I know it's the Discovery Channel and I'm not usually a nature nut. That being said, this show is pure entertainment! Plus, you can pick up some key survival techniques *just* in case you find yourself left to your own devices in the middle of nowhere! It's got a hunky Brit star who's virtually drop-kicked into some precarious places (e.g., Amazon, Alaskan wilderness, Pacific Ocean, Grand Canyon) and left to find his way back to civilization. Of course, he has a couple camera men w/ him but nonetheless, he goes to some jaw-dropping lengths to survive and you get to watch it all from the comfort of your couch!

Man vs. Wild, Fridays @ 9 PM on the Discovery Channel

*In the interest of full disclosure, here's a link to a news article about the recent controversy surrounding the authenticity of the show:

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/television/news/e3i7...

I'm really disappointed about this. Unfortunately, I definitely think it affects your appreciation and enjoyment for the show. However, I think it's still worth watching especially given the relative dearth of other viewing choices during the summer!