Life Below Zero

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End of the Road May 20, 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.

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Hunt, Barter and Steal May 27, 2013 Sue heads home after recovering from an injury, only to find that her fuel supply has been stolen. Elsewhere, Chip and Agnes are unable to access their hunting grounds and are forced to barter their supplies.

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Winter's Edge Jun 3, 2013 Sue sets up hand lines between her most important buildings and prepares firearms as a blizzard approaches. Elsewhere, Erik collects water and wood.

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Wolf at the Door Jun 10, 2013 A wolf approaches Sue's cabin; Chip's snow machine breaks down; and Erik hunts for lynx.

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Blood, Sweat and Fear Jun 17, 2013 Sue runs low on fuel and calls for an air delivery, but mechanical trouble and an impending winter storm make travel difficult. Elsewhere, Erik deals with a crafty wolf.

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There Be Monsters Jun 24, 2013 Kate and Andy collect lumber for their homestead before celebrating her birthday; Chip and Agnes go hunting.

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Cold, Dark and Alone Jul 1, 2013 Sue gets a rare hunting opportunity when a flock of birds end up in her yard; Erik has a snow-machine accident while out setting traps.

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Hunt or Be Hunted Oct 30, 2013 The second season begins with Andy dealing with a dangerous predator as hibernation season ends for the local wildlife. Also: Chip and Agnes hunt for fur; and Sue works to stock her freezer before the end of bear season.

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The Meltdown Nov 6, 2013 The runway strip is threatened by runoff from melting snow that could halt vital business for Sue's camp. Elsewhere, Chip and Agnes commence on a fishing expedition with their children.

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The Mess of Success Nov 13, 2013 Sue deals with last-minute emergencies while preparing for customers to stay at her camp; Andy and Kate build a greenhouse for growing food supplies.

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Hungry Country Nov 20, 2013 Glenn runs low on provisions and decides to go fishing to replenish his supplies. Elsewhere, Sue investigates a strange sight on the horizon and then tries to collect coal.

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No Time To Lose Nov 27, 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.

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Long Road Home Dec 4, 2013 Due to a shortage of food, Glenn is forced to travel from Chandalar to Fairbanks.

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Winter's Warning Apr 18, 2014 In the third-season premiere, Sue is forced to face a painful memory when she crosses paths with a grizzly bear. Elsewhere, the Bassichs set up a fishing wheel to feed their sled dogs; the Hailstones run into trouble net fishing; and Erik travels to Kodiak Island to hunt for food.

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Through the Darkness Apr 10, 2014 NGC follows six Alaskans as they fight through the freeze, the dark winter, the break up and the thaw. Then, as they spend summer preparing to do it all again.

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Deadly Grounds Apr 25, 2014 Erik goes hunting for mountain goats on Kodiak Island; Andy plans to down a moose with a homemade bullet; Sue tries her luck with a herd of caribou; and Chip and Agnes stock up for winter.

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Dark Times Ahead May 2, 2014 The Hailstones hunt for a moose to keep them fed during the winter; Sue hurries to close up camp before the freeze starts; Andy looks for beavers along the Yukon; and Erik tries to trap a fox.

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Calling the Wild May 9, 2014 Andy is forced to cut a new trail to his hunting grounds; Sue waits for a fuel delivery before beginning her nine months of isolation; trapping season is off to a bad start for Erik; and the Hailstones hurry to complete their winter preparations.

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Fire and Ice May 16, 2014 Andy and Kate teach a visitor survival skills; Sue fortifies her camp against hungry bears; Erik attempts to keep his food out of the reach of wild animals; and the Hailstones go on a seal hunt.

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Thin Ice May 23, 2014 Andy and Kate work on training their sled dogs; Sue worries about predators and fuel usage during an interlude of warmer weather; and the Hailstones are prevented from ice fishing when the river fails to freeze over.

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The Awakening Nov 5, 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

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The Waiting Game Nov 12, 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

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Opportunity Knocks Nov 19, 2014 Hailstone's daughters hunt for caribou; Andy finds ways to reduce his physical labor; Glen tries out a new tool; and Sue searches for produce items.

