Bio
Ralph Kiser is an American farmer best known as a contestant on the 22nd season of the reality competition Survivor (Survivor: Redemption Island), in 2011.
Survivor Q&A
Current Residence
Lebanon, Virginia
Occupation
Farmer
Personal Claim to Fame
Being completely debt-free at age 44. No vehicle payments, no mortgage payments, plus I own two homes on the same farm.
Inspiration in Life
I'm inspired by my farm; I've been at it all my life. I'm always amazed at my animals - how they grow and survive. Being able to watch the circle of life go 'round and be a part of it is a very satisfying adventure that I never get tired of.
Hobbies
Hunting, hiking and traveling.
Pet Peeves
People who are lazy and don't try to make anything of themselves.
3 Words to Describe You
Determined, strong-willed and stubborn.
Survivor Contestant You Are Most Like
I'm probably a combo of Big Tom and J.T.
Reason for being on Survivor
I've wanted to be on the show for years and knew one day I'd get my chance. I want to be a hometown hero for the folks back home!
Why you think you'll "Survive" Survivor
I'm an outdoors mountain man. I know plants, trees and what most of their uses are. I can also build anything; start a fire anywhere and make people believe anything I say!
Why you think you will be the sole Survivor
I will be the king at camp because I can build shelter, cook, find food and be the leader.