Ep 2. Unleash the Beast

In season 11 episode 2 of Bering Sea Gold, titled "Unleash the Beast," the gold miners of Nome, Alaska, continue their search for riches on the treacherous waters of the Bering Sea. With high stakes and fierce competition, each crew must navigate the dangerous conditions and unpredictable weather while facing mechanical breakdowns, equipment failures, and each other.

In this episode, the season is well underway, and the miners are feeling the pressure to ramp up production. Shawn Pomrenke, aka "Mr. Gold," is back on his dredge, the Christine Rose, after a two-year hiatus. He's got a new captain, and the team is eager to prove themselves and take the top spot. Shawn's father, Steve, is also on board, hoping to help his son break his losing streak.

Meanwhile, Emily Riedel is still without a dredge of her own and has been working with fellow miner Zeke Tenhoff. However, tensions between the two have been mounting, and they may be reaching their breaking point. Emily turns to her father, who has arrived to lend a helping hand, but it may not be enough to keep the partnership afloat.

On the Wild Ranger, Vernon Adkison is determined to make up for lost time after a slow start to the season. With a new crew member onboard, he's hoping to increase efficiency and find the motherlode. But as he dives deeper into uncharted territory, he risks hitting some unexpected obstacles.

Over on the Eroica, Nome newbie Dave Young is learning the ropes and quickly realizing the challenges of mining for gold in the Bering Sea. With rough waters and a malfunctioning dredge, the crew struggles to keep up with the others and make a name for themselves.

As the miners race against time and each other to strike it rich, tensions and tempers are running high. Will they be able to unleash the beast within and overcome the obstacles in their way? Or will Mother Nature and the unforgiving sea triumph once again? Find out in season 11 episode 2 of Bering Sea Gold.