I Got Attacked by a Bull Elk and What Happened to My Old Cabin?

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  • Опубліковано 21 січ 2025

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  • @TheGavrael
    @TheGavrael Рік тому +53

    Just in case people don't understand, Elk are pretty huge. It's not a like a deer. It's closer to a horse in size than a deer. An aggressive buck mule deer can be deadly enough, a bull elk can be terrifying. Glad you were able to get out of the situation without you or the elk being hurt.

  • @whydoyoucare27
    @whydoyoucare27 Рік тому

    My hubby and I went to Jasper, we were there when the fires were happening and all the power was out. We stayed at the Whistler Campground and there were a lot of elk. I went to get firewood and there was a nice big one standing by the woodpile and I had to wait for him to leave! Got to hear their bugling all night by the campfire! They are beautiful animals, but I think I will keep my distance!

  • @johntatum1951
    @johntatum1951 Рік тому

    Glad you survived this close call....beautiful bull elk! Thanks for sharing!

  • @JonnyDIY
    @JonnyDIY Рік тому +5

    Woah those antlers are no joke! 😳😱🦌

  • @jeanettec6212
    @jeanettec6212 Рік тому +25

    How frightening! It would be scary getting back to your family afterwards too. Just glad you’re ok. Your life is more important then footage. Take care Shawn.

  • @joelhenderson5404
    @joelhenderson5404 Рік тому +15

    Glad you didn't get hurt Shawn!

  • @crstothard
    @crstothard Рік тому

    You're a regular Marty Stouffer! Amazing experience! Thanks for sharing. Greetings from NYC!

  • @Nannygoat
    @Nannygoat Рік тому +7

    It's great to hear news about the old property.
    Yikes, now Shawn thats a scary story about the bull elk. Whew! Good footage tho.

  • @GlobalistJuice
    @GlobalistJuice Рік тому +16

    Ever since National Geographic captivated us with their photographic wildlife publications some 120+yrs ago, I don't think we can ever really understand exactly what goes into that type of photography until you're there yourself ...it's the wild poking you right in your eye!

  • @peace1963
    @peace1963 Рік тому +5

    I worked at Yellowstone National Park and thats what we call a Yellowstone moment.

  • @FngrsXd-n25
    @FngrsXd-n25 Рік тому +1

    Oh Lord I would never never make it out in wilderness! I admire you all so much because NATIRE IS GORGEOUS! Thank you sharing it with us and risking what could have been disastrous for you. I will continue praying you are always protected, safe and fully awake when near those amazing animals. From A true 🔵 Blue Dot elderly Texan here, cheering you on both channels.

    • @pytinhuilo111
      @pytinhuilo111 Рік тому

      Моліться за українських дітей, яких убиває Росія, а ви не даєте зброї захищати свій дім.

  • @hildamorrison6168
    @hildamorrison6168 Рік тому +3

    Glad you knew enough to move before he attacked! Great footage of the scenery - love it! Funny you talk about the other cabin - after putting all that time & work into it only to have the new owners build a new bigger one & dismantle the one you built would be a big disappointment. One of your viewers told me awhile back that you spend very little time at your new cabin & most of your time is spent with your wife & girls in town at the house where they live... obviously she doesn't know what she's talking about & actually believes you could do all that work at the new place in a week or two - building everything by hand ... lol ... You're still doing an awesome job & I'm sure you & your wife are happy to get things done at the new place... it's nice to know you both got the chance to get away & meet up with your girls being able to enjoy time together ... thanks for posting the video ... Christmas will soon be here along with the 2024 New Year ... I hope you & your family have a great one! ❤ 🇨🇦

  • @douggibson9084
    @douggibson9084 Рік тому +5

    Great experience Shawn. You hear CNR stories about bull moose ramming trains. Crazy the rut.

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 Рік тому +3

    Even an experienced hunter like you! Whew! I've always hoped trees would protect me from antlers!! Now I have more hope. Elk are huge. We had a dozen of them outside a rented holiday cabin in Kananaskis. Opened the curtains in the morning...and there they were...right outside the window! Keeps ya on your toes!! 😂👍😎🇨🇦

  • @susanmcgill7048
    @susanmcgill7048 Рік тому +29

    So glad that you are okay! Thank you for letting us know that even an experienced outdoorsman such as yourself can be caught in a potentially dangerous situation with wildlife. It can certainty happen very quickly.

