TV-14
2012
17 Seasons
Adventure & Survival
Extreme Jobs
Bering Sea Gold
: In Nome, Alaska, miners search for gold on the bottom of the Bering Sea.
Plans start at $9.99/month.
1. Paydirt
Alaskan dredgers brave the frigid Bering Sea hoping to strike gold with their ma...
2. One Bad Deal
A rainy day leads to trouble when Shawn gets hurt in a bar fight and is unable t...
3. Suction
Sunny weather brings all dredges out to sea, but conflicts quickly arise among t...
4. A Viking Funeral
It's halfway through the season and the crews are feeling the pressure to find g...
5. Captaincy
Tensions are extremely high as time begins to run out in the hunt for gold.
6. Eureka!
Two dredge crews are involved in a potentially life-threatening car accident on ...
7. Bad Vibrations
The end of the season is closing in and the crews scramble to finish with a profit.
8. The Bitter End
Ice has arrived and the crews have one last chance to dive for riches.
9. Risks and Relations
The four dredge crews recount their experiences diving for gold in Nome.
10. Gains and Losses
The crews argue about betrayals and friendships lost during the season.
Point of No Return
Shawn starts the season on a bad note when he misses the first day of mining, while Zeke and Scott Meisterheim get used to their new dredges.
Dead Men Gather No Gold
Zeke's deckhand John fights for his life after swimming in near-freezing water and Scott makes an unwise decision to take his dredge out during a summer storm.
Nice Guys Finish Last
Zeke is determined to prove he did not jump another miner's claim or steal their gold and Steve Riedel calls the police after feeling threatened by Scott.
Gold Gettin' Hound Dog
Scott is paid a visit by his investors, who watch him dredge from the shore and then demand a return on their money.
Greedy People
The Christine Rose risks capsizing when she is caught out at sea in dangerous conditions.
No Snivelin
Shawn tells dad Steve he is going to jail for 10 days and will not be able to mine.
Dirtville
Scott makes a shocking announcement to his crew that will impact the rest of their season.
Go Big or Go Home
Vern hires Scott's former Anchor Management crew to work on his second dredge, the Beast, after his own crew goes missing.
Don't Tell Me to Chillax
Shawn starts his 10-day prison sentence, leaving Steve and deckhand Cody to save the mining season.
Gold Stress
Steve Riedel makes a big mistake after he oversleeps and misses work. Later that night, a tragic death shakes the Nome community to its core.
And No More Shall We Part
Zeke and Emily mourn their childhood friend's tragic death and Scott returns to Nome after rehab.
The American Dream
The miners have one last shot to find gold as the harbor begins to freeze and Zeke is overcome with guilt about his friend's death.
Fire and Icebergs
Summer mining has begun and a new mega-dredge is on the scene to compete with Shawn's Christine Rose.
Off the Deep End
Zeke recounts the events leading up to his emotional breakdown, arrest and time spent in a mental ward.
Burn It Down
Shawn asks rival Hank for help repairing the spuds on the Christine Rose, while Zeke threatens to repossess the Eroica if Emily doesn't make good on her payments.
Let the Games Begin
Hank's Gold Grabber mega-dredge is found to be out of code when the Coast Guard performs a surprise safety inspection.
Who's the Captain?
Shawn threatens to leave the Christine Rose when family tensions come to a head.
10 Pounds of Gold
Shawn and Cody rake in the gold after Steve complains about needing more money to get out of debt.
Backhoe Wars
Emily and Glen take a road trip to mine for gold in a river after storms keep them off the sea.
Money Money Money
Emily's apology to her crew falls on deaf ears when they refuse to return to the Eroica after quitting en masse.
Mr. Gold and the New Kid
The two excavator dredges compete to be the first on gold-rich ground, but Hank may have underestimated Mr. Gold.
The Rescue and the Repo
Steve is in danger of losing the Minnow when he can't pay his debts and his crew contemplates quitting after days of bad weather keep them off the water.
The Final Showdown
The end of the season is near and the crews scramble to get on the gold before Nome harbor freezes for the winter.
Good Morning, Viet-Nome
Summer season starts with talk of a coup when Andy plots father Brad's gold-mining demise.
Escape Goat
Shawn argues with his dad about starting an inland mining company which could deplete resources from the dredging operation.
Namby-Pamby Mugwumps
Kris Kelly is devastated when brother Andy quits the Reaper and leaves him to mine alone with his untrustworthy father.
