Life Below Zero
The everyday struggles of living in the secluded state of Alaska where one wrong decision could cost you your life.
Genre: Documentary, Adventure, Reality-TV
Cast:James Franzo , Agnes Hailstone , Sue Aikens , Chip Hailstone , Andy Bassich , Jessie Holmes , Ricko DeWilde , Glenn Villeneuve , Denise Becker , Kate Rorke-Bassich , Erik Salitan , Martha Mae Salitan , Cody Allen , Sue Aikens , Jimmy Franzo , Skyler DeWilde , Carol Hailstone , Cole Sturgis
S1.E1 ∙ End of the Road
Six people struggle to survive in the Alaskan bush. Chip works to set out nets over thin ice. Andy tests out the Yukon River.
S1.E2 ∙ Hunt, Barter and Steal
Sue returns to stolen fuel in Kavik after being away recovering from an injury. The late freeze up of the river causes problems for Chip and Agnes.
S1.E3 ∙ Winters Edge
Winter is coming and the cast struggles to prepare for the cold ahead. Sue sets up her camp for an upcoming blizzard . She also prepares firearms in case of a wildlife attack. Erik works to collect water and wood.
S1.E4 ∙ Wolf at the Door
A wolf gives Sue problems in Kavik. Chip's snow machine breaks down, hurting his preparation for winter. Erik plays a game of cat and mouse with a lynx.
S1.E5 ∙ Blood, Sweat and Fear
Sue has trouble trying to get a plane in to deliver more fuel. A wolf continues to outsmart Erik as it steals all of the bait from his traps.
S1.E6 ∙ There Be Monsters
Kate helps Andy collect wood for their camp. Andy has a surprise for Kate's birthday. Chip and Agnes go on a hunt that could mean getting enough meat for the rest of the year.
S1.E7 ∙ Cold Dark and ALone
Six individuals struggle to survive in a harsh winter. Sue works to get some ptarmigan for her plate. Erik crashes his snow machine while checking traps, forcing him to make an unscheduled trip to Fairbanks.
S1.E8 ∙ Checkmate
Sue must decide what to do when a predator gets dangerously close. Andy embarks on a trip to bring home his new sawmill, but not everything goes according to plan.
S1.E9 ∙ The Chase
Chip and Agnes are on the hunt for a wolf. Sue hunts a moose, which could provide enough meat for the whole year. Kate and Andy must prepare for the thaw in order to keep their camp protected.
S1.E10 ∙ Hell and High Water
Sue goes to Fairbanks to officially buy Kavik River camp. Andy and Kate must move their dogs so that they may survive the flood. Erik rents out his hunting lodge in preparation for bear season.
S2.E1 ∙ Hunt or Be Hunted
Winter has ended, presenting new challenges and dangers in light of the thaw. Andy and Kate must defend themselves against animals coming out of hibernation." Chip and Agnes hunt beavers and river rats.
S2.E2 ∙ The Meltdown
The melting snow is causing problems for Sue, who needs to keep her runway clear for incoming visitors and supplies. The Hailstones head off on a huge fishing trip, which could ensure food for months.
S2.E3 ∙ The Mess of Success
With a missing water filter and a late load of food, Sue is in danger of losing business this summer. Andy and Kate build a greenhouse in hopes of providing more food for the whole year.
S2.E4 ∙ Hungry Country
Glenn must fish to rebuild his food supply, but it's the mosquitoes, not the fish, that are biting. Sue is spots a strange figure in the distance and investigates it. Finding nothing, she searches for black gold instead.
S2.E5 ∙ No Time to Lose
Sue works to fill her freezer as summer comes to a close. She heads out on a caribou hunt. To save energy Andy fishes with a net instead of the fish wheel, but this method introduces new challenges and dangers.
S2.E6 ∙ Long Road Home
Glenn runs out of food and must begin the long journey back to Fairbanks. The Hailstones head out to Agnes' family camp to get salmon to put up for the summer. Sue must deal with running out of fuel.
S3.E1 ∙ Winter's Warning
Sue goes on a hunt for a grizzly bear. Andy and Kate have just fed the last of their fish to their sled dogs. Chip and Agnes' fishing is being disrupted by a late freeze. Erik returns this season after completing the latest guiding season.
S3.E2 ∙ Deadly Grounds
Erik Salitan hunts on Kodiak Island he has the opportunity to go after the elusive mountain goat, one of the most difficult hunts in Alaska.
S3.E3 ∙ Dark Times Ahead
Chip and Agnes head out on a moose hunt. Sue works to make sure her camp and business get closed. Early snowfall has left Andy and Kate concerned that winter is quickly approaching. Erik uses new traps to catch a prized fox.
S3.E4 ∙ Calling the Wild
Because the river isn't freezing up, Andy must cut a trail through the forest. A storm threatens Sue's efforts to get oil. Erik continues collecting furs, which are vital to his income. Chip and Agnes are behind on getting meat for winter.
S3.E5 ∙ Fire and Ice
Cody Allen joins Andy and Kate to learn what it takes to survive in the bush. Sue prepares for bears coming too close to camp. Erik makes room for the meat he will be bringing in. Agnes and her children head out of town for a seal hunt.
S3.E6 ∙ Thin Ice
With low levels of snow, Andy and Kate struggle to train their dogs. The warm weather has Sue worrying about fuel and predators and it puts a halt to the Hailstone's ice fishing efforts.
S3.E7 ∙ Return to the Wild
Glenn returns to his camp after spending months away. Andy and Kate's apprentice, Cody, wakes up late at night to find his fire has gone out. Sue falls down, further aggravating past injuries.
S3.E8 ∙ No Mercy
Sue closes camp and heads to Deadhorse to pick up new equipment. Cody learns from Andy and Kate about life in the bush. Chip chops firewood to save on oil prices. Glenn focuses on getting water not just for drinking, but for bathing.
S3.E9 ∙ Breaking Point
Sue travels back to camp in her new piece of equipment. Cody proves himself by going out in the bush all alone overnight . Chip and Agnes teach their daughter, Carol, how to set a fur trap. Glenn works on preparing his fire for the winter.
S3.E10 ∙ Search and Rescue
The Hailstone family is concerned when Agnes' son Jon doesn't show up on time. The weather makes Sue's work difficult to complete. Andy and Kate start training new lead dogs. Glenn builds a shelter to protect from bears.
S3.E11 ∙ The Howling
A snowstorm is headed toward Sue's camp. Andy works quickly to collect supplies before the breakup. Chip and Agnes prepare for a hunting trip. Glenn tracks a wolf that has been howling at night.
S3.E12 ∙ Dark Winter's End
Chip and Agnes have one more shot to get a caribou before summer. Sue worries about predators while out on the tundra. Glenn finds wolf tracks while on a hunt. Andy collects as the weather starts to warm up.
S3.E13 ∙ Independent by Nature
The cast learns that self reliance is the key to an independent life in the bush on this compilation of episodes from past seasons.
