Survivalist Ray Mears Breaks Down Survival Movies & TV Shows

[@machinist_matt]

Ray if you're reading this we want you back on TV! Sincerely everyone.

[@rabbitez]

Can confirm. Everyone wants Ray back on TV.

[@simonbionary11010]

Still the truth! Bring back Ray! Bring back Ray! Bring back Ray!

[@graemero5532]

Ageed

[@whynottalklikeapirat]

Wasn't he the last jedi though?

[@MyScubasteve]

He is on GB news which I was quite surprised at.

[@tomsimpson3322]

This man, as has been said in many of the comments, is a credit to humanity. Non materialistic, knowledgeable, appreciative, non judgmental and a joy to listen to and watch.

[@freeflyer6170]

10,000 thumbs up.

[@brawndothethirstmutilator9848]

Ray is the real deal and seems like a very nice guy, but I’m not sure that “non materialistic” applies to someone that charges $450 for putting their name on a $100 knife 😂

[@sjowners]

They are beautiful. But so are my lambs.

[@greg_nicholls]

Couldn't agree more. His heart is in the right place. A genuine love and reverence for nature.

[@snufkinhollow318]

Well said. I find I always feel somehow warm and fuzzy but also capable and knowledgeable after watching Ray. (Although I do also agree somewhat with @Let's Go Brawndo! about the merchandise).

[@tecumsehtm]

Just what I would expect from Ray. Zero posturing, deeply generous, 100% fascinating.

[@somethingelse4424]

That's what it was. The posturing. I was trying to put into words why I still like him, and don't really follow other survival experts anyone.

[@dylvasey]

Very well said and very eloquently put.

[@simeonbanner6204]

Well said.

[@BrianMosleyUK]

Wonderful man

[@olivermariobooth]

Spot on. Genuine and intelligent man

[@davidbrumpton84]

Ray deserves a knighthood for his services to nature, bushcraft, humanity and helping to preserve ancient ways and traditions

[@117Industries]

Seriously surprised he hasn’t received one.

[@philthycat1408]

Definitely deserving.

[@KeefsCattys]

Ray is better than that . Most knighthoods are political rather than deserved. Ray has the respect of millions, for all the knowledge and enjoyment he has passed on to us .

[@davidbrumpton84]

@@KeefsCattys 100%

[@Nico-pq8fw]

"When I look back, I don't remember the hardships. I just remember the adventure." That's so inspiring. I love his sincerity.

[@Benboy1980]

Was just thinking the very same thing 👍🏻

[@jonfisher9214]

Oh I remember some hard times. Freezing nights and struggling to keep warm or dropping into rapids far more dangerous than I thought they would be. But afterwards you do remember the adventure, with that little voice in the back of your mind "You got away with it that time"

[@aaronseet2738]

I believe it's because his character with a love for the wild outdoors let him experience the adventure most strongly, thus his remembrance of those. Take a indoor/city-dweller with absolute distaste for nature and it's likely they'll just remember all the hardships they had to endure and appreciate little else.

[@Nico-pq8fw]

100 percent. There will always be hard times, those are certain in life. And sometimes, you don't survive it. Hearing his perspective as a person looking back on those times in his life, it gives me more hope about my life in general. I hope I will remember the adventures, too.

[@Johnny-sj9sj]

@@jonfisher9214 Jon, my having been a firefighter for most of my working life, you are absolutely spot-on with that observation! Adventures/Near-death experiences! Terrifying at the time but wonderful to look back on. I wouldn’t have missed any of it for the world! 🇬🇧 👩‍🚒

[@dylvasey]

The thing I really like about Ray is he doesn't even pretend he knows every little thing unlike pretty much everyone else. He always speaks to local tribes and local woodsmen to get that all important local knowledge. He is very obviously not ego driven and has a genuine respect for the surroundings he finds himself in.

[@telejim2238]

My god, it's Ray Mears! My childhood hero. Thank you for this, and tell Ray if he would start a KZbin channel!

[@jasondalton6111]

He has a KZbin channel at kzbin.info

[@DarkShroom]

yeah unfortunatly he's not like a youtuber.... he needs people to make a show out of him .... but he knows so much, has minor celbrity, i dunno why he hasn't at least got a segment on countryfile or something

[@Johnny-sj9sj]

Good old Ray! A wonderful and credible alternative to the showman Bore Girl’s (sic) narcissistic BS.

