One thing that was not mentioned is they did have a Garmin for navigation. But no SOS device. This one was very touching and emotional to produce. David always putting his son first, even with the life threatening injuries, he was able to fight through it to make sure Charlie was ok. And for Charlie, words can't describe the way he handled the situation. I can't even imagine how proud David is of his son. While many might question why David would take his young son rock climbing, I see a dad wanting to share with his son the one thing he loves. I'm sure if Charlie didn't like it, David wouldn't have forced it on him. But Charlie loved it and it was a way for a father and son to bond. Some go hunting, ride bikes, ride atvs, scuba diving, play sports, etc. All have some level of danger, but that's what makes sharing these activities so amazing between father and son. It was a freak accident, not human error. From what I researched, David was a very experienced and safe climber. So much, where his mom didn't mind Charlie sharing in these activities with her ex-husband. David never took Charlie on any climbs really dangerous as far as rock climbing goes. The systems David had in place like using a Grigri saved his life, along with his incredibly courageous son. He taught his son so well, he was able to lower his dad off a big cliff by himself. Yes, it was a big mistake to not have a SOS device. Luckily, he had a Charlie. If you haven't yet, please subscribe by clicking here: ruclips.net/channel/UCsrtvSjgVg8QgRJzysB55xA Thank you all for your support! This channel is growing beyone my wildest expectations thanks to you all! Please Like, Share, and Subscribe!
Love this episode brother, thanks for your hard work doing these, it doesn't go unnoticed, love these stories and I tell many people interested in this stuff about your channel. As a retired veteran I can say the human body is capable of so much more if you dig real deep, amazing.
Have u ever looked at the price of an sos device do you think every single person that wants to camp or be in the woods wants to spend 5-10 thousand dollars.. DIDNT think so
@ Outdoor Disasters This is my all time favorite channel on RUclips and I look forward to your videos and I really love the content and Survival tips at the end of each video!
I see a man way to STUPID to be allowed to have kids and should have been fixed where he could never have kids. And how the Hell did the boys mother put up with this? My wife would have kicked my ass if I ever told her I was putting her son in this type of danger.
Charlie was more of a man at 13 than most at 30. I dont know that i could have done that. I had the ability and skill at that age but i dont know that, emotionally, i could have been as strong as Charlie. Im so glad to see hes still adventuring.
Is amazing how people focus on the negative side of the story! The reality of this event is how amazing and brave this kid was at such a young age! Definitely a super hero in my book
What an incredible tale of competence, both the kid and the bystanders. He was so lucky to find a boyscout troop then a marathon runner to get help. Everything came together to save that man's life.
This is incredible! What an ordeal! A miracle David survived and can still climb! And what to say about Charlie? What an incredibly brave and smart kid! Thank God this story had a happy ending. Truly inspiring! God bless him forever!
Love it when a comment like this shows up at the top. At first it was like oh no so the kid didn’t survive. But no, he did. Thanks for the play by play.
What a phenomenal young man! So unfortunate for the son to have to witness his dad in such a horrible situation, but his bravery and courage saved his father. This love between them will certainly and greatly strengthen after this devastating moment, but it has also shown the son that he can get through anything in life.
WOW! What a great story! A must watch! Outdoor Disasters has outdone itself on this! What a smart courageous kid! Glad it ended well! Stories like this are why Outdoor Disasters is the best of this type on RUclips!
@@outdoordisasters thanks for the great stories! I feel for the ones that may have perished in your stories! They are gone but because of your stories they are not forgotten! I also believe it warms the hearts of their families because you do them respectively! If the stories were not done so well people would not watch. Keep up the good work!
What an amazing young man Charlie is he stayed calm and saved his dad at such a young age, what a brave boy in such a scary situation. If I ever go hiking/rock climbing I'm definitely taking Charlie with me.
Seriously! He successfully brought his Father down 1000 feet of cliff face (with boulders falling around them!) The pain that those extensive injuries must have caused, is indescribable. Yet, Charlie was able to remain cool headed, as he dressed & redressed the horrific wounds. Broken limbs, & shredded tendons, with one leg in hanging pieces, would make any ADULT person want to wretch or feel faint, panic. But not Charlie!🫡
What an anxiety inducing story! A tale of adventure, survival, love and pain. Ego and triumph, unexpectedly a father’s selfishness at the core of it all. It literally has it all and it was beautifully told. Thank you Outdoor Disasters for the entertainment and lesson.
I recently dislocated and broke my ankle hiking and had to be stretchered out (kind of embarrassing) and couldn't even have stood up much less dragged myself down a mountain. Cheers to David. Love for his son motivated him to keep going. I hope he is a good place in life now.
Oh my gosh!! What an amazing story!! Thank you for telling their harrowing tale. The fact that medical science was able to build him with a leg with bovine tissue is beyond incredible. I love science so much, so that part stood out to me. Charlie was an extremely brave boy.
I was born and raised in Idaho. The frank church is truly awe inspiring and prehistoric. It’s VERY rugged and I would not underestimate the potential for injury and loss of life. It’s an incredible adventure but it’s definitely dangerous!
That was a very dangerous place to hike for 2 weeks! I would never advise climbing thousands of feet of sheer rock, with my 13 year old! You are in such a remote area, & rock climbing is quite a dangerous thing to do. Questionable common sense, courting disaster. At least invest in a SAT phone, please!!! They really got lucky! He should have died from those injuries, & would have, if Charlie didn't find any help by days end. Charlie showed bravery way beyond his years!
