Life Below Zero

Épisode 1 - End of the Road

19 mai 2013

Six people separated by hundreds of miles, all joined by the common cause of surviving the winter in the Alaskan bush. In Noorvik, Chip races to set whitefish nets on thin ice for the last catch of the season. Fishing on the frozen river is deadly, but it's vital to haul enough fish to last through the winter. Andy tests the safety of the river surrounding his house that he uses as a link to the outside world. Without this winter lifeline, he is trapped and isolated.

Épisode 2 - Hunt, Barter and Steal

26 mai 2013 - 5/5

After being away for several months due to an injury, Sue is finally on her way to her home at the Kavik River Camp. Though she thinks bears may have taken up residence there, she discovers a bigger surprise: thieves have robbed her fuel supply. If she runs out before weather makes a delivery possible, she'll freeze. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes can't access their hunting grounds until their river freezes, forcing them to rely on bartering the supplies they have for the essential items they lack.

Épisode 3 - Winter's Edge

2 juin 2013

Winter is coming fast and six Alaskans living in the remote corners of the state are in a rush to prepare for the hard months ahead. Alone at the Kavik River Camp, a blizzard descends on Sue's camp as she sets up “hand lines” between her most critical buildings so she can find them in whiteout conditions. She also prepares firearms in case of a wildlife attack. In Wiseman, Erik tends to two critical tasks: collecting water and wood. If he's unsuccessful, he'll face trouble very quickly.

Épisode 4 - Wolf at the Door

9 juin 2013

Mechanical breakdowns and invading predators threaten the lives of six people as they try to survive the dark and cold winter in Alaska. In Kavik, a familiar sound startles Sue. She soon realizes that a deadly wolf has approached her cabin. Nineteen miles north of the Arctic Circle, Chip's snow machine breaks down, threatening his own survival since without it he cannot fish, hunt or trade. In Wiseman, Erik hunts for lynx fur to earn money but the beast outsmarts him every time.

Épisode 5 - Blood, Sweat and Fear

16 juin 2013

In Kavik, nearly 200 miles north of the Arctic Circle, Sue is becoming dangerously low on fuel. With only a seven-day supply left, she calls in for an air delivery, but mechanical trouble with the plane fleet and another impending winter storm leave her holding her breath that they'll be able to deliver before she freezes. In Wiseman, Erik is in a match of wits with a clever wolf that keeps stealing bait from his traps.

Épisode 6 - There Be Monsters

23 juin 2013

This week's episode of Life Below Zero puts the spotlight on couples. Kate joins Andy out in the wilderness for a challenging day of collecting lumber for their homestead. After a day filled with frustrations, Andy surprises Kate with a quick getaway to celebrate her birthday. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes are working together on a major hunt that could determine their livelihood for the coming year. They'll use the tactics of Agnes' Inupiat ancestors in hopes of getting a leg up.

Épisode 7 - Cold, Dark and Alone

30 juin 2013

During winter in the corners of Alaska, every day can be fraught with challenges. Sue sees few hunting opportunities this time of year in Kavik, but after a group of ptarmigan birds takes up residence in her yard, her mouth is watering for a special meal … if she can just get her aim on target. While out setting traps, Erik crashes his snow machine. With no part stores within a hundred miles, he must make an unscheduled trip to Fairbanks for repairs, leaving his trap lines to go unchecked.

Épisode 8 - Checkmate

7 juillet 2013

Sue encounters a predator outside her tent; Andy buys a new sawmill and must tow it home despite dangerous snowdrifts on the Taylor Highway.

Épisode 9 - The Chase

14 juillet 2013

Chip and Agnes track a wolf for its fur; Sue hunts for a moose; Kate and Andy prepare for a doomsday scenario.

Épisode 10 - Hell and High Water

21 juillet 2013

Sue travels to Fairbanks to buy her Kavik River Camp; Andy and Kate move their dogs to a safe location before an ice breakup; Erik preps for grizzly-hunting season by renting out his property.

Épisode 1 - Hunt or Be Hunted

29 octobre 2013

As winter ends, Andy and Kate must deal with wildlife waking from hibernation, while Chip and Agnes attempt to catch valuable beavers and river rats.

Épisode 2 - The Meltdown

5 novembre 2013

As the snow continues to melt, Sue finds her runway in danger of being flooded. Meanwhile, Glenn decides to change his hunting tactics.

Épisode 3 - The Mess of Success

12 novembre 2013

Sue worries that a lost water filter and a missing food shipment may impede her business. Also, Andy and Kate work on constructing a greenhouse.

Épisode 4 - Hungry Country

19 novembre 2013

In Chandalar, Glenn is running perilously low on food. His only option is to take to the waters and fish, but vicious mosquitos, and fish that aren't taking the bait, make it a bigger hassle than expected. Sue is startled by a strange shadow on the horizon, but after heading into the tundra to investigate, she finds nothing. Determined not to have let her efforts go to waste, she heads to a nearby coal seam to try and gather some of the "black gold".

Épisode 5 - No Time To Lose

26 novembre 2013

Sue attempts to hunt caribou to fill her food supplies before winter; Andy tries fishing with a net, which can be more dangerous to operate than his fish wheel.

Épisode 6 - Long Road Home

3 décembre 2013

A lack of food forces Glenn to embark on a long journey back to civilization, while the Hailstone family begins a trek to Agnes's family camp.

Épisode 1 - Winter's Warning

17 avril 2014

It's been six years since Sue Aikens was attacked by a grizzly bear, and now it's time for her to face her fears and take on the challenge. She heads into the tundra, and after spotting a grizzly in the distance, takes aim. In Eagle, Andy and Kate Bassich have just fed the last of their fish to their sled dogs. Chip and Agnes Hailstone's whitefishing in Noorvik is being disrupted by a late freeze. And Erik Salitan returns this season, having just finished the guiding season a southern village.

Épisode 2 - Deadly Grounds

24 avril 2014

Erik Salitan is ready to subsistence hunt, and on Kodiak Island he has the opportunity to go after the elusive mountain goat. Andy Bassich in Eagle is hoping that a single $2 homemade bullet will bring home a moose, and meat for the year. In Kavik, a storm brings an unexpected opportunity to Sue Aikens as it forces a herd of caribou close to her camp. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes Hailstone are anxious to prepare for a winter of nomadic hunting and trapping.

