Life Below Zero Season 17 Episode 5 Creature of the Night

In episode five of season 17 of Life Below Zero titled Creature of the Night, we follow the lives of several Alaskan bush families as they brave the harsh winter conditions and gather resources to survive. The episode takes us across remote areas of Alaska, from the snow-covered slopes of the Brooks Range to the frozen tundra of the Yukon and the Kavik River Camp in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

We begin with Glenn Villeneuve, who resides in a hunting cabin deep in the wilderness. Glenn is an experienced hunter and trapper, but he faces challenges from some of the nocturnal predators that roam the area. In the episode, he shows how he uses various techniques and measures to protect himself and his dogs from wolves who can attack at night. He deals with wolves that can smell him or his dog, hear him, or see him. Glenn knows that he is deep in their territory and takes precautions not to upset their ecosystem.

Next, we travel with the Hailstones, who live in Noorvik and must face the brutal winter storms in their everyday lives. They talk about how traditional hunting and fishing are essential for their livelihood, and how they have been forced to adapt to the changing environments. The family includes Chip, Agnes, and their daughter Tinmiaq, who are seen preparing materials for their upcoming dog sled race. Chip sets out to prepare their sled and dogs to survive the harsh terrain they will face. Tinmiaq joins him to help with the sled while Agnes goes to hunt muskrat.

The episode also switches to the situation at Kavik River Camp, where Sue Aikens runs a remote outpost for those passing through the Arctic Wildlife Refuge. She recounts how she must always be vigilant and prepared for anything since she is in a remote location and can’t always rely on help. She brings us insight into how she prepared for her winter visitors, erecting tents, setting up heaters and stocking up on supplies. Sue shares a story of how a guest’s refusal to listen to her had put their life in peril and how things could easily turn bad as they faced the fierce winter storms while making their way back to the town.

Finally, we head to the foothills of the Brooks Range with the Lewis family, who have an off-grid homestead and have learned how to survive with limited resources in extreme winter conditions. Erik sets out to gather firewood for their warm interior while facing small obstacles such as getting stuck in the snow. Martha is the designated hunter of the family and goes out to hunt moose. Since they are surrounded by wild animals, Martha is always wary of predators and must take care that those nearby do not detect her while she tracks them.

In conclusion, Life Below Zero season 17 episode 5, Creature of the Night, highlights how various Alaskan bush families face and deal with wildlife during harsh winter conditions. Viewers get a glimpse of how each family must modify and adapt their living and survival techniques to thrive in Alaska's rugged and unforgiving wilderness.