The Last Frontier: Preparing for Death
It's extremely hard for Otto Kilcher to ask his son Ivan to butcher a cow that's been with the family for the past 17 years. However, he believes it's important to teach his kids the process of birth to death.
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The Last Frontier: Preparing for Death
It's extremely hard for Otto Kilcher to ask his son Ivan to butcher a cow that's been with the family for the past 17 years. However, he believes it's important to teach his kids the process of birth to death.
The Last Frontier: Meet the Kilcher Family
The Kilcher family settled in an isolated community outside of Homer, Alaska 80 years ago, seeking a more free and simple way of life. They live completely off the grid, with no running water and no electricity and are proud of it.
The Last Frontier: Before the Freeze
To ensure their survival through the winter, the Kilchers must accomplish three things during the short Alaskan summer: winterize their homes, stockpile fuel for heat and secure enough food for themselves and their animals.
Where is Curacao and does it have any connection to that bright blue liqueur? Why does the average citizen know 4 languages? What is the Museum Kur Hulanda? Listen in to learn more.
The Last Frontier: A Meaningful Steak Dinner
While cooking a steak dinner, the Kilcher family discusses why they have a greater appreciation than most people for the meat they consume.
While Parker is busy working three jobs at Big Nugget, his mother stops by for a stormy check-in on her son's health and safety.
Deadliest Catch: Pranking The Bandit
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Adventure: Extreme Sports Risk-Taking Explained
Ever wonder why some people are more likely to take risks than others? Why some can catapult themselves off giant slip and slides, and others get scared on roller-coasters? Jorge Ribas gets the answer.
Tech Toys 360: Can-Am Outlander ATV
BRP blazes a new trail with their highly advanced Can-Am Outlander ATV series. Advanced design enables power and performance to work together to create an incomparable outdoor experience.
Meet the captain of the Mo De Girls shrimping boat, Timothy "Blimp" Cheramie. This Venice, Louisiana captain finds himself stuck in the harbor as his crew attempts to repair their boat ahead of the shrimping season.
An Idiot Abroad: Traditional Sushi
Get a closer look at the continuing adventures of Karl, your favorite Idiot Abroad, in this clip from Discovery.
Man, Woman, Wild: Maggot Meal Time
While in the Amazon, Mykel and Ruth must eat fatty maggots for dinner. Although Ruth is hesitant, Mykel insists the larvae are essential for survival.
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