The toughest challenge…
Bear does extensive preparation before every series, but he also relies on the expert knowledge of several researchers who check out the landscape, fauna and flora and how to defend oneself against predators – very handy when he is charged by a rhino or attacked by a black bear. Filming takes place for about seven months a year, and this is actually the most challenging part of what Bear does. “Being away from my family for months at a time is very difficult. But fortunately I have a very understanding wife, and my boys (Jesse, Marmaduke and Huckleberry) don’t mind me being away, as long as I camp and fish with them.”For now, Bear has some time to spend with the family (he takes July and August off every year) on their barge on the River Thames (in the centre of London) or at their country house in Wales. And downtime is certainly needed, as Bear is always in demand for TV interviews, men’s magazine shoots, military functions, product endorsements, motivational talks and book signings (he is currently working on a new book and feature film).Bear is a living example of God’s grace and how one is able to survive whatever life throws at you. For Bear, Phillipians 4:13 gives him the encouragement he needs to endure every tough situation. He also takes comfort from Psalm 73:23, knowing that God is in control. “Yet I am always with You; You hold me by my right hand…”
by Bear Grylls
