The Man Who Lives With Bears

Documentary on Charlie Vandergaw, a retired teacher who tries to foster close relationships with the many bears around his Alaskan cabin

Tags Alaska Animal Bear Biography Black bear Daredevil Grizzly bear Nature Wildlife

Contains some chilling scenes. The man has balls of steel.

Also check out the related Grizzly Man documentary, about a bear lover who ultimately paid with his life.

Post-production updates

Charlie is being charged by the state for his activities, causing some controversy amongst fellow Alaskans. [source]

Apparently a filmmaker by the name of Richard Terry was mauled and dragged across the yard by a bear while filming with Charlie.

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