Surviving Alone in Alaska

[@jasons4882]

11 years later, this is still one of the best episodes from Vice.

[@user-pr4vf2lp4k]

Fact

[@skyii123]

Yeah honestly.

[@peterpemrich6962]

Absolutely impressive and I hope they are still ok

[@ZackFrisbee]

@@peterpemrich6962 From what I understand they're still out there doing the same stuff they've always done.

[@seragtaboosha3388]

hands down the best ive been looking for it for 4 days straight and it just randomly popped up on my recomended

[@chaoswebz]

This guy is far from a stereotype, friendly, knowledgeable, and smart and not just smart in the sense of knowing how to survive well, but seems to be smart in general. Really interesting documentary, thanks Vice.

[@nicklopez9920]

10:07 😂

[@toptwitchclipz7928]

i think the reason he is so smart is because he was born in general population, he wasnt born in the wilderness. he went to a normal school/highschool, had a job before he even thought about coming into the wilderness. Like he said, he didnt come out there for the first time until he was 19 and that was working with a hunter helping him package meat from the game he hunted. so it goes to show you, you don't need to be born into a life like this, you can create a life like this.. yes it will be hard, he said many many things he did when he first got out there were just trial and error until he learned the proper sufficient way to do things. I think anyone is capable of doing what he is doing as long as they understand the dangers and risks they are taking.

[@grizzlycountry1030]

Better documentary is braving Alaska or read the book written about him (heimo korth). He is also in show called the last Alaskans.

[@grizzlycountry1030]

@@toptwitchclipz7928 Completely disagree. Most kids raised in bush do exceptionally well in school and especially college. Most people can't handle living in the bush. You either break mentally, die, move out or stay. Very few make it out there or stay permanently out there.

[@chrisb6484]

@@grizzlycountry1030 So that is him,I was wondering if this was the guy from "The Last Alaska's" or Life Below Zero"! Funny because I figured it out through his wife!

[@jorgeocana5434]

i would love to live like this for a while..i notice how he's very wise and doesn't look all stressed out like people in major populated areas like a city.

[@jacksonharvey1225]

Joe Rogan pointed at this dude as an example of how nature can be like a medicine for the human mind and soul

[@nationalhouse9451]

That episode with Aubrey brought me to this video

[@aroail2865]

هعهعهعهع

[@daddydadpants8820]

Jorge Ocana I would do this forever. I hate corporate world

[@namsubatman2705]

Hey man I am interested in what you done Maxime, please up date be with how things have gone

[@workerworker7961]

The fact that after so many years they are still shedding tears over the loss of their baby girl is so touching. Human bonds and connections never die with time.

[@MsAmique]

No one ever forgets the lost of a child. Ever.

[@AshSmash123]

What and that isn't lol!?.

[@itsicearmour]

These two people lost their daughter and you're amazed by their grief? Wtaf

[@TheBinoyVudi]

It looks like wherever you grew up and the people around you must be stone cold brutal with no semblance of human values.

[@chetgibson267]

Every human throughout human existence has been killing animals. Animals kill animals. Predators eat prey ALIVE. You are the definition of ignorance.

[@davektver2863]

13:20 "No matter what, it's my fault." Even a thousand miles in the wilderness, some things never change.

[@MelTheFunkyHomosapien]

just thinking that shit lmao

[@jeffbuckland4283]

DaveKtver

[@karen4you]

I know, just because some mud was tracked in. She needs to remember how blessed she is to have her husband.

[@sivashankarjakki9052]

takе a lоoоk at this, а lot оf Gold Bааrs & Angels hеrе twitter.com/cb5eaeee2abbc35f8/status/779269023557038080 Surviving Аlone in Аlaska

[@lovyazid]

DaveKtver haha those were my exact thoughts 😆

[@bransoncarlton4939]

It blows my mind that the purity of this video is flamed by so many on here. It's like the public is totally unaware of the food chain that they subscribe to- and that killing is not involved. They feel they are insulated from life feeding on life- because they did not see, nor kill the meat they put in their guts. This Man is living a pure existence- as natural and compassionate as possible. He does not relish or gain entertainment from killing. The rabbit experience only a few moments of pain. He suffered little.

[@KEYandNATURE]

Truth. Unless you have to hunt for food you should go vegan.

[@Colstonewall]

+Branson Carlton If these same people who are complaining about the way these Alaskans feed themselves (by hunting) would take a look at how the food they eat is kept and mistreated then killed, they would keep their big mouths shut. . . Take a look at how chickens are bred and kept for the food industry. They spend all their lives in a cage barely big enough to hold their body, then killed after suffering. Or, take a look at the Cattle (for meat) industry, and see how they are mistreated, and in my opinion tortured.