S4.E1 ∙ The Waiting Game
The conditions warm up in Alaska, but that does not mean that life in the bush of Alaska is any easier.
S4.E2 ∙ Opportunity Knocks
Alaskans learn the tough lesson that you have to act fast when opportunity presents itself.
S4.E3 ∙ The Harvest
As the days until summer become fewer, unpredictable weather makes life difficult for Alaskans.
S4.E5 ∙ Ticking Clock
With winter rapidly approaching, Alaskans must work to stock pile for the brutal months ahead.
S4.E6 ∙ Last Minute Push
Alaskans are in a time crunch as the thaw comes to end, giving way to winter.
S4.E7 ∙ End of Days
Summer is quickly coming to an end, and Alaskans must prepare for a long, dark winter.
S5.E1 ∙ Ready or Not
Fall season in the Arctic means final preparation is in full swing for the long winter months ahead. In Eagle, Andy and Kate race to get their fish wheel turning before the chum salmon run hits.
S5.E2 ∙ Armed for Winter
With winter around the corner, Alaskans prepare themselves for the onslaught. In Chandalar, Glenn must haul a felled moose over land and water to get it back to the safety of his camp.
S5.E3 ∙ Out of Control
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.
S5.E4 ∙ The Unknown
In Fairbanks, Sue travels 150 miles on an icy road to investigate a tip that squatters are on her property in central Alaska, and in Chandalar, Glenn chases after a pack of wolves in hopes of harvesting leftover caribou meat.
S5.E5 ∙ Ice Highway
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.
S5.E6 ∙ Darkness Falls
With a hundred days of no sunlight ahead, Glenn must secure more wood for heat. 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.
S5.E7 ∙ Alone in the Dark
With dark winter in full swing, Alaskans face new challenges in sub-zero temperatures. Andy maintains the snow-covered trails and takes care of the dogs on his own. Erik takes his wife hunting for animal hides to supplement their income.
S5.E8 ∙ Emergency Cache
In Noorvik, the Hailstones stash emergency supplies along their hunting and trapping routes. In Kavik, Sue's contact with the outside world hangs in the balance. In Wiseman, Erik takes a fall while gathering firewood.
S5.E9 ∙ No Easy Out
In harsh winter conditions, Alaskans must work hard to finish even the easiest of tasks.
S5.E10 ∙ Bent and Broken
As winter comes to an end, Alaskans struggle to overcome new obstacles. Sue clears her runway. Andy stalks a lethal predator. The Hailstone's hunt takes a turn for the worse.
S5.E11 ∙ The Crash
A crafty predator rattles the Hailstone's strategy. Glenn races against the wild to protect his food stock. The Salitans hunt for big game in winter's twilight. Sue's escape from Kavik leads to a grave mistake.
S5.E12 ∙ Aftermath
Sue deals with the aftermath of her accident. Chip and Agnes wrap up their hunting season. Glenn builds a meat drying rack. Erik and Martha go on a fishing trip.
S6.E1 ∙ The Resurrection
Sue returns to Kavik after her injury. Glenn goes on a hunt. Jessie preps his fish wheel for summer. The Hailstones set up camp in a new location.
S6.E2 ∙ The Bottom Line
Sue runs into problems when preparing for new clients. Glenn travels to an abandoned cabin. Jessie sets up his summer fishing camp. The Hailstones start collecting their favorite summer foods.
S6.E3 ∙ Running on Empty
Sue's nephew visits Kavik. Glenn scouts for sheep. Jessie puts his fish wheel in the water. The Hailstones go on a seal hunt.
S6.E4 ∙ Red Flag
Sue works to get her food supply ready in preparation for incoming clients. Glenn fishes for pike. Jessie has motor issues while fishing for salmon. When bad weather hits, the Hailstones must secure their camp.
S6.E5 ∙ Predator Control
Sue sets out on a caribou hunt. Erik tries his hand at bow hunting. Jessie repairs his fish wheel. The Hailstones travel to Deering.
S6.E6 ∙ Divide and Conquer
In Kavik, Sue heads to a nearby fishing hole to try and replenish her food supply. In Kiwalik, the Hailstones Chip sets out to gather wood for materials to help the family preserve their food, while Agnes and the girls gather berries for the winter ahead. In Nenana, Jessie does squirrel maintenance around camp to protect his dog food supply. In Wiseman, Erik and Martha head down the river in search of Arctic Grayling.
S6.E7 ∙ Under the Gun
Sue meets with a gun smith. Martha goes on a duck hunt. Jessie readies his dog yard for winter. The Hailstones collect greens and hunt ducks.
S6.E8 ∙ Lost in the Wild
Sue builds a smoker. Erik and Martha go salmon fishing. Jessie travels down river. The Hailstones build a tower.
S7.E1 ∙ On the Edge
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.
S7.E2 ∙ Pride and Power
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.
S7.E3 ∙ Falling Apart
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.
S7.E4 ∙ Deadly Tracks
Sue returns to Kavik and secures camp. Glenn searches for goose grass and sets traps. Jessie clears a trail for his dog team. Chip and Carol build and set snares.
S7.E5 ∙ Breaking Through
Sue hunts for ptarmigan. Glenn shoots and kills a porcupine. Jessie rebuilds an old sled for a dog run. The Hailstones set traps for ice fishing.
S7.E6 ∙ Shakedown
Sue prepares for a blizzard and takes snow depth measurements. Glenn explores new hunting grounds. Jessie runs his dog team in a race on the Denali Highway. The Hailstone girls make a new wolf parka.
S7.E7 ∙ Ghosts of Winter
Sue faces her fears on the new snow machine. Glenn processes wood and bakes bread. Andy kills a large caribou. Chip and Idi build a basket sled.
S7.E8 ∙ No Boundaries
Sue travels to a nearby forest and makes medicine from tree buds. Glenn hunts for caribou. Andy breaks new trail. The Hailstones transport their tent frame to Emonakrov.
S7.E9 ∙ Trapped and Hunted
Sue hunts ptarmigan. Glenn processes caribou meat. Andy builds traps and makes beaver mittens. The Hailstones make ice holes and go sheefishing.
S7.E10 ∙ Winter Kill
Sue hunts and kills a caribou. Glenn comes head-on with a wolf. Andy wrecks his snow machine. Chip and Agnes head to their remote camp.
S7.E12 ∙ Loaded
Sue gets stuck with the loader on the road from Deadhorse to Kavik. Glenn suffers a leg injury on a trek home. Andy kills and processes a lynx. Chip hunts for muskox.
S7.E13 ∙ The Hailstones
A look back at the lives of the Hailstones in Life Below Zero.
S7.E14 ∙ No Shortcuts
Sue's loader travels to Kavik on a convoy. Glenn builds a snow cave and stays on the mountain overnight. Andy rebuilds his wind turbine. Agnes and Chip travel home to Noorvik.
