Jeremiah Johnson was a FAKE - The Real Story, from Yellowstone National Park.

[@sandrablanchette2239]

There are a lot of great places to go in Cody. However, you are 100% right about the fake town. Don't bother to waste your money.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

Right on.

[@nancyvolke237]

Thanks, Ron, for sharing this interesting story with us!!! Those beautiful scenes and the nature around you were superb 👌 👍🏻👏👏

[@bigchevy350boy]

Can't wait as usual! Happy Sunday Gang!

[@rovin6441]

I loved this video. So close to m home in Mile City. I live right on the Yellowstone River. I met Chief Joe Crow many times. A most wonderful man. I have had the deepest pleasure of working with the Crow in Montana. Great video Ron. I am so impressed with the fact that you dig for facts.

[@OnTheGoWithFlo-Kid22]

What a story Ron and what beautiful photography too I might add! What's wrong with that guy who won't let you film? That's just like cutting off his nose to spite his face. He would probably get a lot more tourists from those who watch your video then any he would lose because of it. Video's I watch are what draws me to want to see something in person. That just makes no sense.

[@lechatbotte.]

It’s about money everyone thinks they should get money. No more for the love of the thing, the job or another person. Thankful Ron loves this and he is so classy in the telling of these stories.

[@kennithminnich]

Wow, this is some beautiful country. I was always in awe as a young man by the ruggedness of these men. All in search of beaver pelts. I think this is my favorite of your many videos. Thank you, Ron..

[@barbaramai7610]

Wow, Ron, I loved this! Growing up in the Rocky Mountains, I love everything about them, the early West and anything about the First Nation people! Sorry your dreams were shattered, but still an interesting story, great presentation! Love the hat, a great look for you!! Look forward to future stories from you.

[@czechmate6916]

Ron I just love your channel and Chris of Wittdocs I learn so much from the two of you. I love watching y’all’s videos before bedtime. The music y’all choose and the two of you have such a soothing and relaxing voice. That’s a very special gift to have. I could listen to the two of all the time. You both know how to capture someone’s attention while telling the story. I pray you have a safe and blessed week ahead. 🙏🙏✝️✝️

[@bobbieg3904]

I agree! They both are my favorites! I watch them in the morning with my coffee.

[@jimmccord487]

Thoroughly enjoyed tonight's feature,Ron.Great scenery setting the tone for an interesting story.

[@jamesbutterfield7729]

Awesome photography, and story. Yellowstone is a national treasure. Thanks for this Ron.

[@destinypowers1146]

Good afternoon Ron and Happy Sunday. Hope all is well with you? I turned on my notification and be trying pay attn when you get started here. I have a son usually calls me around 8, but I'm no missing this . Have a good rest of your day. One day I told my family I wish we could meet you at one of the cemeteries if was ok with you. That be kl Ty for all you do. I learned more from you than all my years of schooling . I feel I know you through video. I don't know maybe since 2009 we have crossed paths Chicago. that would be so neat. I have so much respect for you I know others does this but you have best ways and respectful too ty xxx

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

The deadfall area I walked - the burnt trees, was the result of a big fire there 5 years ago.

[@thetraveler2561]

Cool story there Hondo. Like your new duds too. Hope you go heeled out there on the trail! 🤠

[@nadiabrook7871]

Thank you for the VERY INTERESTING story told in such GORGEOUS surroundings!! XXXX 👍💗❤🤗

[@annabelleb.8096]

I wondered!

[@Cheetoluv]

It’s a shame they are not having someone come in and clean those logs up because it will be the feed for the next fire that happens. My husband’s family had a cabin up in Cripple Creek in Calif. and the last time we were there the under brush, down trees, rotting trees. It was a place waiting to be burned by a fire. It happened the whole area was left to burn because to much under brush to feed the fire. Sad when the forest are not maintained for the good of them. Also I have not got notifications for your last two videos. Just got it this evening, long after you posted. 😢

[@robertshade8631]

The first part of video looks Ike scenes from the Legend of Boggy Creek sort of spooky.Curious how Nathan Bender can determine truth and facts on Johnson just based on folklore?How about possible features On Cherokee Bill or Nat Love or Cattle Kate?Thanks for the videos.

