Friends speak out about surviving bear attack l GMA

[@Mindfreedom8]

You know that guy whom took the hit to save his mate, is one of a kind, a rare gem, that's a true human right there, a true friend to keep forever. I really wish him all the best in this life and the next!

[@anitakristensen4679]

one guy is from Wyoming. they should of had a gun and bear spray. especially knowing that there was a grizzly in the area they were in. you never go out in bear country with out protection. what they did was stupidity.

[@cadenjacobs8733]

@@anitakristensen4679 they had both a gun, and bear spray.

[@KrisD007]

@@cadenjacobs8733 and didn’t use any?

[@deeice5398]

@@KrisD007 With a grizzly's sheer stealth, power and speed sometimes a firearm is useless. You're attacked before you even have a chance to reach for it.

[@mariannescaryannethornton9116]

HALLELUJAH!!!! Amen.

[@annagrace55]

Wow! What a friend to react in a fight and not running to save himself. True hero!

[@iDTecKt]

Id save you

[@yellowhouseport18]

I can't believe he stepped in and fought the bear to save his friend. God bless him

[@caycug1]

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." (John 15:13)

[@TheWarChief929]

And won!

[@gezachewyabio8167]

This will make them stronger in life. Let’s hope they remain friends for life

[@GypsyChlo]

Or leave them with Ptsd? There's no shame in being shaken up after something literally traumatising

[@hiwayman981]

They were friends going in; now they are brothers on the other side, likewise hopefully for very long and fulfilling lives.

[@tessiepinkman]

I don't know if they already do, but I seriously hope they take the chance and talk to a therapist. This is something that will follow them for a while and they all really need to talk about it with someone who knows how to deal with trauma. There's nothing, and I mean nothing, wrong with seeking help. But not talking to someone and just pushing down all the feelings could be really harmful for them. Sending all my love to these boys, from a Swede in Norway!

[@walcoman]

Oh yeah, and I hope the therapist does what the local representative that sells all the brilliant and various drugs they recommend for them to become total zombies as well. I think you should reevaluate your comment

[@clevelandbrown2426]

Lol, get that liberal California bs outta here.

[@lucasferreira2073]

Relax dude. Not every man needs therapy after traumas. Just like war, some dudes are made of steel, and live happy after with no trauma whatsoever. Others just crumble. Some of us are tougher.

[@sweettoothmarie7304]

I can't even imagine being in such a situation!! Thank God they are all alive!🙏

[@jensendavenport1406]

You got this kid you survived for a reason bless you always

[@tschandraheinze1680]

WOW! Friendship like this is what Friendship is all about.

[@kigo641]

What a hero that kid is. His friend needs to treasure him. Likely saved his life.

[@erikas.1810]

These are true friends for life right here❤ glad they all made it out alive . Sending prayers for fast recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@shannonmathiscowen8682]

Prayers and hugs from Oklahoma to these brave young men, their families, and all involved in helping them recover!💙

[@davidmacos2916]

Hello 👏 Shannon Mathis Cowen

[@KrisD007]

Lol, they should take bear spray…

[@missydavis6678]

These boys! What a true friend!!! Got attacked defending a friend.😢❣

[@Justin-uc8sc]

Thanks bro 💪

[@missydavis6678]

@@Justin-uc8sc I know. 🙂 Good boys!

[@Justin-uc8sc]

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[@TheWarChief929]

Boys? No MEN, this is what heroes are made of

[@missydavis6678]

@TheWarChief929 I stand corrected and happy to be. You are right, MEN!

[@suzannehedderly1331]

I really feel for them. I had an awful encounter with a black bear who ran up behind me. I was lucky and not hurt but I'm hypervigilant and nervous now in the woods. I want people to know that the "they will run away from you" thing isn't always true. I'm so glad they survived and I hope they heal completely including mentally because that is the injury you can't see.

[@georgepipito2802]

Black bears you are supposed to act bigger than… brown bears your protect your vitals and play dead

[@suzannehedderly1331]

@@georgepipito2802 I know all that. But the bear appeared "perturbed" and I wasn't about to provoke it further. Couldn't reach the car fast enough. He was coming too fast.

[@deannawheeler4362]

@@georgepipito2802 The saying is if it is brown lay down, if it is black fight back.

[@evanscott5009]

Bears are no joke. The strength is incredible

[@steviegenoski9977]

Is that a challenge?

[@evanscott5009]

@@steviegenoski9977 is what a challenge?

