts with joyous relief! All is good in the World again.

[@pacunurse1]

Thanks for posting things. I want to see as many videos as possible of our Beloved Otis. Please keep them coming. ♥️

[@christinadavison2783]

Thanks for posting the video of Mr. Otis' arrival. He's so skinny! Hope he fattens up quickly. I love his face.

[@10bears2]

I wish he knew how much we love him but I don’t think he does. When I was there in 2019 he was right in front of me in the riffles. Someone was in the office & he was patiently waiting for that bear to leave. The people behind me were screaming his name (you’re supposed to be quiet). Otis didn’t acknowledge the noise for at least ten minutes. Finally, he turned & looked at them & gave them a strange look. No, he doesn’t know his name or how much we love him. Someday he will but let’s not rush it! Love you, sweet Otis!

[@LaurenLady]

That is a bear on a mission to get to the falls, moving pretty good speed for old guy 😊

[@srvntlilly]

Yeah, he was really moving today, huh...for Otis. 😂

[@chrisc2007]

@Buddy's Mom Thank you for posting and making my day, week, month...year! For some reason you can't see my chat on BF...but I know to say hi here! 🐻💗

[@kristenbatlle3119]

Long live the KING!❤

[@taffyb4007]

Otis is truly bear royalty! ❤him!

[@reesewild3030]

He's looking good this year. I hope he gets huge.

[@gigimoore3738]

Thanks for posting! What a beautiful sight to behold! Welcome back, dear Otis!!! You bring us such joy!!!

[@augustaj3952]

Otis, looking good. Skinny. Still, moving with a nice speed🐻Thank you for sharing☆

[@catarinasor]

Thanks @Buddy’s Mom!!! So glad to see Otis back!!!

[@brew.5517]

This is the bestest news!!!!!! Welcome back King Otis 👑 🐻

[@rowsdoweraud6444]

i can not tell you how happy this made me ! i have joy joy joy joy down in my heart ❤ 😀

[@marybethchan1043]

Now Bear Season truly begins. Thank goodness the amazing guy has arrived!🥰

[@Bubba-Ho]

My daughter called me at work to tell me Otis is back...Otis is back....

[@michelpeereboom4650]

That's so nice, Otis is warming many hearts.

[@daisybee1439]

Welcome back sweet Otis!! Everyone missed you. 😀😀😀

[@robinporcelain3834]

He looks good! Welcome back Otis!

[@taffyb4007]

To those who do not understand or get tired if hearing about Otis ...too bad! He has helped put Katmai on the map and bring needed awareness to these bears!

[@becnelson3645]

So glad to have our Elder Statesman back! Very Happy Making

[@amyc9155]

Thank you for making a video of his journey back that the cameras caught. What a guy.

[@sonya2852]

What an entrance!!

[@LaurenLady]

🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤ Love 480 Otis

[@carla4543]

Awesome video, Thank You! Welcome home Otis!

[@Otisbear480]

Thank you Buddy's Mom for keeping on top of Otis

[@Mint_Chipmunk]

Great video!! Thank you! Welcome back Otis!! 🎉❤

[@NancyH-g2u]

Thank you for posting Otis’ journey back to where he belongs!

[@suel4269]

Grand entrance from the KING!

[@TheFishingMommy]

Absolutely love this old bear!!!!❤❤❤

[@swimbait1]

He was on a mission headed straight upstream to the old fishing spots. We love you Otis.

[@srvntlilly]

Sweet, sweet Otis. The whole world loves you, old man.❤

[@debjohnson6332]

Woo-hoo Otis! Thank you for posting!

[@deew7014]

Welcome home sweet King ❤ 😢

[@JohnRandallPA]

Such a happy day when Otis comes back. Thank you for this video you made my day!

[@AMW405]

Welcome back Otis ❤

[@LaurenLady]

Love the Little Hello 😅

[@df8643]

Aww, made my day..❤

[@lb1460]

Me too😊

[@patpierce4854]

Yay! He’s back!🐻❤️

[@susans4960]

I’m so happy and excited to see Otis. Bring on the salmon so he can fatten up

[@Foxover50]

We've been waiting for you. dear Otis , so good to see you!! Time to get fattened up ole boy

[@Susan-hc1nq]

Happy!! So Happy!! I love you Otis!!❤

[@wendyhood1006]

I can finally relax ❤

[@patriciakay1637]

❤😊 Otis!!!

[@gladysedgell2410]

I’m so happy , this made my day .OTIS WE LOVE YOU ♥️♥️♥️

[@AzDesertFoxx]

I'm SO happy he's back!! Makes my heart sing. Thanks for posting!!

[@conniekiehler8422]

Was hoping Otis would show up soon. Great seeing you buddy! Thanks for the wonderful video. Will watch our Otis every day now!

[@maurad5378]

Love you Otis!

[@debbie995]

I love how Otis just marches right down the middle of the river to get to the Falls instead of walking along the shore 😍

[@GT-mn3bx]

Me too. Otis is my favorite bear. He just makes me smile and laugh.