No Man Left Behind
Steve informs son Shawn that he is cut out of the inland mining business and the news is not taken lightly. On the Eroica, Emily deals with a greenhorn diver who has a panic attack underwater and Brad Kelly makes a convoluted deal with a friend.
Daddy Driving a Caddy
Zeke makes a strategic hire, helping boost his chances to get on the gold, while Emily has a hard time understanding her greenhorn. On the Reaper, Kris begs his brother to return to mining and Brad's new girlfriend faces complications while in labor.
Brokedown City
Emily has a dismal clean-out, causing her diver to reevaluate his career and the Gold Grabber breaks down right as they get on a good streak. Meanwhile, Zeke's love interest makes a valuable discovery and Kris Kelly must find a new place to live.
I Quit
Kris reaches the limit with his father Brad and decides to strike out on his own while Emily's crew is more focused on partying than finding gold. On the Wild Ranger, Vern receives a disturbing phone call from his daughter.
Smoke 'Em Out
Shawn comes up with a devious plan to prevent other dredges from encroaching on his mining spots while Chris nearly drowns diving on the dredge he bought with a partner. Over on the Eroica, Emily tries to round up a new crew to salvage the season.
The Battle for Tomcod
The crews engage in an epic battle for dominion over the rapidly depleting Tomcod claim, while Emily and new diver Daryl are determined to end the season in the black.
Payback
Ice invades the harbor and crews race to get some last-minute gold in the box before the big freeze ends the season. The Pomrenkes turn their attention to inland mining and Kris Kelly tries to end the season on a high note in spite of his novice diver.
Countdown to Gold
The winter season has begun and Emily finds herself without a permit, while the Kelly brothers begin to mine sans father Brad who has his own small operation right beside them. Meanwhile, Shawn takes a big risk as he heads miles out of town.
Girl Drama
Emily is accused of negligence by a greenhorn who quits on the first day, while the Wild Ranger's new sub-dredge has mechanical difficulties. Over on the Bluff, Shawn is the first human to dive in the remote area and he finds it to be different than Nome.
The Quest
Shawn runs out of fuel and sets out on a dangerous trek to a remote town for supplies, while Kris Kelly deals with an equipment breakdown on the Paddy Wagon. Meanwhile, Emily loses the trust of her crew when she reacts poorly in an emergency situation.
Baggage
Steve makes a surprise appearance at the Bluff to check his son's progress and the Kelly brothers have a heated argument that threatens to split them up for good. On the Clark, Zeke is frustrated with Emily's greenhorn crew and their abilities.
The Blizzard
With only one week left of mining, a huge blizzard surges into Nome, severely limiting the crews from getting on the gold.
The Deadline
The final day of winter mining brings all the crews out early to search for gold, but the Kellys are forced to shut down prematurely when their equipment is stolen.
The Gamble
Summer mining season arrives, and Zeke decides with whom he wants to work, leaving Emily shocked by his answer. Meanwhile, Shawn's first day at sea is interrupted when an essential piece of equipment snaps in half.
Pressure
Emily's best diver threatens to quit after multiple dredge malfunctions, while Zeke gets his first taste of corporate-life pressures. Meanwhile, diver Derek McLarty spends his life savings gambling on a huge dredge that he hopes will make him rich.
Golden Dreams
Vern plots to steal a boat from an old nemesis who used to work for him and the Christine Rose loses hydraulics, bringing the whole mining operation to a halt.
Father's Day
Kris and dad Brad come to blows when a fight escalates out of control, while Shawn's son Dylan is hired to dive for Derek on the High Noon.
Rock Bottom
Shawn is frustrated to find his mining spot depleted of gold-rich ground and Vern is concerned the season is a bust when something unexpected happens to his prized sub-dredge.
Breaking Point
Shawn reaches his quota to get to the Bluff, but Steve suddenly changes the terms of the deal, leading to a colossal blow up between father and son. On the High Noon, Derek is short on cash and has only two dredging trips to find as much gold as possible.
Teamwork
Emily swallows her pride and offers ex-friend Zeke a job on the Eroica, while Steve Pomrenke strikes more than gold when mining inland.
Turf War
The Kellys face off against Zeke's corporate dredge in a bitter gold war and Shawn Pomrenke finally inches closer to his dream of mining at the Bluff.
All In
Zeke agrees to end the season working for Emily as a diver on the Eroica, while Shawn finally relocates the Christine Rose to the Bluff.