  • @endymion8672
    @endymion8672 Рік тому +15

    Good thing you kept your cool and didn't show any signs of fear. Another UA-camr, Foresty Forest, was recently attacked by a Big Horn ram while hiking. His reaction was a little different. But he is a very agile hiker and he seems to be a good runner too 🏃‍♂😏

  • @shirleygeorge6351
    @shirleygeorge6351 Рік тому +3

    Phew! That was close..Thank God you came out unscathed...

  • @athollmcnicoll1028
    @athollmcnicoll1028 Рік тому +26

    At least you knew how to react which saved your life, Cheers Shawn for showing up close what a majestic creature he was.

  • @jennyprorock
    @jennyprorock Рік тому +3

    was scary enough getting attacked by a herd of turkeys as a kid.. climbed a tree to "get away"..which was also the day i learned turkeys fly.. Bull elk are big and scary enough on nornal days..let alone in rut..you got lucky.

  • @taurota1554
    @taurota1554 Рік тому +12

    Awesome as always.Thanks for sharing and taking us along

  • @kaboom-zf2bl
    @kaboom-zf2bl Рік тому +40

    during the rutt the only predictable thing about animals is their unpredictability ...
    I agree getting a walk around of the old cabin and how it looks now with the new owners would be awesome ... HOPE they watch and decide to make it happen with you .... sure would love to see how they combined the old and new buildings ...

  • @SolaceRadioMeanderRadioNetwork

    So glad you're okay. That was some quick-thinking on your part.

  • @wesleyleach3300
    @wesleyleach3300 Рік тому +14

    Glad to see that you are not hurt, yeah that must have been a little scary

  • @ruthiewilliams3482
    @ruthiewilliams3482 Рік тому +29

    An amazing story!! You have such respect for the wild! Take care!!!

  • @matdowdall
    @matdowdall Рік тому +4

    I know at least 2 other people who are very well versed and familiar with elk who've had almost the exact same experience. 1 was in the campground at jasper and the other was in the town of Banff lol.

  • @evalynchuran8684
    @evalynchuran8684 Рік тому +3

    I used to love watching the wildlife in Western Canada. That's the only thing I miss about the west. The wildlife and the beautiful mountains.

  • @davidgross7972
    @davidgross7972 Рік тому +2

    Your story reminds me of when my wife and I visited Jasper for the first time 24 years ago in October. There was a bull elk with his harem walking around the town and I was taking pictures of him. I may have gotten a little too close because he started eyeing me and shaking his head back and forth. I backed off and made sure there was a vehicle between us, though that may have been littke protection. But it did teach me to respect wildlife even when they seem quite docile and used to people around. Loved the bugling at night!

    • @marylouise890
      @marylouise890 Рік тому +1

      Very happy you didn’t get hurt. That vehicle could have been a moveable piece of tin to theses huge beautiful creatures that God put on our world.
      Thank you for your story. 😊🤲

  • @michellelindsay5727
    @michellelindsay5727 7 місяців тому

    This Elk Bull is So handsome and majestic. Your photography is exquisite Shawn. Thank again for sharing ❤

  • @juliebrothers
    @juliebrothers Рік тому +2

    All the best for 2024. Your new cabin build and wonderful scenery are great. Glad you sidestepped that bull elk Cali's birthday was a treat ❤

  • @genewileyopa
    @genewileyopa Рік тому +3

    Well thank God you got behind the tree. Could have been bad outcome for you. By grandpa told me years ago about a hunter that got pinned and killed against a tree by a deer I believe he said. Thanks for sharing. Be safe out there.

  • @timkeagy4094
    @timkeagy4094 9 місяців тому

    It is nice to see you taking it a little easier on yourself by getting this tractor. I understand as we get older, this kind of help is needed with the heavy loads. I really like the chipper attachment. Make use of that PTO on the tractor.

