Ep 2. Orangeville Squeeze Play

In season 1 episode 2 of Storage Wars: Northern Treasures, titled "Orangeville Squeeze Play," the bidders head to Orangeville, Ontario to compete for storage units at a local auction. The episode begins with veteran bidder Rick and his son Justin sizing up a large, unmarked unit. Despite some doubts from his son, Rick goes all in and pays a hefty sum for the unit, hoping to uncover some hidden treasures inside.

Next up is newcomer George, who has been in the storage business for years but is new to the auction scene. He spots a unit filled with vintage sports memorabilia and decides to take a chance, hoping to make a quick profit by selling the items to collectors.

Meanwhile, mother-daughter team Cindy and Erika target a smaller unit filled with furniture and household items. They hope to find some valuable antiques amidst the clutter and turn a profit.

As the bidders begin to sort through their units, they encounter some unexpected challenges. Rick's unit proves to be a bit of a mix-up, with items that don't seem to match the original contents. George's sports memorabilia turns out to be a bit more niche than he anticipated, and it remains to be seen whether he'll be able to find the right buyers.

Cindy and Erika face their own set of obstacles, as they discover that some of the furniture in their unit is in need of repair. They'll need to put some work into the items before they can sell them for a profit.

Despite the challenges, all of the bidders remain optimistic about their chances. Rick and Justin uncover some vintage toys that they believe could be worth a lot to collectors. George finds a rare item that he knows is highly sought-after by a specific fanbase. And Cindy and Erika manage to salvage some of the furniture and turn it into shabby-chic pieces that could sell for a higher price.

In the end, it remains to be seen who will come out on top at the auction. Each bidder has taken a different approach to their unit, but only time will tell whether their investments will pay off. The bidders haggle back and forth, trying to get the best price for their finds, and the tension runs high as the auctioneer calls out the bids.

Throughout the episode, viewers get a glimpse into the competitive world of storage unit auctions. Each bidder has their own strategy, and every unit is a gamble. But for those who are willing to take a chance, there's always the chance of uncovering hidden treasures and turning a profit.