WE SURVIVED A BEAR ATTACK / Bear Hunt Went Wrong - Stuck N The Rut 168

[@trevorkolmatycki4042]

May I suggest additions to your lessons learned list?: 1) Never use hot loads… that extra 30-50fps isn’t worth it 2) Consider using penetration bullets like Barnes LRX… they retain more weight than bonded core bullets. 3) When in survival mode… force yourself to eat even if you don’t feel up to it due to nausea or whatever… it sucks but you need energy. I learned this from a mountain guide my first time scrambling up a mountain in tge winter to go spelunking. He simply would not put up with my refusal to eat when we reached the top so I forced down some awful food… he was right. Wow what a story!… thank you for sharing!

[@heatheruntz5315]

Why shouldn't you use hot loads? I'm fairly new to this kind of stuff, but for bear defense I carry underwood hard cast in my 10mm and 4570, would you say that kinda stuff is too hot?

[@primitiveoutfitting]

Trevor was always smiling, even after the charge. That situation was handled perfect cause you two worked together, and the danger level remained high after the shot with staying on the mountain with being soaked and freezing temps. You two didn't panic, which saved your lives. Great video with a ton of educational insight which will help many.

[@david-ve4hd]

I'm so glad you put that last part in. I've been a guide for 35 years and had some pretty bad situations in the past one that did involve a brown bear. And you're spot-on. Your honesty about this video should be commended. Anybody that tries to crucify you really doesn't know what they're talking about. Good job I've always enjoyed your videos.

[@Stuckntherut1]

Thank you so much. All we can do is learn from our mistakes and move forward

[@tanagrenda2316]

Thank you very much that means a lot! I’ve been grateful to all the guides who understand and helped to teach me 👍🏼

[@tolt1776]

Wow...seriously? How many times did you not have a backup gun? Have a pistol fall out of the holster??? I would argue you don't know what you are talking about and must have been a very ignorant and unsafe "guided" 35 years?!?! How many died?..clients that is.

[@solidjohn6856]

Wow what a great Vidio It really shows how real it can get out there! It shows how prepared you must be Always have a backup and then another I’m sure this Vidio will save lives thank you for how you shared this story Also wow I can’t believe the amount of led he took before he dropped thanks

[@dizcret]

..w0w! Dang, too bad you found the pistol.

[@kurtlowe5825]

The fact that you let us see your mistakes and let us learn from them is the most respectful and honorable thing you could've done! 🎯

[@americanhorseman]

You two are lame

[@derbabadoming]

mistake was to do this trip

[@caspermaul7583]

No that would have been to leave the bear alone. Period!

[@sillygoose5138]

Most people dont go hunt and kill dangerous animals for no reason.

[@harrikuusjarvi3795]

True. I hate the video but respect honesty. If u f?ck up it good to show it. U should not hunt Bears again.

[@HikeHuntHaul]

Thank you for sharing. This is why I practice with my 44 mag all the time, practice with bear-spray deployment, and carry a magnum caliber rifle. Bears are so powerful and fast. Much respect given.

[@somerandomgamer1260]

this is insane i would never in a million years think that bear would cover 500 yards after being shot 3 times with a 338. Even the final 454 shot that put it down didnt look like it fazed him. He had killer instincts right up until the lights went out.

[@Stuckntherut1]

Definitely a crazy experience.

[@karlhans6678]

@@Stuckntherut1 how many shots did the 454 Casull hit the bear, only 1 shot missed?

[@magnusalbusvenator406]

Last May, I had to shoot a grizzly in Wyoming. I was also carrying a taurus, but mine is the tracker in 44 mag. When I ran into the bear in the thick willows, he was about 20 feet away by the time I drew my gun dropped to a knee, so I wasn't shooting down on him he was at about 10 feet I fired 2 rounds double action and dropped him at 6 feet at that point I fell over backwards rolled to the side and made a run for it when we went back with the warden the bear had got back up and went the opposite way about 100 yards before it died as I had missed the head striking it in the chest with both shots. It was a strange combination of pure terror and excitement

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

I shot a black bear, albeit not an Alaskan grizzly but it was pretty large, 391 lbs when we scaled it. I shot it with a Colt Anaconda and two rounds in the chest using Remington 240gr SJHP’s. After that I switched to Doubletap lead hardcast. Them bears can take a lot of punishment before they go down. I was surprised.

[@Arodnyc72]

God bless you guys ,wow !!!! Crazy stuff

[@markhepworth]

Why do these animals need to be hunted? Is there a plague of bears or something..?

[@colt10mmsecurity68]

@@markhepworth They are hunted because we would rather forage for our own fresh non added hormonal meat, than to buy it at a grocery store. Hunting and gathering is part of man’s DNA. It’s fun and exciting to scout, pursue, catch, clean eat and preserve the hide.