S7.E15 ∙ Glenn Villeneuve
Sixty-five miles above the Arctic Circle, in a sparse Brooks Range, Glenn Villeneuve has given up nearly all modern conveniences to carve out a life of freedom in the wild.
S8.E1 ∙ The Confrontation
Sue hunts a rogue wolverine that has been stalking Kavik. Glenn embarks on a long journey back to camp on foot. Andy checks his traps and catches a beaver. Chip makes bullets and goes ptarmigan hunting.
S8.E2 ∙ Blindsided
Sue gathers peat moss and reopens her greenhouse. Glenn finishes the long journey home. Andy prepares for the Yukon break-up. The Hailstones hunt for geese.
S8.E3 ∙ River of Rage
Sue experiences problems with her fuel system in Kavik. Glenn fishes and hunts for ducks. Andy deals with break-up in Eagle. Chip and Agnes hunt for caribou at camp.
S8.E4 ∙ Head Above Water
Sue fixes the loader and clears the runway at Kavik. Glenn crosses a freezing river to retrieve an old canoe. Andy builds and tests a kayak. The Hailstones move their camp and make a drying rack.
S8.E5 ∙ Against the Tide
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.
S8.E6 ∙ The Slow Grind
Sue crosses the river and goes fishing. Glenn travels up a mountain, scouts sheep, and rebuilds a blind. Andy builds a yurt with a young client. The Hailstones gather and cook eggs.
S8.E7 ∙ Midnight Sun
Sue sets up a new fuel system at Kavik. Glenn creates a safety system for his canoe. Andy heads to American Summit in search of bears and blueberries. Chip and Doug go on a caribou hunt.
S8.E8 ∙ Higher Ground
Sue goes on a caribou hunt in the Argo. Glenn climbs the highest mountain at Chandalar. Andy tends to his garden. The Hailstones harvest seals.
S9.E1 ∙ Unfamiliar Territory
Sue leaves Kavik for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Glenn gets creative to fall a tree near his cabin. Jessie races to get a fish wheel running before the season ends. Agnes and the girls go caribou hunting.
S9.E2 ∙ Howl of the Wild
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.
S9.E3 ∙ The 11th Hour
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.
S9.E4 ∙ Burn the Midnight Oil
Sue secures the runway at Kavik. Glenn embarks on a caribou hunt in the mountains. Jessie breaks new trail with his dogs and searches for ptarmigan. Andy builds and tests a new ice boat on the lake.
S9.E5 ∙ Arctic Super Moon
Sue forages for water sources around Kavik. Glenn chisels ice for his cold storage and observes an Arctic super moon. Jessie builds a new sled. Andy camps out and goes trapping for marten.
S9.E6 ∙ Winter's Grip
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.
S9.E7 ∙ Shelter from the Storm
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.
S9.E8 ∙ False Start
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.
S10.E1 ∙ Homecoming
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.
S10.E2 ∙ New Territory
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.
S10.E3 ∙ Facing Fears
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.
S10.E4 ∙ To Catch a King
Andy net fishes for king salmon. Jessie builds a raft for firewood. Glenn explores a primitive camp. The Hailstones go pole fishing at camp.
S10.E5 ∙ The Intruder
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.
S10.E6 ∙ Heavy Load
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.
S10.E7 ∙ The Widowmaker
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.
S10.E8 ∙ Close Encounter
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.
S11.E1 ∙ Changing of the Guard
Andy prepares for winter on the Yukon. Jessie trains for the Iditarod. Glenn prepares camp for his family's arrival. The Hailstones hunt moose and gather wood. Sue checks for predators.
S11.E2 ∙ End of the Rope
Sue prepares Kavik for a brutal winter storm. Andy constructs a new storage building. Glenn hunts a caribou to share with his family. The Hailstones go ice fishing.
S11.E3 ∙ No Guarantees
Sue sets up game cams at Kavik. Andy hunts for caribou. Jessie struggles to harvest water. Chip and Agnes set traps.
S11.E4 ∙ Arctic Harvest
Sue harvests water and makes a water heater. Andy processes caribou. Jessie collects wood. Chip and Carol hunt caribou.
S11.E5 ∙ Home Again
Sue experiments with a primitive hunting method for ptarmigan. Andy adjusts the new puppies to his sled team. Ricko discovers bear sign in his cabin. The Hailstones take baby Wade to snare rabbits.
S11.E6 ∙ The Great Unknown
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.
S11.E7 ∙ A Lesson Learned
Sue gathers resources at her property in Chena. Ricko must repair a vital communications tool in Huslia. Jessie goes on a rabbit hunting trip. Chip and Carol hunt ptarmigan.
S11.E8 ∙ Into the Storm
Sue must build new furniture from scratch. Ricko traps a dangerous foe. Jessie constructs a new workshop. The Hailstones journey through a treacherous storm.
S11.E9 ∙ Trail of Wolves
Sue makes a dangerous river crossing for ptarmigan. Ricko repairs damages from a bear. Jessie prepares for the Iditarod and makes a startling discovery. Chip scopes out predator tracks and hunts caribou at Kiwalik.
S11.E10 ∙ Trial by Fire
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.
S11.E11 ∙ Window of Opportunity
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.
S11.E12 ∙ Winds of Change
Glenn pursues caribou as his stores run dry. Ricko teaches his daughter to hunt geese. The Hailstones prepare for an intensifying winter. Sue must withstand a blizzard at Kavik.
S11.E13 ∙ The Burning Man
Agnes and Doug go on a traditional seal hunt. Glenn must dispose of a trespass cabin. Jessie hunts along the river for food and medicine. Sue brushes up on her survival skills.
S11.E14 ∙ Open Season
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.
S11.E15 ∙ The Great Changeover
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.
S11.E16 ∙ The Nightmare
The Hailstones continue to improvise structures to increase their odds of surviving the Kiwalik. Jessie gathers resources from the Nenana river. Sue ventures out to secure Kavik's perimeter. Finding havoc at his cabin in the woods, Ricko must reckon with a malevolent force stalking his family grounds.
S11.E17 ∙ Treading Water
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.
S11.E18 ∙ Highways of the Arctic
The Hailstones are forced to spend an unexpected night on the water. Sue battles strong river currents to source coal. Ricko net fishes with a family net. Jessie uses every means necessary to gather firewood.
S11.E19 ∙ Back in the Saddle
Andy returns home to pick up the pieces. Jessie must harvest salmon before the close of the fishing season. Sue searches the local waterways for winter food. The Hailstones gather key resources.
S11.E20 ∙ Race Against Time
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.
S11.E21 ∙ No One Fights Alone
Andy Bassich must secure clean water to grow vital crops. Sue Aikens stalks a herd of caribou to secure meat for the winter. The Hailstones gather and hunt in Kiwalik. Jessie Holmes returns to a familiar area to hunt a dangerous predator.
