In Depth Alaska: Bear mauling survivor describes attack

[@ianholl9100]

Thanks for letting this young man tell his story and not interrupt. So many podcasters just want to hear themselves talk.

[@zusanli251]

I disagree. His constant whispered "waow"s very really distracting

[@ianholl9100]

@zusanli251 We all can't be good as interviewers as you.

[@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery]

Kind of taking advantage of the situation for views, so i can see why he didn't want to interrupt his story, but he said it happened last Saturday, so maybe a little too soon. Let the man rest up, hes obviously still Traumatized. Man people will do anything for views. I guess he didn't have to do the podcast, but he seems extremely uncomfortable

[@Primrosethegoose]

I cried seeing him thinking about his son and wife. This is a great man. His dad is an amazing man! God bless all of them and I’m so glad that wife and son still have him 🥺❤️

[@nadagabri5783]

Wish they would have interviewed his dad too, if even for a moment. This young man certainly looks up to and has immense respects for him. Both amazing humans.

[@johnryan2193]

Why are they amazing ?

[@aoife4218]

Amazing human to hunt bear and get mauled by one. Uses his gun to kill when they are in his territory

[@Master...deBater]

@@aoife4218 "His territory"...who's territory??? Sooo...people can't go where animals live? We are animals...where are we allowed to be according to your cultural Marxist philosophy???

[@urus.T]

@@aoife4218 mf it's a bear. it shits, sleeps, hunts/forages, reproduces, life over. nothing to feel for

[@brendaann727]

@@aoife4218 - So you are saying they should have just let the bear kill them because they were perpetrators?

[@alsatful]

This guy is a survivor but I see the trauma in him , I hope he speaks with someone as he will suffer from PTSD for awhile and rightly so , this is a life changing moment

[@ironblud]

Yep. You can see him holding back tears or fear within the first few seconds.

[@kdw75]

@@ironblud Nothing like the trauma of losing a parent or child. Combat is childs play in comparison.

[@ironblud]

@@kdw75 I’m a dad of young boys who I take hunting with me all the time. One of the areas we hunt has black bears, although typically timid they hold the record for the most fatalities on humans. When we are out in bear woods I do my best to remain on alert yet still allow them to explore and be independent. It’s not always easy.

[@ruck27]

@@ironbludI think the main reason black bears have higher kill rate is because they are more numerous in population. Also grizzly and polar bears are usually away from populated areas

[@ironblud]

@@ruck27 I am sure that is part of the equation. Just know that black bears have the same potential.

[@WRB3400]

Had an encounter with a large black bear and her cub 5 years ago, no gun, first light, 10 feet growling and for some reason she did not charge, very lucky and that was the last time I went in the woods without my 40 pistol. He is lucky to be alive, thank god!

[@kingactivistdeuce]

I won’t lie bro. It was rather unintelligent for you to go in ANY woods without a firearm. Who even does that family?

[@Wendy-bm3fl]

You were lucky...

[@tammyhollandsworth6783]

😮so glad that you and your dad survived this traumatic day. Thank you Jesus! ❤

[@kathy888]

Such an impressive, blessed young man, surrounded by loving, supportive family and friends.

[@AngelsTrumpett]

amen

[@user-be9nz8tk5m]

Thank Allah, the one true God. The one who sent Jesus with the Gospel which said to worship 1 god and that Jesus is Gods Phrophet. Jesus never claimed to be God

[@vf12497439]

You can totally see the shock that’s still in him. Glad these guys made it out of this scrape.

[@elizabethcarrington5819]

Wow, what an incredible story. What a gift your dad was in this emergency. I’ll bet it felt like forever until you finally got some real pain medicine. So glad you made it out alive! 😊❤️

[@irenehadhar5557]

This is the kind of hero we should look up to and respect - what a great father son relationship to model and use as a template. Thank you for sharing and so glad you and your father as safe. It is hard to believe you were able to be so prepared and skilled.

[@tinaann3323]

Tyler, as a survivor of severe P.T.S.D. from years of the Marine Corps and a lifetime of being a Road Deputy in a large Department, the only thing that helps my PTSD injury is “MINDFULNESS”. My Great Dane Gunner would lay on me during my night terrors. Most times I would scare awake. Mindfulness comes in when you do wake, you must instantly realize your at home, your ok and your not at the scene. Smells may affect you for a while (gun powder, antifreeze, battery acid get me- car crashes and gun calls). But again, mindfulness really does help.

