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The Best Episodes of The Boonies

Every episode of The Boonies ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Boonies!

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In the age of technology, the world is getting smaller, and some people go to extreme lengths and places to escape. For a rare breed, homesteads are still far too close for comfort. For them,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Boonies Season 1 Episode 2 - Finders Keepers
    8.1/10(8 votes)

    #1 - Finders Keepers

    S1:E2

    On the edge of the world, even the most solitary must rely on a few trusted allies to endure. For those who choose this life, a little help can go a long way.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Boonies Season 1 Episode 3 - Into the Abyss
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Into the Abyss

    S1:E3

    Doc and Jeanny Leverett move their garden from the ground to the roof of the tree house. A black bear destroyed the majority of the plants. After creating a "living roof", Doc creates a way to get water for the new garden.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Boonies Season 1 Episode 1 - Middle of Nowhere
    6.5/10(8 votes)

    #3 - Middle of Nowhere

    S1:E1

    In today’s technology-driven world, few corners of the globe are not connected to the grid. But these places do exist, for people who are determined enough to seek them out.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Boonies Season 1 Episode 4 - Blood and Sweat
    6.4/10(5 votes)

    #4 - Blood and Sweat

    S1:E4

    Life off the grid provides freedom, but that independence doesn't come easy. Whether it's finding food, stocking the medicine cabinet, or battling the elements, life in the Boonies requires a daily dose of sweat and blood.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Boonies Season 1 Episode 5 - No Rest for the Weary
    6.2/10(7 votes)

    #5 - No Rest for the Weary

    S1:E5

    For those choosing to live a life of solitude, there's always work to be done. Whether it's protecting your home from intruders or preparing for Mother Nature's worst, every day presents a new challenge to tackle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Boonies Season 1 Episode 6 - Blood Sweat, and Deer
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Blood Sweat, and Deer

    S1:E6

    Outside the grid, nothing is given and everything must be earned. One's existence is built from the ground up with two hands, blood, and sweat. The work is hard, but for those who choose this path, a job well done means a life well lived.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Boonies Season 1 Episode 7 - Worst Case Scenario
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Worst Case Scenario

    S1:E7

    Far from the modern world, the forces of nature present dire challenges. During a severe drought, Bear Claw struggles to find water. A small earthquake transforms Joe Ray's underground home and he must find a new path to daylight. Doc and Jeanny Leverett grapple with wildfires burning dangerously close to their tree house, and Dan Burton searches for a friend adrift somewhere on Lake Michigan.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Boonies Season 1 Episode 8 - Beyond the Comfort Zone
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Beyond the Comfort Zone

    S1:E8

    As temperatures drop, those outside the grid prepare for the toughest time of year. Joe Ray makes his annual visit to town to stockpile winter resources. Doc and Jeanny Leverett prepare for indoor confinement for Jeanny due to a rare allergy to the cold. Bear Claw heads for the protection of his winter camp. Dan Burton is on a mission to fill his freezer to help his family make it through the winter.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Finders Keepers" is the best rated episode of "The Boonies". It scored 8.1/10 based on 8 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/26/2016. This episode scored 0.9 points higher than the second highest rated, "Into the Abyss".