[@UltraGeezer]

@@steviegenoski9977 yes, it obviously was a challenge Mr. Genoski. Bears are strong, but on behalf of the KZbin Community, we believe you to be stronger. Only thing needed is the proof. Why don’t you throw on a GoPro and put a bear in an Arm Bar until it taps. Light work for you, undoubtedly.

[@danisetherley2582]

That friend helping is what everyone hopes for. It brings tears v to my eyes.

[@lindaopperthauser2284]

Somebody was looking out 4 u young men. A true blessing! Thankful you all have one another.

[@davidmacos2916]

Hello 👏 Linda

[@lennarthagen3638]

WOW

[@kmo3811]

Poor young men. So glad they survived and were able to fight back. What their poor mothers must think. I have 2 adult sons and this happening to them is unthinkable.

[@KrisD007]

Hiking in bear country without being prepared for a bear attack is not wise….

[@paularubin4711]

And carrying no protection. NOTHING. HOW HARD IS IT TO BUY BEAR SPRAY. STUPID LUCKY YOUNG MEN. YOUR PARENTS MUST BE FURIOUS WITH YOU. I KNOW I WOULD BE FOR BEING SO STUPID!!!!!!!!!! I mean not even a loud air horn. Not even a knife on them!!!

[@apples8872]

@@KrisD007 they had bear spray. You’re in grizzly country though. It happens

[@Querencia7779]

Impressive group of young men to look up to. “One for all and all for one,” personified. Those are the four musketeers in modern life, and deserve tremendous respect for their courage, and compassion towards one another. God speed all your healing.

[@JM-xm2sf]

Prayers to all of you amazing men🙏🏻♥️🕊

[@carlajacobsen6821]

With it being feeding season, makes it so much more dangerous. Especially grizzly’s. God bless these young men. I had my first black bear encounter about 6 weeks ago. I was a good distance off, but it was in our backyard. Again, sending love and support to those young men. ❤️🙏

[@traviscoates6878]

I know it’s prob been said a million times, but never hike in Grizzly country without bear spray! It is a MUST!

[@betsyj59]

Apparently, they had bear spray but the kid who got attacked first never had the time to get it out.

[@anitakristensen4679]

​@@betsyj59 out of all the news reports I have watched, no mention of them having bear spray.

[@bodee3407]

@@anitakristensen4679 they had some

[@anitakristensen4679]

@@bodee3407 didn't say that in the report. And if they heard the bear they should of had it ready to use. Especially on the the second attack. Yes, I know bears can be silent, but they said they heard it.

[@KrisD007]

@@anitakristensen4679 EXACTLY, it should be ready to use. The bear doesn’t wait for you to get it out! They weren’t brave at all. Lucky, yes…

[@kdt789]

im so happy they are ok. much love to them and prayers of healing.

[@DawnConley]

Tears want stop flowing. I often get mad when my son calls his bestfriend his brother because I never understood until now. God Speed Guys

[@onetwothreefour2822]

Why would that make you mad

[@matthewbinslidin7055]

Kendell, if your reading this your a hero. Thank God your all alive

[@nancyjb7080]

I live in Montana and bear encounters are not unusual, particularly at this time of year as they eat and eat and prepare for winter; these young men are so lucky to survive and tell about an encounter with a grizzly; fortunately they were smart and able to help each other out; glad they will all recover - they were lucky and blessed

[@Hhhhhhhhkbklo]

Is it smart to be out in the woods right before hibernation, knowing they’re currently hunting for food in THEIR environment?

[@eh3477]

No, and in many public lands it's illegal to collect shed antlers. Also, people aren't supposed to encroach on wildlife habitat so that the critters can find 1000s of calories for hibernation. These yahoos aren't heroes. If they were seriously hurt, wildlife officials would likely hunt and kill the bear.

[@KrisD007]

@Fittastic Shape others say they had a gun and bear spray but they didn’t have any ready to use. Not bright…

[@piponamyriel13]

This is what we called best friend forever i am happy that these young man alive thanks god 🙏

[@lindatoews5265]

So happy those boys survived, friends for life.❤️

[@rawbots6857]

That's a true friend. I hope that guy gets all the successes this world has to offer.

[@whatitisnt.]

Let's start a GoFundMe for the friend whom saved his friend. What a hidden gem! God bless!

[@johngallagher2720]

Fighting a bear for your friend that’s the kinda friends we all need

[@deelynrae2696]

Every year... spring & fall bears become aggressive before & after hibernation. They are Protectors of their space. People need to spread the awareness to avoid these attacks but man I am so glad these kids are okay.

[@GameTime-yj6qv]

Seems like the bear outwrestled the college wrestler and pinned him clean using brute force lol. But in all seriousness, they are lucky to be alive, prayers for their recovery. That guy is a hero putting his life on the line to save his friend.

