Jed and Ellie Pernell leave for the frontier of Michigan. A new life, a new land. Building a farm out of the White Pines forest of Michigan. Dealing with border ruffians and the wilds of the frontier. Follow Jed as he enlists with the 3rd Michigan Regiment during the War Between the States. After three years of war Jed comes home to raise his family. Watch his children grown into adulthood and troubles they bring.