Golden Bear Passes the Torch

After ten years of traveling the world, including stops in China, South Africa, U.K., and Brazil (twice), GB was looking a bit worn and has been retired to the custody and care of its best-ever bear keeper in Mike Spratt '17, shown here atop Corcovado taking in the majestic view of Rio de Janeiro.

GB II (shown here) will be making its debut in Russia, and is looking forward to many photo-ops in Moscow and St. Petersburg!