Bear Known as “Backpack” Declared Winner of Alaska’s Fat Bear Week
A bear known as "Backpack" was declared the winner of Alaska's Fat Bear Week competition, according to NBC 7 San Diego.
San Diego, CA, September 30, 2026 — A bear identified by the nickname “Backpack” has been named the victor of Alaska’s annual Fat Bear Week competition. The announcement was reported by NBC 7 San Diego.
Fat Bear Week is a popular online event organized by Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska. The competition celebrates the park’s brown bear population and their efforts to gain weight before winter hibernation. Each year, fans vote on their favorite bears, based on photos and profiles that highlight their size and health. The event typically culminates in a champion being crowned.
Details regarding the specific timeframe of this year’s competition, the number of participants, or the exact voting tallies were not immediately available in the provided summary. Likewise, specific information about the bear known as “Backpack,” such as its age, identifying characteristics, or its journey throughout the competition, was not detailed.
The event aims to raise awareness about the importance of healthy bear populations and their habitats. It often draws significant public attention, with participants engaging in an informal online poll to select the fattest bear.
Further information on the runner-up, the total number of votes cast, or the specific period during which the competition took place was not disclosed in the initial report.
The source for this news is NBC 7 San Diego. The park itself, Katmai National Park and Preserve, is the organizer of the Fat Bear Week event. More specific details about the winner, “Backpack,” and the competition’s proceedings are expected to be released or may have been covered in more depth by the reporting outlet. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The permit status was not provided. Inspection outcomes were not provided. Code violations were not provided. What happened next was not provided.
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