Alaskan Bush People: Bush Engineering

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  • 2016
  • 1 Season

The Discovery Channel's Alaskan Bush People is a series that has captivated audiences with its portrayal of the everyday challenges and triumphs of a family living in the wilderness of Alaska. This show takes viewers on a journey into the majestic, untamed wilderness of Alaska with the Brown family, who have chosen to live a life far removed from civilization. The show takes on a unique twist with its Alaskan Bush People: Bush Engineering series, which focuses on the family's ingenuity and resourcefulness as they tackle various DIY projects to make their off-the-grid home work.

The Browns have lived without modern conveniences like electricity and running water for over 30 years now, but they have found innovative solutions for everything they need to survive in the harsh Alaskan wilderness. In Alaskan Bush People: Bush Engineering, viewers get to see how the family relies on their ingenuity and self-reliance as they take on various engineering projects that will make their home more livable.

The show features various members of the family, all of whom work together to complete these projects. From their oldest sibling, Matt, who's known for his skills in carpentry to their second eldest, Bam Bam, whose passion lies in customizing heavy machinery, the Browns work hard to make sure that their off-the-grid life is as comfortable and viable as possible. Some projects featured are re-building their dock, creating an electric power plant for their home, and constructing a rainwater collection system.

With the beautiful Alaskan wilderness as their backdrop, viewers get to watch as the Browns tackle these DIY projects with joy and enthusiasm, showcasing their creativity and resourcefulness. The family must overcome not just the typical challenges of construction and engineering, but also the unpredictable weather patterns that often impact their building timeline. For example, constructing a rainwater collection system was a difficult task as it had to be done during the rainy season. Therefore, the Brown family had to work with haste while the weather was still cooperating.

Throughout the series, viewers get a feel for the rugged terrain and harsh conditions that are so much a part of life in the wild. From the snowstorms that bury their property in feet of snow to the threat of hungry bears, the Browns must navigate many challenges that come with their remote lifestyle. We also get to see how the Browns partner with other communities in their endeavors, such as the local sawmill that provides them with the lumber for their projects.

Viewers get insight into the different methods of engineering the Browns incorporate in their projects. For example, the family relied on their knowledge of physics and engineering to construct the power plant that could sustain their off-grid lifestyle. Viewers get to learn about the benefits of hydro-electricity as well as see how the Browns improvised with materials they had at their disposal to construct the power plant.

The show also offers some feel-good moments that are increasingly rare on television today. For example, each project unites the family around a common goal, allowing the different members of the Browns to bond with one another while working towards a singular objective. Matt lovingly teaches his younger siblings, Rain and Bear, how to hammer in nails while building the dock, and viewers can see the pride and excitement on their faces as they learn a new skill.

The Alaskan Bush People have garnered a reputation for being some of the most rugged and inventive people in the world. With their resourcefulness and DIY spirit, they've proven time and time again that anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Alaskan Bush People: Bush Engineering perfectly encapsulates this adventurous spirit and provides viewers with thoroughly entertaining television that combines gorgeous Alaskan scenery with innovative engineering projects that are both educational and inspiring.

In conclusion, Alaskan Bush People: Bush Engineering is an excellent addition to the Alaskan Bush People franchise. The DIY series showcases a family working together towards a singular goal and provides viewers with jaw-dropping moments of innovation and engineering that make for compelling television. The show is a testament to the strength of the human spirit when it is combined with inventiveness, determination, and a love for the wilderness.

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Seasons
Back in Browntown
10. Back in Browntown
December 28, 2016
The family finally returns to Browntown to reclaim the bush.
Growing the Wolfpack
9. Growing the Wolfpack
December 28, 2016
The family of nine takes advantage of an early spring to make progress on unfinished business.
Driving Miss Rainy
8. Driving Miss Rainy
December 28, 2016
The youngest Brown brother, Noah, stays behind to continue repairs to Browntown.
Dead In The Water
7. Dead In The Water
December 28, 2016
In Browntown, the rest of the family continues to prep for winter while competing with their bear neighbors.
Bloodlines
6. Bloodlines
December 28, 2016
The Brown boys work a tough demolition job to salvage goods to complete their new home.
Rise of Browntown
5. Rise of Browntown
December 28, 2016
Matt creates his own one-of-a-kind tire house.
Home Alone
4. Home Alone
December 28, 2016
The kids build a large raft to help move lumber.
Pile It On
3. Pile It On
December 28, 2016
The Browns start building their home on their remote land in Alaska; Oldest brother Matt creates a new home for himself.
Welcome to Browntown
2. Welcome to Browntown
December 28, 2016
The Browns set up their unique home site, comprised of a small log shack for the boys and an outhouse and shower for the girls.
Breaking Free
1. Breaking Free
December 28, 2016
The Browns secure a raw piece of Alaskan wilderness and are eager to settle into it before winter hits.
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  • Premiere Date
    December 28, 2016