Lets also give a round of applause to the guy who just runs out of the woods randomly who happens to be a human that covers great distances in a situation where time is of the essence.
@@PatriciaS-t1x”god” didn’t send anyone. a human being selflessly saved their lives. it’s messed up to diminish the efforts of real people, like this man. funny how people always credit god when something goes right but not when things go wrong. 🙄
Fantastic video of Survival by a father and son! I can't even imagine being 13 and having that happen to my dad. That young man showed true courage and resilience in that situation as well as bravery and courage! I'm glad that his dad is okay and that they got through their disaster in the wilderness. Looking forward to your next video. Happy Father's day!
@Outdoor Disasters I watched this amazing Story of Survival about a young man from Canada named Jeremy Evans who survived getting mauled 3 times by a female Grizzly bear in the Alberta Wilderness while out on a hunting trip. Maybe you could do a video about this?
Amen. Charlie handled this situation with so much poise. Even when he was scared, he gathered himself and stepped up when it was desperate. I'm truly amazed by this young man.
I grew up mountain climbing, backpacking, and eventually spelunking, and never was it ever just my dad, my brothers, and I. We always had multiple adults around and everyone knew that keeping an eye on the kids was part of the expedition. I think it's great to introduce your children to the outdoors, but this guy turned his child into an accessory, and that's a recipe for disaster, either on or off the trail. Doing dangerous activities such as these should never be done alone, and when you're with a small child, you are essentially all by yourself. They are lucky to be alive. This guy endangered his child and himself, as much of Charlie's suffering could have been prevented, if they were accompanied by another adult.
@@darnh6012 I suppose your beacon is going to call for help, if you're unconscious, or ill? Is it going to fight off an animal attack? Is a beacon going to find you supplies or aid, until help can arrive? The answer is "no" to all those questions. A beacon can only do so much and only really covers instances of simply being lost. It isn't a safeguard against the worst things that can happen to you all alone, because you never know if a misplaced step is going to send you down an embankment with a boulder atop one of our limbs, or if a drought-stricken black bear is going to see you as lunch. Many, many seasoned backpackers and hikers have died all alone, because they overestimated their skills, and underestimated the danger of going it by themselves. Worst is when someone puts too much faith in gear that not only carries the risk of user error, but also the disadvantage of only being able to a distress signal. It can't tell you if help has received your signal, and it can't send communication as to the nature of your emergency. All recipes for disaster, when it strikes. No one is immune to reality.
@@NextToToddliness I don't mind some risk. I'm not going to cover every possible risk. I wouldn't leave the house if I'd try and cover every risk. I'd be curious if you have been surfing? Or even just swimming in the ocean? Two great sports with tons of enjoyment over the years. I wouldn't pass those up because of the one in 10 million chance of getting hurt doing them.
What an incredible kid. I’m sure this was really traumatizing, but he displayed maturity and bravery well beyond any 13-year-old I’ve ever met. I hope both of them are doing well.
I am speechless that both of them still climb! It would have been my last one for sure. Charlie is an amazing kid for what he did and how he behaved in this terrible situation.
As a climber, I used to read the yearly Accidents in N American Mountaineering. Many of the accidents (most involving at least one fatality) share a couple of common cause categories; attempting objectives beyond the team’s capabilities and/or level of preparedness being one of them. Preparedness includes physical, mental, and having appropriate gear. Overestimating one’s abilities is another. It seems minimum equipment for a team in such remote circumstances would include a Garmin InReach. It also seems somewhat...questionable?...to place a young man in such a circumstance. The kid’s a demonstrated mountaineer, though, who handled it when it needed to be handled. Good for him, and many successful adventures to him.
I agree with most of what's been said in the comments but at the same time what a totally reckless thing to do with your child. If Charlie hadn't made it out of there, no one would be calling anyone a hero.
I started working at a young age and had danger at work all my life. Farming, Logging, Construction. Kids are resilient and can accept responsibility but lack experience so you got to watch for them. On the other hand, it blows my mind that people do this stuff for the " fun " of it.
J'ai pleuré en réalisant les épreuves, la question de vie ou de mort qui s'est posée pour ce petit gars, la grande générosité et l'immense amour qu'ils se portent l'un l'autre ! Ils possèdent tous les deux l'Âme du guerrier ! C'est une transmission qui s'est développée au travers de leur passion commune. Ce sont ces épreuves et une grande humilité qui ont fait de Charly ce Héro à peine âgé de 13 ans. Tellement reconnaissante à vous Outdoor Disasters de m'avoir raconté cette épopée qui me laisse un tel sentiment de joie pour ces deux-là 🥰
Re: Charlie/David accident, I don't know if this would have applied back in 2015... but, if you're going to be in the back country, carry a SPOT device or other similar brand of emergency satellite communication. That way you can get a signal out w/o having to hike 3 days to a Ranger station.
Good ending, but the take away I get from this is Dad should have had a satellite phone. I have hiked remotely and you NEVER know what is going to happen. When I started watching I did not expect him to survive. So glad it turned out the way it did.
Incredible… another story I have never heard of before, and an exceptional but also gripping narration! Damn I love this channel… Thatta boy Charlie, you knew who to turn to when you were out of answers, you stopped and you prayed…🙌👏💪💕
What a dude man. I have MS and that's nothing compared to this poor chap but I'm a wimp. It sure gives me a kick up the butt and shows there's so many people worse off than me.
