Crossing paths with a Yellowstone grizzly bear.

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  • In Yellowstone, his will show the typical kind of bear encounter that I have. A grizzly unaware of my presence and what I do in order to safely get a video of the bear. This is along the Yellowstone National Park boundary on June 17, 2024.

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  • @redflamearrow7113
    @redflamearrow7113 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Beautiful videography! Thanks Stan for sharing so much with us.

  • @larrydraper4451
    @larrydraper4451 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    I just returned from Yellowstone. I was watching 2 herds of elk in Hayden Valley when I saw one herd, closest to the road, start running. First thought was wolves chasing them. Then the second herd, further up the hill started running too. I was excited to see what I thought would be a wolf chase. But to my surprise, it was just 4 "turons" chasing them. I left the city to get away from idiots but they are everywhere. Love your videos, stay safe.

    • @stkane102
      @stkane102 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      the tourist are a blessing, they put a ton of money into the Parks system and wouldn't even think of stepping into the Back Country. I have hiked 1000 miles in YP and never saw a tourist. What a beautiful wilderness it is.

    • @Colorado1derful
      @Colorado1derful 14 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      I hope you reported them to the nearest Ranger. They want to know about it. Disturbing wildlife in Yellowstone is illegal. Animals have a hard enough time surviving without idiots adding unnecessary stress to their lives.

  • @heatherdawn545
    @heatherdawn545 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I love your videos. Glad all went well . Beautiful grizzlies n elk . Thank you for sharing

  • @martinwelch5774
    @martinwelch5774 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    I have visited Yellowstone a lot over the past few decades, but always in the frontcountry. About a week after this video was posted, I have a backcountry permit on Shoshone Lake, just West of the new Heart Lake Bear Management Area. I have been concerned about bears, but I recently found your channel. I feel so much better about the whole bear experience now and how I will react. Thanks so much for your videos.

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  6 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      Thank you for your comments. Here is a video you may like about Heart Lake.th-cam.com/video/zGWZ_OzMjgI/w-d-xo.htmlsi=2obgg5Eju0fPLWYi

  • @PaulAmdahl
    @PaulAmdahl 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    Looks like bear has a broken leg...

  • @joanlajara3939
    @joanlajara3939 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    You have the most amazing videos of nature! What a beautiful place! Hope to visit one day!😄

  • @bellati2006
    @bellati2006 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    I always enjoy your videos Stan. Beautiful, raw nature at its best. Thank You! Stay safe!

  • @Colleen858
    @Colleen858 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I learned this morning my Niece died in her sleep. Your videos bring such peace to my aching heart.
    Nature is soothing ❤

    • @jodymooney255
      @jodymooney255 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Sending healing thoughts to you Colleen.

  • @paulm415
    @paulm415 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    As a viewer I appreciate you taking the risks you do Stan. Thanks

  • @johneason6540
    @johneason6540 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Always amazing Stan

  • @janicericciuti9035
    @janicericciuti9035 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Great hike thanks Stan.

  • @BackpackingWithJason
    @BackpackingWithJason 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Really cool footage 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @scottclark7836
    @scottclark7836 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Love your channel

  • @nmikali3848
    @nmikali3848 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Thank you for this(altho now i feel sad for the injured grizzly will be a tough road ahead for him/her)...cant wait for the next video...be safe❤

  • @JingsWorld
    @JingsWorld 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Was there by Gibbons and Beryl Springs 3 weeks ago and saw couple Grizzlies up on the hills . Nice coverage of this Stan, be safe. 👍

  • @marilynwargo6288
    @marilynwargo6288 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Yes, an older bear maybe and favors one rear leg and front right. Like a car hit. Shoulder looks a bit wrong on the right. But this bear seems to be doing well and is strong regardless.

  • @Mike-vd2qt
    @Mike-vd2qt 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    Yep, injured bear is even more dangerous. Skeedaddle outta' there.

  • @agnetha2012
    @agnetha2012 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You are courageous Stan. Poor bear, I hope he doesn't have any broken bones. I love to hike but am very paranoid about coming face-to-face with a bear. I grew up visiting Yellowstone, Glacier, and Waterton Lakes National Parks every year. My Canadian relatives have a lot of great stories of their encounters, but if I see a bear I want to be able to jump into my car, cabin, or anywhere safe from the bear. :) Thank you for your videos. I love them!

  • @jodybryant1752
    @jodybryant1752 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Me too, and even in a public camping ground on the foothills & outskirts of mountains . You maybe only a few miles up a canyon, and still
    Encounter a bear.
    Knowing the range helps, but no guarantee.
    I’ve had my share of escape from the bear episodes.
    In my life and I’ll never go back into the mountains without spray and someone who carries.
    It’s too dangerous anymore.
    Even experienced outdoors people,
    Must always be diligent!
    Great video ❤

  • @old4004
    @old4004 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You got us a little close that time, Stan. I'm glad I had an ultra-experienced guide to get us back home. Thank you!

  • @CplSkiUSMC
    @CplSkiUSMC 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    The best bear defense? Situational awareness.

    • @frisk151
      @frisk151 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Absolutely!!

  • @frisk151
    @frisk151 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks Stan!

  • @bessiemann7468
    @bessiemann7468 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The bear is hurt But he's beautiful

  • @JohnJames12
    @JohnJames12 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for another great video Stan. I’ll be joining you out there in a few days…

  • @laurielavallee411
    @laurielavallee411 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    He/she looks injured 😢

  • @roninatlanta
    @roninatlanta 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Nice video!

  • @malencid
    @malencid 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Bear has a bit of a limp.

  • @brettm8970
    @brettm8970 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Bring some beef jerky along. When he gets close throw it his direction and run😊

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Oreo cookies work better.

    • @MarkAltom
      @MarkAltom 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@StanMills 😂

  • @ronrash5895
    @ronrash5895 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I would guess at 4:23 of your video that the grizzly bear was well aware of your presence. I believe he did not care at that point. As you know sometimes the bear will not acknowledge our presence by staring or reacting in the way we think they should. I could be wrong. Just led a group on the eastern boundary of Yellowstone over Hoodoo Peak. The grizzly bear sign was everywhere. We had one come into camp and then leave right away. We were a very large group, total of 18.

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@ronrash5895 I went to your channel to see if you published a video of the Yellowstone trip. Let me know if you do. Would like to watch it. Thanks

  • @don_sharon
    @don_sharon 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    That bear has an injured left rear leg. It hops in the back end while running and limps when walking.

  • @briantodd4887
    @briantodd4887 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Your videos are great for learning about Yellowstone wildlife., I’ll be in GTNP/ YSNP last two weeks of July and early August- solo day hiker that plans on car camping quite a bit. As a solo and experienced hiker, what weapons/ deterrents do you carry? Is it safe to pack snacks ( trail mix, sandwich) in your daypack when hiking? I’d think the bears would smell it right away! Any tips, links or advice would be greatly appreciated. Brian

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  6 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I don't give advice but I do show what I do. I carry 2 cans of bear spray. And I always carry snacks and a sandwich or some main item to eat. You will have a great time I am sure. Thank you for your comments.

    • @briantodd4887
      @briantodd4887 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@StanMills Thanks, I’m sure each hike and encounter with wildlife takes a slightly different approach. I’ve heard carrying two bear sprays is wise. Glad its safe to carry our own snacks! I’m extremely excited! Booked some nights at Jenny Lake CG, Signal Mtn CG in GTNP and trying to get into Slough Creek CG first few days in August. So much to explore, even outside of the parks. Kudos to you , the content and information.

    • @stokebailey
      @stokebailey 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      ​@@briantodd4887 There are only 3 campsites at Slough Creek that open 14 days in advance. You'd be lucky if you were able snag one. All others are reserved well in advance and been snagged almost immediately at the start of campground's opening. With Pebble Creek and Tower Junction campgrounds closed for the season, it makes Slough Creek almost impossible to snag. My recommendation is to reserve a campsite now if you want to camp in YNP. You can cancel if you got lucky with Slough Creek. Getting a campsite is not what it was just a few years ago. I used to be able to drive up to Slough Creek campground (or any campground in the park) early (very early!) and wait until a campsite would free-up that day as campers vacated a site. Then, I'd have 14 days to camp there if I so desired. It was on a "first come-first served" basis.

    • @briantodd4887
      @briantodd4887 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@stokebailey Hello and thank you for that information- I’ll take a look and see what else is available and check back 14 days in advance to see if I can get a spot. Do you have any other recommendations that could be on the outskirts of the park? Maybe dispersed sites. I don’t need much space - just driving a Subaru Outback. Many thanks!

  • @garyag45
    @garyag45 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    🐻🦌🤛👍🙏😎🦅🇺🇸

  • @HorseMoNH
    @HorseMoNH 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The bear is limping at the right front leg? Or a leg behind?

  • @dictator9849
    @dictator9849 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Stan: you know how much I enjoy your videos but please be careful!! Very smart staying away from that one. Last thing you wanted to do was make a wounded bear feel threatened. I really hope his wound wasn’t caused by some idiot taking a “pot shot” at him. Probably not but you never know in this day and age.

  • @thefrase7884
    @thefrase7884 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Stan. Just subscribed to your channel. Being from Montana I’ve had several encounters with grizzlies. Luckily they turned out the same way yours has. My only unnerving scary encounter I’ve ever had was with a mountain lion. Have you ever had an encounter with a mountain lion?

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Wow that is interesting that you must have had some kind of close encounter with a mountain lion. I have never been close to a live one my entire life. I never even see them.

    • @thefrase7884
      @thefrase7884 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@StanMills…..my grandfather always told me that if a mountain lion is going to attack you you’ll never see it. If you see one and it confronts you if you stand your ground it will usually back off as long as you don’t turn your back on it. Again, you have a great channel

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@thefrase7884 I think that is exactly what I would do.

  • @outfitr9703
    @outfitr9703 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Left rear leg or foot is hurt.

  • @JimL2883
    @JimL2883 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It’s all fun and games until someone’s entrails get eaten.

  • @Adam-xo5iq
    @Adam-xo5iq 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What are the large birds in the beginning?

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  6 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Sandhill Cranes

  • @marklalone3091
    @marklalone3091 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    At this point in the season, you seem to be encountering more bears than in the past.

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Almost exactly the same according to my logs from past years. But I saw 6 bears at once with the mother and 5 cubs. So if I was to count that as one sighting then I would be less. I normally see 8 to 12 by now. But I have been busy doing other things and have not been hiking as much lately. During the month of June I will almost always see a bear on most hikes. thanks

  • @stokebailey
    @stokebailey 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    A commenter posts, "I feel so much better about the whole bear experience now and how I will react." So... What would you have done if the grizzly decided to charge you? How would you "react"?

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  6 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Stand there, facing the bear with my bear spray ready.

    • @stokebailey
      @stokebailey 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@StanMills Thanks, Stan! I'd do the same. But, please, one more question: Would you also yell at the bear in a commanding tone? speak calmly? or say nothing?

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@stokebaileycalmly. Here is a video that shows what I would do. Thanks.

    • @stokebailey
      @stokebailey 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@StanMills Much appreciated! However, I think you forgot to include your video link.

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      That's funny. I did forget the video link. Here it is and thank you: th-cam.com/video/O7XP1AxEFac/w-d-xo.htmlsi=253vkI4wNPm6nfaW

  • @kanamichelle7404
    @kanamichelle7404 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The bear is injured in the rear, foot or leg.

  • @mariaslibeck9984
    @mariaslibeck9984 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Is it preferable that the bear smell you?

    • @StanMills
      @StanMills  5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      If I need to go around the bear I prefer it just so the bear knows I am here and won't come walking up on me. Thanks

  • @johnfisher6449
    @johnfisher6449 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    not a good bear to be around

  • @strrangerthings7049
    @strrangerthings7049 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You are too far away from bears
    Stop lying stan 😅😅😅