[@pawsandplaynola]

I hope you can find peace . When i was a lil boy i would hear my dad fighting in his sleep all the time. He was and still is L.E. I never knew what was going on but i would creep to make sure he and my mom were okay. I do not know how she sept in a bed with him. They are still married but I really felt your comment. I became a public servant and I have my struggles. Antifreeze, rubber, airbags, burning wood, hair and flesh. Some times i can not eat roasted chicken or BBQ. May you find peace. Blessed are the peacemakers.

[@scottbivins4758]

He said them goat fuckers in the middle east couldn't kill him he said he going to be damned if he going to let a grizzly do it😂😂😂

[@teatonaz]

Wow,… so sorry to hear the effects of being in L.E. On both you and your father/mother. Huge thanks for your service and his. I agree on the mindfulness for sure. After taking 3 rounds working retail out of college, it took me a couple years before I was up to full speed again. We now have so much more help via the internet, YT etc, than we did back in ‘86. Anyway, stay frosty and thanks again for all you have done !! Cheers,

[@yellowdeer7163]

This incident that happened to him and his dad will last for generations. What story to tell his children and grandchildren.

[@shawnrigsby6534]

What story? That they went out of their way & off the trail into a bears territory to kill it. Amazing

[@chase4116]

@@shawnrigsby6534 They were in nature, as humans are allowed to do. We are also allowed to defend ourselves. In nature animals fight all the time, this time the bear lost. Go back to your couch nerd.

[@Master...deBater]

@@shawnrigsby6534 Apparently you didn't listen to the story! They went "out of their way"...which way is that??? The went "Off trail"...he was attacked on the trail! This wasn't in a private park...you don't have to follow a trail while hunting...clown!!! What is a "bears territory"...are no other animals allowed inside a "bears territory"??? Why didn't the bear adequately mark his territory with a no trespassing sign???

[@daigoro7216]

@@shawnrigsby6534 That ain't bear territory. That was in Alaska. A territory claimed by the United States of America which is run by humans. That's human land, bwoahhhhh.

[@FaceFcuk]

​@shawnrigsby6534 it always warms my heart to here that hunters going out their way to hunt and kill bears and other wildlife for FUN , get attacked themselves 😂I call that karma. The bear was doing what bears do and lost its life because some ppl wanted to invade its space and hunt and kill for fun.

[@alanhope8971]

I survived a near plane crash, and I recognize the manner in which he’s talking about what happened to him. He’s still in shock, but it’s really good to have to talk about it. The trauma leaves the body via the spoken word.

[@freewithnature]

Some of the trauma leaves with spoken word anyways.

[@nicechock]

Its not as bad probably as people think. He might have some trauma but maybe not ptsd. He talks about it very coherently and looks to be mentally well intact.

[@pawsandplaynola]

No PUN, to be mauled by a Grizz and survive. Then to survive an 10mm through the leg. Very fortunate Tyler. Speedy Recovery Brother.

[@nr126]

His gun

[@upinalaska49]

@@nr126yeah, that’s what he just said. He took a 10mm to the leg. We already know it was his gun, he says hit himself, what’s your point?

[@mattressfour20]

I don't understand your "No PUN.." comment.

[@ed1019-h8o]

They were not mauled by a bear there needs to be legislation to fine people who should know better like this fellow who try to popularize stories for attention which put bears and people at risk by undermining well known bear education and awareness skills. If he is an experienced hunter he knows the dynamic which occurred and that this was a defensive position by the yearling bear just older than a cub, I saw the photo of the bear it was small, the mother may have been close by just let it go on it's own. This bear was startled, likely never seen people before, scared ect acting out of fear. This is an example of a person attempting to gain attention at the expense of important bear awareness education which saves peoples and bears lives and/or prevents injury to both.

[@ed1019-h8o]

This was a scared and stressed yearling bear. They were not mauled by a bear drama queens here, there needs to be legislation to fine people who should know better like this fellow who try to popularize stories for attention which put bears and people at risk by undermining well known bear education and awareness skills. If he is an experienced hunter he knows the dynamic which occurred and that this was a defensive position by the yearling bear just older than a cub. This bear was startled, likely never seen people before, scared ect.. This is an example of a person attempting to gain attention at the expense of important bear awareness education which saves peoples and bears lives and/or prevents injury to both.