@@annehedonia156 Yes, good Mormons wear all white, loose fitting underwear, sold to them by their church. A derogatory term they find offensive is "magic underwear". They probably would make good white flags to signal help, or surrender.
WOW I Can't believe this is a true story! Miracle. What an awful and horrific ordeal. Surprised he didn't bleed out! Heroic blessed brave son hope he's well today!
OMG! This story of their lives was absolutely amazing! This is a true testament to love of family! What an incredible story of dedication and love for the ones that mean the most in our lives! This story was amazing and so uplifting, thank you for this incredible story!
This was the most inspiring yet heartbreaking survival story I’ve ever heard. Thank you for sharing it with us ❤ What an unbelievable bond they must have.
As a man who rock climbs, i understand him taking his son and teaching him. His decision to go to that area was his mistake. There was a reason why first descents were all over the place. Obviously, the rock wasnt set everywhere.
At the first intro to the cirque, I think, "No climbing routes? Could it be a dangerous climbing area? Could the rock be unstable?" And then after the description of the accident, it is mentioned that they traversed a boulder field to reach the cliff to climb. I guess it's just me, but both of those are neon red flags: no established routes, lots of boulders. Too bad they didn't see them.
Years ago, not far from where I grew up, there was a kid two or three years younger than me who went with his dad up into the hills on a hike. They got caught in a storm, and a flash flood that washed out the trail. The both of them were killed. I heard that all they found of the boy was one of his light up sneakers. There is a memorial picnic area dedicated to them in that park from where the trail begins.
I went to the same elementary school as that kid, I was in 6th grade when it happened, he was in 3rd or 4th. That was Matt Henderson and his dad, may they rest in peace.
What an epic story of the journey of father and son, and so well told. Charlie has grown into a handsome young man. Sadly his father David died in April of the year 2024 at age 60. May he Rest in Paradise, perhaps climbing rocks among the clouds.
I had to read the comments before watching all this episode, I wasn’t going to watch if anything happened to the kid, I’m depressed enough so I have to check these things. What an amazing little boy Charlie is, well done Charlie What an incredible story im so glad they made it back, and what a great bond they’ll have for the rest of their lives, a beautiful story well told 👍🏼
Bailey, don’t be depressed. Do like Charlie did and pray before you do anything. See what an amazing miracle happened. A marathon runner because it was an emergency. Pray to God for a remedy for your life.God bless you. ❤Love from New Zealand.
It's one thing to put yourself in danger but the father took foolhardy risks with his sons' safety. No matter how skilled he was, the boy just didnt have the physical strength of an adult. Hopefully the father learned from the experience.
My dad was an outdoorsman who was very reckless with his own safety. And then also with mine and that of my sister. He got us into very hairy situations, and VERY nearly got her killed once, in a canoe accident. By some incredible stroke of luck some other people happened along, and they saw that Dad and Susan needed saving. I don't think he learned from it, but my sister did. And she became old enough to do as I did, and say that she didn't feel like going when his idea was a crazy one. I was always sorry I hadn't known about that accident until years later, or I would have told him that he was too reckless. I'm sure my mum did tell him, but he wouldn't have cared about that. Despite his terribly bad luck in life, it never occurred to him that he was bringing it on himself, and that maybe he should have been more careful. But I sure love and miss him. RIP Emmett. ❤❤❤
What an amazing story of love and resilience. Love your channel. Great story of courage and triumph. Thanks for your work and greetings from Sydney Australia.
I kept waiting to hear David was decapitated but Charlie stitched it back on and told his dad to keep on going😂😂 this was an amazing story. Well Charlie did do a great job, David deserves a whole lot of praise himself. As someone who has broken a hip when I was not near anyone, I can tell you the pain of walking just a few feet is incredible. I had to walk about 30-45 ft, and it took me an hour. The fact that he was able to walk through a Boulder field is simply amazing.
What an incredible story! Your voice and the way you tell these makes you a natural for this- I always look forward to your videos! I live not too far from this area in Idaho and while I"ve not been there myself, I've heard many stories about the ruggedness of the Frank. Thank you also for including tips to stay safer at the end,
Why anyone wouldn't carry a satellite emergency beacon in this day and age is beyond me. I spent less than a hundred dollars for mine and pay the monthly $12 fee, and my outdoor adventures are nowhere near as challenging as those described in these videos. The cost is low and the weight is negligible. How much would you be willing to spend on one if you found yourself dangling on a rope a thousand feet above the ground?
Amazing story! Having climbed myself, and teaching my son to experience such aspect of life; my heart goes out to the pair! May healing all damage done that day be yours! 🙏 May Light, LOVE, and LIFE bless you forever more!!!🙏 I had to pat my heart and tears came several times during this story: amazing the strength demonstrated!
Making your child take part in a sport known for fatalities- amongst seasoned climbers. A boy has no free will and would never risk disapproval from his father. Men who have something to prove all the time are children. Only a child isn't fearful of high risk whose reward is purely symbolic. At around 18, our brains rewire out of that phase if we're maturing at a normal rate.
Again...another "I'm on the edge of my seat" story from OD! It's like you are right there with the people in the story! I need my dose everyday!!! Thanks for making these videos!
Thank you for watching! I love that you say you're right there with these people. Because I feel the same as well. I enter their world for a few days when I'm producing these videos and it's sad when I have to leave it behind. Such fascinating stories.
