Survivorman | Alaska | Director's Commentary | Les Stroud

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[@shawnwolff4490]

I've been watching Survivor man since you first came out on TV and I am absolutely ecstatic that you have made the transition to KZbin

[@tylerb1593]

Shawn Fort same here I absolutely love it.

[@francescoamatocfa2948]

Me too, these videos have been a treasure for behind the scenes

[@spo616]

Shawn Fort -

[@teamcouplespokemon598]

Same

[@denakelley4363]

Same here!

[@nelsonminingandabandonedplaces]

Love these director's cuts Les is truly a blessing and a master of his craft.

[@philduoos2961]

Love the "rest of the story" bits. As a 20-year old kid from the USA I was solo canoeing in the Boundary Waters. Had a fishing license for Minnesota, but strayed over the line into Canada. While I wasn't sure, I sorta figured I was illegal - but I 'm out in the middle of nowhere so... Two mounties in a canoe came upon me. Gave me a ticket ($40??? way back when.) Just pay it when I get back home. They took off in their small canoe - they were FAST! I came up on them at a short portage around a rapids. They invited me for lunch! I asked them about their canoe, and they were on some sort of speed canoe paddling team.

[@joedefraties3304]

I love the boundary waters. my grandfather is a guide for trips up there. he's been doing it for at least 30 years. he's 75 or so and still killin it.

[@bobsingh7949]

great tale. happy tale

[@kelborhal2576]

I never realized how lucky we were to have survivorman on tv. I always assumed things would get better or at least stay the same in terms of quality. I appreciate all the work you put into making this stuff for us.

[@adammurray8361]

fr we thought this about all of life not just tv, I wish I could have been prepared for how wrong we were!

[@markvincent522]

I saw the “hand trick” when I was like 18 on Survivorman and have used it extensively while climbing and hiking since then. It works out nearly perfectly at 15 minutes per finger, despite having really small hands. What Les teaches is stuff that works and will help you-what other “survival” shows teach will get your head popped off, and probably sooner rather than later.

[@EAHowe]

In theory given that your hand size and arm length see generally proportional, it should mean that everyone sees their hand as about the same size as each other against the horizon when their arm is at full span

[@markvincent522]

​@Asherah I could not care less. It's not a magic trick. And you doubled-up on "sleight." I think someone is trying to sound smarther than they are. And those aren't "commas," they're quotation marks. Nice try, though.

[@58nunzi]

Wes is a stand-up guy. I would take his advice any time. Knowledge is the key to everything.

[@Bluebloods7]

Idk who this Wes guy is you speak of, but Les is a helluva guy!

[@kryno6965]

I love watching the Director's Commentaries in the evenings with a cold beer or two. Something about these shows is very relaxing and I feel like Les is talking to me in person. Keep them coming Les.

[@williamalexander3731]

Les's constant restraint to not constantly shit on Man v Wild will never cease to amaze me .

[@Bluebloods7]

He holds the ire for the production itself, but I think he does respect Bear and his knowledge/abilities. The way I always looked at it was; Les showed true survival, that the common man or woman may find themselves in a situation like the ones he presented in the various episodes, while Bear (with the safety provided by having a crew with him), was able to do much more "ridiculous/outlandish" things on his treks. Bear was afforded that room for error while falling through ice, hanging from a crevasse, falling into quicksand, etc., which allowed the viewer a way to experience someone going through those things in the highly unlikely event they should ever have those things happen to them. Was it grandstanding and all for show? Yeah, probably, but I think it served its purpose and had its own niche, but I far and away preferred the style of the self-filming all alone TRULY man vs wild that Les presented for us.

[@zebschreiber7357]

@@Bluebloods7 the last one I watched he was really bashing bear grillis because bear cheats like a mofo

[@abezona]

@@Bluebloods7I really think Les doesn’t like Bear. Of course idk for sure & if he was asked directly I’m sure he’d give a political answer about how he respects him yada yada yada. I’ve been binge watching this show on KZbin the last few weeks and he makes a lot of negative comments about MvW and other “copycats” both on the original shows and the commentaries.

[@Bluebloods7]

@abezona he respects a former British special ops, yeah. He doesn't respect the charade he and their crew put on for that show though.