Épisode 3 - Dark Times Ahead

1 mai 2014

Chip and Agnes are ready to embark on an autumn moose hunt. For Sue, the approaching winter means that she has only a few days to make sure her camp and business are completely closed. In Eagle, early snowfall has left Andy and Kate concerned that winter will come sooner rather than later. Andy decides it's time to hit a nearby pond to see if he can catch a beaver. Erik Salitan has ordered powerful new traps with the hopes of catching a valuable fox — if he can set the traps safely.

Épisode 4 - Calling the Wild

8 mai 2014

Andy discovers the river isn't going to freeze solid in front of his homestead. He must cut a trail through dense forest to cross the river safely and get to his hunting grounds. Sue needs 4,000 gallons of fuel delivered to see her through to next spring, and a storm is threatening to hit before deliveries can get in. Erik needs his bad trapping season to turn around, as the furs he collects are vital to his income. Chip and Agnes are behind on their meat stockpiling ahead of dark winter.

Épisode 5 - Fire and Ice

15 mai 2014

To make ends meet, Andy and Kate teach subsistence and survival skills, and Cody Allen has ventured into the bush from Oregon to learn how to live off the land from the experts. In Kavik, Sue preps her weapon arsenal as bears are still roaming the tundra, hungry for food. In Wiseman, Erik must prepare for the meat he will bring in from his upcoming hunting trips. In Noorvik, the Hailstones need essential seal oil. Agnes and two of her children must fly to a nearby village for a seal hunt.

Épisode 6 - Thin Ice

22 mai 2014

A warm-up has swept through the Arctic, leaving the camps scrambling to prepare for what lies ahead. In Eagle, newcomer Cody Allen hopes to learn the intricacies of dog mushing & the lessons have only just begun. In Kavik, the warm weather has Sue on high alert. Her fears that the warm weather is bringing predators closer to her camp are realized when she scouts Kavik from a plane & spots a group of polar bears not far from her land. For Chip & Agnes Hailstone, the warm-up has delayed the thickening of the Kobuk River ice, making fishing impossible. Until the ice is thick enough to bear the weight of their large net, they will be without their fish & their winter trade currency.

Épisode 7 - Return to the Wild

29 mai 2014

Glenn is back, returning to his remote camp after months away. With grizzlies active in the area, he doesn't know what he'll be walking into. In Eagle, Andy and Kate's apprentice, Cody, wakes in the middle of the night to an extinguished fire. He manages to chop wood in the dead of night to get another fire going before frostbite sets in. In Kavik, Sue slips and falls hard. Combined with lingering pain from previous injuries, she's worried about being incapacitated during this vital time.

Épisode 8 - No Mercy

5 juin 2014

Sue is locking down camp in Kavik and heading to Deadhorse, the nearest town, to pick up a new eight-wheel all-terrain vehicle. Cody is considering a full-time life in Alaska, but he needs help from his hosts, Andy and Kate, to learn how to earn an income. In Noorvik, the price of stove oil is high, so Chip decides to forgo the oil for chopped firewood. Glenn has been melting snow for drinking water, but he'll need a larger supply to meet his most basic needs, like bathing.

Épisode 9 - Breaking Point

12 juin 2014

After a short flight to Deadhorse to pick up her new all-terrain vehicle, Sue begins the 85-mile unpredictable journey through the Alaskan tundra back home to Kavik. In Eagle, Kate and Andy's apprentice, Cody, faces his final test as he heads out to spend a night alone in the Arctic wilderness. Chip and Agnes's daughter Carol goes out with her parents to learn how to set a fur trap. Isolated in the Brooks Range, Glenn sets out to make a fire kit to help keep his fires going all winter long.

Épisode 10 - Search and Rescue

19 juin 2014

Chip is planning to go hunting with his son Jon, but when Jon still hasn't arrived hours after their departure time, the family becomes concerned. The unpredictable weather in Kavik threatens Sue's ability to gather basic resources essential to her survival. In Eagle, Andy and Kate begin training new lead dogs to take over for the aging Iceberg, the current veteran lead. The bears in Chandalar will wake from hibernation, so Glenn prepares an emergency shelter should the bears destroy his cabin.

Épisode 11 - The Howling

26 juin 2014

n Kavik, a looming snowstorm threatens Sue's camp. The last storm buried her food tent under 17 feet of snow, and the additional snow could crush it. Andy and Kate find that a large chunk of ice has broken free from the shore, leaving Andy scrambling to get supplies before the whole river breaks up. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes prepare for their annual light winter hunting trip. A howling wolf wakes Glenn in Chandalar. He sets off in pursuit of the predator in hopes he'll find a bigger prize.

Épisode 12 - Dark Winter's End

3 juillet 2014

The end of winter is quickly approaching. Chip and Agnes have one last chance to harvest caribou until late summer. If they succeed, they will have meat for food and trade for months. Sue stumbles upon a mysterious object in the tundra, and fears for a potential encounter with a predator. Glenn is on the hunt for food and fur, and the wolf tracks he spots remind him there is more than one hunter in Chandalar. Andy sets out to collect wood before the rising temperatures melt away his snow trails.

Épisode 13 - Independent by Nature

2 novembre 2014

Alaskans living in remote corners of the Arctic fight to maintain an independent lifestyle through self-reliant ingenuity, innovation, resourcefulness, and knowledge.

Épisode 1 - The Awakening

4 novembre 2014

Chip and Agnes teach their daughters how to live off the land; Sue has three months to make a profit off her camp for the year; Andy and Kate deal with seasonal flooding; and Glenn is on the hunt for food.

Épisode 2 - The Waiting Game

11 novembre 2014

Sue searches for new sources of food when caribou cannot be found; outdoor guides man Eric Salitan prepares for his busy season; the Bassichs tend to their garden; and the Hailstones trek to Kiwalik to wait out the thaw.

Épisode 3 - Opportunity Knocks

18 novembre 2014

Living in the brutal Arctic terrain, Alaskans know that when opportunity presents itself, there is no time to hesitate.

