A black bear rests atop a wooden platform at Clark's Trading Post in New Hampshire, 1971. Shot on 8mm film, the footage captures the bear lying calmly under a cloudy sky, with the iconic sign clearly visible. The vintage aesthetic includes natural film grain and slightly faded colors, evoking a nostalgic mid-20th century home movie feel. This archival clip offers a rare glimpse of a bear in captivity at a popular tourist attraction, showcasing the era's approach to wildlife displays.
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