[@railroadmike6843]

+Branson Carlton The trapper and reporter went over this very topic on the hill spotting Carabou

[@fofal]

+KEYandNATURE in that case all people must live in warm climate. all 7 billion of them eh?

[@fofal]

+KEYandNATURE in that case all people must live in warm climate. all 7 billion of them eh?

[@Gabagool93]

Sometimes you come across something you just want to never end. This was that something. Phenomenal story. Hope wherever Edna and Heimo are today, they still are sharing happiness together and living the adventure of a lifetime!

[@chrisb6484]

Check out the show "The Last Alaskan's",his whole family is apart of that show, interesting people with beautiful shots of Alaska!

[@grizzlycountry1030]

The first time he was on tv was show called "Braving Alaska" when in 1980s or 1990s that's available to watch on KZbin now.

[@Gabagool93]

Y’all are both legends. Thanks for the recommendations

[@Joe-xm3fm]

They are dead

[@robertmclean9737]

The Dude had gloves on to Dress a Rabbit! I'm slot like Heimo, life Long Trapper, 30 yrs as a Pro. Only he doesn't get to go home to a forced air House. I followed him for years, on various series. NO Drilling in ANWAR! Just about anywhere else, Cool!

[@acdclife94]

This reporter literally did everything asked of him. I can respect that. Good job on his part

[@jking0.o121]

And Vice still shitcanned him like a used fap tissue.

[@robwelsh94]

That young guy did great. Didn't whine or complain. seem to fit in.

[@robertharaldsson2881]

I cringed, he idd not know how to use the simpelest form of fishing rod, not a firm hit in the head of the fish.... thinking 6,7-C is cold LOL Im a spoiled brat and still know that stuff. Wait until you see the hillbillys up in the north. Their only love is their snow scooters and some moonshine. and the love for -40C weird fucks It's all ok untill you go below -25C or so then you need other gloves etc, such a hassle

[@kevinlee7916]

shut the fuck up please

[@Impetuss]

Not really a great fit, he didnt know how to make a fire or use a fishing rod, but yeah he didnt whine out loud which is good

[@grnd_ctrl8387]

@@robertharaldsson2881 Welp, he still learned. The best partners in life are the ones who are willing to learn and be patient.

[@dennisedwards8954]

Uh huh. A city slicker but he DID. Knee jerk reaction was to scoff but watching him participate displays gumption....

[@adonaimorales3560]

When he went inside to get his coat I dont know why it really tickled me when he saw his wife inside and was like “hello Edna.”

[@FreezerBurn]

Me too 😂

[@peterpemrich6962]

I noticed that too ❤

[@katiemiller7883]

Me too! Respect of space I suppose.

[@NativeAngelino]

Mad respect for the kid getting out there and experiencing life out there like that

[@bk-lx6cb]

You can tell this kid has 0 exp in the wilderness to lol

[@bk-lx6cb]

@@DeyRapingEveryone ice cold bayyyyy bayyyyy!

[@Unfluencer]

he's an adult who spent 6 days there, relax.

[@Bulltardwin]

Damn, Vice actually used to make cool docos about interesting people and stories.

[@stephensmyth6363]

Yes now its just freakshow shock documentaries , they can fuck off

[@mcearl8073]

6079SW Yea they used to. They got rid of a lot of the these older hosts. Thomas is no longer there. He always did anything that came up without complaint and they fired him over the phone after over a decade.

[@raflamar4146]

I read your comment, checked their most recent video and it’s “Sex Work at Home”. With a thumbnail of a girl in her bedroom scarcely clothed pulling an enticing pose. This is the first video of VICE I’ve seen, and I must admit, this seems far more appealing than anything that they’ve been producing of late. It’s a shame, really it is. For such potential to go to waste...

[@tyson302]

@@mcearl8073 where has he (Thomas) gone hes one of my favorite hosts of all time

[@mcearl8073]

morgz mom I don’t know where he’s at now unfortunately, I think he’s active on Twitter so you might be able to find out there, I don’t use Twitter much, I tried looking before but didn’t really figure it out.

[@deanlevi4250]

Man, I fucking love this docu. I've watched it 100 times.

[@deanlevi4250]

I've watched that too. Thank you for the recommendation though.

[@BinAlladin]

I will watch this 30.000 times

[@FenRackety]

if you wnt to watch more on Heimo, and some others. Look at the show "The Last Alaskans" on discovery channel.

[@Neelloc1973]

2nd time for me. Great video.

[@dermeistefan]

You might like the "Primitive Technology" channel.. i love watching this guy build stuff

[@CharlieBoy360]

Back when Vice was awesome .Before they told you how to think. Instead they just went somewhere for an experience and let you come along and experience it for yourself and make up your own mind.