[@esecallum]

i saw him 2008. i was shocked to see him look so old. what happened? why ?

[@ld8341]

@@esecallum He survived a nasty helicopter crash in 2005 then lost his first wife to cancer in 2006, but getting older makes you look older anyway. Who knew? He looks well and chilled here.

[@robinholt5661]

What an absolute legend! Ray is the most humble yet knowledgeable outdoors man I have ever seen. He seems like such a genuine, kind hearted and respectful individual who cares about nature and people alike. I can’t wait to meet him and his Woodlore team at the end of January for his annual Winter Bushcraft in the Northern Forest course. So excited!!

[@normasouthwood3182]

I bet you loved it. I envy you!

[@wasteyelo1]

Ray should start a KZbin channel. He'd have an audience of millions in a matter of weeks and would have something genuinely valuable to teach. Absolute legend.

[@anthonyh4745]

Was just thinking that myself, i would 100% watch it.

[@ChirpyMike]

It's called Ray Mears and Woodlore Ltd. Channel has been there 10yrs and has 98k subs.

[@anthonyh4745]

@@ChirpyMike yeah I just subbed, thanks.

[@Johnny-sj9sj]

@@ChirpyMike Me too Mike! Thanks for the link 😁 Subbed!

[@gregpickett8816]

@@ChirpyMike subbed quick af

[@Flypidge]

The short story ray told about the wolf really moved me for some reason, what an experience that would have been.

[@driftingdan]

I could listen to him tell stories indefinitely

[@Flypidge]

@@driftingdan yes for sure, your u can really tell the difference when someone has lived and breathed it for a large portion of their lives.

[@allamasadi7970]

@@Flypidge it was a great story, I think the background music 🎶 adds to the effect

[@alexbeedie6940]

Somewhere in the world is a grizzly bear telling the story about how he survived a ray mears encounter by not making eye contact or any threatening movements towards his food.

[@oneandonlyjaybee]

😂😂😂😂 True story

[@jameschesterton]

lol!! That is very much like a Chuck Norrisism

[@gallopingg1]

LOL,LOL,.BRILLIANT, UK

[@Johnny-sj9sj]

@@jameschesterton Chuck Norrisism! Ha ha! Loved it!

[@kevinrowe3936]

Now that made me smile. 😃

[@crazee635]

I remember about 15 years ago I was really buying into the Bear Grylls more or less docu/drama survival programmes. Then I watched some of Ray Mears programmes and could see there was was none of the fakeness and this man really does know bushcraft.

[@DanSlotea]

Bear Grylls is a clown. Les Stroud is what people should watch. Ray Mears, unfortunatelly for us, hasn't been on the screen lately.

[@cherylblack590]

This gentleman is a national treasure. He is so humble. His knowledge and teaching is the best I have ever come across.. I think he should have a knighthood. Warmest wishes to you Ray and thank you for your work up here in Northumberland when you assisted with tracking a dangerous man ... We all felt safer knowing that you were helping. Lot's of kindness and warmest wishes Midwife Cheryl Black

[@ReasonAboveEverything]

Whatever entertains you.

[@StickyBandit1988]

Best episode of Ray Mears for me was when he built the Canoe from scratch. 👌

[@patlad8433]

@@StickyBandit1988 That was a masterpiece. I'd say someone in Canada is still using it

[@snufkinhollow318]

I have a special place in my heart for Ray Mears and even this brief breakdown of an eclectic selection of clips reminds me why. Profound, educational, funny and philosophical - and all with his true passion for nature and adventure shining through as always.

[@peterrussell663]

What a beautiful, gentle, humorous and non-critical commentary - so unlike others of a similar ilk. Ray rightfully deserves to be at the very top of his genre. I love it! 👍👏

[@Norristheforest]

Ray shows again that quiet, competence he has. Always respectful, always positive, a guy with a real soul. A National treasure in my eyes.

[@kronos4136]

What a humble man, a fascinating story teller and great backwoodsman badly missed on TV. The respect this man has for nature is fascinating and humbling.