[@markhepworth]

@@colt10mmsecurity68 You eat Bear meat..? I know what you mean about all the crap pumped into animals in the US,that’s why US meat isn’t allowed to be sold here in the UK.

[@DianaReyes-ex8nm]

The fact he said “I feel like I’m gonna die today” be careful with your words. I’m so glad you guys make it ❤ love the videos

[@alfredzig2035]

Well, I think that bear had had the very same feeling a couple minutes before them ... as the second bullet hit him when he was just minding his own business ...

[@raider7829]

Yes. In the Bible is says our tongue has the power to speak life or death.

[@leonardogarcia2506]

Explaining the issue with the rifle is the part of this video I appreciate the most! Lol. It was killing me trying to figure out what could have happened to cause the issue with cycling the bolt. A++ on this video and the way it was narrated! I can’t imagine the feeling of going from hunter to the hunted.

[@dw3094]

Most people bow hunting carry a pistol but I'm not sure those hunting with a rifle do. I would always have a backup in bear country. In most of these videos, they don't even have a round chambered until they are ready to shoot. I have heard the guides say they won't let the hunter carry a loaded gun. If they're that scared of a loaded gun, they should find another line of work! Then again, is it part of a guiding license that the government mandates?

[@paulreichard7988]

I have spent a lifetime in the field and have had my share of close calls. My heart was pounding sitting in a chair listening to you describe the bear coming at you. Your quick decision to relocate was smart. Great story and good lessons for all!

[@moneyandtimefreedom3352]

One reason why everyone I hunt with all carry their own 454 casull. Shit can go south very fast and everyone needs to be able to take care of themselves. Tana is awesome and very experienced and that experience of listening to that prompting of getting as far away from the bear was the other thing that saved their lives. So glad you both are safe. You need to send casull this video. Note: my uncle was best friends with the guy who developed the 454 and became his first rep for them in Alaska. It became the gun of choice in Alaska because it is big enough to do just what they did. Yes it’s a big gun and can be a brute to shoot but when you are in a situation like this you want to kill it and stop the threat not piss it off.

[@tanagrenda2316]

Thank you for this feedback! So true. Everyone needs a 454.

[@Muskiehunter92]

Very true. I think having a large sidearm while hunting many regions is a very good idea... Sadly, as a Canadian living in canada, we would be dead in that situation as we cannot carry a sidearm anywhere... even in remote wilderness with dangerous animals....unless somehow you can get approved for a wilderness carry license, but thats like asking someone for a 10 pound gold bar... God forbid that our licensed, vetted, tested, and government approved citizens that are also licensed for hunting carry a large caliber revolver in the wilderness for last resort protection.... Gotta stop those urban gang bangers shooting up the downtown ghettos, and carrying a revolver in the wilderness will only exacerbate the gun crime in canada right? We have one of, if not the most retarded government in power right now... The things that our tyrannical radical leftist PM has done to licensed firearm owners in this country is straight criminal. Once you lose a right by order of the government, it is 10 times harder to get that right back... Hopefully we can rid ourselves of this current sewage named trudeau that we have as PM and get Mr. Poilievre in as our leader and maybe we can get a portion of what we lost back. Wishful thinking either way. This is why gun owners do not want to give an inch... because they take a mile. Every. single. time. History has shown this is almost always the case.

[@corygamble9785]

No kidding, 3 rounds from a 338 rum and it still all but kills them after walking/running 6-700 yards.

[@Animal-Reaction-Clips]

Ladies really ain't got a brain. She had bow but her brain got clogged snd instead she starts recording and that is what you call a liability. She expecting the guy to die for her. Feminist ​@corygamble9785

[@Delvin-j4f]

@@Muskiehunter92 carry one anyway, your life could depend on it. don't let the freedom hating, control mongers dictate your life. just keep it quiet.

[@K.Fulkerson]

While I have taken many deer and different animals with both archery and firearms, I’ve never been interested in taking a bear. This video doesn’t change my mind but it does help me appreciate what can happen on a bear hunt. Excellent video, shows the reality of hunting.

[@thehungryhunter3454]

Crap happens you can never be fully prepared for everything. Glad you survived! Side story: My dad shot a brown bear in a meadow face on about 150yds and his rifle jammed. Knowing it was clear the rifle or die he didn't look up until he knew the bear should be on top of him but to his surprise there was no bear to be seen but come to find out it fell in a small depression in the ground about 20yds from him heart shot. He was lucky that bear died quick but when it's our time nothing can stop it and when it's not our time nothing can take us. God bless.

[@bigstew9724]

The fact that the bear, after taking 3 shots, was so determined to getting them is simply amazing to me.

[@T-Rock-u4r]

Absolutely scary too. He was hunting them down even injured like that

[@stanleysanders9099]

A lot of lessons learned on this one

[@justindyck9705]

Tana’s take on trauma and learning from that experience is pretty profound. Thanks for sharing!