S11.E22 ∙ Cost of Winter
Ricko DeWilde heads out on a proxy moose hunt. Sue Aikens builds an arctic entryway. The Hailstones pass down family fishing techniques. Andy Bassich revives his land after his injury. Jessie Holmes works on cabin before conditions worsen.
S12.E1 ∙ Winds of Change
Sue pursues a bear. Jessie hunts small game. The Hailstones build a sled for baby Wade. Glenn hunts a moose.
S12.E2 ∙ The Burning Man
Sue wolverine-proofs her camp. Ricko hunts Moose. Jessie rescues his boat. The Hailstones prepare for winter.
S12.E3 ∙ Open Season
Sue searches for food. Ricko teaches his children to hunt. Jessie packs down a trail for his dogs. The Hailstones go ice fishing.
S12.E4 ∙ The Great Changeover
Sue secures her camp before a long trip. Ricko helps repair his uncle's cabin. Jessie competes in a sled dog race. The Hailstones prepare for an intense storm.
S12.E5 ∙ The Nightmare
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.
S12.E6 ∙ Treading Water
Sue continues to restore her cabin in Chena. Ricko travels with his son to their family cabin. Jessie gathers firewood. The Hailstones go muskox hunting.
S12.E7 ∙ Highways of the Arctic
Sue collects firewood. Ricko and his son Skyler go beaver trapping. Jessie explores his newly purchased land. The Hailstones move up river.
S12.E8 ∙ Back in the Saddle
Sue travels home to Kavik. Andy and Denise return to Eagle. Jessie prepares for the Iditarod. The Hailstones do chores in Kiwalik.
S12.E9 ∙ Race Against Time
Sue clears her runway of snow. Denise learns to dogsled. Jessie snares rabbits. Ricko teaches his son Skyler to hunt.
S12.E10 ∙ No One Fights Alone
Sue goes ptarmigan hunting. Andy and Denise battle jumble ice. Jessie races in the Iditarod.
S12.E11 ∙ Cost of Winter
Sue transports a new generator. Andy and Denise gather wood. Ricko and his kids hunt for muskrat. Chip and Agnes move camp.
S12.E12 ∙ Winters End
Sue hunts waterfowl. Andy and Denise fight the river breakup. Ricko and his kids hunt geese. The Hailstones hunt small game.
S12.E13 ∙ First Blood
Sue expands her garden. Andy and Denise hunt waterfowl. Ricko teaches his kids to hunt. The Hailstones go on an egg hunt.
S12.E14 ∙ Shock & Awe
Sue fixes her Nodwell. Andy and Denise install solar panels. Jessie repairs his boat. The Hailstones go fishing.
S12.E15 ∙ Domino Effect
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.
S12.E16 ∙ Bear Scare
Sue repurposes a snow melter. Ricko repairs his cabin. Jessie builds a new dock. The Hailstones go beachcombing.
S12.E17 ∙ New Country
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.
S12.E18 ∙ Beware the Wild
Sue builds a drainage system under her runway. Ricko explores old family land. Jessie sets up camp in Brushkana. The Hailstones go boating.
S12.E19 ∙ The New World
Sue travels to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Ricko hunts moose. Jessie builds a cabin in Brushkana. The Hailstones all gather in Kiwalik.
S13.E1 ∙ Adapt or Die
As winter's grip closes in on the Arctic, Alaskans must quickly prepare for the cold months ahead. Ricko DeWilde races against the freeze to fortify the family cabin. The Hailstones scout the land for seasonal resources. Sue Aikens must repair vital safety equipment before tundra storms arrive. Jessie Holmes heads into the wild to build a training outpost. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must seize a rare hunting opportunity.
S13.E2 ∙ Life and Death
As winter's grip closes in on the Arctic, Alaskans must quickly prepare for the cold months ahead. Ricko DeWilde races against the freeze to fortify the family cabin. The Hailstones scout the land for seasonal resources. Sue Aikens must repair vital safety equipment before tundra storms arrive. Jessie Holmes heads into the wild to build a training outpost. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must seize a rare hunting opportunity.
S13.E3 ∙ Taking Chances
As winter sets in, Alaskans must take advantage of seasonal opportunities in dangerous conditions, and in uncharted territories. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker attempt a harvest that isn't usually available this time of year. Iriqtaiq Hailstone sets out to help her sisters and to teach her son a native skill. Sue Aikens devises a new way to predict Kavik's deadly weather. And Ricko DeWilde heads to undiscovered country for a key harvest.
S13.E4 ∙ The Other Side
Alaskans must face their inner demons as they fight against the deepening cold and the dying of the light. Ricko DeWilde travels to cursed lands to finally lay his brother's spirit to rest. Sue Aikens ventures into the tundra to map the shifting landscape. Jessie Holmes trailblazes deep into the wilderness that surrounds his new homestead. And Andy and Denise race against the cold to complete the home of their dreams along the Yukon River.
S13.E5 ∙ Into the Night
Dark Winter has descended upon the Arctic to rule the land once more, bringing with it the deadly conditions and cruel temperatures of the long night. Sue Aikens must protect Kavik from the dangers that lurk in the shadows. The Hailstones use the cover of night to search for food under the ice. Jessie Holmes must shelter himself from the deadly freeze. And Ricko DeWilde is guided by the skills learned from his ancestors to survive the darkness.
S13.E6 ∙ Bone Cold
The Hailstones brave the freeze to seek new land for the expanding family. Sue Aikens must replenish her resources in Chena to survive the brutal cold. Jessie Holmes learns to harvest food amid the cold in his new surroundings. And Ricko DeWilde must keep his camp livable during a deadly cold front.
S13.E7 ∙ Man Down
In the Arctic, frigid temperatures, heavy snowfall, and unclear trails turn simple tasks into dangerous endeavors. The Hailstones are forced into action when one of their own suffers a critical injury on the ice. Jessie Holmes braves icy conditions to procure key resources. Sue Aikens labors to improve her hygiene and comfort in Chena. And Ricko DeWilde takes his children into the backcountry for survival lessons in the dead of winter.
S13.E8 ∙ Blood Lines
As winter rages on, Alaskans must conquer brutal temperatures, deep snow, and challenging terrains if they are to survive until Spring. Chip and Carol Hailstone combat brutal conditions on a critical hunt to replenish the family's food supply. Sue Aikens utilizes her time in Chena to upkeep and maintain the property's structures. And Jessie Holmes sets a trapline that he hopes will bring in vital income to support his remote lifestyle.
S14.E1 ∙ Bare Bones
Amidst a global pandemic, Alaskans will face unprecedented challenges during the brief summer months as they prepare for the coming winter. The Hailstones isolate at their camp in Kiwalik to seize seasonal harvests. Sue Aikens must scour the tundra to secure food to survive. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker battle the Yukon River to get needed supplies. And Ricko DeWilde and his children encounter danger on a voyage through the heart of Alaska.
