Mountain Memories: Montana Black Bear | S6E15 | MeatEater

[@bigg7g]

You know most of the time when I watch Steve hunt, I’m not really even interested in what he’s after. I find myself more intrigued with his outlook on life and it is his thoughts that I admire most.

[@0509brook]

Same man, hunting rabbits and bears could simply never be my thing. And yet I still watch all of these episodes, just because I love learning from Steve!

[@robynbenander8866]

He is a great story teller, I am going to start reading his books, I am hoping they are written like these trips?

[@shierocshieroc3735]

Same with me. I've never hunted a day in my life but love his content.

[@jackiekinner3826]

Sorry bro I just wrote something very similar then saw your comment. Great minds.

[@jackiekinner3826]

@@robynbenander8866 I read the American buffalo one. Didn’t think I’d enjoy a book solely about buffalo but he made it work. Read the meat eater one twice!

[@Slienceikeelu]

This is one of my favorite MeatEater episodes. The self reflection by Steve Rinella really gets you thinking about your own evolution through the years.

[@wouldntyoulike2know883]

Man!!!!! Borderline tears the whole time.

[@fredwrecksify]

Agreed, this was fenomenal

[@jackiekinner3826]

That’s why life is beautiful. It’s a complete mystery.

[@jeffonken4769]

You can feel his respect and love for what he does.

[@HarrellB_US]

Hunted a few times when I was younger. I went on a different path in life and it wasn't a good one. I just turned 40 a few days ago and I'm getting back into hunting. I've missed so much in life! Wasted so much time. My next 40 will be great! Let's go!! :Thank you to everyone for the great comments. The outdoor community is still and will always be a tight nit community! That'll never change!

[@stevenlambson9641]

Go get it man!

[@chrise2621]

Right there with ya, though I'm a couple years younger. I was still hunting blacktail this morning and realized a few years ago I assumed I'd be dead by now. Was a sobering thought, though I deeply appreciate the time to let my mind wander and the space from my responsibilities to do something as simple as sit in the woods with my rifle, waiting for a deer to happen by.

[@HarrellB_US]

@@chrise2621 Right there with you bud! No point on dwelling on the past too much! We're here once! Let's enjoy it!!

[@jp05598]

Never too late bro, I was still pretty productive and very active but had little direction and walked around in a constant brain fog smoking cannabis 5-7x a day. Last 3 years have put it down completely and now run half marathons at 7:20 pace per mile. I can’t help but think what I’ve been leaving on the table but it’s not about that, just try to be better than who you were yesterday. Get out there and hunt!

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

Never too late, go after it!!

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

This is possibly the best episode of all. Better than almost any other "hunting" shows and all without even firing a shot.

[@SignalOutdoors]

When Steve talks I listen intently. I love how he makes his adventures a story and how he uses his voiceover to further paint the picture. So good!! 🤙

[@fishingok4582]

Very well said sir.. That's EXACTLY what he does.

[@Verlisify]

The beginning part about Matt made it seem like he was no longer with us. There wasn't any pickup like "But he is on a business trip and can't come hunting, the loser"

[@linesanraman7974]

I thought the same. I even had to Google Matt Rinella to check if he was still around

[@georgefairweathermoonlight4]

@@linesanraman7974 it seems like if hes not dead the they've fallen out, dunnunnna?

[@weezypeezy1725]

Although, I think the point was that Matt is longer with Steve. They used to be together, hunting contantly, but time has passed and so have their youthful escapades. They each started families and more demanding jobs and in a way, they did lose each other, compared to what they had.

[@weezypeezy1725]

Is no longer*

[@Verlisify]

@@linesanraman7974 same. He did a Meat Eater article this year even

[@derekpotts2549]

does anyone else feel like they’ve known Steve Rinella like a life long friend yet never met him? He would fit in just about any deer camp worldwide.

