Marty Meierotto, one of the most famous stars of the show “Mountain Men,” has left the quiet life for new icy adventures. After eight seasons on the show, Marty’s decision to leave has left many fans saddened. However, the reasons behind his decision and his current life remain a source of curiosity.
Decision to Leave “Mountain Men”
Marty Meierotto decided to leave “Mountain Men” after eight seasons to spend more quality time with his daughter, Noah Jane. Marty believed that the presence of TV cameras would interfere with their family life and his teaching of trapping skills to his daughter. Noah, who was 13 years old at the time, was learning the best trapping skills from Marty during the winter following his departure from the show. Marty concluded that leaving “Mountain Men” would be best for everyone in the family.
Life After Leaving the Show
After leaving “Mountain Men,” Marty also retired from the Alaska Fire Service, where he had dedicated 31 years as a pilot, firefighter, and smokejumper. Marty’s absence from social media after leaving the show has left many fans curious about his current life. His public Facebook page was last updated in 2021, and his Instagram account hasn’t had any new posts since 2020.
Return to Television
To the surprise and joy of fans, Marty returned to television in November 2023 with the new spin-off series “Mountain Men: Alaska.” This time, Marty is not alone but is accompanied by his daughter Noah Jane, who is now 16 years old. This comeback has delighted fans and shows that Marty continues to pursue his passion and survival skills in the wild.
Career Background
Before becoming a television star, Marty had an impressive career with the Alaska Fire Service. He was one of four people to complete the smokejumper training in 1995 and was one of only two people to perform this job in Alaska for the next five years. Marty was also known for his articles in Trapper and Predator Caller magazine and appeared on the cover of Field and Stream as “Alaska’s toughest trapper” in February 2010.
Impact on Fans
Marty’s return has been warmly received by fans. He remains the standout star of “Mountain Men: Alaska,” alongside familiar faces like Mike Horstman and new members such as the couple Io and Brett Bone, Daniel Peters, and the father-son husky racing team Neil and Loro Eckland. Whether the new show will be renewed or not, seeing Marty back in action and continuing his wild adventures brings great joy to fans.
Marty Meierotto, with his life philosophy and love for his family, chose to step away from the spotlight to return to a simple yet meaningful life. His return to television is just a small part of the larger story of his life and continuous adventures as a strong and resilient man.
