: Todd Hoffman is under intense financial strain, needing to produce 100 ounces of gold to satisfy his investor or risk being shut down completely.
In this episode, finally uncovers a two-year-old mystery regarding Smith Creek . The discovery coincides with a significant revelation from his grandfather, John Schnabel . Meanwhile, the other crews face critical pressure: [S3E8] Up Smith Creek
Season 3, Episode 9 (often grouped with Episode 8 in guides) Discovery Channel Alaska: Season 3, Episode 8 - Gold Rush - Rotten Tomatoes : Todd Hoffman is under intense financial strain,