Épisode 4 - The Harvest

25 novembre 2014

As summer draws near, unpredictable weather is shaking up life in Alaska. For Sue Aikens, summer is the time to gather food in preparation for the winter months. But when caribou are scarce, Sue is forced to explore other options and try her hand at fishing.

Épisode 5 - Sink or Swim

2 décembre 2014

With the freeze quickly approaching, the race to prepare and stock up on food has Alaskans on edge.

Épisode 6 - Ticking Clock

9 décembre 2014

With winter on its way, Alaskans battle the clock to stockpile everything they will need to survive the coming months.

Épisode 7 - Last Minute Push

16 décembre 2014

Sue powers down her camp when a generator breaks; Andy and Kate prepare their cabin for the winter season; the Hailstone family encounter equipment issues while fishing for salmon; Eric and his new wife Martha go bird hunting.

Épisode 8 - End of Days

23 décembre 2014

Summer is drawing to a quick close, and the Alaskan winter lurks right around the corner. Before the tundra freezes over and the herds become scarce, Sue Aikens has limited time to hunt enough caribou to sustain herself for the harsh winter ahead.

Épisode 1 - Ready or Not

9 avril 2015

Fall season in the Arctic means the final preparation is in full swing for the long winter months ahead. In Kavik, Sue sets off on a quest for food to survive the coming freeze. In Eagle, Andy and Kate race to get their fish wheel turning before the chum salmon run hits. With their annual caribou hunt on the horizon, the Hailstones build a cache to store their meat for the season. And in Chandalar, Glenn sets out on the most critical hunt of his year as he hopes to harvest a moose that will yield nearly six months’ worth of meat.

Épisode 2 - Armed for Winter

16 avril 2015

With winter around the corner, Alaskans prepare themselves for the onslaught. In Noorvik, the Hailstone family goes caribou hunting to put up meat for the winter. In Kavik, a bear poses a threat to clients at Sue’s camp. In Eagle, Andy repairs the fish wheel to protect the dogs’ food supply. And in Chandalar, Glenn must haul a felled moose over land and water to get it back to the safety of his camp.

Épisode 3 - Out of Control

23 avril 2015

With seasons changing and the transition from fall to winter, Alaskans are preparing for the winter months. In Eagle, Andy hunts for elusive moose, as he and Kate need to replenish their red meat supply for the coming winter. In Kavik, Sue seals up camp and heads to Fairbanks for a foot procedure. With Tiktaalik — a local word for burbot — in season, the Hailstones teach their daughters to ice fish on the river. And in Chandalar, Glenn repairs his cabin before the harsh winter hits.

Épisode 4 - The Unknown

30 avril 2015

As temperatures grow colder, the Alaskans continue to prepare for the winter months. In Fairbanks, Sue Aikens travels 150 miles on an icy road to investigate a tip that squatters are on her property in central Alaska. In Eagle, Andy must take his dogs to gather more firewood for the winter, but collecting resources is stalled when his sled begins to fall apart at the seams. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes Hailstone brave the thin ice to harvest whitefish for food and trade. And in Chandalar, Glenn chases after a pack of wolves in hopes of harvesting leftover caribou meat.

Épisode 5 - Ice Highway

7 mai 2015

With dark winter just around the corner, Alaskans continue preparing for the winter months. In Noorvik, Chip builds a freight sled for winter travel. A blizzard strands Sue in Fairbanks and she must brave a notoriously dangerous road to get home to Kavik. In Eagle, Andy and Kate get their sled dogs ready for the winter and put them through their paces. And in Chandalar, Glenn tries to vary his diet and to harvest more meat for the long winter ahead.

Épisode 6 - Darkness Falls

14 mai 2015

Dark winter in the Arctic brings limited daylight and rapidly decreasing temperatures. With a hundred days of no sunlight ahead, Glenn must secure more wood for heat. In Eagle, Andy and Kate rescue a lone bear cub that has wandered into their camp. The Hailstones gather a vital resource for themselves as well as their neighbors. After two weeks away from camp, Sue returns to Kavik with a long list of critical tasks to complete.

Épisode 7 - Alone in the Dark

21 mai 2015

Andy maintains his sled dog trails; Sue works on fixing her generator at the camp; the Hailstones build a tee pee for upcoming hunting trips; and Erik takes his wife hunting for animal hides to sell.

Épisode 8 - Emergency Cache

28 mai 2015

The Hailstones stash supplies along their hunting trails; Sue has trouble contacting people outside her camp; Erik falls while he's gathering firewood; and Andy goes hunting for muskrats.

Épisode 9 - No Easy Out

4 juin 2015

Chip and Agnes prepare for hunting along the Kiwalik River; Sue builds a pair of snowshoes; Andy goes in search of much needed supplies; Erik and Martha set their first traps of the season.

Épisode 10 - Bent and Broken

11 juin 2015

In Eagle, Andy constructs snares to maintain his food supply. In Wiseman, Erik and Martha cut up their last moose quarter and use salvaged supplies to construct a smokehouse. In Kiwalik, Chip and Agnes go caribou hunting to stockpile meat and fur for the coming months. And in Kavik, Sue clears her runway for a plane to deliver a new snow machine.

Épisode 11 - The Crash

18 juin 2015

The Hailstones head out on a trapping expedition; the Salitans gather caribou meat to store; Glenn retrieves his food stores before they are stolen by predators; and Sue puts herself in danger.

Épisode 12 - Aftermath

25 juin 2015

Sue heads into town to get a diagnosis about her injury; the Hailstone's head out one last hunt of the season; Chip's snow machine breaks down; the Salitans go ice fishing.

Épisode 1 - The Resurrection

24 novembre 2015

When spring arrives in Alaska, the thaw means time to begin preparation for the next freeze, be it hunting, fishing or relocating for the summer.

Épisode 2 - The Bottom Line

1 décembre 2015

The Hailstones and Jessie work on projects to take advantage of the summer bounty. Glenn searches for a long lost cabin, and Sue reopens her camp.

Épisode 3 - Running on Empty

8 décembre 2015 - 5/5

Glenn goes on a scouting trip, while Jessie rushes to complete his fish wheel. Sue faces setbacks at her camp, and the Hailstones go on a hunt.

Épisode 4 - Red Flag

15 décembre 2015

Technical issues sideline Sue, while weather issues cause the Hailstones to buckle down. Glenn and Jessie find an abundance of food and resources.