[@monarcal8365]

Just saw the video clip, glad to see this interview!

[@bethlynadams9559]

I grew up and lived in Anchorage, Alaska for 30 years. In 1980 my husband and I hiked a portion of Resurrection trail. We weren’t very bear savvy and didn’t have any bear spray because it wasn’t on the market yet. He did have a 357 magnum revolver for “protection”, but really wasn’t gun proficient. We had a great time, good weather, etc. Stayed in a forest service cabin. Saw a big bull moose in a lake adjacent to the trail. The only sign of bear was an old pile of berry filled bear scat in the middle of the trail, but no tracks were visible. We were young and dumb, but fortunately didn’t encounter bears of any kind. I’m glad that you were able to recover and share your story. Thank you!

[@superbug1977]

Wow. This guy is grounded and sensible and greatful. Not all of us would have survived his ordeal--I'm thinking he and his father have the right insides to deal with whatever comes at them. And it is your internal strength that counts.

[@lukewarm2075]

No one will begrudge you if u never went out alone again great video😊

[@rabbithomesteading3797]

He is so positive on the whole thing. Very mentally strong guy! And that creates a survivor! Tyler is a perfect example of it. Great Job Tyler and I am sure you will heal quick!

[@sandrarawn2147]

Hello from Ontario Canada I'm so thankful that you survived your bear attack. The wounds you can see will heal but the trauma you've gone through is the real work. Be patient with yourself during this part of the healing. A friend told me that the trauma was the worst part. Please see a therapist. God bless you, your dad and your family.

[@turogers13]

The story was very upsetting. That poor young man will probably have ptsd for the rest of his life. God bless him. So happy he survived. ❤

[@michaelraines93]

WOW! thanks for telling us your story. the army was constantly saying "hope for the best, prepare for the worst"! you lived that truth! God speed on total recovery.

[@chrisbaker2004]

Incredible man, incredible dad. A lot of luck and preparation and training led to a great outcome considering.

[@PatriotUpNorth]

Wow, incredible story and so happy it turned out well, prayers for a speedy recovery! Nice to have your father by your side! ✌🏼🙏🏼

[@teresanorman3607]

Awesome interview. Thank u both

[@joeszalay2052]

I love this dad point of view, calm and direct

[@Stardusted1]

Tyler! You are incredible. The PTSD you are going through is normal. Cry as much as you need to because what you went through is just terrible! Best of luck to you and your family. ❤

[@teaacustardcream2868]

PTSD is a condition that needs to be diagnosed by a medical physician. He looks anxious and on verge of tears but that doesn’t automatically mean he has PTSD

[@jrock2460]

@@teaacustardcream2868you’re right! He has no business trusting his LYING emotions and the viewer has no business stating that he obviously has PTSD. We have to wait for the PRO to tell him what he has. Do you really exist? Are you just BSing and trolling? I hope so.

[@teaacustardcream2868]

@@jrock2460 We don’t know if he has PTSD is all I’m saying. Calm down. PTSD has an actual definition. persistent, distorted cognitions about the cause or consequences of the traumatic event that lead the individual to blame himself/herself or others. Persistent negative emotional state (e.g., fear, horror, anger, guilt, or shame). Markedly diminished interest or participation in significant activities. intrusion, avoidance, negative alterations in cognitions and mood, and alterations in arousal and reactivity

[@littlefox2324]

@@teaacustardcream2868. Good grief, the amount of hysteria in these comments has me doubting the intelligence of most humans on the inter webs. What the heck is going on? And you’re right- no one knows if Tyler has any long term emotional trauma, that would be a clinical diagnosis, not some random teenager on KZbin to decipher lol. Whew

[@brendaann727]

@@teaacustardcream2868 - It's a long term reaction that becomes a problem, true. But it's normal to have emotional stress from a traumatic event for a while afterwards.

[@JWoodcock]

Lot going on for Tyler right now thats for sure. You can plainly feel that he is still sorting it all out emotionally - as I imagine any man does for AWHILE after something like this! I bet he'll be blessed over and over the rest of his life, with a sense of wonder and thanks over this crazy incident!