[@MrDesmostylus]

This is a great side of Ray that we don’t normally see. It’s really nice to see. Would love to have more videos like this from him.

[@richardmann6724]

Could listen to Ray Mears all day . God bless him for trying to keep all the old bush skills alive , in a world where we're forgetting so much of these skills

[@andrewbrown6522]

Probably my favorite survival personality. Humility and love goes so far.

[@jdekk7733]

agreed for me he is the gold standard , i do not think there is anyone would did so much learning al over the world

[@Johnny-sj9sj]

Ray’s absolutely THE Man. Certainly more so than ‘The Other’ rather narcissistic survival presenter, who he describes as ‘a showman’, and no, I’m not referring to the excellent Ed Stafford, I meant the other one 🧐

[@liam1666]

I love how he analyses the clips and doesn't talk bad about things and just seems happy that people are going out especially the last few films with young kids etc

[@barnettsurvivorsltd]

Ray has always been a wholly decent guy and you can see that clearly here.

[@vfxforge]

Gentleman and Scholar. We need more people like Ray in the media.

[@uaz469bg]

I`ve grown up watching Ray Mears on TV. Hats down and utmost respect to this legend.

[@SmeetCoProductions]

Always loved how down to earth he is and how grounded he is. No Hollywood b/s here. What a legend.

[@speckwit8323]

I came down to see what folks had to say about this guy since I found him so charming and insightful, love to see that he's clearly an absolute legend.

[@StimParavane]

It was must-see TV when I used to have one!

[@stevesmith2171]

I never saw him on TV but he reminds me of one of my cousins. Quiet,charming and unassuming but definitely not someone to take lightly. His name is Ray also.

[@edh7492]

Ray has been at the top of my hero list since I was a very small boy. I’m now a 35 year old man and he’s still occupying that spot. Got his books, went to see him talk, what a legend!

[@Fenrires]

Me too, completely agree.

[@dahoop5933]

I LOVE Ray Mears, he's like John Noakes in his pure heart, wanting to share his love of life with an audience, especially kids. Really love him.

[@WhenNaturePauls]

A national treasure! We would all benefit from a little more Ray Mears in our lives! Such an amazing influence he has had on so many of us, thank you sincerely.

[@dantshaw]

Bless you Ray Mears. Like seeing an old friend again.

[@SueMyChin]

I hold this man in very high regard. As a British TV personality, though not as mainstream or influential, he's up there with Attenborough and Stephen Fry for me. It's just his subject matter isn't as popular.

[@preezy85]

The day after my stag do, when I was hanging out of my arse and near death, I lay in my bed and watched a full day's worth of Ray Mears on TV. The man saved my life!

[@Johnny-sj9sj]

Ha ha! A most excellent survival skill!

[@womanonabicycle]

Just love Ray. 'I wouldn't usually use a split piece of wood for the base.' He's so authentic. Beats many other survival specialists.

[@Leblond987]

Ray Mears. The greatest and most knowledgable survivalist ever! Thank you for extended hours of pleasure, wonder and awe. I never ever did any of the things you did, but boy, I was there in spirit!

[@christopherhogg1221]

Ray, you’re a national treasure. Many thanks for your work and passion.

[@gary6514]

Ray is a hero of mine. An endlessly interesting man. I could listen to him for hours.

[@SG-1-GRC]

So pleased to have found this! My daughter and I always loved Ray's shows. We used to sit down and watch them together even when she was very young.

[@whu58]

Ray Mears - Now he is a person I would love to spend time with = totally engaging, resourceful, and a kind human being.

[@betterd9160]

When I was 17 I got lost in a blinding blizzard for only about 4 or 5 hours. I got lucky and found a fence and followed it. Im pretty sure I would have never made it through the night. When I got out I slept like a rock for hours. I remember how hard it was not to freak out. One of the hardest things was keeping my emotions under control and it was only 4 or 5 hours. Also, proper gear is everything.

[@dandean2345]

I remember this wonderful man realizing some guys in the Amazon had forgotten how to make fire, Ray handled it beautifully.

[@malakiblunt]

Yes the most sensitive and loving example of true humanity ever caught caught on camera , A moment as magical as looking a wolf in the eye

[@jdekk7733]

yes i remember that! only ray could get that on film without akwardness!