Sometimes I feel so sad that these things happen and sometimes I feel so angry that people put themselves in such situations that they lose their lives and cause others to lose their lives. I guess I don’t believe in mountain climbing or jumping out of planes unless your military. Edit: I’m so very happy they made it out and lived a happy life.
Thank God, and God bless these two. God really was there for both of you. So much courage for a 13 year old boy. He's going to be a great man, with a very big heart. 🏔️ 🙏
This should be made into a movie. I am always amazed that people can go back to an activity that nearly killed them or where they witnessed tragedy-I couldnt do it. Well, ok I guess in a way I did that-many years ago I was in a bad car accident that could have killed me as I broke my neck but ever since then I dont like driving and never feel safe in a car. I know if I experienced a fall while climbing I would not climb again.
Outdoor adventures are a great thing to introduce your kids to. Creating a love of the outdoors is great parenting. What isn’t great parenting is taking too much risk. You’ll never have no risk but as a parent you put the child’s safety above your own wants.
What a brave boy! He was put through a big life and death event. I'm sure he learned from this and will become someone who will help people in the future. He has shown strength and love to his Dad. The Dad was very lucky to have him. ❤❤❤thank you for this wonderful story ❤️ 💖.
Very powerful story. So happy David survived but also that he taught his son how to use common sense. Charlie was very brave Glad he went on thanks for sharing
Terrific story so well described and some very important safety issues highlighted. It's amazing that Charlie had the mindset and ability to get his father down that mountain.
I take my son golfing and the only stress i have is that at 15 years old he towers over me and hits the ball far further than i can , fortunately in the wrong direction, my dad used to take me and my sister climbing and i was scared to death most of the time but didnt want to disappoint him , so i understand the dad wanting to share his love of his sport, but ive learned to leave my kids to do what they love not what 🎉do
That kid is so good, IM Proud OF HIM! And he ain't even my kid! Amazing story. If I could say one thing though. With the talent that kid has of not panicking in multiple panic situations, he should be in a rescue service job.. maybe coast guard or something.
the boy a complete hero, the father irresponsible, is his son he endangered, there a multiple outdoor activities to share, thanks God Charlie is so mature, it's not just about having fun it's also respecting other people lives
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One thing that was not mentioned is they did have a Garmin for navigation. But no SOS device.
This one was very touching and emotional to produce. David always putting his son first, even with the life threatening injuries, he was able to fight through it to make sure Charlie was ok. And for Charlie, words can't describe the way he handled the situation. I can't even imagine how proud David is of his son.
While many might question why David would take his young son rock climbing, I see a dad wanting to share with his son the one thing he loves. I'm sure if Charlie didn't like it, David wouldn't have forced it on him. But Charlie loved it and it was a way for a father and son to bond. Some go hunting, ride bikes, ride atvs, scuba diving, play sports, etc. All have some level of danger, but that's what makes sharing these activities so amazing between father and son. It was a freak accident, not human error. From what I researched, David was a very experienced and safe climber. So much, where his mom didn't mind Charlie sharing in these activities with her ex-husband. David never took Charlie on any climbs really dangerous as far as rock climbing goes. The systems David had in place like using a Grigri saved his life, along with his incredibly courageous son. He taught his son so well, he was able to lower his dad off a big cliff by himself. Yes, it was a big mistake to not have a SOS device. Luckily, he had a Charlie.
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Love this episode brother, thanks for your hard work doing these, it doesn't go unnoticed, love these stories and I tell many people interested in this stuff about your channel. As a retired veteran I can say the human body is capable of so much more if you dig real deep, amazing.
Have u ever looked at the price of an sos device do you think every single person that wants to camp or be in the woods wants to spend 5-10 thousand dollars.. DIDNT think so
@@dashagernega7063 if you’re doing a dangerous sport in 1,000s of acres of land just invest the $200 for a satellite phone
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I see a man way to STUPID to be allowed to have kids and should have been fixed where he could never have kids. And how the Hell did the boys mother put up with this? My wife would have kicked my ass if I ever told her I was putting her son in this type of danger.
Charlie was more of a man at 13 than most at 30. I dont know that i could have done that. I had the ability and skill at that age but i dont know that, emotionally, i could have been as strong as Charlie. Im so glad to see hes still adventuring.
It’s because his father taught him. His father is an extra ordinary man!! The mental strength to stay alive and help in his rescue!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
His son is a brave, courageous young man and a hero! What an amazing boy!
He sure is amazing.
Is amazing how people focus on the negative side of the story! The reality of this event is how amazing and brave this kid was at such a young age! Definitely a super hero in my book
What an incredible tale of competence, both the kid and the bystanders. He was so lucky to find a boyscout troop then a marathon runner to get help. Everything came together to save that man's life.
This is incredible! What an ordeal! A miracle David survived and can still climb! And what to say about Charlie? What an incredibly brave and smart kid! Thank God this story had a happy ending. Truly inspiring! God bless him forever!
It really is so incredible. How proud of a dad must David be! Charlie was amazing.
Thank god for the happy ending spoiler alert. Most of these disasters don't have them.
@@posticusmaximus1739 Most definitely. Wanted a happy ending story for a Father's day.
Love it when a comment like this shows up at the top. At first it was like oh no so the kid didn’t survive. But no, he did. Thanks for the play by play.
at least they died doing what they loved
Incredible how David's leg was rebuilt. Charlie is a hero
What a phenomenal young man! So unfortunate for the son to have to witness his dad in such a horrible situation, but his bravery and courage saved his father. This love between them will certainly and greatly strengthen after this devastating moment, but it has also shown the son that he can get through anything in life.
