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Claim Access 658 1
Started by Kenaslan
I wanted to go try a claim, however I have been told by the local gpaa chapter that the neighbor has blocked a public road, the only access into the claim, and posted no trespassing signs. How do I access the claim Bolt cutters
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by joseph Loyd  26 Aug 2018 03:46 PM |
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3 Replies and 811 Views
Why I voluteered to be a State Director and why we need more 811 3
Started by Hannover
The man to my left is a close friend. We met getting water for our cisterns at the pump site. He had just retired from the Army after 33 years of service, two tours in Afghanistan, and one in Iraq. He like myself moved off the grid because a great deal of civilians are complete idiots and hard to be around, we both have our own form of PTSD but speaking the same language having both being Army we developed a bond. I taught him how to pan like I do with a lot of kids and it is a dying art...
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by joseph Loyd 26 Aug 2018 03:40 PM |
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10 Replies and 5790 Views
I may be gone for a bit! 5790 10
Started by Hannover
I took a hard fall backwards down a mountain and woke up in a pile of rocks trying to figure out how to get out, at the time I was inverted. In that incident I broke my elbow and left wrist but figured out how to get unpinned and get back up. I did not realize that I had been unconscious for some time. The next day coming up I got bit by a Rattlesnake and it should have killed me, but some how I survived and got to keep my leg without anti-venom.
A few months go by...
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by joseph Loyd 26 Aug 2018 03:30 PM |
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20 Replies and 5704 Views
What to do with all the lead? 5704 20
Started by MtnPipr
So, one thing I enjoy about panning is that, even when I do not find any shinies (which is the majority of the time), I am collecting a ton of lead (birdshot, bullets, and fishing weights) out of the creeks, rivers, and ground, which is good for the environment.
But, I now have a ton (figuratively) of the stuff and, if I just pitch it in the bin, isn't that the same thing as just putting it back in the river (more or less from an environmental standard)
When I flyfish, I keep my cut line and ...
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by William Barlow 22 Aug 2018 01:02 AM |
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1 Replies and 697 Views
Roads and non-roads 697 1
Started by Kaupasetic
I am wanting to use a claim up above Placerville, CO.
This is how it is listed on the site:
San Miguel, CO
204.41 Acres
Land Status: BLM Claim
Can I drive off the roadway and drive onto the claim lands where there are no marked roadways. If it is safe to do so (safe for my vehicle) am I allowed to drive wherever I please if it is not destroying property
Thanks.
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by ARTHUR WAUGH 20 Aug 2018 07:23 AM |
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14 Replies and 10904 Views
HOMACK 1-3 Idaho Springs CO Claim 10904 14
Started by Ryanmahan5
Can anyone tell me some information about Homack Claim i went to the claim today and there was a no trespassing sign on this gate i have the gpaa permit cards wasn't sure if i was able to be on there
Thanks
ryan
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by Mark Berke 15 Aug 2018 07:21 AM |
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1 Replies and 1143 Views
Spam in PM's 1143 1
Started by goldhammer
Over the weekend recieved a PM from an Evan Swaak. Stated I had interest in buying claims and directed me to their new website for buying and selling claims. Have never stated anything of the kind here or anywhere. If I want a claim, I'll file one.
Getting bad when spam goes from emails to PM's.
Just wondering how many others got hit with this crap
Hope the powers that be eliminate his forum privilges for thai kind of behavior
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by WILLIAM HALL 13 Aug 2018 03:49 PM |
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2 Replies and 2049 Views
Ca dredging ban 2049 2
Started by Dm03
Does anyone know if there are any updates regarding dredging in ca. I have been looki g for updates since feb and can’t find anything new.
