Incident Overview
The pilot of a tailwheel-equipped airplane reported that during a flight at 400 feet above ground level, he observed two bears in a swamp. As he initiated a left turn to view the animals, the nose of the aircraft dropped abruptly, and the airplane began a vertical descent.
Stall and Impact
The pilot attempted to recover from the ensuing aerodynamic stall, but the airplane impacted terrain before full recovery could be achieved. The impact resulted in substantial damage to both wings and the fuselage.
Pilot Report
The pilot stated that there were no preaccident mechanical anomalies with the airplane. No further details regarding injuries or other circumstances were provided.
Investigation
The mishap was attributed to the stall induced by the pilot's maneuver. No probable cause was officially determined in the available source.