Ep 7. Paid in Full

As the gold rush season reaches its halfway point, the miners of the Klondike region are feeling the pressure to hit their season goals. In the seventh episode of Season 4, titled "Paid in Full," the teams continue to battle against the unpredictable nature of Alaska's terrain and weather.

At the Big Nugget mine, Todd Hoffman and his crew are coming off a disappointing week of gold mining. After spending countless hours and dollars to reach a layer of gold-rich pay dirt, they discovered that it was too frozen to extract. With their ambition tested, Todd and the Hoffman crew are more determined than ever to hit it big.

In the meantime, Parker Schnabel and his team at the Scribner Creek claim are focused on efficiency and hitting their goal of 1,000 ounces of gold for the season. Their operation involves a fiery amalgamation system that shows signs of wearing down, and they're in desperate need of replacement parts to prevent a major shut down.

Tony Beets and his family are making progress at Paradise Hill, with their crew hitting big on a promising new cut. However, they face constant issues with their sluice box -- a crucial piece of equipment that separates the gold from the dirt. To prevent this major expense, the Beets family must find a solution before the season runs out.

As the miners work around the clock, new obstacles arise, such as a winter storm that has the potential to shut down everyone's operations. Despite the risks, they forge ahead with their equipment in tow, and continue to work tirelessly in pursuit of gold.

Tensions are running high and quick-thinking is necessary as the miners try to extract as much gold as possible. In a battle of man versus nature, each miner must use their experience, ingenuity, and muscle to overcome obstacles and reach their goals.

In "Paid in Full," viewers are taken along with the miners on their gripping race against time, as they face everything from unexpected expenses to harsh working conditions. The drama builds as the miners are pushed to their breaking point, where anything can happen in the quest for gold.