This first episode highlights what Chris and Casey have ahead of them on this journey. It explains and describes the terrain, weather and hunting style the guys will be faced with and gives a back story on this project and how it is set into motion.
Chris and Casey cross multiple waterways, trudge through miles of deep muskeg and climb hundreds of feet of mountain in search of a giant caribou bull. Chris re-injures a knee, throwing major questions about his durability the rest of the hunt.
The guys push downriver in search of Yukon Bull Moose. Over two days are spent covering almost 20 miles of river. Chris and Casey push through before setting moose camp. The new location is unnerving; a grizzly is heard just outside the tent.
Day three at 'Prayer Point' presents Casey with another opportunity...at an inopportune time. While nature calls, so does mother nature. A bull appears across the river once again in response to cow calls from camp.
The guys continue to push down river. Exhausted and starving, the brothers have barely enough energy to set camp. The guys discover is that sign is plentiful and the topography lends itself to moose habitat.
With days speeding by, the moose from Day 11 gone, the guys have more questions than answers. As critters loom in the night, the guys hardly rest easy. After a day of exploration, they find an abandoned trappers cabin, home to a very big grizzly.
On day three of the river movement, a hunting camp is desperately needed to boost morale of the crew, as well as continue the goal of downing a giant bull. Frustration boils over as the brothers admit for the first time they aren't sure what to do.
Casey spots a giant bull across the river and brings it down 10 yards from the water. A second bull makes his way up river toward the dead bull; Casey and the bull have a stand off, staring each other down from river's edge to river's edge.
On the heels of killing a giant bull, Chris and Casey get the 1500 pound moose quartered just before darkness falls and build a meat cache to preserve food rations for the rest of the journey.
Casey's bull was last seen floating down the river at a high rate of speed and into waters not yet seen by the brothers. Much anticipation awaits.
As Season Two of Dropped begins, the journeys to Base Camp and to sheep camp are highlighted.
As episode two picks up where one left off, Casey has a decision to make. After getting into position on a precarious position on the mountain, they realize the ram they were chasing is not legal and they must back out.
As episode three begins, the crew arrive at a canyon filled with a band of ten rams. After the intense initial wave of excitement, a second wave of demise and frustration ensues when this guarantee produces not one legal ram.
As the fog passes on the peak of Fish Hook's rocky face, the outline of the crew appears exactly where the ram was bedded last. Did they shoot and Chris not hear the shot?
The men leave sheep country on a high, but a 22-hour trail ride to Tom-Tom, the first moose camp of the hunt, seems forever away. It will be a long two-days of riding before the brothers reach their destination. As the journey to moose country continues with a successful sheep on a top pack, trouble is never more than a few horse strides away. After eight hours on horseback problems begin.
Decisions made in the Yukon can make or break any situation in a second and are magnified intensely in this rugged terrain. The brothers ascend and stalk the giant mountain grizzly they're now within 500 yrds, the decision rests with Chris.
The snow continues to pommel the Keefer brothers at Church Camp and visibility is at an all-time low. They are snowed in and have no definite timetable to continue the hunt. Many problems begin to arise.
As the bull closes in on the calling, Chris can hear the bull but cannot see him. Casey on the other hand can. As they try to communicate using hand signals, the bull disappears over the mountain top and gone.
Chris needs to make this happen. With willows too high to attempt a shot from the current location, Chris frantically pushes and closes the distance to 300 yards.
The brothers get a game plan and move toward the bull. Midway through the stalk the bull stands up and walks toward the brothers and turns just a split second before Casey can put the scope behind the shoulder of this giant bull.
Brothers Chris and Casey Keefer reflect on some of the greatest moments from the first two seasons of Dropped. Topics include the brother's most memorable individual hunts and how Dropped has evolved over the years.
Brothers Chris and Casey Keefer reflect on some of the greatest moments from the first two seasons of Dropped. Topics include never before seen behind the scenes footage and a look ahead to Season 3.
Brothers Chris and Casey Keefer embark on another journey in the wilds of Alaska, on a river system, that hasn't been hunted for over a decade due to predation. The story starts out slow when the brothers do more dragging than floating in an area thick with grizzlies.
The search for a mature moose begins as brothers Chris and Casey Keefer move their way downriver, but when they cross paths with a giant sow grizzly, they get way more than they bargained for.
Brothers Chris and Casey Keefer continue their downriver journey, and as the moose rut closes in, they become more dependent on fish, ducks and berries. An epic Alaskan rain storm also moves in that carries heavy repercussions for their success.
Brothers Chris and Casey Keefer once again fish for their dinners and move closer toward extraction, but another encounter with a grizzly threatens the safety of them both when the bear gets a little too close to camp!
With a majority of the waterfowl now moving further south for the migration, brothers Chris and Casey Keefer focus on fishing for their main source of caloric intake and head back downriver after breaking camp, closing in on a stretch of ground they believe to hold several moose.
