The unforgiving reality of survival in Montana's wilderness
In short: Experience the raw demands of life in one of America's harshest environments. From tracking elk through sub-zero snowstorms to the high-stakes world of competitive rodeo, this documentary captures the grit required to thrive in the wild.
The film follows Harrison and Rick as they navigate a brutal landscape featuring -35 degrees Celsius temperatures and 50 centimeters of fresh snowfall while searching for an elk herd. It also highlights the practical side of wilderness life through Trapper Scott Olsen, who treats forest remains like a forensics scene to ensure nothing goes to waste.
Beyond survival, the documentary explores Montana's cultural heritage. It covers Henry Hollenbeck’s competition against eleven top cowboys in steer wrestling and Jenny Roddewig’s attempt to train her dog team for the Race to the Sky, featuring a lead dog recovering from hip surgery.
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