[@fireandblood2919]

Douglas Sharp In what way are they trying to make you think?

[@SlimTravels]

Douglas Sharp Yes. This.

[@sallyanne8815]

joo media

[@richjones7313]

munchies:"youve been eating lobster wrong this whole time, and matty matteson or some other brooklyn sap gonna teach you how to eat it"

[@BoilerBloodline]

LOL! Too funny! I watched 2/3 of this until I realized your comment and then checked the date. Yep...they were awesome until HBO became a contributor. Some of their new stuff is really good but I somewhat agree, their view is now slanted...which in turn attempts to slant us viewers.

[@martinbondesson]

This was just an amazing little mini-documentary, I was so captivated by the people, scenery and lifestyle. I wish you guys would do a follow up after all these years, and go back for another week. That would have been awesome! Please make it happen

[@tropickman]

Have you seen the Vice video about Agafia?

[@pigpeltTV]

tropickman hardcore old lady no question about that =)

[@grizzlycountry1030]

The show he was on when younger was better. It's also on KZbin. Look for "braving alaska".

[@alleycat2697]

martinbondesson right. I just said this too. This was just so amazing.

[@MeowMeow-yw1zp]

The Last Alaskans was one of the best shows ever👍

[@scottnewton382]

Heimo Korth, what an absolute down to earth and practical dude who really destroys the myth of that anti-social and weird loner who has turned his back on society. Great doco.

[@bethroesch2156]

without a doubt one of the toughest men I've seen. He and his wife are pretty badass. I know I could NEVER do what they do. They've built an amazing life

[@baconalternative4402]

their is no greater wealth than peace of mind.

[@GP-ci8qt]

Except spelling

[@PiloP9]

there*******************

[@alubi5575]

that there is true.

[@nee-grow]

Then never have kids

[@chrisb6484]

@@GP-ci8qt He didn't spell anything wrong,he just used the wrong homonym! Who gives a shit, it's a freaking YT comment section!

[@matthewromine1723]

Without a doubt, the best documentary VICE ever produced.

[@seanjones2456]

This is one of my favorite videos of all time. Heimo and Steven Rinella have planted a seed in my head to enjoy the outdoors.

[@diane9247]

The young city guys did alright. This was a superb documentary - and now, Heimo and Edna are practically household names, thanks to the NatGeo channel.

[@russellwilliams4317]

Um... He was famous long before this or that. If you got out once in awhile, you would know this.

[@SoloKyoto]

@@russellwilliams4317 lmao way to get exceptionally salty and insult someone for complementing these people.

[@sam29154]

@@russellwilliams4317 calm ur tits ur not special

[@antthomas7916]

@Rabbit Hole I'm sure you know how to do everything the first time, right? He survived a caught a fish, so yeah, he did alright for not knowing how to do that stuff. Everyone has to start somewhere, you pretentions dolt.

[@antthomas7916]

@Rabbit Hole and the only gifted thing you're gifted with is a inferiority complex.

[@MarvelousPhilly]

I love this documentary. I actually saw another one he was in back in the 90s when his adult daughters were just babies then. Only about 1-3yo. This Alaskan survivalist dude, is awesome.

[@ARvsAK]

L

[@nayimhorattie9840]

I seen the 90s documentary and second I am seeing this documentary.

[@ahmedhared2011]

What’s the 90s doc called?

[@MarvelousPhilly]

@@ahmedhared2011 Trust me, if I could remember, I'd tell you. But I do know it's here on KZbin if you'd like to find it.

[@fdhmcking]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4bQk2t8fqaWaJY

[@ldp6788]

I’m impressed with your ability to jump fully into the experience without judgement or pussiness, made this much more interesting

[@groundzero517]

+1

[@electrickrypt]

+2

[@andy42x]

I lol'ed when his wife scolded him. This dude can survive anything, except maybe his wife's complaining.

[@whatitdohomeynigguwh]

looooooooool

[@lilrudylp]

Ain't that the truth. From the South Pole to the North Pole all wives nag lolzzzz

[@flyinspirals]

Guilty as charged. We receive training in nagging.

[@jltorres6320]

Damn devoted woman to live her ass out there with him.

[@Drpermer]

Married men don't live longer, it only seems that way

[@str8krillinit.208]

"Hello Edna" 9:52 Best part right here.

[@Hatesmostofyou27]

Ha he treats her very well

[@memedankster2076]

+Geo Grey lol

[@rudibasabasi]

+Geo Grey the tone :D i think something's up with edna

[@carsnbikes914]

That incredibles life.

[@AlexofAddison]

Loved it. It is so hard to find a good show about people living in Alaska that doesn't have a bunch of drama forced into it by the Discovery channel.

[@jscriber100]

This was filmed in 2009. Sure hope Heimo and Edna are still going strong.

