7 Best Survival Shows on TV That Everyone Should See (and Why) #SimplySurvival

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An average Joe likes to watch survival shows. There’s something appealing in sitting in a comfy chair and watching other people eating bugs and walking barefoot through bushes and marshes. It would be cool to have these skills and knowledge. But, getting out of the chair and actually learning those skills, that’s too much for many. It’s a ‘sport’ for weirdos only, right? Well, if you think so, think again.

Some people understand survivalists’ and preppers’ point of view, while others often ridicule their “unreasonable” fears, precautions, and primitive skills. But things are changing. The laughter has stopped and all of a sudden, survivalists and preppers are people to go to for a piece of advice. Covid-19 has changed the world. While ordinary people were frantically assailing supermarkets and fighting over toilet paper, preppers were – prepared.

These guys could be gloating, but they are not. All this prepper/survivalist “thing” is basically about self-reliance instead of complete dependence on society, and common sense instead of the senseless “go with the flow”.

But, what about TV shows about surviving in the wilderness and living off the grid? Are they for real and can we learn some valuable lessons?

Why You Should Watch Survival Shows

For starters, let’s make one thing clear: TV survival shows aren’t survival courses. They are TV shows and their main purpose is to entertain. Some of them are genuine and challenging, while others are heavily staged. I’d always prefer going out there practicing rather than watching a survival movie or TV show. But, you have to start somewhere. And if you already spend too much time in front of the TV or other devices, it might be a good idea to watch some of these survival shows. Here’s why:

It’s fun. It is as simple as that. You can watch real people dealing with real problems. While I find artificial drama repulsive, many of these shows really put their participants in extreme situations that require skills and effort.

You can get some great tips and advice. While practice is everything, many survival shows feature renowned experts with skills and experience. You may never experience similar situations and circumstances, but some strategies and wisdom are universal. So, get your notebook ready and write down the best tips and tricks.

You can learn new skills and find inspiration. Be careful, though. Seeing something doesn’t mean that you’ve learned your lesson. You can watch dozens of surgeries on TV, but it won’t make you a surgeon. It’s the same here. You can discover new skills by watching, but you need to go out there and hone these skills.

It will make you think. Imagining emergency situations is one thing. Watching other people deal with it will make it more real for you. You’ll see mental challenges and small hindrances difficult to anticipate.

So, enough chit-chat and let’s watch some shows! Here’s our list in no particular order.