[@UniAngel1708]

This is so scary and unbelievable to me,you and your father are both so Blessed to have each other’s backs !! True heroes,wish you a quick recovery ❤️‍🩹

[@mattclarke4698]

Impressive young man!! I'm happy he is alright and his Dad sounds like a stud! In fact, that applies to Tyler also. Thank you and God Bless you!!

[@linmorell1813]

They were well prepared. Both were incredible. Having his dad and the right equipment was life saving. His dad was down to earth saying ´you don’t die of pain.´ Well done both of you., glad you both survived.

[@run_N_DoubleB_gun_N]

Glad you made out alive my man! This is a story you will tell the rest of your life.

[@ctin904]

What a story! Wonderful that you were both prepared and knew what to do.

[@wildaltarose]

So great that you had your dad with you, I pray that you will heal quickly. I hope your dad and you will not to have to relive this moment forever. May God give you peace you continue to heal.

[@russhayes4882]

What an incredible story really can't imagine something like that .I just hope you recover well !

[@crossedrifles11b]

Very happy you survived Brother. I hope you won’t let this keep you out of the wild. God bless you and your dad.

[@patnoble1914]

This boy must have balls big as church bells to have kept his cool like he did.

[@PianoGirl76]

😂 That phrasing is amazing and true!

[@diannabolden7378]

Poor baby, thank God your here and alright. I felt so sad when he almost cried this is very sad but thank God he is here to spend the rest of he'life with his family❤❤❤

[@PriscillaConsiglio-so5yz]

I cannot begin to imagine what you have gone through and your father. I am so happy that you survived for your family and friends . God has a purpose for your life and story.....

[@Behumblesitdown420]

Tyler you handled yourself well as did your father. Good luck in Texas never forget your AK roots - rock on.! Thank Jesus you are still here for your wife and fam. Big thanks to dad of course! Great bear story, a true survivor.

[@655Louisa]

As a city girl -- I have no knowledge of huntring, guns or bears. I was riveted by this story. Wow,. Sounds like son and dad knew how to prepare for a camping/hiking trip. It probably saved both of them that there was space between them before the bear attacked. I also love the great relationship between father and son. What a. traumatic event! I hope the son gets some counselling because PTSD is going to be real. I'm glad you are survived because things could have gone really wrong. I think I'll stick to my city life. Bears scare me to death.

[@jewel58s]

Thank you for doing a follow up from your first video immediately following your bear attack. Good to see that you’re doing so well. No body better to have with you but a Fish and Game Officer/Dad with at times like that.

[@nunzioification]

Nobody should be forced to rely on bear spray, our guns are our claws

[@lukewarm2075]

From what he said I don't think bear spray would have helped that guy was in the way of the bear 😊

[@justyuyun1557]

bear spray didn't work on a bear that in aggressive mode . its only work on the one that calm and goofy and small one .

[@aoife4218]

😂😂😂 gun is not part of your body so unfair. Just don't hunt bears

[@dickfitswell3437]

A study by U.S. and Canadian researchers has found bear spray to be more effective at stopping aggressive bear behavior than guns, working in 92% of studied incidents versus 67% for guns.[151]

[@dickfitswell3437]

A study by U.S. and Canadian researchers has found bear spray to be more effective at stopping aggressive bear behavior than guns, working in 92% of studied incidents versus 67% for guns. His dad saved him. His gun just went thru its body. Had he sprayed it would immediately run off. It died thanks to his father shooting it in the head.

[@V13-u1c]

Wow! I can't even imagine this happening. Amazing teamwork!!! God blessed those two that day!

[@lauraquigley6403]

God Bless You & your Dad! 🙏🙏🙏

[@interrestrial9815]

Congratulations. Preparation, awareness, and staying in control of yourselves. Good job. Sorry for the attack but it is always a possibility in that country. Good oh for both you.

[@marianfrances4959]

Thanks for sharing your experience. A real wake-up call for many, no doubt. Continued healing and safe adventures ahead.🙏😎🇨🇦💝

[@Caoucaren]

Whats that saying? what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, well young man You are indeed a Survivor.

[@vancouverislandandthething3945]

I think the emotional scars will take a lot longer to heal from. And his Dad - He's a lucky man to have a father like that and visa versa.

