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Detecting In Arizona 44912 54
Started by Theace115@gmail.com
Good afternoon from Arizona,
I am a resident of Tucson and have been here my whole life. I went down by Arivaca and got lucky and found about 9 grams in about 3 hours. I have been on a dry streak and need to get wet again. I want to try detecting in a more prosperous area. Can anybody recommend some claims in Arizona preferably SOUTH of Flagstaff that have been know to produce detectable nuggets I am brand new to GPAA and still learning the ropes and protocol and ...
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by Alex Pratt  19 Nov 2018 02:11 PM |
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Gold Monster Questions? 6025 2
Started by Nugget Shooter
I am here to help and this is one of a series of training on Minelab's Gold Monster 10000, Once you understand it you will have trouble putting it down... This is a YouTube link, copy and paste into your browser.
https://youtu.be/_OJW9HMvQ48
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by WILLIAM SOUTHERN 17 Oct 2018 08:10 AM |
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Detector coil test using gold bug pro and x terra 70 1561 0
Started by pyrography10178@yahoo.com
So I designed a test to see where under my coils I was actually detecting using bird shot as an example taped to a card with target lines. I made two videos of the test using two different styles of coils to help gpaa members and others with their detecting. I set up both detectors for general detecting. If I was going to be in one spot I would set up my detector hotter or more sensitive. Here are the links. Just copy and paste onto your search bar. https://youtu.be/2ghFniLuRnM https://yout...
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25 Aug 2018 02:10 PM |
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3 Replies and 19908 Views
Burnt River, Oregon 19908 3
Started by geroldpersonett@gmail.com
I'm going to be heading to eastern Oregon in August to do some metal detecting. I have a 3 day pass for the LDMA Blue Bucket camp and I'm going to check out the 3 GPAA claims on Burnt river. I'll be using a Goldbug2 and I'll be looking for the real small gold. Has any one metal detected on the Blue Bucket camp or any of the GPAA claims on Burnt river. I've had a hard time finding any information or comments from people metal detecting these areas.
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by GEROLD PERSONETT 14 Aug 2018 08:44 AM |
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3 Replies and 15955 Views
Search coils 15955 3
Started by texsmith2412@gmail.com
Hey all Got a coil question for you guys. I've always done well in hard hit areas with a 8 inch coil. I generally use a 14 inch coiltek elite and switch to a 8 inch mono commander from mine lab.It really rocks in tight places and on small gold the bigger coils miss.When out last week I switched over to the 8 inch in an area that was really tight with rocks and brush and it freaked out on me. I put it off as interference or something inside the coil cover ( which has tape on the seam). I too...
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by LEO LORENZ 21 Jun 2018 07:11 AM |
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you tube channel for prospectors and kids 1437 0
Started by elkslayer
Greetings fellow GPAA members. I am a member from Montana. About twice a week Elmo and I go out Metal Detecting in the Mountains of Montana. We record our adventures and put them on YouTube. We will be doing some educational videos soon on how we process our samples from dirt in the ground to dirt in a glass vial...Currently we are hitting multiple sites to find one to focus on. We find old cabins from the 1800's on almost every trip. Elmo even found a 65 million year old sea shell on the contin...
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11 Jun 2018 04:29 PM |
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8 Replies and 18214 Views
I am starting to get a fever again, GOLD FEVER that is... 18214 8
Started by Dixie_Desert_Digger
So starting to think more and more of trying some nugget shooting again. I have been so focused on my usual relic hunting since my last nugget shooting adventure in the Arizona Gold Basin last November (2016) that I am thinking a break from it will be nice. Frankly, I haven't paid any attention to the GPAA since my last gold hunt that I am not sure what if any changes have taken place... Did we ever get an online Claims Guide Any changes to the Gold Basin Claims or any new claims in between Go...
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by Michael Smart 18 Apr 2018 05:19 PM |
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0 Replies and 1649 Views
Texas Treasure Show 1649 0
Started by barbarosa303@gmail.com
The Texas Association of Metal Detecting Clubs will be hosting the annual expo in Temple, TX, at the Mayborne Convention & Activity Center, 3303 North 3rd Street, Full details available at Http://www.tamdc.org
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12 Apr 2018 12:26 PM |
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0 Replies and 1269 Views
Texas Treasure Show 1269 0
Started by barbarosa303@gmail.com
The Texas Association of Metal Detecting Clubs will be hosting the annual expo in Temple, TX, at the Mayborne Convention & Activity Center, 3303 North 3rd Street, Full details available at Http://www.tamdc.org
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12 Apr 2018 12:26 PM |
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1 Replies and 5281 Views
Garret At Gold 5281 1
Started by rezz901
My father in law purchased the family a Garret 400. It has been fun and EZ to use. I have since caught a bit if a bug and want to chase NUGGETS!! Can anyone tell me if this is a good unit for gold and if it has been successful.
Thank you
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by ALBERT REITZ 05 Apr 2018 07:55 PM |
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3 Replies and 13041 Views
Garrett ATX (Y or N) 13041 3
Started by Rul3NoExcuses@gmail.com
....ok...open for discussion....im thinking about eventually getting the Garrett ATX Deepseeker Package...but id like to know your personal thoughts/thoughts/opinions.....leave a msg....tell me what ya think Thank you - Garrett Hook
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by Dale Ficquette 18 Mar 2018 12:13 PM |
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2 Replies and 2042 Views
Tnx Walt. 2042 2
Started by terry_cieszki@yahoo.com
Recently, I talked to Walt Eason about the inaccurate Lat/Lon at the ADK in the MG. I also found a claim jumper and family up there. Walt suggested I handle such encounters by allowing the jumper to look and if he likes what he finds, join the GPAA club. That is a genius stroke of salesmanship, Walt. That is how I will handle future meetings. Tnx. ╦╦Ç
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by Terrance Cieszki 03 Mar 2018 12:31 PM |
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6 Replies and 4151 Views
Stanton Area 4151 6
Started by terry_cieszki@yahoo.com
Anyone hunting the Stanton area I will be moving back to Yarnell. I've hunted the area for years. I'd like to trade info and game plans. ╦╦Ç
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by Terrance Cieszki 22 Feb 2018 10:04 AM |
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3 Replies and 6166 Views
Going to Arizona 6166 3
Started by tfowlkes3@comcast.net
Heading to Arizona 2 March - 9 March. Looking for some good places to go to do some metal detecting. Any help would be appreciated.
