For those who dare to live differently, who see the world as an endless playground of possibility—this is your invitation. Step out. Explore. Live.

In our Stoke Spirit Stories, we seek out individuals who don't just live life but embrace it with an unbridled spirit, where every meal is a story and every moment is an adventure.

Imagine standing inches away from an 800-pound predator, armed with nothing but your hands and decades of experience. For our ambassador Gus Batista (a.k.a. ONEBEAR), this isn't a daring stunt—it's just another day at work. A Wildlife Officer, alligator wrestler, and off-grid boating enthusiast, Gus has transformed danger into a way of life, embodying the raw essence of adventure that pushes beyond conventional boundaries.

——from his happy wife Kristy

Gus' journey began in the world of cowboys, riding wild horses and working rodeos. His humble beginnings were marked by a spirit that refused to be constrained by limitations. Financial challenges forced him to pivot, taking jobs on cell towers and in sporting goods stores. Even with a fear of heights, Gus persevered. He became a living testament that courage isn't about the absence of fear but the willingness to push through it.

A twist of fate came through an unlikely part-time job advertisement for an alligator wrestler. What might have seemed absurd to others became his calling. His first wrestling gig wasn't just a job; it was the key that unlocked a lifetime of adventure. It proved that passion often finds us in the most unexpected moments.

"No tools, just hands-on methods to assure the safety of the alligator when it's captured and taken to their new home. I do not destroy these amazing creatures. A safe home is always provided for the rest of their lives. Gator Strong, my friends."

As a Wildlife Officer in the Florida Everglades, Gus' career blends danger with purpose. His work relocating nuisance gators and venomous snakes transcends mere survival. It is an intricate dance of education and conservation. The bear attack that earned him the nickname "Onebear" stands as a defining moment. It was a brutal encounter where he was mauled, receiving bites to the head and body, with nasty claw marks and internal bruising.

Beyond his roles as Wildlife Officer, alligator wrestler, professional fisherman, and cigar enthusiast, Gus has become an off-grid boating enthusiast. He explains: "The restrictions and confinements that were brought about by COVID didn’t exist on the water. So more and more people were drawn to off-grid boating, particularly because of the options to stay longer out on the water without the headaches of boat ramp restrictions and drama."

Since the pandemic, you can see the extensive boating life they showcase on their channel and the people and activities they encounter during their life at sea in Florida.

For 2Bears, stocking up on propane is no longer sufficient to handle the complexities of life on a boat, which is why our products, as an extra bonus and different option, have become an indispensable part of their boating life.