Survivorman | Patagonia | Les Stroud

When Les Stroud first launched Survivorman, adventure travel was not as prolific as it is today. Here and around the world, in places meant to inspire us to love nature, to get out and travel, tragedies occur. Tragedies occur because of casual attitudes taken towards wilderness adventure. The point of Survivorman has always been to teach the right way, the safe way, to instruct outdoor enthusiasts on when not take chances and not go over the top, to avoid landing oneself in peril. In this episode, Les travels to one of the most beautiful places on the planet - Patagonia, Chile - to make mistakes so that you don’t have to.
Directed by: Les Stroud
Starring: Les Stroud

[@ByWayOfDeception]

I'm so glad that Les has the rights to post these episodes. He deserves every penny they earn for years to come.

[@theMadness36]

Definitely a pleasant surprise to see them pop up on KZbin!

[@gabem6362]

Wonderful person and teacher

[@FUZYsquatch]

you’ll never see the gerber man with all the rights to his episodes!

[@carsongarnett1700]

So true les is legit

[@nyancatz06]

@@FUZYsquatch hahahahhaha

[@Jrez]

If I was hiking even the busiest of trails and ran across Les Stroud I'd think "Oh shit, how'd I get lost??"

[@Holistic-Spa-Therapy]

That's funny :)

[@liamnissanS2K]

You are so screwed If a wild Les appears. You better hope he takes you In.

[@Nantosuelta]

@@liamnissanS2K *A WILD LES APPEARS* [Persuade] - [Attack] - [Barter]

[@coryparni3620]

😂

[@dtaylor10chuckufarle]

Then follow him!

[@hwaguo8383]

This is probably the first video on survival that emphasizes "Do not over push the limit off risk taking"...there is countless videos showing what to do in survival...but the missed out message is "don't get yourself into survival situation. Enjoying outdoors vs survival are two completely different things. Excellent video...you have my deepest respect.

[@P.Subaeruginosa]

Exactly. Other survival people: "now your going to want to steal the kill from a pack of wolves, that's much easier than hunting yourself"

[@davechristian7543]

Yes i also thought the same n will always remember wat Less just told us.

[@ZemplinTemplar]

Very well summed up ! A lot of survival situations that come into being due to negligence and overconfidence during hiking can be easily prevented with some common sense (of self-preservation), humility and restraint. In my own country, there have been countless accidents and deaths of tourists in our tallest mountains (the Tatras), because some people don't think of them as a real wilderness where you need to go prepared, avoid bad weather or at least be prepared for such weather. I can't count the number of times I've read or heard about yet another case of some hiker, mountain climber, alpine skier who went to those mountains or a different range and grossly overestimated their capabilities, or underestimated the weather - or worse yet, went to some location or trail despite a seasonal closure (ban on entry, due to avalanche conditions, perilous weather, etc.) - and the result was predictable. The mountain rescue service then had its hands full, either transporting a half-dead and crippled hiker (or several of them) or transporting the dead. This is still within a fairly densely settled country in the heart of Europe, close to civilization. Imagine getting lost in a truly isolated wilderness, like these ranges in Chilean Patagonia, and hoping against all hope for an easy and quick rescue becomes all the less realistic. Overestimating one's capabilities might be the leading, number one cause of death in many mountain hiking trails. Accidents happen of course, but a lot of these deaths occur due to entirely preventable reasons. I think it's telling that there have been cases in my homeland where tourists and rescue service personnel occassionally stumbled on some hiker's skeletal remains, and it turned out they lay there for decades, without anyone finding them. All of this In a rugged, but area-wise relatively small alpine range. If it's sometimes tough to find or even learn about lost tourists within such a small mountain range, that cases like this happen, you know you shouldn't be tempting fate in an even more inhospitable wilderness.

[@DarkMeta_Minecraft]

risk taking is so risky

[@ZacBLive]

He’s pretty much addressing man vs wild. Don’t cliff dive into a pool without knowing the bottom depth.

[@n0xc0mment]

Gotta admit its so cool we have the ability to watch all these Survivorman episodes on youtube. I remember watching this show as a kid and it being my absolute favorite.

[@bromandude1]

The key to surviving survivorman is putting the pizza in the oven then starting the episode. Works every time.

[@bromandude1]

@Jordan Lane Use a damp cloth to cool your carotid arteries.

[@deepakx7]

Lmao!!!

[@richardcorsillo9819]

Les has the BD, you know what in talkin bout

[@redemption44]

And hope you are eating while he catches a good meal and eats it 😄

[@learneroftruth9697]

LOL

[@brandonyin5214]

When life hands you lemons, you make lemonade. When Les hands you lemons, you could die

[@LamaLongboarder]

"perish"

[@lilco147]

This killed me 😂

[@VespertilioGiganticus]

i thought you were supposed to bite them and eat the precious lemon skin

[@lpcr0007]

😂

[@originalthundercat4295]

This is gold

[@PABadger13]

As a park ranger and conservation worker, I think this is one of the most important and timely episodes that Les has ever made. There are a lot of people who seem to believe, for whatever reason, that danger only exists in true wilderness, off the beaten path, away from civilization, and that the only people who need to practice good fieldcraft are the ones who go out into untrammeled territory. Many people seize onto the right to know and access our common heritage; the right to have trails and roads, the right to have access; but they forget, they abdicate, or perhaps they were never taught, the responsibilities that come with those rights. It doesn't take a mountain range, a dark forest, or a trackless jungle. It doesn't require mysterious occult forces or absurdly successful predators; all it takes is a minor intersection of physics and physiology, the wrong clothes, the wrong shoes, not enough water, not enough rest, just one quick picture, just one simple shortcut, a bad day or just a bad minute. I think that sometimes, in all the sensationalism around many "survival reality" shows, that's one of the really critical lessons that gets lost. So, Les, thank you for using that bully pulpit you've got to do and say something that might actually save lives.

