Man vs Wild: Bear Gylls in Copper Canyon, Mexico

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the television program "Man vs Wild," specifically focusing on an episode featuring Bear Grylls in Copper Canyon, Mexico. Participants share their thoughts on the show's portrayal of survival techniques, the risks associated with outdoor adventures, and comparisons with other survival shows like "Survivorman." The conversation includes personal anecdotes and critiques of the show's authenticity.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants describe the conditions Bear Grylls faced in Copper Canyon, including temperature fluctuations and the dangers of wildlife.
  • There are discussions about the techniques demonstrated by Grylls, such as making fire using a yucca plant and the risks of hypothermia.
  • Several participants express skepticism about the authenticity of Grylls' experiences, suggesting he may not be as isolated as portrayed and that he has a crew assisting him.
  • Comparisons are made between "Man vs Wild" and "Survivorman," with some participants preferring the latter for its perceived realism and self-sufficiency.
  • Concerns are raised about the portrayal of risks in wilderness survival, with anecdotes of tourists suffering from dehydration and sunburn in remote areas.
  • Some participants note specific instances from "Man vs Wild" that they find questionable, such as the appearance of a third hand during a scene, suggesting it undermines the show's credibility.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of opinions about the authenticity and educational value of "Man vs Wild." While some appreciate the entertainment aspect, others raise concerns about its realism and safety implications. There is no consensus on the superiority of either "Man vs Wild" or "Survivorman," as preferences vary among participants.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight the potential dangers of outdoor activities and the importance of proper preparation, but there are differing views on how well these are represented in the show. The discussion reflects a range of personal experiences and interpretations of survival techniques.

Who May Find This Useful

Viewers interested in survival techniques, outdoor adventures, and reality television may find this discussion relevant. It may also appeal to those comparing different survival shows and their portrayals of wilderness experiences.

  • #31
Cyrus said:
Why the hell would he drink piss for?
How about the episode were he took off his t-shirt, peed in it and then wrapped it around his head. I do that on hot days and it's an excellent idea.
 
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  • #32
Evo said:
How about the episode were he took off his t-shirt, peed in it and then wrapped it around his head. I do that on hot days and it's an excellent idea.
He does seem to get his shirt off, an unreasonable number of times.
 
  • #33
I don't know about you all, but I can't count the number of times I've been deserted in the tropic rain forest/calahari desert/grand canyon/tropical deserted island/ ...:rolleyes:

I'd like him to be honest, take out his cell phone and see if it will make a call. I bet it will nine times out of ten.
 
  • #34
You have to admit it has shock value. Like the time he tried eating a maggot infested puma he found.
 
  • #36
I wonder how they would do on Komodo Island.
 
  • #37
Evo said:
You have to admit it has shock value. Like the time he tried eating a maggot infested puma he found.

Pfft, Andrew Zimmer eats that kind of stuff all the time and doesn't make faces while eating such things.
 
  • #38
One thing I don't Understand is how they film Bear jump from helicopters alone. Moments later after seeing he had jumped alone, they switch to a shot right next to him in the air about the same distance from the helicopter meaning the camera guy would have had to jump at about the same time.
 
  • #39
mbisCool said:
One thing I don't Understand is how they film Bear jump from helicopters alone. Moments later after seeing he had jumped alone, they switch to a shot right next to him in the air about the same distance from the helicopter meaning the camera guy would have had to jump at about the same time.

Cyrus said:
Monkey film crews.

Parachuting Monkey film crews !
http://www.slantmagazine.com/images/film/cameraman.jpg
 
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  • #40
The one thing about survival, is that you never know when your really going to need the valuable tips and tricks that you can learn from such a show. Many of us will never need it, but if just one of us, finds our selfs in a vacation gone bad, something you may have learned from these types of shows my become your lifesaver.
 
  • #41
hypatia said:
something you may have learned from these types of shows my become your lifesaver.
Police/Fire/Mountain Rescue etc HATE these shows.
If you get lost hiking or your 4x4 breaks down STAY THERE - you are a lot easier to find sitting in a 4x4 on a logging road than deciding to go off into the woods equipped with your swiss army knife and a couple of episodes of Lost.

A recent sad example, http://news.cnet.com/8301-17938_105-9666094-1.html?tag=nl.e729
 
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  • #42
Those people didn't watch the show, or they would stripped the vinyl seat, reflective lenses, gasoline, wires and spark plug to build a GPS tower, and signal for help.:-p
 
  • #43
Or at least waited for a passing adventure show presenter.
Mugged him, stolen his credit cards and luxury hotel room key and then shared the cameraman's packed lunch.
 
  • #44
hypatia said:
Those people didn't watch the show, or they would stripped the vinyl seat, reflective lenses, gasoline, wires and spark plug to build a GPS tower, and signal for help.:-p

Leave MacGuiver out of this...