The Bear Factory Presents Camp Jellystone with the 2025 Collaboration Excellence Award
Celebrating partnership, teamwork, and the launch of the exclusive Stuff A Yogi experience!
Whitmore Lake, MI — October 16, 2025
The Bear Factory is proud to announce Camp Jellystone as the recipient of the 2025 Collaboration Excellence Award. This award recognizes partners who demonstrate outstanding teamwork, professionalism, and dedication in bringing new ideas to life through close collaboration.
After nearly two years of hard work, planning, and collaboration, The Bear Factory and Camp Jellystone are proud to unveil a Yogi Bear™ plush line—exclusive to Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts across North America. This new Stuff A Plush experience brings guests the opportunity to build their very own Yogi Bear plush, combining one of the most iconic family camping brands with The Bear Factory’s premium interactive retail experience.
The partnership between Camp Jellystone and The Bear Factory highlights the true spirit of collaboration, where creativity, trust, and perseverance have come together to create something entirely new for families to enjoy.
Founded in 1969, Camp Jellystone is one of North America’s most recognized and beloved family camping destinations. With over 75 locations across the United States and Canada, Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts offer a unique family experience centered around camping, outdoor fun, and the iconic characters Yogi Bear, Boo Boo™, and Cindy Bear™. Generations of families have made memories at Jellystone Park properties, enjoying themed weekends, outdoor activities, and now, the chance to bring home their very own Yogi Bear plush.
The Collaboration Excellence Award celebrates partners like Camp Jellystone who embrace teamwork and creativity, and who turn big ideas into reality through trust and partnership.
“We’re honored to receive the Collaboration Excellence Award. The Bear Factory’s partnership-driven approach has been a rewarding experience and their team really helped bring our brand vision to life. We’re excited to add this new offering to the Yog Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts guest experience.” – Renata Evans, VP Corporate Retail, Camp Jellystone.
“Partnering with Camp Jellystone to bring the Stuff A Plush experience to life has been an absolute privilege. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion for creating memorable guest experiences exemplify exactly what this award represents. We’re honored to work alongside such an iconic brand and are thrilled to celebrate this milestone together.” – Jimmy Banish. COO, The Bear Factory.
The Pawsitive Impact Awards were created to recognize customers who go above and beyond, celebrating not just business success but also the values of creativity, teamwork, and community. Camp Jellystone has proven to be a true Collaboration Partner, and this award reflects the strength of our partnership.
About The Bear Factory
Founded in 2001, The Bear Factory LLC is a Michigan-based, family-owned company specializing in high-quality, customizable plush toys. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we have established ourselves as a leader in innovation, sustainability, and design. Our unique ‘build-your-own plush’ experience allows customers to create personalized stuffed animals, fostering creativity and lasting memories.
Committed to environmental responsibility, The Bear Factory utilizes recycled materials in its products through our Plush for the Planet line. Our mission is to provide exceptional products while educating the next generation on the importance of sustainability and community engagement.
About Camp Jellystone
With more than 75 locations across the United States and Canada, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts feature fun attractions such as pools and water slides, non-stop family activities, up-close fun with Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations. For more information about Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, please visit www.jellystonepark.com. For information on franchising opportunities, please visit www.jellystonefranchise.com.