S14.E2 ∙ The Big Catch
Amid the long days of the arctic summer, Alaskans must learn new ways to survive, and re-learn old lessons of generations past. Ricko DeWilde teaches his children to survive in the wild as they journey to Huslia. Sue Aikens updates her camp to improve her comfort. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must fix a costly mistake that threatens their chances at securing food. And the Hailstones use an ancient native tool to seize a brief opportunity.
S14.E3 ∙ Bad Bones
For those living in the Arctic, the endless summer daylight must be used efficiently if they wish to survive the impending winter. Jessie Holmes must build a bridge to gain access to the land beyond his home. Sue Aikens makes critical updates to the facilities in Kavik. The Hailstones set out for a key yet brief traditional hunt. And Ricko DeWilde enlists the help of his children to rebuild a useful family relic.
S14.E4 ∙ Inside Out
For Alaskans, survival under the midnight sun will require them to seize every waking moment. Sue Aikens must take advantage of a rare chance for food that has wandered into Kavik. The Hailstones turn to building a native structure to improve their hygiene in the remote wilderness. Jessie Holmes must improve the comfort of his kennel before training season. And Ricko DeWilde must remove an immediate threat to his family's safety in Huslia.
S14.E5 ∙ Past Lives
As summer's resources become scarce, Alaskans seize the long days to further their ability to survive the harsh landscape. Andy Bassich brings Denise Becker to an area rich in resources and fond memories. Ricko DeWilde shows his children how to harvest food from the rivers for an Athabaskan delicacy. The Hailstones turn to an old pastime to keep their culture alive. And Jessie Holmes must protect a key resource from the elements.
S14.E6 ∙ Full Circle
With summer in full swing, Alaskans work to secure lasting legacies, and connect with age-old traditions in their wild homeland of the Arctic. Sue Aikens tracks the abundance of creatures roaming around her camp. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker hope to build a lasting legacy along the Yukon River. Ricko DeWilde teaches his children the value of natural resources. And the Hailstones welcome a new arrival to their remote Kiwalik camp.
S14.E8 ∙ Dead Weight
Alaskans must capitalize on the remaining days of summer and complete vital tasks that will be impossible when the onslaught of winter returns. The Hailstones are faced with a life or death decision in high tide. Ricko DeWilde enlists the aid of his children to maintain the family homestead. Jessie Holmes finds new ways to harvest and stockpile food for winter survival. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker set out to hunt using ancient means.
S14.E9 ∙ Second Nature
Under winter's shadow, Alaskans toil to secure scarce food and opportunity in the final fertile days of summer. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker reckon with the sudden loss of a vital resource. Sue Aikens must change her plans after encountering an unexpected bounty on the tundra. Ricko DeWilde teaches his children the value of hard work, and its just rewards. And Jessie Holmes heads into unexplored country to train his team of sled dogs.
S14.E10 ∙ Young Guns
As summer gives way to fall, Alaskans rely on tested traditions to survive the times and prepare for the coming winter. Jessie Holmes heads to the high country on the quest for food. Ricko DeWilde takes his children out on the open waters for a vital lesson in bush survival. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must protect a key aspect of their lifestyle. And the Hailstones set out for a traditional hunt that will prepare them for the winter ahead.
S14.E11 ∙ Lost and Found
Now in the midst of the fall season, Alaskans work tirelessly to prepare for winter's return. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker set out for a key harvest. Sue Aikens braces key structures in camp for winter's wrath. Jessie Holmes says a final goodbye to a place he once called home. The Hailstones harvest the last of the season's resources before they return to the village. And Ricko DeWilde prepares for the most critical hunt of the year.
S15.E1 ∙ Brink of Water
As winter's grip closes in on the Arctic, Alaskans must quickly prepare for the cold months ahead. Ricko DeWilde races against the freeze to fortify the family cabin. The Hailstones scout the land for seasonal resources. Sue Aikens must repair vital safety equipment before tundra storms arrive. Jessie Holmes heads into the wild to build a training outpost. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must seize a rare hunting opportunity.
S15.E2 ∙ Life & Death
With the Arctic already freezing, Alaskans must ready themselves for the looming winter or risk facing the cold darkness unprepared. Sue Aikens must hunt for caribou before they disappear from the tundra. Jessie Holmes scouts his new land for future hunting grounds. The Hailstones channel their past to make things comfortable for their new additions. And Ricko DeWilde's children learn important survival lessons in the Huslia wilderness.
S15.E3 ∙ Taking Chances
As winter sets in, Alaskans must take advantage of seasonal opportunities in dangerous conditions, and in uncharted territories. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker attempt a harvest that isn't usually available this time of year. Iriqtaiq Hailstone sets out to help her sisters and to teach her son a native skill. Sue Aikens devises a new way to predict Kavik's deadly weather. And Ricko DeWilde heads to undiscovered country for a key harvest.
S15.E4 ∙ The Other Side
Alaskans must face their inner demons as they fight against the deepening cold and the dying of the light. Ricko DeWilde travels to cursed lands to finally lay his brother's spirit to rest. Sue Aikens ventures into the tundra to map the shifting landscape. Jessie Holmes trailblazes deep into the wilderness that surrounds his new homestead. And Andy and Denise race against the cold to complete the home of their dreams along the Yukon River.
S15.E5 ∙ Into the Night
Dark Winter has descended upon the Arctic to rule the land once more, bringing with it the deadly conditions and cruel temperatures of the long night. Sue Aikens must protect Kavik from the dangers that lurk in the shadows. The Hailstones use the cover of night to search for food under the ice. Jessie Holmes must shelter himself from the deadly freeze. And Ricko DeWilde is guided by the skills learned from his ancestors to survive the darkness.
S15.E6 ∙ Bone Cold
In the heart of winter, Alaskans face bone-chilling temperatures as they struggle to survive in one of the world's most inhospitable regions. The Hailstones brave the freeze to seek new land for the expanding family. Sue Aikens must replenish her resources in Chena to survive the brutal cold. Jessie Holmes learns to harvest food amid the cold in his new surroundings. And Ricko DeWilde must keep his camp livable during a deadly cold front.
S15.E7 ∙ Man Down
In the Arctic, frigid temperatures, heavy snowfall, and unclear trails turn simple tasks into dangerous endeavors. The Hailstones are forced into action when one of their own suffers a critical injury on the ice. Jessie Holmes braves icy conditions to procure key resources. Sue Aikens labors to improve her hygiene and comfort in Chena. And Ricko DeWilde takes his children into the backcountry for survival lessons in the dead of winter.
S15.E8 ∙ Blood Lines
As winter rages on, Alaskans must conquer brutal temperatures, deep snow, and challenging terrains if they are to survive until Spring. Chip and Carol Hailstone combat brutal conditions on a critical hunt to replenish the family's food supply. Sue Aikens utilizes her time in Chena to upkeep and maintain the property's structures. And Jessie Holmes sets a trapline that he hopes will bring in vital income to support his remote lifestyle.