[@SoundShinobiYuki]

Yep, hubby and I hike several times a year on the Bruce Trail, which runs along the Niagara escarpment. It's gorgeous trail and while it feels super wild it's very popular (we are never the only people out there) and close to civilization- one part runs straight through a village where we always stop off for ice cream- but the terrain is rugged. You'd think "Eh, I can SEE houses that way! And hear the road that way! And there's a field of cows! How could anyone die out here?" ....well, that big escarpment, for one thing. It's *high*. People who didn't check the trail markers, or hiked at night without knowing the area, or thought they could get closer for a cool picture, fall off it and often fall to their deaths. We used to hike up to one spot on top of a cliff that had a great view, and one year suddenly there was now a fence at the drop-off (which also ended the panoramic shots we took on it). "Huh. Why'd they throw this fence up?" "Oh, you didn't hear? A kid fell off the cliff and died. Was riding his mountain bike and didn't know the trail ended here, couldn't stop in time and fell over fifty feet to his death." There's also no cell signal due to the terrain! So people do get injured on bad parts of the trail (there's a part we simply will not hike in winter because it's such dangerous footing already in SUMMER with all these hip-deep wide cracks and crevices all over the rocks, and snow completely hides them in winter) and are then stuck there for hours, or an entire day, until they can drag themselves to somewhere with signal or someone can hear them yelling for help. My hubby didn't really understand the desire for me to always have a survival kit on the trail for the same "But we're not even far from houses and roads, you can SEE them half the time!" situation, but bringing up "And if we snap a leg in those cracks, or fall half down the escarpment and can't climb up or down, then what? No cell signal to call for help, remember? We could be stuck out there for a few *days* if the weather turns bad or nobody realizes we're not back yet."

[@SavannahVu1985]

Well said. I went out to a famous waking trail in Australia here and didn’t think it was ‘dangerous’ until I ended getting lost after I took the wrong turn and got lost for two days. Wasn’t fun at all! Thank god my family knew I was missing and went looking for me. Never underestimate how quickly things can turn south, even if you think it’s ‘safe’. Always be safe than sorry.

[@rebeccasmith372]

Amen & thank you sir!!

[@RushavMohanty]

well said sir.

[@jenelaina5665]

Well said. And it doesn't have to be unfamiliar territory - I took a hard fall yesterday on a trail I've hiked literally dozens of times. Still don't know how, it just happens sometimes. I'm fine but if I wasn't I had enough in my day pack to make it through injured, waiting or pushing through, and a whistle if I fell down the embankment and couldn't get myself out. And this is a 3 mile loop that plenty of folks use. Sometimes I just want to go with nothing but unless someone is at the other end expecting me within the hour, not a phone call away... Nah.

[@traviswiebe9571]

“Nobody here giving me the out, and I’m not giving myself the out” that line really hit me

[@robertott8467]

I hiked out to my backyard yesterday, probably 75 feet, who knows. I turned my ankle in a small indentation. It was a lemon. I sat down and reassessed my situation. I was headed to the shed another 25 feet away, it might as well of been 250 miles. I decided to gather what was around me to make a shelter for the night and head to the back door to the house in the morning when I was more rested. A hour or two into the afternoon the wife yelled out the window., “get ur ass in the house we’re going to be late for dinner reservations”., life is hard sometimes.

[@cletusspucklerstablejeaniu1059]

Eh, wives know how to ruin a perfectly good man time.

[@katehall2027]

I can only assume that "what was around me" was a beer and a lawn chair.

[@David_Creyke]

😂😂

[@rottweilerfun9520]

@@cletusspucklerstablejeaniu1059 , They usually are really bitchy towards the girlfriend too.

[@rottweilerfun9520]

What a way to hang in there , your courage and determination are truly inspiring . 👏

[@Kriswixx]

This man is a national treasure.

[@Kriswixx]

Fun fact: This place Patagonia- means "Land of the BigFeets " by Ferdinand Magellan of all people, the explorer.... then 300 year or so later by Darwin with the land of giants . Bigfoot. hmmm.

[@mac5524]

Hahahahaha, what? For never giving any good advice?

[@twofishes8846]

You have my vote

[@andrewsmithphoto]

He is an international treasure!

[@MrJayson204]

@@andrewsmithphoto no way, he’s ours eh 🇨🇦

[@ancientmariner9460]

A grim but very needed reminder that overconfidence is a slow and insidious killer.

[@djdhfdjnvlskm]

I ask myself, why am I so fascinated by Survivorman? No special effects, minimal dialogue. But I end up binge watching.

