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May 8, 2008

Season 1

01. Gold Mining

An examination of the techniques and methods used by prospectors throughout Alaska as they mine for gold. Also includes a look at the miners as they blast through rock.

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May 8, 2008

02. Salmon Fishing

Two crews of fishermen head for the annual spawning run for sockeye salmon in Bristol Bay.

1h 0min
May 15, 2008

03. Electric Linemen

Watch as electric linemen of the Golden Valley Electric Association string power lines across the remote areas in below freezing temperatures.

1h 0min
May 22, 2008

04. Deadly Winter

A deadly winter cold spell hits Fairbanks as Geo takes a look at the volunteer fire companies, and goes on a search for the killer of family pets...wolves.

1h 0min
May 29, 2008

05. Rail Roading

An examination of the importance of the railroad system and the challenges in building and maintaining the railway in such a harsh environment.

1h 0min
June 5, 2008

06. Logging

An observation of the loggers in the Tongass National Forest, and how some remote areas can only be reached by helicopter.

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June 12, 2008

07. Dangerous Earth

An examination of the challenges of natural forces in Alaska, including volcanoes and the Yakutat glacier. Also, a visit to Lake Clark National Park to see its earthquake-tracking station, and a trip to the village of Newtok, which is sinking.

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June 19, 2008

08. Dangerous Roads

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1h 0min
June 26, 2008

09. Extreme Salvaging

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1h 0min
July 10, 2008

10. Frozen Freeway

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1h 0min
July 17, 2008

11. Extreme Isolation

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1h 0min
July 24, 2008

12. Wild Waste

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1h 0min
July 31, 2008

13. Artic Troopers

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August 7, 2008