S16.E1 ∙ Bare Bones
Amidst a global pandemic, Alaskans will face unprecedented challenges during the brief summer months as they prepare for the coming winter. The Hailstones isolate at their camp in Kiwalik to seize seasonal harvests. Sue Aikens must scour the tundra to secure food to survive. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker battle the Yukon River to get needed supplies. And Ricko DeWilde and his children encounter danger on a voyage through the heart of Alaska.
S16.E2 ∙ The Big Catch
Amid the long days of the arctic summer, Alaskans must learn new ways to survive, and re-learn old lessons of generations past. Ricko DeWilde teaches his children to survive in the wild as they journey to Huslia. Sue Aikens updates her camp to improve her comfort. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must fix a costly mistake that threatens their chances at securing food. And the Hailstones use an ancient native tool to seize a brief opportunity.
S16.E3 ∙ Bad Bones
For those living in the Arctic, the endless summer daylight must be used efficiently if they wish to survive the impending winter. Jessie Holmes must build a bridge to gain access to the land beyond his home. Sue Aikens makes critical updates to the facilities in Kavik. The Hailstones set out for a key yet brief traditional hunt. And Ricko DeWilde enlists the help of his children to rebuild a useful family relic.
S16.E4 ∙ Inside Out
For Alaskans, survival under the midnight sun will require them to seize every waking moment. Sue Aikens must take advantage of a rare chance for food that has wandered into Kavik. The Hailstones turn to building a native structure to improve their hygiene in the remote wilderness. Jessie Holmes must improve the comfort of his kennel before training season. And Ricko DeWilde must remove an immediate threat to his family's safety in Huslia.
S16.E5 ∙ Past Lives
As summer's resources become scarce, Alaskans seize the long days to further their ability to survive the harsh landscape. Andy Bassich brings Denise Becker to an area rich in resources and fond memories. Ricko DeWilde shows his children how to harvest food from the rivers for an Athabaskan delicacy. The Hailstones turn to an old pastime to keep their culture alive. And Jessie Holmes must protect a key resource from the elements.
S16.E6 ∙ Full Circle
With summer in full swing, Alaskans work to secure lasting legacies, and connect with age-old traditions in their wild homeland of the Arctic. Sue Aikens tracks the abundance of creatures roaming around her camp. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker hope to build a lasting legacy along the Yukon River. Ricko DeWilde teaches his children the value of natural resources. And the Hailstones welcome a new arrival to their remote Kiwalik camp.
S16.E7 ∙ Sky's the Limit
Arctic residents must seize the remaining days of summer for a chance at completing vital tasks before the long winter returns. The Hailstones work to repair a vital piece of equipment for their hunting grounds. Sue Aikens contends with the dangers of the tundra while hunting for small game. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker look to improve their odds during future hunts. And Jessie Holmes welcomes the next generation of sled dogs into his kennel.
S16.E8 ∙ Dead Weight
Alaskans must capitalize on the remaining days of summer and complete vital tasks that will be impossible when the onslaught of winter returns. The Hailstones are faced with a life or death decision in high tide. Ricko DeWilde enlists the aid of his children to maintain the family homestead. Jessie Holmes finds new ways to harvest and stockpile food for winter survival. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker set out to hunt using ancient means.
S16.E9 ∙ Second Nature
Under winter's shadow, Alaskans toil to secure scarce food and opportunity in the final fertile days of summer. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker reckon with the sudden loss of a vital resource. Sue Aikens must change her plans after encountering an unexpected bounty on the tundra. Ricko DeWilde teaches his children the value of hard work, and its just rewards. And Jessie Holmes heads into unexplored country to train his team of sled dogs.
S16.E10 ∙ Young Guns
As summer gives way to fall, Alaskans rely on tested traditions to survive the times and prepare for the coming winter. Jessie Holmes heads to the high country on the quest for food. Ricko DeWilde takes his children out on the open waters for a vital lesson in bush survival. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must protect a key aspect of their lifestyle. And the Hailstones set out for a traditional hunt that will prepare them for the winter ahead.
S16.E11 ∙ Lost and Found
Now in the midst of the fall season, Alaskans work tirelessly to prepare for winter's return. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker set out for a key harvest. Sue Aikens braces key structures in camp for winter's wrath. Jessie Holmes says a final goodbye to a place he once called home. The Hailstones harvest the last of the season's resources before they return to the village. And Ricko DeWilde prepares for the most critical hunt of the year.
S17.E1 ∙ Winter's Surprise
Winter has returned to Alaska, forcing arctic residents to adapt to deadly conditions and new, dangerous challenges that threaten their survival. Ricko DeWilde travels to ancient lands to seize new resources. Sue Aikens encounters an apex predator on the tundra. Jessie Holmes seeks to improve his comfort in Brushkana. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker break trail in deadly terrain. And the Hailstones welcome a new addition to their remote lifestyle.
S17.E2 ∙ Breaking Trail
As winter's grip in the Arctic strengthens, Alaskans are forced to react if they are to stay ahead of the freeze and avoid an icy demise. Ricko DeWilde teaches his son a vital aspect of the survival of the Athabaskan people. Jessie Holmes embarks on a critical hunt in the Brushkana wilderness. The Hailstones break a new trail to improve their safety in Kiwalik. And Sue Aikens must protect a key piece of equipment from the coming wrath of winter.
S17.E3 ∙ Cold Harvest
As the deep freeze sets in, Alaskans brave cruel temperatures and deadly terrain as they rush to complete vital tasks that will aid their survival. Jessie Holmes heads into the wild to find a new winter resource. Ricko DeWilde must protect an ancient native meeting camp from a local threat. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker move their dogs closer to their home for protection. And the Hailstones embark on their first caribou hunt of the season.
S17.E4 ∙ Cold Rage
Ferocious storms have overtaken the Arctic, threatening the survival of those living off-grid as they enter Dark Winter. Sue Aikens braves the elements for a critical food source. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker face crippling damages to their camp from a vicious tempest. Jessie Holmes races against the clock to secure transportation for the winter. And the Hailstones step into the heart of the storm to restock their depleted wood supply.
S17.E5 ∙ Creature of the Night
In the midst of Dark Winter, Arctic residents must brace for subzero temperatures, lean times, and the dangers that lurk in the shadows. Sue Aikens must protect defend her home from an apex predator. Jessie Holmes battles deadly temperatures to secure winter food for his sled dogs. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker encounter an unexpected windfall in the wilderness. And Ricko DeWilde teaches his son Skyler a final lesson at the Selawik Hot Springs.
S17.E6 ∙ Whiteout
With limited daylight during Dark Winter, Alaskans must brave cruel temperatures to secure the resources needed for their survival. Sue Aikens heads out on the tundra in search of "liquid gold." Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must train the next generation of lead dogs. Ricko DeWilde returns to Huslia alone to harvest key resources. And the Hailstones get caught in a brutal whiteout while gathering firewood.