[@weezypeezy1725]

I’ve seen nearly all of them, and this is the best. It’s heartfelt and the themes in this episode can be reflected and considered as deeply as one wants to go while the episode touches nicely on what it needs to without going too deep still allowing the audience to do the reflecting/connecting if they want. Plus stunning footage and a good soundtrack

[@mckayolson2569]

Man, these later and later episodes are starting to be so high quality they’re starting to feel like a high budget nature show but with a hunting focus. Cannot get enough of these 👍

[@SouthDetroitFishing]

This still easily stands as a top five episode imo.

[@rileyschuth7122]

I could listen to this guy talk for forever

[@Creations-Corner]

Get his audiobook of “American Buffalo” read by him, think it was 15$ but it’s 8 hrs of content.

[@-a-strikelures1212]

100

[@mattymo3086]

Steve offers a unique perspective on hunting and is able to masterfully articulate his true love for our sport. He is one of the true, great ambassadors of hunting and we are very fortunate to have him.

[@aidandoran5456]

Wow. Don’t think I’ve ever come close to tearing up with an episode of meat eater. This episode made me think a lot about my brother and how he’s taught me everything I know. Makes you think about life

[@broomstickcowgirl]

A HUGE part of the reason that Steve has me coming back to his page and subscribed is his story telling. I just can't get enough!

[@rwilson208]

This is why I watched your tv show and see you on KZbin. You do not just hunt, you share your adventures and your experiences. Your knowledge gets deeper with each year that you hunt. You go into the most untouched places in America. As you glass across the area that you are in, we who can not be there, get to see a small glimpse of what you are seeing. It is in no way like actually being there. As I look, I imagine the Native Americans and all of the wildlife that you to be abundant in these areas. Your memories of yesteryear that you share about you and your brother Matt are priceless. My baby brother died many years ago when he was 11. How I wish that I had more experiences and memories of the two of us. You have a very fulfilled life. With you doing what you love and your wonderful wife, children, family members, friends, you are truly blessed and you are a blessing to those of us in a wheelchair who can not enjoy God's Country as you do. Thank you for each one of your videos. Stay Safe and God Bless My Friend.

[@jSko91]

Introspection. Perspective. Cinematography. Skill. Wisdom. Experience. Vulnerability. Emotion. The great outdoors. Best one I’ve seen.

[@diarmok1549]

We need more people like Steve. He makes this mess of a world clearer.

[@mikeybreakz6292]

any time i am in any patch of woods it is always a spiritual experience. i am back in the church of the wild.. i cherish it more than anything. I always take time to humble myself to be so lucky.. to be there to see and hear the birds and animals waking up like our ancestors did.

[@calebharmon8863]

That's right, nothing like watching the woods wake up on a cool crisp fall morning.

[@notUrAVerAGeHO]

That's why young brotha, you have to enjoy every second of every breathe with those you are fortunate to have around you, cause nobody's promised tomorrow, and we only have today, to make our memories....

[@nicko7572]

I've seen every season and I think this is the best episode ever. The music, the edition, the photography, the places and the reflections... 10/10. There were no guests, not one shot was fired, nor were there recipes, but there was a connection with the truly hunter soul.

[@finq0997]

that is some of the most beautiful country I have ever seen. Just absolutely stunning.

[@ADVENTURESOFBZ]

Steve was made for teaching and just speaking in general. He's just got "IT". Greatest hunting show EVER

[@highcountryrob5534]

Even when a hunt doesn’t result in a kill as hunters we generally come away from that hunt with new experiences and a heightened appreciation for the animal we were hunting and the environment that we were immersed in.In my case the evolution of myself as a hunter is paramount and the respect for my quarry grows with each hunt I venture on.You have given a fantastic description of what hunting and being in the outdoors means to many hunters around the world.Safe hunting to all.Cheers,from Australia.

[@JeremyReger]

The reason this is the best episode of Meateater ever... is because this reaches into the depths of all of our souls and puts us EXACTLY back to the place with the sights and smells exactly where that place is for us... Kindred spirits..

