Northern Rockies: British Columbia Grizzly Pt. 1| S4E05 | MeatEater
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- Опубліковано 4 лют 2025
- Steve and his buddy Ryan Callaghan hike into the steep backcountry of northern British Columbia in search of grizzlies and black bears. This alpine adventure includes some intense and up-close bear action - almost too close.
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Ryan is a freaking legend! Momma bear fake charge, he give that bear a warnig shot, tells the crew to go upwinds, then go after the missing crewmember. That´s more like a bodyguard then a guide. Legend!! Respect brother!
okey, i am definitely goin to grow a moustache
Still seems incredibly irresponsible for them to split from their solo producer who apparently didn't have a firearm on him. Really enjoy his show, but they could have easily cost that guy his life because of stupidity and arrogance
@@nk-dw2hm listen to the podcast. Especially “The Meat Tree” episodes. Janis can handle himself in the wilderness.
no doubt Steve is dead if Ryan isn't there with him during that exact moment. He's a beast for sure.
@@nk-dw2hm yes, but at least he got bear spray
An angry grizzly mother is moving in on them from 100 feet away and Ryan says, "You got that uh,... bear spray?" as calm as could be like he was bumming a cigarette.
Yep. Calm. And stupid is hell. They needlessly put seven lives at higher risk because they didn't prepare even though they had minutes of time to. One person spray, the other ready to fire if the sow persists after being sprayed. It was a disgusting display of two professional, well-seasoned hunter being complete jackasses.
@@rabooey you sound like a pro, what service is your hunting show streamed on?
@@rabooeydunno, they could've handled it better, but I don't know if it was as dumb a response as you make it out to be. I've gotta assume the camera operator had their own spray as well and I hope they were ready on it. But the bear never really came close enough to use it, if you think you're about to get charged, there's no point spraying when its 50+ft out.
Warning shot should've come sooner, and they should've radio'd to the guy below before this happened to warn him - but we don't know if that already happened or when thanks to the movie magic of an edited show.
@@rabooey
If I've got a gun on me, and a can of spray as well, and a bear CHARGES me head on, I'm going for the gun. Sorry rabooey, but a hot lead and copper dispenser is a lot more comforting to have than a spicy juice squirt can.
To each his own. 👋
@@rabooey
Now say that again without crying
The stones on the camera man for keeping it all framed !!!
These lads are pretty real. Hunting is mostly about trekking, glassing, stalking, butchering, humping heavy loads. Shooting is the thing I do least, and these guys are the closest any show gets to representing my hunting experiences.
I came to the comment section to say this exact thing
Just like hunting the taiban
Probably “easier” to continue filming, watching whats happening through a lense. I imagine it would feel like as if you’re not really right there, in the thick of reality, but rather watching from somewhere further away.
Then again i haven’t the slightest how that mus be
😂
I like how Ryan is trying to hint to steven the whole time like 'hey it's about to go down get ready', and he's just like 'la la la la la' until ryan racks the bolt on the rifle and steven is like 'oh shit this is really happening'
I know it was really working my nerves in like bro pay attention
I roll a .45-70 on our land and the biggest predator out there is coyote, maybe a mountain Lion wanders through every once in a while. I’d never not have guns up in bear country, hope to hunt there some day
Steve’s come across like a total dumbass a couple episodes. Just goes to show you that even the most experienced hunters get complacent and that’s when shit hits the fan
Its so funny seeing stevens development as a hunter throughout the show. I feel like season 12s experienced steven in that situation wouldve been with his bear spray in one hand and rifle in other in no time
Steve tries so hard to be the alpha male human when with hunters more experienced than him.
Ryan: Bear Spray?
Steve: *Does nothing*
Right!! WTF is Steve thinking, oh it will be ok.
When I watched this on T.V. and seen that...I honestly couldn't believe what was going on. I swear that he just didn't hear him because he was so dialed in on the bear...