Jackpot
The freeze arrives and the crews have one last shot to find gold, but Shawn's losing gamble at the Bluff sends the Christine Rose back to Nome.
The Gold Bar
The crews come together at the historic Gold Dust Saloon in Nome, Alaska, to rehash a challenging summer mining season.
Virgin Ground
Winter mining has begun and Shawn opens his claim to the fleet for a cut of their gold while he's off planning a bigger future for the Pomrenke family's mining business. Meanwhile, Zeke and Emily join forces and make the risky decision to camp on the ice.
Fear the Reaper
Shawn intervenes when the Kellys encroach on Vern's mining spot and refuse to relocate. Meanwhile, Emily takes matters into her own hands after Zeke's new sluice causes them to lose all the gold they've collected.
The Plague
Flu sweeps through the fleet, leaving the divers unable to dredge for gold. Vern is forced to rely on his only healthy diver, a greenhorn female with no experience.
Double Jeopardy
Emily and Zeke clash over his belief that two divers are better than one, while Vernon rehires a former employee whose reputation as a troublemaker precedes him. Meanwhile, the Kellys' bad luck continues just as they finally get on the gold.
Backseat Diver
Zeke puts his brother's life in danger as he implements another risky plan.
Lady Luck
The mining season is ending and the crews race to find gold and secure a profit before the government shuts them down. Kris Kelly brings his mom to Nome and dad Brad is not happy about the decision, while Emily gathers the courage to confront her fears.
Hello Heartache, Goodbye Nome
The crews suffer dangerous mishaps and frightening health scares as the season comes to an end.
Uncharted Waters
Nome Harbor's gold-rich ground is depleted, which drives the crews to prospect far up and down the coast.
Cruel Summer
Zeke and Emily set off on a prospecting trip in uncharted waters off the coast of Sledge Island. On the Reaper, Kris is sad to discover the claim he was going to lease is being confiscated by the government and no one else is willing to work with him.
Hail Mary
Shawn questions his own judgment after a risky dive nearly ends in tragedy, while Zeke spends too much time in deep water and his body pays the price.
Proving Day
Zeke tries validating a rumor from Emily in a final attempt to locate gold around Sledge Island.
Fickle Fortune
Panic mounts when George is unable to communicate as he attempts to unclog his hose on a gold dive.
Reaper Madness
Zeke decides to dive alone, but soon finds himself in a potentially life-threatening situation.
Down and Out
George defies his brother and dives while Dave is out of town. Shawn is out of commission with a crippling back injury.
Penny Dreadful
Emily tries to save Zeke when a fire breaks out on their dredge and George Young enlists his son to dive while on leave from the military.
Murky Waters
Shawn struggles with back problems, but the crew is ready to dive in his place if only they could see in the cloudy waters.
No Place Like Nome
The harbor is starting to freeze and the crews want one more day to score big gold.
Big Cold Gold
Winter is back and Shawn is back to the Bluff in search of the gold honey hole he found during summer mining season.
Cold War
The Kellys follow Shawn to the Bluff and check out rumors of a modern day gold rush.
Tunnel Vision
Kris Kelly loses oxygen while diving 65 feet from the surface and Zeke comes up with an ingenious idea that will quickly melt an ice hole.
Three's Company
Emily heads to the Bluff to ask Shawn Pomrenke an important question that could make or break the rest of her season.
Cracked
Shawn hatches a diabolical plan to shut down the Kellys' mining operation and Zeke worries he'll float away when the ice starts to break up.
Never Say Die
The Kelly family splinters apart after Shawn shuts them down on the Bluff, while Emily hopes to turn around her season by making a big move.
Fight and Flight
Shawn outlines his idea to build a mega-dredge in front of potential investors.
Last Man Diving
With one day left to mine, crews rush to finish the season on the gold and in the black.
Enter a Titan
Another summer mining season attracts a new dredger who vows to go head-to-head with Shawn Pomrenke, while Kris Kelly introduces his upgraded dredge and heads to an untouched mining spot.
Crash Course
Emily scrambles for control of her dredge as it loses power and drifts towards a jetty.
Wild Wild West
Shawn searches for new ground after novice miners raid his gold-rich location. The Kelly family's poor work ethic may put an end to their lucky streak.
Over the Line
Kris worries that claim jumpers will prevent him from getting rich, while Shawn uses his barge's imposing size to deter the hordes of smaller dredges from closing in on his gold-producing location.