[@simonfea2]

Its hard to respect someone who films "survival" for 3 hours a day and lounges around at a 5 star hotel and spa after. I wouldn't reapect that guy, especially if I was out 7 days and filming myself.

[@CraftyCleetus]

Les is the real deal, never met anyone who didnt respect his dedication.

[@normajean7332]

Got to like it Papa Bear!!

[@peaceforall4383]

I've watch almost every episode, it's not just the show, quite honestly Les Shroud you have affected my life for the good and I appreciate everything you do for everyone across the globe. You are my hero haha

[@funonvancouverisland]

I loved the lower thirds Les , I would never side with the network but I found those factoids to be a nice touch. Keep the commentary coming my friend!

[@funonvancouverisland]

4 months later and no one agrees....😫

[@funonvancouverisland]

1 year later and still ...

[@johnwayne3904]

Lol, there ya go, buddy. I agree

[@shiftymcgee4183]

What can be said that hasn't already been said. I was in search and rescue throughout and after high school in the early 2000's and you've always been the Real McCoy to watch and learn from. Everything you've done, and continue doing, means so much to so many people, especially to me and my dad! Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@caffeineadvocate]

Hey, Les. Would you consider doing one of these on the episode with the jaguar? Always wanted to know more about your experience with that one.

[@Tony-tf4om]

oh man, that’d be awesome

[@KakashiHatake-sv1vb]

it's on the channel now'

[@californiacraftsman3427]

Thanks Les for continuing to put these up I feel spoiled that you’ve been posting multiple days in a row like this. When I saw this come up I said to my self heck ya les stroud is the best, thanks for the entertainment during these low key weekends.

[@francescoamatocfa2948]

I agree!

[@peterphilbrick]

I love the fact he's doing the commentary from a hammock, sipping orange juice from a wine glass. Classic Les!! Thank you for all that you do!

[@KazhnaLightfoot]

Grown up in Alaska. I'm 20 years old, I've heard strange noises out in the rural mountains while hiking with friends. This low elevation mountain we were on is hundreds of miles from any city and about 10 or more miles away from the nearest village. It was late in the day in the summer, about 6 or 7 pm. My friends and I were hiking down the mountain when we heard a loud knock on a tree off in the distance. At first we thought that perhaps it was a gunshot several miles away, but then the knocks continued every few minutes or so. We weren't so phased by the sounds, but then we started hearing whistling a few hundred feet away off in the treeline. Knowing what birds and other common animals sound like, we were sure as hell that it was no ordinary being making these very human whistles. That's when we got freaked out and ran down the mountain. Never again have I had the courage to return to the mountain, but perhaps with a powerful firearm and a dog, I'd feel more secure to do so.

[@AstralHiGH]

East Sierra in California has had a lot of similar occurences

[@sean78745]

Ordinary being, occams razor

[@christianadventurefilms]

I saw that you are making the transition from SMTV over to here on KZbin. I suggested this to you a number of years ago and I think it will be a great thing for you and your fans. You won’t have to run and fund a network, you can put content up for free and it’s free to your fans. And through ads, you can have a residual passive income that you so deserve for your great content that you create. Also, with the changes that KZbin has been making, it seems like they may be heading toward something like a Netflix type network themselves. This should put you in a nice position if you are already established as a popular channel. Keep up the great work, Les, I’ve been a fan for a lot of years. God bless.

[@c.h.9193]

We suggested it to him years ago, as well. Guess enough of us planted the seed and he finely had the idea. As long as we get to see his work again...it does not matter. So wonderful to have his shows back!

[@christianadventurefilms]

C. H. It is very cool to have access to his shows on this platform!

[@c.h.9193]

Hay, thanks for your reply. But even more than that...I just checked out your channel and...WOW! Never knew you existed. This is so Cool. What a Gift you are giving to us all as well. I'll certainly past it on. God Bless, Happy Easter and Stay Well

[@christianadventurefilms]

C. H. Thank you very much for your kind words! Happy Easter to you and your family as well!

[@breadlowry]

"I see you are following my suggestions. Ill go ahead and repeat the reasons you should follow my suggestions. Thanks for following my suggestions."

