What were some of the difficulties settlers faced in settling in the prairies?

Settlers in the prairies faced numerous difficulties, including harsh weather conditions, with extreme temperatures and droughts making farming challenging. The lack of infrastructure and resources, such as limited access to water and building materials, hindered their ability to establish homes and farms. Additionally, isolation and the threat of conflicts with Indigenous peoples compounded their struggles, making it difficult to build a community in such a vast and challenging landscape.