Episode

142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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1:26:19
Published: Mon Apr 17 2023
Description

Surprise! We may be on vacation this week, but that doesn't mean we can't bring you a new episode. Please enjoy our recent guest appearance on Tooth and Claw.  Tooth and Claw description: Cassie and Danielle from National Park After Dark joined us recently for the first (and hopefully not last) Tooth and Claw Interview Series to talk a little bit about the history of feeding bears in Yellowstone, and then answer a slew of mostly ridiculous questions about themselves, including who between them would win in a fight and whether cake and ice cream counts as one desert, or two. Make sure to check out Tooth and Claw wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts! We love our National Parks and we know you do too but when you're out there, remember to enjoy the view but watch your back. Please take a moment to rate and subscribe from wherever you’re listening to NPAD! Become part of our Outsider family on Patreon to gain access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, and more. Follow our socials Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. To share a Trail Tale, suggest a story, access merch, and browse our book recommendations - head over to our website.

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Danielle and Cassie from National Parks After Dark are interviewed on the Tooth and Claw podcast.
00:00 - 04:03 (04:03)
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National Parks, storytelling
Summary

Danielle and Cassie from National Parks After Dark are interviewed on the Tooth and Claw podcast. The two podcasts focus on storytelling inside national parks, including survival stories and dark history.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
Two topics are discussed in this podcast episode.
04:03 - 08:35 (04:32)
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Alaska, Yellowstone National Park, tidal flats, bear feeding
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Two topics are discussed in this podcast episode. The first one is related to the tidal flats where people can collect clams on the bore tide in Alaska, while the second topic is focused on bear feeding in Yellowstone National Park and the dangers associated with it.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
National Parks Service and other outdoor recreation facilities used to promote feeding and interacting with bears, with tourists gathering to watch bears feed at night.
08:35 - 16:00 (07:24)
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National Parks, Bears
Summary

National Parks Service and other outdoor recreation facilities used to promote feeding and interacting with bears, with tourists gathering to watch bears feed at night. Now, visitors are educated on bear safety and etiquette when visiting national parks with bear populations.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
This episode discusses the behavior of grizzly bears in Yellowstone, including instances where visitors would feed them and gather to watch them at night, which is now considered irresponsible and dangerous.
16:00 - 21:46 (05:46)
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Yellowstone, Grizzly Bears
Summary

This episode discusses the behavior of grizzly bears in Yellowstone, including instances where visitors would feed them and gather to watch them at night, which is now considered irresponsible and dangerous.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
The abundance of black bears in Yellowstone and grizzlies staking out the best feeding areas led to a high number of bear bites and scratches in the park during the 1920s and 30s.
21:46 - 27:54 (06:08)
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Yellowstone National Park
Summary

The abundance of black bears in Yellowstone and grizzlies staking out the best feeding areas led to a high number of bear bites and scratches in the park during the 1920s and 30s.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
West Yellowstone bear and wolf center has bears that are used to test new technology as they can figure it out easily.
27:54 - 35:46 (07:52)
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Bears
Summary

West Yellowstone bear and wolf center has bears that are used to test new technology as they can figure it out easily. People need to realize that bears are not domesticated animals and that there is a real danger when interacting with them.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
In Yosemite National Park, bears started showing up in meadows looking for natural foods in the 80s, leading to bear jams and incidents of people feeding the bears.
35:47 - 41:53 (06:06)
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Human-Bear Interactions
Summary

In Yosemite National Park, bears started showing up in meadows looking for natural foods in the 80s, leading to bear jams and incidents of people feeding the bears. Bear management technicians responded by hazing the bears aggressively and educating the public about the dangers of feeding them.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
Over the years, biologists have shifted towards changing the outlook on wildlife and how we treat them in national parks while emphasizing removing the food conditioned behavior of bears as it poses a negative impact on their survival.
41:53 - 50:17 (08:24)
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National Parks
Summary

Over the years, biologists have shifted towards changing the outlook on wildlife and how we treat them in national parks while emphasizing removing the food conditioned behavior of bears as it poses a negative impact on their survival. However, conservation efforts such as these are necessary to preserve these species for future generations and reduce bear-related incidents.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
The speaker expresses admiration for maned wolves, describing them as super unique and cool-looking.
50:17 - 53:49 (03:32)
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Maned Wolves
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The speaker expresses admiration for maned wolves, describing them as super unique and cool-looking. The animal's physical characteristics, including their canine-like claws and footpad shape, and their ability to run up to 80 miles per hour, further piques the speaker's interest.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
The speaker is afraid of crocodiles and finds them scarier than bears due to their creepy facial features.
53:50 - 57:14 (03:24)
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Fear, Animals
Summary

The speaker is afraid of crocodiles and finds them scarier than bears due to their creepy facial features.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
Podcast
National Park After Dark
In this episode, the speaker shares their experience working with wolves and going on safaris in South Africa.
57:14 - 59:38 (02:24)
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Animals
Summary

In this episode, the speaker shares their experience working with wolves and going on safaris in South Africa. They also discuss their favorite animals, including pandas and snow leopards.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
The speaker discusses their ability to fight a feral cat and questions if they could take on a house cat in a fight.
59:38 - 1:02:52 (03:13)
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Animals
Summary

The speaker discusses their ability to fight a feral cat and questions if they could take on a house cat in a fight.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
The speaker recalls a fight with her mother over going on a volunteer trip for wildlife conservation and mentions her interest in veterinary medicine and wildlife conservation, particularly in Africa.
1:02:52 - 1:08:29 (05:36)
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Wildlife Conservation
Summary

The speaker recalls a fight with her mother over going on a volunteer trip for wildlife conservation and mentions her interest in veterinary medicine and wildlife conservation, particularly in Africa.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
The speaker shares their perspective on going to the moon and their appreciation for the often overlooked significance of trees.
1:08:29 - 1:14:44 (06:15)
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Space
Summary

The speaker shares their perspective on going to the moon and their appreciation for the often overlooked significance of trees.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
The speaker mentions rewatching the Predator movies annually and thinks that the original is the best movie ever seen by them.
1:14:44 - 1:17:15 (02:30)
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Predator movies
Summary

The speaker mentions rewatching the Predator movies annually and thinks that the original is the best movie ever seen by them. They also express their opinion that the quality of the sequels has gone downhill.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
A collection of unrelated, humorous statements that include discussions about throwing rocks, the size of the Mona Lisa, and the TV show, "Treasure Hunting."
1:17:15 - 1:19:54 (02:39)
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entertainment
Summary

A collection of unrelated, humorous statements that include discussions about throwing rocks, the size of the Mona Lisa, and the TV show, "Treasure Hunting."

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
In this podcast, the hosts discuss Nickelback's legacy.
1:19:54 - 1:23:28 (03:33)
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Nickelback
Summary

In this podcast, the hosts discuss Nickelback's legacy. One host admits to being a fan while the other points out they don't care that people hate them, they're still doing what they love.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark
The hosts of National Park After Dark recommend their podcast to listeners looking for a wildlife fix and discuss their disagreements over ice and trees.
1:23:28 - 1:26:06 (02:37)
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National Park After Dark
Summary

The hosts of National Park After Dark recommend their podcast to listeners looking for a wildlife fix and discuss their disagreements over ice and trees.

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142: Tooth and Claw: Bears in Yellowstone ft. National Park After Dark
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National Park After Dark