Storm Surge
A large storm bears down on Nome and the Bluff, but Shawn makes the dangerous choice to continue mining.
Miners on the Storm
Another powerful storm hits Nome and the landlocked miners use their downtime to make crucial repairs.
Second Wind
Emily inadvertently risks the life of a diver when she tests her faulty equipment and Shawn locates the spot where three gold-rich pay streaks merge.
Every Ounce Counts
Shawn works double time when his crew burns out from exhaustion and Kris becomes the lone diver on the Reaper after Andy is sidelined due to a medical issue requiring surgery.
Closing the Gap
Emily sends expert diver Daryl 40 feet under in a dangerous bid for gold, while Shawn struggles to move his massive barge out of the water for the winter.
Innovate and Overcome
Shawn has an ingenious idea to capture more gold as winter approaches and George's son arrives to help him reach his 50-ounce season goal.
King of Nome
Shawn takes some dangerous risks in his bid to fund the mega-dredge. Ken deals with more headaches after the Myrtle Irene fills with water when his crew attempts to dry dock it for the winter.
Bigger and Badder
Shawn and Ken meet to discuss their futures as the heads of the largest gold-dredging operations in Nome.
Double Down
Despite the worst conditions in a decade, the miners hedge their bets as Shawn and Ken go head-to-head with their largest ships ever. Emily confronts the elements while Kris leads his family with a newfound determination.
Unleash the Beast
Shawn's rival Ken unleashes his 600-ton gold gobbler while Shawn fights to keep a family dynasty. Vernon makes a valiant return in an attempt to strike it rich with a new dredge, and Emily fights to reclaim her hotspot.
Clash of the Titans
An epic clash of titans grips the gold-mining fleet as Shawn constructs the largest washplant in Nome and Ken's mining monster roars to life. Vern prospects using his new innovations, and ripping currents threaten the Kellys.
The Sound of Money
Vernon and his crew get stranded in the Yukon. Shawn finds a good luck charm in his son. Ken suffers a mechanical setback, and Emily sends rookie diver Chase underwater.
Storm Ravaged
Whipping winds and crashing waves force the miners to ask themselves how hard they're willing to fight. Shawn channels his inner MacGyver to fix a stalled machine. Kris acts boldly, and Vern must make a life-or-death decision.
Guts and Gravel
Before the winter freeze-out, Shawn gambles to dig deeper than ever before as Ken brings the heat. The Kellys start from scratch with a new dredge design, and Emily aims to work nonstop.
Gold Blooded
Shawn pushes the Christine Rose to its maximum work depth in the face of massive swells, and Ken digs on an untouched, gold-rich dirt patch. Emily faces ripping currents and an exhausted diver. Vernon hits the open seas.
Missing in Action
When a fellow miner vanishes, Ken and Shawn interrupt their operations to join the search and rescue. Vern finally unleashes on the Bering Sea.
Battle Plan
Shawn and Ken are neck and neck to win their $130,000 wager as the frigid end approaches with dangerous winds that threaten Shawn's wash-plant installation. Vern risks the Goldship while on the hunt for pay dirt.
Race the Storm
With Nome in the cross hairs of a winter storm that will shut down the harbor, Shawn and Ken battle to win their bet. But only one will be crowned the Gold King.
Dawn of the Dredge
Summer temperatures at an all-time high disrupt the seafloor, causing miners to find new strategies. Shawn fights a legal battle. Ken tries to keep his gold crown, while Emily and the Kellys look to expand their operations.
Back in the Ring
As summer kicks into gear, Ken and the Myrtle Irene get stuck in the mud. The Kellys are forced to bail out at Fort Davis. Elaine tries to make up for lost time due to Vernon's late start.
Sweet Child o' Mining
Shawn gets his first taste of the shifting seabed. Ken tries a new perspective to find new ground. Kris and Emily each try out greenhorn divers to boost their productivity, but the plan grinds to a halt for one of them.
Shift Happens
As the miners look to find more valuable ground, Shawn must fight the sea's shifting tide, Ken strains his excavator arm when digging hard cobble, Kris tries his chances with a rookie diver and new diver Brian saves Vernon's day.
Ready, Claim, Fire
Tensions fly as Brad leads The Reaper into hostile waters where Emily defends Claim 14 from claim jumpers. Shawn hunts an elusive pay-streak. Ken puts a risky Myrtle Irene repair to the test.
