Hunting Alaska Black Bear with Randy Newberg and Bart May (FT S3 E10)

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  • Опубліковано 11 вер 2024
  • Hunting Alaska Black Bear with Randy Newberg, where he shares special places with special people. After years of coaxing, Randy convinces long-time friend, Bart May, to join him on an Alaska black bear hunt. The hunt ends with some close range action none of the hunters will soon forget.
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  • @nicokwapper
    @nicokwapper 4 роки тому +4

    Sometimes I just don't feel like shooting. They are beautiful animals and sometimes I just enjoy their presence. I think it makes you a hunter instead of a killer...

  • @radarbrew
    @radarbrew 8 років тому +14

    Gotta love TSA and the job they do. They're SOOOO important. Good hunting.

  • @natebuffington
    @natebuffington 8 років тому +8

    Thanks for showing both the successes and 'failures' in your journeys and keeping it real. Good job keeping your cool, wounded bear in the woods is never a fun prospect.

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  8 років тому +6

      Thanks for watching. A wounded bear is good for testing the peaks in your heart rate.

  • @AkMedMan1
    @AkMedMan1 8 років тому +19

    TSA is a joke. I've had bags destroyed by them but never a raft, that's rough.

  • @danielrauenhorst9133
    @danielrauenhorst9133 7 років тому +9

    At 18:24, That is exactly why you carry a big handgun in bear country.

    • @20cameron1
      @20cameron1 5 років тому +1

      Yes always carry, but after I’ve had a 400-500 lb boar charge me, 12 gauge pump with Brenekke Black Magic slugs will be my secondary.

  • @HuntingTheWest
    @HuntingTheWest 8 років тому +6

    Looks like there's just something about Randy, Alaska & motor boats!

  • @nickymaz05
    @nickymaz05 7 років тому

    Wow, the follow-up on that bear was like something out of an African cape buffalo hunt! Very exciting and great job getting it on film.

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  7 років тому +1

      I could use a bit less excitement next time. Thanks for watching.

  • @tscotts9699
    @tscotts9699 4 роки тому +2

    Always a bummer when it's not a clean kill, but good to see how important marksmanship is for the first shot.

  • @ryanshuman2375
    @ryanshuman2375 5 років тому +1

    If you're ever in Kake again come swing by the hatchery, we're up and running again and the steelhead show up for bear season too.

  • @mattystewart8
    @mattystewart8 7 років тому +2

    Wow. Looked like a second heart attack was almost on the cards there randy haha.

  • @ericdiesch7591
    @ericdiesch7591 8 років тому +4

    Having gone into heavy western Wa brush after a shot bear, I can assure you, this will get your heart beating. I bet Randy needed new underoos...

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  8 років тому +5

      You know it. The audio needed some serious alteration. Not a situation I want to replicate anytime soon. Thanks for watching.

    • @jerrywells8072
      @jerrywells8072 6 років тому +1

      Randy Newberg, Hunter - well it's been 32 years now, but I won't EVER forget my experience with a black bear up close. I was 16 yo & hunting deer on opening day of N.Y. northern tier rifle season, carrying a .270 win with 130gr Nosler's when about 20 minutes before dark, I heard a noise behind me, when I turned to look it was a bear at (4') four feet from me, I instinctively shoved the barrel at him and fired, he barrel rolled & went down, I got to me feet, chambered another round as he got up - aimed & put two more in him, before he took a step towards me, I fired my last round & started running for my dad who was about 400 yds from me, he hearing me scream for help, came running, when he seen me - he said the bear was about 50 yds behind me as I ran up the hill he was on, he told me to drop - I did & he fired 3 rounds from his .308.
      The bear turned and ran into Black Swamp (that's actual name of swap) - we left the woods & returned next day with DEC (Department of Environmental Conservation) - the two officers refused to enter swap stating it was to dangerous, & forbid us to follow bear in, we had only found minimal blood (couple drops literally in 400-500yds), I was fortunate enough to receive a plaster casting of the bears front & rear PAW imprints, with a letter from Conservation stating that it is the LARGEST recorded track in N.Y. history - with a estimated live weight 700+ pounds. I still have letter and castings to this day. My mistake was trying to shoot a bear with deer bullets, ONLY explanation I ever got on bullet performance was, they were to light for heavy bone & @ such close range with the speed of the bullets they more than likely fragmented upon impact, so what this ALL boils down to is I KNOW WHAT TYPE OF ""PUCKER"" FACTOR, you had going on in them undershorts. Great video's & stories and educational content you produce, please keep them coming and stay healthy so you can continue to persue your hunting passion. Thanks for sharing, & reading my (100% TRUE) story.

