November 19, 2000
This episode introduces viewers to hundreds of candidates who volunteered to spend an entire year living as 1870s settlers, and pr...Read more
November 19, 2000
The settlers struggle against illness, fatigue and self-doubt while plowing fields and caring for livestock; replacement couple.
February 4, 2001
The settlers endure an infestation of mosquitoes; isolation and close quarters cause emotional stress.
February 4, 2001
Barn fire; strain between the two couples.
April 1, 2001
Crop failure; the settlers begin to hunt and cut firewood; snowstorm.
April 1, 2001
The settles try to stay warm; deer hunting; the settlers celebrate a traditional Christmas.
June 10, 2001
During the winter months the settlers make bread, quilts, furniture and deerhide moccasins; the dentist.
June 10, 2001
Spring floods threaten to spoil the frozen meats and vegetables; blizzard.
November 27, 2001
The settlers reflect on their experiences as they return to the 21st century.