[@outdoorsforachange]

40:50 now we run a pvc pipe from a rod holder and attach a GoPro to it. Done. Les was and is the grand pioneer of our genre. Hats off to you, sir.

[@yolandarodriguez8829]

Wish you would come back on tv. I enjoyed it. Especially finding Bigfoot episode. Hope u and Todd standing can continue documentaries.

[@jpmerrick8886]

I agree him and Todd work Tod is zeal and he adds rationale

[@RandomInternetDog]

Why does he need to be on TV? It's a dying platform. He's here and it's better.

[@SirPraiseSun]

we need all the episodes on Netflix I don't understand why they are not uploaded on a platform im not gonna purchase them 1 by 1

[@LokiKala117]

Epic behind the scenes story. So many intense things at the same time. Survival at its best.

[@WayPointSurvival]

These are so awesome. Thank you.

[@Meta-Drew]

I have used my hand to measure the amount of sunlight left in a day so many times in my life - I've never been in a survival situation but just in everyday life it is so often useful and I have shown it to lots of people. Was just doing it out in my yard the other day to help plan the expansion of my garden to figure out how many hours certain spots would be in shade or sun. Thanks, Les!

[@JustInCases72]

my grandson and I really like these commentary hope you keep doing them,

[@IHWKR]

Theres only a handful of shows I've watched time and time again throughout my life. Survivorman is one of them. Survivorman proves that production value doesnt have to be fancy in order to be successful. It proves someone can create a show that stands the test of time without a large crew, a script, or much more than a couple cameras. Undoubtedly theres still a lot of logistics going on behind the scenes. But the true hero that made this show work is Les' ingenuity. I hope more shows like this will find their way onto the tv screen and I hope those people will follow in Les' footsteps and refuse to sell out or give into network mogols. A vision, a dream, and willpower came together in a beautifully harmoneous symphony called Survivorman. Thank you for being apart of humanity Les. Bless you.

[@chadgelsomino9723]

Would love for you todo the one when you are out in the ocean for 7 days in a emergency raft, however i am loving the fact of watching these again and any episode would do!! Thank you for doing this!!

[@formerdwellerofthebasements]

As teenagers, all my friends and myself, never played fortnite or any video games. We’d go outside in the woods for hours, just trying to be Survivorman. Great memories. Les is a legend in my book. Cheers🍻

[@andrewlynch9971]

I can't help but think Colin Mochrie would do a really great impression of the intro for this episode. Love these commentaries man!

[@sympolzion]

Can we just appreciate the amount of thought going into all Les’ camera angles!? Amazing! Also, the “big foot” or whatever watching you and the fear of not being able to have your kids full time. Maan...Les you are the man. Thank you for all these episodes. I always had a bag of jerky next to me when my dad and I would watch. Good times for sure.

[@skyblue2636]

I've got this downloaded but I haven't watched it yet. I'm savouring it, it's my favourite episode. With all the aggravating confusion that went on behind the scenes, a thread to Survivorman Bigfoot, the dangers of building your fire too close to your shelter😆It has really nice scenery. Les, you're a man of mystery, intrigue, romance, fortune and danger. 😅

[@jonblumhagen126]

Survivorman your my hero. When I was younger I used to be a kayak guide. And I remember watching one of your episodes, and you said something like “the measure of a good tour guide was the ability to get a roaring fire going after a heavy rain. And have the chocolate hidden away” Great advice, thanks for all the great videos. Survivorman crew, you guys rock. You inspired me to make my own KZbin channel.

[@deandredunbar9618]

As a little boy growing up in alaska survivorman was like the holy grail to me I loved it.

[@12b_combat_gamer]

I started watching you while in Iraq in 2010. My best friend and brother was obsessed with you. When he passed I was destroyed but watching you helps me feel close to him still

[@ThatWinterRider]

Just here re-watching you re-watching your show... still, as an outdoorsman and hobbiest photographer... so watching has a satisfying and calming effect on me, sometimes even motivating and inspiring. Survivorman first came out while I was overseas in Afghanistan. I've admired your work and to see someone become successful almost felt like it validated my own passion for it.

