Tonight: 2 'Large Talks'

On tonight's season finale episode of Bringing Up Bates, you'll hear Gil's answer to Evan's request for permission to court Carlin, as well as the Bates dad's response when Bobby asks for his blessing to propose to Tori. The 30-minute show airs at 9pm ET/8pm CT on UP.

While the rest of the family enjoys the high ropes courses at Adventures on the Gorge, Tori and Bobby stay back to watch the children.

 Tori Bates, Brooklyn Paine, Bradley Bates, Carson Paine, Bobby Smith

The following day, all the older kids and adults embark on an exhilarating whitewater rafting adventure. As you can probably guess, there is a lot of screaming involved.

Later, Bobby pulls Gil aside for a "large talk." The topic? Engagement, of course. As we saw in the promo video, the father of 19 gently says no. Is he joking, or does he legitimately want Tori and Bobby to wait for marriage? Find out tonight!

 Bobby Smith and Gil Bates

Bates family photo (minus the Websters and Josie)

Photos courtesy of UP

Bates Secret Special

For those wondering what will happen after tonight's season finale episode of Bringing Up Bates, below are the showtimes that have been announced thus far. If you missed the first part of the season premiere, click here to read our recap.

Thursday, September 14, 2017
8pm: Courtship, Kiddos and Future Son-In-Laws?
8:30pm: Lawson and Sadie's Big Breakup
9pm: Uncharted Waters (NEW)
It's a family affair, as the Bates family, along with Tori's Boyfriend (Bobby) and Carlin's suitor (Evan) continue their thrill seeking vacation at Adventures on the Gorge in West Virginia! Rain or shine, the Bates brave a high level whitewater rafting course. It's sink, swim, or scream time as the family navigates some intense rapids. And later, Gil is in for a big surprise when Bobby pulls him aside and asks him for permission to pop the question to Tori!
10pm: Uncharted Waters

Sunday September 17, 2017
8:30am: A LOVEly Day

Thursday September 21, 2017
8pm: Uncharted Waters
8:30pm: One Cap, Two Gowns? 
8pm: Bates Secret Special
All-new special, summary TBA
10pm: Bates Secret Special

Sunday September 24, 2017
8:30am: Bates Dish It Out

Season Finale Starts Tonight!

Tonight is the first segment of the two-part Bringing Up Bates season six finale! The 30-minute show starts at 9pm ET/8pm CT. Love is in the air, as both Tori Bates and Carlin Bates move towards the next steps in their relationships. For Evan Stewart and Carlin, that next step is courtship, and for Bobby Smith and Tori, it's engagement. Scroll down for snapshots and a sneak peek video.

As the Bates pack for their four-day family vacation to West Virginia's Adventures on the Gorge, Carlin eagerly awaits Evan's arrival.

Carlin Bates and Gil Bates

She has to compete with Gil and the little kids for the first hug.

 Before the first group of Bates departs, they all gather to pray for the journey.

After a four-hour drive, Kelly and some of the kids arrive at the resort. Someone very special (and unexpected) is waiting for Tori at the front desk. 

Can you tell that Tori is excited?

The rest of the family arrives later, minus a few members. The first item on the agenda is the ropes course. But where are Tori and Bobby during the excursion?

Nathan Bates, Jackson Bates, Isaiah Bates, and Warden Bates

Carlin Bates

Erin Paine

Carlin Bates

Evan Stewart and Carlin Bates

Evan Stewart

Warden Bates

Zach Bates

Partway through the day, Evan initiates a conversation about courtship. Gil and Kelly are very candid about the goals and possible outcomes.

Carlin Bates, Evan Stewart, Kelly Bates, and Gil Bates

Photos/video courtesy of UP