Ballad of the Grizzly A Folk Song by Stan Zuray

Wrote this song long ago after being pulled out of a tree by a grizzly bear but stopped playing guitar soon after as I got my fingers messed up by a boat starter motor. Anyway use to play lots but it's been 20 plus years since I did and thought I would try to figure a way to play this song at least. Only got two fingers on the left hand to use. If I get better I'll make an improved version but for now "it's better than nothing". Or maybe not!!! Stan
Also "Carry On: Stan Zuray's Journey from Boston Greaser to Alaskan Homesteader" is now available on Amazon in paperback, eBook, and audiobook. Amazon reviews always appreciated. www.amazon.com...
Anyone interested in a signed copy has two options:
- Go to: www.thestanpro... and buy a pre signed book (the simplest)
- Buy a book on Amazon and follow these instructions. (Many have done this and it has worked well. Done hundreds and no mail failures yet).
1. Get two 12.5 x 9.5" priority mail flat rate envelopes at post office.
2. Self-address and put postage on one envelope.
3. Address other one to: Stan Zuray, Box 77172, Tanana, Alaska, 99777 and put book and other envelope in it (folded) and signing instructions if any and I'll sign and return.
Please send no money - my privilege to sign but an Amazon review would be appreciated. Flat rate both ways will cost you under $15.

[@kerijo8462]

more stan. much more.

[@marksmith9194]

Love it! I watch all your videos. Keep filming. Also, Joe grew up to be a fine young man. You should be proud of what Joe has become.

[@tewdogs4475]

better than i ever will be

[@barrym4079]

Tony Iomi was the lead guitar player for Black Sabbath. He lost his fingers in an industrial accident. Where theres a will, theres a way. Good on ya. Ive played my whole life almost. Keep it up Stan. I enjoy your content. Cheers from Muskoka Ontario.

[@richardnusser7023]

Hey Stan, just to let you know. You and Joey were the reason for me to watch Yukon Man. I loved hearing you tell the story of your life. When I found your channel here it made my day. I find it very interesting the lifestyle you live. Very few Men could live that lifestyle, we don’t have the Stones to get it done. I admire everything you’ve accomplished in your life. You could run circles around a normal man your age. Thank you for sharing your story here on KZbin. I like it better than watching the show on tv. Yours is not scripted! It’s Real Life! Thank you Sir!

[@Glenn7719]

Love it, all the best Stan, miss seeing you on the TV. I hope you Joey and the rest of your family are doing well.

[@mattthetaffy6702]

Great stuff.... Big love from South Wales. U.K

[@deborahmiddlemass8586]

Absolutely wonderful, straight from the heart,loved this thank you so much for sharing this video.

[@karljoseph182]

WELL WELL NICE TO SEE YA STAN WITH GUITAR IN HAND DONT WORRY BOUT WHAT PEOPLE'S THINKING JUST PLAY MY FRIEND JUST PLAY AND ENJOY THE STRUMMING THOSE STRING,S LOL YA LOOK GOOD STAN!!!BRAVO

[@Anthonyz19]

Watching your reruns on Destination America. Miss you guys!

[@TM-te3bh]

Real man

[@gigiregister6906]

Wow‼️ thank God you’re still here. Close call. I didn’t know you were a guitarist!! Good playing and good lyrics. Enjoy everything you put on KZbin.

[@stanzuray]

Not yet convinced it is anything but slightly catchy but actually terrible. But as a friend once said , " a phrase that could be used to describe absolutely everything in Stan’s life was: better than nothing".

[@gigiregister6906]

Stan Zuray is a gift to the world. He stays true to who God created him to be. I have a lot of admiration for him an his family.

[@Dogsrule777]

It’s pretty bluesy Stan. I dig it man!

[@markjenkins1217]

I appreciate looking through your web videos. Appreciate it!

[@stanzuray]

Thanks

[@halfazzhomesteader]

You got balls Stan that was painful,but better then anything i can do.Keep those videos coming.

[@stanzuray]

You made me smile

[@j390fe]

Fantastic - thanks for sharing!

[@onslaughtofterrorJW]

🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@MADFISHINREELS]

Nice jam Stan!! Love your videos man. Keep them coming plz!!

[@kevintulak9987]

Glad to see you trying to figure out a way to play again. Playing the guitar is good for the soul. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrMarkar1959]

I can Dig it🎸 Few more Songs and an Album is born! StaySafe as Possible✌🏼11/19/2022 from NW ohio

[@murrayandru7527]

That guitar looks Good on you Stan, Thanks for the video.

[@karinwossner639]

Everything you do is very good because it comes from heart Love to see your videos Stay save

[@mikaso]

You are the best Stanley! Thanks for sharing. God bless you Brother!