[@oliewray8357]

Minimal dialogue are you joking it's literally non stop dialogue

[@JormunB]

This one is notable, and exceptional, for effectively being one long, continuous piece to camera: little B-roll, no weather interruptions or long technique/skill demonstrations, just an unhurried Les sharing his thoughts and experiences with an interesting framing story in voice-over. Of all the episodes I've seen, this one really feels the most like we, the audience, are there, getting a one-on-one survival class during a hike. This deep into the series, it's great to see such a novel, thoughtful episode.

[@Kawiboy]

Well said 😁

[@m00semanus]

I found this one a bit repetitive and boring to be honest. I still watched it because I’m a huge fan of Les Stroud and his lessons.

[@marythomson7931]

Repetitive Maybe but I bet it's soaked into your mind & others. 😊

[@manuelper]

@@m00semanus 100%. They stretched a 20 minute episode into nearly an hour.

[@i_hate_vampires5063]

Holy cow that “3 lemon” rule is so smart. I will forever think this way.

[@lucymiller6616]

time stamp?

[@pnydu]

Infidel. haha

[@thomassteeves6670]

Les first mentioned this in a much earlier episode I’ve taught all three of my kids the same method. It’s a great idea the man is full of them

[@SircooksAlott]

@@lucymiller6616 6:50

[@j3m3r3]

if this was the fake Bear show. Bear would be jogging the whole trail, rolling around in the river, getting water from puma poop, and calling room service because the ice machine is broke.

[@topher4251]

All these shows are a joke. Go out and do the real thing. With or without a camera this shit is fake as hell.

[@035gogmofo6]

@@topher4251 def not. People call it fake. Because the most shows looks like they really survival enstuff. But they just show how to do it. This guy is def one of the most realistic/realest survival guide.

[@j3m3r3]

@@035gogmofo6 agreed. Les shows the good and the bad. admits when he goofs up or just learns some new things. but first and foremost tries to teach. I dont pretend to know Les but he seems like a straight shooter to me.

[@nippy3126]

@@topher4251 nah u wrong Les is the real deal just bc he has a show don't make him fake.

[@topher4251]

@@nippy3126 ok ill believe you. You back up your statements with facts. Bet dude goes out and scouts the area before filming so he knows where to go for good content. Its a t.v. show you dolt. Of course its scripted and set up.

[@jeffersonspace]

When Mom died in 13 I lost the cable, and over time, found a job at a park. Now, I get to see the stuff Les made afterwards. This episode is killer. Bless

[@snakecat586]

Bless you bro. 🤙

[@dtaylor10chuckufarle]

I'm so terribly sorry for your loss.

[@highthinkuencyfrequencyhea2801]

Infinite blessings my friend. 🙏

[@larryvance2817]

Power on my friend! Cheer's!!!

[@jaysonraphaelmurdock8812]

Condolences on your loss.

[@Dirty_Cummins]

Drinking game for every time you hear Les say “Peril”.

[@snowfox22]

I was about to comment the same thing hah

[@nicksalazar345]

Damn I’m wasted

[@hopper87hopper]

Everytime he says “perish” and u are done for

[@kelseyjay3733]

@@hopper87hopper ya so many LOL

[@kw0017]

Game on

[@mr.j7009]

Les only has only 400K subs and he literally taught you everything you know about how to survive in the wild. He deserves 400M subs if you ask me. Hes like a 2nd father. Lets get him the subs he deserves

[@pantsmage970]

My father taught me everything I need to know. So id say no to Les teaching me anything

[@FMeyer-zg5mg]

not everyone is a clueless cityboy like you. lmao

[@doughyjoey_8742]

He's at over 600k now. Very interesting and informative stuff so I can only see this number growing!

[@totesfleisch258]

To me he was the only Father Figure i had, and growing up as a City Boy that didnt like Life, he showed me the beauty of our World, which was just beyond my Horizon. I just needed to push trough long enough to arrive at the true Beauty of Planet Earth. So he did teach me a lot growing up, maybe not even purely in a Survival Sense.

[@CazzyVR]

​@@pantsmage970 Well let's see. Your father is some random dude and Le Strout is a trained professional... Yeah, I'd still listen to the trained professional. I do not doubt your father's skills, but I would still trust a train professional

[@FloridaManMatty]

It is SO easy to get lulled into a false sense of security and safety when the weather and scenery are so nice. People only get into trouble when the weather is bad and you’re stranded in topographical extremes, right?? Wrong. This is absolutely one of THE most educational survival program episodes I have ever seen. Les never ever let’s us down. It’s awesome to see him sharing this degree of info for free here on KZbin.

[@ZeeboidThrok]

As someone who has necessarily walked off blisters, watching Les put his feet in that glacial runoff made me sigh in relief.

[@chillindave1357]

"Everyone has a plan, until they get hit in the face"... Mike Tyson

[@GiotheGhreat]

What Les explains is so true! I am from Chile and a little more up to the north from where he is filming and my friend and I got lost with our mountain bikes in the heat and in less than an hour we were dehydrated and very weak ( we had already 30 miles riding our bikes before we got lost). You think you are safe but that situation can change there within minutes. Nothing it’s been exaggerated! Thanks for sharing and I hope new visitors or tourists take notes.