The Gold, The Bad and The Ugly
Shawn's rocky pay-streak takes him for a wild ride. Kris raids another claim but a rival dredge fights back. Vernon loses patience with his crew's performance. Ken tests a new operator to keep running around the clock.
Dredge Men Tell No Tales
With a massive storm about to hit Nome, Shawn and Ken push their operations to the brink to get one last score in. Emily gambles on untested ground and Kris battles bad attitudes.
Dive Hard With a Vengeance
Ken learns the Myrtle Irene's fate after a raging storm and Shawn uses a new tool to hunt for hotspots. Meanwhile, Emily reconnects with someone from the past, Vernon tries his luck at river mining and Kris takes a gamble.
Gold is Thicker Than Blood
Shawn confronts his dad for the sake of the family operation -- to disastrous results. Emily brings her father aboard The Eroica. When Vernon loses a diver, he turns to an unlikely replacement -- his daughter Elaine.
The Heat is Off
At summer's end, Shawn claws his way closer to the top of the gold count while Emily leaves her father to tend on the Eroica. Meanwhile, Kris works toward a brighter future and Ken pushes the repaired Myrtle Irene.
Claim of Thrones
Kris mines an undersea trench, but a cave-in of rocks threatens his life, pinning him to the seafloor. Desperate to find a patch of career-saving gold, Shawn follows a hunch to deeper ground.
How It All Pans Out
In the midst of the season-ending storm, Emily plays chicken with Mother Nature, but may lose her diver in the process. Ken pushes the Myrtle to its max. Elaine proves herself to Vern by calling the shots.
The Ice Mine Cometh
Winter has come -- along with the thinnest, most unpredictable ice in decades. After three years, Shawn returns to diving under the ice in pursuit of the Tomcod claim. Kris tries to set up and mine in one day. Emily's dependable Claim 14 shocks her.
Frozen Chokehold
Only days into the winter mining season, a regulator freeze up cuts off Shawn's air supply. Emily negotiates with Mr. Gold for season-saving coordinates. Vernon returns to the ice with an eye to buy Claim 16. The Kellys get on some gold.
Snow Blind
The clock ticks as an impending, violent arctic storm the Siberian Express gathers strength. Shawn can't quit the gold. Kris gambles on another rookie miner. Emily finds gold but her equipment fails. Vernon risks everything to test Claim 16.
Pain in the Ice
Following the arctic storm that drove everyone to shore, Shawn embarks on a marathon dive, Kris unveils a diving relay with The Reaper's new diver Shaunna and Emily takes another desperate shot at TOMCOD gold.
Total Meltdown
Suffering the icy burn of possible defeat, Kris wrecks his 3-diver relay plan and abandons his crew. Shawn is forced to question TOMCOD. Emily returns home to Claim 14. Vernon gambles on the edge of the ice.
Cold Man and the Sea
The clock ticks as Shawn races to prove the viability of the TOMCOD. Kris makes amends with his crew and Brad dives for the first time in five years, saving the day with a surprise. Back on Claim 14, Emily tries to break her ice season curse.
Freezer Burn
When the temperature plummets to a season low, Shawn fights frozen ground with steam heat. Kris' hot plan to beat the cold fizzles quickly. Vernon gambles on a new spot.
Up in Flames
As an arctic blizzard wreaks havoc across Nome, Kris finds gold under the ice but fire erupts overhead. Shawn struggles to rescue his operation. Emily risks it all on a double dive and Vernon leans on a diver making her comeback.
No More Mr. Ice Guys
On this ice season Judgement Day, Shawn pushes himself and his equipment to the edge. Kris and the Kellys rise from the ashes of an engine shack fire. Vernon pitches his operation to a big time investor.
Winter Take All
As the miners rush to solid ground before the ice vanishes, Mr. Gold outlasts the fleet to secure TOMCOD. Kris assembles a makeshift operation. Emily rolls the dice on one last dive and Vernon hightails it to land on dangerous ice.
Goldslingers
With new claims up for grabs, old faces return to Nome's wild west as Mr. Gold launches his biggest season. Kris' Elim plan hits a hiccup. Vernon hustles to assemble his dream team. Emily searches for her own claim. Zeke attempts an ambitious creation.
A Dredge Full of Dollars
Shawn strikes a deal with Dave Young that comes with a ticking clock. Zeke's new dredge Black Swan debuts on the Bering Sea. Kris' backup plan wildly backfires. Vernon and Emily seek out their own claims.