As the brothers close in on a moose-rich stretch of river, they run into several hurdles when they have to navigate and portage over a massive log jam that threatens the success of their hunt, potentially forcing them down a section of water they didn't plan for.
Finally reaching the heart of moose country over three weeks into their journey, brothers Chris and Casey Keefer get eye-to-eye with a giant bull just minutes after putting up their tent in a new location.
As the odds continue to stack up, the 80-mile river journey finally nears the end, and brothers Chris and Casey Keefer have one last chance to connect on an Alaskan moose just miles from the river confluence where they get extracted from.
Brothers Chris and Casey Keefer pour through video submissions before choosing a deserving duo to join them in Alaska. The hunters meet at the airport for the first time. Casey and Kaid are Dropped, while Chris and company get hung up at the hangar.
The Alaskan weather relents long enough for Chris and Kaid to reach their destination, and land some food. Casey and R.L. have set up camp the day before moose season. The brothers must acclimate themselves to being Dropped separately for the first time.
Chris and Kaid ready their rafts while Casey and R.L. begin searching for black bears and moose. Chris and Kaid spot a predator heading toward camp.
It's day two of the hunting season and the search for big game continues. Chris and Kaid head downstream to find a better location and search for fish. Casey and R.L. enjoy a salmon for some much needed protein. Massive storm clouds empty over Alaska.
R.L. opens up to Casey about the trials that led him to realize the importance of 'Be Alive'. Chris and Kaid are holed up in the tent at the mercy of the Alaskan weather. Casey and R.L. find some food.
While enjoying some supper, Casey spots a bear browsing the hillside. He and R.L. make a mad dash in the rain to attempt to get within range. Chris is growing tired of being stuck in the tent.
After being stuck in the tent for several days, the weather breaks momentarily for Chris and Kaid. The teams discover that the rain has flooded the river to dangerous levels. The hunt for big game continues.
Chris and Kaid pursue a big bull moose, and Kaid finds himself with hide in his crosshairs. Casey and R.L. continue their search for big game. The high river waters refuse to quit raging.
R.L. and Casey venture a long distance from camp in an attempt to get deep into prime moose territory as the rut takes hold. Chris is forced to explore a possible new extraction point due to bad weather.
As their time in Alaska comes to a close, Kaid and R.L. reflect on what matters most in their lives and what they've learned about being alive. Lifelong friendships are solidified as the men prepare to be lifted out of Alaska.
The Keefer brothers put boots to ground as their journey through Alaska begins. Armed with nothing but a couple Glock 20s, the brothers immediately begin their search for their first supply-yielding cache.
The Keefer brothers awaken to a frozen tundra. With over 8 miles to cover and no oars, the brothers are forced to trudge their way through shallow water and barren earth as they head downstream in search of their second cache.
The terrain begins to change as the Keefer brothers are forced to pick their way downstream. The landscape tightens it's grip and funnels the brothers to a geographic choke point where both predator and prey gather.
The Keefer brothers take shelter in a small pine outcropping as a winter storm sets siege to the river. Forced to wait out the arctic blast, the brothers try and retain what little energy they have left.
Using up the last of their energy, the Keefer brothers make their way down stream in search of their next supply cache. The tide turns as they finally make their way out of the open tundra and into the heart of moose country.
With lifted spirits, the Keefer brothers set out to spot and stalk a herd of caribou near by, but closing in proves more difficult than expected.
With red meat, the Keefer brothers are finally able to replenish their depleted energy, but they aren't the only ones looking to survive the winter in the Alaskan wilderness.
The harsh reality of winter sets in, and the Keefer brothers are forced to sleep with one eye open as a grizzly patrols the area around their camp.
With the arctic storm nipping at their heals, the Keefer brothers race down the river to reach their next supply-yielding cache only to become lost as the river divides into a maze of small channels.
As the temperature plummets, the Keefer brothers fight their way down stream through freezing water and strong headwinds as they hope to reach their extraction site before the arctic storm lays claim to it.
Chris and Casey Keefer recount their most memorable moments from this year's journey to Alaska's Brooks Range.
The Keefer brothers look back on one of their favorite moments of this years adventure.
In the season premiere, brothers Chris and Casey Keefer are dropped in the wilderness of New Zealand with virtually nothing. They must quickly adapt to their new environment or face life threatening consequences.
The adrenaline has worn off for Chris and Casey, and the jet lag has set in. The brothers face frigid temperatures and unpredictable whitewater rapids. When they try to navigate the rough waterways, their safety is threatened.
The Keefer Brothers make an important decision that vastly impacts their expedition. In a desperate search of necessary food, they attempt to hunt big game for the first time in New Zealand, and encounter a new set of challenges.
Chris and Casey are introduced to the tastes of the New Zealand wild, and get a rude awakening. Mother Nature's mind games start to mess with the brothers' mental strength, while their inflatable raft continues to be a serious problem.
Tensions run high as Chris and Casey disagree on what their next course of action should be. Without clear cache directions, the brothers are left with a hard choice. Should they stay, or should they go?
