A Bear Snuck Up On Me While I Was Photographing A Great Gray Owl - Wildlife Photography Rulez!

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  • @divingbeancounter
    @divingbeancounter ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Sick of GGO vlogs? Absolutely not Steve. I'm in the UK and love to see you trudging through the Teton woods. I am becoming obsessive about that beautiful bird now. We have been lucky enough to visit the Tetons and Yellowstone twice, in 2017 and 2019. We travelled with a long mental list of wildlife and have seen it all EXCEPT the GGO. We so need to get back! Keep up the good work.

  • @foto-spective
    @foto-spective ปีที่แล้ว +17

    The owl looked so cool walking along the fallen log. What a great encounter. Absolutely love your videos.

  • @gkny4045
    @gkny4045 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I LOVE when the owl walked down the log!

  • @JenRitchiePhotography
    @JenRitchiePhotography ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So good - love his feet and legs as he steps down the log 😍

  • @neilalmond9354
    @neilalmond9354 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve don't even think about quitting on the Great Grey Owl photography, it's so great.

  • @scottheppel8847
    @scottheppel8847 ปีที่แล้ว

    Entire vlog was very entertaining, but the portion of the owl walking down the log was priceless. Keep the GREAT gray blogs coming.

  • @dougkrupa2372
    @dougkrupa2372 ปีที่แล้ว

    To answer your question never get tired of your Great great owl videos. Excellent

  • @sasquatchabout
    @sasquatchabout ปีที่แล้ว

    The owl walking on the log was totally awesome! Very cool.

  • @lynnecliffe3056
    @lynnecliffe3056 ปีที่แล้ว

    We won't call it the Jackson moonwalk but the Gray logstep. Thanks for the forest dance.

  • @TheWalrus48
    @TheWalrus48 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely love the photo of the owl walking along the log - - cracked me up - - thank you so much for all of the information and the wonderful photos

  • @DerSystematiker
    @DerSystematiker ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful creatures.
    Back in the 80s I lived in a small town of 5000. Everyday on my way to school I came by a private property. On that property there was a house and next to the house there was a tree. A spruce or pine tree only a few meters away from the street and the sidewalk. On that tree there were sitting 10 to 20 owls basically every day - I don't know for how long. Must have been years. Almost everyday I took a short break there and just watched those amazing creatures. That tree became well known as the home for owls. Long-eared owls if remember correctly. So beautiful. I've never seen anything like that again in my life. One day in the late 80s the tree was gone just like that. Never saw an owl again in and around town.

  • @vincentlamoureux422
    @vincentlamoureux422 ปีที่แล้ว

    Owl on the log steals the show!

  • @bobcat6653
    @bobcat6653 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not tired at all of the owl vlogs, keep em coming! Thanks!

  • @randygoodsell1533
    @randygoodsell1533 ปีที่แล้ว

    We never never ever tire of owl vids!

  • @JackZievis
    @JackZievis ปีที่แล้ว

    So cool to catch the Great Gray walking. I've never had one do that. Awesome!

  • @MrMarkx7
    @MrMarkx7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's good to have friends in high places thanks Mr owl lol

  • @debbiewhatt7489
    @debbiewhatt7489 ปีที่แล้ว

    Superb photos of that awesome owl, loved the one with sunlight through outstretched wings. What a wonderful afternoon for you and thank you for sharing it with us. Always love coming along on your adventures!

  • @lindahenderson2113
    @lindahenderson2113 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you, Steve. I appreciate the videos where you take us on your hikes in the woods to look for owls! Beautiful pictures. I look forward to seeing more!

  • @mackie169
    @mackie169 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful day !
    Thanks for sharing. A lovely series of images, and i love the picture of the owl prancing down the fallen tree best. It oozes character.
    Cheers.

  • @tc6912
    @tc6912 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not at all sick of owl videos. Maybe a little jealous! Luv your work. You do the wildlife justice.

  • @rolybaker7770
    @rolybaker7770 ปีที่แล้ว

    That last shot was epic, he turned around as much to say "what are you looking at" lol, great video great shots and a lesson on perseverance.

  • @rickschneiderphotography
    @rickschneiderphotography ปีที่แล้ว

    When the Owl walks it's feathers look like some giant cape. I've never seen one walking around in all the videos I've seen.

