Over the 25 years i lived in Alaska, i spent more time Ft Yukon, Artic Village way, although i have spent time in and hunted the Brooks range and the Nowitna river too.
I was surprised to see that registered guide shoot a caribou with the pipeline in the back ground. (surprised that they showed it) Last i checked it wasn't legal to shoot a caribou within 5 miles of the pipe line. I will say, from what i've seen, no one who lives up north worried too much about regs, they just hunt, shoot and kill what ever they want, any time they want, spring fall or when ever! I've even seen natives jump shooting ducks right off their nest and takeing all the eggs.
I did enjoy the show, because i've also spent quite a bit of time up there so it looks fimilar... Looks like you have a great family!
DM