What good is a reality series, if it is not exaggerated a little? Even the most successful reality TV series is plagued by the same question over and over again. While some series ultimately succumb to the pressure of keeping it interesting and ultimately lose their viewers, some manage to balance things perfectly. Mountain Men seems to have struck gold and has managed to keep things real while keeping things interesting. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the behind-the-scenes secrets of Mountain Men.

The Life of Eustace Conway:

One of the most popular cast members of the series, Eustace is beloved by his fans. He even had a book written on him. While Eustace is shown as the wild, eccentric, and strange character, he revealed that he has a different face to show to the public. Over the years, Eustace has been plagued by legal troubles. Things started in February 2012, county officials claimed they discovered some safety violations in Edward’s nature school. Bewildered by the claims, Edward took his fight to the court and the charges were ultimately dismissed. Edward was also sued by his neighbor in December 2012 for trespassing. The victim in question, Margaret A. Palms, revealed Edward’s antics in an interview with The High Country Press.

“He went and tied our gate shut, so we couldn’t get out and he put posters all over our gates, mailboxes, fences. Then he put big wooden barriers, so we couldn’t get out. He just kind of went nuts.”

However, the charges were dropped in May 2013.

Tom Oar’s audition and business:

As the producer began hunting for suitable cast members for the show, Tom Oar was recommended by several people. The camera crew decided to follow Oar for an entire day before casting him. Of all the characters on the show, Oar seems to have adjusted perfectly to the fame. Since its commencement, Oar has been selling merchandise including moccasins, custom knives, and other wilderness products.