Ep 6. Sharon/Al & Linda/Misty
- TV14
- August 22, 2010
- 44 min
Sharon and Al were on a camping trip in Michigan's Upper Peninsula when they were attacked by a black bear. The couple had been camping for years and knew the dangers of wildlife, but they were caught off guard when a bear entered their campsite in the middle of the night. The bear charged at Sharon first, causing her to fall and injuring her leg. Al quickly got up and tried to fend off the bear, but it turned its attention to him and began attacking him.
Despite being injured, Sharon was able to crawl to their car and honk the horn, scaring the bear away. Al was badly injured and had to be airlifted to a nearby hospital, where he underwent multiple surgeries to repair the damage. Sharon also received medical care for her leg injury. Both have made a full recovery and continue to go camping, but with a newfound respect for the dangers of wildlife.
In the second story, Linda and Misty were a mother and daughter hiking in Arizona's rugged Superstition Mountains. The two had been hiking together for years and were experienced in the outdoors, but they got lost after taking a wrong turn and were unable to find their way back to their campsite. After several hours of wandering, they ran out of water and were suffering from dehydration in the hot desert sun.
Despite their dire situation, Linda and Misty refused to give up. They rationed the last of their water and continued to search for a way out. They eventually stumbled upon a trail and followed it to a campsite where they were able to get help. They were airlifted to a nearby hospital and treated for severe dehydration, but luckily did not suffer any long-term health problems.
Both stories are inspiring tales of survival in the face of extreme danger and adversity. These individuals were able to overcome the odds and come out stronger on the other side. Their stories serve as a reminder of the importance of preparation, courage, and never giving up hope.