Just One Obstacle
Crucially, the fishermen noticed that the mother bear was actually not so far away. Although she left her cubs to fend for themselves, the fishermen pondered if the mother would come save them. They worried if they tried to help the cubs, the mother bear may attack them. Thus, they hesitated a bit.
Acting Fast
They watched the mother bear until they determined she was a safe distance from them. Then they devised a rescue plan, but not without anxiety. Would they be able to really save them? What do you even do with bear cubs once they were rescued? However, time was running out and it was crucial they act now.