About this season
Prospectors follows a group of miners searching for the rarest gems in order to strike it rich. They risk life and limb daily as they face extreme climates, weather and other perilous conditions in every step of their pursuit.
Episodes (10)
1. Ridin' the Pain Train
Aired 7 December 2014
Life on the mountain has never been as hard! Follow our favorite gem hounds as they face tornadoes, claim jumpers and so much on the all new season of Prospectors!
2. Poppin' Rocks
Aired 14 December 2014
Rich risks being buried alive while working beneath an overhang. The Cardwells use an excavator on Mount Antero. The Dorrises' operating costs may exceed their earnings Dwayne's discovery could make history.
3. Tommyknockers
Aired 21 December 2014
Brian saves the day on Mount Antero. The Dorrises discover rare specimens. Dwayne's dreams come true. Amanda finds her site vandalized and later senses the presence of a mythical Tommyknocker.
4. Night Shift
Aired 28 December 2014
Amanda looks for topaz. The Busses hunt for aquamarine at night. The Cardwells suspect they've got company at their camp. Dwayne teaches his grandson the tricks of his trade.
5. Money Pit
Aired 4 January 2015
Rich gets soaked in the rain while digging for topaz. Brian suffers an injury that could end his season. The Dorrises use explosives to reach gems underground. Amanda tries to stay focused in the presence of an unwanted visitor.
6. Lightning Rod
Aired 11 January 2015
The Dorrises set off another blast at their famed amazonite claim. The Cardwells have a hair-raising, life-threatening experience, and it's Homer's last hurrah with Dwayne.
7. Rain, Rain, Go Away
Aired 18 January 2015
The Busses deal with hail while digging for aquamarine. The Dorries try to avoid cave-ins on their quest for fluorite. Dwayne's friend brings beginner's luck. Amanda mulls her future on Mount Antero.
8. Payday Stone
Aired 25 January 2015
Brian looks for aquamarine that could be the biggest haul of the year for the Busses. Travis searches for a surprise for Amanda's wedding ring. Rich and the Dorrises hunt for topaz before the gem shows.
9. Million Dollar Rocks
Aired 1 February 2015
The Busses go underground to find gold. Dwayne carves a statue of Mount Antero's namesake, Chief Antero of the Uintah band of Utes. The Dorrises reveal their largest amazonite and smoky quartz combination. The Cardwells find their biggest pocket yet.
10. Topaz Envy
Aired 8 February 2015
Rich gets good news at the gem shows. Dwayne makes what could be his last trip to the Blue Rose. The Dorrises leave their machines to look for aquamarine.