[@StonedBarbiee]

Yea the mentally deranged seem to be okay

[@caspermaul7583]

I don't think anyone in the video (or watching) learned anything of value🤮

[@JamesM-l5g]

@@caspermaul7583? I did.

[@joeloweryourexpectationsbiden]

She learned what most people learn before 25

[@SeanRichards-gv5gg]

The most unbelievable Bear video I have ever seen. Your shot placement on all 3 shots seemed perfect. The fact that he came after you from that far after those shots is a brutal lesson in just how incredible these beasts are. You guys handled this in a manner I would hope I could muster but I guess you would have to be there. Amazing video and a great explanation throughout. What a memory.

[@trevorobanion8100]

WOW!!! Obviously, we, as viewers, can't know what you guys went through with this situation. Having been through similar things, although not as close to being eaten by a monster bear, I can really appreciate how guys kept it together enough to make it out of that situation relatively unscathed. Although, that situation will inevitably be played through your minds forever now, because you guys handled it the way you did when it came down to the nitty gritty, is why you were successful. Thank you for sharing this with everyone. Lastly, don't let any of the haters get to you. Just about on every we hunt we take part in, we can look back and say we wished we would have done this or that. What happens going forward is how you know you learned from all those experiences! Well done, guys!

[@Stuckntherut1]

Thank you for your support Trevor

[@royhoglund1322]

Wow! What a harrowing experience. Huge props for surviving it! And even bigger props for sharing your experience and starting the Bristol Bay Retreats!

[@caspermaul7583]

Many would disagree with parts of that statement...

[@jammerbammer3029]

Wow! Tana, what an insightful close. Trevor, way to hold it together and make those last 4 rounds count. I'll be processing this tonight in my sleep. Holy Shit!!

[@Mark-rk1gg]

You guys made a split decision that saved your lives, running to that rock is what kept you two alive. So many things went wrong it was almost like it was your turn to go. But you fought like your lives depended on it and you’re both here today because of it.

[@wchinook]

The crazy thing is that bear coming straight for you guys from 475 yds despite his wounds, through the snow, whatever. It is insane what nature is capable of. What, how, and why...that is the last thing I would have expected. Total craziness. Great job on all aspects of the video.

[@allenc5108]

Hands down the best bear hunt video I’ve watched. I lived and hunted in Yukon for ten years. Everything went my way, thankfully. I heard numerous stories much like yours about enraged grizzlies, so I was always careful with my stalk and shot placement. The .338 WinMag. often giving one shot kills. Your commentary at the end makes it a life lesson for hunters. Thank you for sharing your lessons learned and wisdom.

[@louisschmidt1426]

Sh-t rifle. How can you's let the beast suffer like that?

[@NashVegas13]

This happened to me sighting in an AR-15 pattern rifle. Primer came out of the back of the case, fell down into the lower and wedged itself under the trigger. (Trigger was stuck down and wouldn’t reset.) glad it happened on the range and not in a dangerous situation. Glad you guys are ok. Keep up the good work. Love the videos you guys put out!

[@JamesM-l5g]

Wow! I will never look at your guys channel the same again. How you guys made it out of there alive I do not know. What true grit and character from the both of you! I would say congratulations on getting a fine bear, but it’s more like congratulations on surviving! The bear is one thing, but staying the night on the mountain is completely another. But you guys did have some survival gear. So 👍! Jesus is King

[@chriseddy1459]

First off I am glad you all made it out safe from that situation. Second, whoever wants to crucify you for this just plain and simple will never understand the situation. As a public hunting platform you took some risk publishing this, but for 100% of the hunting community you just provided a potentially life saving video. So thank you for your willingness to share and being extremely unselfish in sharing this experience.

[@NeiloftheNorth]

I was in a bad situation in Montana. Long story but the main point is we didn't have the gear, we relied on tech, and we ended up lost in a blizzard. We survived through the night but had hypothermia. It was rough and when an elk bugled the next morning we didn't even care. We just had to get out. We turned on the heated seats and cranked the heat. The seats weren't turned down and neither was the heat for the next ten hours. Glad to be alive.Thanks for sharing. You are right - always bring your gear.

[@Stuckntherut1]

Thank you for sharing, and glad you are alive!!!!

[@NeiloftheNorth]

@@Stuckntherut1 #metoo. LOL

[@shanespicer6348]

Hi Guys, (from Australia) another great video. My wife and I were on the edge of our seats watching this. Tana, you will have people criticise you but as long as you learnt from this, which you did, you live to hunt another day and more importantly hug your children and husband. People who never make mistakes, never try anything in their life. Please don't take this the wrong way but maybe Someone was looking out for you. Stay safe.

[@milesboulton9885]

A wonderful blend of courage and humility. Thank you for your transparency. When you're willing to share as you did, we all learn. This is so important because every last one of us is fully capable of making a wrong decision. God bless, Miles

[@Stuckntherut1]

Thank you Miles

[@Stuckntherut1]

Thank you all for watching. This needed to be a long episode for it to make sense. I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have, however, I recommend any of you that have questions or concerns about the hunt to watch it entirely before asking. Your questions most likely will be answered in the 50min film, you just need to have patience.