WOW! What a great story! A must watch! Outdoor Disasters has outdone itself on this! What a smart courageous kid! Glad it ended well! Stories like this are why Outdoor Disasters is the best of this type on RUclips!
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@@outdoordisasters thanks for the great stories! I feel for the ones that may have perished in your stories! They are gone but because of your stories they are not forgotten! I also believe it warms the hearts of their families because you do them respectively! If the stories were not done so well people would not watch. Keep up the good work!
What an amazing young man Charlie is he stayed calm and saved his dad at such a young age, what a brave boy in such a scary situation. If I ever go hiking/rock climbing I'm definitely taking Charlie with me.
you take charlie, i'm taking a sat phone or an apple watch ultra
Seriously! He successfully brought his Father down 1000 feet of cliff face (with boulders falling around them!) The pain that those extensive injuries must have caused, is indescribable. Yet, Charlie was able to remain cool headed, as he dressed & redressed the horrific wounds. Broken limbs, & shredded tendons, with one leg in hanging pieces, would make any ADULT person want to wretch or feel faint, panic. But not Charlie!🫡
What an anxiety inducing story! A tale of adventure, survival, love and pain. Ego and triumph, unexpectedly a father’s selfishness at the core of it all. It literally has it all and it was beautifully told. Thank you Outdoor Disasters for the entertainment and lesson.
I recently dislocated and broke my ankle hiking and had to be stretchered out (kind of embarrassing) and couldn't even have stood up much less dragged myself down a mountain. Cheers to David. Love for his son motivated him to keep going. I hope he is a good place in life now.
U could have if needed
I'm so proud of Charlie... and I'm so glad his dad survived. I'm watching this on Father's Day so it's even more emotional ❤
Oh my gosh!! What an amazing story!! Thank you for telling their harrowing tale. The fact that medical science was able to build him with a leg with bovine tissue is beyond incredible. I love science so much, so that part stood out to me. Charlie was an extremely brave boy.
He really is an amazing young man.
I hope Charlie doesn't have PTSD from this . The dad did some foolish behavior and is paying for it .
I was born and raised in Idaho. The frank church is truly awe inspiring and prehistoric. It’s VERY rugged and I would not underestimate the potential for injury and loss of life. It’s an incredible adventure but it’s definitely dangerous!
After producing this video, I definitely want to get out there. Looks incredible.
@@outdoordisasters I wouldn't recommend rock climbing there...
That was a very dangerous place to hike for 2 weeks! I would never advise climbing thousands of feet of sheer rock, with my 13 year old! You are in such a remote area, & rock climbing is quite a dangerous thing to do. Questionable common sense, courting disaster. At least invest in a SAT phone, please!!!
They really got lucky! He should have died from those injuries, & would have, if Charlie didn't find any help by days end. Charlie showed bravery way beyond his years!
Lets also give a round of applause to the guy who just runs out of the woods randomly who happens to be a human that covers great distances in a situation where time is of the essence.
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I know! Amazing ❤️
Charlie prayed and God sent him a marathon runner because it was an emergency.😇
@@PatriciaS-t1x”god” didn’t send anyone. a human being selflessly saved their lives. it’s messed up to diminish the efforts of real people, like this man.
funny how people always credit god when something goes right but not when things go wrong. 🙄
This is why I run. Never know what one needs to be prepared for.
Fantastic video of Survival by a father and son! I can't even imagine being 13 and having that happen to my dad. That young man showed true courage and resilience in that situation as well as bravery and courage! I'm glad that his dad is okay and that they got through their disaster in the wilderness. Looking forward to your next video. Happy Father's day!
@Outdoor Disasters I watched this amazing Story of Survival about a young man from Canada named Jeremy Evans who survived getting mauled 3 times by a female Grizzly bear in the Alberta Wilderness while out on a hunting trip. Maybe you could do a video about this?
Story of stupidity and bad choices. Awful father.
@@timberdaniels7317 I do like animal attack videos. And I did dabble into it. But it didn't perform well, so I stay away from those type of videos.
@@outdoordisasters no problem, I understand. Looking forward to your next video! Have a great week.
13 year old Charlie. I am speechless. Getting him down the rock. Encouraging him back to camp. Keeping him alive. Going for help. God is Love.
Amen. Charlie handled this situation with so much poise. Even when he was scared, he gathered himself and stepped up when it was desperate. I'm truly amazed by this young man.
What does mythology have to do with anything?
What an incredible story! Mad respect for that young man to hold his composure and not panic where most grown men would. ❤
I grew up mountain climbing, backpacking, and eventually spelunking, and never was it ever just my dad, my brothers, and I. We always had multiple adults around and everyone knew that keeping an eye on the kids was part of the expedition. I think it's great to introduce your children to the outdoors, but this guy turned his child into an accessory, and that's a recipe for disaster, either on or off the trail.
Doing dangerous activities such as these should never be done alone, and when you're with a small child, you are essentially all by yourself. They are lucky to be alive. This guy endangered his child and himself, as much of Charlie's suffering could have been prevented, if they were accompanied by another adult.
You don't need a group of people. I solo backcountry hike all the time, and all that is needed is an sos beacon.
