Ep 2. Eye in the Sky

The Episode 2 of Gold Rush: Alaska season 7 is titled Eye in the Sky. In this episode, the miners of the Klondike region face a major setback as their excavator breaks down before they can reach the gold-rich bedrock. Tony Beets, on the other hand, is facing issues as his dredge freezes up in the frigid climate.

With the clock ticking for the miners, they are forced to find alternative ways to excavate the bedrock and reach the gold. This is where the eye in the sky comes into play. Parker Schnabel and his team enlist the help of a drone to help them identify potential gold-rich locations. The drone is equipped with a high-resolution camera that can capture detailed visuals of the ground from high above. This gives the miners a unique perspective of the terrain, allowing them to spot hidden pockets of gold that would otherwise go unnoticed.

As Parker's team searches for gold from above, Tony Beets and his crew are making repairs to their dredge. Despite working in extreme conditions, the crew manages to fix the dredge and is back in business. However, when the dredge returns to work, Tony realizes that the gold yield is lower than expected. He decides to take matters into his own hands and makes a risky decision that could either result in a huge payoff or complete disaster.

Meanwhile, Todd Hoffman and his team are struggling to make progress in their search for gold. They are still in the process of establishing a new mine and have yet to find any significant deposits. Todd decides to take a risk and move the entire operation to a new location. However, the move proves to be a challenge as they are forced to transport all their heavy machinery across rough terrain. With time running out, Todd and his crew must work quickly if they want to reach the new location before the snow sets in.

The episode is filled with tension and drama as the miners race against time to find gold before the winter months set in. With machines breaking down and setbacks at every turn, the miners must rely on their ingenuity and determination to succeed. The use of the drone adds a new element of excitement to the show, giving viewers a bird's eye view of the Klondike terrain. The episode is a testament to the risks and rewards of gold mining, and the resilience of those who choose to pursue this perilous profession.