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The Grizzly Mauling That Changed Yellowstone National Park

Jun 22, 202680:55Society & Culture

In June 1972, 23-year-old Harry Walker left Alabama for the adventure of a lifetime. Days after arriving in Yellowstone National Park, he was killed by a grizzly bear. Harry's death exposed decades of controversial bear...

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The Grizzly Mauling That Changed Yellowstone National Park is an episode from National Park After Dark. In June 1972, 23-year-old Harry Walker left Alabama for the adventure of a lifetime. Days after arriving in Yellowstone National Park, h...

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Published Jun 22, 2026, 80:55 long, audio available.

The Grizzly Mauling That Changed Yellowstone National Park

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