[@LupeCoded]

"Muscles and machismo alone won't defeat a mountain." ~Les~

[@nicks4802]

Those words are some of the realest survival advice one could have

[@LupeCoded]

@@nicks4802 indeed sir. In the wild and in life in general.

[@RasDoesBushcraftBackcountry]

Should be a on a 5 panel hiker cap.

[@themittonmethod1243]

April 2, 2021... Here in Vancouver BC, where I live, North Shore Rescue has had 50 callouts since Jan 1... 1/4 through the year, they are at 1/3 their total calls of last year, their busiest ever, at 144 calls. I am afraid for those hearty crews who go out as VOLUNTEERS to rescue those who get in trouble, because this isn't yet the peak season for people being in the 4+ terrain immediately (and by immediately, I mean 100m off the back of properties!) outside of the city. Too many people taking too many risks, and not knowing their limits or the risks. Blessings, Les and thank you for putting these up at no cost so people can learn.

[@chlorophyllix]

Its so kind to give your content free, thanks a lot sir goldenvoice stroud.

[@Overlord99762]

Man the Patagonia is so freaking beautfiul, reminds me a lot of the Rockies

[@MrTedman82]

In a way, they are one in the same. The fault lines from Alaska/British Columbia, to the Rockies in the US on South into Mexico, central America on to Chile and Argentina are connected. It's pretty fascinating to say the least!

[@Overlord99762]

@@MrTedman82 Also they are in similar latitude if I'm not mistaken

[@theespjames4114]

There are several sailing videos on sailing the “Straits of Magellan” seeing the Patagonian archipelago from the water is just as beautiful.

[@andrew2371]

@@MrTedman82 Yep! It's called the "North American Cordillera"

[@andrew2371]

@@Overlord99762 Well the Rockies stretch from Canada through Mexico, so yes I suppose a portion is inevitably at the same latitude

[@kardeef33317]

I almost died of hypothermia when I was 17. Les isn't kidding when he says ot messes up your mind. I had 2 miles to walk in a urban area, When I started it was in the low 30's. I got rained on then it dropped in the upper 20's. I when shivering to feeling like it was in the 70's with a warm sun. I got tired and sat down under a tree's shade to take a nap. In the back of my mind it was telling me something wasn't right. I then realized I was a block from my mom's work. Normally that would have been obvious. I decided to stop by and see if I could get a ride. When I walked into her work je workers freaked. My skin was bear red. My hair was frozen solid and frozen to my clothes, and they were frozen together. I scared me when I warmed up to how far my mind wasn't functioning right.

[@thothtahuti5509]

Glad to hear you made it friend

[@ianvaldez3886]

One channel that will never cause a complainy about ads. The one true reality TV gem.

[@cavemanbadbones1568]

Ah the pure bliss of finding an episode you haven't seen! Love this dude!

[@sugarmane]

Seeing les stroud in the wild... is the equivalent to seeing a sasquatch!

[@brianl839]

When I was in middle school I'd come home for lunch and watch this guy every single day. It was the greatest.

[@megaton.settler]

Thank you for putting these old episodes on KZbin. I beyond appreciate it. I’ve been watching you since I was about 14 years old and I am 32 now.

[@lizzerdlegz2732]

Me too

[@lo0nyt0onz]

Me to, i grew up in nothern California in The middle of the woods and would always attempt to build shelters in the woods. 😂

[@craigarthur7599]

First rule of hiking and camping they taught us in Boy Scouts. Let someone know where you’re going and how long you plan to be gone.

[@dtaylor10chuckufarle]

Aye!

[@asfandbabar5635]

Reminds me of when me and buddies did “the devils thumb” at lake Louise Alberta, 5 started and just me and my friend made it to the peak, call it destination disease. We were so worried about getting to the peak we totally forgot we had to come back down, the sun was setting while we were at the peak and soon realized had 3 hours to hike back down, we were the last ppl to leave and were jogging through the dark with both our phones dead, its crazy how simple things can potentially spell disaster.

[@jjnich4915]

Lmfao I had a similar experience at Devil's Thumb in 2016 then when it got dark and we got down to Beehive my friend and I heard a terrifying animal and it was dark and we were the last ones up there lol.

[@asfandbabar5635]

@@jjnich4915 great times! Lol in hindsight its a fun story, beehive is still quite a ways from the bottom. It felt serene being the last ones just a calm unbothered area at the base, and my friend also heard a “mountain lion” lol we are from the Toronto we took rocks with us after that growl just in case!

[@jjnich4915]

@@asfandbabar5635 lol thanks for sharing that. Yes! To be honest the switchbacks up to big beehive are really sketchy in the dark. Definitely not a spot you want to step off the beaten path lol! The worst part though was going down the shuffle near the top of Devil's thumb near where the rock pile is (or was). I think what my friend and I heard was also a mountain lion as they are abundant in that area. Definitely should have left earlier in the morning but we are both experienced hikers and both had our phones charged up good and I have been turned around in the rockies in more remote spots so it was no big deal but the situation could have been a lot more dangerous bad it rained etc. Also I am from outside Toronto too so shout outs. Thanks for sharing your similar experience.

