The Last Alaskans Cast Update 2025: Where Are They Now?

The Last Alaskans was a Discovery Channel documentary series that aired from 2015 to 2019 that followed a handful of families living off-grid in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The series showcased the final permit-holders allowed to live in the Refuge, highlighting their day-to-day struggles and deep bond with the wilderness. Its quiet, authentic portrayal of wilderness survival captivated viewers, offering a glimpse into the lives of hardy individuals who hunted, trapped, and endured extreme isolation. It’s been several years since the series ended in early 2019, and fans are still eager for a 2025 update on what happened to The Last Alaskans cast. How have their lives changed, and where are they now? Below, we delve into each major cast member’s story – from the legendary Heimo Korth to the next-generation Seldens – with the latest news on their lives in and out of the Alaskan wilderness.

Heimo and Edna Korth – Wilderness Couple of the Arctic Refuge

Heimo and Edna Korth have long been the heart and soul of The Last Alaskans, and as of 2025, they continue to live by their well-known mantra: remote, resilient, and rooted in the Arctic. The couple now splits their year between eight months in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and four months in Fort Yukon, where they have a small house. They come into town each April and remain through July, using this time to hunt spring ducks and geese, cut firewood, fish for salmon, and stock up on supplies. Come August, they return north to their trapline.

In a major development, Heimo and Edna launched a joint YouTube channel in May 2025 titled Heimo and Edna: Tales from the Tundra. In their first video, Heimo w

alks viewers through a spring duck hunt while explaining their seasonal rhythm: spring in town for hunting and prep, and fall-winter back at their cabin hundreds of miles from the nearest road. The channel provides a new way for fans to follow their journey and witness everyday bush life through Heimo’s narration and Edna’s contributions.

Heimo also works part-time in Fort Yukon as a heavy equipment operator during the summer months to fund their winter needs. Meanwhile, Edna continues to process game, manage camp logistics, and prepare preserved food. They remain highly active within the Alaska trapping community, attending public events like the 2023 National Trappers Convention in Escanaba, Michigan, and are already slated for the 2025 NTA Convention in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

Despite being in their senior years, the Korths show no signs of slowing down. They are still among the last legal residents of the Arctic refuge, committed to subsistence living. Their bond, forged in isolation and sharpened by the elements, remains strong.

Together, Edna and Heimo raised four daughters in the wilderness, passing down generations of bush knowledge, resourcefulness, and resilience. Now in their senior years, the couple remains actively engaged in both their Arctic cabin life and their seasonal residence in Fort Yukon. Edna continues to anchor much of the household and food preparation, while Heimo supplements their off-grid supplies by working summer jobs and maintaining their equipment. During their time in town, they reconnect with their grown daughters and grandchildren, keeping the family bond strong despite the distances. Their youngest daughter, Krin, is expected to inherit their refuge permit—ensuring that the Korth family’s deep legacy in Alaska’s most remote wilderness will continue for another generation.

Through their YouTube presence and public talks, Heimo and Edna are now not only survivors of the North—but its storytellers.

Bob Harte – Remembering a Legend

Bob Harte, one of the show’s most beloved cast members, in his remote cabin. Bob Harte was a fan-favorite on The Last Alaskans, known for his rugged individuality, bush pilot adventures, and countless close calls with death. Sadly, Bob’s journey came to an end during the show’s run. He passed away on July 22, 2017 in Fairbanks after a long battle with cancer. Bob was 66 years old and had spent over 40 years living in the Alaskan wilderness with his family. His final season on the show (which aired in 2018) was especially poignant – viewers saw Bob reflecting on his life and cherishing time with his daughter and ex-wife before saying goodbye. In one emotional scene, Bob quipped, “This is about the 15th time I should be dead… but God loves me,” highlighting his astonishing resilience. After his passing, fans around the world poured out support, and Bob’s family (including his daughter, Talicia, and his former wife, Nancy) thanked viewers for honoring his memory. Though Bob Harte is no longer with us, his legacy lives on – both through the show’s reruns and in the hearts of those inspired by his bush craft and gentle soul. He will always be remembered as the tough-as-nails trapper who “had one more story to tell” on the Arctic frontier.

Charlie Jagow – From Trapper to Alaskan Guide

What is Charlie Jagow doing now? As of 2025, Charlie Jagow continues to thrive in the Alaskan wilderness as a registered hunting guide and owner of Double Shovel Outfitters. Based in Fairbanks, Alaska, Charlie offers guided hunts for moose, caribou, and grizzly bear, along with remote river expeditions in areas like the Yukon Flats and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. He flies his own Cessna 180 Skywagon to reach remote camps, relying on bush piloting as an essential part of his guiding lifestyle.