  • @michaelwhite8801
    @michaelwhite8801 6 років тому

    You are crazy going in that brush with a wounded bear without one in the chamber. Safety on and muzzle discipline. Great hunt as always.

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  6 років тому +1

      When you have camera guys that are going to be in places that are not predictable, it is just a required safety precaution. If I had been heading in by myself, I would have surely had a round in the chamber. Thanks for watching.

  • @Bryant1963
    @Bryant1963 6 років тому

    You guys are having a hell of a time there!! You never go looking for a bear in thick brush like that without a bullet in the chamber, even though black bears are usually always more scared of you than you are of them, when they are wounded & they are in thick brush, you just go slow & quiet & pay attention!! But whoever the front guy is needs a bullet in the chamber because a Bear can charge you when they're wounded! You're just lucky that wasn't a grizzly than things can get ugly fast!! I've also been hunting Bears since I was 11 years old too, Montana

  • @johngiff2978
    @johngiff2978 6 років тому

    Anything can happen when you are hunting and your show captures all of the good and the bad on film. Maybe next hunt try two broken motors LOL. I love this show.

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  6 років тому

      You would think I'd learn my lesson by now, wouldn't you?

  • @Aaron-mn8gw
    @Aaron-mn8gw 4 роки тому +1

    What caliber and bullets are you guys using?

  • @20cameron1
    @20cameron1 11 місяців тому

    As a hunter in the South Carolina mountains where visibility is like those woods, I ALWAYS have a round in the chamber. I understand people wanting to be safe, but not being able to get a quick shot off because it’s not ready to shoot is very unwise. Every time I see a video where the hunter misses a good opportunity to get a big critter because he’s not got the rifle ready..

  • @edwardabrahamiii3742
    @edwardabrahamiii3742 4 роки тому

    What caliber bullet do you use there randy?? Lately everyday for like 1 month almost ive been wantimg the 7mm rem mag for its flat shooting bullet i used to owm the 300 win mag gave that to my brother he then sold it for cheap

  • @KCBarr1
    @KCBarr1 8 років тому

    There is a distinct possibility that you, Randy, are almost as unlucky as me. Being unlucky while hunting in Alaska, can have a bad outcome. Good video, and you stuck with the trail till you found the bear. Well done.

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  8 років тому +2

      Always plenty of adventure when hunting Alaska. Luck can play a big part, for sure. Good luck this season.

  • @brettu45
    @brettu45 6 років тому +1

    Patch kit, why was that not part of the gear?

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  6 років тому +2

      I had a small patch kit. I don't trust patch kits on 8" cuts, when I am using that craft to navigate cold waters of the Northern Pacific. Much safer option to rent a skiff.

  • @sethwheeler7811
    @sethwheeler7811 7 років тому

    You're reaction after that bear was 8' away is as real as it gets! Great footage, and congrats on not getting tackled by that critter!

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  7 років тому

      Yeah, that was a pretty big scare to have that bear get up out of his bed and come toward me, forcing me to shoot at a few yards.

  • @workingclasswoodsman
    @workingclasswoodsman 8 років тому +1

    Great video, lots of work you guys do. Thanks for the efforts.

  • @IHWKR
    @IHWKR Рік тому

    One thing is for sure about alaska: Rent a boat, work it won't.

