Camping with Bears! ~ Lyman Run State Park, PA

[@aprilscarl5010]

People need to remember that this is the bears home. We are just visitors. I have had many of bears come through my campsites in PA State Parks.

[@catpatrick3838]

I guess those other campers don't realize bears don't run from loud noises, in fact they will usually investigate them. Bears will also try to rip trail cams off trees. They are extremely curious/nosy.

[@pamark3688]

One of my favorite parks in my area. That bear is a regular visitor. Never hurts anyone- just keep your food packed away.

[@milojames510]

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[@dariancairo1821]

@Milo James instablaster =)

[@utubewatcher806]

Finally answers two of my questions---is the bear Catholic? and, making lots of noise has no effect on scaring bears. Bear spray.

[@lincolnparmer9708]

Did you notice how dark it gets earlier? The sky is light, but the depths of the hollows between the hills, gives you the illusion of darkness earlier. Potter is so quiet at night. For a real treat take a drive up the hill to Cherry Springs. Lots of great star gazing up there. I enjoy these videos. Thanks Cliff

[@carolb29]

beautiful art you got! I love it. why didn't they just leave the bear alone, he just wanted to get in the dumpster, they leave him alone, he leaves them alone.

[@bigdee8497]

I’d tease u about the air mattress ... but my 53 yr ole bones thought 💭 ... brilliant !!! Well done teach

[@KatWoman_]

Cliff, you were killing me when you were blowing up your air mattress. I am at the end of a 9-week dispersed camping trip and was laying on a nearly flat sleeping mat in my tent as I watched this and that was after sleeping 4 hours last night:) But I did get to listen to elk and almost touch the stars here at 7, 400 feet. Love your videos. Come West!

[@TreasureHuntingSWPA412]

That's a nuisance bear, it's going to end up gettin itself killed or relocated.

[@waynebibey9727]

Need bear dogs...

[@cynthiahansen9902]

If that was me Cliff and that bear was that close and had no mind to leave then I would pack up and sleep in the jeep! I would never be able to close my eyes in a tent knowing you had a visitor in the park. Loved the video! Thanks Cliff.

[@cynthiahansen9902]

@Little PAW 1969 Thank you for jumping on my comment to Cliff. A bear is more likely to rip a tent then put the work into ripping open a vehicle at which point the driver can at least try to drive away unlike being killed in a tent. But you are way smarter than me!

[@ericcomp7032]

Skinned knees are evidence of an adventure had my friend.

[@teresahill14]

Seeing the bear was awesome! I kind of felt sorry for him because he was obviously hungry. I know you didn’t get much sleep as he kept coming back through the night. You won’t forget that trip for sure! Thank you for taking us along!

[@carolmchargue7746]

They'll probably end up tranquilizing the bear and moving him. He's too comfortable around people. It will get him killed. Unfortunate for sure.

[@aliciamott1396]

I play this video over and over , I seem to really be drawn to and seek out your camping videos , you relax and YOU’RE IN YOUR ELEMENT!!!!! God bless you , I don’t know your name ? I’m Alicia in Oxford Mississippi 🍄🍄

[@raynonabohrer5624]

Great video! My husband called our jeep a woman name too. I wasn't worried about the bear! When you camp down by the can you're going to have trouble. God blessing to you.

[@allygee5468]

Wow even got a visit from Yogi bear looking for a picanic basket lol looks like great fun Cliff

[@OlWolf1011]

I had to watch this! My first sleep-over in bear-country last month - for my 62nd birthday, alone 'cept for my dog and cat. Went up to Seneca Rocks in WV. The dumpsters they had in the camp were made of welded steel-plate with a heavy slide and catch to keep them closed - looked like you could toss a stick of dynamite in and it would stand the blast. Had a shell on my truck with hard-gear in the bed with water-jugs, my mattress and sleep-platform. Kept cooler of food in the cab, and refuse tied in a sack on the passenger floor. Cooked, ate, washed everything to remove food-smelling grease, and stowed it all behind the steel doors. Got a jar of tea, laid in my bed with the tailgate up and watched the sun set. Then I closed the hatch and locked it and fell asleep. Around midnight heard snuffling and a couple footfalls - but as soon as bear got a whiff of human and dog through the tailgate seam, with no strong scent of food - it shuffled off. Was in the 30s by morning, made a pot of coffee in the dark, lit my pipe, and watched the sun rise over the eastern ridge. Was feeling good being in the shell that night, though - don't think I'd feel comfortable in a nylon tent on the ground.

