The Brigade: Race to the Hudson
2019·1 seasons · 8 episodes·Series
RealityAction & Adventure
Synopsis
Ten strangers unite to conquer a grueling 750 miles cross-country wilderness expedition that pushes bodies and minds to the extreme. They’ll paddle, portage, and hike through treacherous waterways and unforgiving terrain across the York Factory Express, an historic fur trade route legendary for its danger, isolation and beauty, with only 28 days to complete their journey.
Episodes
Season 11E1A Boat Called Wanda-erTen strangers unite to tackle a spectacular wilderness expedition. They will travel 750 miles of the historic fur trade route the York Factory Express, from British Columbia to the shores of the Hudson Bay.45m2E2Paralysis by OveranalysisHeading into their first portage, the brigade tests their strength and skill in a dangerous face-off with the swift current on the Columbia River. A menacing logjam on Wood River forces the brigade to confront a growing crisis of leadership.45m3E3Against the CurrentFaced with a grueling upstream fight against the glacier-fed current of the Wood River and a back-breaking uphill hike through the rugged Rocky Mountains, the brigade struggles to keep pace.45m4E4The Way Down From HereThe brigade descend the Athabasca Pass as they struggle with a loss, the threat of bears, and new injuries.45m5E5No Time for BreaksThe brigade’s teamwork is tested when the rough waters of the Athabasca River cause their canoes to capsize.45m6E6Risks and TrepidationsFourteen days into their race, with their energy reserves drained and food rations diminished, the brigade is on a mission to find new ways of conserving energy, supplementing their diet, and keeping morale up.45m7E7Before We SinkThe Brigade must contend with a crack in their voyageur canoe in preparation for an epic lake crossing and the most dangerous stretch of rapids.45m8E8All or NothingStormy weather and a miscalculated move bring the expedition to a halt. With only three days remaining in the race for $500,000, it’s down to the wire as the brigade faces the last stretch of rapids and a marathon paddle.45m
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