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Great Wild North

In the frozen wilderness that borders Alaska and the Yukon, a group of brave souls pursue an ancient and dangerous way of life. For these men, women and their families, winter trapping is not only a deep passion–it's their job. And they risk their lives to do it. In temperatures that reach 40 below—where skin freezes, snowmobiles break down, daylight fades fast, thin ice looms and predators are a constant threat—one wrong move can cost you everything. Centuries ago, trapping and fur trading played a vital role in the expansion of North America's western frontier. Today, these fearless men and women are trying to uphold that legacy, living on the land and off the grid. At peace in the great outdoors, they trap during the legally sanctioned season which, in Alaska and the Yukon, runs just four months in the dead of winter. Deep in the bush, the pressure is on to get iron in the ground and catch fur. They must also navigate the inhospitable terrain on the trap line, which features deadly half-frozen rivers, brutal wind storms, and wolf packs. Miles from the nearest town, help is never close by.

But these diehards are undeterred. They've spent their life mastering the skills needed to survive and carve out a living in one of the most hostile places on earth. And they will protect their way of life at any cost. Welcome to the Great Wild North.

Show Info

Network: United States History (2015 - 2015)
Schedule: Thursdays at 23:00 (60 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type: Documentary
Episodes ordered: 8 episodes

Official site: www.history.com

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Previous Episode

Last Chance

Episode 1x08; Dec 10, 2015

With temperatures rising and animals on the move, trappers are racing to take advantage of the best hunting conditions of the season before time runs out. In Matsen Creek, Cor makes one final push before heading home to his family.

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x08: Last ChanceDec 10, 2015
1x07: Do or DieDec 10, 2015
1x06: Breaking PointDec 3, 2015
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Extra Details

Also known as:
  • Great White North (United States United States)
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