[@pill1154]

In the summer months they live in Fort Yukon, a small native village in Alaska, they leave in the winter months.

[@pill1154]

@River Moore because I know them, I work at the store, they always sell my boss furs

[@leviharrison4127]

You can find them on the last alaskans show as well

[@EduardoMoreno-id5mz]

How can i get in contact with Hiemo and edna. I would like to experience the wilderness out in alaska and get to know know Hiemo and edna

[@EduardoMoreno-id5mz]

I would like to learn the ways of living in alaska. Im from texas

[@untilitookanarrow]

I respect this guy totally but he says that we shouldn't have "Civilization" but I feel like it would be a lot harder for him to survive without his shotgun and rifle. The time spent mining the ore for the lead and smelting it and getting the gunpowder is something that he could not do without civilization. Just some food for thought.

[@mightguy123456]

Great point.

[@isegrim1978]

Same thing goes for the clothes. But on the other hand without our modern civilisation there would not be just two people out there. It still doesn't render his statement false. He just uses what is available to him and doesn't seem to be a silly dreamer who thinks he can/wants do "everything" on his own

[@rybor8479]

Marty Mcfly Civilization is a broad statement. I think he could survive with a makeshift bow etc if a gun wasn't available. He's talking about society and or a place that reaches certain development etc at a specific place in time. just sayin. yea society made guns, but thats not all thats used to hunt.

[@zachthornton8337]

Rasta Koots It would be foolish not to take advantage of some technology. Clearly he could survive and be happy without those things but they're available and they make his life easier. Also, he is talking about hypothetically if all people lived like he did and then of course it would be different as people would live a hunter gatherer lifestyle in larger groups, which makes life a hell of a lot easier then when you're alone.

[@jeanpaulchristian3282]

Marty Mcfly Crap point- if we didnt have the romans- i'm sure we would have developed guns easily by now- in fact the chinese had rockets around the same time as the romans- all you saying- well you wouldnt be shit, without guns, feel offended- its the exact reason he's out there in the first place. I was thinking exactly what he was thinking from years of living life and observing bullshit and politics and being a critical thinker- I agree with him- its a technology thing.

[@heath1982]

It's so beautiful, no working a 9-5, no money... just working to survive

[@K0rci]

But its way more work. Dont just look at the bright side. But the salary they get is way more important. Thats right.

[@peytonthomas4506]

No tax and you get money just for living here ;)

[@daddydadpants8820]

BeAMan it's happy work. working at apple so idiots can buy things they don't understand is depressing

[@chrisgast]

I would do that myself, if I didn't have to worry about taxes or a mortgage.

[@natureskeeper7475]

Heath how life was.meant to be.

[@jessn7034]

I cant get enough of Heimo and Edna. I love the show "the last alaskans" i could watch these two all day

[@ertren6]

man alaska is amazing. I miss living up there. a walk through those woods is so different from a walk through a neighborhood. it is just liberating.

[@TheNaturesGuardian]

why did you leave?!

[@ertren6]

TheNaturesGuardian army trolled me :(. Instead of alaska, they put me in el paso (basically juarez)

[@markoootz1258]

ertren6 oh! my god!!! juarez??? am from that state "chihuahua" n I hate juarez....

[@ertren6]

Markoo Otz well.. not Juarez really.. it's just so close to he border that it may as well be lol.

[@ITsIMP0RT4NT]

Good god!.... From Alaska to El Paso... Talk about culture shock.. Regardless of wether you're not prejudice towards Mexicans, that's still a straight up shit hole! Are you still living there?

[@xxAmandaCormierxx]

I would love to spend time with these two, this documentary gave me a whole new look on life, truly amazing people. Makes you realize what you take for granted

[@jakekumra1001]

You should read Into the Wild. Or watch the movie, its very inspirational like this video.

[@jakekumra1001]

That's sounds really good, ill definitely check it out! Cheers

[@mountainman1728]

I always come back to this one. Classic.

[@stevenrochon2513]

100%

[@erictrudell9927]

For someone who lives such an isolated, tragic, and kind of brutal life he seems so friendly, happy, and understanding.

[@kirsikkaotokka9754]

I wonder how they are doing now.. Vice should do a check up.

[@Ronaldo7cr8]

..agree :)

[@LazyAces1]

They are well. There's a TV show called "The Last Alaskans" on National Geographic and the Korths are one of the groups of people they follow.

[@isaacibnoumaryama5779]

Kirsikka Otokka they doing just fine. i was there two weeks ago. just believe me. ya hear

[@kirsikkaotokka9754]

Mkkkkkkkk

[@isaacibnoumaryama5779]

Kirsikka Otokka what does that mean?