[@tannerbethard8575]

Love the videos Les, Thank you! The more the merrier too

[@orendz7740]

On the subject of other survival shows mimicking you one of my favorite “the office” episodes was when Michael went out into the woods to try to survive.

[@lisamr40]

Its so good to hear your voice again!! I used to put "Survivorman" on for my 3 girls right before bed, when they were little. Your calming voice used to lull them to sleep. Plus they learned a lot! Of course, I loved your shows too. As soon as I hear that opening music it brings me back! Stay safe!

[@Guns_N_Gears]

Les, everyone of your shows I watch I always think to myself about how TV was then and now. I was and still am into reality shows. Just comparatively speaking I used to watch the chopper shows and those were cool at the time but like the paint in your kitchen it gets OLD. Your shows however NEVER get old, and the added bonus is the wealth of information you share with us is timeless. These shows are priceless and timeless, and your skills, entertainment level, video skill, and knowledge level are out of this world. I'm older now, but now I share all of these shows with my family. God bless you Les, and one day hope to meet you. Believe me, you can't get any better entertainment than this anywhere!!!!

[@bobandrew8884]

These director commentaries are really good. The thing that occurred to me about this one was the fact the ship called in to the authorities for a lone guy kayaking in a remote area and the 'sighting' of a Sasquatch, was the ship actually there looking for Sasquatch and was prevented by Les being there? It really seems to be linked as if, as I believe that Sasquatch is real and the authorities know it and try to cover it up. I also think Les knows 100% that they are real but he has to maintain the scepticism, maybe for good reason as he knows a lot more than he is letting on. Anyway, great stuff Les, been a fan of your shows on the internet for years.

[@drewowings2515]

Les sipping his vodka and orange juice. Les is the man. Thank you for all your survival tapes over the years. I’ve been in a couple scenarios that I’ve used some of les’s tips. Saved my ass.

[@Nature-Guardian]

Things that you still can't talk about? Such mystery! Thank you for putting these online!

[@kdr082475]

This out of all was my favorite episode of Survivorman.

[@justsayin3228]

These commentaries are fabulous. Gives us even more context to an already legendary series. Woot!

[@tibolf3654]

For the love of God please do more of these. I never watched your bigfoot stuff because I was in the "Come on man... You were so legit..." camp but hearing your first hand stories adds the human element to these stories and makes them fun. So PLEASE do more!

[@lisacolbert5987]

Curious about your opinion of Sasquatch now ? Would you mind writing something here ? Thanks !

[@televisionsux]

....thanks for sharing this with us, your die hard fans. Love your DIY skills with what you have on hand, right there.

[@ronnielacayo1]

Biggest fan since I was 21 now I’m 37 and still a fan! Love your work.. keep making great content

[@davidchicago4959]

Les Stroud is the most interesting man in the world, he's even a musician and I love his music

[@EzERiders]

Still one of my all time favorite shows. I am not big on reality shows but I enjoyed this as a documentary...though deep down I relished watching you descend into madness as you ran out of food and water. That said, I was so excited for you when you found all that food on the island (I forget which) and had a feast among all the hermit crabs. Great show!

[@rabbischlomoify]

Those salmon jumping behind you sums up the challenges and frustration well! Thanks for posting this!

[@earlhayes2969]

Again thanks Les Greatly Appreciated Brother Earl 🇺🇲

[@Fusselwolf]

About one month ago you had approx. 62.000 subscribers. You almost doubled that now! Congrats. I love it that you put stuff on KZbin now. Thanks a lot Les! Stay safe.

[@philwiddifield6394]

Les you are the original and best survivor man my children,my family watched all your epesodes,,and I still follow and share your content,,,it is some of the best knowledge to have,,,thank you!!!

[@Its-Angela]

Les is the best thank you so much for giving us your time. Enjoy your Easter weekend..

[@MattC78]

One of my favorite TV shows of all time. My favorite episode is the one where you ate the Rattlesnake in the Alabama Swamp.

[@grimreefer7656]

Edit this again. Its a Georgia Swamp

[@sydneyorr2904]

I’m loving these commentaries! Thanks for the new content and the memories! I am huge fan of your survivorman series since I was younger, I’m 25 yo now. Hope you and your family are safe and healthy. Sending good vibes from Florida!