[@connie9]

Really nice tent upgrade. You will sleep nicely on that air mattress. You can add a sleeping bag to it in cooler weather. You can set the wafer on top of a hot cup of coffee. It will make it gooey. Baked beans & jerky. Perfect campsite dinner. That bear may have to be relocated. Does that type of bear grow larger? That dumpster should probably be relocated as well.

[@thewanderingwoodsman7227]

This was a medium-small bear, they do get much bigger.

[@kateclark7250]

I have been to Lyman's Run several times. Great place to camp. Your picture of the lake in the morning was nice. And the bear was plump and sleek. Beautiful animal.

[@tjmulligan3086]

the bear smelled your honey waffle! the honey waffle looks like a stroopwafel, one of my favorite snacks!

[@mikeh8129]

Nothing like camp coffee on a cool morning. Can't wait for the Kinzua video.

[@samanthab1923]

I remember when the bridge was still standing. Cool little tourist train 🚂 ran on it too.

[@reneereb6499]

Baked beans at the campsite (Blazing Saddles). When you mentioned you were camping in Potter County, the first thing I thought of was bears 🐻.

[@AJOCONNELLNEWPORT]

Loved the bear.

[@queeniesarver9788]

In just a few days we will be camping in Lyman Run State Park. I am a Potter County native and from age 12 to 18 lived in Shinglehouse PA. I graduated Oswayo Valley High School in 1983. Thanks so much for your wonderful video on Lyman Run State Park!

[@jadawson43]

I love your videos. I had back surgery. I was off work for 2 months and your videos kept me entertained.

[@davidb.3786]

Those mattress are nice - self contained we have a full size one for the house for guest. Works great.

[@stevethomas5509]

Great watch Cliff thanks......... (i was born in Surrey uk )..

[@lisasmith7854]

The sun setting part was gorgeous

[@alexandria8255]

My family owned a KOA Kamp in N. Central FL for 16 yrs. and we met people from Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, the UK and Japan. Great fun! Made friends with the Swiss couple.

[@elizabethrowe7262]

A beaut place to camp but not too sure about a bear wandering around. I think I would have slept in the Jeep although would not be very comfortable. Take care!

[@ruthgoebel723]

We love Lyman Run! Our son has this ‘tradition’ of taking a dip in the lake every Memorial Day. Brrrrr! Lyman is just over the mountain from our Lodge. We have seen bears at our Lodge, raiding the bird feeders, getting into the trash bins, etc. We’ll be heading up there in January for skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, or whatever. I have been going to Potter County for over 30 years…..just love it there!

[@thomasbiel7741]

The bear is very comfortable at the campsite. Secure the food and clean the top of the picnic table. Nice site.

[@albertmiller3082]

Just gorgeous. Great narrative. Great perspectives. Keep going!!

[@jhmorgan72753]

my friend Timmy says You can pet the bears in that park !!! scratch behind their ears and say "whose a good boy !!!!" Good Luck !!!

[@chriss5010]

It's been over 10 yrs since I was @ Lyman Run,back then the state was doing a renovation. Will be waiting anxiously for Austin dam video,I've been to the dam ruins but not down to the old paper mill. My family has a camp near Cross Fork,absolutely love visiting Potter County 😎👍

[@kevinschaeffer7248]

I am not sure why the people were upset with the bear. Those people are just visitors, the bear lives there. It is his home everyday. He was probably trying to chase the people away. Ha !

[@michellebehr7669]

It's one thing in the day time but at night I would be nervous.

[@jhmorgan72753]

the russians let the bears sit at the picnic table and they feed them and they get along just great !!!

[@samscaggs2270]

My favorite part of camping was waiting on the percolator early in the morning, watching the birds in the chilly morning. You need a percolator!

[@EKEACRES]

on Sept, 17th 2020 in Smokie Mountains, Tennessee,..a 43 year old man (Camping alone) was killed by a Black bear. When Rangers showed up, it was still eating the man and they shot & killed the Black Bear. Be careful my friend. The Bear was only 250 lbs, which is small. Our Bears here in Western, NY reach 700 lbs!