[@glazedconfused]

I wish I had a friend like that… a true hero.

[@sneakerdrip88]

If you can survive a bear attack you can survive anything! Awesome story. God bless these brave young men. 🙏🏼 🫡 🇺🇸 💜

[@SkippyOnMeBalls]

how about slug shot?

[@strongheadgame9490]

Just like how you survived your uncle's violent assault on your anus. Stay blessed, my boy. ✌

[@KrisD007]

Brave? Hiking in bear country without bear protection ready to use?

[@aydenclark3957]

@@KrisD007 they did but I came at them so fast

[@edenbercier7511]

NO. Don't make this sound like some type of once-in-a-lifetime bro-bonding experience! This is a traumatic, unthinkable incident that no one would ever dream of really encountering; the feeling of abject terror as you or your friends ar being mauled ripped apart right in front of you. So sad. Hopefully they seek therapy and have a good support system.

[@anyanka04]

You’re all amazing! ❤ xxx

[@BrLambert]

I read that a bear before hibernation consumes over 22,000 calories a day...not a good thing

[@jasonwebster8027]

God bless your bravery for your selflessness Kendall

[@maryannturton9830]

True friendship! Never leave a brother in trouble!👊💞

[@Alexis_005]

Why is it that the person trying to save someone, trying to stop a fight, gets hurt the worse

[@tashalennox4398]

The second guy is one brave guy....not only running into the attack to save his mate but being able to make a life saving decision to put his arm into the bear's mouth like it was a chew toy...all so the bear would bite into that instead of his neck.....some people are literally made differently....i know i couldn't do it. Well done buddy!

[@neilrevinnews6026]

Seriously, these guys had so much luck. The bear jaws is so strong and if the bear is hungry he won't stop until it breaks all the bones.

[@scottklepner]

no other sport in HS or college prepares a person for this as wrestling. the sacrifice, commitment, and empathy for your brothers enabled these men to survive.

[@barbarjinks8170]

You know what the easiest way to avoid a bear attack is? DONT HANG OUT WHERE BEARS DO.

[@gloriah1449]

Good Bless them..I have a 23 year old son and I can't imagine 😢 I pray for fast healing. 🙏

[@evy2837]

I wanna hug them all for sticking together ❤️ brotherhood for life

[@angelwingsrus]

Thank God these young men are alive. Quick thinking and team work. ❤️🙏🏼

[@masja1790]

So lucky they made it. Bless them. But I also feel sorry for the bear/ animals that struggle with finding food. So sad what we have done to this beautiful planet.

[@barbaraeggleston6858]

Prayers for healing and a speedy recovery in my jesus name 🙏very brave young man

[@Unknown-ou7cr]

Thank god these guys are ok…. When these kids get older this will be one heck of a story for the children and grandchildren

[@juliekrol]

This is amazing to hear…people in Canada used to knock wrestling and mma saying these guys are just jerks who like violence, but most of these guys have more heart than anyone else ❤

[@riversmcmullan5282]

Well done and God bless! These young men were raised right!

[@FourStrongWinds4]

OMG! That's awful! So glad all 4 of you survived the attack! Me and my BFF hiked up a Mt. in Catskills, NY when we were about 10, we were in a stream so we were able to float and swim our way away from it. It was huge! We are much older now, but we both remember that day years ago. It is something we never forgot, as I'm sure these men will not either! God bless them in their recovery!

[@joedirtnorcal2501]

God bless you young man I'm glad you guys are all together that tip the odds. I'm from Northern California and I came close to a bear in the cub my dog got mauled protecting me but he survived anyways it's no joke when you come across any kind of bear I'm glad you young men are alive and strong what a heck of a story you'll live with this the rest of your life but you're still here God bless you. Joe Dirt Arizona

[@anntrope491]

Glad both these young men have survived...pray they heal up , physically, & mentally. ..this is definitely something that would give them P.T.S.D....NO DOUBT !!

[@f.m.r.1437]

Bless those 4 guys. The one left with all those facial scars will always be handsome. It starts inside.

[@courtneybell3492]

Glad you guys are okay!!! So brave

[@nancybashista1390]

Prayers for quick healing for these men 🙏

[@vaishnavipillai7329]

I hope they get well soon!! 🙏

[@TAZ70]

Prayers for a speedy recovery. So happy they made it...

[@pamelasmith8330]

God bless and heal those young men! 🙏🏻❤️

[@RayRayOfficial_]

amazing teammates they're just like brothers!

[@cindyrussell1581]

Glad to know you young men are ok. Get better, best wishes.🇨🇦

[@melindaholt5909]

Wow that’s the best friendship you can have.

