Ep 1. Head Start

In the season 4 premiere episode of Jade Fever titled "Head Start," the mining crew returns to Cassiar, British Columbia, to begin another season of searching for valuable jade deposits. The team is eager to hit the ground running, and they waste no time unloading their equipment and setting up their campsite.

However, they soon realize that they have some tough competition this year, as another jade mining operation has set up shop nearby. This rival team seems to be well-funded and well-equipped, and it becomes clear that they will be a force to be reckoned with.

Despite this setback, the Cassiar crew is determined to stay ahead of the competition and is eager to get their first dig underway. They decide to start with a patch of land that they had previously identified as having high potential for yielding jade deposits.

As they begin their digging process, tensions run high as the crew members debate on the best methods for extracting the valuable jade. Some team members believe that the traditional technique of hand mining is the most effective, while others argue that using heavy machinery is the way to go.

Amidst all the arguing and tension, Jade Fever season 4 episode 1 offers a glimpse into the personal lives of the crew members. Claudia and Robin's relationship seems to be on shaky ground, and Chris and Josh are at each other's throats over the best way to extract the jade.

Despite these interpersonal challenges, the team manages to extract some promising-looking jade from their first dig. The team is excited about their initial success but also knows that they have a long road ahead of them.

Meanwhile, the rival mining operation's presence is felt more acutely than ever. The crew begins to suspect that the other team is monitoring their progress and even poaching their mining locations. The team must devise a plan to protect their claim and stay ahead of the competition.

Jade Fever season 4 episode 1 delivers a thrilling start to the new season. The tension is high, the stakes are even higher, and the crew is more determined than ever. With the promise of valuable jade deposits and the threat of rival mining operations, this season is sure to be packed with excitement and adventure.