Charlie and his wife, Mercy Jagow (née Hampton), married on July 15, 2023 and live together in Fairbanks. Mercy, originally from Denham Springs, Louisiana, works as a reservations agent at the Grand Teton Lodge Company and actively joins Charlie in the bush. In early 2024, they spent the winter out in the wild with their dogs, and Mercy also competed in the Two Rivers Dog Mushers 10-mile race that April. The couple shares a deep love for outdoor living, often hiking, skiing, and reconnecting with family in Alaska.

Mercy reflected on 2024 as a year full of transition and growth. It included the closure of a job she deeply valued, but it also brought personal joys—like garden successes, beach trips with family, and welcoming new nieces and nephews. She and Charlie finally visited both Tolovana and Kennicott, skied out of spring, and prepared for winter. Their winter experience living in the bush with dogs was a dream fulfilled.

How did Charlie Jagow get here? Charlie appeared on The Last Alaskans at age 20, becoming the show’s youngest cast member. Raised in the Arctic Refuge, he was homeschooled and spent his youth on traplines or working at guide camps. Public high school, which he attended for the first time as a teen, was—by his own words—”far scarier” than facing bears or isolation.

Reflecting on the series, Charlie once wrote: “At the time of my first shoot I was 20 years old and was used to living a secluded life… I do not have any regrets.” He praised the film crew’s commitment, recalling how one cameraman hauled gear up a canyon at -40°F just to capture a perfect sunset. “It is largely thanks to the respectful manner of the crews filming that made sharing my life on TV enjoyable.”

Although the show has ended, Charlie says his life hasn’t changed much. He remains thankful for the support from viewers: “I have been very fortunate to share the land and lifestyle that I love. Not many people receive such public accolades for pursuing their passion, and I am very lucky.”

What’s next for Charlie? As fall 2025 approaches, Charlie is preparing for another hunting season. His lifestyle remains deeply seasonal—rooted in tradition, reflection, and stewardship. He looks forward to caribou herds crossing snowy ridges and to sharing the land he loves with others who seek something real.

Tyler and Ashley Selden – Raising a Family in Two Worlds

As of 2025, Tyler and Ashley Selden remain dedicated to their off-grid lifestyle, dividing their year between their remote trapline cabin in the Yukon Flats and their home in Fairbanks, Alaska. Known to many from their time on The Last Alaskans, the couple has quietly returned to the rhythms of subsistence life—now with their children, Sidney and Blaze, by their side.

Each year, the Seldens spend about seven months—from late September through mid-April—at their bush cabin. There, they trap, hunt, homeschool, and live closely with the land. The rest of the year is spent in Fairbanks, where they reconnect with community, access medical care, and focus on their small business and social life.

The fall of 2020 saw Tyler wrapping up a guiding season with Double Shovel Outfitters before heading to the cabin, overcoming engine trouble and briefly losing a dog along the way. Ashley followed by bush plane with their young children, arriving to a well-stocked cabin thanks to Tyler’s early moose harvest.

In 2021, extreme drought forced the family to fly in. Ashley organized homeschooling supplies and seasonal essentials, but had to briefly return to Fairbanks due to a dental emergency. She and the kids rejoined Tyler soon after, and they finished the winter season together.

By 2022, they resumed their regular pattern. Tyler hauled furs and later joined Charlie Jagow’s guiding team that fall, while Ashley managed their return to the bush with help from family. She also kept her sewing business active and engaged with their growing community.

In 2023, they began what has now become an annual tradition—an extended muskrat trapping expedition that doubles as a wilderness school for their children. That summer included Charlie’s wedding, where Tyler was a groomsman. By fall, they were back in the woods for another season.

Their 2024 “Family Muskrat Adventure” was a memorable one. Ashley’s journal captured four days of trapping in sub-zero temperatures, snowmachine rides, setting and checking traps, and preparing meals by headlamp. They ended the trip with 47 muskrats and two children who eagerly helped, learned, and even acted out their own “trapping games” at camp. The trip, rich in hands-on education and family bonding, was a clear highlight of their winter.

Summer 2024 brought its own challenges and accomplishments. Tyler worked outdoors, guiding, helping build a remote airstrip, and constructing a cabin deck. Ashley tended the family’s garden in Fairbanks, ran her fur goods shop, and carved out time for her rustic cookbook project. Despite weeks of wildfire smoke and the flooding of her parents’ home in the Midwest, she remained engaged with the local community and focused on raising her kids in a grounded environment.

Ashley continues to operate her online store, selling handcrafted fur goods like mittens, hats, bone jewelry, and tanned pelts. Tyler remains active in trapping and is currently writing a memoir. While life in Alaska brings its share of difficulties, the Seldens remain committed to living with purpose—anchored in family, tradition, and the natural world.

