Ep 3. Big Drills, Big Deals

In the third episode of Turquoise Fever season 1, titled "Big Drills, Big Deals," viewers are taken on a thrilling ride as the Otteson family continues their search for valuable turquoise deposits in Nevada's vast desert. With the stakes higher than ever before, the family realizes the importance of having big drills to dig deeper into the earth and uncover prized treasure.

The episode begins with the Ottesons setting up their drilling rig, which was purchased at a hefty price tag of over $400,000. The family is immediately impressed with the machinery as they prepare to drill a hole in their latest prospect. The drill is filled with special equipment that will help them detect if there is any turquoise present in the area they are drilling. However, the Ottesons soon discover that drilling for turquoise is no easy feat. Even with the high-tech equipment available, drilling deep into the earth is a time-consuming and grueling process.

As the family works tirelessly to operate the drill, tensions begin to rise between Turquoise Chief Joe and Trent Otteson. The two have different opinions on the direction the family should take in terms of their drilling strategy. Trent believes they should continue drilling in the same area, while Joe feels it's time to move onto a new location. This disagreement causes a rift between the two that threatens to tear the family apart.

Meanwhile, Bill Otteson continues his search for high-quality turquoise. He visits a local mine and investigates the various grades of turquoise available. The mine owner shows him a rare stone that is worth over $50,000, but Bill realizes that it's not of a quality that he's looking for. With the high prices of turquoise on the market, Bill knows that he needs to find high-quality stones in order to make a profit.

As the drilling continues, the Ottesons begin to encounter technical problems with their rig. The hydraulic system fails, causing the drill to stop working. This setback sends the family in a frenzy as they try to figure out what is wrong with the equipment. They start to worry that their investment was a mistake and that they may not be able to recover their expenses.

Despite the issues they faced, the Ottesons eventually strike gold (well, turquoise) and uncover a massive deposit of valuable turquoise. The find is worth around $100,000, making it the biggest discovery the family has ever made. The Ottesons, overjoyed with the discovery, celebrate their success and begin to plan out their next move.

The episode ends on a high note as the Ottesons come to terms with the fact that the high stakes of turquoise mining require big investments and big drills. They also realize that disagreements and setbacks are simply a part of the journey. With the family working together, they are confident that they can build a successful turquoise mining business and make a name for themselves in the industry.

In this episode, viewers are treated to an inside look at the intense world of turquoise mining in Nevada. The Ottesons' struggles and triumphs showcase the harsh realities of mining for precious gems. With the family's passion and determination, Turquoise Fever season 1 episode 3 offers an entertaining and educational watch for anyone interested in gemstone mining and the challenges that come with it.