[@forrestbossler8075]

nice art work!!

[@R.C.1161]

Tent camping with air mattress, you may want to investigate something called a ground cloth. Adds a moisture barrier and puncture resistance for your tent bottom. They not expensive and well worth it.

[@therealdandyhouse]

Once again, just an hour from me. Great video, Cliff!

[@debbiehills2928]

ha! the first time i have seen this video. theres a freakin bear right there!!! we camped every summer at lyman lake when i was a kid. thanks.

[@suzanjournagan1112]

I'm so jealous. Very enjoyable and beautiful. That bear knows to come around in the evening.

[@lindajoy7208]

Well that was different. You didn't need to attract widlife lol Beautiful video 😆 I hope you're knees have healed. Don't think I would've slept at all. Take care out there.

[@DebraAnderson-o9w]

Something you might find handy is pre-cooked bacon for your camping trips.

[@rogerleight5174]

Your trip brings back a lot of memories for me as I spent a lot of time at Lyman Run. We used to swim in that cold water and I caught quite a few Brook trout in that lake on the far side of the dam. I would not be surprised if you saw another bear as there are quite a number of bear in Potter county. I am sure you will like the ruins of the Austin Dam and it is a shame that you don't have more time to go to the Sinnemahoning in the lower part of the county below Austin as you may see some elk there. Thank you for sharing this as it makes me yearn to go back to "God's Country"!

[@francene8950]

I just, LOVE❤️LOVE❤️LOVE❤️ the AMERICAN 🇺🇸 BLACK 🐻BEARS🐻 🐾🐾🐾🐾

[@lindsaymacpherson8782]

Love your camp setup but love the way you take the time for those that contact you Bear was very cool :) love it this was a very good video and a lovely spot

[@cathyherron2157]

No Lions and Tigers but a Bear oh my! It sounds like you had quite an adventure at your lates camp site Enjoyed seeing all your lates gadgets and the park it self is beautiful Keep exploring

[@heden1460]

I like camping. It's been too long. I've encountered bears before. My husband saw a skunk going through our camp one night. Fortunately, I missed that.

[@RevengeOfTheApocalypse]

I was really hoping to go camping this year but never got to it with everything going on

[@18Bees]

No kidding. 😭

[@bonnim5582]

another great video! better keep those honey cakes hidden from mr. bruin....he has learned an easy meal at the campground. safe travels!

[@ericolmeda9150]

If you've never been, try Sunfish Pond up in Bradford. They put up cabins for rent without electricity. Really cool place to stay a few nights, plenty of bears as well.

[@karenpacker8862]

Looks like an awesome place to camp. The view of the lake was beautiful! I think I'd be more leery of the bear. Nice artwork!!!

[@nobillclinton]

Always chilly at night up in Potter. . .and Kinzua as well. . .always bring something warm for night

[@allygee5468]

Went camping in friends paddock yrs ago a mob of kangaroos came round could hear them bounding around the tent in the dark I was worried they were going to get caught on the guide ropes lol

[@OutdoorAdventureswithShawn]

camping, gifts, coffee, and a bear ! great trip for sure ! I think he/she might be hungry staying close to the dumpster. i hate having to wait on the coffee in the mornings when we are camping.

[@Jeto704]

I've been to this park.My employer has offices in Potter County and on a week long trip a few years ago I went exploring. Also hit Cherry Springs and a few other state parks around the area.

[@marygarner5249]

Love your road trip Adventures take care

[@andreascott5815]

I fly fished Lyman Run years ago. Thank you.

[@angiewanders7272]

That gooloo battery pak is so cool. I'm going to get myself one and my daughter one.. I love camping. It's always cool to see a bear out in the wild.

[@boudica26ify]

Sounds like a fun trip. When you get to Kinzua Bridge you got to walk out to the glass platform. Can't wait to see.

[@WildCaptures]

I jumped on the glass to scare my family. Let’s just say I received the silent treatment for a while😬 I explained to them that you could probably park a truck on it 🤷‍♂️

[@boudica26ify]

@@WildCaptures lol that would do it. I made it out there but it was a tense journey out there. And you were jumping on it? You even talk about that and I can visualize spider cracking spreading too fast to get to safety. Was it the movie The Day After Tomorrow where that kind visual happened? Oh dear Lord in heaven. First with the ice shelf breaking off and then when they were traveling over the glass ceiling of the mall.

