GPAA local chapter launches petition to fight road closures

GPAA State Director Joe Demaree is asking for help in gathering signatures to fight federal government road closures in Alaska. Here is the link to the petition: SIGN PETITION HERE

Proposed regulations send up red flags over law enforcement

When I read California’s newly proposed suction dredge regulations, I immediately began to see red flags. My law enforcement background and sense of justice were sounding a red alert. Although I’m not yet a suction dredge miner, I am a miner and these proposed regulations are just plain wrong — and unjust. As a former law enforcement officer, I can easily recognize the threats to miners contained in these proposed regulations and their intent.

Prospectors advised to document any and all encounters with the law

Are you hobbyist?  A recreational miner?  A prospector?  A miner? What’s the difference? While a rose by any other name may smell as sweet, the only individuals listed above that have federally granted rights are prospectors and miners.

Public Lands for the People, spent a day in court this week in support of its lawsuit against US Forest Service road closures that are preventing miners from accessing their claims in the Eldorado National Forest.

The U.S. Forest Service is proposing a project that would provide overnight camping and reduce the impact on the scenic views and resources on pubic lands within the Yuba River Ranger District.

You need to be prepared if you are If you are challenged by a government representative or public servant while prospecting.

Before hiking or prospecting, it is always a good idea to pick up a map ahead of time from the Bureau of Land Management or the National Park Service and research areas that are public and private.

Federal Judge Morrison England did not rule on the merits of the Public Lands for the People (PLP) vs. California Senate Bill 670 (SB 670) case on Feb. 26.

In a setback for suction dredging rights, Federal Judge Morrison England did not rule on the merits of the Public Lands for the People (PLP) vs. California Senate Bill 670 (SB 670) case on Friday.

The preliminary injunction hearing against California Senate Bill 67 has been postponed by the court until March 25.