The Lewis Family – New Chapter Beyond the Refuge

Ray and Cindy Lewis with their daughters (Emma, Sarah, and Molly) at their cabin during their Last Alaskans days. Ray and Cindy Lewis and their three daughters were original cast members in Season 1 of The Last Alaskans, remembered for their music by the campfire and their deep-rooted family unity. For those wondering “where is the Lewis family now,” the answer unfolds in phases—first on the water, and now, seemingly, in a quieter rhythm closer to town.

During the show’s second season, Ray completed construction of a hand-built houseboat, fulfilling a long-standing dream. By Season 3, the family made the bold decision to leave their cabin in the refuge and embrace life on the river. Living aboard the houseboat allowed them to travel Alaska’s waterways and maintain an off-grid lifestyle, though this shift meant they were no longer eligible to appear on The Last Alaskans, which required full-time residence within the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. As a result, they quietly stepped away from the series after Season 2.

For several years, Ray and Cindy lived aboard the houseboat, navigating the Yukon River and anchoring at favorite fishing and hunting spots. Ray, now in his 60s, remains as capable as ever—repairing engines, harvesting fish and game, and living by the skills he’s refined over four decades. Cindy, too, continues her bushcraft traditions, preparing meals from foraged and preserved foods aboard the compact kitchen space.

However, as of 2024–2025, they appear to be spending much of their time in Fairbanks, a transition possibly driven by age, logistics, or family proximity. They are still rooted in their values and close to the land, just with a touch more stability.

Each Lewis daughter has since taken her own path. Sarah, the youngest, spent several seasons living on the houseboat, assisting with chores and learning subsistence living firsthand. Molly, the eldest, worked as a wilderness guide in Oregon before returning to Alaska. Recent updates show her now married and living in Fairbanks. Emma, the middle daughter, stayed in Alaska and dove into the world of sled dog racing, working closely with Joanna Jagow (Charlie Jagow’s sister) to train dogs for major races like the Yukon Quest 300.

The Lewis family may have stepped away from the cameras, but their story continues off-screen—deeply connected to the land and each other. They live with purpose, whether nestled on a riverbank or parked at a homestead on the edge of town.

Bonus Note: Cindy and Emma Lewis have made appearances in Ashley Selden’s blog, assisting the Seldens with transportation and logistics in Fairbanks. Their enduring bond with fellow Last Alaskans families underscores the strong community built through shared experience and mutual respect.

Krin and Scott Nelson – New Paths After the Refuge

Krin Korth Nelson and her husband Scott Nelson became familiar faces on The Last Alaskans when they appeared later in the series as the next generation poised to carry forward the Korth family legacy. Krin, the youngest daughter of Heimo and Edna Korth, was born and raised in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, surrounded by the remote and rugged beauty of the Alaskan wilderness. Viewers saw Krin and Scott living off the land with their baby son, Colby, learning bush survival skills from Heimo and Edna while building a life of their own deep in the wild.

At the time, many fans expected that Krin and Scott would eventually inherit the family cabins and live permanently in the Refuge, continuing the Korth way of life. However, life took an unexpected turn after the cameras stopped rolling. In 2021, Krin and Scott separated after 14½ years of marriage and later divorced. On March 7, 2023, Krin publicly confirmed the divorce via a heartfelt social media post. She acknowledged the complex emotions surrounding the breakup, including the pain of losing herself in the relationship, but also expressed gratitude for the good times and praised Scott as a good man and father. In her words, she had “lost friends and family over it,” but found closure knowing she had done her best.

Since their separation, both Krin and Scott have forged new paths while remaining committed co-parents to their son Colby. Scott Nelson, now in his early 40s, has moved away from the isolated life of the Arctic Refuge.

Krin, meanwhile, has remained closely involved with her family and continued to spend time outdoors, often joining her father Heimo on hunting trips. In 2019, she experienced a miscarriage, and her marriage officially ended in 2021. Despite these personal challenges, she continues to raise her son Colby, who is now around eight years old and active in school. Colby frequently accompanies both parents on nature outings and is growing up with a strong foundation in the outdoor lifestyle.

As of 2025, Krin is in a new relationship. She has described her current partner as a positive presence in both her and Colby’s lives, referring to him as a “bonus dad.” The family has been seen traveling together in the Pacific Northwest and spending quality time outdoors. While Krin has spoken publicly about mindfulness and growth, she continues to prioritize parenting and time in nature over public life.

Although she resides primarily outside the Refuge, Krin retains a legal right to return and live on her family’s cabins as a direct descendant of Heimo and Edna. Whether or not she exercises that right in the future, her continued connection to the land and her upbringing remains strong. Her lifestyle reflects the values passed down by her parents—resourcefulness, independence, and respect for the wilderness.