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Polar Bear Town (2015–2017) — adventure · nature on Smithsonian Channel
About Polar Bear Town
Polar Bear Town ended on December 6, 2017, on Smithsonian Channel. The series concluded after its second season, which aired from November 22 to December 6, 2017.
Set in the Arctic town of Churchill, Manitoba, the documentary series showcased the seasonal migration of polar bears and the human efforts to observe and coexist with these majestic creatures. Each fall, the town becomes a hub for tourists eager to witness close encounters with polar bears, as thousands of bears pass through the area in search of food. The show provided a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of guides and locals who interact with the bears, highlighting both the dangers and the unique beauty of the region.
The episodes were approximately 30 minutes long, and the series featured real-life guides like Kelsey Eliasson and Dennis Compayre, who helped tourists navigate the dangerous yet awe-inspiring environment.
Polar Bear Town episode schedule
15 aired
Aired · 15
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| December 6, 2017 | S2·E3 | The Big Exodus |
| November 29, 2017 | S2·E2 | The Search for Big Bear |
| November 22, 2017 | S2·E1 | Bears vs. Belugas |
| December 15, 2015 | S1·E12 | Quest for the Cubs |
| December 8, 2015 | S1·E11 | The Last Dance |
| December 1, 2015 | S1·E10 | The Perfect Storm |
| November 24, 2015 | S1·E9 | Wolves at the Door |
| November 17, 2015 | S1·E8 | Feast or Famine |
| November 10, 2015 | S1·E7 | Bears in the Air |
| November 3, 2015 | S1·E6 | Trick or Trap |
| October 27, 2015 | S1·E5 | Therapy/Lost in Translation |
| October 20, 2015 | S1·E4 | Up the Creek |
| October 13, 2015 | S1·E3 | Someone to Watch Over Me |
| October 6, 2015 | S1·E2 | Bear Insecurity |
| September 22, 2015 | S1·E1 | The Gauntlet |