[@Hockeyjew702]

I never fully recovered mentally from Netflix removing Survivorman. I used to fall asleep every night to these episodes. I really need to get my hands on one of those dvd Blu Ray box sets Les sells. It has every single episode from every single season and content he has made.

[@DM-qr2pm]

These just hit my feed, and they are great! I still remember watching your show, loved them! I think my all time favorite was the Arizona desert where you "crashed" a motorcycle and had to make you survival from there. Still remember you using the corn chips to help start the fire, with the oil of the chips being the perfect tinder. Thanks for all those amazing shows and the memories with these commentaries!

[@bushcrafters3909]

That was probably my favorite episode and most memorable. I always thought you would be sick from the fish. Thanks for the back story. Nice job.

[@philipde]

Watched the show then the commentary ..both were fabulous thank you Les!

[@LukeBrady]

What a treat this is! Really enjoyed all this commentary! So much happened that wasn't told as part of the series!

[@TheRealKukorica]

how the hell did you get verfied with 11 subs ? xD

[@gailzee1935]

I love listening to you playing the harmonica! It is like food for the soul.

[@nickjoyce896]

37:20 I believe you! Maybe that stream you hydrated from was a recurring drinking spot for ol' Sasquatch 😄

[@milesjewett]

I wish you'd bring in celebrities and do this all again. Or even better a true Survivorman competition..... Long time fan. Happy you are on the tube...been needed this in my life. Thank you

[@htcinfinity]

Why the need for celebrities?

[@unholyprognosis2636]

Thats the dumbest shit I've ever heard. Dont need celebrities to ruin the experience with Les.

[@milesjewett]

Some celebrities can't even cook for themselves. Could be interesting to see folks with very little experience outside, in the wild, deal with actual "living/survival". Not needed but would be fun to se.

[@unholyprognosis2636]

@@milesjewett Nah because all you'd hear is them bitching and moaning about it.

[@milesjewett]

All things are very plausible, however because Les Stroud would be running the show it would be highly entertaining. I personally enjoy when he brings people that are not the survival type on and see what they would choose to do if they were in a survival situation.

[@GenAfterNextTactics]

This is probably my favorite episode. A good time to release it too while everyone is at home on quarantine.

[@happyhappyjoyjoy6497]

Love the series, grew up watching you. The OG of survival shows before anyone was doing it like this

[@cmerkyurky]

Les you should do some filming if you go out doing some camping! There are a lot of youtubers who do survival camping but you’re the classic and the best. Even if you’re not doing gritty survival, stories while you have a glass of wine by the fire would be great

[@yooper6161]

Glad to see some videos from you. Thank you for keeping us entertained 😁😁! We really enjoy your adventures.

[@WilliWater]

THANK YOU - for your honesty of catching food, your sharing of personal anguish, etc. No crazy hype, no over-the-top, " jumping the shark" nonsense. I enjoyed the series while it ran on TV, and getting your personal insight into it now, brought it all full circle. Nicely done Les

[@NeeBflatearth]

You are a big part of my childhood .... : ) Thank You for your work and creating the Series : ) An inspiration ..... : )

[@holdmybeer]

that fire piston is brilliant. thanks for uploading these Les

[@thomassabino13]

i know the feeling and lonliness of being completely alone and the darkness it brings especially that bit with the divorce, takes a strong will to keep on keepin on like you do les, well done

[@andyleo8418]

His honesty is refreshing

[@Serevarno]

I’m so glad you’re doing these. I’ve been rewatching the series on amazon, so it’s nice to have these to jump to. :D

[@Serevarno]

Dream Theory amazon has seasons 1, 4-7 and then a special set of episodes. Hulu has seasons 5 and 7. :)

[@twiggy6591]

I’m glad you started to put these out chronologically

[@patricianunez4025]

I was mesmerized all the way through. Thank you so much for your adventurous spirit and proving you can survive on little or nothing. Now I need to watch all your videos 😊

[@jonathanlockwood8851]

Thank You Les for providing us this awesome series that gives your insight to your own adventures. I love the outdoors, have hiked thousands of miles. Just looking forward to everyone being safe and healthy and being able to get back into the bush. Thanks again.