[@lb1460]

Gorgeous boy is back❤🐻

[@s.b.francis905]

I just love Otis! Thank you for posting! ❤

[@gypsy1279]

yaY 🥳made my summer ❤️👑 love you Otis

[@Atriol42]

OTIS OTIS!! huaa I never gave up Faith

[@patdachowski6760]

I actually gasped when I saw that Otis was back and have been watching all the videos on his return ❤

[@toveirenbecker2471]

The march of a true king. 🎼♥️🎶

[@KarenC_SerenadeRotts]

So glad he has joined us! Made my day! Salute to King Otis! Welcome buddy!

[@girlboss7807]

🧸👑👑👑. NO sleeping tonight for me!!! Cam peeping all night long!!! 🧸❤👑✨🤎

[@gigimoore3738]

It's interesting that he chose the J over the office....and he took his place, proudly. He announced to the other's that he was back!

[@srvntlilly]

And the gulls cheered him when he got his first fish.😊

[@Kristie86]

Yay 🎉 the bear king himself 🐻👑❤️

[@illuminotmereloaded6896]

So awesome the entire arrival is documented. Thank you!

[@ayina111]

Long live KING OTIS ❤️❤️ 👑👑

[@titchyjean]

Was crying and my family was making fun of me. Haha! So happy to see the big guy!

[@taffyb4007]

Adored admired loved Otis takes the falls 2023!

[@paulvest3157]

He looks even better than he did last year.

[@ASMRChillHorizons]

Well hello old fella. Hope ypu had a good winters nap.

[@vixengypsy]

Hail to the king, Baby! Thanks Buddy's Mom!

[@5sassycat]

Thank you! 🤗

[@discountdemon]

Otis :)

[@eilleencatanese8113]

Thank you

[@marasov2990]

Thanks for this 🎉

[@josefilemonrodriguez3811]

I was waiting for him but still waiting for 503 welcome back I love you King Otis

[@lisam.5143]

They need to make a stuffed bear that looks just like Otis!! I'd buy 1000!!

[@srvntlilly]

What an awesome idea! I'd get the next thousand. 😁

[@sheba2170]

Seeing him move through the riffles reminds me what a tall, large framed bear he is. Not just capable of stacking on the fat.

[@nandaamaral689]

He didn't waste any time catching a fish😅

[@MsAdventure531]

Almost 30 years of experience 🧸🐻👑

[@ToosieToots]

So happy to see him, although he did'nt stay to long. Hope he can take his place in the office, however with low salmon this year, may not be the best choice for him.

[@srvntlilly]

The big run isn't till August.

[@ToosieToots]

@@srvntlilly Thank you, that gives me hope!

[@CastleMc]

I have to admit I doubted he would be back this year...long live the king

[@srvntlilly]

Same here. My heart jumped out of my chest when I got the notification.

[@karencallahan6176]

I knew it. I posted on chat on 25th that I had the date 26th of July in my mind that Otis would arrive! Wow intuition! I had that date 26h in mind way back at the first of the season. Otis arrives late the past couple of years so I knew it would be the end of July. King Otis! Yea!!!!

[@pakkell8973]

Thank you❤

[@danilariscy5174]

at the J, Otis catches the fish and the two on the lip look at Otis like you got my fish. LOL i just love me some Otis!!! will be glad when he returns from his walkabout. hope he is getting some weight on him!!

[@kevindecoteau3186]

Yeah Otis, welcome back home.

[@Grammyofboys]

YESSSSSSSSSSS❤🎉🙏🥂😍🍻🎂

[@ocaphoenix5347]

Welcome Back, Buddy!! x

[@jodybranum4015]

So happy to see Otis, he had a looong nap (hibernating)

[@lazy855]

Thank you @Buddy's Mom. He is looking very well. Say, have you seen @Snowy16 on your bear chats? I'm a bit worried about her.

[@buddysmom494]

I have not seen her lately.

[@Shelley.x]

Even Alice cheered for his first catch 😅

[@MattHornbeck1263]

So happy!

[@Sandy_Rosenthal]

Otis: I'm here!

[@julesotis13]

cool thanks for sharing

[@KatyWithAWhyyy]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@EnuffsEnuff318]

Where can I get a recent historical representation of what's been going on at the Boorks Falls? Like ID's of bears and whatnot? Thanks so much for your help.

[@srvntlilly]

Mike Fitz has written a book on the Bears of Brooks Falls. It was from 2022, but it has all of the familiar ones and their descriptions, ages, etc.

[@SummerYoung-v6z]

So awesome

[@reijotiihonen9312]

Will Otis come back? Rest in pease..loveU😢

[@skytitan79]

❤

[@josefilemonrodriguez3811]

He looks very good

[@maggieincanada2062]

❤❤❤

[@nicolediamond93]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lauramccasland7789]

❤🐻🎉