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by Gary Whited 20 Feb 2018 05:28 PM |
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3 Replies and 2046 Views
Quartz vein 2046 3
Started by geroldpersonett@gmail.com
I use a Goldbug2 with a 5' coil and I'm finding a lot of small pieces of wire about the size of course hair, sizes from 1/8' long up to an inch long. I've found them in AZ on the Vulture Bait claim and in CA on the ADK claim. At first I figured it was just old timer trash, but last week I was MD the Vulture Bait claim and found an area of exposed mineralized quartz and the vein seemed to be full of this wire. Does anyone have any thoughts on this or is it just old t...
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by GEROLD PERSONETT 20 Feb 2018 03:51 PM |
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0 Replies and 1400 Views
Whites Goldmaster II 1400 0
Started by rattrap325@yahoo.com
Does anyone still use this detector
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09 Feb 2018 08:18 PM |
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5 Replies and 26751 Views
Gold Monster 1000 26751 5
Started by NevadaCoyote
Anyone have any thoughts or time in on this detector. I just got one and have used it in my yard. It seems to do well.
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by Tommy Cartwright 25 Jan 2018 05:34 AM |
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2 Replies and 28241 Views
ADK Claim 40 or 160 acres 28241 2
Started by geroldpersonett@gmail.com
I was metal detecting the ADK claim in S. CA. a few weeks ago (found my first desert gold, 3 small pieces) is this a 40 or 160 acre claim In the MG it says 40 acres but here in claim info. it states 160 acres, not sure if they have ADK and 6 Feet under claims acres mixed up. 6 Feet Under in the MG says it's a 160 acres. I'm planning on heading that way again in February and want to work both these claims but would like to know the size of them.
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by GEROLD PERSONETT 29 Nov 2017 09:54 AM |
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8 Replies and 30750 Views
Gold Bug 2 vs Gold Bug Pro 30750 8
Started by T&D
Recent move to north Phoenix, Arizona, and new to desert mining. My Background is river sluicing, crevicing, sniping, and a little dredging. I recently tried sampling on a GPAA claim, and felt way out of my element/comfort zone. I found the dry dirt, dust, and dealing with clay a little challenging. However, I do love hiking, exploring and sampling, so I thought I'd give metal detecting a shot for small and shallow gold. ...
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by Steve Jacobson 07 Oct 2017 04:51 PM |
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2 Replies and 26887 Views
Looking for a new set of headphones. 26887 2
Started by Gold Prospector
I am looking for a new set of headphones for my detector and my question is what headphones do you prefer and why is this set better than the others
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by ARTHUR WAUGH 20 Aug 2017 02:28 PM |
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17 Aug 2017 11:38 PM |
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3 Replies and 17754 Views
Minelab GPX-5000 17754 3
Started by dwf4646@gmail.com
Let's say I have up to $4000 to spend. I am wondering if there is any reason NOT to buy a GPX-5000. I understand that it would not have the ability of tiny size detection of the GB2, or the depth of the GPZ, but those obvious limitations aside, any thoughts I would be using it everywhere but in water. Thanks!
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by CHRISTOPHER SATKOWSKI 06 Jul 2017 10:42 AM |
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4 Replies and 7487 Views
Minelab Eureka Gold 7487 4
Started by Hangash
Just purchased a Minelab Eureka Gold this year. Absolutely love it. Very fast signal response and an excellent detector in even the trashiest of areas. It's discrimination is unsurpassable. Well worth the 800$. And then to boot the stock coils is a little champ getting into those cracks and crevices. Lots of gold to be found with this detector. Always buy a new detector from a certified dealer so you know your getting a quality machine. I purchased mine on eBay for 800$. Then I purchased a pair...
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by Dustin Openshaw 27 Jun 2017 10:46 PM |
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'Noble' elk hunt, but did find many old mines! 6733 2
Started by cw@kalisoft.com
Whilst chasing elk I have found and GPS'd many old tailings piles and cabins. Thought I would take the ebike and put together an adventure. I have never used a metal detector so looking for some suggestions. I am leaning toward a Garrett ATX.
Is this light enough What size coil package Any other suggestions for metal detector I like to keep it simple if possible. I think most of my shooting will be in loose tailings.
Thinking I might do some panning too. Might have to bring in a small plast...
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by Chris West 22 Jun 2017 07:59 AM |
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2 Replies and 6070 Views
Georgia Metal Detecting HELP 6070 2
Started by peluffo
Hi,
I recently bought a Metal Detector, Can somebody tell me some places where actually we could use the metal detector in Georgia. I live in the Dunwoody area.
I was some days ago in the GPAA Gold Mine located in dahlonega but I thinks that is just for panning and not for use the Metal Detector. I'm new to this hobbie but I wish to use my new toy I really appreciate any help.
I'm interested in gold, silver and any antique hunt.
Thanks,
Isilio
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by TIM LEIBEL 04 Jun 2017 07:30 AM |