Ronnie Adams and Timmy Aucoin Face the Final Countdown | Swamp People S16E15 “The Final 48”

In Swamp People Season 16, Episode 15 (“The Final 48”), which originally aired on April 17, 2024, veteran gator hunter Ronnie Adams and his trusted partner Timmy Aucoin find themselves in a high-pressure race near Pierre Part, Louisiana, with just 48 hours left in the season and 19 tags still unfilled. With severe weather looming and a demanding landowner expecting results, the stakes are sky-high.

“I wanna finish with a bang,” Ronnie declares. “I don’t want Timmy chancing losing his tags.”

Fog, Frustration, and First Wins

The day begins in thick morning fog, a fitting curtain to a season filled with setbacks. But as the sun breaks through, Ronnie and Timmy quickly hook a massive gator tangled in the lines—starting the day with a powerful ten-footer.

“Look at that dinosaur!” Ronnie shouts as the boat rocks with the fight.

The successful pull sets the tone for a long and hard day on the water.

Tag After Tag, Foot by Foot

Multiple eight- to ten-foot alligators are caught one after the other, each one a hard-earned victory. Ronnie constantly emphasizes the value of each tag—not just for profit, but for maintaining their tag quota with landowners.

“Every tag is money… If we don’t fill ‘em, we might not get ‘em next year,” Ronnie warns.

As the day wears on, their energy dips but urgency rises. They know that missing even a few tags could cost them dozens in the future.

High Pressure, Heavy Gators

Now down to only three tags, Ronnie and Timmy push deeper into the swamp, riding on fumes and focus. They land a colossal 12-footer, a moment that revitalizes their hopes. The monster gator turns the tide in their favor.

“We finally put a good gator in the boat,” Ronnie says. “I want to finish strong.”

Final Line, Final Gator

As darkness approaches, only one tag remains. Tension builds as they spot bubbles and movement near the final line. The last gator—another powerful 12-footer—fights hard, but Ronnie and Timmy deliver a perfect shot.

“Baby! Last tag. We are done!” Ronnie shouts, exhausted but thrilled.

Job Done, Pressure Off

Relief washes over the boat. The season ends not just with a complete tag-out but with record-size gators to show for it. It’s a moment of triumph for the seasoned swampers.

“We’re gonna make some good money because of that,” Timmy says.

“Another great year,” Ronnie adds, with Timmy affirming, “Yes sir.”