@@darnh6012 I suppose your beacon is going to call for help, if you're unconscious, or ill? Is it going to fight off an animal attack? Is a beacon going to find you supplies or aid, until help can arrive? The answer is "no" to all those questions. A beacon can only do so much and only really covers instances of simply being lost. It isn't a safeguard against the worst things that can happen to you all alone, because you never know if a misplaced step is going to send you down an embankment with a boulder atop one of our limbs, or if a drought-stricken black bear is going to see you as lunch.
Many, many seasoned backpackers and hikers have died all alone, because they overestimated their skills, and underestimated the danger of going it by themselves. Worst is when someone puts too much faith in gear that not only carries the risk of user error, but also the disadvantage of only being able to a distress signal. It can't tell you if help has received your signal, and it can't send communication as to the nature of your emergency. All recipes for disaster, when it strikes.
No one is immune to reality.
Dad cared more about his ego than the danger of exposing a child to his unprepared adventure.
@@NextToToddliness I don't mind some risk. I'm not going to cover every possible risk. I wouldn't leave the house if I'd try and cover every risk. I'd be curious if you have been surfing? Or even just swimming in the ocean? Two great sports with tons of enjoyment over the years. I wouldn't pass those up because of the one in 10 million chance of getting hurt doing them.
Nothing worse than getting to the crag and seeing climbing gym vans. 3 a crowd, 2 is perfect.
What an incredible kid. I’m sure this was really traumatizing, but he displayed maturity and bravery well beyond any 13-year-old I’ve ever met. I hope both of them are doing well.
I am speechless that both of them still climb! It would have been my last one for sure. Charlie is an amazing kid for what he did and how he behaved in this terrible situation.
Dad's an idiot .
As a climber, I used to read the yearly Accidents in N American Mountaineering. Many of the accidents (most involving at least one fatality) share a couple of common cause categories; attempting objectives beyond the team’s capabilities and/or level of preparedness being one of them. Preparedness includes physical, mental, and having appropriate gear. Overestimating one’s abilities is another. It seems minimum equipment for a team in such remote circumstances would include a Garmin InReach. It also seems somewhat...questionable?...to place a young man in such a circumstance. The kid’s a demonstrated mountaineer, though, who handled it when it needed to be handled. Good for him, and many successful adventures to him.
I agree with most of what's been said in the comments but at the same time what a totally reckless thing to do with your child. If Charlie hadn't made it out of there, no one would be calling anyone a hero.
Love is an unbreakable and powerful bond which goes beyond anything physically possible.
Charlie you are a rock star young man! You were truly courage under fire, and you saved you dad's life! Bravo!!!!!!!!
When you give love, you receive love, specially in situations when you mostly need it. So glad they still have each other. ❤
Absolutely!!
I started working at a young age and had danger at work all my life. Farming, Logging, Construction.
Kids are resilient and can accept responsibility but lack experience so you got to watch for them.
On the other hand, it blows my mind that people do this stuff for the " fun " of it.
J'ai pleuré en réalisant les épreuves, la question de vie ou de mort qui s'est posée pour ce petit gars, la grande générosité et l'immense amour qu'ils se portent l'un l'autre ! Ils possèdent tous les deux l'Âme du guerrier ! C'est une transmission qui s'est développée au travers de leur passion commune. Ce sont ces épreuves et une grande humilité qui ont fait de Charly ce Héro à peine âgé de 13 ans. Tellement reconnaissante à vous Outdoor Disasters de m'avoir raconté cette épopée qui me laisse un tel sentiment de joie pour ces deux-là 🥰
What a loving, courageous son David has! It really was a miracle at 13 to stay so calm and dedicated!!
Great Father’s Day story, this son was so brave and amazing 🎉
Re: Charlie/David accident, I don't know if this would have applied back in 2015... but, if you're going to be in the back country, carry a SPOT device or other similar brand of emergency satellite communication. That way you can get a signal out w/o having to hike 3 days to a Ranger station.
Charlie, David's little Angel on earth. What a story of love, bravery, and strength - on the part of father & son.
Good ending, but the take away I get from this is Dad should have had a satellite phone. I have hiked remotely and you NEVER know what is going to happen. When I started watching I did not expect him to survive. So glad it turned out the way it did.
Incredible… another story I have never heard of before, and an exceptional but also gripping narration! Damn I love this channel… Thatta boy Charlie, you knew who to turn to when you were out of answers, you stopped and you prayed…🙌👏💪💕
Thank you so much! So happy to have you along. Amen to that, he knew exactly who to turn to.
What a dude man. I have MS and that's nothing compared to this poor chap but I'm a wimp. It sure gives me a kick up the butt and shows there's so many people worse off than me.
What an incredible young man Charlie is. Hero. His parents, including his stepdad, should be very proud of the young man they raised.
That hurts me to hear that. What a horrific ordeal. It's a miracle they survived. Why would anyone take that risk without at least an SOS device?
His father was an idiot for taking such a chance with his young son. Unbelievably irresponsible.
@@MsAmique They're LDS, and don't need a rescue device when they wear their God approved special underwear.
@@paul9156cWhat?!?
@@annehedonia156 lds = latter day saints = mormons
@@annehedonia156 Yes, good Mormons wear all white, loose fitting underwear, sold to them by their church. A derogatory term they find offensive is "magic underwear". They probably would make good white flags to signal help, or surrender.
I'm so happy that this turned out that you all both survived! GOD WAS WITH YOU BOTH!!! AMEN. CharlIe,you are 'THE MAN!!!'
WOW I Can't believe this is a true story! Miracle. What an awful and horrific ordeal. Surprised he didn't bleed out! Heroic blessed brave son hope he's well today!
