Life Below Zero Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
Episode 1 - End of the RoadAs winter closes in, the quest for sustenance becomes essential as four Alaskans fight to stay ahead of the season. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes Hailstone race against Mother Nature in a dangerous quest to set whitefish nets on thin ice and haul in the last catch of the season. North of Eagle, Kate and Andy break trail through towers of ice to gain access to their lifeline--the Yukon River. Across the state in the desolate wilderness, Erik is on a vital hunt for red meat. Meanwhile Sue Aikens is living out of her element in Fairbanks, fervently awaiting the green light from her doctor to escape city life and return home to the North Slope--and the threat of a bear that could be denned up in her camp.
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Episode 1 - Hunt or be HuntedRemote Alaskans face new dangers and deadly challenges as they adapt to the changing seasons and race to prepare for next winter. In Eagle, Andy confronts a dangerous predator as the local wildlife awakes from hibernation. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes brave the river and find that the hunt for fur is not easy or safe. In Kavik, Sue fights the clock to stock up her empty freezer before bear season closes. And high in the mountains of the Brooks Range, Glenn Villeneuve takes every opportunity to hunt caribou to see him through the spring.
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Episode 2 - Hunt, Barter and StealAs deep winter sets in, four Alaskans living in the remote bush must gather and manage scarce resources to ensure their survival. In isolated Kavik, Sue Aikens faces a life-and-death challenge when she returns to camp to find that thieves have pilfered her winter fuel supply. Meanwhile in Noorvik, Chip and Agnes Hailstone are unable to access their hunting grounds and must hope for local trapping and trading to survive. In Eagle, Andy Bassich and his wife Kate face a crisis with their team of malamutes, who they depend upon completely in order to survive the wilderness. And in Wiseman, Erik Salitan sets out to catch dinner but returns home with more than he bargained for.
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Episode 2 - The MeltdownThe thaw is creating havoc for the residents of Alaska. In Kavik, rising water on Sue’s runway may put her out of business. In Noorvik, the Hailstone clan embarks on a critical fishing trip in order to find food for the summer. In Chandalar, Glenn’s water supply is compromised. And in Eagle, Andy moves a two-ton sawmill down the treacherous Yukon River.
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Episode 3 - Winter's EdgeIn the depth of winter, four Alaskans living in the remote bush fight to ready themselves for their darkest days. In Kavik, Sue struggles through a blizzard that threatens her life and the camp she’s responsible for. In Weisman, Erik tends to the arduous task of getting wood and water as well as readying his cabin for the Alaskan winter. In Eagle, Andy makes a final push to forge a trail to Eagle for much needed supplies. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes take a window of opportunity to replenish their food supply with valuable caribou.
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Episode 3 - The Mess of SuccessIn Noorvik, Agnes departs on a crucial seal hunt in an attempt to harvest seal oil that will last the family for months. Sue needs to get fresh water into her camp before she can open for guests. Andy and Kate struggle to build a greenhouse that will yield much of their winter food supply. And in Chandalar, Glenn stocks up on firewood, a resource he can’t live without in the Arctic.
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Episode 4 - Hungry CountryIn Chandalar, Glenn is running low on food and must go the extra mile to find enough sustenance to survive. Sue turns failure into success after heading into the tundra to investigate a strange shadow on the horizon. In Eagle, a mistake forces Andy to use up valuable resources searching for a missing boat. And in Noorvik, Chip struggles to find what he needs from the land to support Agnes’ fishing haul.
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Episode 4 - Wolf At the DoorMechanical breakdowns and invading predators threaten survival as four end-of-roaders battle the dark Alaskan winter. In Kavik, Sue’s become the prey when a predator invades her camp. In Noorvik, a broken snow machine causes Chip’s life to grind to a halt; without it there is no hunting, no fishing, and most importantly, no trade. In Wiseman, Erik hunts for fur to supplement the income he needs in order to buy fuel. Near Eagle, a simple task of getting wood on his snow machine leaves Andy stranded miles from home.
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Episode 5 - No Time to LoseIn Kavik, Sue needs to get a jump on filling her freezer for the cold weather. In Noorvik, the Hailstones embark on a unique moneymaking endeavor. In Chandalar, Glenn works on his sod house and in Eagle, Andy employs a new fishing strategy to help gather food for the winter.
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Episode 5 - Blood, Sweat and FearA fierce winter storm threatens Sue's all important fuel supply, and Erik struggles to capture a thieving wolf. In Kavik, sue is forced to shut down her generator and go into conservation mode after a series of delays prevent a plane transporting precious fuel. In Wiseman, Erik goes head-to-head with his ultimate adversary - a wolf stealing bait from his traps. In Noorvik, Chip and his family resort to “rabbit driving” to get meat after a largely unsuccessful winter hunting season. In eagle, puppy jack is tested to see if he has what it takes to make the sled team.
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Episode 6 - There Be MonstersThis week's episode of Life Below Zero puts the spotlight on couples. Kate joins Andy out in the wilderness for a challenging day of collecting lumber for their homestead. After a day filled with frustrations, Andy surprises Kate with a quick getaway to celebrate her birthday. In Noorvik, Chip and Agnes are working together on a major hunt that could determine their livelihood for the coming year. They'll use the tactics of Agnes' Inupiat ancestors in hopes of getting a leg up.
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Episode 6 - Long Road HomeFood is in short supply in Chandalar as Glenn embarks on a 60-mile journey back to civilization. In Noorvik, the Hailstone’s embark on a summer tradition to Camp Kookoochaiq hoping for a bounty of salmon. Sue waits anxiously for the fuel she desperately needs to keep her business open. And in Eagle, Andy faces near catastrophe as a boat hauling thousands of pounds of supplies takes on water.
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Episode 7 - Cold, Dark and AloneWinter in Kavik offers few hunting opportunities for Sue, but a group of ptarmigan provides a target rich environment. In Wiseman Erik, crashes his snow machine and is forced to abandon his trap lines and make an unscheduled trip to Fairbanks for repairs. Andy leaves Calico for a few days, leaving Kate alone to manage the duties required to run their homestead. Chip and Agnes discover a trip-altering fuel leak on their way to the hunting grounds.
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Episode 8 - CheckmateIn Kavik, Sue wakes up to a strange noise and must scout her perimeter for likely predators. Andy leaves Eagle for a trip across the Taylor Highway to tow his newly bought sawmill home, battling dangerous snowdrifts along the way. Chip and Agnes continue their quest for caribou at the hunting grounds. Erik suddenly abandons his trap lines when he spots a spruce grouse.
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Episode 9 - The ChaseAfter realizing she’s low on meat, Sue encounters unexpected dangers when she ventures deep into the tundra around Kavik in order to catch a moose. In Wiseman, Erik’s attempt at ice fishing turns into a deadly scrap with the local wildlife. In Deering, Chip and Agnes go head to head against a cunning wolf. And in Eagle, Andy and Kate prepare for the river to break up as it threatens to destroy their homestead.
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Episode 10 - Hell and High WaterOn the brink of losing everything she's worked for, Sue travels to Fairbanks, to officially buy her precious Kavik River Camp or else she will be left alone in the cold. Moments before what could possibly be the worst spring breakup of the season, Andy and Kate must move their dogs to an alternate location, or they will die in the flood. In Wiseman, Erik prepares for grizzly hunting season by renting out his property to fellow hunters and guides.
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