Papa's Got a Brand New Dredge
Shawn must get the remastered Myrtle Irene onto the water. Zeke bets on himself by helping on Vernon's claim. Emily hopes to add to her all-star squad. Kris and his sceptic crew finally head to Elim.
Ship of Fools
Kris and crew face one mishap after another in Elim. Shawn pursues complete control over the inland mine. Vernon pits his divers against each other in a gold-getting competition. Steve and Emily prospect on the beach.
Machine Gun Kellys
The Kellys face gunfire from angry locals in Elim. Shawn injures himself on the Myrtle. Emily loses her rock-solid diver. Vernon finds a secret golden spot. The Black Swan finally gets on gold.
Naked and Unafraid
Shawn pulls an all-nighter with the revamped Myrtle. The Kellys' season might be saved with a little help. Emily acts quick in a dangerous situation. Vernon hopes hiring Steve again won't be a mistake. Zeke enlists his brother to get them on gold.
The Claim Dating Game
Zeke hopes to find his perfect claim match. Shawn needs the Myrtle to save the Christine Rose. Emily is down to her last shot. Vernon's luck with divers gets worse. Kris is finally on a hot streak, but will it last?
Dredge of Insanity
Kris attempts to save his season with a move that may be his worst idea yet. Shawn hunts for a pay-streak to solidify his position at the top. Emily prospects a claim to call her own. Vern tries out a "crazy" new diver. Zeke sets sail on an adventure.
Once Upon a Mine
Nome's King Shawn edges closer to his goal of ultimate domination. Knight Kris tries his hand on an excavator dredge. Queen Emily has a pump crisis that could end her season. Wizard Zeke returns to Cape Rodney while Ogre Vernon leans on his last diver.
Last Call
With just 24 hours left to make or break the season, an equipment malfunction jeopardizes Shawn's operation. Kris becomes the last Kelly standing. Vernon enlists Steve to prospect for winter. Zeke searches Cape Rodney. Emily finishes strong.
Winter, Lose or Draw
In the high-stakes game of ice mining, Shawn chases a jackpot along an ancient riverbed, Kris goes all-in on brand new equipment and Zeke bets on his season with a fresh crew.
Snow Man's Land
As the fleet must dig out of a snowstorm and beware of another on the horizon, Vernon sets up on the promising Claim 56, The Kellys race to get their new equipment on the ice and Shawn battles an air compressor.
No Country for Cold Men
Shawn and Vernon hope to double down with back-to-back divers. Zeke faces an undetected flooding nightmare. The Kellys run into a hose shortage that forces them to pivot.
Dive Till You Drop
While all the mining teams compete in marathon dives, Shawn brings new gear to stay mining longer, Vernon sends down two ace divers, Kris expects to get on the gold and Zeke hopes for zero malfunctions.
Bust a Move
While the Captains rethink their mining locations, Vernon's diver tries to mine without a light, Shawn follows a yellow brick road in search of the motherlode, the Kellys must find gold to pay off their debts and Zeke stretches out the hose.
Hustle and Overflow
Shawn is driven to desperate measures to solve his water overflow problems. Zeke gives the West Beach Claim one last shot. Kris tries out Captain James as a diver. Vernon pushes forward despite dangerous ice conditions.
Texas Cold 'Em
Vernon races against weakening ice on Claim 56. Kris preps his operation for his upcoming absence. Shawn turns to an unusual method to track down a tricky paystreak. Zeke makes an eleventh hour move to Tomcod.
Yo Brother, Where Art Thou?
With Kris away on father duty, Andy must bring in the gold as captain of the Reaper. Vernon tries to maximize his returns by minimizing his moves. Shawn finds himself just short of a paystreak. Zeke tries Shawn's coordinates to put some gold in the box.
Mining on a Prayer
Kris must move fast in the face of a life-threatening incident. Vernon pushes a diver for a personal record. Shawn deals with a crack in the ice to keep on the trail of the Tomcod jackpot. Zeke sees signs of life just as his season is coming to an end.
Legend vs. Underdog
Top contenders Shawn and Vernon battle it out for their final haul in the face of a storm ready to knock them off the ice. Zeke risks one last move. Kris hopes to pull enough to set up his summer.
The Empires Strike Back
Mining empires expand and clash in an epic battle to dominate Nome. Mr. Gold has a plan to yield 3000 ounces. The Kellys impress a new investor. Vernon builds a kingdom on Claim 56. Zeke has a deal to work Tomcod. Emily makes a surprise announcement.
