grizzlyencounter.orgMontana Grizzly Encounter | Rescue & Education

Montana Grizzly Encounter | Rescue & Education Home Admission Hours Contact FAQs About Our Mission Events Testimonials Memorials Animals Bears Goats Others Education Bear Education Hiking Bear Species Bear Spray Viewing and Photography Encounters Grizzly Facts School Groups Keeper Talks Get Involved Adoptions Memberships Volunteer-Intern Store Ways to Donate Donate Store and Wishlists Call Us Montana Grizzly Encounter A Privately Owned Grizzly Bear Rescue & Education Sanctuary Donate Now Purchase Tickets Currently: Open with Spring Hours News An Instagram Blunder 28 Mar, 2024 Due to an unfortunate hacking incident, we have had to make a new Instagram account. We hope everyone will join us on our new account! You can search for @mtgrizzlyencounter or click this link. In Loving Memory of LoAnne 21 Mar, 2024 LoAnne Frisk (1947-2024) Welcome to our new website! 17 Mar, 2024 We are excited to have our new website up and running! There are many new features to explore! Yay! Admission Rates and Special Offers Experience the wonder of grizzly bears at an affordable rate. Our pricing structure accommodates visitors of all ages: Adults (15 and older): $13.50 Seniors (65+): $12.50 Children (5-14 years old): $11.50 Children 4 years old & under are Free Military Discount: $2 off with a valid ID Passes are good for two consecutive days! For those who can’t get enough of our grizzly friends, season passes are available, offering unlimited visits to the sanctuary for a full year. Every purchase contributes to the care of our rescued grizzlies and supports our educational mission. School groups are warmly welcomed for an immersive educational experience, free of charge. Please contact us to schedule your visit. Support conservation education by joining us at the Montana Grizzly Encounter! Hello! Welcome to Montana Grizzly Encounter, a Grizzly Bear Rescue and Education Sanctuary in Bozeman, founded in 2004. Our sanctuary provides rescued grizzlies with a natural and spacious home, emphasizing their health and well-being. Visitors can observe these majestic creatures up close in a beautiful mountain setting, free of cars or cages. Specializing in grizzly bear rescue, we offer a haven for bears born into unfortunate captive situations or orphaned in the wild. Beyond rescue, we are committed to educating the public, welcoming school groups free of charge. Thousands of children annually learn about grizzly bear safety and conservation, contributing to our mission. Plan your visit today and be part of the extraordinary journey of conservation and learning at Montana Grizzly Encounter. What to Expect After stopping by our ticket booth you’ll proceed to our parking lot and then make your way to Grizzly Gifts, the entrance to our viewing area. Along the way, you’ll pass by the habitat of our friendly Nigerian Dwarf Goats, who eagerly await interaction with visitors, offering opportunities for petting or feeding tall grass. Upon reaching the gift shop, you’ll receive another warm welcome and directions to the viewing area. Entering the viewing area, you’ll observe one of our rescue bears enjoying their time in the habitat. In the wild, bears are typically solitary creatures, except during mother-cub relationships or when food is plentiful. We currently house three bears of varying ages and sizes, each with their own unique personality. To accommodate their individual preferences, we rotate them throughout the day, allowing them to set their own schedule. When not outside, they enjoy comfortable indoor dens equipped with climate control, running water, toys, and other enrichment activities. Throughout your visit, a dedicated staff member will be present in the viewing area to provide education on the origins and needs of our rescue bears, bear safety protocols, and general bear knowledge. Additionally, Keeper Talks are scheduled every hour on the half hour, typically lasting approximately 35-45 minutes. Before you leave, be sure to stop by our gift shops, where all profits contribute directly to the well-being of our rescue bears. Your support helps us continue our vital mission of providing a safe haven for these magnificent creatures. Visiting Hours at Montana Grizzly Encounter Montana Grizzly Encounter welcomes you to explore and learn at our sanctuary during various seasons. Our opening hours are tailored to provide the best experience. Spring (March 1st): 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Wednesday–Sunday Summer (June 1st): 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Wednesday–Monday Fall (September 1st): 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thursday–Monday Winter (November 1st): 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Thursday–Sunday All hours are weather permitting. Each visit offers a unique perspective on grizzly bear behavior and conservation. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with nature and learn about these magnificent creatures. Plan your visit now and be a part of our mission! Don’t Wait... Get Your Tickets Now! General admission tickets and season passes are available! Buy Tickets Here Inspiring Visitor Testimonial Discover the impact we’ve made through the words of our visitors. Read their reviews to see how a visit to our sanctuary can be a life-changing experience. Shop Grizzly Souvenirs Grizzly Gifts offers an array of exclusive merchandise, perfect for commemorating your visit to our sanctuary. Our collection ranges from stylish t-shirts to elegant jewelry. Sip your favorite beverage from our beautifully designed mugs and glasses, each item reminding you of the unforgettable experience with our grizzlies. Every purchase, from practical apparel to charming accessories, supports our mission of rescue and conservation. Explore Grizzly Gifts for a special memento or a thoughtful gift. Shop Now Meet Casey Anderson Casey Anderson is an Emmy nominated filmmaker, an adventurer and explorer. He has spent the last three decades traveling the world, capturing nature and wildlife through the camera lens. Born and raised in Montana, Anderson spent his childhood exploring the vast wilderness that was his backyard and by the age of eighteen, Casey was guiding wildlife filmmakers into remote locations to track and film the most elusive wild animals. At twenty-six, he co-founded the Montana Grizzly Encounter, a sanctuary for grizzly bears saved from inhumane situations. As a television personality, Casey has been seen on Nat Geo WILD, BBC, PBS, Travel Channel, Discovery Channel, and has been a regular contributor to Conan & Oprah. He has made it his mission to bring his love of the wild to the hearts of the world, instilling a drive to conserve untamed and untouched wild places. He makes his home in Paradise Valley in the greater Yellowstone ecosystem with his wife, two daughters, and son. Visit Casey’s Website Frequently Asked Questions Do your bears hibernate? No! Bears are not true hibernators and only hibernate out of necessity due to lack of food or a female giving birth. With daily feedings and the assurance that our bears are all fixed to prevent cubs, they enjoy year-round activities. Even in the winter, they revel in the joy of frolicking in the snow, showcasing their playful nature. Do you allow your bears to breed? Breeding bears in captivity is completely unethical. Bear cubs require 2-3 years in the wild with their mom to learn the essential skills to survive. Without this crucial tutelage, their chances of longevity in the wild diminish significantly. Moreover, we refrain from increasing the captive bear population to preserve space for potential future rescues. All our bears are fixed, eliminating the possibility of bear cubs being born at our sanctuary. Beyond ethical considerations, spaying and neutering also decrease the chances of cancer among our resident bears. Do you release your bears to the wild? When we rescue a bear from the wild or a bad captive situation, we make a lifetime commitment to them. Unlike black bears, in the United States, rehabilitating grizzly bears is illegal and impractical. Due to their high intelligence and...