[@albertflores212]

I could listen to Steven talk about life and nature all day long. He gives me new perspectives about being an outdoorsman every time I listen to him.

[@joeyricefried9621]

“Time does not pass the way you think it does”. 💯

[@dalewisdom180]

Your hunts are great but your story tellers make the show, you are the best, I thank you for all these memorable hunts😎👍👍

[@michaelmann101]

My brother and I were raised on the Mississippi river, if it flies, swims, crawls or runs in the woods we've chased it. I cherish those memories especially now that I'm stuck in a wheelchair. But listening to you talking about those beautiful mountains there kinda makes me wish that Dad would have settled in Montana. But being a 3rd generation commercial fisherman was my calling and I hardly regret it. We've fished the Mississippi & Ohio Rivers, Barkley & Kentucky lakes and Rough River in Kentucky. But you are making me day dream of your mountains. Thanks for carrying me along. Big Mike...... a Big Fan.

[@williamrickmond9673]

Steven Rinella is a living legend in the hunting/outdoors world. He does not have to kill an animal or even see one during an episode and it's one of the most beautifully designed pieces of hunting film you can consume. It's his delivery and passion that makes us all love his work.

[@bssaassin1900]

This is the best scenery I've seen in all these episodes. The dense forests, the snowy peaks,green spring grass,@16:50 the pinkish lavender sunset behind the snow capped peaks

[@Miguel2994alonso]

This was one of the most soothing episodes I have ever seen from Steven. I felt calm listening to him. 😂

[@Thatboogboi69]

Steve could talk up a storm in my ear and I wouldn’t mind one bit. The eloquence, the patience, the professionalism and familiarity with nature speaks volumes to me. Those that talk down on hunters don’t know about the real aspect of conservationists. I’m sure if they did, it’s be a completely different climate.

[@bbarror]

Steve. Love how you are able capture what hunting is to the majority of us. You feed my soul. Also, huge thank you for being a role model of a healthy male discussing and normalizing emotions. My 16 year old son introduced me to your show, and you have spurred on his interest and knowledge of hunting and preparing wild game. I've hunted with him since he was an infant and now he is begging me to take him out of state (we live in Michigan), and out of country. ❤️

[@RWilsonB]

The pact between you and your brother.... 👌. Beautiful

[@harlinwall9367]

Still one of my favorite episodes. You really capture the passage of time, the garnered experience, the importance of details, those little details that form anything worthy of being memorable...and the insignificance of our existence. Getting out into nature revitalizes our perspective of everything meaningful. It allows us to assess our priorities. Thank you! Great episode!

[@creativekoala9721]

Thank you Steve for being such a positive voice for us hunters who love being in nature, studying it's mysteries, and hunting for our food. You are a great voice for use who love animals, respect what we eat, and live in tune with our surroundings.

[@Tsekouskaya]

Favorite episode so far. Touched my soul. All these stories and stuff made me cry a little bit not gonna lie. That's the life we outdoor people wanna live. Simple and humble. One of the most inspiring people I've ever seen and I'd like to meet.

[@TylerDeaverMusic]

Great episode that shows why we all love hunting and spending time in the outdoors! Thanks Steve.

[@blakez2691]

I'm getting pumped for opening day of deer watching all these videos!!

[@Constable_Bob]

My opening day is tommorow morning, youth deer in iowa

[@blakez2691]

@@Constable_Bob That's awesome!! Stay safe and have fun!!

[@Constable_Bob]

@@blakez2691 Thanks, I managed to do both, I stayed safe and filled my tag; I poked a year old doe at 115 yards with the muzzleloader.

[@mike81399]

👍 It's an amazing creation. Age 41, and amazed every day. Praise God.🇺🇸

[@TJ-bg4fw]

My favorite episode of MeatEater ever made, glad it's viewable for me again. Keep at it, thanks for being great representation of the community and the free content.