[@gerryarbour2336]

These guys are all fortunate to have each other for friends!

[@christinepeniaranda8484]

Oh no. Guys that's a dangerous activity. Get well soon.

[@poppinc8145]

Those scratch marks are so close to his eyes, it's a miracle Cummings didn't get permanently blinded.

[@swindle888yamani2]

Now thats a real Friend

[@KarinaTheDreama]

That’s a WIN FOR THE SEASON! Love u guys.

[@memyself7956]

I wonder if being wrestlers (athletes) helped in their fight against the bear. Thankful they have each other & are alive to share their story. Praying they both make a full recovery & are able to take care of their mental health as well. I can't imagine how traumatic this all was & still is. Sending loving energy their way.

[@Mryiyo209.]

THUMBNAIL HIS FRIENDS LIKE I SCRATCHED MY ARM ON A TREE WHILE RUNNING FROM THE BEAR.

[@Altharis44]

Amazing story ❤ Prayers to all of them

[@vinnielalumia]

Did they find any antlers though?

[@kimthomas8717]

So scary 😟 glad they survived

[@davidmacos2916]

Hello 👏 Kim Thomas

[@avengernemesis7990]

Good on you lot - you survived the bear fight. Thank goodness you are alive and safe. Australia ❤️

[@aishanicole3447]

That’s a friend 4life right there. Risking his own life, fighting the bear to save his friend. Forget that! He’s a brother.

[@danideruse]

You know once they’re healed up and wresting again they’ll have a great story to scare their opponents with. “I’ve wrestled a bear, surely I can take you!”

[@madgemackles4337]

So happy they only came out with those injuries

[@brendaallen1060]

Amazing! These boys have one heck of a "Bear Story" to tell their Kids in the future & Scars to prove it! Bless them ALL *friends for life*

[@daniellemorris159]

Incredible friendship ❤️

[@amanda8399]

Wow!! Thankful they all survived!!!

[@FLUTTERYO]

Thank the good Lord you all are ok❤ sending healing prayers 🙏 from Upper Michigan 🫂

[@lastnameiscarter]

Why didn’t the other two help?

[@ourmandan]

I pray that should I ever be in a similar situation, I would have the willpower to do the right thing. I'm sure it wasn't easy.

[@joelouis-arena4061]

These two guys are really lucky. And brave.

[@uno3863]

Not lucky at all, blessed 🙏🏽

[@sakurafalls2468]

@@uno3863 No, lucky.

[@uno3863]

@@sakurafalls2468 how u figure Sakurita? 🤔

[@sakurafalls2468]

@@uno3863 Because it's literally a bear. If it wanted to kill them, it could have. They were lucky. I could ask the same of you: why do you think they were blessed?

[@uno3863]

@@sakurafalls2468 because luck has nothing to do with God having your back when something as horrifying and devastating as this happens and you live to talk about it 💯

[@jenkat339]

Kendall is a hero! Glad they survived such a traumatic attack!!

[@sunlightplz7424]

Wow.....Glad these four young men survived the bear attack. Can't imagine the terror, but sometimes it's amazing what gear your body can shift into when faced with circumstances like this one. Get well soon boys! And maybe when searching for antler sheds...pack the bear spray . Be well stay safe

[@ddeboy002]

how are you guys doing? Hope you are recovering nicely.

[@sadieireland7199]

Ughhh that's terrifying!! I'm so happy these young men are ok! God bless you all 🙏❤️

[@heidiwilliams2591]

These guys are what humanity is about!

[@KrisD007]

LMAO, or stupidity, hiking in bear without bear protection ready to use?

[@pamdavis6604]

Omgsh guys grateful your ok. Thank God ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@amandabonanza]

Amen to their Bravery.

[@virginiasantillan2267]

That’s Called True Friends And Herod

[@lancegallant3647]

You guys are all amazing gj Brothers have each other's back till the end of time !! ❤️ Special friends

[@trudymaenza9672]

Thank goodness the young men were able to get away from Grizzly. They kept cool and stayed together.

[@samdish]

They didn't fight off the bear; the bear moved on. If that bear really wanted, they'd be dead.

[@ryanwaidalowski9221]

Those are true boys to each other. Glad you guys made it out OK

[@RIGiantsGuy]

Great brotherhood!!! God Bless guys!!!

[@kharris0465]

I saw a big head hungry looking bear on my first long bike ride. I stopped and waved down a rescue ride. Thank you Mike! Thank you for stopping for me.

[@justfun-yg7uw]

Невероятное мужество! Поступок настоящего мужчины!