[@joelmcmahan7386]

I remember this happening and the stress Mis Tanasue had for a couple days. Glad the good Lord got you guys out of there and Trever and sis both made it home safe with a heck of a bear hunt memory. Thanks again to STUCK IN THE RUT FAMILY, CREW AND FANS. keep that RGB next to you in brown bear country. 🐻🎥💪🏽💪🏽💯👍🙏🏻

[@yo2stix]

Wow. What an experience. I was rushed by a moose with my wife once. Nothing compared to this. What Kuiu jacket were you wearing the first 3 days? Was it a hard shell or soft shell?

[@johnneygregory8305]

Cmon this is a grizz hunt definitely a backup rifle is necessary u guys got so lucky hope lesson learned

[@blakegipson8136]

Having never hunted grizz was shot placement and bullet performance actually sufficient or was there a lack in either area? I'm pretty sure it was that same round in another 1 of your rifles on an elk hunt that I got into a discussion with you about. I feel that if 3 rounds went through the vitals AND performed as a hunting bullet should, that bear never should have been able to move far. Like I said, I've never hunted grizz but I personally would be considering a different bullet or even a bigger cartridge after an experience like that. Glad it all ended as well as could be hoped for in that scenario.

[@DavesW]

Is all the bear meat unused/ wasted? I suppose other wildlife make use of it.

[@leevernesmith6236]

The fact that you took one rifle is crazy!

[@Bill-xx2yh]

"AGREED" BOTH OF THEM SHOULD HAD handguns and long gun. Woefully underarmed and why did the Rifle screw up?

[@allantrafford6262]

Wow! It's crazy how the most improbable things happen at the worst possible time. A primer falling into the perfect spot to cause a bolt malfunction. Life is crazy. I know it was a traumatic experience, but look at the bright side. You lived. You learned. And you'll be more prepared in the future. Keep the videos coming. I love you guys.

[@Stuckntherut1]

Life is crazy. Thank you for your support

[@joeloweryourexpectationsbiden]

It wasn't traumatic, it was intense.

[@robertarmstrong2248]

Old military axiom (works for business as well) is, "two is one, one is none." One rifle is none, one cook stove is none, etc. Even a lightweight .30-30 is an acceptable backup rife for a charging bear. Also, I stick with factory ammo for hunting, even when hunting little Texas whitetails (my handloads I use for practice and sighting in). But that was a helluva story, to be sure!

[@10EPrecision]

It does not always take excessive pressure to push a primer out of the back of the case. Cases with multiple firings on them can develop loose primer pockets that require almost no pressure to get them to fall back out. (I’ve had this happen with live un-fired reloaded ammunition in a plastic ammo box)If you use a hand priming tool you should be able to “feel” these cases when you seat the primer and cull them out. Definitely the perfect storm to knock a rifle out of the fight though. Glad it worked out for you guys!

[@adamgrenda2695]

Switched the gun to ADG new brass and will come down a grain in h 1000 thoughts ?

[@blakecrawford9303]

@@adamgrenda2695 ADG is great. Down on powder charge could be good if you can get the SD's satisfactory. Is this Adam the pilot?

[@adamgrenda2695]

@@blakecrawford9303 ya I’ve been called worse than a pilot tho.

[@ScottWeinand]

@@adamgrenda2695 Adam - one thing to look at if you're getting higher velocity than you think you should be per the amount of powder you're using - carbon building up in that barrel over hundreds of rounds will tighten up the bore and increase pressure and speed big time, and can cause issues. Using an abrasive bore cleaner such as Iosso or JB bore paste will be the most effective way to cut that carbon out. That may or may not be what's happening in your rifle, but it often gets overlooked!

[@cokinator100ify]

@@ScottWeinand yes. I think Brian litz called this velocity migration, and it happens with very overbore cartridges.

[@traveltrailertipster259]

Your comment on how we rank in the food chain without our technology and high powered weapons is something we as hunters tend to forget, or worse yet, ignore. God was watching over you both and let you live to do exactly what your doing, helping to educate and better prepare others for a similar situation. You certainly don't need anyone telling you how foolish it was to not have back up weapons. I'm sure you'll never make that mistake again! Thank God your both alive and well. I appreciate the humility I felt when listening to you tell the tale. I learned a lot from your situation as well.

