Ray Mears' Northern Wilderness (2009)
S01E02 The Company that Built a Country
Episode Overview
Ray Mears embarks on an extraordinary journey through the breathtaking yet harsh wilderness of Canada. As he travels by land and canoe, he shares the captivating history of the legendary Hudson's Bay Company, which played a crucial role in shaping Canada through the British fur trade. Ray highlights how these early traders were true pioneers who established the groundwork for modern Canada. Along the way, he showcases various local crafts and bushcraft techniques, bringing the rich landscape to life in a vibrant and engaging way.