Épisode 5 - Predator Control

22 décembre 2015

Erik returns to embark on a hunt, and Sue attempts to restock her freezers. The Hailstones get a new boat, and Jessie continues to work on his fish wheel.

Épisode 6 - Divide and Conquer

29 décembre 2015

The Alaskans gather the supplies they will need in order to survive the long winter months that lie ahead of them.

Épisode 7 - Under the Gun

5 janvier 2016

Sue travels to a weaponry in Fairbanks, the Hailstone family head north to collect greens, Jessie constructs new doghouses for his dog team, and Martha goes on a solo duck hunt.

Épisode 8 - Lost in the Wild

12 janvier 2016

The Alaskans enjoy a short break in the weather before the winter season begins again.

Épisode 1 - On the Edge

7 avril 2016

Sue readies her camp for the coming winter. Glenn makes his move from Fairbanks to Chandalar. Jessie revamps his entire dog lot. The Hailstones begin work on a mobile home.

Épisode 2 - Pride and Power

14 avril 2016

Sue waits on a fuel delivery. Glenn goes on a moose hunt. Jessie revamps his dog lot. The Hailstones begin to build a mobile home.

Épisode 3 - Falling Apart

21 avril 2016

Sue makes needed repairs around camp. Jessie collects fish from his fish wheel. Glenn works to haul a moose back to camp. Chip processes and trades pieces of a caribou.

Épisode 4 - Deadly Tracks

28 avril 2016

With the freeze under way, Alaskans scramble to secure their livelihoods. Sue Aikens returns to find a dangerous predator lurking just outside of camp.

Épisode 5 - Breaking Through

5 mai 2016

The Arctic’s late freeze presents unique challenges for Alaskans as they attempt to gather food and resources for survival.

Épisode 6 - Shakedown

12 mai 2016

Repairs, hunting and errands are all on the to-do list as five Alaskans struggle to get through the everyday grind as a long, dark winter looms ahead.

Épisode 7 - Ghosts of Winter

19 mai 2016

The Alaskans take on different obstacles to ensure a prosperous winter.

Épisode 8 - No Boundaries

26 mai 2016

The Alaskans travel far to obtain they resources they need for survival.

Épisode 9 - Trapped and Hunted

2 juin 2016

Though not easy tasks, trapping and hunting are essential activities for Alaskans to get crucial food and fur to survive dark winter.

Épisode 10 - Winter Kill

9 juin 2016

Alaskans pursue scarce resources in anticipation of the coming spring and face some unexpected surprises.

Épisode 11 - Loaded

9 juin 2016

At the end of a brutal winter, and on the cusp of spring, Alaskans encounter unexpected roadblocks in their struggle for survival.

Épisode 12 - No Shortcuts

16 juin 2016 - 5/5

The winter comes to a close but the Alaskans are still struggling with their seasonal duties.

Épisode 1 - The Confrontation

18 octobre 2016

With seasons changing in the Arctic, Alaskans hunt in the wilderness before the spring breakup fully arrives.

Épisode 2 - Blindsided

25 octobre 2016

As the snow melts and the ice on the waterways breaks up, the Arctic becomes a land of opportunity. The Hailstones hunt, Sue Aikens reopens her greenhouse, and Glenn Villeneuve returns home.

Épisode 3 - River of Rage

1 novembre 2016

Alaskans face tremendous obstacles with the spring breakup in full swing.

Épisode 4 - Head Above Water

15 novembre 2016

As the rivers melt, Alaskans try to stay ahead of the changing landscape.

Épisode 5 - Against the Tide

22 novembre 2016

Sue unloads and sets up new heating system at Kavik. Glenn scouts for shelter and hunts from his canoe. Andy catches and smokes fish in the rain. The Hailstones fish for herring at camp.

Épisode 6 - The Slow Grind

29 novembre 2016

As the summer begins to fade, Alaskans must take advantage of the long days to prepare for the long freeze that lies ahead.

Épisode 7 - Midnight Sun

6 décembre 2016

Alaskans must ensure they are prepared to withstand the extreme cold that lies ahead.

Épisode 8 - Higher Ground

13 décembre 2016

As the thaw draws to a close, Alaskans maximize their final days of sunlight in the Arctic.

Épisode 1 - Unfamiliar Territory

13 juillet 2017

Alaskans must travel through unfamiliar, freezing and treacherous territories to harvest new and necessary resources, preparing themselves for a dark winter in the Arctic.

Épisode 2 - Howl of the Wild

20 juillet 2017

Sue experiences wolves at the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Glenn hunts for bull moose. Jessie sets up a new sawmill. Agnes and the girls go net fishing at Kookoochiaq.

Épisode 3 - The 11th Hour

27 juillet 2017

Sue scouts for sheep at the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Glenn sets beaver snares. Jessie runs the Cantwell Sled Dog Race. Andy goes muskrat trapping.

Épisode 4 - Burn the Midnight Oil

3 août 2017

Amid dark winter’s deadly conditions, Alaskans must capitalize on the brief hours of daylight to complete necessary tasks for their survival.

Épisode 5 - Artic Super Moon

10 août 2017

In the midst of dark winter’s onslaught, Alaskans head out into the cold, seeking precious resources to ensure their survival and maximum efficiency.

Épisode 6 - Winter's Grip

17 août 2017

Sue repurposes materials to build a sauna. Glenn secures his meat cache from wolverine. Jessie travels to Minto to retrieve an injured dog. Andy tests the safety of the Yukon's ice and sets a trail.

Épisode 7 - Shelter From the Storm

24 août 2017

Agnes and Qutan cut wood and prepare to meet a new member of the family. Glenn builds an igloo on a mountain. Jessie sets burbot lines in the ice. Andy sets up a new battery system at Calico Bluff.

Épisode 8 - False Start

31 août 2017 - 5/5

Agnes and Ting retrieve a sled and tipi from Kiwalik. Glenn goes paragliding off of a mountain. Jessie deals with snow removal around camp. Andy transitions his pups to the full dog team.

Épisode 9 - Primitive Ways

26 octobre 2017

Alaskans apply primitive knowledge and skill to build a life in the Arctic wilderness.

