Daria and Jane hitch a ride to the "Alternapalooza" festival with Jane's brother Trent (Daria's heartthrob) and his friend Jesse. Their van doesn't work so well, but it's an interesting trip.

Jake's stress level is reaching critical mass, so the Morgendorffers go on a camping trip. Like that's gonna help.

Lawndale high is a buzz with homecoming preparations. The quarterback who lead the team to the state championship three years ago is returning! Then he has a tragic accident, which ironically leads to sudden popularity for our Daria.