At the onset of winter, Alaskans combat threats. A storm batters Kavik as Sue fortifies camp. Ricko searches for elusive wildlife. The Hailstones ice fish. Johnny secures food in the Brooks Range.
With the waterways open, Alaskans navigate the rivers for reconnaissance and resources. Andy Bassich and Denise Becker must endure a grueling process of launching their boats for a critical hunt. Chevie Roach and his children set out on the Innoko River to replenish their supply of firewood and protein. And Sue Aikens springs into action after witnessing a dangerous predator on the tundra.
Melting ice, open waterways, and extended daylight allow Alaskans to chase the opportunities of spring. Sue Aikens hunts the tundra for food but must remain wary of a recent injury. The Hoffman family must seize the opening of the spring salmon run. The Hailstones brave the arctic seas for a traditional hunt. And Chevie Roach takes his eldest child on quest for small game.
Changing landscapes and animal patterns threaten the survival of those who dwell in the arctic. The Hailstones search for a once abundant food source quickly turns to desperation. Sue Aikens imports a renewable resource in the tundra. Ricko DeWilde guides his son, Keenan, on a key springtime hunt. And the Hoffman brothers teach their young cousin, Jackson, the Yup'ik way of life.
