Ep 7. Episode 7
- February 21, 2016
- 24 min
Bear Grylls: Survival School is an exhilarating show that immerses its participants in intense survival training scenarios, where they are forced to think on their feet and navigate through tough situations. In this episode named Episode 7, the seven young students will face one of the toughest challenges yet - a mock plane crash in the mountains.
The episode begins with Bear introducing the task at hand. He tells the students that a simulated plane crash has occurred in the mountains and they must survive for the next three days with limited supplies. The students are given minimal gear to work with, including a few basic tools and a bit of food.
The crash site is scattered with debris and the students are immediately put to work creating a shelter. They must work together to gather materials and create a sturdy structure that will protect them from the elements. The students are then tasked with starting a fire, which proves to be a difficult challenge due to the wet conditions caused by the simulated rain.
As night falls, the students must settle in for the evening. The temperature drops rapidly, and they must huddle together to stay warm. Bear checks in on them and provides some words of encouragement before leaving them to their own devices.
Day two begins with the students feeling the effects of a restless night. They are hungry, cold, and wet, and must push through their exhaustion to continue their search for food and water. The group decides to split up, with some students searching for water and others searching for food.
The students who set out to find water discover a nearby stream, but they quickly realize that it is contaminated. They must use their survival skills to purify the water and make it safe to drink. Meanwhile, the group searching for food catches a small rabbit and must prepare it for consumption. They gather edible plants and use the rabbit to make a makeshift stew.
As night falls on day two, the students come together to discuss their progress and plan for the final day. They have been able to find food and water, but their fire has gone out and they must brave another cold night without its warmth.
On the final day, the students must navigate the treacherous terrain to reach a rescue point. They are given a map and a compass but must use their own intuition and knowledge to find their way. The journey is long and arduous, and they must deal with a few setbacks along the way.
As they reach the final stretch, the students are met with one final challenge - a series of ropes and zip lines that they must navigate across a steep ravine. The challenge is physically and mentally demanding, but the students push through and finally reach the rescue point.
The episode concludes with Bear meeting the students at the rescue point and congratulating them on a job well done. He notes that they have proven themselves to be capable survivors and reminds them that they can accomplish anything if they put their minds to it. The students leave the wilderness with a newfound sense of accomplishment and pride, knowing that they have faced their fears and come out stronger on the other side.