Ep 8. Bloodlines

In the remote wilderness of Alaska, the constant battle for survival continues in season 15 episode 8 of Life Below Zero. Titled "Bloodlines," the episode follows the lives of several brave individuals as they navigate the harsh terrain, dealing with everything nature throws at them.

As the episode begins, we see Sue Aikens preparing for the cold winter months ahead. She has lived in the area for over 30 years and has learned to adapt to the unforgiving environment. She must prepare for the future, by hunting and gathering enough food to last through the long winter. She must also protect her basecamp, which is in the middle of a bear trail, making it a vulnerable location during the summer.

Next, we see Glenn Villeneuve, a subsistence hunter, traveling through the wild in search of caribou. Winter is approaching rapidly, so he must stock up on supplies to last him until spring. The only way to do this is by hunting. We see him using a bow and arrow to take down a caribou. For Glenn, hunting is more than just a means to survival, it's also a spiritual experience that connects him to nature.

Meanwhile, Jessie Holmes is preparing to travel by dog sled to a remote cabin in the mountains. Jessie is an experienced dog musher and can travel up to 100 miles per day using his dogs. In "Bloodlines," we see Jessie preparing his team for the long journey ahead. As he packs his sled, he checks every piece of equipment to ensure it will not fail him on his journey. Jessie is also training his younger dogs, passing on his knowledge and expertise to the next generations of sled dogs.

Another resident of the Alaskan wild is Ricko DeWilde. In this episode, we see Ricko tending to his trap line filled with snares. He checks each one, making sure no animals are trapped inside. He sets some more snares in hopes of catching enough food to last him through winter. Ricko also carries out a moose hunt, marking the end of his hunting season. Hunting is not just a way of life for Ricko, it's also a tradition passed down from his ancestors.

Finally, we see Andy and Kate Bassich preparing for the harsh winter ahead. They must stock up on enough food and fuel to last until spring, which is no easy task. They have a small cabin and rely on their dogs to help them carry supplies back and forth. Andy and Kate are determined to make it through the winter, no matter what obstacles the Alaskan wilderness throws at them.

Throughout "Bloodlines," we see all these incredible individuals fighting to survive in a world that is both beautiful and deadly. They are all connected by their willingness to live off the land and respect the natural world. They are true survivors who have learned to adapt to the extremes of the Alaskan wilderness. Each person has their own unique story, but they all share a common goal: to survive and thrive in one of the toughest environments on Earth.