[@crimeariver6034]

God is letting them kill majestic animals for no reason other than a good story to tell? Dumbest thing I've ever heard. No good reason to shoot the bear in the first place. To hang on a wall? Unexceptional

[@jimross7506]

Well, this one should make the next edition of Alaska Bear Tales! Great job of telling the whole story. but when the bear was 5 yards away, Tana decided to pull her phone out for a video: Tana: "well, if we get killed this video will put my kids through college" Trevor "Cant miss now, If this bear hurts Tana, Adam will skin me alive"

[@tanagrenda2316]

Hahaha I think in my head I thought “they need to see how I die”

[@robertcarey3383]

WOW after the bear ate 3 rounds from the .338 he was coming for revenge! It then took 4 more rounds from a 454 to bring him to a stop. It is stories like this that cement the reputation of the Grizzly as one of the toughest animals on earth to stop. Thanks for sharing...... that was a hell of a story.

[@blakecrawford9303]

I'm glad you guys finally released all this. I listened to it on audio maybe a year ago. And always wondered what took the rifle out of service. So I'm glad Adam described the situation with the primer. Everyone who uses a rifle needs to get a firm grasp on that failure. Knowing what to look for could obviously save your life or someone else's. Going over the mistakes at the end was a great idea. Anyone can learn from you sharing. Adrenaline, stress,trauma.....the first time i felt all those i thought i was going to throw up for hours. Felt wrecked the whole next day. But it is something we can get used to. I love all the stuff you guys show. Keep it up. Glad everyone is OK.

[@alpinejuggernaut]

That bear was the freaking Terminator!!! One of those freak scenarios where 95%+ of bears would have died on the spot, but he just wouldn't go down. You can see large blood spots the whole way down. That makes for one helluva story! Even at 475yds that bullet had a lot of pop. And an Accubond is a great bullet choice. If it was the third round, the chances are good that it was a reloading anomaly (happens to the best). Just a whole bunch of random things coming together at once. Glad you made it out with no damage and an awesome story!

[@mervjb809]

This video was mesmerizing!! I've hunted all my life, but this would have been terrifying, and to think that you lost your pistol, but were able to find it, was all that stood between life and almost sure death! What an epic tale! Glad you survived!

[@benkeachy]

This story is beautiful in a primal way. You both relied and depended on each other to make it through this deadly encounter. Tana trusted Trevor with her life, knowing that he had what it took to defend them both in a life and death situation. Trevor trusted Tana's intuition that they should make their stand where they did. Together you both survived. Had either of you not reacted or trusted each other the way you did, things could have, and very likely would have, turned out very differently. Mad props to you both. Inspirational!

[@HiMarsPewPew]

Relax pal it was a hunting trip, tables almost turned and they got lucky. That Bear 🐻 gets my respect went out like a true Grizzly!

[@gordthor5351]

Kenneth Beachy What is "beautiful" or "primal" about using 21 century technology to senselessly torture and kill a beautiful animal for no good reason? Our (primal) caveman ancestors hunted for survival with nothing but what nature offered as weapons (sticks and stones). The only thing sport hunters share with our primal ancestors are an unevolved savage brain. It's nothing to be proud of to make animals suffer and take their life just to hang the hide on your wall as a trophy. They brought everything but the kitchen sink from modern day pampered life and still almost got killed and they have children. I just don't see any "primal" connection, or feat in senselessly killing animals from over 400 yards away, with high powered weapons you bought at Walmart. There is no sport in bringing a gun to a fist fight. When the fist fighter almost beats you with your astronomical advantage (a plethora of modern weapons), it's an embarrassment, not something to boast about. Even dumb animals rarely kill for reasons other than for survival (mainly food or defense). Sport hunting goes totally against nature and only depicts people of whom aren't in tune with nature. The exact opposite of what they are like claim.

[@konnereverhard3172]

HOLY WOW WOW!!!! That was so powerfully intense!! Thank goodness you two made it out safely. People have no idea how tough mother nature has designed her predators. My daughter was watching over my shoulder from time to time (but only I had the sound bc of my headphones) interrupted me and said, "Looks like that bear is starting to come for the hunters" - we watched the last part together and she doesn't even hunt!! Thank you for sharing!! Love your videos.....

[@perrys5954]

I can't express enough appreciation for you sharing this video and the humble approach you took to the experience. This lesson could, and may likely save someone's life one day :)

[@scotthammond7983]

Wow. Epic adventure with a "lessons learned" summary. Very well done. Give yourselves huge credit for not panicking. Glad you're both ok.

[@Mrhvndsome]

Lesson here is leave these poor animals alone . Doesn't matter if the animal it's self is vicous. That's what tf they are they preditors. U people make me sick tf u mean u glad they both ok after they went out of the way to kill a wild animal

[@Mrhvndsome]

@jakemccloon2297 they should've gotten mauled by that bear

[@joeiii6899]

One of the best hunting videos out here!!! Thank you so much for posting! I’m so glad you both made it out OK . Too often we forget when we’re in the woods how vulnerable we are

[@steviegallegos9470]

I think it's great that you guys could reflect on what happened, what mistakes were made, and share it with others. Very commendable, and it gives us all a chance to plan better, no matter what we are hunting or where!

