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9 Episodes 2000 - 2001
Episode 1
46 mins
This episode introduces viewers to hundreds of candidates who volunteered to spend an entire year living as 1870s settlers, and profiles both the intense selection process used to select the two couples and their move onto the Manitoba prairie.
Episode 2
46 mins
The settlers struggle against illness, fatigue and self-doubt while plowing fields and caring for livestock.
Episode 3
46 mins
The settlers endure an infestation of mosquitoes; isolation and close quarters cause emotional stress.
Episode 4
46 mins
Tensions rise when producers have to show up!
Episode 5
46 mins
The Pioneers start working on a new barn. Old man winter is coming.
Episode 6
46 mins
One of the Pioneers has a medical emergency.
Episode 7
46 mins
The settlers continue to brave the harsh winter, and get some traditional (and painful) dental treatment.
Episode 8
46 mins
The Pioneers are experiencing their last days with this social experiment.
Episode 9
60 mins
A recap of the year in the life as pioneers!