[@WildCaptures]

Shelley Fredrickson Haha your right that scene was awesome kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIGkmoKPhNeYfdU

[@carolemayer8151]

Please ask the Artist of the work if you could share the information about her art and were we could see it. Or perhaps she has a website?

[@41magfan]

Cliff, tips for your you. 1 get a ground cloth, it should be slightly smaller than the foot print of the tent. Allows rain to run off the tent, not under it. And it will keep your tent cleaner. If you camp with bears, change out of anything you cooked in. And never have any kind of food in your ⛺. Should of pushed on over to hearts content.

[@privatedata665]

cool place , been there . Place is super popular for ATV riding .

[@annasaylor3566]

This is so cool, looking forward for the next time

[@lindamccaughey6669]

Wow Cliff totally fantastic. If you like cheese next time you have baked beans drop some in it’s to die for. That bear was gorgeous, we do t have bears here in Australia. The kangaroos and dingoes might go thru your camp tho. That tent and bed are fabulous. I find air mattresses comfy too. So looking forward to next video. Thanks so much for taking me along and please stay safe

[@markjankowski4688]

Careful with the plastic on the handles of your new pots. I melted mine the 3rd time I used the pots. Good thing was the plastic melts at a low temperature. Even with it gone I usual don't need a pot holder. I use my pots even when I am not camping great size when cooking for one to two people

[@motorcyclemikel711]

I've never had a bear stroll thru my camp, but I had a skunk chase me and the wife out of camp one night near Nashville! Great video!

[@glennjudd2467]

Great video ! Cliff !!! Preety funny , watch out., look out , here comes the bear ! Usually harmless ! Looking for food ! Too bad , you didn't get much sleep ! Look really nice campgrounds !

[@makeupboss3568]

McKene Is really beautiful. Far North and close to the NY line , my daughter’ boyfriend lives in McKene . Have a good time , and thanks for a good video .

[@geoffreyjones2000]

Healthy looking bear

[@KatWoman_]

Yes, glossy and a good weight.

[@johnmelligan6197]

Awesome campsite

[@monikameza4107]

Thanks for sharing your camping adventure. Nice video I enjoyed it

[@SueGirling68]

Hi Cliff, a great tip when you're camping with an air mattress is to put a folded piece of bubble-wrap underneath the size of the bed, that way if there are pieces of glass or sharp stones you don't notice then there is less chance of a puncture 😉. The person who drew that picture is obviously very talented, it's beautiful. So cool that a bear showed up, although I don't think he was that welcome he didn't seem to care much either way what people thought, I wonder if he smelled your honey waffles when you opened the pack 😜. It was a lovely little campground though and you seemed to have got the best spot as it had everything you would need. Thank you for sharing your camping experiences with us, Intex is a great brand for inflatable beds etc and the tent was well designed and looked really big actually, although they should have labelled it a 2 man. I didn't know you could get those car power inverters, I will have to look into that. Stay safe and well, much love. xx💖

[@waltsimonson2556]

I remember as a adolescent , driving into Potter co. Pa. ( And not knowing wear we were on the map ) And I was messing with the radio , and it said " welcome to Potter Co. pa. GOD'S. COUNTRY " we were like what ??? Ware are we , it turned out to be an advantrue of a life time , thank you for reminding me of this

[@56kicki]

Well this video had a little bit of everything from beauty to adventure to scary to a lesson in camping. It was great fun!

[@darlenegood4101]

this is the year of the bear for you, Cliff...lol

[@jenniferbutcher8393]

I'm really surprised the park ranger did not come and deal with the bear....he seemed to be food-conditioned and unafraid of people....this is a recipe for disaster. In Montana, he would be trapped and relocated, and if that didn't keep him away, then most likely ...well...extinguished. your former student has such amazing artistic talent...I've seen other examples of their work...just wonderful! And...😊....you're welcome!