[@Toastybuns123]

Can we please get a Heimo update video?

[@brentloney1535]

watch the tv show "The Last Alaskans"

[@grizzlycountry1030]

Read the book about him called "The Final Frontiersman".

[@AlBundy310]

just found this Winter Grizzly Bears Are Bold, Starving and Will Eat Anything

[@valentinedpg]

@@AlBundy310 so will humans and any other animals... seriously..you have no idea what kind of prediction exists in such given situation. Survival instinct is pretty much the strongest will in all of us - be it upon us or towards our loved ones .

[@typing8805]

@@brentloney1535thanks

[@wayesahmed4766]

This is an unbelievably loving documentary, I have watched the previous one whereby their two little baby angel were part of their daily life and now they are far away... This is midnight in my country and I am still watching and feeling like I am one of them, Love from Bangladesh for these nature loving people...

[@mlove2383]

I have watched this courageous couple along with their girls for a few years and each show always amazes me. Can I probably not. But I take my hat off to them. God has Blessed them and May they continue for many more years. God Bless

[@Backstabbio]

that was so awesome! Wow. If only Heimo knew about the weird world of youtube commenters... He'd probably move farther north.

[@TonchyShultz]

Every time I get tired of civilization again and again, I watch this video for thousand times , also I would like to join him...wonderful video of survival ...I didn't watch better than this ! Thx. for sharing..! You Heimo and Agafia from Russia you are my Idol for surviving in wilderness..! :-)

[@willasn9080]

Tonchy Shultz Where are you from? Germany?

[@kohannaflute1159]

Just go man... Spend a few months in the wild. Do your thing.

[@TonchyShultz]

@@kohannaflute1159 ..I like and I go buddy..I LIKE to be free! woow! 👍🍺😜✌

[@TonchyShultz]

@@willasn9080 No I' m from BOSNIA ..but I like This video so much..! And HUMAN freedom! ✌🍺👍😍

[@TonchyShultz]

@Jesus Christ I can tell you maybe you are not close to me ..how many days I'm alone in SOLO Hunting or Hiking ...somewhere in wild forest...trough whole year ..I know that is hard but ...many people are sick of this civilisation and pollution..! If I have chance close to his I will go ..without any words..! Yet everything change in some politics about making similar to his cottage! Ok ..! 👍😊✌

[@aggressivearies]

I think living in 19 million acres of Alaskan wilderness is just amazing and a big challenge.Heimo didn't abandon the society but he wanted to live in a place where there's no crowd no people around him so he could live a peaceful life with his wife, no city no stress and it's just amazing to live nearby nature and enjoying it's beauty.

[@vira8880]

Wish Vice would get back to doing more of this and true journalism

[@bk-lx6cb]

Right, they've turned into some real whankers lately

[@darkshad109]

I like that the reporter isn't a huntsman type, these survival shows where it's two 'experts' tend to be an awkward ego competition. This guy has the same level of survival skills as the average person, none.

[@akula1085]

9:56 "hello Edna"

[@michaelbruno1134]

akula1085 lol

[@dougcapler4583]

XD

[@AlBundy310]

Haha I know right... its so weird.

[@koschei8136]

You've cracked the code.

[@conner4991]

samuelbroberts YES

[@dhl671]

All the meat looks so QUALITY....

[@dhl671]

Even that damn salmon with all that roe!!

[@MarvelousPhilly]

dhl671 definitely!

[@AlexDerange]

yeah i don't undertsand how people today want no fat in their meat.. like.. no fat makes a dry meat when you cook it, it's impossible to eat.. always look for fat in your meat, that's a sign of quality

[@benisrael2266]

@@AlexDerange only if its grass fed bro. Research grain vs grass fed meat

[@burgundyskinned]

Non gmo

[@WilliamHill-in6yz]

Heimo and Edna are truly amazing people. Making a life together. Boy wouldn't society be better off learning from these two.

[@Drew__Films]

Dude skined that bear like he was in Red Dead Redemption.

[@henrydorsett6076]

RDR Devs let you skin a bear like he does. Perspective :)

[@jasonpwnd]

Man, this was so good. Vice was able to really capture the essence of these beautiful people. I just wanted to hug them both by the end of the video.

[@mthompson]

30+ years in the wilderness...still retains a Wisconsin Accent.

[@binbalebardac4156]

LOL, I thought is was more of a Bill Murray accent. :P

[@kenkunz1428]

That was my first thought also!

[@greenmanofthewoods6060]

Sounded a little Canadian to me... but it could be his friendly persona!..

