Emily saves Zeke from a generator fire; Kris strikes a bargain with the last willing claim owner in Nome; George loses his ace diver and brings his son, Landen, up to dredge in the dangerous Bering Sea.

The Pomrenkes battle land and sea to vie for new gold-rich mining ground; Zeke and Emily risk life and careers in a dangerous boating maneuver; Kris has one last chance to prove his mining skill if he wants to stay in Nome.