Ep 9. Collector's Cabin

In Building Wild season 2 episode 9, entitled Collector's Cabin, the cast takes on their biggest challenge yet - building a cabin for a collector in the middle of a thick forest in Vermont. The collector wants a one-of-a-kind cabin where he can display his vast collection of antiques, but the team soon realizes that they have their work cut out for them.

To start, the terrain is incredibly difficult to navigate and the only way to transport the materials is by using a giant handcrafted sled. The sheer size of the cabin also poses a challenge as they need to build it on pillars to allow for safe passage of the nearby river during the rainy season. The team has to work quickly as they only have a small window before winter sets in.

The cast consists of two experts in the field - Paul DiMeo, who has over 25 years of experience in building and designing structures, and Pat "Tuffy" Bakaitis, a wilderness survivalist and a skilled builder. They are joined by local experts Russ and Mack, who provide the team with valuable insight into the local terrain and weather conditions.

As the team starts building the cabin, they face numerous obstacles such as unexpected weather conditions, lack of proper equipment, and fatigue. The crew works tirelessly to overcome these challenges and after several weeks of hard work, the cabin begins to take shape.

When the cabin is finally finished, the collector is blown away by the intricate attention to detail and unique features that the crew has implemented. The cabin is designed in such a way that it not only allows him to display his antiques but also provides a functional living space. The collector is thrilled by the result and is grateful to the team for making his dream a reality.

In this episode of Building Wild, viewers are taken on a journey into the heart of the forest where they witness the power of hard work, dedication, and teamwork. The challenges that the team faces will keep viewers on the edge of their seats as they are inspired by the resilience and creativity of the cast. It's a story of determination and ingenuity that will leave viewers feeling inspired and awed by the sheer audacity of the cast's achievements.