Ep 3. Meanwhile, Back at the Cabin

The Beverly Hillbillies is a classic American sitcom that aired from 1962 to 1971. The show follows the story of the Clampett family, a group of poor mountaineers from the Ozarks who strike it rich with oil. In season 1, episode 3, titled "Meanwhile, Back at the Cabin", the Clampett family is still adjusting to their new lives in Beverly Hills.

As the episode opens, Jed Clampett (played by Buddy Ebsen) is feeling homesick for his old cabin in the hills of Arkansas. He misses his simple life, and longs for the peace and quiet of the countryside. Meanwhile, his daughter Elly May (played by Donna Douglas) is beginning to feel out of place in Beverly Hills. She misses her old friends and the outdoor activities she used to enjoy.

In an effort to cheer up Jed and Elly May, the rest of the Clampett family decides to decorate their posh new mansion in a rustic style. They bring in furniture made from log cabins, and hang paintings of mountain landscapes on the walls. They even install a working water pump in the front yard, just like the one they used to have back home.

As the Clampetts work on their decorating project, they begin to attract the attention of their wealthy neighbors. They are amazed by the Clampetts' simple tastes, and are amused by their country ways. The Clampetts, for their part, are oblivious to the snickers and whispers that go on behind their backs.

Meanwhile, a group of Beverly Hills businessmen become interested in the Clampetts' oil wealth. They come up with a plan to buy out the Clampetts' oil rights, and set up a meeting with Jed to discuss the details. Unbeknownst to Jed, however, the businessmen have no intention of paying him what his oil rights are truly worth. They plan to cheat him out of his money by making him an unfair offer.

Jed is hesitant to sign any paperwork before consulting with his banker, Mr. Drysdale (played by Raymond Bailey). He heads to the bank to speak with Mr. Drysdale, but he finds that the banker is not there. Instead, he runs into Mr. Drysdale's assistant, Miss Hathaway (played by Nancy Kulp). Miss Hathaway, who is infatuated with Jed, does her best to make him feel welcome and at home.

Back at the Clampett mansion, Elly May is becoming increasingly bored with her new life. She has a difficult time finding things to do that interest her, and she feels out of place among her wealthy neighbors. She decides to take matters into her own hands and build a trap for a bear that has been spotted in the area. The trap ends up catching a stray dog instead, much to Elly May's disappointment.

As the episode comes to a close, Jed returns home from the bank and announces that he has decided not to sell his oil rights. He tells the wealthy businessmen that he cannot be bought, and that he values his independence more than his wealth. The Clampetts come together and celebrate their decision to stay true to themselves, and to maintain their connection to their roots in the Ozarks.

"Meanwhile, Back at the Cabin" is a heartwarming episode that highlights the importance of staying true to oneself and one's values. It showcases the cultural clash that can occur when people from different backgrounds come together, and it emphasizes the importance of coming together as a family in times of change and uncertainty. The episode is full of laughs, hijinks, and heart, and it is a great example of the humor and charm that made The Beverly Hillbillies a beloved classic sitcom.