  • @PhotographybyTimWMoore
    @PhotographybyTimWMoore ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Steve, please keep shooting those beautiful great grey owls! We will never get tired of your enthusiasm while you are out tracking and shooting these majestic birds of prey! And seeing owls and bears at the same moments is just unreal!

  • @marciacooper4662
    @marciacooper4662 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW. And acrobatic GGO. Awesome video, photos, and time spent in nature. Thanks Steve!!

  • @claudinesturdevant2948
    @claudinesturdevant2948 ปีที่แล้ว

    I adore the Great Gray Owl so please keep it up. Thanks for the great shots and vlogging.

  • @tylerhorton3976
    @tylerhorton3976 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always love the owl footage! The GGO walking down the log was my favorite bit. You got some wonderful light on the bird and what a treat to have so many hours with the bird. Keep up the great work, Cheers!

  • @CraigNiesenPhotography
    @CraigNiesenPhotography ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve, spectacular photographs of the owl Thanks for taking so long. Peace and Safe Travels

  • @VictorWeizer
    @VictorWeizer ปีที่แล้ว

    Love what you're doing with these outings. GGO's are amazing critters. Thanks for sharing.

  • @gunny2044
    @gunny2044 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding work Steve... I'd call that a very productive afternoon!

  • @toddleech1055
    @toddleech1055 ปีที่แล้ว

    sick of great grey owls? NEVER, you keep posting them, i'll be watching, your work is absolutely amazing....i'd love the opportunity to shoot one of these

  • @cgan2013
    @cgan2013 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never, ever tire of these GHO vlogs!!

  • @brianlemke6017
    @brianlemke6017 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like maybe one of your best “owl outings” of the year - for the subject, the perches and backgrounds and the light. I imagine you got a bunch of wall hangers from it and look forward to seeing them in your 2022 “best of” vlog.
    We’re on the left coast right now but can’t wait to get back to Calgary to hunt Snowies in the wheatlands east of the city and great grays in the foothills west of us.
    I loved your instagram shot posted recently of our foggy bull. I got some very similar silhouette shots I’m really pleased with. Thanks again.

    • @SteveMattheis
      @SteveMattheis  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! And good luck with those owls…

  • @stevebratton5654
    @stevebratton5654 ปีที่แล้ว

    More owls more owls ,more owls ! Thanks for the vids.

  • @clintmiller3654
    @clintmiller3654 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great day for a photo shoot,

  • @JohnGreen3rd
    @JohnGreen3rd ปีที่แล้ว

    Not tired of owls!

  • @barrystent3689
    @barrystent3689 ปีที่แล้ว

    I could never get tired of your GGO vlogs Steve. Infact all your adventures are great to watch. Thank you

  • @miketramble1442
    @miketramble1442 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not sick of em. I love seein em. Thanks for the great content. I hear owls around where I live all the time but never see em. Really cool animal!

  • @stevenzilverberg6458
    @stevenzilverberg6458 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know how nice it is to be out in the forest enjoying the quiet solitude. All you hear is the sound of birds, wildlife and your own breath. Please be careful out there. If that were a grizzly it is likely we wouldn't be enjoying those beautiful videos of yours.

  • @GregSheard
    @GregSheard ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Absolutely beautiful footage and shots of the Great Grey Owl 🦉
    I especially loved the ones along the log it was walking down 🙂

  • @LisaSaffell
    @LisaSaffell ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching it walk on the log just made me laugh hysterically

  • @andrewinpompey
    @andrewinpompey ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, great photos! I particularly liked the owl walking on a log video and photo.

  • @kirstymcleod6647
    @kirstymcleod6647 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just love the video clip of him walking down the tree trunk….. slightly undermining the “majesty” of great grey owls 😂 Really enjoy these out in the woods videos - one day I will make it to your area! Thanks Steve.

  • @toddbailey5198
    @toddbailey5198 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never tire of GGO videos!! Bring them on!!

  • @bens9599
    @bens9599 ปีที่แล้ว

    I came for beautiful wildlife photos, interesting story and unsurpassed photography tips and knowledge. But I stayed for the disco music.

  • @chipsrafferty8362
    @chipsrafferty8362 ปีที่แล้ว

    No,keep on keepin on.
    The Grey walking the log was epic.
    Happy Thanksgiving Steve.

  • @kennetht66
    @kennetht66 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the owl vlog thanks again!