[@swampfox7522]

I cannot explain how much your content means to me. My friends don't truly understand what hunting means to me. I have friends that almost treat it like their going through the motions. I enjoy every second I have their whether I'm soaking wet and freezing. Or standing over a whitetail that I worked so hard to get. Thank you again Steve

[@moorehunting7577]

The way steve tells and describes his stories makes me feel like I can reach out and touch them. To be honest I wasn't a huge fan of MeatEater at the beginning but the way he ties family values and hunting ethics into each story he tells, it is hard not to keep watching and wanting to hear more. You have an amazing gift with your words and knowledge, Thank you for sharing them with us and allowing us to come along for the journeys. Great job Meateater I can see how this can cross over to hunters and nonhunters alike.

[@isaiah-tj8dn]

Steve is one of the most interesting people I’ve every heard. What id give to spend a night sitting around a campfire sharing story’s.

[@brennancarr8109]

One of my favourite episodes, 16:51 beautiful view 👍

[@ReefahCheef]

His bear hunts have turned into the best episodes. So much insight and deep outlook. Thanks for being you, Steve.

[@lukebergan6160]

This is an excellent episode. The philosophy is wonderfully thought and memory provoking and that scenery is astoundingly beautiful.

[@goboyz8016]

You know listening to you reminded me of hunts and camping with my father. When I saw the shot of the night sky and the stars that seem like they just showed up and you never remember seeing so many. Makes you forget how dark and wonderful the mountains are without light and how awesome it is to fall asleep staring up at them. Nature is so wonderful. I felt like I was with you because there is never a better place to be than alone, away, and free in the wilderness. That feeling of wonder, excitement, with that touch of fear reminding you you're alive and want to stay that way to enjoy more......

[@gtaylor9218]

This has been one of my favorite episodes for quite a while. Glad it's on KZbin, now

[@WoodsGhost]

Its my first year hunting black bear with a bow. Thanks for all the information you've made available through your shows, podcasts, KZbin videos, and your books.

[@williamharvey2516]

I love that Steve uploads hunts even when he comes up empty and some how still makes them episodes worth watching he’s a stand up guy

[@edcamins56]

Love steves outlook on life and stories. I can listen to him all day. Makes me want to live and cherish every moment.

[@joedierickx7667]

The three minute part about your brother Matt was the best part . I love how Steve just has a way with words ro explain what all outdoorsman feel but can't explain the way he does .

[@vasilistrimis8260]

Amazing presentation in a most beautiful and memorable place on the planet! A man's place to be.♡

[@dinodude1690]

This episode really hit me in the feels because it just got me thinkin about that one place we all have that we go to with our dad or our buds and we have all these special memories of those places and know them like the back of our hands. I am just dreading the day that I head back to me and my dads spot alone and this episode got me thinkin of what that might be like. Luckily that won’t be for a while but from what I hear, there is never enough time.

[@tazspg]

I don’t know how many episodes I have watched, it’s a bunch, but this may be the very best, definitely exemplifies the absolute skill and professionalism you have as a journalist and a naturalist

[@jakeandrews77]

My favorite episode so far. Thank you for keeping hunting in a positive light and protecting our futures of enjoying the outdoors.

[@cjslippin9274]

This is so much more than just a hunting show….Thank you Meat Eater

[@markwilliamson660]

I have never hunted and have pretty much zero interest in hunting...........but man these videos are special, like some of the best content on KZbin. Stevens outlook on life and his passion for the animals Is truly amazing to watch. You sir are a legend.

[@johnkaraphillis754]

One of my favorite Meateater video. That country is stunning. Absolutely serene and majestic. Brings the spiritual out when your engulfed in God’s creation. Great video!

[@xxgreenxmambaxx]

I love everything Steve puts out. If I’m not watching his shows, I’m reading his book. It’s how I go to sleep just about every night. Thanks Steve!