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The Harvest Nov 26, 2014 Sue tries her hand at fishing when she falls short of the food supplies she needs for surviving the winter. read

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Sink or Swim Dec 3, 2014 Food is stockpiled in preparation for the oncoming freeze.

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Ticking Clock Dec 10, 2014 Alaskans stockpile necessary supplies for the coming months with winter quickly approaching.

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Last Minute Push Dec 17, 2014 Pressure is building with the last-minute push to prepare for winter.

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Ready or Not Apr 10, 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.

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Armed for Winter Apr 17, 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.

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Out of Control Apr 24, 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.

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Out of Control May 1, 2015 Alaskans prepare for the winter months; hunting moose; ice fishing; cabin repairs and procedures.

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The Unknown May 8, 2015 Investigating squatters; collecting firewood; braving thin ice to harvest whitefish.

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Darkness Falls May 15, 2015 With dark winter just around the corner, Alaskans continue preparing for the winter months.

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Alone in the Dark May 22, 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.

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The Resurrection Nov 25, 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.

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The Bottom Line Dec 2, 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.

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Running on Empty Dec 9, 2015 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.

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Red Flag Dec 16, 2015 Technical issues sideline Sue, while weather issues cause the Hailstones to buckle down. Glenn and Jessie find an abundance of food and resources.

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Predator Control Dec 23, 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.

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Divide and Conquer Dec 30, 2015 Alaskans must divide and conquer to stockpile resources for the long winter ahead. We follow Sue, Chip, Jessie and others in their preparations.

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Under the Gun Jan 6, 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.

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On the Edge Apr 8, 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.

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Pride and Power Apr 15, 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.

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Falling Apart Apr 22, 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.

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Deadly Tracks Apr 29, 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.

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Breaking Through May 6, 2016 The Arctic’s late freeze presents unique challenges for Alaskans as they attempt to gather food and resources for survival.

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Shakedown May 13, 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.

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Ghosts of Winter May 20, 2016 The looming arrival of dark winter forces Alaskans to tackle various obstacles to ensure a prosperous season.

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The Confrontation Oct 19, 2016 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.

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Blindsided Oct 26, 2016 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.

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River of Rage Nov 2, 2016 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.

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Head Above Water Nov 16, 2016 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.

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Against the Tide Nov 23, 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.

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The Slow Grind Nov 30, 2016 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.

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Midnight Sun Dec 7, 2016 Sue must bury her new electric cables to protect them from outside forces. Delayed by a rainstorm, Andy takes a break from hunting and picks blueberries.

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Unfamiliar Territory Jul 14, 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.

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Howl of the Wild Jul 13, 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.

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The 11th Hour Jul 28, 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.

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Burn the Midnight Oil Aug 4, 2017 Amid dark winter’s deadly conditions, Alaskans must capitalize on the brief hours of daylight to complete necessary tasks for their survival.

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Arctic Super Moon Aug 11, 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.

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Winter's Grip Aug 18, 2017 Alaskans battle an unusually low snowfall and lack of precipitation in dark winter to protect their resources and travel uncertain terrain.

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Shelter from the Storm Aug 25, 2017 Alaskans learn new survival skills as winter loses its grip on the Arctic landscape.

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Homecoming Jan 2, 2018 As warming temperatures heat up the Arctic, Alaskans take advantage of the sun's return and head out onto ice, water and land for resources.

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New Territory Jan 5, 2018 Daylight for 24-hours in the spring allows Alaskans to work nonstop to prepare for winter.

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Facing Fears Jan 12, 2018 With only a brief window between breakup and winter, Alaskans scramble to complete chores that will make life easier when the deep chill returns.

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To Catch a King Jan 19, 2018 In the Arctic, Alaskans rely on the surrounding waterways to provide quick transportation and valuable resources throughout the warm summer months.

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The Intruder Jan 26, 2018 With warm conditions in the Arctic, Alaskans brave the land and waterways to hunt for fresh food and gather supplies to improve their homesteads.

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Heavy Load Feb 2, 2018 With summer waning, Alaskans must prepare their bodies and minds for what lies ahead.

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The Widowmaker Feb 9, 2018 As summer turns to fall, Alaskans go to great lengths to accumulate food and supplies before the landscape plunges into a monthslong frozen darkness.