Explore the snow-covered hills of McCarthy, cut off from the outside world for the winter.

Though the Kennecott copper mine was suddenly abandoned years ago, a strange presence lingers in the empty buildings.

Neil Darish hopes to restore McCarthy to its former glory, with or without the townspeople's cooperation.

Jeremy and Mark are on a dangerous journey to recover an important piece of Jeremy’s sawmill.

Take in the pristine beauty of Tim’s Alaskan home.

When your shovel breaks, it’s often quicker to fix it yourself than to buy a new one from the hardware store…if you’re in the middle of nowhere of course!

The 42 residents of McCarthy, Alaska enjoy complete freedom- at a steep price.

A journey through the frozen wilds of Alaska quickly becomes a life or death situation when Jason falls through river ice.

A cinnamon black bear makes a surprise appearance at Gary’s home.

Jeremy Keller wants to teach his son Bjorn the skills he needs to survive-- but is he ready to take the reins?

Tim tells the tale of his close encounter! It’s not every day you see a huge wolf-like creature in your backyard!

Wilderness living isn't for everyone, but where there's a will, theres a way.

Tim Mischel likes living at the top of the mountain, but the spring thaw leaves him stranded without vital medical supplies.

Change is coming for the residents of McCarthy.

Jenny and Gary work together to build runways for the town.

On the anniversary of the massacre that left more than half of McCarthy's residents dead or injured, Gary Green recalls what it was like to be the only survivor in town that day.