[@pamelamikel7967]

The story telling, the videography, the drone footage, the music! You are incomparable Ron.

[@catholiccrusader5328]

My exact sentiments, Pamela.

[@patbowman6723]

Beautiful camera work, next you will be a photographer for National Geographic. Great story and well told. thanks again.

[@gigicostlow4414]

Thanks Ron for sharing such an interesting story and such beautiful scenery with us. I have always wanted to visit Yellowstone. So many tales from there.

[@mopar3502001]

Great story, Ron. Thank you! There was a massive fire at Yellowstone back in the late 1980s. I drove past it on my way home on leave from Malmstrom AFB back then. I wonder if that's the fire that took out all those trees you were standing around. A lot of them were charred.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

this is a more recent fire.

[@anneiwanowski9653]

Looks like there coming back! Gods work❤

[@bonniephifer1303]

I'm new to your show I watch and I'm interested in old things in the past I really enjoy your show love to see more happy 🎉😂😅😊 Sun guys

[@duaneslack9820]

Thanks for the wonderful video and history walk! Really enjoyed this. Yellowstone is a favorite. We were there last year! Enjoy, my friend!

[@darlahurst8359]

Wow Ron, that was fascinating.. great story, beautiful walk and the drone views was breathtaking... going to watch it again.... thank you and God bless you..

[@wendysuemesny3757]

Thank you Ron! Thanks for the shared pic! American history should be for all to see. Many cannot afford to pay that for a family, or inability to travel at all.

[@kellysteele78]

Wonderful !!! It is the stuff of legend and dreans. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into researching info for this great video! Beautifully told!!!

[@jeffgrier8488]

That was a great episode, thanks for sharing with us Ron!

[@auntissie]

Always interesting... And fascinating!! ❤ I Love your stories! Thank you!!

[@patigirl2470]

Hey everyone!!! Looking forward to this one. I lived in Cody & Worland in the late 70’s. Yes i have some years on me 🤠🤠🤠

[@audragednalske3385]

My dad’s co worker and his wife loved the movie about Jeremiah Johnson so much they named all their children after characters in that movie. Awesome story Ron! I always learn something new from your videos! On to the next story!

[@wildpinto3291]

I hope they didn't name one, "The Crazy Lady"?

[@lisacooper3991]

Gorgeous territory, and ohh yea, walking ole trails, thinking about how many has been before us,me,has crossed my mind several times when I've been out in the woods hiking. You have traveled and seen so much adventurous sites from history.Truely a wonderful life you blessed with. Every video you have done is great. I'm sure I would enjoy reading the book. And by the way, the hat is awesome. Do you suppose back then when Johnson was traveling through there, it was snowy? I know winters ain't the same as were years ago. Thanks for sharing

[@Fuzzamajumula]

Thank you for this beautiful vista, Ron. I can tell you are relishing the history. It must be indescribable to walk in the footsteps of people you've only read about. I think what they did to Johnson's remains is shameful. They used his body to promote a movie, essentially. Now they monopolize it to make money. It's disgusting. They've appropriated his humanity for the sake of greed.

[@redrooster1908]

Sad story 100%😢

[@stevejensen3471]

Redford made the movie on his own land with a low budget in 1972 as a pet project and in talking with him at the former restaurant Zoom that he used to co-own in Park City, he said he never thought it would go anywhere. Nor did he ever promote it as such. He was one of the pallbearers when they moved Johnstons remains to Cody as I recall but am sure that was out of respect versus greed as he had nothing to gain. The real Johnston retired to live with his brother in Hemet, CA (a real pit!) and ended up in some old folks home there before he was transferred to Cody. It is sad that they're now charging to see his grave.