[@michellebehr7669]

23:9 There's a frickin' bear down there... several seconds later. Oh sorry 'bout that. I ABOUT DIED!!! I enjoyed this video (although the bear would have made me nervous at night.) The new tent was much nicer then the small one you used out of state at the camp site near the train tracks. The air mattress looks comfortable. It's interesting to see the modern convenience of using the vehicles outlet. The gifts, that I'm pretty sure we all look forward to you receiving were all nice. Those pots look sturdy and I like the handles. Thanks for all the detail and information you pack into each video you present. You're a genuine nice guy and it shines through.

[@chrisiiams4303]

I like your tent and bed much better sleeping

[@alineradventureswithsimons79]

My favorite park in PA. Short drive to Cherry Springs which is great for astrophotography. Didn't see any bears when I was there a month ago. Looks pretty empty and I've never seen it like that except through the week. Very cool piece of art. Galeton has a great ice cream place with the best sandwiches...takeout only at this time.

[@alexandria8255]

love skydome in tents..nice to lay there looking at the starts watching for ufos and shooting stars...oh...the papermill video kinda creeped me out with al the holes in the floor...all in all that too was a great video...

[@burnroe6611]

Just did the blue ridge it was beautiful .however warning if you turn off the blue ridge at certain points you must use low gear i actually burnt my break pads so bad my wife and daughter thought the car was on fire . natural bridge was great as well. Keep up the great vids

[@chrisiiams4303]

I was just thinking I’ll be saying lots of prayers for you. The bear was beautiful and so is the area your at

[@jackielatham4831]

Loved this camping trip cliff Wow that bear was a beaut, as you said we don't have them in the UK but found him fascinating Lovely gifts and the artwork was very talented Thanks for taking us along xx⛺

[@tyesoutherland4618]

What an exciting video. how ever i was a little concerned for your safety and your neighbors thru the night. Awesome video Cliff....Bravo!!!

[@carolynkid216]

I have traveled a portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway...you're gonna love it. Soooo beautiful! And those Honey Stinger waffles...YUM!! They make energy chews and gels too. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@debbieblaylock9997]

That place is beautiful and seeing the bear wow how cool is that

[@martyjones9374]

What an adventure Cliff! Love your tent & Intex mattress. I have a couple Intex at lake place. One is queen size. For now till I move there, very comfy. Those honey waffles looked so delicious & awesome gifts. Cool meeting someone from England. Not sure if could have slept in tent with bear that close but felt sorry for him. Bear lives there & trying to survive. Yes indeed he would have loved honey waffles. Oh my goodness coffee you enjoy in some amazing places!! Thanks so much, loved the camp over!! 🐻⛰🥰

[@nateshon3eastbroadtoprailr448]

That lake is always COLD!

[@garyjohnson4608]

Wow you picked a really nice camping spot !

[@karendworschack756]

Awesome video, Cliff! That bear would've freaked me out! Especially being in a tent and not in a camper! Those honey waffle things looked really good! I've never seen those before! Now I'm going to have to look for some! 👍

[@karendworschack756]

@Little PAW 1969 you shouldn't use someone else's channel to advertise another one! That's so rude! I won't be checking that out!

[@dakotawest6799]

My 2nd great grandpa was park ranger or wildlife ranger in Galeton love the video keep up the good work

[@user-David-Alan]

The bear was cool. You will love the Blue ridge parkway if you get to travel it. Wow, air mattress, that was an air bed. I bet you slept well. The locals pronounce the bridge Kinzoo, indians call it Kinzua. Walked across it before it fell down. It was amazing. Great video and thanks for sharing.

[@davidbarnes1439]

he's checking out the british birds 😉

[@glennmorrell4907]

Cliff I think that’s a yellow jacket in the painting at 9:00…

[@wanderingcrowe]

I love all your videos, but your camping ones are some of my favs! Always so peaceful and a way to "get away" while being in this pandemic lockdown.

[@wendyhenschel.]

I miss camping out. Have a hard time because of my back. May have to look into those intex mattress's. Your former student does beautiful artwork. She should do more of it to help pay for her college education.

[@edithdavis2848]

Bear that close I'd be sleeping in the car. Beautiful place. Enjoyed the video. Oh yea he came back definitely sleeping in the car. To tame, Cliff dumpster is behind him and he is coming your way Not towards it.

[@karendworschack756]

Me too, Edith! If I'd even be able to sleep! Lol