Bad Blood
The long-running feud between Shawn Pomrenke and Kris Kelly illuminates the Kellys' questionable track record and the events that pushed the rival miners to the brink of war.
This Means War
Two monster dredges duke it out on the Bering Sea as a war brews between Shawn and Kris. Vernon's diver bleeds on his ascent. Emily deals with mechanical difficulties. A notorious nomad returns to team with Zeke.
Golden Girls
The parallel journeys of Emily Riedel and Alaska: The Last Frontier's Jane Kilcher highlight their challenges and triumphs in different Alaskan locales as Emily prepares to bring Jane aboard The Eroica to take charge while Emily's gone.
Winds of Misfortune
A series of questionable calls by Kris brings the Mistress to her breaking point. Mr. Gold takes a huge gamble by mining Cooper Gulch. Vernon acts on a hot prospecting tip. Emily's crew takes risky dives. Zeke's new girl is his gold luck charm on Tomcod.
No Jane, No Gain
A brand-new arrival shakes up the gold game as Emily shows Jane Kilcher the ropes of running a dredge. Kris Kelly deals with an excavator malfunction. Hurricane Dave is horrified by Vernon's methods. Digging deep pays off for Mr. Gold.
Brawl of Duty
As tempers flare, the conflict between Shawn and the Kellys becomes physical. Mechanical difficulties plague the Mistress. Vernon is thrilled to have his A-Team back in action. Jane celebrates a gold-laden birthday and Emily drops a bombshell.
Truce or Consequences
Shawn and Kris attempt to settle their feud for good. Vernon tussles with an annoying moocher. Jane Kilcher faces a huge challenge out on Claim 14. In the hopes of jump-starting his gold season, Zeke embarks on a marathon suction dredging campaign.
Diver's Ed
The Gold Ship crew strikes out on their own while Vernon is away. Shawn faces an unexpected malfunction on the Myrtle just as boss Dave Young comes to inspect it. Zeke and Emily hope that new divers will bring huge paystreaks. Kris returns to the Reaper.
The Miner's Code
Shawn and Vernon embark on a harrowing rescue mission on a stormy Bering Sea. Mistress problems force Kris into limp mode. Zeke relaunches the Havilah with a wild crew.
There Will Be Blood
A shocking injury jeopardizes Kris Kelly’s gold goal for the season. Mr. Gold gambles on northern winds and low tides to provide a huge paystreak. Zeke cleans up on the Havilah. Emily and Vernon rally their crews to end the gold summer strong.
Last Miner Standing
A key crew member abandons Kris as he tries to hold onto the Mistress. Shawn fights to retain his crown as the Gold King of Nome. Zeke and crew have a bro-down on the Havilah. Emily and Vernon’s crews vie for a strong, lucrative finish to the season.
Goldfellas
Young mining gangster Chris McCully challenges Mr. Gold's dominance. Wise guys Kris and Andy prospect. Don Vernon faces health issues. Made man Zeke creates a palace on the ice. A pregnant Emily leaves Jane in charge of the operation.
Evolve or Die
Innovative mining strategies pay off for Chris and Shawn. A crew screwup leaves Kris once again behind in the gold count. A shocking discovery reveals why Emily's crew hasn’t been seeing any gold in the box.
New Kid on the Ice Block
Chris McCully continues to pose a serious threat to Mr. Gold. Vernon and crew are plagued by mishaps. The Kellys wait for a game-changing piece of gold mining equipment to arrive. Shawn competes in Nome's biggest snowmobile race.
Ice Mission: Impossible
Shawn and Zeke each risk dangerous ice missions in the hopes of big paystreaks. Kris' gold mining miracle has arrived but requires some assembly. Jane does her best with an absent Emily and a diver who can't swim.
A Nightmare on Nome Street
Chris finds himself stranded on the ice. Shawn hits a mysterious dry spell. The Kellys' brand-new Crawler awakens but encounters electrical problems. A tangled tether spells bad news for Zeke and the boys. Vernon finds two divers are better than one.
Crawl to Redemption
The Kellys unveil their secret gold mining weapon. Chris McCully's hot paystreak continues. A scary close call forces Zeke to adjust strategy. Jane butts heads with her crew as tensions boil over. Shawn discovers a hidden treasure.
The Wolf of Wall Streak
Chris McCully and crew hit a paystreak so lucrative they call it "Wall Street." Shawn strikes gold all the way at 40 feet under the ice. Kris and Andy argue over their new underwater gold-getting toy. Vernon's diver faces a possible disaster.
