Prospecting & Detecting
A Few Pointers About Cracks and Crevices
October 2013 by Chris Ralph
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Strategies for Detecting Heavily Pounded Areas—Pt II
Look around for areas where you don’t see detector holes or drywasher piles and try your test hole at these spots to determine depth to bedrock.
High Sierra Gold
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Using Google Earth and Other Maps
Last month, one of our readers requested an article regarding the possible use of Google Earth for prospecting research. It was a good idea, so here it is.
How to Upgrade Your Pocket Plunger
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Comments on Gold Rush and Bering Sea Gold Series
The 316 Mining Company has not been all that successful, but does not ever seem to learn from their past mistakes.
Decoding Dredge Capacity
Some typical questions that you might consider asking yourself about purchasing a dredge might be…
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