The start of a fresh shift at Dunkin Creek sees Rick and his team facing a big challenge at the wash plant, throwing a wrench into their day’s work. As they work on resolving the issue, Mark Dove Spike, in charge of operating the wash plant, stumbles upon a major concern regarding the processing of gold.
The team led by Rick is in hot water at Dunkin Creek with a wash plant crisis on their hands. Massive rocks are on the verge of causing havoc and wrecking the wash plant. To make matters worse, there are holes in the screen and a significant gap in the punch plate, adding to the urgency of the problem.
Prompt Repairs:
Due to time constraints, the team decides to quickly patch up the plant instead of creating a new plate from scratch to keep it running until the end of the season.
Ben Belly steps up to the challenge of repairing the plant, understanding that the fix is only temporary.
The pressure mounts as the plant issue arises at the end of the season, leaving the crew rushing to make quick fixes and patch-ups to ensure smooth operations.
Bold Move and Risky Bet:
In pursuit of the 1,000-ounce season target, Rick makes a bold choice to investigate the quiet curve in the river, hoping to uncover more lucrative gold deposits.
This daring decision to stray from the usual creek excavation demonstrates Rick’s unwavering commitment to achieving a prosperous season.
Taking a risk has its rewards:
Rick’s decision to explore the quiet curve in the river has paid off as they stumble upon a valuable gold nugget, surpassing their usual findings. This shift to the lazy bend not only rescues their season but also sets them on the path to achieving their lofty target of 1,000 ounces.
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In the face of significant obstacles at the wash plant, Rick’s crew has gone above and beyond to tackle challenges head-on. From patching a big hole in the perforated plate to dealing with other setbacks, they’ve shown resilience. With the gold mining season coming to a close and the goal of reaching 1,000 ounces still in sight, Rick’s bold decision to try the lazy bend of the river paid off. Uncovering huge gold nuggets not only marked the end of a successful season but also showcased Rick Nass’s bravery and determination.
