In Depth Alaska: Bear mauling survivor describes attack

[@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.

[@ianholl9100]

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

[@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???

[@Dolo.4L]

@@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.

[@vf12497439]

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

[@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

[@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 🥺❤️

[@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! 😊❤️

[@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.

[@monarcal8365]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@lukewarm2075]

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

[@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.

[@teresanorman3607]

Awesome interview. Thank u both

[@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.

[@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!

[@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. ❤

[@chrisbaker2004]

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

[@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.

[@ctin904]

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

[@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!

[@PatriotUpNorth]

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

[@run_N_DoubleB_gun_N]

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

[@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!

[@russhayes4882]

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

[@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.

[@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 ❤️‍🩹

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@carlhammill5774]

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]

@@carlhammill5774 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.

[@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.

[@joeszalay2052]

I love this dad point of view, calm and direct

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@gailierunninglynx7310]

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

[@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!

[@paddlefar9175]

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

[@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!

[@lauraquigley6403]

God Bless You & your Dad! 🙏🙏🙏

[@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.

[@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.

[@skiak004]

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

[@Gunsandbunsmma]

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

[@fellspoint9364]

Yeah , hilarious

[@V13-u1c]

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

[@Folderedge]

People that say "right" at the end of every statement has really seen some tough stuff in life

[@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.....

[@Nextdoorneighbor625]

Bless you

[@upnorthoutdoors989]

Great story and God bless him.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@regalsurvivor3418]

Amazing story! God bless you all involved

[@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.

[@southside1975]

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

[@marianfrances4959]

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

[@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!

[@AlaskanWhiskeyOfficial]

if "so anyway I started blasting" was a moment

[@mattwells5022]

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

[@robbietrout6316]

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

[@AlaskaMan2]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@Koj-Yog.Paj-Hlwb.Quav-Xwb]

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

[@1romancatholic]

@@danieldonegan6914😂 Daniel

[@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.

[@jasonwilliams1708]

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

[@DiAbLo_BlAnCo87]

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

[@tgrooms62]

Yes he had a tremendous voice and personality.

[@lawaincooley6788]

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

[@TimothyHobin]

Very good story good luck in your recovery God bless

[@InspiringTravel59]

Very brave, salute to you both

[@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.

[@maxcapacity7022]

Balls of steel man. Keep at er.

[@cachi-7878]

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

[@janearchambault6081]

How big was the bear? Height?

[@kookietherapy9398]

There is a news video that shows where they were and the bear. Try find it. Might be in this description.

[@shadowsniper928]

What gun was he using

[@kavansurf]

said they both had glocks chambered in .40 and 10mm, he shot 7 rounds of 10mm so likely a Model 20, 29, or 40. His dad's firearms was a .40 cal (also what i carry, 23) so could have been model 22, 23, 24, 27, or 35.

[@jefffischer8661]

He said his dad carried a glock 40 glock model 40 is chambered in 10mm. But yes I don’t know if he meant .40 cal or glock 40

[@carlhammill5774]

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

[@funlegomathteachathome1256]

Blessings from Cleveland

[@rmlestes]

thanks

[@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 ❤

[@emiliovaldez9384]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@biblejohn4681]

Tyler, what ammunition did you and your father chose for your pistols? Both Glocks? Where were your rifles?

[@michaelsamuel4159]

It's hard to get a rifle up fast enough to defend from a close proximity attack. I think he said 10mm and 40mm.

[@Athena124]

Don't think a rifle would have helped him in that situation. I'm guessing they had both.

[@ironblud]

@@michaelsamuel4159 that’s the caliber. The type of projectiles can make a huge difference. Hard cast bullets are ideal for animals that size, you want maximum penetration to get to the vitals.

[@susanbengston3208]

Rifles for Hunting, hand guns for self defense, animal charging fast or humans thinking of harming you.

[@ironblud]

@@susanbengston3208 rifles can be used for both hunting and defence from animals. PH’s in Africa and guides in Alaska will use rifles to defend themselves against charging animals. Rifles tend to have a lot more power than a handgun, and that’s what you want. Stopping power!

[@karenwebb695]

Welcome to Austin. I’m glad you’re ok. Here it’s the heat that will kill you! Take care.

[@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

[@N238E]

That bear F'd around and found out.

[@savannahtropix615]

The bear didn't try to alert its prey either...

[@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

[@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.

[@EricBynog-zd4rd]

If you wonder into bear territory you have to assume at some point one will attack you stay on the roads on the paths wondering thru the open grass will get these results

[@skidaddle32]

Just curious … was the bear male or female? What was the bears weight? I’m sure the Wildlife Wardens have those answers and they’ve shared them with you. Thanks for telling your story.

[@stevenmullet1319]

He was on meateater podcast talking about it, and I believe he said it was a 15 year old male.

[@m0rg4n1sm]

scott from kentucky ballistics would approve!

[@jamesshepherd8565]

What caliber ? 10mm?

[@judykinsman3258]

It’s a 3 to 5 day hike depending on what you find to kill. WOW! How different you see wildlife & wild surroundings than me.

[@Behumblesitdown420]

He was on a hunt, not a hike.

[@stcroixatlast]

Your wild surroundings are filled with wildlife trying to find something to kill. Don’t let the flowers fool you.

[@BushidoDevilDog]

Newsflash for you…Nature is a 24/7/365 murder-fest, and humans have been an integral part of said murder-fest until quite recently. Modern technology merely deludes the Bambi-ist hippie-types into mistakenly thinking otherwise.

[@hisservants8003]

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