Épisode 10 - Total Meltdown

2 novembre 2017

Épisode 1 - Homecoming

1 janvier 2018

Andy prepares for the Yukon River break-up. Jessie hunts muskrats in the river. Glenn goes duck hunting. The Hailstone ladies hunt for birds in preparation for Chip's return home.

Épisode 2 - New Territory

4 janvier 2018

Andy goes duck hunting on the lake. Jessie builds a new dog yard for his team. Glenn journeys to Thru-Creek Pass. The Hailstones hunt muskrats for fur.

Épisode 3 - Facing Fears

11 janvier 2018

Andy modifies and strengthens his greenhouse. Jessie builds a new smokehouse. Glenn camps out, goes fishing, and spots a dangerous animal. Chip goes hunting for ducks.

Épisode 4 - To Catch a King

18 janvier 2018

Andy net fishes for king salmon. Jessie builds a raft for firewood. Glenn explores a primitive camp. The Hailstones go pole fishing at camp.

Épisode 5 - The Intruder

25 janvier 2018

Andy builds an elevator for his yurt. Jessie camps out and goes hunting on Bear Hill. Glenn returns home from Thru-Creek Pass. The Hailstones hunt and pick berries.

Épisode 6 - Heavy Load

1 février 2018

Andy refines his gardening and compost system. Jessie net fishes for king salmon. Glenn creates and runs in a triathlon at Chandalar. Sue receives a tent shipment and begins the build.

Épisode 7 - The Widowmaker

8 février 2018

Andy undergoes reconstruction of his fish wheel. Jessie gathers chaga and burl posts. Glenn encounters a dangerous animal and hunts for Dall sheep. Sue constructs a pop-up tent and camps out, gathering resources.

Épisode 8 - Close Encounter

15 février 2018

Andy explores new territory for a moose and bear hunt. Jessie heads downriver for a fishing campout. The Hailstones set nets for salmon fishing. Glenn hunts and processes a bull moose. Sue builds a blind on the tundra for caribou hunting.

Épisode 1 - Changing of the Guard

18 septembre 2018

As winter returns to the Arctic, preparation is crucial for Alaskans to survive the coming months. For the Hailstones, the window to hunt big game animals grows shorter with each passing day. Sue Aikens must stay alert and aware of predator presence in Kavik. Glenn Villeneuve ensures the frozen lake in Chandalar is safe for his family's arrival. For Andy Bassich, camp preparations and sled dog training before the snow flies is key. And for Jessie Holmes, to be competitive in the upcoming Iditarod race, training must begin.

Épisode 2 - End Of The Rope

25 septembre 2018

To survive the quickly worsening conditions in the Arctic, Alaskans must finish the tasks that will keep them ahead of winter's wrath. Glenn Villeneuve hunts caribou to keep his family fed for the remainder of winter. The Hailstones set out for a timely harvest in the blistering cold. A severe storm forces Sue Aikens inside to reinforce her camp. And Andy Bassich readies his camp in Eagle for upcoming winter projects.

Épisode 3 - No Guarantees

2 octobre 2018

As conditions worsen during the grueling arctic winter, Alaskans risk their lives to prepare for months of total darkness. Andy Bassich braves unsafe conditions on the Yukon River to hunt for needed meat. Sue Aikens tests a new piece of equipment that could be the difference between life and death. The Hailstones set a trap line near their homestead for vital fur. And Jessie Holmes must avoid thin ice to harvest the lifeblood of the Arctic.

Épisode 4 - Arctic Harvest

9 octobre 2018

In the clutches of Dark winter, Alaskans face uncertain conditions caused by unseasonably warm temperatures. But the warmth won't last, and opportunities must be seized. Sue Aikens braves the unstable tundra to replenish her water supply. Jessie Holmes is on a quest for firewood as the Iditarod approaches. Chip Hailstone teaches his daughter Carol to hunt winter caribou. And Andy Bassich makes use of a recent caribou harvest.

Épisode 5 - Home Again

16 octobre 2018

In the Arctic, maintaining a subsistence lifestyle requires Alaskans to constantly learn new techniques, and honor those who came and lived before. In Kavik, Sue Aikens makes a cost-effective hunting weapon using harvested materials. The Hailstones embark on a family harvest. The training must continue for Andy Bassich and his youngest sled dogs. And for the first time this winter, Ricko Dewilde returns to the cabin where he spent his youth.

Épisode 6 - The Great Unknown

23 octobre 2018

Sue assesses the conditions of her new property at Chena River. Ricko traps for beaver. Jessie trains new puppies for the dog team. Agnes, Edward, and Idi embark on a wood gathering trip.

Épisode 7 - A Lesson Learned

30 octobre 2018

As dark winter's grip tightens across the Arctic, Alaskans must learn new ways of survival in their surroundings. Chip Hailstone teaches his daughter Carol new survival skills as they hunt for small game. Ricko DeWilde reconnects with his past, and attempts to open a pathway to receive messages from the nearby village. Sue Aikens searches for resources at her land along the Chena River. And Jessie Holmes takes to the woods for a needed meal.

Épisode 8 - Into the Storm

13 novembre 2018

Alaskans attempt to survive and thrive while struggling with unpredictable winter weather. Jessie Holmes prepares for the Iditarod by doing some home demolition. Sue Aikens braves freezing conditions to make a bed with resources from her new land. Ricko DeWilde camps at a nearby hot springs to trap a wolverine for a traditional Athabaskan memorial. And the Hailstones run into a severe blizzard on a trek to their hunting grounds in Kiwalik.

Épisode 9 - Trail of Wolves

20 novembre 2018

For Alaskans, utilizing the frozen trails to secure resources is a requirement for survival in dark winter. At the family hunting grounds in Kiwalik, Chip Hailstone follows a trail of wolves to find harvestable game. Ricko DeWilde secures wood to repair a generations-old smokehouse. Sue Aikens scours unfamiliar trails to harvest a needed meal. And Jessie Holmes makes his final preperations for the upcoming Iditarod sled dog race.

Épisode 10 - Trial by Fire

27 novembre 2018

Jessie runs the race of a lifetime at the Iditarod. Ricko hunts for small game. The Hailstones go on a family rabbit hunt. Sue clears snow from her rooftops.

