Tone Brustad

The participants head to their respective areas in the mountains of northern Norway. It becomes clear that they face a great mental and physical challenge.

After a day alone in the wilderness, the participants are hungry and feel a sense of isolation. Many find things tougher than they expected, with their longing for loved ones very strong.

A week in, the situation becomes critical for those who have not managed to catch a fish, they wonder how long they can survive on just berries.

The isolation and the monotonous silence at Altevatnet in Troms begins to erode the psyche of the participants. Some find ways to deal with the loneliness, but others find it a great challenge.

The longing for family and loved ones proves intrusive for several participants. It is tough in the wilderness, but the love for those at home provides crucial motivation for some of the participants.

Autumn comes to the high mountains and life alone in the wilderness really begins to take its toll; participants need to spend time and energy to prepare for winter; a participant discovers a mysterious infection.