  • @SeeCSeesCC
    @SeeCSeesCC Рік тому +6

    Love your channel Shawn James❤ I am a former traveling musician from the US and in years past I’ve traveled a lot in Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia into the Yukon and nearly to the NW Territories. Jasper and Banff are awesome places. My best to you and yours❤️

  • @guppy2129
    @guppy2129 Рік тому +3

    Holy Wow😮 The footage is phenomenal!! Thank God you have the knowledge and awareness! Amazing!!😮

  • @juditate111
    @juditate111 Рік тому +6

    Wow, that was amazing. Guess that bull was not in a good mood. Glad to hear that it did not see your wife, although I am sure she would have known what to do also. I live in Maine, USA, and we have a lot of moose up here, but I have never seen one as aggressive as that one. Of course, in November we avoid them as much as possible. As you said, just respect them and their way of life.

  • @TLAR24
    @TLAR24 Рік тому +2

    I think choosing the right time to film should be considered. Rutting season is not the time.
    Ab,❤️🇨🇦

  • @Preciousaccordingto977
    @Preciousaccordingto977 Рік тому +4

    Wow wow!! Happy you’re safe! Gorgeous footage!

  • @gw10758
    @gw10758 Рік тому +1

    Glad you did get hurt Shawn... have a safe winter up there...

  • @sarahshaw1598
    @sarahshaw1598 Рік тому +2

    im glad you're ok that could have been really bad

  • @brendasas8440
    @brendasas8440 Рік тому +2

    😦 YIKES... I'M GLAD YOU DIDN'T GET HURT !!!

  • @johnmackey8508
    @johnmackey8508 Рік тому +3

    Great shots, thanks for sharing. Scary experience but one you will forever remember.

  • @jbthor9032
    @jbthor9032 Рік тому +6

    Nice pictures, Shawn. 👍
    People say what do you do when you come face to face with a bear. Elk or whatever, you better have an escape plan. Alberta is stunning beauty. I love it ❤

  • @TheTruthlady
    @TheTruthlady Рік тому +3

    Wow! The adventurers of Shawn James! You’re living it and I’m loving it! 👍🙂

  • @Yeti0044
    @Yeti0044 Рік тому +1

    Amazing footage and story!

  • @dsop66
    @dsop66 Рік тому +1

    I was in Jasper back in 93 in October and was just walking down the sidewalk back to where I was staying for the night and nearly walked straight into a cow elk just standing on the sidewalk!! My head was down because of the cold and wasn’t aware of the possibility that this could happen. Lesson learned with my heart in my throat!!!

  • @lisahause8705
    @lisahause8705 Рік тому +2

    My brother got his two Wyoming elk! Bull & cow elk…I was so excited for him! 🥩👍🏻

  • @tomsenior7405
    @tomsenior7405 Рік тому +3

    Nice one Shawn. Cheers. I really like your new intro tune by the way.

  • @paulmeyer1628
    @paulmeyer1628 Рік тому +4

    Glad you are ok Shawn👍🏻

  • @dennisbeaver5958
    @dennisbeaver5958 Рік тому +14

    Fascinating story! And it was good to hear what’s happening with the old cabin. Be even better to see what the new owners have done with it! Thanks for sharing!

  • @beverlyparrott3890
    @beverlyparrott3890 Рік тому +4

    Oh my gosh glad you got out of the bull moose trying to get you.😮 Can't imagine what your old cabin looks like inside a home building within. Surely its a focal point for their home. I'd like to see it too. Thanks for your informative video❤😊

  • @levent8208
    @levent8208 Рік тому +2

    I've been wondering for a long time what happened to the pond you created at your old cabin, it was an exciting project.