[@asfandbabar5635]

@@jjnich4915 we cut through the switchbacks, we slid down the side, and nice! What would you recommend as a good spots to hike here and around the GTA?

[@LeeRichardson808]

One of my favorite TV shows of all time. True legend.

[@originalthundercat4295]

This episode has a “bear grills, your a douche” vibe. I can get behind that.

[@cassuttustshirt4949]

Les often throws some shade at Bear Grylls. I love it. Bear Grylls eats some gross for camera. If Les has to eat something gross, it's because he literally hasn't had more than a few bites of food for four days and he's a desperate man.

[@heyman5525]

Bear Grylls learned and practiced what he did in the British military. He's the real deal regardless of what you think of "man vs wild" which was a tv show produced by someone else.

[@StopWars420]

@@heyman5525 you lost your argument when you called the british military the "real deal" Lmao they don't do anything.

[@heyman5525]

@@StopWars420 really? British special forces? ok.

[@heyman5525]

@@StopWars420 first, I said Grylls was the real deal. Second, regardless of active duty, the military trains in real life situations. They don't sit around eating cheese puffs until the next war starts.

[@tyliogghio4741]

Hey Les I'm not sure if you read comments but I've been following you since I was just a kid and I look up to you in every way. I remember being a kid thinking if I watched enough of what you made, I'd be alright along with my family if the world ever shut down. You made me, as well as millions of others, feel like they had the world in their hands. I appreciate the heck out of you les. Seriously. I'll pray more kids will find you and see the value of a show like this.

[@Exist_Outdoors_]

Bruh I have stuff to do, this just set me back 48 minutes lol. Ain’t nothing getting done until I watch this wicked episode.

[@shimshamkabam]

watching this episode before you finish your chores? thats a lemon!

[@Exist_Outdoors_]

@@shimshamkabam the second one too, I forgot to purchase Irish cream for my coffee.

[@Kamamel0n]

Isn’t this an old episode

[@syrefayne8922]

Watch on 2x speed, then it's only 24 minutes

[@MrMasterarms]

Bro.. I keep watching episode after episode... I have been here 2 days!!!

[@mr_ballywhoxiv6365]

Weird how relaxing these are to watch after a long day, yet for Les, anything but 😅

[@kcudarbemusic]

As a 13 year old kid, every one of my friends were watching Nickelodeon and Disney Channel shows. I, however, watched Survivorman and learning from what life Les can show me. I didn't really realize it back then-- I watched because I enjoyed. But there's so many life lessons I've learned from just watching Survivorman that I apply in my own life at 27 years old. One of the greatest things I've ever learned from watching Les is always being cautious and aware of the situations I am in-- no matter if it is a survival situation or a regular life situation. Assess the situation that I am in and focus on the things that I can control and not variables that are uncertain. Thank you Les for the content and also for the lessons you've taught me in my life. I don't regret being a outlier during adolescence and watching you-- there's so much information you can learn just from someone else's lens.

[@wake777]

oh wow. im 14 now, watching this. ive got close relations with a guy who trained many legendary wilderness survival experts and guides so im hoping to be able to learn and do bushcrafting some time.

[@YourFellowPlant]

He’s only been doing videos for a few years, also, nobody cares about your age. Now go to r/imbadass

[@ShowMeStudi0]

For the longest I was wondering what happened to les now he’s on KZbin I’m totally subscribing live this guy

[@weaniebeaniebur5725]

I grew up in the cascades and am very familiar with my areas, some people who live in the same places aren't familiar with their own forests and mountain ranges. too many people get lost in areas they shouldn't have to be lost in. RESPECT MOTHER NATURE. PERIOD. if you do that you will have fun :)

[@moralcompass8457]

Thank you Les Stroud for being you. Cheers brother.

[@thespicemelange.1]

That shot of the glacier over the pass was amazing, once in a lifetime view.

[@Dav01969]

Watched Les as a young man like himself doing his shows, legend, legend, LEGEND

[@funonvancouverisland]

So many experts will tell you fire is last priority... The morale boost it provides along with warmth, the ability to boil water if you have a container, ability to scare away predators, the light it provides when it is dark etc are all very important in survival I'm glad Les has always shared that thought process. Of course there are times where it isn't warranted but those times are far and few between

[@jackthequarterback]

Number one priority in survival is your healthy mind state. A scared, confused mind will fuck you up more than Mother Nature.

[@Gaelztorm]

"So many experts will tell you fire is last priority". umm sorry but those don't really sound like experts so I,. I don't believe you.

[@funonvancouverisland]

@@Gaelztorm Well thats okay my friend god bless you

[@funonvancouverisland]

@@jackthequarterback That's right. It can be difficult to stay calm in a survival situation I can attest to that, but truly the most important for sure ☺️

[@barrybogart5436]

@@funonvancouverisland Shelter is # 1, especially on rainy, windy Vancouver Island! Fire is great if you can find dry wood. Lotsa water!

[@teutonalex]

I've thu hiked over 3000 miles in the Cascades, Wind River range, PNW coast, Sierra, deserts, etc. I made all the mistakes and learned everything the hard way long ago. This guy's advice is all correct and spot on.

