Season 6
201616 episodes
5
October 19, 2016
Natural disasters continue their onslaught on Kilcher homestead.
Episode 4
Killer Repairs
October 31, 2016
With Otto's surgery looming, the rush to complete projects becomes urgent.
Episode 5
Under the Knife
November 7, 2016
Otto makes the decision to have potentially life-threatening surgery.
Episode 6
One Man Short
November 14, 2016
Otto's son Levi comes to Alaska to help lead the cattle drive.
Episode 7
Kilchergiving
November 21, 2016
The Kilchers gather for Thanksgiving dinner at the old family barn.
Episode 8
The Prodigal Daughter Returns
November 28, 2016
Atz Sr. prepares for a visit from his daughter, singer-songwriter jewel.
Episode 9
The Monster Catch
December 5, 2016
Jane trolls for the biggest fish of her life, while the men salvage lumber.
Episode 10
Chopper rescue
December 12, 2016
Otto enlists the help of a helicopter to move a massive greenhouse.
Episode 11
Homesteading for the Holidays
December 19, 2016
The Kilchers celebrate their most unforgettable Christmas ever.
Episode 12
Bracing for Change
January 2, 2017
Tensions flare between Otto and August before August leaves for college.
Episode 13
Winter is Coming
January 9, 2017
The Kilchers feel the pressure to get jobs done before winter arrives.
Episode 14
Gold Rush
January 16, 2017
Otto pays for his hernia surgery and ends up with gold fever; Jane and Eivin search a remote island for enough deer to last the winter; Atz Lee faces down old fears and reaches new heights as he races the freeze in order to complete his cabin.
Episode 15
Hunting Season
January 23, 2017
The Kilchers look to the future as winter looms; Atz Sr passes on vital survival knowledge; Atz Lee embarks on a risky solo hunt to a remote and dangerous island; Eivin builds the ideal boat for his young family's adventures on the water.
Episode 16
Decision Time
January 30, 2017
Otto and Charlotte fight to round up their cattle; Atz Lee and Jane come to a decision about his cabin; Eivin and Eve take the new boat on a maiden fishing journey; Shane and Kelli brace for unexpected news about her health.
