Back to the Frontier

Season 1

2025 · 8 episodes · 5h 52m in all

Three families hailing from across the country join together in the wilderness surrounded by ten thousand acres of nature, without the modern conveniences of technology, running water, or electricity. The Lopers (Alabama), Hanna-Riggs (Texas), and Halls (Florida) must live on the frontier for eight weeks, reinforcing their own shelters, raising livestock, collecting food, and rationing their supplies. Through this immersive experience, the families will have to reflect on their relationships and navigate the challenges that come with an 1880s lifestyle.

Episodes

1. 

   1. Back To The 1880's

   10 Jul 2025 · 44 min

   As they settle into their homesteads, the Hanna-Riggs, the Lopers and the Halls face the harsh realities of life without modern conveniences.

2. 

   2. No Place Like Homestead

   17 Jul 2025 · 44 min

   After the families attempt to cook their first hot meal, the Lopers bring the community together to help with needed repairs on their home.

3. 

   3. A Whole "Lot" of Trouble

   24 Jul 2025 · 44 min

   After auction tensions between Lopers and Halls escalate, the Hall sisters organize an ice cream social to bring frontier families together.

4. 

   4. A Harrowing Tale

   31 Jul 2025 · 44 min

   As the families struggle with the frontier's gender roles, the Lopers and Hanna-Riggs learn what 1880's life would have been like for their families.

5. 

   5. New Arrivals on the Homestead

   7 Aug 2025 · 44 min

   As fresh faces arrive at the Hanna-Riggs homestead, the Halls attempt to make up for their huge overspend at the auction.

6. 

   6. Little Schoolhouse, Big Lessons

   14 Aug 2025 · 44 min

   After weeks of tension, the Halls and Lopers attempt to clear the air, while Mia has a rough first day as the homestead community’s new teacher.

7. 

   7. Bringing Home the Bacon

   21 Aug 2025 · 44 min

   With temperatures dropping, the families must focus on fully stocking their winter pantries and harvesting an entire acre of wheat by hand.

8. 

   8. Prove It or Lose It

   28 Aug 2025 · 44 min

   Time is running out as the families rush to complete all their homestead goals -- but will they vouch for their neighbors to secure their land?