[@DebbieTomkoSUNSHINE]

When you run, you become prey. Wounding or hurting a bear, the bear will kill you. Good video for all those who think they can shoot a bear and survive. Most dont. Thou shall not kill-Gods law. Maybe they survived, to give them time to make up for their sins.

[@Bigcat54]

@@DebbieTomkoSUNSHINElmfao our lord is talking about killing each other. Nothing at all to do with animals 😂😂😂

[@bigmc5921]

You both are so lucky to get out and away with your lives intact, 2 rifles and 2 hand guns are a must..I am just glad that you both are OK and get home to see your loved ones again. Best regards for the future to all our Hunting and Stalking friends out there

[@steveg1596]

Tana, IMO what you are experiencing is Post Traumatic Stress. But I bet you already know that. I have PTSD as a result of my military service so it’s easier for me to see it in others. It’s good you recognize it, and can talk it out. It can affect you for years to come if you don’t deal with it. What you did at the end of this video was what we are trained to do in the military and that is we run an after action report exactly like you did. What went wrong, what went right, what do we do differently or do the same. Down to the tiniest detail. Trevor and you are both in top physical condition to do what you both did up on that mountain that day. I believe that played a part in the positive outcome. Trevor and you are in the best position to figure out what happened and how to avoid it. I will not judge, because we all are fallible. Glad you both came out alive. Kudos to Trevor for accurate shooting in a life or death situation.

[@beccanlevisalaska]

I knew how this ended and I was still at the edge of my seat the whole time. Absolutely wild experience and so glad you made it out alive. Amazing story telling as well!

[@ronaldpretzel7170]

1- Better holster for the 454 ! My Son and I are Alaskans and like you folks ,learned a lot of hard lessons so when hunting moose in heavy willows it's easy to run into Brown bear . So we both carry the same caliber rifle and revolver , you just never know . We use 375 HH mags or 300 win mags and fresh Nosler ammo ! Hot loads are not necessary . So much to learn and you learn something new every trip. At night sleep under one cover back to back will prevent hypothermia . Thanks for the story =glad your safe.

[@darrenlay3198]

There is no other way I can say it. This is the best hunting video I've ever watched hands down. I totally left my bedroom for 20 minutes.

[@BenBen-eu5wx]

Thank you for sharing your experience. That is nuts! Those outside the experience will talk it up but NEVER know that adrenaline dump. They talk from their safe places. The reason for being there and doing that stuff is an ethical debate, which is warranted… that’s what makes us Americans. We can all respect each other and talk. I’m glad you guys are safe. I won’t be getting that rifle, but glad you guys had a second line of defense. God bless us all and our beautiful wildlife.

[@mitchelsandel5065]

The sale of 454 casulls ^^^ awesome video guys!

[@tanagrenda2316]

Everyone needs one!

[@catdaddy3302]

@@tanagrenda2316or a brace of two in their case. 🙀

[@ADVENTURESOFBZ]

Man watching this fully through for a second time was even better!! What an adventure!!! People ask why do you do it, why kill animals, blah blah blah. It's the adventure, its the testing of your mind and body. Its the accomplishment. And most of the time its the meat. Not in this case its not meat but it is all the others i described. Absolutely incredible!!!

[@andymicka9065]

I've been waiting for this episode for quite a while. Tana you have been my wife's health coach for several years and I knew the story from IG. So grateful you all came home in one piece. I can relate to what you said about trauma. Mine wasn't from a bear but rather a timber accident. I now listen to my intuition. Thank you for sharing this story.

[@travisleedom2083]

Outstanding video. I fell like a lot of people would have attempted to hide the mistakes. That was wild, glad you guys are ok.

[@kevinp9867]

Wooow!!! I’ve been waiting for this video since you shared the experience on Instagram. I’m so glad you survived. The will to survive is unreal. Thanks for sharing the mistakes and how to do it in the future.

[@hailmary30-06]

Should change the title to “BEAR ALMOST SURVIVES HUMAN ATTACK” lol

[@knuckledragger2412]

3 shots in the torso region from a .338 at 450 yards. 50 minutes to die, likely covered 600-700 yards with the ability to kill both of these hunters left in him. Let that sink in folks, that is eye opening and alarming. .338 in a human torso would be just short of a complete excavation. This was a great video that represents mountain hunting in a place where only a weapon makes you a predator. Without it you are as helpless as a rabbit. Outstanding guys👍

[@tanagrenda2316]

Nailed it.

[@sillygoose5138]

yeah too bad he didnt get them.

[@knuckledragger2412]

your statement fully reveals that you are weak and fragile.

[@CoralSea]

This is probably the best bear hunting story on YT.

[@hunthealthy1018]

Hell of a hunt! Absolutely terrifying! Glad you guys made it out safely. This is a prefect example why I honestly can't see myself going after a big brown. Congrats on the big boar though!

[@davedeville6540]

What a mess… Impressive handling of a situation gone seriously sideways. A lot of lessons to unpack here.

