Ep 5. The Fat and the Furriest

In The Simpsons season 15 episode 5, titled "The Fat and the Furriest," Homer loses the family's savings by purchasing a useless trampoline. To make up for his mistake, he goes on a hunting trip with his father, Abe. While in the woods, Homer inadvertently shoots a very rare and endangered bear, thinking it is a more common animal.

Feeling guilty for killing the animal, Homer decides to hide from the public by living in the woods with the bear's head as his only companion. Meanwhile, Marge and the rest of the family try to find Homer and convince him to come back home.

On his journey in the woods, Homer comes across a group of radical environmentalists who are protesting against the hunting of endangered species, leading to some humorous exchanges. The family uses this opportunity to try and track him down by seeking the help of a wilderness expert named Grant Connor.

As they search for Homer, the family begins to realize that they have never really known much about him and that he has been keeping secrets from them. Eventually, they find Homer, and Marge tries to convince him to come back home by reminding him of all the good things about their life together.

Towards the end of the episode, the twist is revealed - the bear that Homer accidentally shot was actually Mr. Burns in a bear suit. The environmentalists capture Mr. Burns and hold him captive, causing a chain of events that ultimately lead to Homer redeeming himself.

Overall, The Fat and the Furriest is a humorous and heartwarming episode that explores themes of guilt, family, and conservation. It is a great addition to the long-running and beloved series that is The Simpsons.