Natural World - 2009-2010 - 1. Bearwalker of the Northwoods

Wildlife documentary. In the forests of northern Minnesota, biologist Lynn Rogers uses food to gain the trust of wild black bears, a controversial technique developed over his own forty-year journey from fear to fascination.

Following the fortunes of mother bear June and her three cubs over a year, the film reveals an intimate portrait of the lives of black bears. (R)

Broadcast on:

BBC Two, 5:30pm Saturday 31st October 2009

First broadcast:

Wednesday 28th October 2009

Duration:

60 minutes

Available until:

11:59pm Tuesday 30th March 2010

Categories:

• Sign Zone,
• Factual,
• Pets & Animals,
• Science & Nature