He did say that he wanted to get mauled right? 🤷♂️
@@GlenCokeCo dialed in on the bear? I couldn't stop laughing because Steve is staring off into space and his friend had to call his attention back 🤣
@@Tater79bj his sub conscious took over
Ryan just saved his own life, Steve's life, the cameraman's life, the bear's life, and the life of the cubs. Immense bravery and control. That right there is an efficient man, and a good friend.
Cameraman never dies.
This Steve guy looked totally lost; like it's his first time in the woods.
@@alex_yatesDoesn’t matter how experienced you are, shock can take anyone.
Steve - “I mean do I have a minute here or?”
Ryan - “eh...I’d hustle”
Definition of understatement, I'd say
That's my favorite part.
Steve seems like a kid on his first trip out of the city, Ryan saved his ass repeatedly haha
Ryan: You got that bear spray?
Steve: *stares off into space*
Steve: I want to hug a grizzly
Grizzly: Bring it in bro
I want to breathe its breath. He got his wish
give mama a big hug
He won’t let you go
@@sharpshader if it weren't for his buddy that bear would have shared Steve's last breath. Love his show but he doesn't seem to react defensively ever
😂
Second time Ryan saves Steven, Ryan needs his own show.
forreal
He has it! 'Cal in the Field.' It's part of the meateater network, but features Cal doing cool stuff
I need the link for the first time he saved him cause this one was intense!
@@black90smademe42 season 4 episode 3.
@@black90smademe42 I'm sorry. I'm not super tech savvy.
Ryan is the man. Love how he's so composed and always seems in control of the situation.
I'd be on my third pair of undies by the end of the day
No guarantee he isn't, but keeping your cool is infinitely safer and he knows how to do that. Considering I got my leg screwed up by a boar hog, I will keep my distance from a boar grizz if y'all don't mind. I will happily wish anyone luck with it though!
I thought that, too. But in the moment, you'd be surprised. I was charged by a sow and her 2 (2 year old) cubs (so pretty much full size bears, [griz keep their cubs longer]) outside of Jackson, Wyoming. In the moment, I was perfectly calm and collected. Time slows down and you understand what you need to do.
@@georgemichael8742 what did you do
That'd probably keep you safer then your mate, I don't think bears enjoy chewing up shit....! I'd rather not test that theory though brother...lol
Yes 😆
Man I love Steve, makes a great show but without Ryan we may not have had so many episodes. Not the first time Ryan has played protector. Respect.
Don't know the others but in this case - for sure you are right! What a blackout by Steven...no control of situation at all.
I love how Ryan asks Steven if he has bear spray like he's asking if Steven has sunscreen. Cool as a fan
and poor steven just blanks out x)
Another perfect example of Ryan being a world class outdoorsman. Cool calm and collected
I am at least as much a fan of Ryan as of Steven, probably even more!
Ryan is definitely somebody every outdoorsman should aspire to be like.
Agreed
Plus Ryan's stache game is on point
Love Ryan, but can't beat Steve! Do love that Cal tache though! 👌🏼
Don’t forget ol Janus
Callahan is one bad dude! That bear charged, Steve starts backing down quick in Callahan never takes a step. #Bigbrassones!
Steve didn't have is rifle ready to go and as he was setting it he tripped walking backwards, he was getting into position. I also thought at first he backed up but he actually tripped and was dialed in to the situation
Steve was in shock. I’ve seen it before. Comparable to “day dreaming”
Dude was over stressed and shut down. It’s not his fault. He tried to overcome his brain toward the end but those endorphins and adrenaline hit him hard.
"Got that...uhhhh......bear spray ? "
Like he's ordering breakfast.
Right? I was like I get it Ryan, your calm, but THAT'S A FRIGGIN GRIZZLY
@@randysparks1271 That Bear spray had better make you smell like a Lady Bear, because that's the only way you're going to survive if one of them big Boar Grizzlys takes an interest in you.
@@nodiggity9472 that statement is ridiculous.
@@KRIZZKRINGLE Well, thank you for your candor. Also, nuh uh, your mom is ridiculous.
@@nodiggity9472 whatever floats your boat kid
Bout to get charged by a momma grizz an Steve is just looking around like nothings happening lol .
Big rookie move
Steve's like "SQUIRREL!"
He’s in shock
I think he was scared shitless and was trying to cover all sight lines.
@@Mattitude75 that'd be my bet, though I'd rather him be focused on the 800 pound meat grinder coming toward him
Wow! I admire how calm and collected Ryan is the whole time.
its in episodes like this youre reminded of how great of an outdoorsman ryan is, truly in his element
I thought this was the episode of “smell us now lady!”
It is!! But they didn't show it :(
They cut it out which is weird he says it as soon as it clears them
It is, but it's cut
Same
Wasnt that episode like 6 years ago?
"Do you have that bear spray?"
Yeah, it's called a 300 win mag
Buffalo Bore 45-70
He will need a clean pair of pants, if it gets any closer 😂🤣😂
I’d have my savage 30-06
Dont think I'd trust it with anything smaller then a .300 win mag or ever a .338
@2girls 1cup true you need a 7mm or bigger
I love that scene! Its a great example for controll and "no clue"! Callaghan is full in control and very aware of the moment and situation. Steven is just completely lost...no clue what's going on. Look at the situation Already minutes bevor the attack Callaghan knows that something is going on. Imagine what would have happened without him. The moment he gave his shot Steven wasn't even ready. If Mum would have charged in full speed without being stopped by Ryan, there would probably be no more MeatEater with Steve.... Great example for being aware/ awareness! Love it!
Great of Steve to release this footage anyway even he's not looking good here...
Tbh this would probably be a majority of hunters. Especially those that aren’t used to woods with grizzlies. All I gotta say is thank god I’m in Quebec and NOWHERE else in Canada 😭😭😭
Mama bears are to be underestimated. Or any bears. I wouldn't want to do their laundry after that 😂
This makes me want to go to British Columbia. Unreal episode
Do it you won’t regret it!
@@shaec7290 Once Ontario gets out of this lockdown madness I will for sure
Just started uploading outdoors and fishing content onto my channel, would mean a lot if you all would check it out.
Much Love,
TotL
@@TimeOnTheLake come on out. We can't hunt grizz anymore but we can definitely find you one to look at...How close you want to get is up to you
I’ve lived here my whole life any city you’re In you are a hour out from nature lmao
"You can't exactly reach down underneath there to check." Well, you probably could, but only once.
If anyone deserves to sport a manly mustache - it’s Ryan. Such a beast - cool, calm, collected...my hero
First the moose charge and now this..Ryan does bring Steve some awesome luck...episodes with Ryan are awesome
Come to BC and check it out :)
Ever since the first time I saw this episode when it aired I've been blown away by how, well for lack of a better word clueless Steve was when that sow false charged them. From rambling about caribou, ignoring a request for bear spray and fumbling with his rifle when it started in on them. I get it crazy situation, just always figured he'd be dialled in exactly like Cal was.
Thats what i was thinking too. I'd figure he'd be more ready.
I suppose you can’t make perfect decisions all of the time, he’d probably of dealt with it correctly the majority of the time
I love how Steve was saying he wants to get mauled by a Grizzly and survive, he had the chance and didn’t let it happen . 😂
Also ...
Ryan: You got the bear spray?
Steve: *Does nothing and ignored him*
Steve got the fever, we are all vulnerable to it. . . Stay safe folks
Man freezing on the spray either meant he literally froze or wanted to smoke her instead. Honestly the spray is pretty damn effective and gives her a chance to live another day. Killing her should be last resort..id think anyway
@@craigrock8444 I'd say he just wasn't thinking straight, he doesn't just shoot whatever is in front of him.
Ok
Craig Rock killing her obviously was last resort.. like he said, he was glad she turned and they didn't have to kill her.
Ryan's gangster af. He was on his game. Steve was in fuck around mode. Haha
I wonder how Steve feels about that "breathing it's breath" statement after that Afognak Island bear attack.
Was that on an episode of meat eater
I think Afognak has as many big bears as Kodiak, or close but idk since I've never been there. Just watch videos, I'm not in shape to deal with big bears, or any bears for that matter 😂
Steve just froze up like a pointer. Good job on Ryan for being vocal and leading the crew out of that mess. Didn’t have to be that way with that encounter but makes for a good episode!
Ryan by far is my favorite with Steve on this show
Dude is sucha legend
I’m from northern BC but now live in Vancouver. Boy do I ever miss home. The first time I learned how to ride a bike without training wheels I rode to the end of our street while my Grandpa went inside. Next thing I know I’m face to face with a black bear. I fell over and ran home. Had many more encounters with 1 coming up a steep mountainside through thick forest and being 3’ away. Scared the hell out of us and the bear who ran away. Grizzlies are on an entirely different level. You really realize how much they’re in charge when you’re in their presence. What an animal!
Lol I bet their hearts were pounding as that grizzly was coming at them.
I wish Steven would briefly go over the ammo he's using at the start of each episode (gun don't matter so much). It doesn't have to be anything extensive, but I think some of us would appreciate it.
He literally uses .300 win mag. Pretty much every episode that’s not a huge moose.
When that momma bear came running that got my heart pumping that went from chill to crazy quick
He talked on JRE about having a close encounter with a grizzly and how he basically went into shock and couldn't move and how he was so disappointed in himself for breaking down in fear. I guess it's just like that quote "everyone has a plan until something something"
One thing that rains true throughout every animal I've come across watching the little ones is always entertaining.
Steve’s wish to “tangle with a bear” is hilarious. I wonder if he realises that if that actually happened the most likely outcome would be him becoming that bears dinner....
Ryan is master outdoorsmen. Need some more of him and clay
Man, I grew up thinking hunters were the scum of the earth. As I've grown older, matured and had time to think about things I've realized how much love and respect good hunters have for nature and our ecosystem. I really admire Steve and Ryan's passion for hunting and conservation, it's really awesome to see people who have an affinity towards this and treat it with the utmost respect. For years now, hunting has been a bucket list item. I'd love to get a taste of our grass roots and to be truly one with nature in it's rawest form.
I grew up with hunting family so i can't relate to the first part but everything else you said is dead on... Although there are bad people in every walk of life but with the media and anti hunting propaganda i can see how you would think they are scum when you were young but like you said after you mature an get your own eyes you can see pass the facade of those who don't know what true hunting is.
Went to New Mexico elk hunting once with a recurve and wood arrows. Didn't get anything but there's nothing like climbing the mountains and seeing the nature. No one will ever understand until they do it.
I think the few minute segment where they deal with the mama grizzly is the perfect example of a good, professional, knowledgeable group. The camera guys got the shot without doing anything they shouldn't have, it's Steve's show but he shut up and listened to Ryan when the the heat was on, Ryan stayed calm and collected and directed everybody perfectly, they waited till they were clear before going to find Janis. It's beautiful to watch because all I can think is I'd have urine running down one leg and would've tripped and fell a few times.
I would've need a change of drawers myself 😂
Cal's "stay together" commands are so conscientious. That's much more about firearms safety than bear safety. If they split up and one of them has to fire at the bear again, there's a real chance the rest of the crew will be on the wrong end of gunfire. That guy is a true outdoorsman, level-headed and always thinking even when-perhaps especially when- there's nearly a ton of "I will eat you" running right at him.
In college, when I was camping alone in Montana, I found myself within 15 feet of a grizzly with nothing more than bear spray and a 4 inch camping knife. Thankfully it left my campsite peacefully!
I think we can all agree Ryan was def the hero of this ep.