Jane's Affliction
Jane clashes with Emily's crew over being disrespected. Equipment failures cause delays for Chris and Shawn. Kris is thrilled to find his Crawler in action. Pressure ridges cause one close call too many for Zeke and his crew.
Big Dig Energy
The Kellys quarrel while trying to make their gold-sucking Crawler work. Some anatomical-looking worms in the sea may lead Shawn to gold. Vernon's best laid plans falter as he deals with health issues. Jane receives news of the birth of Emily's baby.
The Last Duel
Mr. Gold and Chris McCully battle it out for the top spot on the gold board. The Kellys are at risk of ending the season with no gold. After some dangerous dives, Jane, Vernon and Zeke's crews each make a push to finish the season with a bang.
Captains of Industry
As a new Industrial Revolution sweeps Nome, the miners elevate their operations. A cracked spud may mean disaster for Shawn. Kris Kelly struggles with faulty equipment. Chris McCully has a blockbuster start, while Vernon buys an unorthodox dredge.
New Recruits
Chris McCully embarks on a three-person, 15-hour diving marathon while Kris Kelly panics when the Mistress takes on water. Vernon and Emily both try new, unconventional divers. Mr. Gold successfully returns to work on the Myrtle Irene.
Gone With the Wind
The fleet scrambles to get mining before an approaching storm. Mechanical difficulties plague Mr. Gold and Kris Kelly. Chris McCully has a close call while diving. Vernon attempts to get back in the gold game.
Sea-ing Red
Pressure mounts as a Nome-wide diver shortage forces Chris McCully into a dangerous solo dive and Emily's crew into river dredging. The Kellys fight over the lack of progress on their newest dredge, the All-In.
Born a Gamblin' Man
Facing dangerous conditions, the entire fleet rolls the dice to save their season. Mr. Gold gambles on shallow ground. Chris risks it all on another solo dive as Zeke doubles down. Kris tries to power through a crisis.
Drawing Bloodlines
Shawn's negotiations with his father for the inland mine implode. Emily deploys her new diver while Vernon searches for one of his own. Chris dives solo again. Reaper Nation's new dredge might help them compete with Mr. Gold.
Out of Their Depths
A potential disaster plagues the Kellys, prompting a bail-out from Chris McCully. Shawn and Vernon try their luck in deeper waters. Team Emily strives for a double dive.
No Sleep Till Landfall
As the countdown to the storm of the century begins, the fleet races to mine. Reaper Nation hits deeper waters while Shawn, Emily, Vernon and Chris all fight large swells to get gold until the bitter end.
Apocalypse Nome
As the miners try to secure their operations, a catastrophic storm rips through Nome, devastating the community and leaving it forever changed.
A Murky Future
Shawn hunts for a new spot as the fleet tries to pick up the pieces after the devastating storm. Chris faces horrible visibility issues underwater. Team Emily manages to get back on the gold, and Reaper Nation desperately tries to salvage their season.
Fortune's Fools
In the critical final days, Kris stays laser-focused on his mission while brother Andy struggles aboard the All-In. Shawn chases a disappearing hot spot. Vernon returns to deep and dangerous waters.
Endgame
In the fleet's last push for gold, Reaper Nation fights to mine until the cold, bitter end. Shawn reaches for gold in deeper waters. Emily must depend on her last remaining diver. Chris and Zeke debate whether to mine in murky conditions.
Bering Sea Gold
Genres
Adventure & Survival, Extreme Jobs, Reality
Episodes
17 Seasons Available (183 Episodes)
Release Year
2012
About This Series
In Nome, Alaska, the gold rush is on. Driven by gold fever and sometimes desperate need, miners pilot their ragtag dredges and dive with hoses to suck up gold from the bottom of the frigid, unpredictable Bering Sea.
Cast and Crew
Starring: Elaine Adkison, Vernon "Vern" Adkison, Sarah Dunn, Shem Fogelman, Andrew "Andy" Kelly, Brad Kelly, Kris Kelly, Kelsy Lessing, Tony Mann, Stan Miller, Cody Moen, Matt Peckinpaugh, Shawn Pomrenke, Steve Pomrenke, Emily Riedel, Steve Riedel, Isaac Ruppe, Hank Schimschat, Ezekial "Zeke" Tenhoff, Gabe Tenhoff, Jonathan Tons, Daryl Valle, Lucas Wolf
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