[@luvyourchannel923]

This was so good Ron. I really enjoyed it. Very interesting. I had never heard this part of wild west history. 😍👍👍

[@DianeBassgirl2361Powers]

Great History right there. Thank You, Ron, for bringing us such beautiful scenery and a great story. God Bless you, Ron.

[@alexikoerner8527]

Thank you for this excellent video, like many I have seen the famous film, I have never read the book which is not translated in my country and I particularly appreciate factual reports like yours, a big thank you for the quality of your wonderful stories and videos, nothing is greater than the truth.

[@jessicaboisvert3138]

Wow what an amazing site of the nature, thanks Ron for sharing the scenery plus the story

[@susanna3]

This was so impressive Ron! The scenery, music, and the history of the mountain men was so interesting! You looked great in the hat by the way❤ You must have loved to dig into the research at the museum. There was a book/ miniseries years ago called Centennial, it started out with the trappers and mountain men. I believe there was a scene of the Rendez vous you mentioned. Great job Ron, this was so enjoyable! Been under the weather so this made my day❤

[@dawnprochilo8084]

Another great video Ron, it's nice to know the truth about someone or something, thank you for sharing that with us. The music that you use and your drone footage is awesome, the music goes perfect with the story you tell. Take care.

[@tommywood343]

This is a very interesting story. Thank you Ron for amazing video. And it is very beautiful there 🙏

[@theearthauger]

Hi Ron and Everyone. I'll be here and I can't wait. See you soon. Thank you Ron looking forward to this story 👍

[@jameshickok2349]

The Missouri River is still treacherous with large tree trunks/branches submerged just below the surface. Stripped tree trunks stuck in the bottom pointing downstream to spear boats going upstream. Unseen dirt bars (like sand bars) that will ground your boat and if you get out to push you could easily step off into 30 feet of fast moving water.

[@johnnyrocket7129]

Great stuff! Thank you so much!

[@jimsteele5807]

thank you Ron for showing this country as I will never live long enough to see it-bless you

[@Ares20195]

I live in Woodland, Pennsylvania which is Western Northern central and I remember my Son Brandon had a visitor when he was probably 3 and slept in his room and Brandon described him to me but I never saw him 1st freaked me out but you never know what you get when you buy a house!!! Almost 30 years ago but I love your Channel ❤❤

[@brendastibolt6672]

Thank you again, Ron. This was very entertaining. I loved the story, and as always, you nailed it! Great job!

[@shayesims2157]

Well, America's story is full of Tall Tales. Great video! I've never been to Yellowstone but did work up at Yosemite National Park for three years and lived deep in the woods. It was an awesome experience. Our National Parks are a sacred treasure.

[@rachelleischner]

Amazing story...and beautiful scenery. Yes it was hit by fire years ago. Can't wait to see more stories from the Montana/wyo area

[@peterredfern1174]

Morning Ron from ballarat in Oz,Mon,31st here hope your going well,👋👋👋👍

[@marlenepearson3936]

Thank you for always getting the facts to us Ron! Beautiful country there in Yellowstone! I haven't been there in years! Safe travels Ron 🙏 💕

[@jamesf4405]

Ron, thank you for creating all of these videos. You're a wonderful story teller, and you provide facts when possible. Everything with a beating heart will die. It's part of life. But.. your videos will live on forever... and so will these historical stories. Thank you.

[@susiecross3174]

I'm coming in late due to Hubby's Birthday Party.I excused myself to the Lady's Room Lounge so I could watch! Thank You Ron for the fabulous episode!

[@ChristopherLee77]

I'll be here to see tonight's show! Here in 45 minutes👌

[@deborahfaulk5532]

I enjoyed hearing the stories of the mountain men and the truth also. Thank you for tell it and showing part of our beautiful country! Take care

[@robertgraves8843]

I liked the Robert Redford film, though I always thought it was a generic "Mountain man" story rather than strictly factual.

[@pamelapurcell187]

Oh my Ron, I loved this so much. So very interesting my imagination went wild. Thank you so much. I have. To say thou I was worried about you and the bears. Take care. Looking forward to the next one

[@lydiashandro3037]

Have been watching your series for at least two years. Always educational and informative, Thank you. Lydia, Calgary Alberta.

