Grizzly Creek Films announces landmark new television series: “Expedition Wild” airing on Nat Geo Wild Channel and streaming online via Hulu.
Mar 29 2010
Brutus goes for his Pinata on his eighth birthday.
(Bozeman, Montana, U.S.A., 29 March 2010) Film production company Grizzly Creek Films announces the primetime television debut of the international seven-part series “Expedition Wild” featuring Casey Anderson on the Nat Geo Wild channel beginning with “Expedition Grizzly” slated for air March 29th. Additionally, the first episode in the series, “Expedition Grizzly” is live streaming online via Hulu at http://www.hulu.com/expedition-wild.
This groundbreaking seven-hour series showcases wildlife expert Casey Anderson and his charismatic animal companions on an innovative and action-packed odyssey through North America’s diverse and impressive wild places - revealing a rare glimpse of the beauty and complexity of the natural world from the inside out.
The series kicks off on March 29th with “Expedition Grizzly” (re-airs April 3rd, 4th, 24th, 25th). Join Casey Anderson, a naturalist whose life has been defined by the grizzly bear, together with his best friend Brutus, a nine-hundred pound grizzly that Casey raised from birth, in the wildest corner of the American West for an epic story of the Yellowstone grizzly in its natural ecosystem.
The bear lineup at Brooks Falls, Alaska.
Next, on April 5th, “Project Kodiak” (re-airs April 10th, 11th). We set out with Casey Anderson on a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to the “bear paradise” of Alaska’s Katmai National Park and Kodiak Island where he learns the remarkable techniques and mind-blowing fishing strategies that he will teach to his best friend Brutus, a nine-hundred pound grizzly bear, in his backyard in Montana.
Then, on April 12th, “Yellowstone Winter” (re-airs April 17th, 18th). With the brutal extremes of winter looming, Casey Anderson treks deep into Yellowstone’s wild backcountry, braving severe cold, freak snowstorms, and dangerous animal encounters to witness the drama that unfolds as the seasons change and animals fight to survive.
Casey Anderson in the Yellowstone backcountry.
Finally this spring, on April 26th “Grizzly Encounters” is the saga of a bear becoming a star, an animal trainer following his dreams, and an entertaining educational mission to make the world a better place for all animals – both wild and tame.
For specific local airtimes, refer to the schedule at: http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/wild/tv-schedule
Brutus on a sunny winter day at Montana Grizzly Encounter.
Grizzly Creek Films is also in production on three additional episodes of “Expedition Wild” slated for air in fall 2010 on Nat Geo Wild:
“Project Wolf” – Casey takes an up-close and high-intensity look at Yellowstone’s wolves in the depths of winter, revealing their unique behavioral and anatomical features and explaining the effects of the 15-year old wolf reintroduction program on the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
“Yellowstone Spring Trek” – Along with the spring thaw, Casey Anderson arrives back in the remote heart of Yellowstone just as grizzlies emerge from their dens, rivers surge with snowmelt, and a host of diverse wildlife returns to the stage for a season of new beginnings, wild adventures, and breathtaking natural wonders.
“Living in Bear Country” – From bear attacks to the “re-wilding” of the high plains, Casey Anderson ventures into Montana’s bear country to hear from the people who cross paths with grizzlies on an everyday basis. Dramatic re-enactment footage and spectacular natural history scenes reveal a species caught between fear, reverence, and misunderstanding.
About “Expedition Wild” Host Casey Anderson and Brutus the Bear
Casey Anderson is a fifth generation Montanan who was born and raised in Helena, Montana. He has been involved in film and television production for over 14 years. As a wildlife naturalist, host, actor, and animal trainer, Casey has worked on numerous feature films, television wildlife documentaries, and non-profit educational programs. Casey is the trainer and best friend of Brutus the Bear and the owner and operator of the Montana Grizzly Encounter in Bozeman, Montana.
Brutus the Bear has worked for over nine years alongside trainer and pal Casey Anderson on acclaimed feature films, television shows, educational programs, and commercials. Casey adopted Brutus at birth and built him his current home at the Montana Grizzly Encounter in Bozeman, Montana. When not at work helping to protect and educate the public about grizzly bear conservation, Brutus enjoys wrestling in the grass, hearty pieces of salmon, and a good scratch behind the ears.
About Grizzly Creek Films
Bozeman, Montana based Grizzly Creek Films specializes in media creation that marries compelling storytelling, dynamic characters, and stunning imagery. Most of all, we have a knack for guiding audiences on new adventures filled with authentic emotion, breathtaking action, and spontaneous fun.
Website: http://www.grizzlycreekfilms.com/
Contact: info@grizzlycreekfilms.com
Expedition Wild Featuring Casey Anderson is produced by Grizzly Creek Films, LLC for National Geographic Wild Channel. Presenter is Casey Anderson. Executive producers are Leslie M. Gaines, Mailande Becker Holland and Thomas Winston. For National Geographic Channel, executive producer is Michael Welsh; senior vice president, special programming, is Michael Cascio; and executive vice president of content is Steve Burns.
About Nat Geo Wild
Experience the best, most intimate encounters with wildlife ever seen on television. Backed by its unparalleled reputation for quality and blue-chip programming, Nat Geo Wild brings viewers documentaries entirely focused on the animal kingdom and the worlds they inhabit. From the most remote environments, to the forbidding depths of our oceans, to the protected parks in our backyards, National Geographic Wild uses spectacular cinematography and spellbinding storytelling to take viewers on unforgettable journeys into the wild world.
Media Team
Eric Bendick, Writer/Producer, Grizzly Creek Films, e info@grizzlycreekfilms.com
Anne Devereux, Producer, Grizzly Creek Films, e info@grizzlycreekfilms.com
