Surviving the Rocky Mountains | Survivorman | Directors Commentary | Les Stroud

[@MultiJapan]

I love theses back stories! Keep up with the awesome work Les!

[@Captaraknospider]

Do you ever get scared out there?

[@canadadelendaest8687]

Yeah, these are really cool and enjoyable.

[@wwcwcp09]

Love your director's commentary introduction LOL ! 😆 🤣 😂 Thank you for that. I love people who are from anywhere in the world and have their own accents. It's fun. (Example: Italians and India 🇮🇳 folks and Irish. Love em all to death!)

[@bahamajim1998]

Hmmm 🤔

[@dud3655]

Les is seriously one of the best people in television. The fact that he made all of his content free for all to watch is fricking amazing!

[@dutchman063]

With commercials every 5 minutes he's not exactly giving this to us for free, unless you have adblock

[@solarindependentutilitysystems]

Yes free is amazing like living off the sun and earth wow currently 80+Amps a day in solar production. You all need this stuff to be free of bills free of failures free of air pollution

[@solarindependentutilitysystems]

In a nutshell I utilize Franklin Tesla and Edison technology harmoniously in sync

[@dud3655]

@@dutchman063 I'd rather watch commercials every five minutes rather than spend 20 € a month for some shitty subscription

[@stagger9660]

@@dutchman063 free means you don't pay money for it.

[@max6325974]

Man, I used to watch survivorman on discovery channel back when i was a little kid, my friends preferred man vs wild because bear was always doing dumb stunts and eating live animals.. I felt like Les was the genuine guy because he provided useful information and he wasn’t flashy or trying to be a stunt man and I felt like he wasn’t appreciated enough for showing what actual survival is like instead of scripted nonsense.. Now I can watch survivorman directly on KZbin whenever I want all episodes and not only that but with our friend Les to comment on it.. Its so cool, im glad you’re still around Les, cheers.

[@1984isnotamanual]

Grew up on Survivorman too. When i was a kid I would watch both shows but I always liked Les more and now I don't even watch any other knowing they're fake and being a lot less impressed with that stunt stuff as i'm an adult.

[@bahamajim1998]

Amen 🙏

[@funonvancouverisland]

​@@1984isnotamanual ya I used to love them all, learned more from survivor man though. As an adult I can't watch the other shows anymore knowing what I know now

[@kevorka3281]

Waiting on these feels like when a new Survivorman episode was coming out back then - I'd be looking forward to it all week.

[@TheSlipperyBrick]

100%. It's a completely new experience with all of the behind the scenes knowledge. A great way to spend a Friday night!

[@Hexoutdoors]

Yeah, I totally agree. The commentary’s are awesome

[@cakej1]

I could see a new season at some point. His pure love of doing this stuff is so strong I could see it.

[@bizzy9169]

It does feel like back then waiting for new shows to come out!

[@saveyoutub]

At 1:12:45 Les uses instant transmission taught by a great survival master named Goku.

[@Werd2jaH]

Oh now we’re getting meta. I can’t wait for les to do a series called “another time” where he inevitably has to stitch/montage all the times he’s eluded to a story and then said “that’s a story, for another time” and finally recant or expand on said story/event. Les you can do it after you’ve walked thru all the seasons!! Lol

[@plotholedetective4166]

I'd love to shoehorn the stories into the episodes but re-read by a "narrator" also just inserting random quotable quotes from the commentary in the same narrator voice all in first person retrospective. The narrator should have a super deep voice and honey thick southern accent... It would be hilarious.

[@Scott-wq5lk]

Getting these once a week has felt like vacation. Absolutely love the director’s commentary content, thank you so much for doing it and keep up the superb work.

[@El-Meowblo]

Les, I hugely appreciate your honesty and integrity regarding the "leapfrog" helicopter ride, and fighting for keeping it in the final cut. As a long time fan, I am both disappointed that the show has a blemish like that, but satisfied with you being open enough to tell us about it, and how it went against the spirit of the show and what you were trying to create. Thank you.