S17.E7 ∙ Fast Food
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. Sue Aikens contends with hungry predators as she searches for food. Jessie Holmes trains the next generation of sled dogs. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker attempt to create a new power source. And Ricko DeWilde replenishes resources at a key shelter in the Huslia wilderness.
S17.E8 ∙ Cold Crusade
Despite the deepening Arctic cold, those living off-grid must constantly brave the elements and the unknown of the natural landscape. Jessie Holmes embarks on a crucial hunt in an unfamiliar region. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker encounter the unexpected while on an epic journey. Chip Hailstone builds a mega-trap to secure vital furs for his family's survival. And Ricko DeWilde travels into the past to secure heat for his cabin.
S17.E9 ∙ Winter Reigns
As the freeze wanes in the Arctic, winter does not go quietly into the night. Amidst a heavy snowfall, Jessie Holmes races to prepare for the seasons ahead. Sue Aikens must fix a fault in her fuel system while risking frostbite and hypothermia. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker travel great distances on dicey terrain in hopes of procuring a key resource. And the Hailstones struggle with their machinery and low visibility on a hunt for small game.
S17.E10 ∙ Bad Break
Inhabitants of the Alaskan bush are faced with adversity as they confront the unknown in the dead of winter. Ricko DeWilde welcomes his youngest son, Keenan, to the Huslia wilderness. Sue Aikens travels to an unfamiliar area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The Hailstones are met with a grim reality while on the hunt for a key food source. And Jessie Holmes contends with an early awakening of the Brushkana waterways.
S17.E11 ∙ The Beast
As winter comes to an end, Alaskans must push through the cold as they prepare for daylight's return. Sue Aikens searches for food in her final hours in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Jessie Holmes breaks down his remote camp before awakening predators can destroy it. Ricko DeWilde draws upon a fond childhood memory as he teaches his kids how to endure the cold. And Chip Hailstone is confronted with a blinding storm in Kiwalik.
S18.E1 ∙ Swept Away
The Arctic Spring in Alaska comes with hard work, new resources, and new dangers. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker race against the clock to ensure their safety during the Yukon River breakup. Ricko DeWilde travels upriver with three of his kids, scouring the region for spring game along the way. Sue Aikens harnesses the power of melting ice to secure running water for camp. And Jessie Holmes expands his homestead to provide vital nutrition.
S18.E2 ∙ Something Out There
Ricko and his dog Diamond look for a bear that has been raiding their cabin. Sue builds a chicken coop. The Hailstones work on their hunting and fishing equipment during a cold spell.
S18.E3 ∙ Raging Waters
As temperatures warm in the Arctic, the landscape and waterways are returning to life, and Alaskans must seize all opportunities under the sun. Ricko DeWilde watches his eldest son, Skyler, become a provider. Jessie Holmes tests a new method of travel on the Brushkana waters. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker try to pump vital water into camp. And the Hailstones discover ancient artifacts during an ancestral spring tradition.
S18.E4 ∙ Open Wounds
As the arctic summer progresses, Alaskans must utilize the sun-drenched days to learn valuable lessons of survival. Sue Aikens strives to blend in with the tundra during a critical hunt. With 5 of his kids joining him at camp, Ricko DeWilde teaches them ancient fishing techniques. Jessie Holmes deals with the aftermath of a severe injury. And the Hailstone family sets out to retrieve a lost item that was swept away by the Kiwalik tides.
S18.E5 ∙ Chasing Ghosts
With Alaska in bloom, its residents must continue to utilize their days to pursue resources and opportunities to fortify their homesteads. Sue Aikens chases the ghosts of the tundra. Ricko DeWilde takes his son, Skyler, on an adventure through the wilderness as the boy transitions into adulthood. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker begin construction on a new, critical structure. And Chip Hailstone must rely on family as he travels unknown waters.
S18.E6 ∙ Fire in the Sky
As autumn approaches, residents of the Arctic take advantage of unseasonably mild conditions.
S18.E7 ∙ A Hunt to Remember
Erratic weather patterns force Alaskans to come up with creative ways to obtain the food they need to subsist through the coming winter months. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must improve their garden to contend with summer rains. The Hailstones embark on a critical hunt through flooded rivers. Ricko DeWilde teaches his children key lessons on a journey through the Alaskan interior. And Sue Aikens tracks an opportunity for food on the tundra.
S18.E8 ∙ Rite of Passage
The changeover is underway in the Arctic, and Alaskans must navigate through the fall if they are to survive the brutal winter ahead. Ricko DeWilde's son, Skyler, proves himself as a subsistence hunter. Jessie Holmes readies his cabin for the coming winter. The Hailstones are faced with an early freeze-up in Kiwalik. Sue Aikens shores up camp before winter storms arrive. And Denise Becker and Andy Bassich search the Yukon River for big game.
S19.E1 ∙ Blood on the Ground
During the brief fall season, Alaskans brave the dangers of the Arctic to stockpile resources before dark winter returns to claim the landscape. Sue Aikens confronts a nemesis from years past. Ricko DeWilde embarks on a crucial hunt with his eldest daughter, Simone. Jessie Holmes travels the Denali highway before winter closes the road system. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker search for big game along the Yukon River.
S19.E2 ∙ The Dead of Night
The prospect of a long, brutal winter forces residents of Alaska to make use of the final days of the brief Arctic fall season. Sue Aikens tracks a deadly foe in Kavik. The Hailstones embark on a traditional task ahead of the freeze. Jessie Holmes adds a vital comfort to his remote camp. And Ricko Dewilde guides his youngest children through the wilderness for a key lesson in survival.
S19.E3 ∙ Frigid Fortitudes
As winter's presence descends upon Alaska, its residents endure battles of wit and nature, learning valuable lessons from both as they progress. Sue Aikens provides guidance to her closest neighbors. The Hailstones battle the elements to save their essential equipment. Jessie Holmes heads to the high country in search of food. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker seize a reprieve in winter tasks.
S19.E4 ∙ Shadow Dwellers
Residents of Alaska race to secure any and all loose ends before winter tightens its grip on the Arctic. Sue Aikens must send a message to a dangerous predator. Denise Becker learns a vital skill that will aid her independence in isolation. Chip Hailstone constructs a key piece of equipment for his family's survival. And Jessie Holmes looks to further shield his camp from the brutal Arctic elements.
S19.E5 ∙ A Storm to Remember
Alaskans must confront their past while conquering the present to survive the darkest, coldest part of winter. The Hailstones are forced to wait out a winter storm. Sue Aikens takes to the tundra to replenish her supply of critical medicines. Jessie Holmes travels to his old stomping grounds in Nenana for a sought-after food source. And Ricko DeWilde's past resurfaces as he reminisces on a lost loved one during a crucial journey.
