There is one thing evident about being a miner from watching Gold Rush. They have to know how to deal with the highest of highs and lowest of lows. Rick Ness arguably went through a rollercoaster ride of a season, perhaps more than any of those featured. And during the March 13 episode the underdog reached another crossroads.
For Tony Beets, it has been the complete opposite as the “King of the Klondike” came out of the gate hot and is on the verge of his 6,500-ounce goal. Parker Schnabel had poured all his resources while taking a big swing with an incredible 10,000-ounce goal. The last few weeks things took a turn with less weigh-ins than he’d like to see on the expansive claims he holds.
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