  • @caroleL.3133
    @caroleL.3133 Рік тому +1

    Good morning all and thank you Shawn James 😎

  • @janelinley3624
    @janelinley3624 Рік тому +4

    Good Morning to All❤

  • @LiveAlohaOhana
    @LiveAlohaOhana Рік тому +6

    That is wild Shawn ! Gez the size of that rack is huge 😳 My wife and I came across a herd of Roosevelt Elk hiking up on Mount Rainier on a trail about 20 yards away at 1 point and we were in awe of the massive size of the Bull that literally made me shutter as they went around us and literally disappeared in a split second ! Thanks for sharing Shawn and you have a great week 🌲 🐕 🍁 🦫 ❄️ 🦌

  • @GeneD283
    @GeneD283 Рік тому +7

    Good thing you didn't panic and start running away, experience makes the difference between disaster and a good story

  • @davecurda2350
    @davecurda2350 Рік тому +2

    I live in Calgary and every year there are reports of tourist being attacked by elk in Banff because they look so tame.

  • @rfastkats924
    @rfastkats924 Рік тому +2

    I got attacked by a Buck Deer in my backyard and about 10 miles from our property a Horse was killed by a Elk.
    Last week the 'new' neighbours flew a drone over our backyard don't really like that, but hate that it hovered over us. How long we have no idea. It was about 70 feet above us. Everything seems to be invading our privacy now.

  • @JerryBond-ro7fx
    @JerryBond-ro7fx Рік тому

    Glad your ok. I live in the Pacific Northwest more specifically north west Oregon and we have a really good elk population. Here 2-3 yrs ago (time goes by) there was a bow hunter that was killed by a bull elk. He stuck it and unfortunately didn’t make sure it was dead. He was gored and didn’t survive. Working in the woods most of my younger life I have ended up with elk around me but they left quite suddenly. Had an old timer tell me he was chased up onto an old growth stump by a big mad bull that raked that stump and the ground around it. In 09 I was visiting friends in Alaska and they took me to the animal conservation park south of anchorage. It was during the rut and they separated the bulls with each having cows. Man they were mad. We pulled up and one of them bulls made a beeline for us but slid to a stop at the fence. But I admit I did jump back. That’s a big animal coming at you. Glad you shared some footage.

  • @murrayandru7527
    @murrayandru7527 Рік тому

    Thanks for Sharing Mr. James , awesome Content , The Wapiti (Elk) are my Favorite Their voices in the Fall are Hard to beat ...
    Great filming Mrs. James.. Kudos .

  • @stephm281
    @stephm281 Рік тому +5

    Thank God you’re ok. Thankyou for the footage. ❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @athloneduke
    @athloneduke Рік тому +4

    Shawn, glad your okay, a fearsome animal.....

  • @twa2471
    @twa2471 Рік тому +1

    LMAO, I had the same thing happen to me several years ago, but with a bull Moose in NH when I was working with the Forest Service. The only difference is that we went round and round that tree for about 2-3 minutes and without a doubt the longest 2-3 minutes of my life ! I must admit it scared the "Billy Jesus" out of me, for sure ! Even though I'd been around them all my life and knew just how aggressive they could be while in rut.
    It happened in the Lincoln Woods Wilderness Area where Moose and Bear encounters were common , even so it was still a thrill to say the least and something I'll never forget.
    The thing that stuck in my mind most was that when he charged me he still had the shredded pieces of a tent stuck in his horns that he had just ripped up . He had stomped all over and tore up 2 tent sites before he turned his attention to me and what finally drove him away was by me lighting a small string of fire crackers that I always kept handy for chasing Bear away from the dumpsters and parking area at the trail head.
    This happened about 5-6 miles into the Lincoln Woods Wilderness area at one of the tent sites though and the funny part is that not a single camper showed up for almost a week after that, Hummm, wonder why ? Gezz, what a bunch of woosies,,,,,LOL !

  • @janetwithers7427
    @janetwithers7427 Рік тому +3

    I would like to see the old cabin too. 🎄💞🎄

  • @MarcvanExel
    @MarcvanExel Рік тому +3

    Even Elk cows can be very agressive, seen a woman being attacked by one in Jasper (Whistlers campground) because she came a little too close. These are big and powerful animals.

  • @josephslavoski7137
    @josephslavoski7137 Рік тому +13

    Just adds perspective on the beauty of what you do and why you do it. In nature, you can do everything right, and you’re still not in charge. Keeps us humble, keeps us knowing and appreciating our place in the hierarchy. Glad you’re OK Shawn!

