Prospectors Season 3 Episode 7
Prospectors
Season 3

Ep 7. Rain, Rain, Go Away

  • January 18, 2015

In this episode of Prospectors season 3, titled "Rain, Rain, Go Away," the prospectors are dealing with a troublesome rainstorm that is making their hunt for precious minerals even more difficult. The episode begins with the prospectors dealing with the aftermath of a heavy rainstorm, which has caused their mining equipment to breakdown and their claims to become flooded.

As they try to salvage what they can, the prospectors are faced with the harsh reality that their jobs are unbelievably difficult, and often times it’s a matter of just sheer luck whether or not they will hit the jackpot. With their spirits dampened and prospects looking slim, the team looks for new ways to tackle the challenges they face – from searching for untouched terrain to taking on more dangerous mining techniques.

Throughout the episode, they team struggles with their own insecurities and doubts, which are only compounded by the volatile weather patterns - They are worried that the frequent rain could lead to landslides or mudslides (safety concerns) which would endanger not only themselves, but their loved ones as well. But despite the odds against them and with time running out, the prospectors press on, hoping to find that glint of gold in the midst of the storm.

As the episode progresses, the weather takes a turn for the worse and the rain continues to pour down on the team, turning their mining camp into a mud pit. They find themselves in a difficult position, as every moment spent rebuilding and digging out of the mud means lost time in the search for gold.

In one heart-stopping moment, one of the prospectors becomes trapped under a fallen boulder, and the team must work quickly to free him before the storm worsens. This moment highlights the immense danger that comes with their chosen profession and the risks they are willing to take.

As the season progresses to its end, and the negative effects of the rainstorm become more acute, the prospectors must decide whether or not they will continue their search for gold, or pack up and head back home. With resources depleted and morale at an all-time low, the prospectors have to make a difficult decision that could determine the course of their careers and their lives.

As the episode draws to a close, the team is left with the harsh reality that this industry is not for the faint of heart. They have to constantly contend with violent weather patterns and the grueling physical demands of their profession. Ultimately, "Rain, Rain, Go Away" showcases the struggles and triumphs that come with the prospecting life, and is both a thrilling and sobering look at the world of gold mining.

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Description
  • First Aired
    January 18, 2015
  • Language
    English