Ep 6. America's Lake Monster

In Expedition X season 2 episode 6, entitled "America's Lake Monster," Josh Gates, Phil Torres, and Jessica Chobot travel across North America to investigate some of the most notorious lake monsters. The episode is part of a larger series that explores the unknown corners of the world and the creatures that inhabit them.

The team begins their journey in Lake Champlain, which borders New York, Vermont, and Quebec. They hear stories of a creature known as Champ, which has allegedly been sighted in the lake for hundreds of years. Witnesses describe the creature as a serpent-like animal that can grow up to thirty feet long. Some have claimed to have seen multiple humps on the creature's back, which suggest it could be a type of plesiosaur.

The team is skeptical but intrigued, and they begin their investigation by interviewing witnesses who have seen Champ. They hear stories of sightings that took place in the 1800s and continue up to the present day. Some witnesses have even captured blurry photographs of the creature.

Next, Expedition X sets out to gather scientific evidence that could support the existence of Champ. They use underwater drones to scan the murky depths of the lake, looking for signs of any large, unidentified creatures. They also use sonar to map out the lake's underwater terrain, hoping to find any unusual structures that could be related to the creature.

As they investigate, the team learns about the science behind lake monsters. They speak with experts in paleontology and marine biology to better understand how a creature like Champ could exist in a modern-day lake. They also examine the historical and cultural context surrounding legendary lake monsters across North America.

As the team continues their investigation, they travel to other lakes across North America, including Okanagan Lake in Canada and Lake Tahoe in California. At each location, they hear stories of creatures that have been sighted for decades or even centuries. They also speak with locals and gather scientific evidence to try and prove or disprove the existence of these creatures.

Throughout the episode, Expedition X takes a balanced approach to the investigation, looking for both evidence that supports and undermines the existence of lake monsters. They speak with skeptics who are convinced that sightings are simply hoaxes or misidentifications of known animals. They also examine the ways in which folklore and urban legends can shape our perceptions of the natural world.

Ultimately, the team presents their findings and leaves it up to the viewer to decide whether lake monsters like Champ truly exist. Their investigation sheds light on the ongoing debate between skeptics and believers, and offers a glimpse into the ways in which we use stories and legends to make sense of the world around us.