[@beazrichz973]

Reece Foreman Wisconsin is litterally next door of Canada

[@philipmagnusson9107]

To all the people who are mad because they're killing these "poor and innocent animals". This whole thing is about survival and the human race is an animal race. Do you think it would make a difference if a bear or some other animal decided to kill the rabbits, fish or any other animal?. Humans are animals and it's in our nature to hunt and kill other animals. The so called "humans" are on top of the food chain for a reason and that is because we are smarter. Humans are omnivores and it's been that way throughout our entire evolution. There is absolutely no shame in killing other animals because that is the way of life for most animals on the planet and it always has been. What i find most funny is that a large chunk of the people feeling bad for the animals are meat eaters them selves. The only difference is that the couple in this video kill the animals them selves rather than buying the meat on the supermarket which in fact has been killed in a more disturbing way. If you really want to see animal cruelty, i suggest that you go watch Halal slaughter commitet on cows and other animals. This entire comment section is filled with dumb people with double standards! so please be quiet and stop acting like you really care.

[@majikdragon]

It's because the people who protest treat animals like they are human and can't differentiate. Seeing animals as human or equal to human lives is wrong and shows a disregard for human life. The dog is kept because he has a job alerting the camp and is rewarded daily for it. Is it wrong to own a horse just to ride it every day? No. we wouldn't keep animals if they weren't useful. When one of my hens stops laying she has outlived her usefulness and is put into the freezer even though she was spoiled with leftovers for years. Wild animals are just livestock you have to be clever enough to get yourself.

[@kalle1455]

Im a vegatarian, but i support killing yur own food in thus kind of living.

[@philipppph3350]

I agree with your points but one thing remains: Actually traditional halal/kosher killing has been made so the animal feels the least stress while getting all the blood out of the meat, but when the western came and said it was inhuman they started giving them injections first which made the animals really stressed about the whole situation, hence there is a lot more stress hormones pumped in todays halal meat.

[@livewithnick]

I agree 100% with Philip Magnuson.

[@marcoantoniod12]

i wana do tht but i bet i cant

[@dundeedolphin]

Love Vice. This piece is resonant of Vice's position within the media community: outsiders, pioneers, revisionists, loners, more real than the mainstream could ever understand.

[@skaz783]

I feel honored to even watch this. I feel indescribable respect for them. Thank you for the documentary!

[@peterpemrich6962]

I wish this episode was weeks long these two are such fantastic people. I'm extremely jealous of their way of living and absolutely in awe of their whole setup. Holy hell it's impressive.

[@abstractdave]

Excellent doco. The right questions were asked at the right time, not done in a offensive or overtly challenging manner. Thomas and the crew also got hands on to get really immersed in the experience which no doubt helped them get a true feel for the way of life there and all its challenges. The amount of hunting and trapping at first seemed excessive but I think in that environment being overly prepared and thriving is the way forward as if the weather closes in for months you're better off with plenty in the larder than to be caught out short. Understandable they still get in salad and rice as I guess a pure meat / fat / oil diet (as the surrounding environment would dictate as nothing else grows?) would get boring after time!

[@japheth6176]

+dave barbersan people don't eat grizzly bear because it eats carrion and the meat tastes nasty

[@abstractdave]

+nomadic hunter OK. So I guess they would just use the Bear hide only? The rest would just go to waste or to the dog or used for baiting traps?

[@alannamiller2910]

+dave barbersan they don't eat the bear because the bear eats really old crap and I'm sure they don't want to eat it

[@interstateoutdoors5578]

+dave barbersan Lots of people eat bears, myself included. I am sure that they ate the bears, people eat grizzly and black bears all the time.

[@michaeltesluk623]

+Interstate Bowhunter Hey there bowhunter. They could have eaten the bear had they cleaned it sooner.You should know that if you hunt. Fact is they left it to long for whatever reason. I certainly would have made the effort to process the bear sooner. As you 'must' know when the gases bloat the animal the risk of eating it increases dramatically.

[@user-kb4yr7ws5l]

"Edna I need my shot gun"😂😂😂

[@letsgobrandon791]

Untilted lmao dude I didn’t even catch that. Too dang funny

[@Mantis_Toboggan_TrashMan]

He's a 100 miles from the nearest people. If he found someone out there he would shit his pants! I wish they would have asked him if he's seen anything strange in the sky.

[@randommandoade1465]

@KeriSan San the only law enforcement that far are the State Troopers

[@nashvilleslim]

Edna's I need my shotgun aye?

[@nashvilleslim]

@@randommandoade1465 no there's no troopers, nothing . No TV, no phone, no internet hell, no stores. Nothing!

[@eldritchsquirrel3138]

Somebody mail them out a copy of the Revenant, they'd be into that

[@BobLoblaw23]

Lol im sure they’re living it

[@briancostello8053]

I watch this once every few years and man it never gets old.