[@gailierunninglynx7310]

Great story and you're a Great Guy. Blessings to both you and your wonderful Dad. Heal Well. ~❤~

[@regalsurvivor3418]

Amazing story! God bless you all involved

[@Orangeshebert]

A respectable young man with an exceptional father. I’m wondering at the extreme environmental change. Sounds like he will be fine. Glad his outcome was as it was!

[@AlaskaMan2]

Bet he changes that holster. Good job Dad and son, staying calm, doing it right. Glad they are alive and healthy. 🙏

[@carlabunn1134]

I am glad you are a survivor. You will need your resilience when you learn about Austin, Texas politics. I moved out of Austin to a small town outside of the insanity.

[@jrock2460]

@@carlabunn1134 bingo!

[@lawaincooley6788]

May the Lord bless him through his healing and recovery. What a traumatic experience. I can't fathom it.

[@thomastucker5998]

Glad to see you are recovering well. That’s one heck of an experience. Scary stuff. You were lucky to have your father with you with all his experience and training. I wasn’t there but I don’t think bear spray would have helped you much in that situation. You probably would’ve gotten it all over yourself as well, and then what? 10 mm is the best bear spray in close quarters combat when you are fighting for your life with an animal that fights for a living. Once again, glad you are doing well.

[@paddlefar9175]

Bear Spray would have stopped the Bear instantly if he had it in hand, which you should have if there is Bear scat on the trail and high grass. Bear Spray works instantly, bullets don’t unless you hit the spinal cord. He shot it several times before it stopped slashing and biting him.

[@nundisclosed7135]

​@@paddlefar9175It was already too close plus as he stated he was in the only path of escape for the bear and then he couldn't of sprayed it directly on top of him for his own sake so thankfully in this case he did have a pistol. Many, many times bears run thru the spray anyway if they're in full charge already. Bear spray is great if the bear is coming closer to you say on a trail etc but in this case I don't think it would've done him any good.

[@paddlefar9175]

@@nundisclosed7135 You could be right about that of course, but I am very doubtful it would be statistically the case and I’ll try to explain why I think that. There have been attacks where the Bear exploded out of a concealed spot and was on the person in a few seconds. In one case the young woman had to spray over the back of her head while being bitten on her back and as soon as she deployed the spray, the attack stopped and she was not injured badly and she was able to walk back out. If his father had been carrying spray he too could have given it a dose in the face to stop it biting his son repeatedly. Even if the person getting attacked gets sprayed, or sprays themselves along with the Bear, the most important thing is to get the Bear off as quickly as possible and away from the victim, to minimize repeated serious injuries. His father did not want to shoot the Bear for fear of also hitting his son, but he could easily spray the Bear aiming the continuous stream at the Bear’s eyes and mouth. If his son got a dose too, that would suck but he’d recover. Of course it’s always good to have a high powered firearm too, along with the Bear Spray, when in Grizzly country.

[@sandyjuntunen4088]

@@paddlefar9175 I've heard other stories when bear spray wasn't enough. Also last month an older couple was attacked at a rest stop, man used bear spray & it didn't stop him! He fought a few more minutes before running off, stole a car & drove off! I remember thinking I'll never use that for mace.

[@paddlefar9175]

@@sandyjuntunen4088 Maybe the older man had a bad position with wind or something? There are always outlier situations, but in general, Bear Spray will stop a Bear or a person from attacking and make them want to get away from you. I think most people would be reluctant to shoot someone with a lethal firearm and so they might hesitate, which could be problematic for them, but in the case of a non lethal force like Bear Spray, one is more likely not to hesitate, and it has equal or better stopping power. A large study report that I read showed that a Bear Spray was 98% effective against Bears, so it’s probably close to that with humans if you conceal it at first and then pull it out and use it quickly. A bottle is much smaller and lighter to carry for possible Bear attack than a firearm, so your more likely to have it on your person, than a rifle that is often propped up against something, too far away.

[@skiak004]

Thanks for sharing your story, Tyler. Headed out to moose camp soon and your story convinced me to buy a trauma kit.

