Ep 6. Whackin' and Stackin'

In "Building Alaska" season 5 episode 6, titled "Whackin' and Stackin'," viewers are taken on a journey with three teams of builders as they work to construct three unique cabins in Alaska's wilderness. The teams are made up of seasoned professionals and first-time builders, each faced with the obstacles that come with remote construction in the harsh Alaskan environment.

The first team, made up of Dan and his son-in-law George, set out to build a family fishing cabin on the riverbank. The team faces issues with the lack of materials and tools available in their remote location, making creativity and improvisation paramount in their success. Their cabin will feature an oversized deck and large windows to take in the scenery, but they must first complete the foundation and framing before the onset of winter.

The second team, made up of Greg and his friend Jeremy, are building a massive, multi-story hunting cabin deep in the forest. The team quickly runs into issues with the unpredictable weather, which threatens to slow progress on their cabin. However, the team perseveres through long days and nights of construction, working with precision to ensure their large logs line up perfectly.

The final team, made up of Ryan and his wife Claire, are building a cozy, small-scale cabin to accommodate their growing family. With a foundation already in place from a previous build, the couple focuses on erecting walls and installing windows to keep the elements out. However, a misstep with the chainsaw puts the project in danger, threatening to halt construction altogether.

Throughout the episode, viewers watch as each team works through the unique challenges of building in Alaska's backcountry, from the unpredictable weather to the lack of resources. Each project showcases the builders' ingenuity and determination, as they work diligently to complete their dream cabins before the onset of winter.