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Chilling game of hide and seek with a hungry polar bear
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around a humorous and somewhat alarming incident involving a man nearly being caught by a polar bear during a bear-watching outing. Participants share their reactions, jokes, and thoughts on the situation, as well as related anecdotes about bear encounters.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
- Conceptual clarification
- Meta-discussion
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express amusement at the man's close call with the polar bear, highlighting the adrenaline rush of the situation.
- There are comments on the role of the photographer, with jokes about prioritizing photography over safety.
- One participant suggests that carrying a firearm capable of stopping a bear would have been prudent, while others debate the necessity and effectiveness of such measures.
- Several participants reference incidents involving people getting too close to bears in zoos, drawing parallels to the original incident.
- Humor is prevalent, with jokes about the absurdity of the situation and the nature of bear encounters.
- A participant mentions a cartoon related to polar bears, adding a humorous element to the discussion.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the humorous aspects of the situation, but there are differing views on the appropriateness of carrying firearms and the risks involved in bear encounters. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the best practices for safety in such scenarios.
Contextual Notes
Some comments reflect assumptions about the behavior of bears and the risks of wildlife encounters, which may not be universally applicable. There are also references to specific incidents that may not be fully detailed, leaving room for interpretation.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in wildlife encounters, humorous anecdotes about nature, or discussions on safety in outdoor activities may find this thread engaging.
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Smart, lucky guy.
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I bet his photographer is off his Christmas card list.
"Help! Get help!"
"Just a second, Bob - I'm getting some great shots here!"
"Help! Get help!"
"Just a second, Bob - I'm getting some great shots here!"
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Vanadium 50 said:
He sure was lucky that truck was unlocked.
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imagine the adrenaline rush! he must have had some fun
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From the appearance of the tripod at the pickup truck, I surmise that these fellows were bear-watching and hoping for some good pictures. The incipient meal was a lucky guy, indeed!
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yummy man chops!
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Given that very real possibility, it would have been prudent to pack a firearm chambered for rounds capable of stopping a big bear. My single-shot Ruger Model 1 in .45-70 is a favorite with Alaskan bush-pilots and guides because the action is so strong that you can load them up to (painful on both ends) velocities.hypatia said:
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That's a bit of overkill. You only need a gun powerful enough to take out your buddy's kneecap.
You don't have to run faster than a bear. You just have to run faster than your buddy.
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That's why Cheney always takes his lawyer hunting with him.BobG said:
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So he can shoot someone and feel no shame?mgb_phys said:
There have also been a couple of incidents recently where idiots have climbed into bear cages at zoos:
Panda in China zoo bites student who wanted a hug
http://apnews.myway.com/article/20081122/D94K23282.html
Knut Needed Hug: Zoo Intruder
http://www.newser.com/story/46025/knut-needed-hug-zoo-intruder.html
Most disturbing: in both cases, it was men wanting to hug the cute teddy bear!
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this happened a while back
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russ_watters said:
How many years does that contribute to the difference in lifespan between men and women?
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With polar bears it's always worth having a spare victim along!russ_watters said:
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That bear was moving a lot faster than the man was. Note how quickly the bear gained ground on him... he wouldn't have made another lap around the truck.
There is an old Gary Larson cartoon that shows two polar bears and an igloo with a big hole in the top. It it clear the the hole results from one of the bears taking a bite out of the igloo. One polar bear says to the other: ~ "Oh, I love these things. They're crunchy on the outside and chewy in the middle!"
There is an old Gary Larson cartoon that shows two polar bears and an igloo with a big hole in the top. It it clear the the hole results from one of the bears taking a bite out of the igloo. One polar bear says to the other: ~ "Oh, I love these things. They're crunchy on the outside and chewy in the middle!"
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Damn you, Ivan! I was just going to post that!
On the other hand, I saw the exact same punch-line on a cartoon with a couple of dragons and part of a suit of armour.
Russ, ol' pal, I hate to break it to you... neither pandas nor Teddys are bears...
On the other hand, I saw the exact same punch-line on a cartoon with a couple of dragons and part of a suit of armour.
Russ, ol' pal, I hate to break it to you... neither pandas nor Teddys are bears...
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