[@GlockPerfectionDawg]

@@skiak004 dude had quick clot but couldnt buy a functional holster or invest in some quality muscle memory 😂

[@fellspoint9364]

Yeah , hilarious

[@cindycarnes6441]

Imagine if #46 had gotten rid of 2a. He and his dad would not be here.

[@Daninbristolbay]

Growing up in Soldotna and you didn't expect brown bears up there?! Just an observation there is quite a history of brown bears along that trail. Several others have had close calls and a few maulings over the years I think. I would always expect browns along there - especially Juneau Lake area. Great reactions, good on your dad - probably couldn't find a better trained partner. These Inreaches have saved a bunch of folks now but they can be tricky to work. Best wishes and speedy recovery. Thanks for sharing.

[@paddlefar9175]

Yes, the InReach can be problematic in that the batteries can freeze once they get old. With ours, that we bought ten years ago, I loaned it to my brother who was taking his wife and adult daughter and son on a very wilderness alpine trek, to a lodge that was a six hour ski-in. He was finding that his didn’t work well when he tested it that winter, even though it was a slightly newer InReach, and both of ours had the original batteries. They both failed when he tried to send me a text message when he was out at the trail because the older batteries failed in freezing temperatures. I have replaced the batteries now, but we haven’t paid to activate the InReach yet as we haven’t gone on our usual wilderness canoe trip this year ( due to all the fires and smoke) so I won’t be testing it out this coming winter either, unfortunately, but I’m pretty sure a new battery won’t freeze as easily, especially if the InReach is kept against one’s body, I hope.

[@chase4116]

@@paddlefar9175 That's why you take a personal locater beacon (PLB) with you as well. 2 is 1, 1 is none. Everytime I go in the wilderness I have my inReach mini on me and a small PLB in case one of them fails. My life is worth the minimal cost.

[@drillbabydrill25-d6p]

I am not a hunter but maybe its good idea to invest in drone and let it scan the area ahead of you. That bear was all in from jump so I don't see what they could have done differently other than having drone.

[@paddlefar9175]

@ Very smart idea! The simple drones now are reasonably priced and have pretty advanced technology. If I had Grizzlies in my area, I’d definitely do that!

[@Daninbristolbay]

@@drillbabydrill25-d6p Highly impractical IMO - That bear might still have been nearly invisible to a drone. And the drone adds more junk to carry and might distract one from paying attention to the surroundings.

[@upnorthoutdoors989]

Great story and God bless him.

[@tgrooms62]

Yes he had a tremendous voice and personality.

[@jasonwilliams1708]

Speedy recovery Tyler! Glad you made it out of there!

[@MrRodgear4444]

Amazing story! Something we think of and never want to deal with but these 2 men handled it way better then me lol, thank god you survived, I spent most of my life in Alaska and an alumni of Bartlett high school, I only dealt with 1 serious inland grizzly charge but I was with the provost marshal from Fort Rich, thank god he knew what to do, just like your dad, I really enjoyed listening to your story young man , our experience with the sow grizz was 1972

[@paddlefar9175]

External frame back pack it is then, when in Grizzly Bear country. It sounds like it will save your neck!

[@maxcapacity7022]

Balls of steel man. Keep at er.

[@drillbabydrill25-d6p]

My Uncle would always tell me sometimes you get the bear & sometimes the bear gets you. This is living proof its true.

[@oni-one574]

Note to self, do not use a strapped retention holster when hunting.

[@whynottalklikeapirat]

Sith apprentice: I’m Darth Maul!!! Resident Grizzly: The irony …

[@a.phillips6892]

Thankful they are both alive, but don’t go into their territory with the intent of killing them and expect to not be attacked. Don’t try to kill them.

[@jacobbrewer6265]

Yeah that’s always in the back of my mind too…I feel bad for them but at the same time, I’ve never been mauled by a bear at a super market. I guess some people just need that rush. Idk reward doesn’t seem worth it when you account for the high risk.

[@a.phillips6892]

@@jacobbrewer6265 Thanks for not bashing my comment. I love all Gods creatures, finned, furred and feathered, I could never kill.

[@LadyintheWoods]

Texas is a complete different world, as I’m sure you know but I hope and pray you find solace in the woods down here or the ocean for the peace you’ll miss in the mountains. God be with you young man ❤

[@vancouverislandandthething3945]

I wonder if Grizzlies, Brown and Black Bears ever get together and discuss surviving a Human attack?