Ryan had a gut feeling something was going to happen. Take your kids and go for me😂😂😂
I'm gonna point this out, but Ryan is an absolute legend for doing this, same with Steven, they are an absolute legend of a sport, and a perfect friendship, both love hunting, and both love the outdoors. They are a great duo for hunting. This just goes to prove, that not everyone should take a wild shot, and wait for their chance to take their shot and do their best.
8:50 me lost in the grocery store as a kid
Ryan and Steve are incredible, however Ryan in this episode showed how quick and prepared he was. Steve didnt even reach for the pepper spray and had to load his his gun as the bear was running towards him all while Ryan had already fired. No judgement just incredible how prepared and tack sharp he was wow!
"What's ole blackie doing" , "running for his life" 😂😂
Cal could tell they were in a bad spot from very early. Steve didnt seem to understand the situation
Wow. Ryan is a badass. Cool and calm . Telling people what to do, where to go all while keeping an eye out. Didn’t stumble or struggle to shot a warning shot. Id like to think that’s how I would perform under that kinda of pressure 😂
I am happy you don’t have to reach under the bear😂
If Ryan wasn't there Steve would have been a bear snack. He was just looking around the other direction like he was looking for butterflies. Then he acted like he didn't even hear him ask if he had that bear spray. To finish off he loses his balance and fumbled his gun when she charged. For someone who is literally a professional hunter for that moment he acted like he was 100% oblivious to the gravity of the situation. Unbelievable!!
Couldn’t tell if he was scared and was kind of zoning out and didn’t hear him, or if he really didn’t think the bear was actually coming toward them
Ryan showed his experienced , that was something to watch.
Man, I love being from Canada! 🇨🇦 We have some beautiful country and animals!
I like how ryan already has a shot off before Steve is even ready to shoot
One of my bucket list hunts is a grizzly spear hunt.
That hunt may be the end of your bucket list unless you are chucking them from a helicopter ;)
@@chriss1151 This is hilarious 😂
I Imagined a dude inside a helicopter with a bundle of like 30 spears, and a highly trained pilot is trying to get a perfect position for him 😁
I remember my first brown bear hunt. I was a young 15 years old and I couldn't appreciate the animal fully until I set his paw on my chest and saw just how massive it was. I distinctly recall from other hunts never being comfortable with how quickly and quietly an animal that big an get close. A few times of smelling one before seeing it still gives me a shiver.
Let’s go grizzly episode
For Real finally
so hype
Lettttssssssss goooooooo
True
That momma bear fake charging was a move man. She was cookin and was ready
Steve trying to Star in 'The Revenant' part II
Wow! I admire how calm and collected Ryan is the whole time..i've been waiting on this episode for soo long. I keep hearing him in past episodes talk about wanting to get a grizzly. I sure hope he gets one...
Grizzlies are the kings of the mountain. Big ole beautiful creatures
Ryan Callaghan is probably the best character in the show. He's awesome. I would have been asking for valium after that Grizzly mum barrelled towards them. I'm so glad they didn't shoot it. It had 3 cubs.
Amen, cool head and experience goes a long way.
I'm a huge fan of Steve but I feel like this could have been a lot worse if Ryan wasn't there paying attention. Steve's off talking about the elk herd not worrying about momma bear, doesn't listen to Ryan about making noise nor to get the bear spray when asked; THEN when the bear is charging he's panicking fumbling with his gun while backing up almost falling over his gear.
Well done Mr.Callaghan ! "SMELL US NOW LADY!"
Exactly. I bet he learnt his lesson from this
"Pick through your gear..." Had me laughing so hard my family had to know what I was watching.
Lol cal not messin around was quick on that trigger when she came at em
8:45
I'm new here.
I was originally thinking: This is set up kind of like TV, even though you seem like a youtuber and gives a way more genuine feeling to it, but TV wouldn't usually put themselves in danger.
Then the bear showed up and I am sorry for doubting you.
