Ep 5. Cabin Fever
- February 23, 2020
In this episode of Win the Wilderness, titled "Cabin Fever," the remaining two couples are down to the final challenge that will determine who will win their very own Alaskan wilderness cabin.
The episode begins with both couples waking up early to prep for their journey. They have to row their canoe through a fast-flowing river to get to their next destination where they will be tested on how they adapt and react when things don't go as planned.
The couples arrive at their next destination, making their way through the dense forest to their next challenge - a surprise rapid water crossing. The couples must navigate their way through the rapids without falling into the water or losing any necessary supplies. If they fail to do so, they face the consequences of having their supplies drenched and ruined.
Once the couples make it across the rapids, they come across an old Alaskan cabin, but it's not like the cozy cabins they have seen before. This cabin is in need of extensive repairs and will require both brute strength and craftsmanship to fix it in time to pass the final test.
The couples are given a day to make as many necessary repairs as possible before their final judgment, where they will be evaluated on the quality of their work. They must replace rotten logs, repair the roof, and build a new foundation to ensure the cabin can withstand the harsh Alaskan winter.
As the sun sets, the couples experience a particular form of cabin fever, being stranded in a remote location with limited resources, loneliness, and stress. They continue to work tirelessly throughout the night to complete their tasks.
The final day arrives, and both couples are confident in their work, but they must present their finished cabin to the judges. The couple with the best overall performance, from the physical and mental challenges, to the cabin repairs, will win their Alaskan wilderness cabin.
The judges have to make a difficult decision as both cabins show quality work. After much deliberation, they announce the winning couple to spend the rest of their lives in the Alaskan wilderness.
This episode of Win the Wilderness is a thrilling adventure, combining physical challenges with the craftsmanship of repairing an old cabin. It highlights the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and adaptability in the face of adverse situations.