[@difdaf436]

The least we can do is subscribe. Les puts all his great content online for us for free. Absolute legand!!

[@johnnycash99]

Wow! One of my favorites! Les is spoiling us very much with all the new commentary’s. He really knows how to make interesting content filled with useful information that always gets you going back for more. Looking forward to this! Stay awesome Les!

[@tb303wpf1]

Les is the man.

[@shearwater3038]

I love the Director commentary’s. It put your whole experience in perspective. Thanks for going so far in detail for your viewers. Thanks from Maine

[@shearwater3038]

@Karamjeet Bedi I care about Maine and people who live here do as well. I love the wilderness and the ocean and wouldn’t want to be any place else but that’s my opinion I guess and everyone has the right to their opinion as well.

[@theshape3988]

Well said Shearwater

[@theshape3988]

@@shearwater3038 well said

[@theshape3988]

@Karamjeet Bedi why say that to someone? Maine has many notable celebrities and awesome people come from it. Plus it's all part the United States

[@shearwater3038]

@@theshape3988 click on his picture and read about his channel and it will tell you more then you want to know about him wow it’s in the description it’s sick

[@josephdonkers7429]

Les is the first. He did what no one else will truly do. He has character, knowledge that formed the best of the basics that built or rather reformed an industry and hobby/way of life. Here's to you Les from a Southern Ontario boy; You gave me my start, you put in the work that not many can do by even today's standards and tech. You have done things that many will not challenge. Thank you for all of your commitment and hard work.

[@patricknoveski6409]

I would not be able to hike down that mountain without 60 lbs of gear. Brutal. I've always loved this one. So mystical. Great filming Les.

[@shannonsisk]

I’ll remember and re-watch this show likely for the rest of my life. This show was unique and a game changer in my opinion.

[@OMFGudness]

If anyone deserves to have millions of subscribers it's this man

[@NolanDexterBrown]

Honestly, growing up watching Survivorman, and returning back to this series with the director commentaries is beyond words. I love this show and all the content produced by you (Les). I look forward to everything you plan to do in the future. Thank you for providing these commentaries and your vast knowledge that was unable to be given in the original show.

[@johnmillay6790]

Couldn't have said it better myself. The biggest nostalgia hit ever, with new info and stories

[@TrySomeFentanyl]

I just checked out man vs wild for the first time ever, and it is hands down just a parody of a wilderness guy. The scariest part is, the comments are completely full of people praising him for what he “knows & does”.

[@ronniemcguffin4811]

My dad and I loved watching your show because how real it was and still is. My dad passed away but watching this makes me think of him. Thank you for giving me great memories with my dad.

[@johnmillay6790]

That's so awesome Ronnie, sorry for your loss

[@AngryAuzzie]

So cool that Canadian Les is giving Australian Les a shoutout. Two icons I grew up watching, you and bush Tucker man will forever live in my heart

[@TheGingerChemist]

I have never went out of my way to watch directors commentaries before. I am absolutely blown away by how awesome of an experience these are. I’m working my way back though all the older ones and loving every minute of you! Thank you for opening me up to a new type of media that I have never taken a second glance at!

[@ryanbeshears931]

The places this man has seen. Stuck Somewhere between jealous and scared to be there. What an amazing thing it must be to see what this man has seen

[@theshape3988]

I LOVE THESE DIRECTOR COMMENTARIES! You learn so much about behind the scenes happenings and film making. Les I'd also like for you to talk about shot selection and why you choose those angles. Also I'd like to see a episode where you talk about all the times you've been creeped out when surviving

[@thefifth3583]

Hey i commented last time… about pausing when you talk but wow sm better than when you talk over the vid makes it so much better. You are crazy awesome please keep these coming!!!

[@SpartanJames099]

Always a treat to get uploads from you Les. Even though I’m not really able to go hiking out in nature, I always take your survival guides and tips to heart, just in case! Also, you okay? Looks like you got a shiner there, unless I missed you saying something about it. Keep the videos coming! And if your ever down in Knoxville, Tennessee again, let me know, I’ll buy you a round or two of drinks!

[@tb303wpf1]

Update: LOVED this commentary. Les is so honest and such a straight up guy. He tells it like it is. And while he is uncompromising, he is also very fair. You have to respect and admire him. Not many people will be able to be transparent over decades. That's how you know he is 1000% honest. I can't tell you how much I appreciate that. Love the vids brother. Original Post: I cannot wait for this one!!! I've seen this episode at least 50 times. No word of a lie. I absolutely love this one. Les went through hell in those mountains. Sleeping under rocks, at the base of trees, in cold windy wet valleys, next to flooded rivers, eating nothing more than a mushroom and some berries. Les is the real deal. I am so excited for this one. Keep them coming brother Les! Thank you so much for the great content.

[@robnewbold1]

These Directors Commentary segments are absolutely superb, better then the original episodes. Brilliant.

[@philcarter2806]

The tensing all your muscles over and over I think saved me a few nights sleeping outside during the spring in BC’s interior. Thanks Les!

[@kamronandaya7619]

one of your survivor man episodes was recommended to out of the blue, and i loved watching your show on tv when i was a kid. i was so happy when i saw it was actually you who posted it on your channel and not like a bootleg copy. then after binge watching hella episodes i was thinking, dude it would be so sick if joe organ did a podcast with you, little did i know my dream had already been fulfilled. after i listened to the podcast, it was kinda bittersweet because i wanted to hear more stories. i looked at the comments on one of your videos and they mentioned these directors cut videos and once again, wish granted before i even wished for it. I never leave comments on anything but i really like your content, and have been a fan for most of my life at this point. I hope this comment reaches you and can brighten your day. Thank you so much for posting your show, and having the awesome idea to do this behind the scenes content. This shit is awesome, you are awesome thank you

[@paulcarlini5893]

Les is the real deal ! The way he films it and has to survive at the same time is impressive to say the least. Makes you feel like you are there with him. Great show and always enjoyable to watch and learn

[@Jbach1612]

What a guy! Always generous with his time. Never fails to impress or entertain. 👍👍

[@Chudchanning]

Mad respect Les. Despite being in the realm of celebrity status you don't hesitate to clown or criticize other celebrities out of fear for your own personal advantage. Everything you do and say is legitimate or in good fun. You'll always be the OG of survival shows, the Eazy-E of the extreme, the Dr. Dre of dreadful conditions, and the Master P of persevering through Mcguyver methods. Salute from a resident of the Sierras, Cascades, and soon to be Ozarks

[@Khufu15]

This is so VALUABLE! Makes you feel like you are "in the know" lol everytime Les stops the video I sit up in my seat lol for real!

[@arnehendricks3496]

Music and scene coming 39:00 is so iconic - such a GREAT montage. I still remember watching this like in 2007 or so and enjoyed this episode so much: The scenery was so rough, the weather and clouded skies and the ambient style music combined with the miserable shelters and everything. I think watching this show, especially this episode and the very first one, up to this day influenced me and my love for hiking and being outside in rough weather in nature. Thanks for making this show!

[@andrewwillard5625]

Absolutely love how serious you get when talking about the burger situation and all of that just shows how true to your survival roots you are truly an amazing man Les.

[@memoryalphamale]

There are a good number of folks who are well-versed, capable survival instructors out there, in all forms of media. What I respect about Les is his willingness to live it. These films exist in the tradition of the GOAT wildlife photographer and naturalist Richard Proenneke. Thankyou, Les, for authenticity and commitment to your craft. Keep on comrades:)

[@tropicaltrucker4425]

Rain on the camera is something i never even thought about until this commentary. It's the little things that stand out and you don't even realize it until its explained.

[@KirbyLouis]

him doing the commentaries, is the best thing to happen to survivorman (and shows of the like), since... surviviorman. this makes the legacy 200% real

[@Freedom-xh2lr]

Thank you for showing my beautiful home of the Rocky Mountains. Watching from Trinidad 🇹🇹.

[@TFWS6]

So happens Samuel Smith chocolate stout is my favorite. Love those stouts! My favorite wine at the moment is Canyon Five by D.H. Lescombe. It’s a red on the sweet side.

[@OklahomaSwagMaster]

Survivorman was a hell of a series but gosh darn these are worth their weight in gold!

[@SpaceGuano]

Thank you for all the hard work and dedication you've done. These videos are not only entertaining but so informational and I've loved watching them throughout the years

[@otroflores91]

I've been watching you the start on cable tv. I was around 13. Loved the content then, still love it now. Love these commentary video's the most.

[@aes4277]

The Real Deal, The Original. I always recommend your show to people, it's a one-of-a-kind with a great personality, cinematography, and soundtrack. Director's commentary is a god send, it's so valuable being able to find out about what's in the mind of Les while he's going through the week long ordeal.

[@jessetuppurainen4848]

Les, I just want to say thank you for these Directors Commentaries. These videos are truly a light in the darkness. I wish i could meet you someday, to express my gratitude and buy you a pint of guinness.

[@saveyoutub]

Double chocolate Guinness is the proper lure for this game.

[@MrHellelement]

What a gift it was growing up with this kind of enrichment.

[@vaqmnrg1688]

Faking shit was not what i wanted. Plain and simple! Good shit Les

[@mckrunchytoast2469]

Les is one of the celebrities that'd I'd genuinely like to share a beer with or a good wine and just shoot the shit with. Thanks for never selling out and never letting quality lack.

[@moonsofneptune5]

If someone asked me to describe a Canadian in two words I'd say.... "Les Stroud" because he truly embodies everything it means to be a Canadian. Thanks for everything Les, you're a beaut!!

[@countmayo5343]

I think Zip Ties lol

[@gaming821]

My wife and I really enjoy watching your director's commentary. Appreciate you doing these!!

[@visnuexe]

Thanks for making your episodes available again! I heard your interview on Growimg Bolder a NPR radio show last Sunday. Happy belated birthday, by the way! I would buy all your books and CD's if I could! I love your shows. It goes to show how to manage on nothing if smart and willful enough! Hope I never get to the 7th day without food in the bush, but have learned so much from you! Cheers!

[@kmod_one]

Hey Les Stroud, kind greetings from Germany. Thank you for your awesome Work! Ur show is the first ever Outdoor/Survival Show i watched all Episodes i could find. Im very happy you put all ur Stuff online so i can enjoy it! For me its very entertaining and its also very interesting to here about your knowledge on all the Stuff you can use to survive in the Wild Nature! I would wish for more of your Shows, hope the future will be bright for all of us, maybe also with some new episodes of Survivorman or at least something similar, but im so sure it have to be directed and produced by you!

[@jalepeno89]

I remember this episode when it first aired giving me anxiety that Les may get badly hurt. Love that I now get to hear his commentary on it. Can’t wait!!

[@mrjpuff]

I was super excited when I saw this on my KZbin! Then I saw that it was going to premier on the 29th. I was like, "C'mon Les, this isn't TV, you can drop it for us right now! At the click of a button!" I guess old habits die hard. So looking forward to this one.

[@Nerffy]

legendary commentary. I WAS HERE

[@OverflowsMusic]

I do not ever comment on anything. But I just wanted to thank Les for sparking an interest in me that I did not even know that existed. Thanks to him I just started 3 fires (not as catastrophic as it sounds) last week using a flint striker. Also learned a ton watching the survivorman series and wild harvest. And now I'm enjoying the directors commentaries after watching survivorman episodes for the 3rd time. I did not have discovery channel early 2000s in Estonia so I just discovered him (don't mind the pun) last year on YT. And man, Les if you ever want to survive in a bog just for fun OR jam I'm game. A lot of people want to meet an actor or a rockstar -- I'd just like to have a beer and chat with the man for 5 minutes. Appreciate your legacy and looking forward to more directors commentaries!

[@thereallevel27]

Thank you for the clarification. I'm glad you're not a serial arsonist. I got a full belly laugh out of that.

[@swordandsheild1]

Having followed him since his show came out when I was about 10, I couldn't share your sentiment of just wanting a few mins and a beer with the man any more than I do lol

[@saveyoutub]

At 1:12.45 Les uses instant transmission taught by a great survival master named Goku.

[@sv863530]

This is probably my favorite Survivorman episode. Not only because the riverside location is really triggering my wanderlust. But seeing you filming yourself in the pouring rain, while you pick up berries off the ground and swearing really makes it so authentic. Scenes like that made me a fan

[@sterling8298]

I have seen every episode of survivor man on TV back when I had cable and I love this show. Les is the REAL DEAL survivor man.

[@NorCalPhil]

What great birthday present to myself! I love these director commentaries.

[@Dizzy585roc]

I wish les could see which of us watches his content the most. I'd probably be top 5. I grew up throughput middle and high school watching survivorman. Always been enamored watching les out there living as it ACTUALLY would be if you were stuck out there. Used to fall asleep to survivorman on demand in cable. Now i fall asleep to his directors commentaries on youtube. Some things never change. Wish I could afford your knives and merchandise on your website. Maybe one day I can rock the Helle knife. You're a national treasure bud. Thank you for what you did.

[@jasonwebb6484]

So stoked. I’m sure most of us would agree we would watch Les do 4-hour director’s commentaries. 1:35:49 is amazing. Thanks Les!

[@lizweekly1483]

You are Awesome Les! Loved you for over 20 years! I've watched your programs over and over! Being an Omemee girl growing up on Pidgeon Lake. Love everything you do! Liz from Kemptville, Ontario, Canada!

[@alexanderwelker7631]

Growing up watching Survivorman gave me that curosity and lust to explore the outdoors. Really happy you followed your path and gave the world this show. Forever grateful Les!!

[@anna82988]

I’ve loved your show for so many years. It brings me back to my times with my father on our 400 acres. My parents were German immigrants and he taught me many things. Thank you so much for sharing your skills! Much love.

[@insertnamehere4143]

Directors commentaries is honestly my favorite content he put out on KZbin none the less all of his content is great

[@Macakams]

I can't wait for this one to go live. I was a kid back when the Survivorman series started and I've loved your films ever since. These director's commentaries have been really insightful and I love hearing all the stories and about new knowledge you've attained since filming these older episodes - which also helps me to think bigger when I'm out in the wilderness. Thanks Les, keep it up!

[@johnnyloco11]

Les, just for the record, Ray Mears is like one year younger than your good self! He had his first survival guide tv show in 1997 but yes it was nothing like what you are doing here. It was an awesome show though. Keep up the great work, love reliving these memories.

[@K.V.P14]

Hey Les respect for you giving Ray Mears props , he is a great woodsman and outdoorsman, not as much as a survivalist, but his bushcraft books are up there with dave Canterbury's ( especially here in England ) , love your shows , thanks for uploading them all to KZbin we are all truly grateful 🙏

[@philipde]

Am in my home in Italy near Portofino ..watching this Les…just a joy.

[@АлександрГодзиковский-ь1р]

Love your DCs! You respect your viewers, and you said "no faking". Maybe that is why we are so faithful to you. Take care!

[@drpayne77]

Man do I freaking love Les Stroud. You are the real deal sir.

[@Olecranon89]

You'll be at a million in no time, Les. 2 million before the end of this year.

[@canadianwolf6582]

I watched you from the beginning and it's always been the best survival program and when our started you were the first to make such informative survival show . You are Survivorman Thank you for all the Great shows and for Being a great human being

[@michaelmcguigan5369]

Love the commentary video's! Thank you for taking the time to do these. I've been watching you since the beginning of survivorman and can't believe it was 20+yrs ago damn time flys! Looking forward to seeing your other commentaries as well. Thank you again Les much appreciated!

[@claire4377]

It never fully feels like my Friday has started off the right way until I watch these @lesstroud

[@hippiegeraldo3042]

These commentaries are absolutly great. Please keep it up Les, cant wait for the next season of these.

[@rogerrichardson2223]

Watched you for years and years ,always like your stuff and then I rewatch them again lol

[@krystalcollins3854]

Hi Les! I learn so.much from all of your shows. I appreciate the knowledge. I would be awesome to hear from you! I wish you and your family nothing but the best!

[@ajb27]

This is my favorite episode but then again, the first season are all my favorites. Thanks from SoCal🙏🏼

[@phill4337]

I could always tell this was not a "show" but rather a "filmed experienced". Thats why we all love survivorman.

[@tootsitroll9785]

I speak for everyone and no one is gonna argue, your the best Les !!!

[@leeming1317]

We're so spoiled by your dedication and grit Les, I always forget that you had to haul 60 pounds of gear with you, and walk back and forth multiple times for the shots, and everything you did was legit and real. I Struggle with just all my 3 day mountain trail gear. Inspiration, and got me back outdoors again after my husbands passing.

[@Mandykeepness]

Me and my partner been watching this show almost everyday. Used to play on cable now we just watch it on KZbin. Love this show!

[@GalegHelross]

Always absolutely loved when you found the little dry spot under the tree in this episode. Something so simple bringing such joy stuck with me over the years.

[@CaeridLock.]

That "faking shit" line had me laughing and replaying it, that lapse from director commentating into how we really tell it like it is shooting the shit with our buddies back home in etobicoke, that was fantastic, I had a great chuckle, les is a canadian treasure

[@lasivianleandros3558]

Les, your integrity is legend. I salute you.

[@t.l.1610]

Thank you for posting and allowing us to watch for free. Given your name recognition, you certainly didn’t have to. 💜

[@hobostewert]

Makes me feel at home woth you doing these director's commentary because I get the back story of what I watch growing up when I actually felt like I was home when I had my grandparents now I get to watch this woth my kids and enjoy feeling at home again thank your less 😊

[@misdemeanor7083]

Les you're an absolute legend!! I'm so glad you're making and rehashing content on KZbin. It's really fun to see someone I grew up idolizing still doing their thing strong as ever. Much love from the Rocky Mountains💪

[@WetCoastAdventures]

Lifelong fan and student, thank you for everything Les.

[@cpt_lidspsn3432]

These commentaries bring so much insight and answers to your vision of teaching and living the survival scenario on film. Really enjoy thx

[@TrebleChild]

Thanks Les, it's so interesting hearing all of your thoughts on these episodes.

[@kn1834]

I just wish there was 5 more seasons I can’t get enough! You’ve always been my favorite! You’re real! Bear grills could carry your jock strap!

[@56-ish]

The Russell Brand impression was SPOT ON! Just when you thought Les couldn't get any more talented lol

[@joeydiabolical502]

So glad I found your KZbin channel! I grew up on Survivorman. Keep the great work

[@MundaneRyno]

Hey Les my family was a Shit show growing up and I didn’t have much to lean on. Your shows were one of those pillars and watching these reminds me of this. Thank you

[@narlycharley]

On a roll with these! Thank you!

[@r-d6568]

0:15 - Epic Impression!! I can't believe KZbin did not recommend your channel! I watch a ton of camping and survival technique channels. I found it a week ago and have been watching all of your director commentaries. I have always wanted to know the back story to your trips!

[@Minuteman_Expeditions-wo2cp]

"Never put anything down on the ground". Amen! Preach it brother! Retention will save your life! Been there done that! Pucker factor of 10 🤣

[@joeinthebush]

As a fellow Canadian in the 705 these commentaries are just a bonus to your episodes...Happy friday the 13th..

[@GotDamBoi]

this was always one of my favorite shows in middle/high school. so glad you retained the rights to your show so you can share here. THANK YOU!

[@srameypr]

I really enjoy these director's discussions. The richer context is fascinating. Thank you for sharing them!

[@anthonyplanas3606]

I love these directors commentary episodes. Thank you Les for taking the time to do these. In my opinion the rain on the camera lens is that same situation if you wear glasses like I do. You get rain on them, And it puts you in that first person view.