OMG! This story of their lives was absolutely amazing! This is a true testament to love of family! What an incredible story of dedication and love for the ones that mean the most in our lives! This story was amazing and so uplifting, thank you for this incredible story!
This was the most inspiring yet heartbreaking survival story I’ve ever heard. Thank you for sharing it with us ❤ What an unbelievable bond they must have.
As a man who rock climbs, i understand him taking his son and teaching him. His decision to go to that area was his mistake. There was a reason why first descents were all over the place. Obviously, the rock wasnt set everywhere.
At the first intro to the cirque, I think, "No climbing routes? Could it be a dangerous climbing area? Could the rock be unstable?" And then after the description of the accident, it is mentioned that they traversed a boulder field to reach the cliff to climb. I guess it's just me, but both of those are neon red flags: no established routes, lots of boulders. Too bad they didn't see them.
I don’t know if you’re aware of this but, I LOVE your channel and content!! Man, you do such great work. What a story. What a strong kiddo!
What an amazing spirit of fortitude, strength, bravery and love Charlie! Hero! Along with everyone else who helped!
He really is. Sad to hear David died recently of natural causes.
@@outdoordisasters awe..glad he had many more years with his son making memories. Rip.
It was so moving. I cried through the whole video.
I wish I had such connection with my father.
Years ago, not far from where I grew up, there was a kid two or three years younger than me who went with his dad up into the hills on a hike. They got caught in a storm, and a flash flood that washed out the trail. The both of them were killed. I heard that all they found of the boy was one of his light up sneakers. There is a memorial picnic area dedicated to them in that park from where the trail begins.
I went to the same elementary school as that kid, I was in 6th grade when it happened, he was in 3rd or 4th. That was Matt Henderson and his dad, may they rest in peace.
@@juliusquasar1565 _That_ was his name, thank you.
Being a father of 3 i cried at the end of this video god is good 👍🏾
Frightening story but if he was so experienced why no flares,special phones etc???A wonderful son..
This one made me cry and my heart just filled up for this courageous young man. God Bless!❤
You as well! Yes, definitely a great story. One of my favorites for sure.
What an epic story of the journey of father and son, and so well told. Charlie has grown into a handsome young man. Sadly his father David died in April of the year 2024 at age 60. May he Rest in Paradise, perhaps climbing rocks among the clouds.
Oh my god this is the first positive story i've listened to in months! lol, thank you.
I had to read the comments before watching all this episode, I wasn’t going to watch if anything happened to the kid, I’m depressed enough so I have to check these things. What an amazing little boy Charlie is, well done Charlie
What an incredible story im so glad they made it back, and what a great bond they’ll have for the rest of their lives, a beautiful story well told 👍🏼
Bailey, don’t be depressed. Do like Charlie did and pray before you do anything. See what an amazing miracle happened. A marathon runner because it was an emergency. Pray to God for a remedy for your life.God bless you. ❤Love from New Zealand.
Super smart to go with a 13 year old into the wilderness, climbing with NO SATELLITE PHONE
What do you think people did before? Very judgemental comment
David taught Charlie well! Charlie is so awesome, the kind of young person we need more of! That's a beautiful story.
His son Charlie is a hero!❤
It's one thing to put yourself in danger but the father took foolhardy risks with his sons' safety. No matter how skilled he was, the boy just didnt have the physical strength of an adult. Hopefully the father learned from the experience.
Yeah glad son didn't freeze up from climbing so high..
My dad was an outdoorsman who was very reckless with his own safety. And then also with mine and that of my sister. He got us into very hairy situations, and VERY nearly got her killed once, in a canoe accident. By some incredible stroke of luck some other people happened along, and they saw that Dad and Susan needed saving.
I don't think he learned from it, but my sister did. And she became old enough to do as I did, and say that she didn't feel like going when his idea was a crazy one. I was always sorry I hadn't known about that accident until years later, or I would have told him that he was too reckless. I'm sure my mum did tell him, but he wouldn't have cared about that. Despite his terribly bad luck in life, it never occurred to him that he was bringing it on himself, and that maybe he should have been more careful. But I sure love and miss him. RIP Emmett. ❤❤❤
Notice how the young man never lost faith and when he needed it the most, help arrived, way to go, what a brave young man!
What an amazing story of love and resilience. Love your channel. Great story of courage and triumph. Thanks for your work and greetings from Sydney Australia.
Thank you so much!
I kept waiting to hear David was decapitated but Charlie stitched it back on and told his dad to keep on going😂😂 this was an amazing story. Well Charlie did do a great job, David deserves a whole lot of praise himself. As someone who has broken a hip when I was not near anyone, I can tell you the pain of walking just a few feet is incredible. I had to walk about 30-45 ft, and it took me an hour. The fact that he was able to walk through a Boulder field is simply amazing.
What an incredible story! Your voice and the way you tell these makes you a natural for this- I always look forward to your videos! I live not too far from this area in Idaho and while I"ve not been there myself, I've heard many stories about the ruggedness of the Frank.
Thank you also for including tips to stay safer at the end,
Why anyone wouldn't carry a satellite emergency beacon in this day and age is beyond me.
I spent less than a hundred dollars for mine and pay the monthly $12 fee, and my outdoor adventures are nowhere near as challenging as those described in these videos. The cost is low and the weight is negligible. How much would you be willing to spend on one if you found yourself dangling on a rope a thousand feet above the ground?
