I find it most interesting that the bear was shot 11 times with a semi-automatic handgun (no doubt a .45) until it died.  Why stand backup with .12 gauge shotguns?  Guess when the shit hits the fan, my favorite .45 ain't such a bad utensil afterall.  
  
My thoughts on Treadwell...well, ya play with fire..... 
  
Check out  this link for more on Treadwell and his death wish. 
  
  RIP