FIG The BEAR

05/05/2026

Today, FIG THE BEAR had an adjustment with Dr. Evan and then a pedicure by Amy at Mountain Nail Salon in Townsend !

Every bear needs to take time for self - care !

04/16/2026

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New Tennessee Law Makes Feeding Bears a Crime Statewide Starting July 1

If you’ve spent time in the Smokies, bear encounters are just part of the experience. Starting July 1, feeding black bears anywhere in Tennessee where posted notices prohibit it will be a Class B misdemeanor.

Governor Bill Lee signed the bill into law this week after it passed nearly unanimously in the state senate.

Here’s what to know:

🐻 Intentionally feeding a black bear — a minimum $250 fine.

🗑️ Leaving food or garbage unsecured — a written warning on your first offense, but a $250+ fine after that.

Until now, Gatlinburg was the only city in Tennessee where feeding bears was illegal, with fines and court costs topping $100. And inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park, federal law already carries penalties up to $5,000 and six months in jail.

The new law also allows the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to partner with local law enforcement to help enforce wildlife safety rules.

Point blank: respect the bears, secure your trash, and never feed wildlife. It’s safer for you and for them. 🏔️

04/01/2026

Visiting The Smokies ?

Whether you are Taking a drive through the park , hiking , fly fishing , biking , camping or just chilling in your cabin , stop by our shop Fig & Flower and grab our

DON’T FEED THE BEAR BOXES

Personal Charcuterie

Filled with delicious cheeses, salami, pepperoni, fruits & veggies !

These are packed in containers that are ECO friendly , biodegradable and compostable

7625 East Lamar Alexander Parkway

Townsend

865.385.2573

Call ahead if you’d like for pick up !

Keep Fig’s Forest Wild !
Don’t feed the Bear 🐻

03/31/2026

A Fig The Bear sighting !

03/31/2026

FIG The BEAR was spotted today in Cades Cove

03/06/2026

Book FIG THE BEAR for your Special Occasion!
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To Book Fig The Bear 865.385.2573
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Keep Fig’s Forest Wild
Don’t Feed The Bear

02/01/2026

FIG THE BEAR sightings today !

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01/03/2026

More Fig The Bear sightings !

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DON’T FEED THE BEAR 🐻

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01/01/2026

Fig The Bear had a great day yesterday!

He made a surprise appearance at a Birthday Party for a little girl who was turning 4 years old!

When Kodi, her sister Kingsley and cousin came to the door to see who was there, the look on their faces was absolutely priceless.

Fig was standing there with a basket of stuffed bears, stickers, flowers and balloons for the Birthday girl and friends.

She grabbed him by the hand and asked if he wanted to see her party and took him into the kitchen to see everything.

My heart melted and confirmed why FIG The Bear is so special and important !

Kids need to see and feel "wonder"

Thank you Kane & Katelyn Brown for having FIG & Flower Cabin Concierge of The Smoky Mountains do Charcuterie for the party and & Fig The Bear !

12/31/2025

Yesterday, Fig The Bear got to make a surprise appearance at a special little girls 4th Birthday ~

While he was there , Kane Brown asked if Fig could spend the night and get into a little mischief to help scare Katelyn when it got dark out.

I think the mission was successful

No bear or Katelyn was hurt :)