Outdoor Writer Report post Posted September 19, 2020 https://youtu.be/Jzo2Ie7B7CI 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muledeerarea33? Report post Posted September 19, 2020 That bear caught up to him really quick! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Outdoor Writer Report post Posted September 19, 2020 2 minutes ago, muledeerarea33? said: That bear caught up to him really quick! Yeah. I didn't realize a grizz could swim that well. Plus, it sure knew where to bite to immobilize the elk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseHunter Report post Posted September 19, 2020 Yeah, thought there was enough distance for him to get outta town. That river trick might have worked for him with wolves in the past but looks like it made the griz’s job a little easier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Outdoor Writer Report post Posted September 19, 2020 I've probably passed that spot a couple dozen times over that last 40 years or so. Hayden Valley was one of my favorite destinations for photos when I made my treks there each Sept. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roosevelt Mark Report post Posted September 19, 2020 That's crazy, he didn't fight back much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Outdoor Writer Report post Posted September 19, 2020 9 minutes ago, Roosevelt Mark said: That's crazy, he didn't fight back much. Bear was too smart. He clamped down on the spine and stayed clear of hooves and antlers. -- the elk's only defense. Might have had a better chance on dry ground where he could attempt to shed the bear by running, etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
biglakejake Report post Posted September 19, 2020 bull was lame in one hindquarter. the cinnabar would not have played had the bull been 100%. in the second frame i think i can see a compound fracture. lee Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Outdoor Writer Report post Posted September 19, 2020 6 minutes ago, biglakejake said: bull was lame in one hindquarter. the cinnebar would not have played had the bull been 100%. in the second frame i think i can see a compound fracture. lee You're likely right. Good catch. Explains why he dipsy doodled when wading. Maybe they had tangled back up the hill earlier, huh? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eddielasvegas Report post Posted September 20, 2020 Remarkable footage. Thanks for posting. Eddie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZ513 Report post Posted September 21, 2020 It's hard to tell if his leg was broken before or after he made it to the river. Wonder if he was trying to use the river as a escape out if it was broken before. Either way, not the ideal way to go out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