[@victorgalloway9770]

Les, I've defended your honor for years! You're The Godfather of Survival.

[@77confusedzombie77]

25:56 Thanks for reminding me of why I'm terrified of starting camp fires when fire bans are in place!!

[@sticks747a]

Whoo new episode up! Been watching les since I was a teenager . This man is the real deal other so called survivalist are just actors. I've learned so much from this show and it never gets old

[@lukeempty3386]

Then check out Ray Mears. Guy is a incredibly knowledgeable bushcraft pioneer

[@sticks747a]

@@lukeempty3386 I've actually watched some of that guy's stuff also he is legit.. I was mainly referring to man vs wild ....etc

[@lukeempty3386]

@@sticks747a yeah Bear Grylls is still pretty legit in the way of his morale etc. He's a pretty crazy dude and ex military so I wouldn't disregard him. Even if he doesn't stay in hotels sometimes I can assure you do it if he had to. But I get your point

[@sticks747a]

He's just a adrenaline junky in my opinion. He doesn't make good decisions when it comes to survival. But everyone has their own opinions. I like les cause he's just a humble dude that plays music and loves the wilderness like me .

[@sticks747a]

I just realized les is talking about the exact same thing I was at the beginning of this episode lol.

[@VanishingNomad]

One rule I have, is NEVER ditch any kind of gear or supplies. If it gets too heavy, then its time to stop and recover. Rest up, THEN keep going.

[@RasDoesBushcraftBackcountry]

I am the same i only de-applied this rule when i thru hiked the TA Trail in 2018 and 2019.

[@hometheater-things7012]

So glad all he’s episodes are on KZbin. I grew up watching him on discovery, nothing better then falling asleep with he’s voice in the background 😂

[@ccrockatt]

This content is unbelievably high quality. Great shots with the camera, and superior insight and knowledge.

[@3ddie965]

i remember going downstairs and seeing my dad watching him on tv all the time when i was a kid, now im here watching it all the time as i get older. thanks for the content Les :)

[@justinmcneely1374]

"Which is pretty decent i suppose", lol. Les Stroud you are the survivor King let's not cut ourselves short here please.

[@CarolinaAnglingCo]

I've been watching Lester's teachings for many years now. I always find myself learning something new. He has kept me out of trouble on a few occasions now whilst fishing in remote locations. Thanks for saving my skin!

[@Gamerkat10]

This episode is a key example of Les exemplifying that the most manly and macho you can be is by actively refusing to do the 'macho' thing. By being humble, not thinking he's above nature, accepting help- he becomes a perfect example of true effortless masculinity.

[@Gamerkat10]

And after I post this, he says "Muscles and machismo alone can never defeat a mountain." It's true, man. Respect nature. That's all there is to it.

[@SavannahVu1985]

Well said. I love how you worded that. He is a very humble and wonderful person to learn from, I have so much admiration for him also.

[@titussit7349]

First few seconds of the video when survivorman was saying how dangerous survival situations really are I gave it a like instantly it's ok to practice in your backyard but when your in the wilderness totally different story great video survivorman.

[@user-sf6su1pq8u]

Les, as a fellow survivalist I've enjoyed your series. This episode is the best one, hands down overall for adventurous neophytes! 30min. in Stop, rule number 2, from the successful hunter gathers 10 most important rules; #2 "always remember to take care of your feet" Rule #1, "always know the dangers first", which you have already covered so far in this episode. It's a good thing what you do! You've mentioned before, but needs reiterating, when faced with the advercity of survival, most people die of embarrassment.

[@LeaveNoTrashBehind]

In my opinion this is by far the most informative survival channel to exist on KZbin.

[@JASmith-oy8db]

42:52 "It's impossible to believe you're going the right way". That's what I thought about the older, Himalayan-experienced Australian backpacker who perished in the High Uintas in Northeast Utah, July 2011. Dead Horse Pass was covered in snow, which, as precipitous as it is, hardly looked like a pass as a result. So he got off trail, in all likelihood by accident, and went straight over a talus slope which looked more reasonable, before getting to the other side to find himself on a virtual cliff. Presumably he fell to his death on that side or injured himself descending and was never rescued. S&R failed to find him, but his remains were found in 2017, I believe. I was only two days trekking behind him but already knew Dead Horse pass. From time to time I think about having passed right through that area while he may have been lying injured and dying. RIP.

[@MW-ts7hl]

I’m so glad you’re posting these on YT! I remember watching Survivorman on OLN with my dad when I was a little girl, so many wonderful memories. Thank you for bringing these back, Les!

[@SinnerChrono]

I come back frequently to rewatch every episode. Often times ill play them when falling asleep.

[@Catdore]

I have found that the main and most insidious enemy is a lapse of judgement. Factors silently accumulate before one gets into real trouble. Your best friend is training, your best ally is local knowledge - don't leave home without it. Les Stroud's series is great.

[@GuantanamoBayBarbie2]

Les makes the best content of this genre. What a man.

[@PrOBOY251]

I would love to see you do the Dyatlov Pass. That was a tragic true story.