Épisode 11 - Window of Opportunity

4 décembre 2018

Sue settles back into life at Kavik; Ricko replaces the cabin stove; Jessie struggles to free his four-wheeler from the frozen mud; Chip and Agnes hunt an apex predator.

Épisode 1 - Winds of Change

11 décembre 2018

The Hailstone family rushes to prepare camp for a possible storm. Winds jeopardize Sue's camp and livelihood, and as goose season opens, Ricko teaches his daughter to hunt. Meanwhile, Glenn heads out to replenish his family's meat supply.

Épisode 2 - The Burning Man

18 décembre 2018

Sue sharpens her survival skills; Jessie sets out for food and medicine; Glenn burns a manmade structure to the ground so that nature can reclaim its rightful place; the Hailstones embark on a traditional hunt for valued seal meat and oil.

Épisode 3 - Open Season

1 janvier 2019

The Hailstones bind together for a family hunt. Jessie recuperates from a hard-fought Iditarod. Ricko finds an unexpected treasure. Sue's rush to clear the runway is interrupted by an unexpected breakdown.

Épisode 4 - The Great Changeover

1 janvier 2019

The Hailstones build a new temporary structure in the Kiwalik region. Ricko teaches his younger children survival skills. Sue races against the clock to renovate a key camp fixture. Jessie battles weather and chance to secure a meal.

Épisode 5 - The Nightmare

8 janvier 2019

The Hailstones pull together to build a footbridge; Jessie goes fishing while looking out for some good spruce trees; Ricko has his children over to stay plus an extra surprise guest.

Épisode 6 - Treading Water

15 janvier 2019

Jessie collects logs in anticipation of the coming winter. The Hailstones prepare themselves for the coming fish run. Ricko teaches his younger children to hunt and fish. Sue tests her mettle against the capricious, flooding tundra.

Épisode 7 - Highways of the Arctic

22 janvier 2019

In Alaska, summer is spent preparing for what lies ahead; the Hailstones spend a night on the water; Sue Aikens battles river currents to source coal; Ricko DeWilde secures food with nets made by his late mother; Jessie Holmes gathers firewood.

Épisode 8 - Back in the Saddle

29 janvier 2019

With the summer ending, Alaskans must overcome exhaustion, injury and failure; after seeking medical aid, Andy returns home to pick up the pieces; Jessie harvests salmon; Sue searches for winter food; the Hailstones gather key resources.

Épisode 9 - Race Against Time

5 février 2019

To survive in the Arctic, Alaskans must battle Father Time to harvest the last of summer's bounty. Sue tracks a lone predator. The Hailstones have a chance at a key resource. Jessie builds a new cabin, and Andy fights the clock.

Épisode 10 - No One Fights Alone

12 février 2019

Chip Hailstone goes on a duck hunt while Agnes and the girls pick berries. Sue looks out for some caribou meat. Jessie goes looking for a big bear. Andy and Denise collect water with hope of restoring the greenhouse.

Épisode 11 - Cost of Winter

19 février 2019

At the edge of the warm season, Alaskans prepare to pay winter's cost; Ricko DeWilde heads out on a proxy moose hunt to aid a village elder; Sue Aikens builds an arctic entryway; Jessie Holmes works to finish his dream cabin before conditions worsen.

Épisode 1 - Adapt or Die

24 septembre 2019

Sue Aikens plays a game of chess with a predator; Ricko DeWilde hunts for moose; Jessie Holmes' plans shift from one final resource mission to simply surviving the day; the Hailstone family prepares vital tools needed to endure winter in Noorvik.

Épisode 2 - Darkness Approaches

1 octobre 2019

The time is now for Alaskans to prepare for the harsh winter by any means necessary — or risk paying the ultimate price.

Épisode 3 - The Freeze Up

8 octobre 2019

To survive dark winter, Alaskans must be relentless in their pursuit of critical resources.

Épisode 4 - Weather the Storm

15 octobre 2019

Winter has arrived with a vengeance, and Alaskans prepare for the worst-case scenario.

Épisode 5 - Hard Knocks

22 octobre 2019

Sue repairs her cabin in Chena. The DeWildes set a fish net. Jessie spends time with his young dogs. Chip receives medical attention after an accident.

Épisode 6 - Best-Laid Plans

29 octobre 2019

In the dead of winter, Alaskans must endure the brutal elements with no end in sight.

Épisode 7 - New Horizons

5 novembre 2019

Sue collects firewood. Ricko and his son Skyler go beaver trapping. Jessie explores his newly purchased land. The Hailstones move up river.

Épisode 8 - Ahead of the Game

12 novembre 2019

Sue travels home to Kavik. Andy and Denise return to Eagle. Jessie prepares for the Iditarod. The Hailstones do chores in Kiwalik.

Épisode 9 - Arctic Discipline

19 novembre 2019

Sue clears her runway of snow. Denise learns to dogsled. Jessie snares rabbits. Ricko teaches his son Skyler to hunt.

Épisode 10 - Ultimate Sacrifice

26 novembre 2019

Sue goes ptarmigan hunting. Andy and Denise battle jumble ice. Jessie races in the Iditarod.

Épisode 11 - Winter Inferno

3 décembre 2019

Sue transports a new generator. Andy and Denise gather wood. Ricko and his kids hunt for muskrat. Chip and Agnes move cam

Épisode 1 - Winters End

10 décembre 2019

Sue hunts waterfowl. Andy and Denise fight the river breakup. Ricko and his kids hunt geese. The Hailstones hunt small game.

Épisode 2 - First Blood

17 décembre 2019

Sue expands her garden. Andy and Denise hunt waterfowl. Ricko teaches his kids to hunt. The Hailstones go on an egg hunt.

Épisode 3 - Shock & Awe

24 décembre 2019

Sue fixes her Nodwell. Andy and Denise install solar panels. Jessie repairs his boat. The Hailstones go fishing.

Épisode 4 - Domino Effect

31 décembre 2019

Sue cleans up her river and goes fishing. Andy and Denise repair a Jeep. Jessie falls trees and prepares wood. The Hailstones build a trapping cabin.

Épisode 5 - Bear Scare

7 janvier 2020

Sue re-purposes a snow melter. Ricko repairs his cabin. Jessie builds a new dock. The Hailstones go beach combing.