S19.E6 ∙ Into the Freeze
Alaskans seek out vital resources amid a deep freeze in the heart of Dark Winter, pushing through temperatures well below zero. Sue Aikens faces deadly conditions as she struggles to move essential equipment for her business in Kavik. The Hailstones must seize a reprieve from recent storms to hunt crucial game. Jessie Holmes travels through low visibilty to reach a safe haven. And Ricko DeWilde sets out into the cold for a time-honored harvest.
S19.E7 ∙ Burdens of Winter
For Alaskans living remotely, even menial tasks can feel like venturing into dark winter's abyss. Ricko DeWilde's quest for essential meat and fur is thwarted by an age-old Athabaskan superstition. Sue Aikens must ensure Kavik can continue as a safety depot in the wilderness. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker go to extremes to do a task taken for granted in the lower 48. And the Hailstones camp out in the tree line as they seek vital resources.
S19.E8 ∙ Hard Lessons, Lasting Impressions
As the sun slowly returns to the Arctic, Alaskans break trail and hunt for their survival ahead of the looming thaw. Sue Aikens learns of an imminent danger. In Eagle, Denise Becker breaks trail on her own to learn to navigate the landscape without her partner. Agnes and Chip Hailstone dig deep in Kiwalik to protect their meat from the elements. And Ricko DeWilde and his sons utilize the warmer weather in Huslia to search for a late winter meal.
S19.E9 ∙ Can't Change the Fear
Alaskan residents embrace the changing seasons in the Arctic and must take crucial steps to preserve their lifestyle ahead of the spring thaw. Sue Aikens must face a deep fear to expand her access to the tundra. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker make a heartbreaking sacrifice when an old system fails them. Ricko DeWilde takes stock of his hunting prospects. And the Hailstones' search for fish grinds to a halt before it can begin.
S19.E10 ∙ Snared
As winter's edge approaches, the race is on for Alaskans to complete the last of their tasks before the landscape and waterways thaw. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker secure a vital resource for the coming summer. Sue Aikens explores the tundra in her new vehicle. Ricko DeWilde teaches his daughters a key lesson before the snow melts. And the Hailstones begin a treacherous journey back to the village of Noorvik.
S19.E11 ∙ Forbidden Lands
As Spring weather begins poking through the clouds, secluded Alaskans must venture into their ever-changing landscapes for survival necessities. Ricko Dewilde sets out for a critical hunt on once-forbidden land. Andy and Denise train a new lead sled dog and explore the frozen canyons around them. Sue Aikens goes on a wild goose chase on the tundra. And Chip Hailstone embarks on a final winter hunt for an elusive prey.
S20.E1 ∙ Women of the North
With the sun returning to the Arctic, the women who reside off the grid must seize any opportunity to hunt for game during the brief warm season. Denise Becker sets out to capitalize on the open waters. The Hailstone sisters reunite for the first salmon run of the year. Skarlett DeWilde learns the strength of her heritage as an Athabaskan woman. And Sue Aikens tracks an elusive nemesis for the opportunity of a lifetime on the tundra.
S20.E2 ∙ Break Up Time is Wake Up Time
Alaskans emerge from a long winter and seize new opportunities to travel, hunt, and farm while facing the dangers of a thawing earth. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker brave the breakup of river ice for a spring hunt. Carol Hailstone leads an annual native hunt to secure winter meat and oils. Ricko DeWilde dodges ice in the wetlands. And Jessie Holmes prepares his land for a new venture that he hopes will become a renewable food source.
S20.E3 ∙ The Burden of Possessions
With temperatures on the rise, Alaskans must overlook the beauty of spring and focus on the short window to better their odds at survival. Ricko DeWilde and his son, Skyler, set out on a rare spring hunt for an Athabaskan ritual. Sue Aikens races the clock to establish a new tundra garden. The Hailstones welcome Carol back to Kiwalik camp. And Andy Bassich and Denise Becker track a predator through the wilderness along the Yukon River.
S20.E4 ∙ Trials & Tributaries
As the warm season continues, Alaskans contend with the annual environmental changes that shift the daily struggles and rewards of their environment. Sue Aikens sets out to protect the tundra's delicate ecosystem. In Huslia, Ricko DeWilde's sons flourish during a critical spring hunt. The Hailstone family grapples with an unintended catch during their annual fishing season. And Jessie Holmes builds a key addition to his Brushkana camp.
S20.E5 ∙ Strange New World
The last few weeks of summer are upon Alaskans, bringing the need for hunting, fishing, and harvesting their bounty. In Kavik, Sue Aikens embarks on a covert mission to creatively lure her prey. Ricko DeWilde's eldest son, Skyler, proves his mettle as a provider on new land. Jessie Holmes heads to a nearby lake to secure a meal. And the Hailstones bring their newest fisherman out on a seasonal quest for food on the Kiwalik waterways.
S20.E6 ∙ A Game of Chance
As the Arctic Summer wanes, Alaskans must seize any remaining daylight to make final improvements to their lifestyles before the deep cold returns. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker embark on a project that is years in the making. Sue Aikens must outfit her new vehicle to properly transport critical meat. Jessie Holmes trains his new canine friend to become a better hunting companion. And Ricko DeWilde and his sons look for fish on the North Slope.
S20.E7 ∙ Last Taste of Summer
As summer wanes, Alaskans must seize final harvests before Dark Winter returns to the landscape. Ricko DeWilde embarks on a solo hunt using an ancient yet reliable means of transportation. Sue Aikens looks to capitalize on seasonal resources. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker continue a massive project that will minimize their carbon footprint. And the Hailstones try their hand at bringing in a new food source from the Kiwalik waterways.
S20.E8 ∙ The Pursuit
As the brief Fall season dwindles, Alaskans must race to secure resources and finalize projects before the deep cold returns to reclaim the Arctic. Ricko DeWilde embarks on a critical hunt for Athabaskan elders. Sue Aikens tracks an apex predator across the Kavik tundra. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker finally put their new boat to the test. The Hailstones seize the last of Kiwalik's fall resources. And Jessie Holmes expands his home in Brushkana.
S21.E1 ∙ Pulled from the Darkness
Alaskans enter a new dawn in the Arctic winter. Sue Aikens braves a storm to pursue a critical resource. Jessie Holmes attempts to recover from a near-death experience. Ricko DeWilde navigates thin ice in search of a culturally significant protein source. And Cole Sturgis enlists the help of his young daughters to secure a needed meal in the rugged yet majestic Southeast.
S21.E2 ∙ Like Ghosts
Alaskan residents labor their way through dark winter's challenges and make their own luck from loss. Ricko DeWilde takes his son Skyler on a quest to fish under the ice. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker search for essential food for their dogs. The Hailstones create a piece of native Inupiaq artwork. And Cole Sturgis heads into the rugged forest of the Southeast on a critical hunt.
