Sarah Palin's Alaska (2010)
Synopsis
Sarah Palin's Alaska is an American television show hosted by former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. According to Palin, the show's aim is to bring "the wonder and majesty of Alaska to all Americans". The series, which began airing on TLC in November 2010, was eight episodes long, and was part travelogue, part documentary series, according to a story in The Vancouver Sun, six months before the release of the series trailer. In reviewing the first episode, The New York Times said the show allows viewers to "observe Ms. Palin observing nature". In 2011, it was announced that the show would not be renewed for a second season. The show was produced by Mark Burnett Productions for Discovery Communications.
Network
TLC
Episodes
Episodes
Mama Grizzly
Sarah spends time with her daughter Piper; salmon fishing in bear country; Sarah and Todd climb one of Denali's peaks.
Just for the Halibut
The Palins take a road trip to Homer, Alaska. Later, Sarah and Bristol go deep-sea fishing, and enjoy some quality mother-daughter bonding.
Salmon Run
The Palins celebrate the Fourth of July with a family fishing trip in Alaska's Bristol Bay.
She's A Great Shot
Sarah travels above the Arctic Circle to go caribou hunting with her father, Chuck.
Alaskan Hospitality
Sarah welcomes Kate Gosselin and her big brood to Alaska. They plan a camping adventure in the wilderness, and Sarah helps Kate prepare by bringing her to a bear safety class for rifle practice.
Rafting
The Palins pile into their RV for an overnight trip that includes white-water rafting and riding ATVs. Later, Sarah and Piper dogsled on a glacier.
Logging
Sarah, Todd and Willow head to a remote logging camp on Afognak Island for a look at the Alaskan logging industry.
Gold Mining and Oil
The family goes hunting for gold then goes kayaking.
Follow Me There
The one-hour series finale is a clip episode showing of series' most notable moments, and feature never before seen moments.
Cast
Details
Original Title
Sarah Palin's Alaska
Status
Ended
Seasons
1
Episodes
9