The scientists continue to look for gold in New Zealand, following in the footsteps of the original prospectors from 1860.

Mike and Mike head off on their expedition in search of gold-bearing rockEllen McCallie helps make a waterproof tent to keep Mike Bullivant and Mike Leahy dry on their overnight expedition in search of gold-bearing rock. And Kathy Sykes and Jonathan Hare make a seismograph using alarm clocks to measure earthquake activity in the area.

"Rough Science" is the thinking person's reality show. The series takes a group of highly skilled scientists, drops them in a remote location and presents them with a series of challenges, all designed to test the practical side of their disciplines. In the engaging second season of the series, the tasks confronting the scientists revolve around a quest for gold in New Zealand and mastering space in the Arizona desert.

Note: This is part 3 of a series of 6 parts.