Ep 11. Dozer Wars

As the third season of Gold Rush: Alaska continues, tensions between the various mining crews are starting to heat up. In this episode, entitled "Dozer Wars," we see just how intense things can get when two teams go head-to-head in an all-out battle for precious gold.

The episode begins with the Hoffman crew, which has been struggling to keep up with Parker Schnabel's mining operation. Todd Hoffman is feeling the pressure, as his team falls behind in gold production and he struggles to make ends meet. Meanwhile, Parker is running circles around the competition, thanks in large part to his trusty bulldozer. With this powerful piece of machinery, Parker is able to clear dirt and boulders from the ground much faster than any of his rivals.

Todd quickly realizes that he needs a dozer of his own if he wants to keep up with Parker. He puts in a call to his old friend and fellow miner, Dave Turin, who agrees to bring over his dozer for a few days. The only problem is that Dave is currently working for Parker, which means that he'll have to choose sides in this epic battle.

As Dave arrives with his dozer in tow, the tension between the two crews reaches a boiling point. Parker is not happy to see one of his best workers defect to the competition, and he makes his feelings known. The two teams square off, each determined to come out on top.

The dozer wars begin in earnest, with Dave and Parker both putting their machines to the test. Each crew takes turns trying to clear as much earth as possible in a day, with the losing team being forced to hand over a significant amount of gold to the winners. The competition is fierce, but it's also a chance for the miners to blow off some steam and have a little fun.

As the day wears on, it becomes clear that one team has come out on top. But the victory is short-lived, as Todd learns that Dave has been holding back and not giving his all. Dave explains that he didn't want to make his current boss look bad, but Todd is furious. He demands that Dave step up his game and give his team the boost they need to beat Parker's crew.

In the end, it all comes down to a final showdown between the two dozers. Parker and Dave face off in an intense competition that tests their skills and their machinery. It's an all-or-nothing battle, with the winner taking all the glory and the gold.

Without giving anything away, let's just say that the results of the dozer wars are surprising – both for the miners and for the viewers. It's a reminder that in the world of gold mining, anything can happen – and that even the most intense rivalries can be overcome.