Has anyone seen this movie?

[gparker]

When I was a kid, about 40 years ago, I saw a movie that has stuck in my mind ever since. I actually don't remember a whole lot about the movie because I was so young when I saw it. However, the parts I do remember have helped to form my love for the outdoors and for airstreaming.
The movie was about two bear cubs that found their way into a mountain resort on a lake, where they wreaked havoc. As a young kid, I remember laughing my rear end off as the cubs tore through the kitchen in the lodge, with pots and pans flying, flour clouding the air, etc. Another part I remember had to do with a man in a motor boat on the mountain lake. I think the guy fell out of the boat when he discovered the cubs were in the boat with him and the cubs went for a wild ride.
So what does this have to do with camping and airstreams? Well, at that time we lived in flat, desolate West Texas. Seeing those beautiful snow-capped mountains, sparkling lakes with fly fishermen wearing bright red plaid flannel shirts dotting the shore, and log cabin style lodges nestled among towering fir trees really made me long for travel and the outdoor lifestyle.
As an adult, I still love the outdoors. Now, I have children of my own who are getting to be old enough to appreciate camping, and I would love for them to see that old movie in its Technicolor glory. Sorry I can't help with more details. One other thing-- I don't remember any dialogue-only a narrator describing the cubs antics.
Please put your heads together and let's come up with a name for the movie. I am sure your kids would enjoy it too if we can track it down.
Thanks, Greg

[Jim & Susan]

Sounds like an old Disney episode from the '60's. Who was that guy that used to narrate those things? Rex somethng?

Jim

ON Edit: How about Rex Allen, he used to narrate a lot of Wonderful World of Disney stuff (on Sunday evenings?). I remember one episode he did about a mountain lion and similar antics you are describing.

[bigeasy63]

Like you...I remember the movie,but can't remember the name. I'll try to find it.
I have to admit, the movie RV w/ Robin Williams was hilarious. Its a good family movie too!

[Minnie's Mate]

Jim, you are correct, it was a Disney movie. On edit. It was "The Keystone Cubs" narrated by Rex Allen and was set in Yellowstone. It was produced in 1963 as a featurette and shown on The Wonderful World of Disney in 1965. It was very popular. I thought the flour in the kitchen scene and driving the boat scene were hilarious!

Had to check some reference material. Sorry it took so long to get back and edit this post.

[Airhog1]

Here's you a complete list through 1980 to choose from...

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• Treasure Island (1950)
• The Story of Robin Hood (1952)
• Peter Pan (1952)
• The Sword and the Rose (1953)
• Rob Roy, the Highland Rogue (1954)
• 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954)
• The Littlest Outlaw (1955)
• Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (1955)
• The Great Locomotive Chase (1956)
• Davy Crockett and the River Pirates (1956)
• Westward Ho, the Wagons (1956)
• Johnny Tremain (1957)
• Old Yeller (1957)
• The Light in the Forest (1958)
• White Wilderness (1958)
• Tonka (1958)
• Darby O'Gill and the Little People (1959)
• The Shaggy Dog (1959)
• Third Man on the Mountain (1959)
• Pollyanna (1960)
• Toby Tyler (1960)
• Kidnapped (1960)
• The Sign of Zorro (1960)
• Ten Who Dared (1960)
• Jungle Cat (1960)
• Swiss Family Robinson (1960)
• The Parent Trap (1961)
• Babes in Toyland (1961)
• The Absent-Minded Professor (1961)
• Big Red (1962)
• Moon Pilot (1962)
• In Search Of The Castaways (1962)
• Almost Angels (1962)
• Son of Flubber (1963)
• Summer Magic (1963)
• The Incredible Journey (1963)
• Mary Poppins (1964)
• The Misadventures of Merlin Jones (1964)
• That Darn Cat! (1965)
• Those Calloways (1965)
• The Monkey's Uncle (1965)
• Follow Me, Boys! (1966)
• The Happiest Millionaire (1967)
• The Gnome-Mobile (1967)
• Blackbeard's Ghost (1968)
• The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band (1968)
• The Love Bug (1969)
• The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1970)
• The Boatniks (1970)
• Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971)
• The World's Greatest Athlete (1973)
• Herbie Rides Again (1974)
• One Of Our Dinosaurs Is Missing (1975))
• Escape to Witch Mountain (1975)
• The Apple Dumpling Gang (1975)
• Gus (1976)
• Freaky Friday (1976)
• Pete's Dragon (1977)
• Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo (1977)
• Candleshoe (1978)
• The Cat from Outer Space (1978)
• The Black Hole (1979) (first Disney movie rated PG)
• The North Avenue Irregulars (1979)
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[Jim & Susan]

Well, if it is Disney, Minnie's Mate will find it! Looks like you came to the right place Greg.

Jim

[Minnie's Mate]

So many post while I was editing my first post. See above.

[Jim & Susan]

So, now the question is, how do we get a copy of that episode? Tom, any ideas?

Jim

[azflycaster]

I think the episode you want is part of this dvd...
Amazon.com: The Wonderful World of Disney- The Yellowstone Cubs plus Flash, The Teen-Age Otter: Video

[azflycaster]

Correction - I think it's a VHS tape......

[gparker]

Wow, how great is it that we have this forum to discuss things from trailers to movies! Thanks so much for the quick responses. Now that I know the name and even who made it, I am sure I will get a copy in no time. I will let everyone know if it lives up to my old memories, and if the kids like it. (I am sure they will.) Anyone know of other similar movies or books that had to do with camping and the outdoors? How about a "Little Golden Book" called Tommy's Camping Adventure ? It was about a little boy trying to find a job he could do while camping with his family. Another great childhood memory.
Greg

[Minnie's Mate]

Originally Posted by azflycaster

I think the episode you want is part of this dvd...
Amazon.com: The Wonderful World of Disney- The Yellowstone Cubs plus Flash, The Teen-Age Otter: Video

I found the information on the Disney movie page of the Disney web site. They have a tendency to have higher prices than you can find on Amazon or Overstock.com. There are also a lot of other websites that have movies at discount prices. Usually, I am willing to invest time and google the title of a movie, or anything else, I am going to buy on-line and go down the list 'till I find the lowest price. However, something like this movie is often so rare that there are only a handful of places other than Disney that has them. But, Amazon is usually one of them.

[gparker]

MInnie's Mate,
Thanks for your help. I just ordered a copy from Amazon last night. Can't wait to get it. I will let you know how the kids like it!
Greg

[Aria]

I repeat. If you want to KNOW...ask airforums. GREAT.