[@vagot]

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[@Dan-zr8jv]

everything this man is saying is so true he's smart & knowledgeable & skillful i love this guy ♥

[@ylemscalamity]

I’ve been watching les since I was a kid I’m now 30 and I still love to watch you wander and survive the biomes of the world

[@itsyoboyskinnypenis7898]

I have idolized you from when I was a boy. From northern ontario, you sparked a light In me. Not a hunter, but just the isolation and calm when the world seems so upset. Fill my pack and find peace if just for a weekend.

[@harrynut3044]

Funny KZbin name !! LOL

[@ilovesteveclark6084]

Les, you've actually had a huge impact on my son. We had just moved into a new house, a new development that was still surrounded by forest and wetland. (Southern Louisiana!) #1 He saved his friend from being bit by a Water Moccasin, and he attributed it to learning from you to always use "observation techniques." #2 He came home one afternoon and said "Mom, I had a wild boar charge at me!" (Of course, I got hysterical) and he said "no Mom, it's ok, we were walking home (with his 2 friends who had just taken the path to their own neighborhood,) but then I heard branches snapping... then a GRUNT! I didn't even look behind me, I ran and climbed up the nearest tree because no matter what, anything that makes a "grunting" sound is wild!" He was only 12, and I started crying saying "How did you know what to do?!!!" He calmly replied with a serious expression: "Les always says the most important thing to do is observe, listen, and don't hesitate or you run the risk of dying!" Mr. Stroud, my son could've died that day, but because of YOU, he knew what to do. He was only 12, and I owe you so much gratitude. We notified all of the authorities about what happened and the police taped off that "pathway," the school was notified, the Wild Game authorities were called in, etc....they caught the boar and brought him to where he should be. This was a dangerous situation because it was a new neighborhood development and essentially the contractors were cutting the trees down where the boars had previously known as "home." Again, I heartfully thank you Mr. Stroud.

[@kieranhart5776]

From your very first episode Les, you always have a big fan in me, fello Canada Ontarian. Damn, it must be over 30 years watching survivor man, give or take.

[@chubbs2962]

Les, thank you for putting your videos out there for everyone. My favorite thing on TV back in the day and my favorite KZbin channel now! 👍👍

[@nickschaps4022]

It’s amazing how a stubborn attitude and nature can get you. I did a hike in early August one year to scout some BLM land I’m familiar with for a deer hunting . Had all the usual gear I would need for a couple nights in the hills in August. Didn’t check the weather before heading out, 5 hours into my hike I got hit with a rain storm, and the temps dropped to 36 degrees F overnight. Fortunately from years of watching Les I was able improvise and switched from hammock camping to a lean to between trees, and I had plenty of fire starting material in a waterproof bag, was able to get a roaring fire going with the small amount of dry wood I could recover. Made it through a he night and got my clothes dryer out the next day. Hiked out and was told that all in all almost 3” of rain fell that night. If not for the ability to start that fire I think it is likely that I would have gone hypothermic and died. I have never gone into the backcountry without a tipi or tent shelter since.

[@micahned]

Cheers, thanks for sharing and having humility. I'm a big fan of my little silicone coated tarp, it's super light/small and totally waterproof, plus if you have enough cord and some practice then you can set it up a hundred different ways or wrap yourself in it for an emergency bivy.

[@barrybogart5436]

@@micahned I have a Siltarp but think a SOL bivi would be better. Ideally both.

[@mikesendec3972]

"BLM"?

[@BryanWhite77]

@@mikesendec3972 Bureau of Land Management.

[@JJsiN84]

So great to see you around again. I remember watching you spend the night in a big swap years ago. I remember you saying in a later interview that you where miserable during that episode. Great advice regarding "don't push yourself" You are out to enjoy nature, not brag about how quickly you can complete it.

[@nightsshadow9695]

I just notice that these were posted on here. Finally. I can rewatch them in order. I’ve always loved les stroud survivorman.

[@fishrgirl5980]

What Les does all along through his videos thru the yrs, are now called a thru-hike, which he is King.

[@thothtahuti5509]

I live in New Zealand and it's so good (though unsurprising, considering his background) to hear les highlight and encourage making sensible decisions (especially) in unknown countries and terrain. Unfortunately we tend to get a few dead hikers each year or so and most of them tend to be foreigners who don't listen to the warnings from locals :/ always respect nature and the possibility of changing conditions, be safe and have fun ::)

[@EaGilgamesh]

Ive been watching the Survivorman series since 2005 (Since I was 11 years old! Wow it's been a while eh) This episode in particular taught me something that I will always remember, as an avid hiker and a travel enthusiast, we go out to enjoy the beautiful landscape and be one with nature. It's important to listen to your body, know when to take a rest, pay attention to the weather and make sure you have the proper supplies in case the worst comes. I've never had to deal with anything quite so bad, but it's important to be prepared and have a fallback plan in case any number of scenarios become reality. Never turn a nature trip into a survival situation, don't purposely put yourself into a situation to use those skills, know them and master them, but never make a vacation threaten your life or the life of others. I'm putting this trail on my list! Beautiful cinematography and knowledgeable narration by Les, I look forward to walking this trail as you have and seeing the things you saw :) What time of year did you visit Chile? Also going to take a month or two to wear in a pair of new hiking boots so my feet dont end up like yours! Amazing content as always, look forward to all your videos! -Nick

[@gregorymorrison1844]

Thankyou les for posting these. I've been benge watching your shows for few days now. Brings back memories of childhood growing up watching your shows all the time taught me to love nature. And now your back on here

[@GroceryStoreStories101]

Thank You Les. I like how you are telling stories of people who pass away to teach us. And I love your Lemon analogy.