[@cesaravila1313]

Bullets do drop knowledge. This man has me thinking about all the bs I went thru growing up my family and I having nowhere to live to have a place we call home and helping my dad run a truck fleet of 6 semis 10 years later 🙏

[@jonvia]

We all click thinking we'll just get lessons on hunting, but with MeatEater, Steve always whips up some good ole life lessons as well

[@anthonygiordano9703]

I just started hunting about 2 years ago, it was something I wasn't ever brought up doing, and I started watching you and listening to you. I gotta say you have inspired me to become a better outdoorsman.

[@LazoLivin]

Can you just keep filming hunts of Steven rinella The knowledge this man speaks Incredible He’s not on hear just to be on a show he’s just a natural a realist to what he loves to do.

[@nanoblock6602]

I think episodes like this define Meateater. Its the philosophy and mindset of Steven and how he tells it through stories is just perfect.

[@danielkjarsgaard3704]

I have watched at least a dozen of your videos Steve and I gotta say this one that really stuck out. It really got me thinking about things related to not only my memory, but the memory of those in my family and through my past. There are areas that my family has visited since before any of us can even remember. I think that hunting gives us a connection to the past that people do not even realize the importance of. I do really feel sorry for those who feel that hunting has no place in our culture. because we would be losing so much culture if we chose to forget hunting, not only for what it is but what it was.

[@RatBstrd1]

Started watching Steve for the locations and game he chases. But over time i realize iam more here for the knowledge and sentiment he imparts about life, hunting and the splendor or nature. He's basically the Bob Brush of hunting. "The Joy of Hunting with Steve" next seasons title..

[@highcountryrob5534]

Nicely said Dexter.👍

[@bige7104]

I can listen to this man talk all day every day ,I just love the man ❤️🥺

[@CravingSimplicity]

Such a neat way with words, being a writer and an outdoorsman. Steve always keeps my mind in an euphoric state watching his shows.👍👍👍

[@michaelbriganti7383]

One of the best episodes, I always come back to this here & there. Amazing narration and story telling, makes you reflect on your own life. Also makes me want to explore with my brother, friends & family. Peace, may the wind always be at your face!

[@jenniferrosteski3955]

Wow my mind is blown!! What an amazing, beautiful back drop!! That was the best hunting episode I have ever seen. Thank you for this unexpected gift. I love how you can take me to a such a magnificent, magical place and watch from the absolute safety and comfort of my comfy warm couch. I feel like I was right there with you, what a blast. 👏 Bravo

[@jasonclarke104]

What a beautiful piece of film. My favourite episode ever and not a shot fired!

[@guycrider839]

You say it correctly my friend! Knowledge is power and that kind of power will get you further than you can imagine.

[@americansafarico]

Thanks for sharing your journey with us, Steve. Best episode period. I'm about the age you were when you filmed this one. Made me sit back and think in my own 10-year chunks.

[@jeffseaman9282]

this is my favorite episode of meat eater! I could listen to him talk about his life experiences all day. he just seems to be so at peace in nature!

[@KRYPTOSPOLLARD]

I know somebody says it in the comments on basically every episode, but this show is so much more than "just a hunting show". I won't even watch these on my phone, i wait until i get home and have time to myself to sit and watch on my tv, and it's because of episodes like this.

[@b.8627]

I will definitely agree there is a bloodlust when your a young hunter. It’s an amazing moment though, when you realize the full beauty of nature. I’ve experienced this and I see it in young hunters even when trying to teach and show them what you’ve realized. I wouldn’t say they don’t realize it, but have not had that moment where they fully embrace it.

[@wouldntyoulike2know883]

Holy shit Steve. The only way to describe this video is beautiful. Gotta be the music. Your reminiscence is amazing.

[@RealJohnLaw]

Music, video quality, narration, scenery all 10/10

[@brendanwielders8113]

WHO THINKS STEVE RINELLA HAS A GOOD VOICE FOR CALM,OR CALMING APPS? gotta love this guy...such a great outlook on life, great to take into perspective Here in Australia.

