Hiking With Bears || ViralHog 

This man shoot the video HORIZONTALLY while stalked by BEARS !! Professional!

"I am now being eaten by the mother bear, who has had a change of heart. It is extremely unpleasant, but I understand her motivations. The two cubs are playfully watching. I will apparently not see the Super Bowl this year, but I feel certain the Eagles would have won. Then again, my thought processes are somewhat scattered at the moment......"

Walks backwards and bumps into papa bear

- "Mama we can follow this guy?" - "Yea why not, will fun"

Because of this video I learned I could hold my breath for a minute and 54 seconds.

This guy is the real MVP, he's in this situation and still has the decency of recording in landscape.

I am so glad you are still alive. This is one of the scariest videos I've ever seen.

LONGEST MOONWALK EVER !!!! MOST INTENSE , DANCING WITH THE BEARS

Some say he is to this day, still walking backwards

Wow that footage was awesome. I'm glad that your ok. Stay safe

That mama bear was surprisingly calm. She didn’t even see him as a threat.

I was on a similar trail in Katmai several years ago when a mom and two cubs came close....my friend and I stepped off the trail, into the tall grass, and stood silently while the three bears went on by, not paying any attention to us. It seemed the smartest thing to do rather than continue on down the trail with them behind us.

Video on BearTube: ... and this was the moment when a man appeared in front of us. Of course I was shocked and the kids trembled but we knew we had to behave as naturally as possible so we just continued walking as if he hadn't been there... We were hoping that he would leave our way at some point but he just kept on following our route. Horrible adventure, believe me.

How do you walk backwards with all that shit in your drawers.

"Oh guys, just give me a break will you" - I'll never hear this same phrase the same way ever again.

Man: Give me a break Momma bear: leave the poor man alone Bear cubs: IT'S A RACE!

At least it wasn't a sea bear...

Mama bear to cubs: "See that guy over there? He's gonna give us free food if we follow him!"

Baby Bear "Mum whys that guy walking backward ". Mother bear " I don't know son lets follow him"

Seeing the cubs playing together is adorable!! I love how most young animals share that trait with human children.

lol 0:59 "oh c'mon guys give me a break" *gives him a break*

It's quite possible that the bear was using you as a shield from a nearby male, biologists have noted that some grizzly moms with cubs walk close to area frequented by humans because the know the smell will unnerve adult male bears, which are the main cause of death for cubs, it may also explain why she is constantly glancing back, looking for a predatory male.

if this was a movie he definitely would have stumbled and then a park ranger would come out of the trees and ride the bear off into the sunset

That is the scariest thing I've ever seen! I'm surprised you kept it together enough to keep talking thru the recording. It kinda looked like you wanted documentation in case you didn't make it.

This is the part where I trip my buddy and run.

Wow you handled that very well. Remaining calm and talking to yourself so you knew what you wanted to do and what you wanted to avoid doing. Well done sir!

Legend says that this man is still walking backwards to this moment...

You really kept your composure! Way to stay alive and not panic. My heart would be out of my chest...

That's an amazing encouter you're lucky to experience it, and survive it...

Nothing like a relaxing hike in the woods to get close to nature!

I am surprised she didnt take a run at you. Probably showing the little ones how to stalk prey lol

"Aw, c'mon guys, gimme a break...!" Lol! YOU are my spirit animal.

"If I keep walking backwards I might stumble, so I'll keep walking backwards." Brilliant.

"If I keep walking backwards, I don't want to stumble." He stumbles and the theme from Seinfeld begins to play.

I love the way she looked at you at the end :D congrats on surviving!

you were so LUCKY that bear mom was in a good mood. meeting bear mom with her cubs in the forest is quite a big risk. I would rather meet male/female bear by themselves than bear mom with cubs.

Legends say hes still walking backwards. His Phone Battery died shortly after he uploaded the video though.

Beautiful, what a lovely mother and her babies. To You Mother Earth I ask to please protect your true Children from us humans! All the best to this Beautiful family!

She was just walking the kids to school. Who'da thought she'd get a play-by-play guy for her morning routine?

He did just the right thing. He stayed calm, didn't turn his back on them, kept talking softly to keep himself and them calm. If he had turned off they still may have followed him except he wouldn't be headed to the shelter he was using AND could have gotten lost. Usually when people hike alone they let someone know their route and expected time of return or post it on the log at the trail head. If he had taken another route and got injured it would have been harder to find him. If he stepped off the trail and stood still hoping they would pass, the curious cubs would have examined him and any motion of his might have been seen as a possible threat and inspired a warning or attack by mom. I hope I hold it together and take the best course of action as well as he did if I'm ever in a similar situation. Very well done sir !

That mama is one massive, gorgeous bear. What a thrill once the terror subsided!!!!

This game has awesome graphics! Gotta be scary AF with a VR glass.

The authorities say you should always wear a little bell and carry pepper spray in bear country. You can tell the kind of bears by their poop. Black bear poop contains twigs and berries. Grizzly bear poop contains little bells and smells like pepper spray.

LOL! The cubs are just curious! "What are you?" Good job staying calm and not seeming threatening

'I am a simple bear i see a cam and i follow it'

Now that they're in front of you... Follow them... see how they like it.

You are extremely lucky, so lucky it's unbelievable, one of the most dangerous things you can encounter in the wild is a mother bear with cubs. very few people walk away unharmed from an encounter like this

“Let’s play with him, mom!” Mom: “Sure, but first let me take the stuffing out.”

I love how these people get along with animals so well!

Did you have food in your back pack? They probably followed you because they smelled something yummy.

