Every two years the state releases land in a bid to push people to Alaska's most remote corners. Four modern-day pioneers face the huge challenge of heading into the Alaskan wilderness to build dream homesteads and live off the land.
EPISODE 1
Breaking Ground
Four modern-day pioneers head into the Alaskan wilderness to build homesteads. Danny will build his log cabin entirely by hand and Tiffany struggles with early snow.
EPISODE 2
Harsh Realities
Danny cuts the logs he needs for his cabin but he can’t move them to his site. Meanwhile, Jim risks catastrophe when he forgets a vital piece of equipment.
EPISODE 3
Bogged Down
The homesteaders get bogged down as winter approaches. A chainsaw accident shuts down Danny's build, as Jim carries tons of lumber through the woods.
EPISODE 4
Point Of No Return
The winter pushes the pioneers to breaking point. While a blizzard forces Tiffany to make a tough decision, Danny stops his build to hunt for much needed food.
EPISODE 5
Threat Of Winter
As the cold intensifies, Danny's starving crew must mill 25 logs before nightfall. Plus, Greg's crew is stranded on the beach with hungry Kodiak bears.
EPISODE 6
Last Plane Out
Winter arrives as homesteaders race to finish their cabins. Jim's faced with the prospect of losing his house if he can't get it finished before the next snowfall.