Ed Stafford: First Man Out Season 1 Episode 3 Mongolia
- TV14
- February 14, 2019
- 43 min
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Ed Stafford: First Man Out season 1 episode 3 takes viewers on a breathtaking journey through the vast wilderness of Mongolia. The episode begins with Stafford and his partner, Mongolian survival expert Tsetsegbal, landing in one of the most remote locations in the world. With sparse vegetation, the harsh terrain, and scarce wildlife, this is a place that has challenged even the most experienced of survivalists. Stafford and Tsetsegbal are dropped just a few feet from the location they are supposed to reach, where they will face their survival challenges for the next ten days.
The duo takes shelter in a small Ger, a traditional Mongolian tent, that will serve as their home for the duration of their stay. Stafford is immediately struck by the stark contrast between the beauty of Mongolia's open skies and the rough terrain that threatens to get them at every turn. The show zooms in on the Mongolian landscape, highlighting the vastness of the terrain and the unforgiving challenges that surround the area.
The episode's scenes are breathtaking, and viewers see a rugged and untamed land dominated by sharp mountain ranges, shifting sand dunes, and vast open plains. The stark beauty of the terrain is matched by the familiar feeling of the vast open sky that surrounds Stafford and Tsetsegbal. It is a place where it feels like a man could easily be swallowed up; however, Stafford is undaunted, and immediately begins to survey his surroundings in a bid to understand the resources that exist in the wilds.
From there, the episode dives into some of the most intense survival challenges that Stafford faces in his journey around the world. The travelers take viewers on an in-depth look at some of the integral survival tactics they use to cope with the desolate landscape of Mongolia. They show how to kill a camel, one of the few sources of food and water available in the wilds. The duo also provides a tutorial on how to use the hot stones found in the land to generate heat and stay warm in the freezing temperature that accompanies the Mongolian nights.
As the episode progresses, Stafford encounters several survival challenges, from starvation to harsh weather conditions, but it’s the small things that makes the Mongolian wilderness challenging. Stafford and Tsetsegbal endure long treks in the unrelenting heat and biting cold, with each step allowing viewers to understand the harshness of the environment and how it tests the limits of the human body. They forage for anything they can find, from wild roots and berries to small animals like lizards and insects, to keep their hunger at bay.
The episode is not without its moments of humor and adventure as well. From bonding with locals over fermented mare's milk, Stafford immerses himself in the culture of the locals, forge relationships and learn from their ancient ways of survival. He exchanges stories with herders around the Ger, shares his expertise with them, and picks up tips in return.
Throughout the episode, Stafford shows that beyond the world’s harsh environments, there is always something beautiful worth fighting for. Mongolian wilderness presents its share of the breathtaking natural beauty, and the show never fails to capture the view. The audience watches sunlight cast golden light across the foothills, and the blissful bliss of a wintry landscape.
In conclusion, Ed Stafford: First Man Out season 1 episode 3 is a captivating and insightful episode that takes the audience on a survival trip through the vast wilderness of Mongolia. The episode is a testament to the resilience of human beings and their ability to succeed in the most difficult circumstances, and the beauty that lives within the harshest of terrains. The challenges that Stafford and Tsetsegbal face test their experience and determination, and the success they achieve reminds us that survival goes beyond mere endurance. It’s a must-watch episode for anyone who loves the great outdoors and adventure.