He wasn't just walking backwards, he's moonwalking. That kept the momma bear entertained enough to not attack.

Quite commendable that the man was able to hold the phone in landscape mode, zoom in, narrate, and walk backwards!

Glad you are okay and as a resident of alaska you did the smartest move possible there just being calm and backing off. The bears are not very aggressive unless they feel threatened and since it was the peek of summer they were likely pretty full on fish so good job staying calm mate and hope to see you again in this state

You're supposed to go in the woods if they use the path. The rangers tell you that when you get there.

There is no way I could have held it together that long. Great video, Thank you.

Wow, quite the encounter! Momma Bear seemed exceptionally calm.

COOL BEARS ❤️❤️❤️ ❤️❤️❤️

Glad you made it to July 15th man! I love bears and this was awesome. In general it proves how laid back and chilled they are as long as they are not provoked or getting up on the wrong side of the cave floor.

Mum is chilled. .she's on guard but not in attack mode. He did totally the right thing. He stayed calm and backed off. He showed respect to the bears and he showed great courage too! Not like some pea brained hunter who would have blasted the bears with his or her big , cowardly gun! Well done Mr Hiker! I salute you and hope you stay safe and enjoy many more hikes. Xxxx

My heart was beating fast for you. Those Cubs were cute.

If you encounter a bear in the woods-- stop. Make eye contact. Shake their paw firmly. They'll respect you and then you can both get about your business.

Well it seems to me? They weren't following you.. They were just headed The Same Way... LOLOLOL!!! They Probably Walk That Trail all the time when no ones around... LOLOL!!!

omg, what a nightmare. I was up in the mountains of Montana with my son. It was so quiet and peaceful until we both kept seeing a bear behind every bush. But there was no bear, at least we didn't see one. Just the thought alone let us be scared enough to return. I can only imagine what this guy must have gone through, almost can feel his hearbeat. After the fact I am sure it was a great experience. Great video, thanks for sharing!

I’m scared just by watching this video. You are truly brave.

never hike without a thick peanut butter sandwich

Damn, that was intense! You could say he bearly made it out of there............I apologize.

Aw they look so cute and fluffy💗 But, I would be scared if I actually saw them in real life.

Bear was always checking her six, smart. Also bought you precious seconds for separation.

Loved the ending shot of the bears glad the guy was okay

This video is a slap in the face of Katmai National Park and all the Rangers that do an amazing job keeping everyone safe including the bears. Everyone is sent to Bear School immediately getting off the plane. VISITORS are taught, bears have THE RIGHT OF WAY ALWAYS. This person that shared this video showing his total lack of respect for Katmai and the bears. (by the way he's very lucky this was Holly, one of the sweetest well known bears there) He should be made an example for his ignorance and FINED big. This angers me as I know how hard the Rangers work to keep everyone safe. Katmai National Park is a safe place but there are rules for everyone to follow.

"Keep following little cubs, he will tired and we will feast"- mama bear

amazing wherewithal to film this well, while narrating, while walking backwards, while being examined as a possible dinner by a large mama bear and her hungry cubs

Were you wearing a sombrero in a goofy fashion? You might've attracted a sea bear.

cubs are adorable, and mom doesn't seem too concerned, does she?

So very Grateful each and everyday!!!!! Thank you 🙏 dear God! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Wow! Glad you're still with us. God was looking out for you.

they just want a big hug

other than getting his bear spray ready, he handled this encounter absolutely perfectly.

I have never been in this situation, however, I admire this guy for keeping his cool. I am a trail runner and in Missouri we don't have grizzlies but Black Bears. I now have a good idea on how to handle a situation like this should I encounter a bear. Even worse a mother bear with Cubs. I'm glad he survived.

I would be terrified. You held it together quite well

Lucky for you the mom was chill as fuck

Best part is where he says he is hoping someone else from camp comes along so he can get away 😂

This is awesome video. When I was in Glacier & Yellowstone Parks a few years ago, I wanted to see a bear on the trail and video it. I can't believe you walked backwards and took video without falling or having the mother come after you. I ran into a ranger who told me how dangerous bears are and not to seek them out. I was a nervous wreck watching this video that something was going to happen to you. it was like watching a thriller movie! Glad you were able to get this for me to watch. The bears are so gorgeous and majestic. The cubs adorable playing together. Thanks so much for this!!

The two cubs seem to be thinking, "This is fun, let's play a game!"

Fool! You only need to draw a circle :v

They had been fed by humans before is my guess.I think you did well by keeping your composure.Awesome video!

This would be a great movie. That bear seemed pretty smart to keep the cubs from getting to close also.

wow. good job remaining calm. Glad it all worked out for you and the bears. Nature is intense for sure sometimes.

Such cute little murderous beasts

Pretty good CGI!!

You are very calm sir, good for you. I would've not only stumbled but freaked out, started running and had myself be those bears' dinner.

what a tough spot to be in, he runs, he’s dead, he stops, he’s dead, he stumbles, trips, he’s dead. the bear decides to defend her cubs, he’s dead. this could have go wrong on so many levels!

That was one of those moments you just wish would end, and end well.

scary!!!

Wow! You are so Brave. Glad you are ok.

Can’t lie those cubs are cute 😁

I guess you could say that that was a beary close encounter! Edit: all these puns are taking my BEARdens away, nope that was bad

Jesus fuck man

Up in the wallapines (Kingman) It was snowing, there was a group of elk chilling watching me, suprisingly friendly, then one came up to my car, and we fed it, It was huge and amazing!

LOL!! Cubs thought you were playing a game!! Your first clue going out was the big pile of fresh bear poo laying right there in the middle of the trail. DAH!