[@gutspraygore]

I just looked that up. That was a pretty cool moment.

[@BENxRoyaleWithCheese]

I can't find that clip anywhere. Does anyone have a link?

[@TransoceanicOutreach]

@@BENxRoyaleWithCheese kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjPeJ6vh72kh5o

[@MostHappyintheWild]

Ray, you're the man and always will be. knowledge, skill, wisdom, soft-spoken, respectful, no bravado......

[@GreggyAck]

When I heard the name Jim Bridger in The Revenant, it instantly took me back to an episode of a Ray Mears show where he discussed Jim's bushcraft skills. Kind of comes full circle here.

[@donnyo65]

I learned friction fire lighting (As well as loads more) on two of Ray's courses many years ago. I've never forgotten the lessons learned and still use the skills from time to time, much to the surprise of my friends. I now teach outdoor stuff to kids, including some very basic woodland skills and love my work. As has been said already, I would love to see Ray back on TV instead of all the sensationalist stuff that is pushed our way.

[@waynesmith4612]

That's the amazing thing about Ray Mears, always pleasant, funny, sensible and entertaining to watch.

[@VikingPreparedness]

Ray Mears is the Master. This from me - retired Green Beret SERE Instructor.

[@pherbst502]

Mr. Mears' connection really comes through. Great info and emotive.

[@williamkz]

Absolutely loved this video. For me the best thing was Ray Mears' personal charm - I'd never realised before how likeable he was.

[@mikerounds3927]

when a person is so intelligent and passionate about a subject you can listen to them all day, the 20 minutes of this clip went so quick!!

[@DarrenHW89]

If I could spend an hour with Ray, to chat and go over so many things it would be amazing.

[@goodyeoman4534]

I grew up watching Ray Mears. I absolutely love his shows.

[@arudegesture]

Ray is a personal hero of mine! I remember watching his shows and reading one of his books that I got as a birthday present (a couple of decades ago, a book that I re-read on a semi-regular basis) it really made me enthusiastic about being out in the wild, a feeling I for some reason had lost during my teen years. I also remember watching Bear Grylls show, when it was new, and having to turn it off mid-program because mr. Grylls first off wasn't enjoying nature, only "surviving" in it and while doing so he killed a lizard or alligator, cut off a small piece of meat, which he cooked and ate, and then just left the rest of the carcass on the ground! Talk about the antithesis to Ray's philosophy! Well, I was appalled and since then I cannot bear (no pun intended) the sight of mr. Grylls! Anyway; If mr. Mears should happen upon this comment, I would like to say that he's had a big impact on my life and I (and many with me) share his philosophy! So, mr. Mears; A sincere thank you for all your hard work! Cheers from Sweden! =)

[@glennj6465]

Funny another great survivalist Less Stroud thinks the same about Teddy Bear 🤣👍🏻

[@arudegesture]

@@glennj6465 Really?! Well, good to know I'm in such distinguished company! :-)

[@FunkYoLifeUp]

So amazing to watch! Thanks Mr.Mears!!!! For being a part of this, loved the whole bit. 👍👍

[@piccupaul]

Finally, one of those "Breaks down..." videos that's actually worth watching. Ray Mears is deadly.

[@WR3ND]

This man is not a salesman, he is not a guru, he is not a narcissist. He is a human being who has remembered who he is.

[@duncanself5111]

I like Ray Mears. He's very knowledgeable and has great teaching skills but also that he was always willing to learn new techniques from other cultures and people around the world

[@littlehorhey5285]

Ray Mears is a beyond underrated national treasure. My late Dac loved him and I decided to go on a Ray Mears journey to pay some homage to two great men.

[@nnniiiaaallllll]

Ray's an absolute legend, always remember his series where he whittled his own canoe and went down the rivers in Canada in it. His Wildcraft series were the best things on BBC on a Sunday night

[@TCL_Dasler]

The very VERY best dude ever on TV. The guy who taught us not to try to escape the wilderness, but to become it until rescued. Learned soo much I'll hopefully never need off this guy. Wonderful.