Épisode 6 - New Country

14 janvier 2020

Sue is out to hunt caribou. Ricko travels to a natural hot spring. Jessie moves to Brushkana. The Hailstones build a wall tent and go fishing.

Épisode 7 - Beware the Wild

21 janvier 2020

Sue builds a drainage system under her runway. Ricko explores old family land. Jessie sets up camp in Brushkana. The Hailstones go boating.

Épisode 8 - The New World

11 février 2020

Sue travels to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Ricko hunts moose. Jessie builds a cabin in Brushkana. The Hailstones all gather in Kiwalik.

Épisode 1 - Brink of Winter

7 septembre 2020

With the first signs of winter already showing, Alaskans must make use of the last days of sunlight to secure food and shelter for their survival.

Épisode 2 - Life & Death

8 septembre 2020

With the first signs of winter already showing, Alaskans must make use of the last days of sunlight to secure food and shelter for their survival.

Épisode 3 - Taking Chances

15 septembre 2020

With winter bearing down on the Arctic, Alaskans scramble to prepare for the cold months that lie ahead.

Épisode 4 - The Other Side

22 septembre 2020

With dark winter quickly approaching, Alaskans must face their inner demons, and prepare themselves to battle against the dying of the light.

Épisode 5 - Into the Night

29 septembre 2020

Dark Winter has descended upon the Arctic to rule the land once more. To survive, Alaskans must battle deadly conditions and cruel temperatures.

Épisode 6 - Bone Cold

6 octobre 2020

In the heart of winter, Alaskans face deadly, bone-chilling temperatures as they struggle to survive in one of the world’s most inhospitable regions.

Épisode 7 - Man Down

13 octobre 2020

Frigid temperatures, heavy snowfall and unclear trails turn simple tasks into dangerous endeavors for residents of the Arctic.

Épisode 8 - Bloodlines

20 octobre 2020

As winter rages on, Alaskans must conquer brutal temperatures, deep snow and challenging terrains if they are to survive until spring.

Épisode 1 - Bare Bones

10 novembre 2020

Amidst a global pandemic, Alaskans will face unprecedented challenges during the brief summer months as they prepare for the coming winter.

Épisode 2 - The Big Catch

17 novembre 2020

Amid the long days of the arctic summer, Alaskans must learn new ways to survive and re-learn old lessons of generations past.

Épisode 3 - Bad Bones

24 novembre 2020

For those living in the Arctic, the endless summer daylight must be used efficiently if they wish to survive the impending winter.

Épisode 4 - Inside Out

1 décembre 2020

Despite the formidable challenges facing them, residents of Alaska must tackle any and all adversity to survive the endless daylight of summer.

Épisode 5 - Past Lives

8 décembre 2020

As summer’s resources become scarce, Alaskans seize the longer days to further their ability to survive the harsh landscape.

Épisode 6 - Full Circle

15 décembre 2020

With summer in full swing, Alaskans work to secure lasting legacies and connect with age-old traditions in their wild homeland of the Arctic.

Épisode 7 - Sky's the Limit

22 décembre 2020

Arctic residents must seize the remaining days of summer for a chance at completing vital tasks and harvesting small game before winter returns.

Épisode 8 - Dead Weight

29 décembre 2020

For Alaskans, seizing the final days of summer is critical; and in doing so, the difference between life and death is often only a moment’s decision.

Épisode 9 - Second Nature

1 janvier 2021

Under winter’s shadow, Alaskans must toil to secure scarce food and opportunity in the tundra’s final fertile days.

Épisode 10 - Young Guns

5 janvier 2021

As summer gives way to fall, Alaskans must rely on tested traditions to survive.

Épisode 11 - Lost and Found

12 janvier 2021

Now in the midst of the fall season, Alaskans work tirelessly to get essential tasks done before winter returns to claim the land.

Épisode 1 - Winter's Surprise

6 septembre 2021

From Alaska's north to its southern tip, hunting is vital to the subsistence lifestyle.

Épisode 2 - Breaking Trail

7 septembre 2021

As winter's grip in the Arctic strengthens, Alaskans are forced to react to avoid an icy demise.

Épisode 3 - Cold Harvest

14 septembre 2021

As the deep freeze sets in, Alaskans brave cruel temperatures to complete vital tasks.

Épisode 4 - Cold Rage

21 septembre 2021

Brutal storms threaten the lives of those living in the Arctic as they enter Dark Winter.

Épisode 5 - Creature of the Night

28 septembre 2021

In the midst of Dark Winter, Arctic residents must brace for the dangers that lurk ahead.

Épisode 6 - Whiteout

5 octobre 2021

With limited daylight during Dark Winter, Alaskans must brave cruel temperatures to secure the resources needed for their survival.

Épisode 7 - Fast Food

12 octobre 2021

As winter’s chill grips the Arctic, the path forward will require trial and error, and only the determined will succeed in their quest for survival.

Épisode 8 - Cold Crusade

19 octobre 2021

Despite the deepening cold, those living in the Arctic must constantly brave the elements and the unknown of the natural landscape.

Épisode 9 - Winter Reigns

26 octobre 2021

In the Arctic, winter does not go quietly into the night, as subzero temperatures and heavy snowfall means a lack of resources, and a lack of safety.

Épisode 10 - Bad Break

2 novembre 2021

Inhabitants of the Alaskan bush are faced with adversity as they confront the unknown in the dead of winter.

Épisode 11 - The Beast

9 novembre 2021

As winter comes to an end, Alaskans must push through the cold as they prepare for daylight’s return.

Épisode 1 - Swept Away

16 novembre 2021

Those in Alaska must seize the newfound resources of spring’s arrival and avoid its many dangers to survive another season of life off the grid.

Épisode 2 - Something Out There

23 novembre 2021

Extended daylight, blossoming greens, and open waterways make the arctic spring a crucial time for Alaskans to brave the landscape for resources.

Épisode 3 - Raging Waters

7 décembre 2021

As temperatures warm in the Arctic, the landscape and waterways are returning to life, and Alaskans must seize all opportunities under the spring sun.

Épisode 4 - Open Wounds

14 décembre 2021

As the arctic summer progresses, Alaskans must utilize the sun-drenched days to learn valuable lessons of survival.

