Every two years the state releases land in a bid to push people to Alaska's most remote corners. Now, three different groups who have marked their land are finally going to stake their claim for good and build a cabin of their own.
EPISODE 1
Breaking Ground
Four modern-day pioneers head into the Alaskan wilderness to build dream homesteads. Danny will build his log cabin entirely by hand. Greg faces stormy seas to get to his island site. Tiffany struggles with early snow. Jim needs to find his land.
EPISODE 2
Harsh Realities
The homesteaders face equipment challenges and battle the rough terrain.
EPISODE 3
Bogged Down
The homesteaders get bogged down as winter approaches and accidents happen.
EPISODE 4
Point of No Return
The Alaskan winter pushes the pioneers to the limits of safety.
EPISODE 5
Threat of Winter
The pioneers struggle with the intensifying cold, bears and mistakes.
EPISODE 6
Last Plane Out
Winter arrives as the homesteaders race to finish their cabins.