[@EATSxBABIES]

I started playing this video in the background (something I often do with VICE videos)....BIG MISTAKE, I couldn't take my eyes off this documentary. These people are so unique and they have over come so much, this is something rare in this day and age. Thank you VICE for exposing everyone to this.

[@HotZetiGer]

I feel any visitors needs to consider bringing ammo, salt & sugar for them

[@lj3507]

Sugar isn't necessary, but I agree on the ammo and salt.

[@KniceKnafs]

I’d bring a ton of different hot sauces for taco tuesday.

[@Str8Bangerz]

And weed

[@cipmars]

Wow, I have read all the comments on the first page, and by this time, there were NO comments from inphantile animal protectors! I guess there is still hope in the world! Really good documentary, thank you VICE.

[@gatobalbieri]

what does "inphantile" mean?

[@cipmars]

gatobalbieri Pretencious French word for "clinically childish".

[@cipmars]

***** Yes.

[@eligolchert7288]

I hope this guy is doing good today

[@theblairpodcast2462]

I really enjoyed this documentary. Excellent job. Bless those folks and thank you for bringing their story to life here. Cheers

[@MrChickenselects]

What a smart dude. lived there his whole life yet still is super insightful and wise

[@kennethjones7448]

Been a dew years now... I wonder what they are up to... Would like to see them go back.

[@deathwarmedup73]

"here's the stock market page which really affect you up here" -- throws it in the stove

[@davidbernal3642]

Love the fact that he explains everything in a educational way and makes Thomas kill and clean his kills not showing him what the area is about but showing him what it takes to live there

[@baliw33]

Would love to see The Kardashians surviving in Alaska's wilderness.

[@tobi888100]

They're humans just like us, you wouldn't have it any easier than them.

[@tobi888100]

liaezse Oh ok then :(

[@baliw33]

liaezse tobi888100 is a Kardashian!

[@HotSauceBear]

Spoonie G NOOOOOO

[@johnson9705]

Dean Sinclair or both

[@DirtySupreme67]

Finally something that doesn't make the world look like shit.

[@smokey1517]

this is the most interesting and uplifting documentary i have ever seen. the world and all the people could all learn a little something about what is truly important in this life. these 2 people are truly an inspiration

[@michaelolson571]

I heard about this show from Joe Rogans Discipline speech. I've listened to that almost every time I've gone to the gym for the last 4-5 years. Only now I'm I getting to this amazing piece. Well done.

[@chateacolney4783]

... their first born girl. As a father I can't stop thinking about her drowning.

[@JakeSlavin]

I just thought the same thing. That would be so difficult to deal with.

[@bingevintage8124]

that got me right in the feels im not a father but i can ony imagine how sad that must be

[@jscriber100]

Right. I think thats why they were blessed with two more who seem very healthy.

[@playerone6672]

As a father of two teen kids if I lost one of them my life world would be depressing

[@mikekrause8263]

@@lilikoilychee4975 are you serious?

[@jking0.o121]

Easily the coolest dude in the world. And teaching the kid to fish instead of giving him a fish. Mad respeck.

[@Ronaldo7cr8]

Ok, I watched this documentary only 4 time today :D Perfect ! Greetings from Croatia :)

[@jljmonky]

In the opening sequence of “The Last Alaskans” Heimo says “it’s easy to die out here, everything else takes work”... potent, and really true in life all around.

[@ryanschultz4119]

Heimo is a Legend!💯 When they turned the bear over, I was ROLLIN!!!😂😂😂 As I was watching this, I couldn't help but feel envious of the life Heimo & Edna have created. They are both so down to earth, kind, & independent. Makes me want to make the outdoors a bigger part of my life!

[@luzier13x]

@44:06 "oh, animals are not people. that's a disney world". lol! so true.

[@luzier13x]

Gary Wright go cry somewhere else. lol!

[@luzier13x]

Gary Wright you're a hypocrite piece of something who cries and get butt-hurt over nothing. lol! you adore the cute bunnies but wishes death of a human being you don't know about? The fuck is wrong with your brains? lol!

[@hisdness1]

Exactly! These extreme animal lovers are so vicious. They wish people pain and death. How sick can that be. God gave certain animals that we can eat. Nothing wrong with hunting and eating them.

[@yallolinden8244]

you're

[@hisdness1]

I'm just telling the truth

[@samo_benko_]

legit one of the best documentary movies I've seen

[@markmtaylor]

Heimos Arctic Refuge: Produced by VICE in the 'Golden Year's' deserves its legendary status.

