It's no secret that when the pandemic hit in the early part of 2020, many people confined to their homes did a lot more TV binge-watching than they had before. One of those binged-watched shows, notes People, was "Maine Cabin Masters," which became the most-viewed show on DIY Network. When DIY was rebranded as Magnolia Network, "Maine Cabin Masters" remained, albeit in reruns, while the cast worked on shooting a new season.
Meanwhile, many of those who watched the show, particularly city dwellers, became intrigued by the possibility of a peaceful life ensconced in nature in a Maine cabin. "We're seeing a massive wave of people who are acting on their long-time desires to have an escape," "Maine Cabin Masters" star Chase Morrill revealed during a 2020 interview with Forbes. "Who doesn't want a place to get away right now?"
Not only were people looking to move to a more rural environment, but many were also exploring how to become self-sufficient by living off the grid. As a result, Chase explained, he and this "Maine Cabin Masters" co-stars had experienced a marked increase in those looking for advice on harnessing the sun and wind for power and systems for trapping rainwater. "It's really about people looking for peace of mind, knowing that they'll be okay if the cities are struggling," he said.
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