[@trippymchippy8586]

_Three cheers for Ray Mears!_

[@styleyK]

Ray Mears is my childhood survivalist super hero, I used to watch his shows and anything with him in it. God bless you Ray 🙏🏿

[@zqxzqxzqx1]

Thanks, Mr. Mears! Interesting and educational. Your respect for wolves is beautiful and your laugh is infectious.

[@normasouthwood3182]

Wonderful man. Not one word of critisism, just wholesome enjoyment from a wholesome man. I love him.

[@marythornton-reeves1155]

So good to see you talking wildlife and nature again. I am disabled However, spending time in the outdoors and holding a commune with nature. You have always been my inspiration.

[@published1789]

Marvelous good fun -- thank you for your time, Ray. And sponsorship, Penguin.

[@ScottOethatBullMoosePatrol]

Fun to watch along Ray, have always enjoyed your shows.

[@themanabroad7800]

I absolutely love Ray Mears, I went to see a talk of his about 10 years ago, such a nice and humble man. Love him so much and everything that he does and stands for, I would love to do some bushcraft. Maybe when my life takes me back home.

[@leestringer]

Have never heard of this guy before, but he seems like a very decent human being.

[@Stuey1221]

He’s amazing. Search for him on here and check him out

[@Govanmauler]

He's the greatest living Englishman ! can do all the shit Bear Grylls does but does it with smiling and with ease :)

[@Stuey1221]

@@Govanmauler and doesn’t do things that don’t actually need to be done for the sake of TV

[@gregpickett8816]

Oh you have an awesome rabbit hole to dive down, my friend.

[@JEEDUHCHRI]

He is a living legend. Goes back decades creating amazing survival content.

[@4potslite169]

A truly gentle, kind, and authentic man. You just won another subscriber!

[@timnewland4186]

Ray, you remain an inspiration to our enthusiasm for the outdoors. Thank you for what you do.

[@kaffraraffin3574]

Great to see Ray again. Love to hear him talk about anything. He's looking very well, too. Bushcraft obviously keeps you young 👍

[@grayintheuk8021]

It's just so good to see Ray Mears back on the screen. Ray please do more TV, best ever - thanks.

[@rossco12]

Childhood hero and all round top bloke! Absolute living legend 🙌🏻 love you Mr Mears

[@RichMonty1]

He's a top man Ray Mears and his t.v. shows are really informative and entertaining.

[@richardmann145]

I read some of the comments & so many people will say it better than me. Just wanted to add my respect for Ray Mears. A true human being. Truly great communicator. Thank you

[@Wirefox1]

Ray Mears is the one and only true survival expert. I miss him not being on TV. Come back to our screens Ray.

[@rockfish1000]

This guy is such an honest to goodness, down to earth badass. Love Ray so much.

[@TStyx]

I just wanted to add to everyone else that Mr Mears is one of my heroes too. Thank you Mr Mears.

[@VaansWorld]

I really love this man. He inspired me to really learn and dig in to my connection with nature. A guy like this should have the microphone to the world. Make another show for us Ray!! Bring back bushcraft

[@nacholibre1962]

"The more you know, the less you carry" - Mors Kochanski.

[@ForViewingOnly]

Seeing Ray here is like seeing an old friend. Ray, thank you for entertaining and inspiring me with your series on BBC2 in the late 90's when I was going through a period of poor health. You helped me get through it without ever knowing. I remember regularly going to the library to take out books on survival after watching your programmes, and emailing the Beeb (dial up modem) to ask for more Ray Mears! Best wishes to you.

[@jameswhittingham8027]

"What would Ray Mears do?" is still the first thing I ask myself for everything. The answer is always: make a plan and then a fire, so it's easy to remember. Does mean I set fire to a lot of buildings and cars though.

[@jess53nz]

😅

[@jamesharrison1178]

Never heard of this guy but I enjoyed the video very much. He’s got a pleasant voice and you can tell through his adventures he’s truly a peaceful man.

[@mikestakeon]

Ray's story about the wolf is just magical. He must have so many other similar stories untold.

[@conchosewing]

Ray Mears is amazing human being! Kind and caring in his words and actions! and a master bushcraft survivalist

[@lr990]

Of all 'The Revenant' clips to show Ray, I would have loved to see his reaction to the native american building that amazing healing shelter for Leos character out of the material around them and with the hot boulders. That was a really amazing survivalist skill.