[@sarab7083]

So much learning in this video for the viewers. Thank you for your honesty and the lessons learned at the end that can benefit us all. I am so glad you’re okay. If anyone questions this, they didn’t speak or hear you speaking after this event. It’s also very easy to be a keyboard warrior from the couch. Crazy video and story. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@egansmith5681]

It’s always the nerds in Sitka that can’t figure things out. Glad he’s good at reading snow conditions but not good at anything else

[@RandyHunt19]

Very interesting video your going to get a lot of feed back here and some won’t be nice, however glad your both alive, Trevor balls of steal man most guys would have missed at that range shaking so bad. Like your explanation at the end of what happened and totally agree with your decision on back up to your back up. Small fold up 12 gauge with 3” slugs and extended mag would be nice however weight on a back pack hunt is a hindrance. This time would have been relief…Glad you had a handgun revolver, sometime autos fail where as a 5 shot or 6 shot revolver very unlikely to fail. Just not very accurate at a great distance unless you shoot lots. Great video…..

[@bsc1463]

Very educational video thanks to your honesty . Very well explained and all questions were answered at end of the video . Wow ... what an experience ! I felt like I was truly there with you two as the situation started to change . Great job !!

[@dw3094]

She shouldn't of popped in and did commentary until the end, she spoiled the excitement!

[@chrismccotter5351]

I greatly appreciate the transparency along with the closing recap of lessons learned. We'll done and glad everyone returned home safely.

[@heathmarcum5390]

The fact the bear spotted you, and was aware for its own safety after the shots on it, and tracked you so damn quick, tells me he probably was completely aware of you before the 1st shot and just didnt take it as a serious threat.. which also tells me that bear is a bad ass hunter when it decided to be..

[@MrBitter4]

It’s because they yelled at the bear to try to get it to stand up. Like you said, pin pointed them before the first shot

[@crimeariver6034]

Was a bad ass bear. Didn't deserve what they did to it. Yeah too many bears bullshit I only saw one

[@lucky9lives4me]

Usually your videos are no longer than 10 to 15 minutes I'm excited for this

[@snoxpro]

Crazy experience, I wish she could have filmed the whole encounter with the pistol but I totally understand you had more important things to worry about lol

[@chancebrown33]

This got my adrenaline going just watching and listening to the story. Amazing job keeping his cool in those shooting conditions. Awesome video guys and glad everyone made it out safe.

[@alberto-alsapao6891]

Excellent video, as 30 year soldier and prior Alaska assistant guide, I always pack 2 weapons, own 2 Casulls myself, a Freedom Arms and the short Ruger Alaskan, always have the little Casull on me, glad 360 Buffalo Bore woeked, that is what I carry! Tim Sundle is the owner of BB and I grew up with him hunting with my Dad. Remington and Sako above 300 can fail mechanically, I am and Aircraft mechanic and finishing Mechanical Engineering degree, I bought my Dad a new RUM and it failed on a hunt....crappy feeling walking out without a back up, thank god the Casull saved the day! One last thing, rifle, bow and pistol? If Im tagging along or guiding, I have my Brown Precision 458 Mauser loaded with Buffalo Bore 400 grain tsx min, plus a Casull .....BTDT...been there....true extractor guy from now on.....thank you veryy much!😅😂

[@adventureducklings]

It's insanely impressive that those shots were able to hit with those kinds of wind gusts. I mean sure it's a 338 ultra mag but those are some crazy gusts.

[@seanmccoy8423]

Impressive? Seriously? We must have completely different definitions of that word. Unethical and careless are the words I would use to describe this shot show. To take a shot at that distance, in that wind was stupid and that animal suffered needlessly. This video doesn’t deserve to be on KZbin.

[@michaelwhiting668]

Trevor you are the smartest hunter I have ever seen on utube. Most hikers and hunters don’t bring a side arm, I think it is a must.

[@jackchristenson2137]

I rarely comment on any episode on you tube. I do enjoy the learning opportunity from this episode. I applaud you all for posting this episode. The learning portion was the most valuable. Hopefully from what you experienced you can apply to the absolute safety of your future hunts. That way you all can continue to enjoy the life that God has allowed you to live and share with others. Even though someone feels comfortable shooting at “X” distance does not mean common sense should be taken out of the equation. Shooting is far different than hunting. Blessings to you all on future hunts.

[@isaiahmartin5935]

I’m a hunter and a pro grizzly hunter but leaving the meat is just wrong idc if you have to walk 50 miles to get all the meat out you have to do it. The other odd thing is your reaction when the shit hit the fan you still were smiling what that animal suffered bc you took a bad shot was not worth just his skin you should’ve taken everything.

[@jacobbird7015]

What an amazing story. Something that most hunters never think will happen, really can happen.

[@I34R]

17:29 I felt very bad for the bear. It’s heartbreaking.