  • @antonoat
    @antonoat ปีที่แล้ว

    Some beautiful images there Steve! Guess you're loving the Z9 and 400f2.8 ! Hope you have a fantastic Africa trip, take care. Cheers from the UK.

  • @Kayahdog
    @Kayahdog ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the ‘hunt’ for the owls almost as much as the images, it shows that you make your own luck through your knowledge and persistence. Curious though as you lose light and have to push your ISO up to 2800 on a couple of images, do you have to do any extra post processing work? They look so clean and sharp, great work as always. Keep up with the owls and taking us along on the hunt. Have a wonderful holiday with your family.

    • @devin_starling
      @devin_starling ปีที่แล้ว

      2800 iso isn’t high….I’ve shot clean images at 12800 iso with my Sony A1. Topaz DeNoise helps.

    • @SteveMattheis
      @SteveMattheis  ปีที่แล้ว

      Imho, people make a big deal about noise when they don’t really need to.

  • @akountreegal
    @akountreegal ปีที่แล้ว

    Not EVER....I love the Great Gray...would love to see one someday. Keep posting your wonderful video's..

  • @mscott976
    @mscott976 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the owls! I am also a bear fan. Please keep it up.

  • @johngubbins4752
    @johngubbins4752 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant love your video and wish l was there. Just a wonderful owl and very enjoyable to watch.😀👍

  • @donalde1517
    @donalde1517 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video. Sick of them? No no no. Love them.

  • @paulacellaphotography4058
    @paulacellaphotography4058 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your work and fabulous narrative always keep me smiling!

  • @daveandrew4717
    @daveandrew4717 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Steve. The great grey owl vlogs are terrific and I hope you keep doing them. In Minnesota we have them in the Saks-Zim Bog if you are lucky to find them. When you do it is a great experience.

  • @4x4_travel
    @4x4_travel ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve- As owlways, thanks for sharing!

  • @cathesselbacher2762
    @cathesselbacher2762 ปีที่แล้ว

    LOVE the owls Vlogs, don't stop. I LOVE it when it's on the log, how precious!!!

  • @greghughes3965
    @greghughes3965 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was way fun! Thanks for taking us along - great gray fun! And great music tracks too!

  • @johnmarcello5096
    @johnmarcello5096 ปีที่แล้ว

    These images are magnificent.

  • @shaddring
    @shaddring ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, love that shot at 17.44. Keep up the great work!

  • @jeffcowan2667
    @jeffcowan2667 ปีที่แล้ว

    Defiantly not sick of seeing GGO vlogs. Really great stuff!

  • @timnichols3795
    @timnichols3795 ปีที่แล้ว

    Keep up the great grey owl vlogs! They're all great!

  • @amynelson9499
    @amynelson9499 ปีที่แล้ว

    Second time watching this video. What an amazing day you had, great weather and great scenery. You got some absolutely stunning shots, bravo.

  • @jimeiden9561
    @jimeiden9561 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video and photos as usual! You are the great Grey owl whisperer!

  • @BillFerris
    @BillFerris ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic! Simply fantastic :)

  • @beckyholub7467
    @beckyholub7467 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who can ever get sick of owl
    Vlogs, keep them and all your videos coming!

  • @johnbonotto7637
    @johnbonotto7637 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Them bears are sneaky 😊

  • @ianbachanek2538
    @ianbachanek2538 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the GGO videos. Makes me want to get outside. It also makes me look forward to getting after the Snowy Owls that come South each winter. Thay should be arriving shortly (I hope).

  • @lisabirdluvr9742
    @lisabirdluvr9742 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve,I am never tired of your owl videos. This 1 was spectacular!I was wishing the whole time I was there too. Amazing!Thank you so much for posting.

  • @keithdickson8364
    @keithdickson8364 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now that was amazing. Great job.

  • @arthenry498
    @arthenry498 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You REALLY did that owl justice!! You made him a portfolio to sell any where!! GREAT shots, all!! I enjoyed how you followed him there. My only problem was the bear. Were I there, we would have answered that age old question of who poops in the woods!! ME!! You caught so many wonderful views of the owl and illustrated so many facets of him it is amazing GREAT photography. Love every shot!! Thank you SO much for your work here. I felt they joy you felt in doing this and I enjoyed it even more.

  • @yanpermana8685
    @yanpermana8685 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy this episode. Great stuff!
    I adore your extra juice ZV1 setup. Keeping it running the whole day.