[@TylerJohnson-Ak]

not this one

[@Dee-nonamnamrson8718]

Unless this is tongue-in-cheek, you need to stop watching Disney movies.

[@AlaskanWhiskeyOfficial]

if "so anyway I started blasting" was a moment

[@WillieLee-xf6xd]

Saw the first video when they were waiting for the chopper after the encounter. I was one of the fools who initially thought the bear was alive and just pondering the moment before moving on. Clearly, I'm no hunter.

[@robbietrout6316]

He's reliving that shit while he's talking about it.

[@Nextdoorneighbor625]

Bless you

[@markanderson3870]

First rule when in bear country: make a lot of noise. Not the first time hunters sneaking around being quiet led to an attack.

[@deedubs602]

Such an unfortunate event. It’s not like the bear stalked them then proceeded to attack. It was probably sleeping and was startled by 2 scary humans. It probably could’ve been avoided if the guys were making more noise while walking through the tall grass, a place where bears like to hide. Sounds like the Dad made enough noise to deter it but his Kid didn’t make a sound from what it sounded like from the interview. Brown bears are such beautiful magnificent Powerful creatures. Don’t get me wrong I’m glad they are both o.k. . It’s just unfortunate the bear was killed in the incidental confrontation.

[@TimothyHobin]

Very good story good luck in your recovery God bless

[@FrankH-d6x]

Glad you are okay young man, good Daddy you got there. I'm in black bear country and I have this conversation with people often, .45ACP or 10MM while in the back country. The first for people, the 10mm is for bears.

[@heatheruntz5315]

What kinda ammo do you use for the 10mm?

[@FrankH-d6x]

@@heatheruntz5315 like the man said Buffalo bore or Underwood I would say. A lot of 10mm is underpowered.

[@disposable_hero2748]

I use underwood 200gr in 10mm as well as federal premium 200gr hardcast. Shoots great in my XDM 10mm

[@gswguy4554]

Wonder what 10mm he used? A G20? Glad you both are okay 🙏

[@GraveyardJack]

@@Goldsniper33 There are no 250-300gr 10mm's.

[@shauna5466]

Seems like a Catch-22 hunters want to be quiet to get their prey, but for bear safety they say make noise so they know you’re coming!

[@redelfshotthefood8213]

As I understand it, most human hunting is ambush. Bear hunting is freight train.

[@ed1019-h8o]

True, this was a young bear who was surprised no drama here, a defensive attack, likely never seen people before. 95% of g. bear attacks are defensive based on highly credible studies readily available on line.

[@mattwells5022]

Breakfast will taste good for a while. Always be grateful 🙏

[@jenr2180]

Praise God they were so prepared ‐ what a blessing!!! Smart guys😊

[@gcjctc2]

First, so glad you and your father are ok (as much as anyone could be after this dramatic experience) but damn you and your father are fucking real men! Would want you boys on my six. Very best wishes to a full mental and physical recovery.

[@DiAbLo_BlAnCo87]

Yeah there’s about a 90% chance they’re going to be on Joe Rogan soon

[@emiliovaldez9384]

Imagine having this on cam , GoPro footage of this would be insane

[@hisservants8003]

God Bless this young man and his father. I am so glad he is safe and healing!

[@marklafata6893]

Truly interesting with somebody with that much training could let a bear get that close to them knowing you’re in bear Country. I’m curious why when you’re in bear Country you’re not walking with your firearm glued to your palm 🧐 I think next time you’re in Bear Country, you will take that route

[@GMATTOEFLSATGRECOACH]

....because they were not Native Americans who are on the war path whenever they enter bear country!

[@terriejohnston8801]

GOD WAS WITH YOU....along w the wisdom of father & son together.

[@TitaniumTurbine]

It seems like they did everything in response/reaction. Not sure what “god” what have done here. Also, they chose to go bear hunting. FAFO.

[@JB-ef7ks]

Plot twist = That bear took one for his team to save his brother's in paws!!! He knew they were there to hunt his kinfolk and said NOT ON MY WATCH!!!

