[s4e1] Alone 🌟

Despite having a partner, teams were still limited to 10 survival items total. For example, participants Brooke and Dave selected high-utility tools like a , along with 2 lbs of emergency rations.

In this "Lost & Found" edition, teams had to navigate a high-stakes reunion before they could even begin building a permanent base.

The "hiker" had to use only a compass and a bearing to trek through some of the world's most unforgiving terrain to find their partner. [S4E1] Alone

In a surprising turn, Josh (part of the Whipple brother duo) tapped out on the very first day. After hiking for hours and failing to find a flat spot to rest, a minor ankle injury combined with mental exhaustion led him to call for extraction.

The $500,000 grand prize remained, but it would now be split between the winning duo. Key Events in S4E1: "Divide and Conquer" Despite having a partner, teams were still limited

Because the season focused on teams, if one person tapped out, their partner was also automatically disqualified . This led to a devastating early exit for Josh's brother, Brad, who was extracted despite being physically and mentally ready to continue. Survival Gear Spotlight

The premiere, which aired June 8, 2017, focused on the immediate physical and psychological toll of the new rules. The "hiker" had to use only a compass

The Season 4 premiere of , titled "Divide and Conquer," introduced a groundbreaking shift in the show's format by featuring teams of two family members . For the first time, seven pairs were dropped into the wilderness of Northern Vancouver Island, but with a grueling twist: teammates were separated at drop-off. The Team Dynamic & The Twist