Back to the Frontier
Season 1
20258 episodes
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
E1Back To The 1880's
2025-07-10 · 44m
As they settle into their homesteads, the Hanna-Riggs, the Lopers and the Halls face the harsh realities of life without modern conveniences.
E2No Place Like Homestead
2025-07-17 · 44m
After the families attempt to cook their first hot meal, the Lopers bring the community together to help with needed repairs on their home.
E3A Whole "Lot" of Trouble
2025-07-24 · 44m
After auction tensions between Lopers and Halls escalate, the Hall sisters organize an ice cream social to bring frontier families together.
E4A Harrowing Tale
2025-07-31 · 44m
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.
E5New Arrivals on the Homestead
2025-08-07 · 44m
As fresh faces arrive at the Hanna-Riggs homestead, the Halls attempt to make up for their huge overspend at the auction.
E6Little Schoolhouse, Big Lessons
2025-08-14 · 44m
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.
E7Bringing Home the Bacon
2025-08-21 · 44m
With temperatures dropping, the families must focus on fully stocking their winter pantries and harvesting an entire acre of wheat by hand.
E8Prove It or Lose It
2025-08-28 · 44m
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?