[@msveliz01]

Ron, thank you for the wonderful story and for taking us to see these breathtaking scenery ❤

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lucindaryan806]

Characters like that would be institutionalized nowadays...or they'd have their own reality show.

[@charlieswearingen500]

Like the Liver Eatin' Johnson Legend, this is just another story with a dash of truth. More historical documentation is needed to back up either version of Johnson and his exploits. The "Crow Killer' is still a good read, and "Jeremiah Johnson" is a top-notch movie.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

Agree, for a fictional read it’s awesome.

[@janetmarugg9424]

Locals stay out of the park between Memorial and Labor Days. 😅 We love our mountains and the legends. Thank you.

[@patriciacollins6695]

Sorry I missed your live. I was not watching the time.

[@jaynellewellyn7628]

As always, Ron, an excellent raconteur, thank you. Love hearing about the social history. And what beautiful scenery there at the lake! Outrageous, them wanting to charge to see the grave, bit like them charging here in the UK for people to go look around the Cathedrals!!

[@Iowagreenfield]

Awesome video, beautiful scenery and great story!

[@catrionahenderson7759]

I really enjoyed hearing ... and seeing this from you. Love from Australia xx

[@msveliz01]

Ready for tonight’s show!

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

les goooo girl. 🥺

[@valenzuelaanita17]

Looking forward to this episode.

[@MaryMahaffeyHouse]

Ron great story and ty for all you do... love the scenery and music ...i enjoyed this very much..❤😊... have a great week ahead sir...Mary from Arkansas 💖

[@cathymcglasson6947]

Very interesting episode. Thanks

[@77Arcturus]

LOL, gee with that cool hat, shades and leather jacket you look like William Shatner. Thanks for the terrifying brutal story. So many dark tales in the history of our country. Truly a time of survival most savage. Cheers and have a great rest of the summer most masterful spinner of historical lives brought back to life flowing with respectful remembrance ☕

[@Wooley689]

You do such a fine job of storytelling. So, this is Jerimiah Johnson.

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

yes

[@joannrichter9754]

Hi new to this show looking forward to seeing this.😊

[@2EternityButterflies]

We enjoyed this so much!! The movie "Jeremiah Johnson" with Robert Redford was one of my most favorite films and to find out it's not true just leaves me speechless. We appreciate you showing the spectacular area you were in and also the picture of the grave as well as telling us the real story. Thank you. Shelley and Max

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

Thanks for sharing this note, that’s awesome. Sorry to burst the bubble though. 🙃

[@2EternityButterflies]

@@FacesoftheForgotten 😄

[@nancydimatteo6132]

Great story! Beautiful scenery. I am housebound now and the only way I get to "visit" places like Yellowstone is through stories like yours. Thank you!

[@r.martin4752]

Excellant Ron. I enjoyed it immensely.

[@Dana-ti5ze]

So glad I found your station!

[@alicefotfmod7094]

Welcome to our group 🌞

[@joeyperry705]

Legends live forever

[@paulfroese1469]

That was one of the best videos I've seen!!❤

[@monikameza4107]

Love this beautiful forest and lake💞. Thank you for sharing this interesting story.

[@pennystinehart7681]

Yay I caught a live can’t wait, I watched Jeremiah Johnson and I didn’t think it was true.

[@davidwelker4172]

I'm friends with the man, a retired pastor and school teacher (Tri Robinson) who led a study with his students on Johnson's life. The class found out that Johnson's wish was to be buried in the Rockies, but was buried in Los Angeles, which I guess he would've hated. So Tri and his students led a campaign and effort to move the remains from Los Angeles to Cody, to honor his last wish.

[@jimcockburn4652]

Very interesting thanks. You could call bullshit on many of the yarns that get spun both yesterday and today, what you can't call bs on is the view of Yellowstone and its beautiful lake.

