In the wild terrain of Yukon, Rick Ness is on a mission to strike gold, but he’s encountering some major obstacles along the way. After investing in drilling a deep hole that goes 190 feet down, Rick is hoping to uncover a $5 million gold deposit. Unfortunately, numerous challenges have resulted in him falling short by 800 ounces of reaching his target, and winter is approaching fast. The pressure is mounting from the land owner as Rick strives to double his production in order to secure the land. However, through sheer determination and hard work, Rick manages to achieve his biggest haul yet, ultimately earning enough to buy the land for himself. Check out the full video for all the action!
Rick Ness is currently facing a tough gold mining season, falling short of his target by 800 ounces as winter draws near. He had put all his eggs in one basket, investing in a deep test drilling that promised a potential $5 million worth of gold.
With the landowner, Troy Taylor, offering to sell him the property he is leasing, Rick is at a crossroads. Troy asks for a down payment of 150 ounces, which is worth a quarter of a million dollars. This proposition leaves Rick conflicted as he mulls over the financial implications and the timing of such a decision.
To increase their chances of hitting their target, Rick and his crew member Kyle Lawson hatch a plan to run both wash plants simultaneously. Kyle, a former iron worker from Yukon, steps up to the challenge, aiming to bring in the additional 150 ounces required.
Their hard work pays off as they manage to achieve their biggest gold haul yet, raking in a total of 315 ounces in just one week. This success provides Rick with the necessary funds to make the down payment on the property, allowing him to move forward with the purchase and potentially turn their luck around.
However, Rick’s journey is more than just facing obstacles. A twist of fate brings an unexpected opportunity when landowner Troy Taylor offers to sell the land Rick is currently leasing. Embracing the challenge, Rick and his team kick production into high gear and manage to achieve their biggest gold haul yet. With this newfound success, Rick is prepared to make a momentous decision – to fully invest in owning his own piece of land. While Rick Ness’s quest for gold is ongoing, his perseverance and unwavering commitment have led him to a new chapter in his gold mining career in the rugged Yukon mountains.
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