[@maryvasquez5071]

Me too😢

[@scottburgess696]

Holy smokes you guys, what an adventure, thank you for sharing it, and so glad it worked out for you both! Your follow up information is priceless, EVERYONE who heads into the wild (especially Alaska) needs to listen and watch your story, Sometimes there are things out of your control, sometimes not, be aware, be prepared! Awesome video!! Good luck with your "Womens in wilderness retreat" super idea!

[@defiant4698]

12 ga with slugs is a good option as well as a backup. Great job on staying alive! 👍

[@alaskanadventure3275]

What a hunt! I was so engrossed in the story line, the lack of bear photos was lost on me until you apologized. Congratulations, and thank you for the explanation about the gun mishap!

[@mathewgoebel4078]

You forgot the kitchen sink. Thanks for the video I thought there for a minute. I was gonna have to clean my Drawers out. Good old Tours, gets the job done again. I'm a wheel gun man myself. You may not get as many shots off. But Then again they don't jam as easy either. Good luck with your hunts and stay safe.

[@Stuckntherut1]

Thank you

[@varmintermagazine]

You two held it together and took care of business. I doubt most of us could have focused like you did and come out alive. Me included. 🤜🤛

[@chillgilmusicisonyoutube7165]

God bless you, and your family!! This was the best 'MOVIE' I've ever watched. And I 'm happy for that ending. Thank you for taking me along.

[@grappler84]

The persistence of that animal, with all those shots in, to walk 400 yards just to fuck up whatever thing just tried to kill it is absolutely insane. Scary as fuck. Glad yas are ok and now you have a great story!!

[@Stuckntherut1]

Thank you for your support

[@mikemchugh949]

What an absolutely incredible experience. I’ve watched many videos on bear hunts lately and it amazes me how wounded bears commonly circle back and wait to ambush whatever is tracking them. That bear would have absolutely killed the both of you had y’all not had that pistol. Congratulations on your trophy bear though, glad y’all made it out and made this amazing video.. So, from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Take care and stay safe.

[@Charlimarteli]

I don't know how Joe Rogan hasn't picked this video up...

[@lizzylou36]

Whoa!!!!! That, my friends, is a tale that will be told for generations to come. You're damn rockstars!

[@nataleighbarrett5506]

I already know how this ends and I’m still so nervous watching it! So glad y’all are safe

[@victoralaskan]

Thanks a lot for sharing this video. This video triggered a lot of thoughts about ethical shot and hunting.

[@Stuckntherut1]

It definitely did

[@KH-rt3ef]

Calling that a bear attack is just foolish. You went out there to attack bears, attacked one, it moved to defend itself and you strategically displaced. You’re traumatized by getting what you asked for? While smiling while telling the story. Honey, sound like such a fool.

[@nadagabri5783]

100% the most excellent video on the bear attack and what all the other ones failed at was preparedness these guys hundred percent prepared and alert.

[@dimensionsofearth]

Incredible tale of adversity and perseverance! I'm sad you shot the bear for the hide only and not for the meat. As a new hunter I cannot imagine going to all that effort to then leave behind the carcass and not honour what the animal offers up when it dies at your hand. Glad you guys made it out okay!

[@Hundert1]

Happy New Year and happy and safe hunting 👍👍

[@stevekremer5942]

You have obviously never tried bear meat. It's not worth packing out

[@Hundert1]

@@stevekremer5942 Gator meat is delicious 😋

[@squatch2461]

Good on ya Tana🍻 Learning from your experience and using that to help others be prepared.

[@electronaut9858]

Gotta say this as a hunter and a fisherman...shooting a hibernating bear is low on every standrards in this part of the world...How is this legal?

[@rkf2746]

Shooting any animal while laying down is as low as taking an animal over bait.

[@josechacon7033]

Can make a whole movie outta this now wayyyy god bless sheeesh,,,,,,”it feels like I’m gonna die out here” 1:45 haha

[@driverjohns6051]

Great video. Thank you for sharing your experience. I've been doing outdoor adventures my entire life and it doesn't have to be a dramatic bear hunt that can kill you. All too often it's the simple things that people overlook. I learned a lot by watching your hunt, much thanks for all the efforts you put into these videos.

[@shannonskinner8367]

First.So glad you two are OK.And thank you for sharing the whole story.Your family educates a lot of people in many different ways.👍🏻

[@lenny5586]

Happy that both Trevor and tana are ok and got out of this safely. It ain’t no joke when a bear is going after you, happened to me once on a fishing/moose hunting trip and now I’m more prepared than I used to be.

[@noyoriver]

Best Bear story ever, !! Thanks for sharing.👍 I can't imagine the revolver flopping out and quickly finding it close by, that was the key, thank the Lord on that one.😊

[@michaelmaynard8079]

Amazing story. I'm glad you both lived to tell about it. Hopefully, someone learns from your mistakes as you did, and it saves them from having the same thing happen to them.

[@Stuckntherut1]

Absolutely