[@firstlast3395]

incredibly moving, touching. this inspires me so much. i spent the first 19 years of my life living in the city and now moved out to the country side, only an hour away from my usual party rocker debauchery filled lifestyle. for 3 years i made an effort to go back on weekends and indulge. Only now am i learning to be at peace, be able to observe the abundant nature around me that i never even noticed before, exquisite. And i mean it actually takes practice. sitting in a tranquil environment is not effective with chaos in my mind from the usual mind chatter or the need to be entertained. learning the importance of moment to moment living. My efforts are aimed to hold a mindset that is whole, and needs nothing else to fill it. The wonders, the lessons of wild. I feel this hole inside me starting to fill up. Il jump up so fast at the opportunity to spend time with people with such a simply wonderful lifestyle. Evolve as nature does I say, balance.

[@lostoker7836]

+Ken the Coder did someone get offended?

[@Zking2010]

He strong pointed a 500 pound monster in a forest at night with a shotgun, what a beast

[@russellwilliams4317]

Go play with your cats and shhhhh-up.

[@adrunkgorillawithalobotomy353]

@@russellwilliams4317 It was a compliment, you know that, right?

[@PLBIV]

when he was talking about the meat at the beginning all i kept thinking was how does it keep from spoiling just hanging outside.... then i realized the entire outside is their freakin freezer! haha

[@lilhonni]

PLBIV / flies hate cold weather

[@AlexDerange]

@@lilhonni flies are not a problem... decay is

[@adamkort1672]

Makayla Awesome I’m sure you are

[@BrandonSmith-qx8jx]

The meat gets salted and cured and usually smoked, so it will not spoil

[@mljo9187]

Hahahah. Yah🤣

[@lilfrankietellez]

9 years later and this video is still so pure.🇺🇸

[@darkslayer175]

This man has achieved perfect happiness, in the 21st century.

[@Alex-mi9wq]

I actually really love Thomas Morton's work. He's always pretty impartial and gets into whatever weird shit their doing.

[@georgerosado5194]

i watch this over & over again..

[@jakef2044]

Me too, I consider this a masterpiece if you know what I mean

[@maggiegarcia6878]

Out of all the Alaskan shows this was my favorite one I truly miss it. I especially loved heimo and Edna please bring them back on tv!

[@Stl10699]

Yeah having lived in alaska Heimo and Edna are real Alaskans. Everyone else acts like theyr all hard but they live in anchorage or fairbanks which is no different then say Minneapolis or other winter cities.

[@aaronmoore9812]

that was excellent, such a beautiful way of life and two lovely human beings

[@rifkyhabsyi]

Literally to the 1% who's reading this, God bless you, and may your dreams come true, stay safe and have a wonderful day.

[@alanperez7888]

Everyone's dreams life style, but it must be really hard, harder than what it looks like.

[@jmtz3149]

Twitter would not like this man

[@KellyRicketts]

Nice Video, without an Agenda. Enjoyed it.

[@danielcooper7364]

lol tbh i respect that guy for travelling to Alaska and participating in the everyday struggle of survival instead of just sitting at home watching youtube

[@BrandonSmith-qx8jx]

HEY

[@sxckenxng1384]

Hearing and seeing them crying absolutely broke my heart I love them

[@deprime9521]

its so sweet how he walks into the house and says hello edna as if he hasn’t been living with her and only her for decades😂

[@PhilCuntsworthBananez]

Excellent documentary about living near the arctic circle. Could have used more bananas though.

[@UMingLee]

If there are too few bananas, can that really be called life?

[@quaqstar]

my dad was friends with Heimo, apparently this guy was my chilldhood story of amazingness because he ate 20 or so eggs in one sitting. Dudes cool

[@luisbanuelos2026]

[@Alex-qn3me]

Cant so much as take a shit...XD

[@jimreily7538]

Vincent Litchard Very cool. Were they hard-boiled eggs, like on Cool Hand Luke ? I think he was aiming for 50 eggs on Cool Hand Luke. He made it but spewed up at the end. Anyway, Korth is a legend. Great dude. Much respect. He seems very friendly too, but intelligent and thoughtful. His thoughts on the changes in lifestyle, I thought were poignant, particularly his references to human transition from hunter-gatherer to farming lifestyles.

[@saint-naive]

as someone whose family has grown up in similar cabins in another part of alaska, I just gotta say, they’ve always kept a dog in the cabin with them. body heat, nothing beats a dog curled up beside you at night!

[@BigAl6405]

I thought that was interesting too he never lets the dog in the house

[@oilers000]

This guy is the most interesting man in the world.

[@fofal]

+oilers000 he should advertise beer too

[@carolynspaulding6322]

love this your love is so powerful you will see this sweet little girl again.

[@DavidGarcia-nw3xu]

The best video on VICE.

[@williamjameslehy1341]

Does Vice know how to level audio? You have to turn it way up to hear muffled quiet dialogue, then suddenly someone yells right into the mic and you wake your neighbours.

[@flight3189]

Jacob Hoss hahaha