[@TheFedster18]

Every so often there is an episode where Steve hunts alone, and he mostly talks about life stuff (another episode was when he was hunting coues in Arizona, and talked a lot about his relationship with his late father). Those episodes are always somehow sombre in tone, yet by far the best episodes.

[@rosekaiotii1367]

I love this episode, he’s in my backyard I know where you are man! Steve is my favorite to watch great outlook he has.

[@curtrodenmayer4136]

Great video. You are spot on of time passing and where you are compared to 10 even 20 years ago. Hunting is a great way of life!

[@SubediFarm]

Steve, I am one of the biggest fan of your channel, coz of the information you give us. I followed your channel to hear your soothing voice, selected words that you use, scenario you show us, etc. I would like to request the viewers to subscribe your channel. I think best content and commentary is main attraction in your work. Keep up the good work.

[@josephflowers3003]

Ok I just spent 50 hours this week dealing with 37 plumber's ass load of equipment failure and sat down and turned on the most brilliant hunt I have ever seen now that I'm calming down from work I have to watch it 1 one time because I know I missed a really complex thought And know Steve I really don't have any regrets But this should be in a shirt story award are something because that was well done Sir congratulations on this 1

[@dangrenier6040]

I love hanging out with grizlies! They are Amazing. Animals ! Black bears are so much fun !

[@davidhaworth7152]

Ebb and flow ebb and flow. Timeless passage in time.

[@jackiekinner3826]

I used to watch this for the hunt then I got into the cooking side of it now I tune in to see what wisdom Steve will impart. I wouldn’t of minded if he sat against that rock chatting all episode.

[@theSurvivorRanch]

You are the David Attenborough of hunting, keep sharing your philosophical outlook on Hunting, Cooking, Nature and your perspective on Life in general,,, keep up the great work mate, stay safe and happy hunting. Butch from Australia .

[@theSurvivorRanch]

Oh YEAH I've told my mates when I die, take me out further in the bush and let the Dingoes eat me , so I totally cracked up when you said you want to be quartered and fed to grizzlies, ahaaaa .

[@andrewpurdy6743]

This might be the most beautiful episode of this show.

[@dankissinger1969]

That is some phenomenal looking country!!!! Thank you for all your knowledge and awesome sharing!!!

[@madmakes7993]

I've been a cook my whole life and I'm so excited to learn to hunt my own meats. Deciding to relocate to Montana is the best choice I've ever made. Thank God my gf of 2.5 years is going to join me.

[@elvinlee3214]

Great video before I head out for opener tomorrow in Wisconsin. First time going for deer and honestly had me questioning if everything I did before would bring success, especially since I have no one guiding me along the way. This just humbled me to remember to enjoy the experience...

[@bbarror]

How did it go?

[@tobiasmeyer2434]

Could not agree more on that last line. Thank you Steve.

[@chrismackay8314]

Love your story telling, Steve. I would be scared, sleeping there where you saw so many bears.

[@cedricnora4481]

By far the best episode, and it happened without a single thought of genuinely taking a shot

[@jakkul26]

What I love about Steve is that he gives one of the best reflections about what serious hunters are like and what they want. I don't care that he didn't bag his bear. I liked the view. I liked watching nature in action. I liked the thought process. I've watched my dad stare at legal game until they wandered off with a loaded gun across his lap and a smirk on his face. And I can't ever understand why anyone would ever think that hunters are murderers or some kind of villains because of days in the stand like that. I've gone hours next to him having full conversations in whispers watching squirrels and hawks without a deer to be seen and I love that almost every bit as much as knocking a whitetail down. Steven somehow captures that feeling which I never got when I'd watch the outdoors channel. It's downright pretty and I think Steve is a damn national treasure.

[@Eric-gi9kg]

Philosophy of Steve's hunts are incredible and accurate

[@amazudavidson1800]

Probably the best narrator ever❤️❤️❤️