When asked about names the doctor received a moment of confusion and a lack of reply. The concept didn't translate well. It seemed not to matter though, as mother bear was unwilling to stray too far from the cave and could not help you except to let you pass through without harassment. <Caution.> it warned the party, moving to the side and pointing its head in the direction to go. With Berid as spotter the path seemed clear, the tracks you sought surely lead into the darkness ahead. The decision then becomes one of method: to charge in ahead, or weave around cautiously to avoid clocker-bearing trees, or to do either of those with stealth and caution. Or even a yet-unseen option. Because where there was darkness there was sure to be magic and someone or something to cast said magic.
Whatever the party does, the bear shall return to the mouth of the cave to make sure the cubs were still breathing.