[@evanchapman9466]

Hey Stan I'm one of your biggests fan Love your show ,and love the song I watched all your episodes Keep up the work you do for the town of tanana

[@stanzuray]

Can't believe someone likes it. I just put a pocket camera in front of me and tried the song out. I want to do it on the banks of the Yukon at fish camp and do it better and republish it. Thanks, Stan

[@evanchapman9466]

@@stanzuray I think songs of past experiences are the best Speaks from the heart And would love to see you play your song at your fish camp Take care buddy and have a good day

[@stanzuray]

@@evanchapman9466 I will do it and actually better at the song now.

[@evanchapman9466]

@@stanzuray look forward to it buddy

[@Jennifer-qo4kz]

Hey Stan! love this side of ya! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Jack of all trades 😊 Thanks for sharing with us.

[@larrybomhoff912]

Sounds good , Stan. You are a talent at everything you do, man. Have a good one. Oklahoma plowboy.

[@redneckgrower1343]

Jam on!!!!!!

[@patring620]

This could be a hit. Nicely done, Stan. How about, "The Wood-cutting Blues" for your next ballad?

[@johnfpaterson9948]

Hi Stan Thanks for the video Don’t give up your day job A Stan wanta be.

[@robthompsonfarm3902]

Thanks for the video.. Keep them coming..

[@grizzlycountry1030]

I like it. Wish I could play the guitar.

[@nicoleeng-pierson2681]

Seriously is there anything this man can't do? Haha! Stan your the man! 😎

[@oakpkdude]

Hi Stan. I would love to hear that story. There are many "Story Time" videos and I think that would be a great story to tell on KZbin. I just found your channel today and subscribed. You and your son Joe are my favorite people on Yukon Men. I heard you are getting your own show. Can't wait to see it.

[@stanzuray]

It is being worked on right now at my fish camp but will take awhile as it is very low budget but high quality. Just our day to day life as it really happens. We'll be letting everyone know when it's going to be released for sure. The object will be to make it accessible to the most people we can.

[@oakpkdude]

@@stanzuray --- Cool. Good luck with the show. I'll be waiting for the announcement and will be watching for sure.

[@chrismoroz9454]

You rock Stan. From your biggest fan in northern ontario canada Chris Moroz

[@ohUredneck]

Sounds like Boston, one of my fav bands!

[@skepticalmechanic]

Thanks Stan!!!!

[@vasyldrd.1739]

Жалко что сериал закрыли. Привет с Эстонии👍

[@aksalaman4689]

Hi Stan, anyway you can turn on the "closed captioning" for us hard of hearing guys? Hope the summer will be a good one.

[@mr.fisher3973]

Wow 😮 never heard of that. I would love to hear the whole story. God bless and take care. Love a song that tells a story. - great job!!

[@stanzuray]

If you're interested it's easy to get: www.amazon.com/dp/1521098891

[@karencawthorn3173]

Thanx for sharing your knowledge & talent Stan. I cant find the show. Guess I'll get it online. God bless you & yours

[@abimael25]

Linda canção, abraço aqui de chapeco SC Brasil Stan....

[@tanyacrichton6248]

My ears are bleeding lol. Keep hammering on er.

[@stanzuray]

I cringe watching it also but for the first time in many years I am enjoying playing a bit.

[@warrenlancaster286]

If I could play the guitar that badly Stan I would be rapped.! . You look like a young man when you are clean shaven . All the best to you and your family .

[@benhobson5635]

Great job brother! Can you please sing it for us with just the words and possibly another one with the guitar a little quiter. Really good song just hard for me to make out all the words, lol someone's getting old and deaf over here. Thanks Brother ttyl

[@stanzuray]

I am going to do another and will remember these comments. The camera was closer to the guitar than me and that was some of the problem. Thanks

[@JF-fx2qv]

My hands are the end result of using them as a tool, but my hands have no serious issues yet! Still I suck moose crap at playing the guitar and even though Music Class was mandatory in my early education ... I must have slept.

[@the_card_closet]

Thanks for that, Stan! Have you ever showed the scar on social media?

[@the_card_closet]

Less than 10 seconds after typing that, you showed it at the 4 minute mark.

[@Matze-nn2kd]

It's a nice Song Stan. I have one question: how old are you. But it's my drem to came to Tanana.

[@stanzuray]

69

[@theoldhunter6072]

@@stanzuray looking good for your age

[@YeshuBenPandera]

lol the weak should fear the strong

[@aloberdorf4579]

If possible....add printed lyrics.....I seem to be deafer than a post.....no criticism from this child......

[@MrAnnadrew]

dont give up your day job

[@stanzuray]

You are an honest man

[@MoeWhiskey]

Don’t give up your day job. lmao

[@stanzuray]

Guess I'll have to as had no recording studios call me about the video. Kidding of course.