  • @maryb8227
    @maryb8227 Рік тому

    So glad you had an escape root with the foliage and tree. I have seen them on the highway up in Montana and they made my car seem small in comparison. That must have been frightening to go through. Great channel as always.

  • @garykuiken6191
    @garykuiken6191 Рік тому +1

    I missed you by a week this year but iam glad you made out all right. I suspect it's the same bull I photographed last year wallowing in the river near the bridge late in the afternoon. Quit the display. Funny enough, not sure it was him but earlier in the day he spent several hours resting along with several cows among the nearby trees. Come late afternoon he was very aggressive. Apparently one bull even put his antlers through the sides of a passing car. Seeing them in the wild is great , but give them lots of space.

  • @mscharylee
    @mscharylee Рік тому +14

    I am so glad you were able to protect yourself during this venture. Please be careful Shawn. Many would suffer if you were harmed and couldn't produce your wonderful videos.

  • @virginiajorgensen8614
    @virginiajorgensen8614 Рік тому +2

    Glad you are ok. Thanks for surfshark info.

  • @Flatcoated-Retriever
    @Flatcoated-Retriever 2 місяці тому +1

    for me as a german woman, it was hard to understand. Elk is in Germany Elch (moose) and in any translation site it is moose too. So I googled and learned, that your Elk is known in Germany as Wapiti. Very very interesting. We have here the "Rothirsch" and it seems to be much smaller as your Wapiti / Elk

  • @andrea6421
    @andrea6421 Рік тому +2

    Wow! Scary and exciting at the same time!

  • @mamachicken1548
    @mamachicken1548 Рік тому +1

    Great story and beautiful video of the elk bulls!!!

  • @tranquilitybase6417
    @tranquilitybase6417 Рік тому +1

    If you get Starlink Roam package on your vehicle, you won’t necessarily need to use cafe’s to do work.

  • @mildredmorine745
    @mildredmorine745 Рік тому +3

    Wow Shawn I was holding my breath while you were telling the story of the Elk, it is a good think your wife couldn't see you she would of freaked out. Elk are a huge animal, so happy you handled it the way that you did remained calm everything turned out OK. Beautiful pictures of the animals. I love nature live for it, I am surrounded by nature. Interesting information thank you for sharing. I didn't know that someone else had your other cottage. I am glad it is being used. I hope that they will allow you to share some pictures to your followers. Until next video take care.

  • @young-soonkim6730
    @young-soonkim6730 Рік тому +5

    Good Tuesday Shawn & Cali🐕!
    👍🌅🌄🏞️🏡

  • @basshunter4144
    @basshunter4144 Рік тому +1

    Wow ! I would have felt a warm sensation running down my legs. Holy elk.

  • @sallyfrenette9643
    @sallyfrenette9643 Рік тому +1

    So glad that ended well for you. I can only imagine how you felt and how your wife felt watching from above. Wildlife can be unpredictable for sure. I can't wait to see the Moose Hunt. 3 yards, that's awesome. And I thought the bull we got at 30 yards last year was close! I'm sorry people have to invade your privacy. Everyone should respect you and your family. One of the biggest issues in this world is that people have no sense of boundaries. One of the reasons we moved 3 miles off a main road and gave up my home based business of over 20 years.

  • @greywolfwalking6359
    @greywolfwalking6359 Рік тому +2

    Hmmmmm!? Things ya see when ya don't have a gun/bow/atyl..glad you are ok....!
    Thanks for sharing..
    C ya on the next video!
    Enjoy your holidays!
    👍🐺🧙‍♂️🦊👍

  • @scherylgray2181
    @scherylgray2181 Рік тому +1

    That closing theme song ..I’d love to know the name of it…Merry Christmas!

  • @marilynlautner2454
    @marilynlautner2454 Рік тому +8

    Canada 🇨🇦 is so diverse! I love the wildlife! That was quite an adventure Shawn! Thanks for sharing.

  • @ExploreOhioWilderness
    @ExploreOhioWilderness Рік тому +2

    Glad you are okay! 🤍🕯🤍

  • @kmilton1593
    @kmilton1593 Рік тому

    In addition to the Jasper Park "tame" herd, there is some at Banff Park (often on the golf course) , and some at (just east) of Waterton Park.

