Ep 3. The Eye of the Swamp

In the third episode of The Curse of Oak Island's eighth season, entitled "The Eye of the Swamp," the team continues their search for treasure on the mysterious island off the coast of Nova Scotia. As they delve deeper into the swamp, they uncover some intriguing artifacts that could potentially lead them closer to the legendary treasure.

The episode starts with Rick, Marty, and the team analyzing some rocks they have found near the swamp. According to their research, the rocks could be evidence of a man-made structure buried beneath the swamp. This discovery motivates them to dig deeper and explore areas that they have not yet investigated.

While digging, the team discovers what appears to be a fortified structure underground. They are excited that they may have found evidence of the legendary Money Pit, which has eluded treasure hunters for centuries. However, they run into difficulty when their excavation equipment breaks down, putting their progress on hold.

Not wanting to waste any time, they switch their focus to another area of the swamp and begin to excavate there. This time, they discover a strange object that could be linked to the Knights Templar, a medieval order of Christian warriors that has been associated with Oak Island in the past. The team is intrigued by the possibility that the Knights Templar hid treasure on the island and that this object, known as the Bradley Stone, is a clue to its location.

As they continue to excavate, the team comes across a wooden structure that looks like it could be man-made. They carefully examine the structure and discover it resembles a hollowed-out canoe, possibly made by the indigenous people of Nova Scotia. The team takes their findings back to the lab for further analysis to determine its age and origins.

Meanwhile, the rest of the team is busy exploring other parts of the island. One group investigates a potential cave system, while another looks into a possible connection between Oak Island and a nearby island. Throughout their exploration, they find more tantalizing clues that suggest the existence of treasure on Oak Island.

As the episode draws to a close, the team returns to the swamp to resume their excavation. They make a stunning discovery that sends shockwaves through the team and raises more questions than answers. Will this discovery put them one step closer to solving the mystery of Oak Island, or will it prove to be a dead end? Fans of The Curse of Oak Island will have to tune in to find out.