Life Below Zero

The caribou have yet to arrive, and Sue believes they may have changed their migration pattern meaning she will need to source alternative food.

Alaskans must take full advantage of all opportunities in summer. In Kiwalik, the Hailstone girls pursue a caribou herd passing close to camp.

Alaskans are on edge as they prepare for the oncoming freeze. In Kiwalik, the Hailstone’s battle high winds to acquire a much needed fish haul.

Chip and Agnes Hailstones teach their youngest daughters, Carol and Qutan, how to hunt for flightless birds along the ponds in Kiwalik.

With dark winter just around the corner, Alaskans continue preparing for the winter months. In Noorvik, Chip builds a freight sled for winter travel. 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.

With dark winter in full swing, Alaskans face new challenges in sub-zero temperatures. In Eagle, Andy maintains the snow-covered trails and takes care of the dogs on his own. In Kavik Sue fixes her generator in order to have electricity throughout camp. And in Noorvik, the Hailstones build a new teepee to shelter their growing family for upcoming hunts.