[@natelay7244]

What a nice, soulful guy.

[@spencerwvcmoon]

Yes indeed thanks Ray! For all the rays of wisdom over the years hahaa we need more people like you.

[@Cchogan]

Your point about bear's eyes is spot on. At one time at Whipsnade Zoo, the bears were in a very large enclosure which was being repaired. There was one section where you could get closer to the side fence than usual. I was standing there when a large Eurasian Brown she bear came to the bars. She sat down comfortably, leaning against them (visitors were kept from the bars by a low fence.) She looked straight into my eyes. There was no anger, just curiosity. It was so much more intelligent and immediate than a dog. And you are right - her eyes were beautiful. Then, after a bit, she yawned and went to find her day-nest she had made in the bushes. A very special moment, and unusual in a zoo. And a note to anyone making bear suits for cinema etc, she was very well groomed to the point of looking freshly brushed!

[@jonsmith8742]

I've always enjoyed and learned a lot from your programs over the decades. I've traveled the world living with the people of the forests of Borneo ,the Ecuadorian Amazon,Malaysia and Thailand also Alaska, BC and the Yukon and many other places too . One of my main inspirations has always been you Ray mears . Thank you for the years of great work you've done .God bless you sir .

[@glenallen196]

Incredibly well spoken gent with fabulous insight and anecdotes

[@GLOKD]

It's hard to believe a man this joyous lost his wife to cancer. This brings me some solace as my wife is terminally ill. Thank you Penguin.

[@intrepidbun5002]

May our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you and your wife at this time

[@gud2go50]

Ray is my favorite survivalist and has been for 30 years now. I also enjoy his historical shows as well!

[@SuburbanBushwacker]

Ray never needs to big himself up, he just invites us to share his curiosity.

[@alexaales7937]

what an amazing and kind human being you are, Ray! thank you so much for this, I thoroughly enjoyed it! All the best from Germany!

[@TheLoxapac]

Ray Mears. One of the most inspiring people for me.

[@paulbenedict6751]

What a legend Ray is. Every but as fascinating as the nature he studies. Miss him on TV a great human being

[@paulcarey2482]

I love everything that I’ve seen or heard ray do on tv and radio, fascinating man to listen to! Great to see this video I think I may look for some of his books

[@manosparavida3551]

I've had a great deal of respect for Ray Mears for over 25 years. Up until viewing this video i didn't realise that he'd also been to Idaho, which is like its own ecosystem. Idaho's on a plateau and basically 1000 meters above everything around it and is possibly one of the most breathtaking and picturesque states in The US. It's been 46+ years since my visit as a young boy from The UK, but i still recall most of the almost two and a half months our family were there visiting relatives. Incredible memories that I'll treasure for ever.

[@HiddenTide]

Fantastic to hear Ray again speak about things close to him. Loved watching his stuff growing up.

[@djrichylaurence8991]

I've been watching Ray on TV for ages and picked up some useful tips. I'm not much of an outdoor type these days but it's always interesting to watch and learn.

[@affalaffaa]

Watched all of his programmes from when they first aired in the mid 90s', always fascinating for me. Even shook his hand, at a book signing, after one of his talks. There. Beat that!

[@oneandonlyjaybee]

I shook his hand and got a photo with him (I'd heard the day before that he was doing the signing in a town about 20 miles from where I work. I went to tesco to buy a disposable camera and drove as fast as my 1983 1 litre fiesta could get me there on my lunch break). In conclusion; I love ray

[@affalaffaa]

@@oneandonlyjaybee With that photo in the bag, I am beaten. That was one well looked after fiesta, even if you met Ray within the first week of his first programme airing! I think I'm just as impressed with that honestly, haha. Not many of those left I bet. I agree, Ray really is a great guy.

[@oneandonlyjaybee]

@@affalaffaa i tell a lie, it was 2005 I think, about 2 years after we scrapped the 83 coral beige dream. I was in fact driving my mum's old '95 fiesta (1.2 litres this time!). I saw Ray again a couple of years ago when he gave a talk on his favourite expeditions by other outdoors people and survival stories. When I saw Ray appear from the side of the stage I involuntarily stood up and started clapping, starting a standing ovation 😂