Épisode 5 - Chasing Ghosts

21 décembre 2021

With Alaska in bloom, its residents must continue to utilize their days to pursue resources and opportunities to enrich their lives.

Épisode 6 - Fire in the Sky

29 décembre 2021

As fall looms, residents of the arctic take advantage of unseasonably mild conditions to improve their food security and complete vital projects.

Épisode 7 - A Hunt To Remember

4 janvier 2022

Erratic weather patterns force Alaskans to come up with creative ways to obtain the food that they need to subsist through the coming winter months.

Épisode 8 - Rite of Passage

11 janvier 2022

The changeover is underway in the Arctic, and Alaskans must navigate through the fall season if they are to survive the brutal winter ahead.

Épisode 1 - Blood on the Ground

5 septembre 2022

Alaskans must face the dangers of the Arctic in order to stockpile resources before dark winter returns to claim the landscape.

Épisode 2 - The Dead of Night

6 septembre 2022

Sue Aikens attempts to track a deadly foe in Kavik.

Épisode 3 - Frigid Fortitudes

13 septembre 2022

Lessons are learned; personal battles are fought.

Épisode 4 - Shadow Dwellers

20 septembre 2022

The unforgiving winter tightens its grip.

Épisode 5 - A Storm To Remember

27 septembre 2022

Alaskans face challenges as they push through a dark winter.

Épisode 6 - In To The Freeze

4 octobre 2022

Alaskans seek out vital resources amid a deep freeze.

Épisode 7 - Burdens of Winter

11 octobre 2022

For remote Alaskans, no task is completed easily.

Épisode 8 - Hard Lessons, Lasting Impressions

18 octobre 2022

Alaskans break trail and hunt for their survival.

Épisode 9 - Can’t Change the Fear

25 octobre 2022

Alaskans embrace change as winter loosens its icy grip.

Épisode 10 - Snared

1 novembre 2022

Alaskans race to secure resources for the warm months.

Épisode 11 - Forbidden Lands

8 novembre 2022

As Spring weather begins poking through the clouds, secluded Alaskans must venture into their ever-changing landscapes for survival necessities.

Épisode 1 - Women of the North

15 novembre 2022

The women of Alaska must seize opportunities for resources during the brief Arctic spring.

Épisode 2 - Break Up Time Is Wake Up Time

23 novembre 2022

Alaskans emerge from a long winter and seize new opportunities to travel, hunt, and farm while facing the dangers from thawing rivers

Épisode 3 - The Burden of Possessions

30 novembre 2022

With tempertures on the rise, Alaskans must ensure their survival in the hostile Arctic.

Épisode 4 - Trials & Tributaries

6 décembre 2022

As the warm season continues, Alaskans contend with the annual environmental changes that shift the daily struggles and rewards of their environment.

Épisode 5 - Strange New World

13 décembre 2022

The last few weeks of summer are upon Alaskans, bringing the need for hunting, fishing, and harvesting their bounty in the rugged Arctic.

Épisode 6 - A Game of Chance

20 décembre 2022

As the Arctic Summer wanes, Alaskans must seize any remaining daylight to make final improvements to their lifestyles before the deep cold returns.

Épisode 7 - Last Taste of Summer

27 décembre 2022

As summer wanes, Alaskans must travel the waterways, hunt on the tundra, and seize final harvests before Dark Winter returns to the landscape.

Épisode 8 - The Pursuit

3 janvier 2023

As the brief Fall season dwindles, Alaskans must race to secure resources and finalize projects before the deep cold returns to reclaim the Arctic.

Épisode 1 - Pulled from the Darkness

4 septembre 2023

As Alaskans enter a new dawn in the Arctic winter, they must adapt to the changing landscape if they are to survive and thrive in this brutal season.

Épisode 2 - Like Ghosts

5 septembre 2023

Alaska residents labor their way through winter's challenges.

Épisode 3 - On the Auroras

12 septembre 2023

Alaskans confront the environment and themselves as winter bears down.

Épisode 4 - Off the Deep End

19 septembre 2023

Alaskans rediscover old practices to get through the heart of winter.

Épisode 5 - Going in Circles

26 septembre 2023

Alaskans take advantage of a brief reprieve.

Épisode 6 - From Here to There

3 octobre 2023

Alaskans test their will and luck against Dark Winter's obstacles.

Épisode 7 - The Foundation

10 octobre 2023

Alaskans must rely on solid foundations to persist through Dark Winter.

Épisode 8 - The Rising Tides

17 octobre 2023

As temperatures reach deadly numbers in the Arctic, Alaskans push through the deep cold to increase their odds of survival in the late winter months.

Épisode 9 - The Silent Hunter

24 octobre 2023

Alaskans stand their ground and push through adversity as winter brings one final barrage of snow, wind, and ice.

Épisode 10 - Paving Paths

31 octobre 2023

As Winter loosens its grip on the Arctic, Alaskans must seize opportunities that the awakening landscape presents.

Épisode 11 - Waking from Winter

7 novembre 2023

Alaskans journey, hunt, and prepare for spring.

Épisode 1 - Destroyer of Worlds

14 novembre 2023

The arrival of Spring brings grave danger to Alaskans as winter’s snow and ice melts away and the landscape and waterways come roaring back to life.

Épisode 2 - Bulletproof

22 novembre 2023

Alaskans contend with the throes of the warm season in the Arctic.

Épisode 3 - Transitions

28 novembre 2023

Alaskans harness the power of the sun as they toil.

Épisode 4 - The Way of the Bear

5 décembre 2023

Alaskans must capitalize on the resources of the Arctic Summer.

Épisode 5 - Summer Camp

12 décembre 2023

The warm season provides for Alaskans.

Épisode 6 - Run Aground

19 décembre 2023

Alaskans are in the home stretch of preparing for the upcoming winter.

Épisode 7 - Beyond the Tundra

26 décembre 2023

With summer nearing its end, Alaskans kick into high gear.

Épisode 8 - Respect the Wild

2 janvier 2024

Alaskans power through the dog days of summer.

Épisode 9 - One Last Chance

9 janvier 2024

As the sun fades, Alaskans brace for Dark Winter's return.