[@kavansurf]

you know grizzly's eat black bears too right? kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5Lcg3Sjq7t5bJI

[@KTMGREG55]

You guys have no idea what it’s like to be below you in 🇨🇦 and not being allowed to be armed for these scenarios/situations . Makes no sense , being chased or attacked by a Black bear or a Moose or a Wolf or aggressive Cougar had made me re-think most of my exploration hikes and hunting adventures. Props to you , i’ve always told myself if I could I’d pack a 10mm to make sure I had enough stopping power 👌🤙

[@dickfitswell3437]

Y'all have to vote Trudeau out. I just saw a video of him while he was a teacher and he was so pro gun and "you can't take our guns away from us" and then he started attending WEF summits and adopted their policies which they promised him he would be PM. Now he wants everyone's guns.

[@brendaann727]

You are in Canada & can't even have arms to protect yourself from an attack?

[@KTMGREG55]

@@brendaann727 nope. It’s complete bullshit . And why I don’t venture as much or in certain places or certain times of the year . I have a take down 10/22 but that’s not gonna do anything. Just for survival purposes mainly . And the hassle of having it on/with me during a stop or crossing paths with a Conservation officer is a whole other shit show 🤦‍♂️😤😡. We live in the most forested and large predator animal infested part of North America and we can’t do shit to protect ourselves. Or our families and property .

[@EJW124]

@@brendaann727no we don’t allow guns, only hunting season with a tight licence, it’s not like the US we don’t allow it.

[@Truthseeker-sd2ho]

You went out to shoot bear and wolves? What the hell for? Glad you survived the grizzly attack, but which animal began the venture with killing as the major intent, huh?

[@MontanaGrizzsky]

Be quiet beta male

[@longgone9869]

Did I miss it or did he explain why he moved to the shit hole of Austin Texas from the Beautiful state of Alaska

[@MegF142857]

I'm guessing for a job in Austin area. Said allowed to do "remote work", which seems while he is recovering in Alaska. Be quite a shock of adjustment to weather to move from Alaska to central Texas in August. Been heat index around 112F last few days. Good point about staying in Alaska to be treated for a bear wound (like a cat with lots of bacteria). He didn't say much about the right calf with tourniquet, but must be a nasty bite & claw on that leg. Seems the 10mm gun shot was less bad than the bear. Wow!

[@sedg03]

No grizzly bears..;(

[@dickfitswell3437]

That's what I want to know. Austin is the equivalent of Los Angeles or Seattle and full of leftist hippies who refuse to hear other opinions. Outside of Austin is beautiful but hot and no mountains or snow except the usual 5yr flurry or 10yr two inch snowfall and freeze.

[@dickfitswell3437]

​@@sedg03no grizzlies but now he has far left Democrats which are just as dangerous

[@1romancatholic]

Guessing job, too. Tx is way too hot & humid (West Tx is dry but not the rest. Ugh). It is so horrendous where you cannot even enjoy anything outdoorsy…at 9pm if you go for a walk, it can still be 98 out.

[@southside1975]

What team these 2 make together I would go hunting with them anywhere.

[@N238E]

That bear F'd around and found out.

[@deansmith8328]

Why would you want to shoot a wolf sheep or bear ?? You ain’t gonna eat it ?? Just for fun I suppose?? 🙄🙄

[@funlegomathteachathome1256]

Blessings from Cleveland

[@danieldonegan6914]

Hiking in central Texas much safer. Watch out for rattlesnakes, the heat, and scumbags on sixth street and you’ll be fine. Hope you have a quick recovery.

[@jrock2460]

@@danieldonegan6914 scumbags on sixth are pretty dangerous.

[@danieldonegan6914]

@@jrock2460 nothing a 10mm won’t handle.

[@Caub-Fab-Phuv-Npiab]

​@@danieldonegan69149mm for the hood 10mm for the hood

[@1romancatholic]

@@danieldonegan6914😂 Daniel

[@colethemole1993]

Getting attacked by a grizzly but also getting shot is a wild thing to come out of, he’s lucky his dad was there!

[@wildaltarose]

Not a. Grizzly, but a brown bear.

[@colethemole1993]

@@wildaltarose Same shit different pile 😂🤦🏻‍♂️

[@rmlestes]

thanks

[@cachi-7878]

Jeez! I just came over from Mr Bean’s YT channel. He was talking about this story.

[@agentgeo1]

Number 1 rule. Don't go into the long grass!!