Thank you for putting in the effort to produce such amazing outdoor content! This episode really really blew my mind! The beauty of this place, these animals just restores your faith in mother nature. I want to genuinely thank you and your crew.
U gotta respect how quick Steve was to go and try and find Janis and make sure he was okay
Ive had a similar experience like this in Montana, made my life flash before my eyes
Love your show, this is the way it should be. Please tell Ryan that Brian from years ago at Cross Mtn says HI! Great guy and good times
Looks like Ryan experienced hunter and not afraid to meet a bear. I would love to go for hunting with him. Definitely feel very safe.
I've been waiting on this episode for soo long. I keep hearing him in past episodes talk about wanting to get a grizzly. I sure hope he gets one!
Why did they cut the “SMELL US NOW LADY” from ol’cal?!?!
Cal is the man we all need with us in bear country. A solid man and very knowledgeable.
Steve: You got that bear spray?
Me: I got this bear uzi
It's nice to see the place you call home ( northern BC resident) spoken of with the appreciation it disserves. May you never be a bear snack boys.
"You can't exactly reach down underneath there to check"
I know a few Canadians that would though
Hey don’t be hating on Canadians. We’re not all from Ontario. Lol.
When he unshoulders the rifle and Steve goes "Oh". That's when you realize it's getting serious. Playtime over.
"After some grizz" every man that hunts should know the movie I'm referring to lol
JJ Fav movie.
I'm new to hunting so sorry for asking, but what movie is that?
@@user-qf9yz6ey9z Jeremiah Johnson 1972 Great movie
Callahan is magnificent and the momma bear is too! Doin her job well 👍🏻
love how steven says he would love to get attacked and all this stuff, then when the bear is coming he is the most scared
Absolutely intense. Well handled by the crew. Steve has a great story about a near-deadly encounter with a male coastal brown bear when he was on Rogan's podcast. That stretch of nature through British Columbia and Alaska is wonderful. It even surprises nature enthusiasts from other parts of the globe when they visit, as they have all been (misinformed) about North America being an industrial, over-harvested wasteland, only to see the most beautiful and untouched stretch of nature anywhere in the world in parts of Canada and Alaska. SIDE NOTE: The Northern Hemisphere in developed parts of the world has more trees today than it did 100 years ago because of zoning laws, relocation efforts by DNR, game preserve entities and hunters, and regulations.
Ryan is the real pro here. Makes Steven look like a rookie
Please keeep em coming! Me and the wife watch this show all the time! But we can only watch on youtube! Thank you meateater family 💕💕💕💕 love from a huntless country( Iran )
Damn!! Think I would have a hard time sleeping in the tent after that charge!
it's weird seeing them more of working buddies, than best friends.
Early meant eater is great, so is new meat eater
I like the look on Ryans face when he looks over at steve, (who is absent mindedly messing around with a tripod), as if to say “wtf buddy? We are about to die here, get in the game!
One of my many favorite episodes so far!!
That mumma grizz wasn't the only thing that was brown in the woods that day!
“Season 4.... the one where Steve gets charged by a moose and a Grizzly”! Lol
Somthing about being happy simply from observing nature seems really pure and wholesome. Maybe it's because your getting nothing material in return. Or because it's an example of living in the moment and appreciating the simple aspects of life.
Intense. Great show.
Got to say it doesn't matter if they're successful or not in the hunt. The highest compliment I can pay is I'm not a hunter or gun enthusiast but I love this show, like I say successful hunt or not.
“gotta blackie” -steve 2020
Bears are awesome creatures. Respecting them is paramount.😊
Big browns are like a Volkswagen with teeth and claws.
When is meat eater going to sell the shirt “ SMELL US NOW “
They have for several years
@@travisbowers5143 do you have a link ?
he didnt even say it here....
@@konrain7299 ok geeeez
@@sawyerolson4494 ?? sorry bru, i wasnt trying to be aggressive
Outstanding Callaghan. Cold blood and real class hunter. Chapeau.