Backpack Wins Fat Bear Week: The Cute Story Behind His Name

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After seven days of fierce competition, a big bear is taking home the prize in this year’s Fat Bear Week. Backpack secured more than 5,000 votes and he got his nickname because park officials used to spot him as a cub, frequently clinging to his mother’s back. TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager shares the Morning Boost. » Subscribe to TODAY: https://www.youtube.com/@TODAY TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting. We wake up every morning to give you and your family all you need to start your day. If it matters to you, it matters to us. We are in the people business. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive TODAY archival footage & our original web series. Connect with TODAY Online! Visit TODAY's Website: https://www.today.com/ Find TODAY on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/today Follow TODAY on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TODAYshow Follow TODAY on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todayshow/ » Stream TODAY All Day: https://www.today.com/allday

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