  • @coreystoner4129
    @coreystoner4129 5 років тому +1

    I always keep my gun locked and loaded even if I know for a fact the animal is down. I have tracked big central pa bears into a thicket and I was the only one with a loaded gun and they were happy I had it loaded to finish the bear off

  • @jonm3688
    @jonm3688 8 років тому +4

    I want to hunt Alaska so badly

    • @ronthedon2518
      @ronthedon2518 3 роки тому

      Same man definitely a bucket list location for sure

  • @youtubedino76
    @youtubedino76 2 роки тому

    Shane here what a dream job

  • @thevoyageur2152
    @thevoyageur2152 4 роки тому

    Great show as always Randy!
    Can you charge TSA for unjust damage?
    Would it be better to ship your stuff VIA Fed-Ex and pick it up in Alaska?
    Happy Huntin.

  • @chrismonroe3026
    @chrismonroe3026 3 роки тому

    It may be worthwhile to have your own outboard and just have it shipped with your gear.

  • @nedholt5151
    @nedholt5151 6 років тому

    So I am moving to Alaska soon and I was wondering what a good all around caliber would be for up there I can take recoil but I can’t am on a budget of like $500 what caliber and rifle would you guys recommend where I am going to be at has caribou moose brown bear

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  6 років тому

      With all of those species in mind, I would go with a .30 caliber. Probably a .308 or .30-06 on the low end, but with moose and brown bears I would probably look more toward a .300 Win Mag, .300 WSM, or even a step larger with a .338.

    • @danhorn3648
      @danhorn3648 4 роки тому

      @@Fresh_Tracks 300 RUM for bear rifle--I have killed many a bear with Black Hawk 357, Hornady XTP bullet--Loaded about 3 grains above factory--I hunted with hounds so anything bigger would hurt dogs ears--dropped many at 25 ft or less

  • @cbthrasher
    @cbthrasher 6 років тому +1

    Do you keep an tan the hide?

  • @Aaron-mn8gw
    @Aaron-mn8gw 4 роки тому

    How much fun was that bear to pack out of the dense brush?

  • @mtnhunter5578
    @mtnhunter5578 6 років тому

    I have to say I love watching your show and subscribe but no round in the chamber......a wounded bear.....in Alaska....in thick cover......REALLY....WOW!!

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  6 років тому +1

      When you have camera guys that are going to be in places that are not predictable, it is just a required safety precaution. If I had been heading in by myself, I would have surely had a round in the chamber.

    • @mtnhunter5578
      @mtnhunter5578 6 років тому

      Randy Newberg, Hunter completely understand just glad your guys are ok brother, great show!

  • @Droladnap
    @Droladnap 8 років тому +2

    One day I'll be able to go hunting. Is it over kill to use a 375 H&H rifle for a bear?
    Great video!

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  8 років тому +2

      Nope. A superb bear round. Good luck.

    • @zachvelte2465
      @zachvelte2465 7 років тому

      Randy Newberg, Hunter please bring me my arrows here

    • @silverback7659
      @silverback7659 6 років тому

      kragseven sounds like bullet failure to me. What type of bullet did he use?
      With the right bullet and shot placement, the ole trusty 06 will kill anything on this planet.

    • @kevinhyde6561
      @kevinhyde6561 5 років тому

      Not at all

    • @trevorgomez3343
      @trevorgomez3343 5 років тому

      @kragseven I use a 30-06 and shot a 326lb black bear through the ♥. It made it about 30 yards. I also have shot 2 other bears with my aught 6. Bear have a lot of fat and thick hides. I like to use 180 grain bullets.

  • @beexiong7552
    @beexiong7552 8 років тому +1

    I know how you feel, randy. I shot a bear at 8 yard with a bow and missed it. I scared to death because in CA we can't carry side arm for protection. lol

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  8 років тому

      That will get your heart racing.

  • @krreeves1
    @krreeves1 8 років тому

    Randy. What caliber of weapon did you and Bart use on that black bear hunt.

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  8 років тому +7

      Bart had a 7mm-.08 and I had a .308Win. Both were Howa Alpine Mountain Rifles.

