Bears and Berries

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The competition for autumn berries is another example of how loss of habitat has created conflict between bears and people. Bears both intrigue and frighten humans in Alaska, according to commentator Geo Beach. Poet and author Geo Beach is at work on a book about Alaska called: “Light at the End of America.” He comes to us from K-B-B-I in Homer, Alaska.”

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