[@electguitarz]

Thank you Les for putting this on KZbin. It has kept me a bit more sane through this rough period of time!

[@MyHeartsBeat]

I really loved that hat and remember this episode quite well. Can't even say why. Nice to hear all the background infos.

[@nicksalvatore5717]

I don't know how I found this channel but I missed watching Survivorman so much. Thanks KZbin Recommended!

[@johnnywilson5208]

Thank you for doing these Les. My wife and I have been huge fans since season one. I even have all your seasons on DVD. Also love your pandemic advice, gave me a lot of ideas. Keep up the great content sir!

[@tgray747]

It would be hilarious if you did a dual survival type of thing with Mr. Grylls! 😂 I am sure this is not an option for you Les but it would be entertaining. Im total Team Survirman!!! I bought your 20 year DVD set and it's the bomb!!! Love it! Thanks again for all your sacrifices for these videos.

[@carrieb5776]

Les, you are an incredible person, filmmaker and outdoorsman. I've loved watching you from the beginning. I don't watch cable anymore, so it's good to see you here on KZbin doing your own thing. These director's commentaries are awesome. Thank you!

[@FishSnot]

dam les your a beast putting these out every day,thanks a bunch

[@foxsight2947]

Please don't stop doing these videos, or any videos in general from you. I remember when I was a little boy and I use to be fascinated by you and Survivorman. I wanted to be just like you. Seems you help a lot of people in some form! Don't stop Les!

[@MTreatVO]

I am loving this series your doing Les. Been watching you since I was just a kid and am super happy to see you doing so well. Keep em comin!

[@antoniolasater7434]

Always liked those lower thirds and factoids, especially as a kid

[@ApachePieman]

Les is an absolute legend, glad to find he's got a KZbin channel, been watching his stuff for yonks

[@supyrow]

One of my alltime favorite binge worthy shows. this is awesome idea, i love the insights! Love your work! Be Well!

[@VapidToast]

Les, you were and still are an absolute inspiration to my brother and I who grew up in the scouts. You we're the guy we wanted to be when we grew up. You we're the personification of self reliance and our motto of: be prepared. Which through you I learned wasn't always about having every shingle piece of gear for every situation, (that's really not logistically possible) but rather having a creative mind to make do with what you have. And also the critical thinking skills to make those life saving decisions in times of duress.

[@bainyerd1]

This is the one channel that I don’t mind the advertisements. So excited when I found your channel.

[@joelsmith3873]

i can't wait til bigfoot part two commentary man. That first one was awesome. IT's so cool watching all of these again and hearing all of your commentary. Usually director commentary sucks but this is great

[@streamylc]

I learned that hand/fingers to horizon from you, can't even begin to describe how much it has helped and/or made camping trips (or any trips for that matter) easier and more enjoyable.

[@logan5804]

Been watching your show since I was a kid, I'm now 24! I showed my friend the hand trick with the sun a few days ago just goes to show all the stuff you teach sticks with people. Keep making content we all appreciate it, thanks Les.

[@chillindave1357]

This just made my day! I loved the series, now the inside scoop is like the frosting on the cake! Luv it!

[@doctorspockARTS]

Kool! A new video today as well!! Other KZbinrs can't keep Pase with Survivorman

[@SIRMarcusJShaw]

i also have seen your shows since your start. You are the realest survivor man ever hit videos and internet. I enjoyed first dual survivor show on diskovery channel. But thats half entertainment. Plus i liked the kody guy.bare foot solder. to do what you do is to learn like hardest situations in life. its all real with stroud,he is a legend.

[@suzanneknight2145]

Thanks for these. LOVE them, really help while being locked up. Please give us more. Stay safe Les :)

[@Jerochy]

Thank you so much for doing these Les! I absolutely love your casual commentaries over the episodes!

[@craigharrison9727]

Love the director's commentary

[@TheRealHaans]

LES! Im so glad you are on KZbin now!

[@robbabcock_]

Wow, this is the best one yet! It's awesome to be able to peek in the window a bit for a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes.