<P> The fifth season premiered on June 7, 2018 . </P> <P> Contestants are dropped off in remote areas of Northern Vancouver Island (seasons 1 - 2, 4), Patagonia (season 3) and Northern Mongolia (season 5), far enough apart to ensure that they will not come in contact with one another . The process begins in mid to late autumn; this adds time pressure to the survival experience as the approaching winter causes temperatures to drop and food to become scarce . Although terrains may differ in each contestant's location, the drop - off zones are assessed in advance to ensure a similar distribution of local resources is available to each contestant . </P> <P> Contestants each select 10 items of survival gear from a pre-approved list of 40, and are issued a kit of standard equipment, clothing and first aid / emergency supplies . They are also given a set of cameras to document their daily experiences and emotions . Attempting to live in the wild for as long as possible, the contestants must find food, build shelters, and endure extreme isolation and psychological distress . </P> <P> Contestants who wish to withdraw from the competition for any reason (referred to as "tapping out") may signal a rescue crew using a provided satellite telephone . In addition, medical professionals conduct periodic health checks on the contestants and may, at their discretion, disqualify and evacuate anyone they feel is unable to continue participating safely . The last remaining contestant wins a $500,000 cash prize . Contestants are warned that the show might last for up to a year . </P>

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