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by joseph Loyd 11 Aug 2018 01:42 PM |
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0 Replies and 723 Views
Mystery Creek Gold 723 0
Started by smithsgold@aol.com
Mystery Creek Gold
Join Jeff as he goes on a hike to a small Creek to check and see if there's any Gold in it !!!
https://youtu.be/uFAvTHyfdeA
Thanks for watching,
Jeff
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10 Aug 2018 12:48 PM |
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2 Replies and 1966 Views
Green Horn from Southern Calif 1966 2
Started by OBG247
Work has finally let up enough for me to get out more. This is my first year prospecting and i would like to learn as much as I can about prospecting so I can pass it on down to my youngins'.
I'm 35, A Millwright by trade so I already work my hiny off for a living, but now I'm geared up and ready to DIG!
Inventory is as follows- 2 Fisher Gold bug 2's & all the necessary accessories, a Royal explorer drywasher and blower, picks, pans classifer screens * spell check is broke I gue...
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by Gilbert Ruiz 08 Aug 2018 07:05 PM |
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12 Replies and 5287 Views
Heading to Colorado 5287 12
Started by Oldcountry
I joined the GPAA last year and this is my first time to post anything on here. I apologize if this is posted in the wrong place. My girlfriend and I are heading to Colorado from south Texas for a “scenic tour”. We will be in the Durango, Silverton, Montrose area on the 11th and 12th of August. Anyone who might be prospecting in those areas and who might be interested in some free labor and willing to teach someone who is brand new and completely green, just shoot me a message and we can see...
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by Chuck Dixon 07 Aug 2018 07:02 PM |
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6 Replies and 2966 Views
opinions of access to claims 2966 6
Started by blackchipjim
Hello to all, I'm trying to get a read on some of the suggested routes and requirements that it takes to get to the claims. In Arizona the rocky and be real rocky and sandy can be deep sandy in the washes. I know the rental companies say no go on off road adventures but that is a definition. I've been reading the access points that some of the gentlemen have added to the claims and the pictures are a added value to say the least. I have done off road driving before but nothing...
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by WALTER EASON 07 Aug 2018 07:08 AM |
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5 Replies and 2756 Views
High Sierra Gold 2756 5
Started by smithsgold@aol.com
High Sierra Gold
Join Jeff and Mike as they look for Gold and Treasure in the High Sierra's , Watch as Jeff finds a .45 Gram nugget.
https://youtu.be/D1ZU46z60QI
Hope you enjoyed the video and thanks for watching,
Jeff
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by JEFF SMITH 03 Aug 2018 09:33 AM |
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0 Replies and 476 Views
Greaterville claims 476 0
Started by bradhatt
Does anyone have better directions to the Greaterville claims I spent a day out there and finally stumbled upon Friendship. The map in the 2014 guide is not that clear.Hopefully the maps in the new guide are much better. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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01 Aug 2018 04:18 PM |
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6 Replies and 2164 Views
Trip to Little Miami 2164 6
Started by Mistman
Went to Georgia to do a little highbanking, got snowed in for several days, was unable to do any highbanking. Got back home to Ohio and had that itch I just had to scratch, so I went to the Little Miami. About 3 hours of running, ended up with some nice gold and a big fossil. Will be grateful to anyone who can help identify the fossil.
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by LOU LYONS 31 Jul 2018 07:55 AM |
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1 Replies and 911 Views
Hand dredges in California 911 1
Started by Dm03
Hey everyone, are hand suction dredges legal in California I have not been able to find much info but from what I have heard it is legal if it’s Manual and not connected to a sluice box. Any input would be greatly appreciated
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by Dennis Lynch 28 Jul 2018 07:52 AM |
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5 Replies and 1084 Views
Same Claim 2 Owners 2 Names? 1084 5
Started by Captain Debris
I was researching the Nancy's Gold claim today and I found something funny, the exact same 30 acre location is also 1/2 of a 60 acre claim called Holy Moly, both claims are listed as valid surface Placer claims with different owners. How is this possible The most easy way to see it is on The Diggings site. Click the map link to open a larger map with clear claim lines. Or am I missing something
Here's 'Nancy's Gold' https://thediggings.com/mines/camc298571
Here's 'Holy Moly' on t...