  • @theodorehowe2262
    @theodorehowe2262 Рік тому +7

    As always, great video Shawn

  • @chrisblack8390
    @chrisblack8390 Рік тому +2

    Wow! Scary but great footage. Thanks

  • @thedr309
    @thedr309 Рік тому +1

    thought this was going to be "Record Moose taken by photographer with tripod"........glad you are safe..
    merry Christmas!

  • @RF1972.
    @RF1972. Рік тому +5

    Yikes 😳 !!! So interesting to watch your adventures 😊

  • @JerryDechant
    @JerryDechant Рік тому

    Wow they have some HUGE antlers. That's when telephoto lenses are good to have :)

  • @b80-s9i
    @b80-s9i Рік тому

    Great story Shawn...it happens to the best of us!😂
    Glad you didn't acquire a new breathing hole💪😎👍

  • @L2FlyMN
    @L2FlyMN Рік тому +1

    I'm glad you listened to your gut & kept safe!!!!
    When I was only 8, I sensed a bull cow had changed his demeanor. Cautious enough, I kept one hand holding tight on the bull pen bar, as I had foolishly slipped through the bars to pet him. The moment I noticed that body language change, 😳💩 I pulled myself back through those bars with all I had with zero hesitation, followed by a floor shaking boom as his head smashed into the bars right behind me!!! 😬
    I never told my Grandparent's or my folk's about the dumb move I barely survived at the time.
    Some lessons we survive & learn from!!!!!

  • @WoodstockG54
    @WoodstockG54 Рік тому +1

    Sounds exciting. My dog and I had a very close encounter with a lone black wolf 2 weeks ago. They were both, non aggressively sniffing each other while i watched from about 15 ft away. I live for those moments.

    • @userjarabecko
      @userjarabecko Рік тому

      Big wolf?

    • @WoodstockG54
      @WoodstockG54 Рік тому +1

      @@userjarabecko Sadly, no. It brought a tear to my eye when it went its way. It was very thin. There is a pack I ran across a year ago of very healthy grey and black wolves. I think this one was at its end time.

  • @nancyl3843
    @nancyl3843 Рік тому +17

    I truly enjoyed this footage. Elk are such wonderfully beautiful animals, and it was thrilling to see them up close and personal, even if it was at your expense. Grateful for this glorious video.

  • @jilbertb
    @jilbertb Рік тому +2

    WOW! Thanks Shawn!

  • @sshaw4429
    @sshaw4429 Рік тому +3

    Excellent content! As always, you don’t disappoint.

  • @lynettescott682
    @lynettescott682 Рік тому +12

    Wow Sean that was something I'm glad you did not get hurt you and your wife made it back safely that's awesome take care blessing to you 😊

  • @kearnsey64
    @kearnsey64 Рік тому +1

    Thanks Shawn!😊

  • @Mikec8806
    @Mikec8806 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing! Educational for sure

  • @lindapetersen1800
    @lindapetersen1800 Рік тому +4

    SHAWN & OUR CALI !!! This I can see really !!! It hath been hard for all of us out there !!! Canada has really pulled on down on people up North there !!! I enjoy the channel will watch more now of Private things for You !!!

  • @Esoj.
    @Esoj. Рік тому +5

    Glad you came out of it unscathed, crazy how these situations last mere seconds but when you’re actually there experiencing them the seconds seem drag out for much longer!

  • @2Elkhounds
    @2Elkhounds Рік тому

    WOW! Wonder what my Elkhounds would have done? Gorgeous shots! Glad you survived the ordeal.
    Yes, would love to see what your old cabin looks like. Please see if you can visit the new owners.

  • @jackpoirier5023
    @jackpoirier5023 Рік тому

    Wow, scary encounter. Glad you’re ok.

  • @JohnFrasersWildLife
    @JohnFrasersWildLife Рік тому +1

    So funny Shawn. In Alberta there are stories every year about tourists and the Park Elk. 😂 Glad you didn’t make the local news and doesn’t surprise me that you’d poke a little fun at yourself. The Canadian way. 😆