Exactly, how much is your life worth to you?
Please tell me which brand and model of beacon you bought. I cannot find an affordable one.
Zoleo seems to be the most affordable and easy to use for me that is
ALWAYS carry a satellite emergency beacon!!
What a great story for Father’s Day! So glad this turned out well
That father is lucky to have such an extraordinary son not many could do what he did at his age. Charlie your true hero God bless you 🙏
Amazing story!
Having climbed myself, and teaching my son to experience such aspect of life; my heart goes out to the pair!
May healing all damage done that day be yours!
🙏 May Light, LOVE, and LIFE bless you forever more!!!🙏
I had to pat my heart and tears came several times during this story: amazing the strength demonstrated!
AMEN 🙏
Making your child take part in a sport known for fatalities- amongst seasoned climbers. A boy has no free will and would never risk disapproval from his father. Men who have something to prove all the time are children. Only a child isn't fearful of high risk whose reward is purely symbolic. At around 18, our brains rewire out of that phase if we're maturing at a normal rate.
Again...another "I'm on the edge of my seat" story from OD! It's like you are right there with the people in the story! I need my dose everyday!!! Thanks for making these videos!
Thank you for watching! I love that you say you're right there with these people. Because I feel the same as well. I enter their world for a few days when I'm producing these videos and it's sad when I have to leave it behind. Such fascinating stories.
Well done Charlie ! Massive Respect young man ! 👍🙏🏴
Wow ,what a story.Good thing you were prepared.Your son being brave enough to step out and go for help .
The best son ever! So brave! God bless this kid ❤️
I appreciate the advice you always give at the end of your videos.
I appreciate that!
Sometimes I feel so sad that these things happen and sometimes I feel so angry that people put themselves in such situations that they lose their lives and cause others to lose their lives. I guess I don’t believe in mountain climbing or jumping out of planes unless your military. Edit: I’m so very happy they made it out and lived a happy life.
What an amazing story. I'm so glad it had a happy ending. God bless Charlie, what a courageous young man.
Wow, this video may be my favorite 1 from Outdoor Disaster’s! Thank you for creating and sharing
What a courageous, brave young man! Well told epic as always, Outdoor Disasters! Keep em coming!
Your videos are among the best on RUclips. Thank you for the great care you take to provide great entertainment and good survival tips!
Thank you very much for the kind words!
Phew, I needed a happy ending to one of these, thanks!
Wow. Well done Charlie. Well done.
I always look forward to listening to you. Thanks for sharing these sad but fascinating stories.
This channel is gold
🙏🙏🙏
Thank God, and God bless these two. God really was there for both of you. So much courage for a 13 year old boy. He's going to be a great man, with a very big heart. 🏔️ 🙏
So when people don’t survive then god isn’t with them?
Wow. These two men are so lucky to be alive!
This should be made into a movie. I am always amazed that people can go back to an activity that nearly killed them or where they witnessed tragedy-I couldnt do it. Well, ok I guess in a way I did that-many years ago I was in a bad car accident that could have killed me as I broke my neck but ever since then I dont like driving and never feel safe in a car. I know if I experienced a fall while climbing I would not climb again.
I always watch your videos but this one is very touching. It made me cry. I’m so glad they were rescued.
Thank you! This actually made me cry producing it so I know the feeling.
I absolutely love your narrating. Your voice is very calming. Your story telling is so good. Thank you
Thank you so much!
Outdoor adventures are a great thing to introduce your kids to. Creating a love of the outdoors is great parenting. What isn’t great parenting is taking too much risk. You’ll never have no risk but as a parent you put the child’s safety above your own wants.
Charlie is so well spoken!
What a brave boy! He was put through a big life and death event. I'm sure he learned from this and will become someone who will help people in the future. He has shown strength and love to his Dad. The Dad was very lucky to have him. ❤❤❤thank you for this wonderful story ❤️ 💖.
What an amazing story. I'm glad they both survived this ordeal and Charlie is such an amazing person. I hope he does well the rest of his life.
What a brave boy ! 👍🏻
Sure is!
Very powerful story. So happy David survived but also that he taught his son how to use common sense. Charlie was very brave Glad he went on thanks for sharing
This story makes me so sad as a parent. I can’t imagine 😭
Terrific story so well described and some very important safety issues highlighted. It's amazing that Charlie had the mindset and ability to get his father down that mountain.
Wow what a story. Very happy both are well and got through the ordeal.
Happy Father’s Day !! To David and all the Fathers watching this 🌹
I take my son golfing and the only stress i have is that at 15 years old he towers over me and hits the ball far further than i can , fortunately in the wrong direction, my dad used to take me and my sister climbing and i was scared to death most of the time but didnt want to disappoint him , so i understand the dad wanting to share his love of his sport, but ive learned to leave my kids to do what they love not what 🎉do
That's caring & mature parenting - physically and mentally. Congratulations to your son to have such parents.
Charlie is quite the lad! Astounding child. Well done
Pressure makes diamonds. Charlie truly is a Diamond what a story this was.
That kid is so good, IM Proud OF HIM! And he ain't even my kid! Amazing story. If I could say one thing though. With the talent that kid has of not panicking in multiple panic situations, he should be in a rescue service job.. maybe coast guard or something.
the boy a complete hero, the father irresponsible, is his son he endangered, there a multiple outdoor activities to share, thanks God Charlie is so mature, it's not just about having fun it's also respecting other people lives
Such a brave kid, and a hero to his dad