    • @Aaron-mn8gw
      @Aaron-mn8gw Рік тому

      @@Fresh_Tracks Did you feel the .308 Win was adequate in stopping the bear?

  • @djb2046
    @djb2046 6 років тому +3

    F*** TSA, they are just pissed that you ain't going through a guide or outfitter. Keep doing your self guided hunts👍

  • @tomasskog9757
    @tomasskog9757 4 роки тому

    If you’re tracking a wounded animal you put a round in the chamber.
    If you think it’s too crowded with friends around you leave them behind and put a round in the chamber.
    You especially put a round in the chamber when you’re tracking an animal that can kill you.
    Sooo......someone forgot to put a round in the chamber :)
    And Randy, it’s better to shoot a big bear the first day of the hunt than not shooting a bear at all.
    And put a round in the chamber ;)

  • @focusglory
    @focusglory 5 років тому

    Seems like cross bows are better especially when you aim for the heart or lungs. One bow is all it takes.

  • @galereynolds4171
    @galereynolds4171 6 років тому

    I am pretty sure that Randy might of sharted on that one lol

  • @dougm2681
    @dougm2681 6 років тому

    How do you hold the tsa liable fir the damages they csuse?

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  6 років тому

      You don't. I tried to get it sorted out and the contractors they use for screening help are of no use.

  • @fredluden2298
    @fredluden2298 5 років тому

    That’s why you use 375 h&h

  • @chloehennessey6813
    @chloehennessey6813 6 років тому +1

    Call their supervisor. Get a report.
    I got my black bear on Gravina Island behind the airport.
    My parents own Fireweed Lodge on prince of Wales. All our boats and skiffs are electric start. And they are all checked daily.
    P.S
    Why don’t you have a handgun, Randy?
    Just curious. When I go with my dad and uncles they all carry a pistol of some type. Like my dad carries a Glock 20SF with Buffalo Bore +P 190g Hard cast bullets.
    Uncles have the same, except Tell carries a 1911 in .357 Magnum. Heck even I carry a Glock 35Xz and yes guessed it Buffalo Bore +P .40 S&W.

    • @TheRealJaded
      @TheRealJaded 5 років тому +1

      Laiken Bellesario .40 is for dumbasses

    • @chloehennessey6813
      @chloehennessey6813 5 років тому +1

      Jaded I guess 85% of law enforcement agencies are stupid; than there is you. Lol
      That’s funny. Good job 👍🏻

  • @rondill8429
    @rondill8429 7 років тому

    I hope you made TSA pay dearly for the great job they did inspecting the rubber boat?
    I think it should be a FREE Hunt courtesy of TSA!!

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  7 років тому +1

      The Bozeman airline security folks are a contract group who is not part of the official TSA. Trying to get a remedy from them is like trying to get oil from a rock.

    • @rkayser89
      @rkayser89 7 років тому

      Just bump up the pressure- fracking seems to work on shale.

    • @KeystoneTexan
      @KeystoneTexan 6 років тому

      Randy Newberg, Hunter doesn’t matter, TSA has immunity and won’t be held accountable!!

  • @jerrywells8072
    @jerrywells8072 6 років тому

    That wasn't just hair raising Randy, I'll bet you had to change your shorts, before the hero shots - right ? !!!!!!!!

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  6 років тому

      It was a bit unnerving, for sure.

  • @driftwood4271
    @driftwood4271 7 років тому

    What happened to your aim...? Looks like you didn't hit the animal in the fatal part so it has to run that far.

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  7 років тому +12

      It was not the shot we would have preferred. I wish such was not the case, but it happens some times. Some people hide it from the viewer. We do not. Thanks for watching.

  • @lanesalvato5050
    @lanesalvato5050 7 років тому

    Randy, your videos are fantastic. I wish you could make 25 per year!

    • @Fresh_Tracks
      @Fresh_Tracks  7 років тому

      Thank you. We can only get so many tags, so that limits how many episodes/hunts we can do.

  • @johnfrederikson2002
    @johnfrederikson2002 5 років тому

    Fly Alaska air and your life will be better. JMO. J.