The Curse of Oak Island: The Money Pit is Closer Than Ever

Rick Lagina: You know, what I propose at this point is somewhat of a ritual, but I think it’s appropriate, especially this year when we’ve achieved far more than we had hoped for, given the COVID situation. So, what I would ask is: Where do we go from here? I think it’s been a fantastic year. When you think about it, we’ve been to places searching where we probably wouldn’t have bothered before. And I’m really looking forward to going back to the swamp. I can’t wait to get stuck in.

To me, I feel like we’re on the right path, and as long as we keep going down and using the science to make informed decisions, we… you know, I don’t want to say we can’t lose, but I hope that we can get closer, if not find, what we’re looking for.

Marty Lagina: Yeah, if we keep up at this pace, I think we’re going to find this sucker eventually.

Rick Lagina: I think it’s progress on all fronts. There’s evidence of significant work done in the swamp, which could be the infrastructure used in the deposition. An optimistic new spot in the Money Pit to investigate. We’ve discovered and know a lot more about the features surrounding the Money Pit than we’ve known in the past. Like I said, progress on all fronts.

Marty Lagina: I’d say he’s all in. What would you say, Greg?

Greg Blankenship: Well, I think we had an amazing year, and I guess it’s time to take a break. We have a tremendous amount of data that we all need to go through. So, my hope for next year is that COVID is either a thing of the past or very manageable, so I can get out there a lot more and help you guys.

Marty Lagina: Well, most of what needs to be said has been said, Rick, so I’ll just say very succinctly: Silver in the water.

Narrator: So, we continue to dig—both figuratively for information and literally for this treasure—and that’s what we do.

Marty Lagina: I will say this: Tom and Rick were correct—there are answers in that swamp for sure. And again, something that’s indisputable is that if this had all been left to me, none of this would have been found. So, what does this really speak to? I think it really speaks to Rick Lagina’s persistence and leadership. He has been single-handedly leading us into this, and look at what we have. So, I think everybody should be proud of what we’ve done.

Rick Lagina: I know everybody is thinking this, and I just want to say it: We are truly impressed and honored to be led by you in this endeavor.

Marty Lagina: You’re here.

Rick Lagina: Yes.

Marty Lagina: Okay, well now I’m not going to be able to talk anymore because now I’m emotional. So now it’s all on you guys. It’s all true, I appreciate it, certainly.

Rick Lagina: For me, I think I can sum up how I feel in two words: humble and grateful. Humble because of the kind words that my brother articulated, I really, really appreciate that.

And humbled by the fact that we’ve been lucky enough to participate in this. It’s a wonderful story. It always will be. It belongs to each and every one of us because we’ve labored so mightily to try and solve it. And not only us, but Tom’s father, Dan, David, the people we’ve lost, and the people who have come before us long ago, to whom we owe a debt of gratitude.

And grateful for all of you because, as Marty said, you know, about leading—but you can’t lead if people don’t follow.

Marty Lagina: And we’ll follow you anywhere, mate. That’s why we’re here.

Rick Lagina: I appreciate it more than you know.

Marty Lagina: Okay, let’s get it done. Yeah, amen, good season. Well done, everyone. Yes, stay safe. See you guys—safe travels.

Narrator: This year went incredibly well, given the obstacles. Rick did a phenomenal job of pulling it together and really making significant discoveries, when at the start of this year, we thought we weren’t going to get on the island at all.

Marty Lagina: See you soon.

Rick Lagina: Oh, yeah, until next time.

Marty Lagina: Yep, until next time. It’s gratifying to see that team having produced what it did, and with these metals in the water analysis, we’ve got to be closing in on the treasure. It just can’t hide forever. If it’s still there, it can’t. We’re going to get it. See you guys.

Rick Lagina: I’ve said it before: I think the story of what happened here is the real treasure. And I think we’ve made significant progress. Are we closer to finding an actual physical treasure? I think the clues are adding up, and ultimately, we’ll get either ourselves there or someone there.

For more than two centuries, determined people have tirelessly worked to solve the Oak Island mystery. Most operated on a fervent faith that their efforts were worth it. Six men even gave their lives. Since he was just a young boy, Rick Lagina has also embodied a deeply held faith that something of incredible value lays buried on Oak Island.

But now, he and his brother Marty, along with their faithful team, have the scientific evidence. And as they move forward, might they also prove something much more profound? That solving the Oak Island mystery is their destiny?

Narrator: Oak Island, at some point, will be understood in its entirety. And I look forward to that day, and I hope it’s us.