jwtaylor-83427
As someone who has seen every episode of "Survivorman", all I can say is I'm left wanting more! I'm so happy his show was renewed for an 8th season!Les Stroud has entered our lives in what once was a hobby, now is a top-rated TV series. "Survivorman" gives the viewer unprecedented access to knowledge and wisdom essential for survival. Les's decades of training and his beautiful camera work make it obvious his incredible level of dedication. His love for life and the environment is shown throughout the series. From the countless ways to start a fire, to build a shelter, every episode showcases numerous ways to deal with the situation at hand. He strands himself upon all corners of the Earth, from the frost- biting north to the scorched sands of the desert, all for the purpose of educating others in how to survive such inhospitable climates. Have you found yourself floating in the middle of the ocean, or perhaps broken down in an arid wasteland? Survivorman can show you how to survive.Les Stroud puts forth a truly unique and remarkable work of photography. Perhaps one could consider it a gift to humanity. To any camper or hunter, hiker or climber, or anyone that appreciates the beauty of nature, this show is a must watch, must own.
carolo-966-796364
I love this show..he's the real deal..much better than that Bear Grillis..he's too fake..at least survivor man is on his own when he films and nothing looks faked..he is very believable..it's now 2014 and. I'm watching the Second part of the Bigfoot show..he really should do more of these..if anyone can get to the truth and hopefully get proof I bet you he can.. Keep up the good work...more of these please until u get the proof..this is the best Bigfoot expedition I've seen yet and I've watched them all and read every book on them as early as the 1800's It would be great if they found an area where the Bigfoot actually lived and somehow try to set cameras to be able to observe them..try to learn more about their habits...don't keep us hanging ...go get em ..thanks for listening..
grizzledgeezer
"Survivorman" appears to be unique among outdoor-survival shows. Les Stroud is presented as being truly alone, with no one to assist him. If he makes it to the time limit (currently 10 days), he'll be automatically picked up. But he can't summon help -- and he could very well die.I normally don't like such things. It smacks of trapeze artists working without a net, pandering to the audience's desire to see someone be killed, live. But people do find themselves in extreme situations not always of their own making. Such programming is potentially helpful -- and it serves to remind us how easy our lives are.I just saw the Tierra del Fuego episode, arguably the "low point" of the series (emotionally as well as geographically). I hope Stroud was paid a great deal for this particular "adventure", as no one in their right mind would want to spend more than a few minutes in that place.This is one of a few "reality" programs worth watching.PS: After submitting this review, I more-carefully read the Wikipedia article. It seems Mr Stroud carries a satellite radio, and can get in touch with his crew at any time. This has /never/ been mentioned in any episode; the audience is left believing he is totally alone. I certainly don't want to see Mr Stroud die -- and he /is/ in rather more danger than he would be if cameramen were present -- but his lying-by-omission obliges me to change my rating from 9 to 7.
Eventuallyequalsalways
I stumbled onto this program on the Discovery Channel completely by accident and was struck by the incredible audacity of Les Straud to undertake such an enterprise. The inherent weakness of most television involves the ever-present camera crew and their entourage. Les does it all. When you are watching "Survivor", you are always aware there are several cameramen lurking about, and you know you are seeing an edited version of "reality." With Les and "Survivorman", you know the only footage you don't see is the endless footage of him selecting a vantage point for the tripod and camera so that he can effectively function as his own cameraman. This is a great program if you are at all interested in true survival of one man against the great wilderness of the world.
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