[@daymal2717]

Man im so glad all of these great episodes are here for me to binge. I used to watch you on discovery Channel when I was a kid, always thought you did a way better job than Bear Grylls and it always felt way more legitimate. Glad to see you are healthy and doing well after all these years man! Much love from San Fernando Valley, Ca.

[@tb303wpf1]

Les has pioneered so many techniques that others have taken from. If you're going to use Les's material, that he created on his own, at least give the man credit for developing them. Love ya Les, so happy these treasures are on KZbin now. All the ones I purchased have parts cut out. So it's nice to have the full videos as well now. Happy Easter man!

[@zachhenderson7982]

I doubt recall ever seeing this episode. Glad you are posting these. You are my spirit animal

[@patricknowlin300]

You are a real one. I remember being a kid and being able to see you were more real than Bear G. Thank you for your authenticity! 1992 guy 29 this year! Thank you again you and Steve Irwin are in the same boat for me!

[@joetriolo9161]

I found Les's channel recently and I'm loving it...it was appointment TV when the series was on regularly and it's great to see these episodes again.

[@defiant1king563]

I'm set for a 15 min. Break..... Well this just turned into a 48 minutes +ads break. Thank you.

[@christinefarrow1315]

Drag the red dot all the way to the end.. u may even get hit with an ad.. then press replay.. no ads!.

[@syrefayne8922]

@@christinefarrow1315 I literally did this coz I got annoyed at ads every 3 minutes 😂

[@defiant1king563]

@@christinefarrow1315 you are a life saver. Thank you 😊

[@christinefarrow1315]

@@defiant1king563 Ur welcome sweetie.. ads is way too much..

[@thetwitchywitchy]

thank you so much for talking about the dangers of hiking alone / feeling overconfident in nature, and for wanting to get through to people that survival shows, even your own, shouldn’t be used as a guide. Many many years of practice and experience made you Survivorman, and while you’re able to makes things look easy at times, survival usually isn’t. Thank you for always doing your best to educate us in such an amazing way, I genuinely wish I had as much contact with nature as you do :) I’ve been watching your show for years and I’m very happy to see you’re able to post your content online :) You went through so much to get this footage and I’m so happy to finally get a chance to send my gratitude :)

[@markopaasela8583]

Les = humble. You are my hero

[@10bighikes58]

I remember seeing a beautiful river flowing through the foothills of the Andes on the Argentine side, and there was one spot where I could see bottom about 5m down. As a Canadian, I wasn't about to suffer anymore in the 44C heat, so I stripped down and dove in. I learned very quickly what it feels like to have the air sucked out of your lungs. I've jumped off the ice into Lake Superior before, but that was probably the coldest thing I've ever experienced. Glacier streams are stupid cold lol. I'd love to try hiking this loop someday soon!

[@griffin5226]

I always keep vaseline on me, even in my belt survival kit. Blisters are no joke, plus it makes good firestarter

[@funonvancouverisland]

My bet is you make more from KZbin in your first 5 years than your last 5 years of work. So happy to have followed along, and that you kept the rights to your films, so as to reap the benefits forever 😊😎

[@andyt5411]

Its a good show if you want to fall asleep 😴

[@Rudabeger]

Les, I admire your lifestyle and appreciate your message. Thank you for all you do and have done. You have an immaculate way with words and expressing yourself. You don't appear to sugarcoat and I just am aw-struck by your actions. I haven't found out your motives or drive alas I am relatively new to your channel but you are one of a kind. I greatly appreciate you and your content. Live long and prosper, good job Les, good job.

[@joerussell9187]

I watched this episode years ago. It’s even better and makes so much more sense to the older me, than the younger cockier me. We all grow up at some point. Thanks Les for another 48:12 seconds well spent!

[@murph5290]

The lemon theory is the same as the spoon theory that some people with brain injuries use to describe the affects of their neuro fatigue through the day, and the consequence of losing each spoon. Both are very good analogies.

[@skyblue2636]

BIG Survivorman fan. When bushcrafting on YT became popular, I watched many. But now there's so many and most are: Guy sets up tent, cuts wood, starts fire, cooks elaborate meal, chows down, drinks, sleeps, Morning: makes coffee, breakfast, chows down, loads out. That's solo camping, not bushcraft. The best was when Joe Robinette told the story of how he seen you in the local video rental store. He was so awe-struck that he couldn't say anything to you, too shy. Maybe intimidated.:D I think his wife broke the ice then he finally met you.😂

[@dawnw.6559]

These are excellent rules to live every day life by. I love watching Les and his shows!

[@ellavateify]

this was super interesting and sobering. Les is the OG of survival!

[@hawkinatorgamer9725]

This was the best Survivor show there ever was, period.

[@DinoCism]

The whole 'CSI' aspect of retracing the dead hikers path is interesting. Not sure if he's done more content like this but that would be interesting. It gives an additional narrative to the show aside from just surviving.