Chris and Casey hike the mountainside, but the steep slopes and shifting shale make the trek anything but easy. The brothers face energy depletion and exhaustion, and they feel the pressure to find new food sources soon, or go hungry.
The raft continues to cause problems as Chris and Casey spend valuable energy trying to stay afloat. With their days in the South Pacific dwindling, the brothers have reached their breaking point'until a new discovery leaves a lasting impact.
Chris and Casey have hiked across New Zealand for weeks. Fighting for their lives has taken a toll on their emotions and abilities. They team up to hunt feral pigs, but the cache items used for survival create new challenges and deep frustrations.
Chris and Casey Keefer must push to reach the LZ with a failing raft. With only a few hours before extraction, will Mother Nature get the best of them before they can get to safety?
Sit down with Chris and Casey Keefer for this studio special as they discuss the making of Dropped: Project Alaska. Learn their planning process as well as some of the early struggles of food consumption, and important gear they used to survive. Chris & Casey discuss more of their on and off camera physical & mental struggles, arguments, weather issues and injuries. Next, they discuss those giant bulls that hit the tundra and their emotional reactions including things that the camera might have missed and their encounters with bears and trying to keep communication with civilization. Lastly, the brothers discuss what they would have done differently, criticism they've received as the series was airing and they answer live audience questions, and ones posted on Facebook. This is a special behind the scenes episode unlike any other that you would regret missing!
In the season premiere, brothers Chris and Casey Keefer are back in the Saskatchewan bushland to test their survival skills…and it might be their last time. They are desperate to find a safe spot for shelter, and clash over their first catch.
With base camp set up and the cold setting in, Chris and Casey must find food…fast. Their energy levels are depleting as they begin their hunt for moose. As time ticks on, the brothers must think on their feet to find food…or risk going hungry.
Saskatchewan’s bitter cold and unforgiving wind makes for brutal days and nights for Chris and Casey. A rainstorm adds more difficulty and discomfort. Mentally drained and hungry, the brothers must try new tactics to find food and warmth.
The lack of hunting opportunities have drained Chris and Casey’s patience. Arguments ensue when they disagree over staying put, or portaging to a new lake. Signs of a bear remind the brothers that they must remain focused in order to stay alive.
Symptoms of starvation have set in for Chris and Casey, who haven’t eaten in days. When they cross paths with a grouse, the unexpected happens. Frustration peaks as the temperatures drop. The brothers set up a new camp, but will it help the hunt?
With still no big game in sight, Chris and Casey are forced to rely on fishing for food. The cold temperatures have slowed down the fish, creating challenges. When Mother Nature brings a brutal snow storm, the brothers are tested like never before.
After weeks of trying to survive in Saskatchewan, Chris and Casey have yet to kill big game. Time is running out as the bear begin to hibernate. Mental willpower is wearing thin. But a message from back home changes everything.
A turn of events lifts the brothers’ spirits, but creates a huge hurdle they must overcome as they enter a new race against the clock. Chris and Casey reflect on the challenges they have faced so far, and the challenges that still lie ahead.
In the exciting season finale, Chris lays it all on the line one last time while bear hunting. Casey must finish one final task to make the fruits of their labor worthwhile. As the brothers inch closer to safety, they wonder what the future holds.
Dive deep into the season of Dropped as the brothers recap an epic 30 day adventure through the Canadian Bush.
For the first time in years, the Keefer Brothers boots hit the gravel in remote Alaska.
Over a decade later Maniac Mountain provides another first for the brothers.
The top of the food chain comes into questions as the Keefer brothers find themselves between a grizzly and a wolf.
Animals are everywhere, but that doesn't mean anything is going to be easy.
Sunrise gives life to the valley and animals are on the move.
Miles upon miles remain in the trip, but should the brothers leave animals to find animals?
Alaska doesn't asks you to leave, she tells you to leave.
The Keefer Brothers give an inside look at how Dropped came to be.
A look at life behind the lens from the men that make it happen.
Relive all your favorite moments from Dropped Seasons 1-8.
Brothers Chris and Casey Keefer have been dropped once again deep into the Arctic Circle and in the shadows of the Brooks Range on a familiar river with 110 miles between them and their extraction point.
As the journey gets underway, Chris and Casey weigh their options when the usually abundant caribou herd is nowhere to be found.
Chris and Casey have made a decision to pack the raft and head downriver to explore new ground in an effort to locate the caribou herd and put their eyes on a mature bull moose.
As the brothers settle in at Camp 2, Chris and Casey have some decisions to make when the mountains begin to come alive with bull moose...and several giant grizzlies.
With two more bull moose located at high elevation, the calling of the river becomes loud as Chris and Casey weight their options at Camp 2.
With the clock ticking, bull moose at the high elevations and the caribou herd still nowhere to be found, the brothers are faced with a tough decision and 90 miles still in front of them to extraction.
With 30 miles still between the brothers and good moose country, Chris and Casey awake with new energy...and the unforgiving rock garden between them and their next camp.