  • @VABrowneMDPhD
    @VABrowneMDPhD ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve, what another amazing adventure! Keep bringing the awesome content! I never tire at seeing GGO’s!

  • @jasoneldridgephotography
    @jasoneldridgephotography ปีที่แล้ว

    Great as always Steve! You keep making'em, i'll keep watching'em.... When I grow up I want to be like you.

  • @JohnDrummondPhoto
    @JohnDrummondPhoto ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your owl vlogs. My daughter recently recorded the call of a saw-whet owl outside her home in Brooklyn, of all places. I wish I'd been there to shoot it.

  • @Tipton_Wildlife
    @Tipton_Wildlife ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Steve! Grey Owls are the hardest animal for me to find in the Tetons. Way to not let the bears sneak up on ya!

  • @tomp.7908
    @tomp.7908 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, beautiful shots 👋👋

  • @chrishinckley8507
    @chrishinckley8507 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome as always Steve. I am very envious!

  • @merkin22
    @merkin22 ปีที่แล้ว

    So, so beautiful; your images made me weepy such is the beauty! I thought it was a surprise to turn the other day and there's a coyote 30 metres from my tail end; you get snuck up on by a black bear! Thanks as always for inspiring, entertaining and most especially beautiful content. Cheers!

  • @ronnyolsson2802
    @ronnyolsson2802 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video Steve ! Love these Owl videos ! Ronny //

  • @DeeDeeDIY
    @DeeDeeDIY ปีที่แล้ว

    Never tire of these vlogs.
    That is a magnificent bird! Loved,,loved, loved seeing the toptoe ( walk) down the log. Without your vlogs I would never have even known about Great Grey Owls. Thank you for sharing.
    The bird had your back!

  • @barnaclewatcher4060
    @barnaclewatcher4060 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful....

  • @samm8135
    @samm8135 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video Steve !! as always.....

  • @JACKnJESUS
    @JACKnJESUS ปีที่แล้ว

    If that was a Grizzly...the video would have changed drastically. Good stuff!!

  • @jss27560
    @jss27560 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not tired of the owl videos and you have done justice to them. I especially liked the owl moonwalking down the branch, the 1st one more than the 2nd one. The ones with black backgrounds are also good.

  • @fredyt8318
    @fredyt8318 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome movie fantastic picture what a day you must have had

  • @samanthakrom1546
    @samanthakrom1546 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video was awesome, thankyou for sharing! Beautiful work!

  • @christophercarlimages9003
    @christophercarlimages9003 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never get sick of GGO vlogs! Your enthusiasm is infectious! Three hours of incredible images that some people spend a lifetime getting just one! Awesome!

  • @paulkirk5760
    @paulkirk5760 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful shots!!

  • @macimages4215
    @macimages4215 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Loving the owl vids and your vids in general. Your enthusiasm for what you do comes through and is contagious

  • @evgenygorshkov9893
    @evgenygorshkov9893 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Steve ! Great !!! Interesting video !!!

  • @MrDeano41
    @MrDeano41 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @JeffandLeslie
    @JeffandLeslie ปีที่แล้ว

    the owls are beautiful creatures. Never get tired of content that features beautiful creatures.

  • @ArtoMikkola
    @ArtoMikkola ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, definitely not tired of these great gray owl videos! Keep them coming 👍🏼🦉

  • @chrisjmiller6
    @chrisjmiller6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tremendous GGO content, Steve. Keep it up, your images from this hike were beautiful

  • @4High4Low
    @4High4Low ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the GGO vlogs keep them coming.

  • @tomespinoza9809
    @tomespinoza9809 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video, Steve! After waiting 9 months, I finally got my Z400 2.8 TC!

  • @marilyngiannuzzi9867
    @marilyngiannuzzi9867 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OMG loved this video.I want to be you!💕

  • @StevenKingMarch051961
    @StevenKingMarch051961 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow Steve got some awesome shots be careful out there those bears will get yea keep up the great photos and videos thank you so much.

  • @idabustamante7081
    @idabustamante7081 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome video . . that owl 🦉 definitely was posing for you 👍

  • @rolindowndriver
    @rolindowndriver ปีที่แล้ว

    We don't need anymore 'cow bell" We need more Grey Owls please sir! Thank you Steve, great stuff!