[@Gilly_Benn]

Fantastic, detailed story telling once again. You really are a GREAT story teller, topped with some stunning scenery of Yellowstone. Thank you! 😃👍🇬🇧

[@fredbalandran3182]

Thanks Ron great story you always do a great job

[@H_H_____]

The opening scenery and the inspirational and powerful music and the eagle eye views made my heart sing. Yellowstone and Tetons region and the South Dakota Black Hills regions and Deadwood, that you have been visiting on your trips have really been good to see. It has been many years since I have been to these places. 💙💜 18:44 Some little critter running along the trail ahead of you. FOTF Wildlife Moment. 🤗

[@lucindaryan806]

I'm glad you always go for the truth, Ron

[@shereerichmond4833]

The 1st story kind of reminds me of the movie.. "Jeremiah Johnson" Starring Robert Redford And I'm wondering if they got the idea for that movie from this story?... what do you think Ron?

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

I mentioned it was totally derived from this, that's why I showed Robert Redford pics when he was a pallbearer here for him. closed case on that. they even state it was inspired by him. although! - what no one knew was that his story was fake.

[@shereerichmond4833]

@@FacesoftheForgotten Its funny how sometimes the legend is so much better than the real truth.. 😊

[@Jlevin1955]

Nice intro Ron!

[@teresamcgrady9184]

Hi Ron, I'll bet Bob Edgar would have let you film the gravesite of liver-eating Johnson. He was very knowledge in the Cody area and put a lot of work into trail town unfortunately he passed away period.

[@riverbender9898]

Opening footage was excellent! Thanks Ron.

[@PeppieP]

Beautiful surroundings Ron. What happened to the trees around you? Thanks for bring these tales to life for us x

[@FacesoftheForgotten]

a fire 5 years ago there.

[@PeppieP]

@@FacesoftheForgotten Fires can be so devastating - 5 years ago. I hope new soil and trees 🌳 will comeback some year soon. Again thank you for bringing our history to life.

[@tamaravaldez6724]

Ron, thank you for your fantastic stories! I must say I was nervous watching you out there in bear country without protection. Be safe! I can't wait for you to come to the Pacific Northwest PNW! I hope you will visit my hometown of Bainbridge Island Washington, there are several old and spooky cemeteries, and there are several that are said to be haunted.

[@catherinelalla-duckworth8219]

So excited

[@CameronMcCreary]

I wonder if Nathan Bender is related to the "Bloody Benders" from the Kansas, Missouri area. I remember that when Robert Redford was pallbearer at Mr. Johnson's funeral. As for the stories, I quote the late Tom Petty, "You believe what you want to believe."

[@sondragramse1770]

I wondered the same

[@josephinecatherinemusso1125]

Thank you once again for a great story. Well Done Mate 👍

[@lisakoon4966]

Loved this.

[@Oldnoitall]

Thanks for the video Ron. I’m sorry I didn’t say that in the first smart comment I was too busy showing out.

[@kaisakev4468]

Hi Ron love the hat suits you👍 fascinating story and loved the back drop absolutely breathtaking makes you feel glad to be alive looking forward to the next story stay safe my friend ❤

[@d.g.n9392]

Thank you Ron for the interesting story, the scenery is beautiful. The story you Tell let’s my imagination go on the journey in old times 🙋‍♂️🐈🐈

[@SueMarsh-tb3no]

Thanks for a great story Ron the music u play is so fitting the story 😊

[@dirtymert]

Had to check my closet, thought you stole my hat!

[@bonniephifer1303]

Beautiful mountains it's like the Colorado mountains

[@thatguyjoe007]

Why all the dead trees, was there a forest fire?

[@frankmarullo228]

Good video Ron , his cabin ( so they say ) is in the town or red lodge montana. As for. "Old trail town " the buildings are real but they came from all over Wyoming and put back together there. But with all that said it was a good video THANK YOU FRANK FROM MONTANA........

[@sharonbosarge4866]

You looking like Billy Jack in that hat !! Very nice look on you 👍

[@jacquelinedenambtman]

great story, you did a lot of research, very interesting