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by ARTHUR WAUGH 27 Jul 2018 02:46 PM |
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0 Replies and 628 Views
Assay lab? 628 0
Started by jlocke1970
I was curious if anyone has any experience with Reed Laboratory in California I'm considering sending a sample in for analysis .
I apologize if this should have been posted in another area. I really couldn't see where else would have been better. Thanks for any insight or opinions.
Jim
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23 Jul 2018 05:20 PM |
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4 Replies and 1442 Views
How to post photos? 1442 4
Started by MtnPipr
Hi All,
I still cannot figure out how to upload a photo into a posting. Figured out how to upload my image for the icon, but not this other.
Also, tried searching but could not find instruction there either (likely my fault since there were a ton of hits on the search and I gave up after about 15 or so).
Thank you in advance!
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by Dennis Lynch 23 Jul 2018 09:16 AM |
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34 Replies and 5897 Views
No Claim Markers? 5897 34
Started by Captain Debris
I am a new member here in Northern California and have been to two claims so far. Both were unmarked in any way I could find. Most notably at the entry points, No notices of federal mining claim were anywhere to be found. The BLM land office in El Dorado Hills has told me unmarked claims are considered unprotected by them. On the Lady Bug claim there is an obvious public entry point with no claim signs and on S Able Granma there is a 4x4 road to a well developed camp site that also has no markin...
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by LEO LORENZ 22 Jul 2018 04:33 PM |
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4 Replies and 1643 Views
New Dredge Need A Location 1643 4
Started by AuLmtLss
I would like to put my 4” in the water but have been searching locations and dealing with who or how to file for permit. Also new to prospecting but have all the required equipment. Looking to meet new people and possibly someone to do dredging weekend or week trips with. Two dredges are better than one. Trying to figure this forum and service out as well. If there is a way to private message each other please feel free to do so. Sorry I’m advamce if I shouldn’t have made this post again new ...
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by Leonard Marella 22 Jul 2018 09:21 AM |
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3 Replies and 1182 Views
Newbie here, what’s in my pan? 1182 3
Started by Dm03
Hey everyone I joined the club a few days ago and love all the info here. I went sluicing near auburn ca a few days ago and after panning the material there is a bit of gold and silver looking material. What exactly is this silver material It moves with the gold flakes and all I have left is some gold and this silver stuff.
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by ARTHUR WAUGH 18 Jul 2018 04:22 PM |
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4 Replies and 3656 Views
Latest Greenhorn Says Hello 3656 4
Started by Afab67
Hi Folks.
Just joined the GPAA today. I live in the great gold prospecting State of Florida. However, I do get make trips to Georgia and the Carolinas a few times a year so I am looking forward to getting expert at panning with time. My last visit to Dahlonega got me hooked.
While in Florida, I spend my time urban prospecting for gold jewelry, usually at the beaches.
Just wanted to say hello and that I look forward to learning this hobby even better through the GPAA.
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by WARREN WYMAN 18 Jul 2018 01:50 PM |
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3 Replies and 1812 Views
Need Clarification 1812 3
Started by Maryk
Need clarification on some of the areas where you cannot dig/dredge on the banks of rivers. Does this include no digging on the inside corner rock piles that are above the water line Thank you.
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by RICHARD KERSTENS 12 Jul 2018 03:05 PM |
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7 Replies and 3442 Views
Sluice advice please 3442 7
Started by justins_iphone@ymail.com
I am running a 50” sluice with 2-1/2' high, 9-1/4' wide with a 13-1/4' flange has carpet & miner moss and the metal ramps(not sure what they are actually call). Please correct me if I have bad info, I have read to set with up any where from 4 degrees to 10 degrees pending gold loss and to pan a tailings pile to make sure minimum/no gold loss. I was out this weekend with some success however I kept running into it would take a very long time to run my material through my sluice.... I tried a ste...
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by JUSTIN MORALES 09 Jul 2018 11:02 AM |