On Discovery’s The Last Woodsmen, the pursuit of profit often leads to a dance with danger. In the upcoming episode, “Deadly Waters,” the crew finds themselves grappling with treacherous currents and precarious slopes, all in the name of securing a hefty payday. With the logging season dwindling, the pressure mounts to capitalize on every remaining opportunity, no matter how risky.
Jared Douglas, tasked with transporting a staggering $200,000 worth of timber, enlists Dave’s assistance for a high-stakes river run down the aptly named Grizzly River. It’s a gamble that could either yield a substantial return or result in a catastrophic loss. Meanwhile, fallers Chris and Jeff confront a different set of challenges, navigating steep, treacherous terrain in their search for valuable trees. Their work demands precision and nerve, as a single misstep could have dire consequences.
The Last Woodsmen doesn’t shy away from depicting the harsh realities of this demanding profession. Operating from a floating barge, miles from civilization, the crew relies on a mix of traditional tools and modern machinery. The show emphasizes the isolation and challenges of their environment, where each tree felled represents not just lumber, but a potential windfall – individual specimens can be worth up to $70,000. “Deadly Waters” looks set to underscore the precarious nature of their livelihood, where profit and peril are often intertwined, and the margin for error is razor-thin.
The Last Woodsmen airs Fridays at 9:00 PM ET on Discovery.
