Prospecting & Detecting
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November 2012 by Chris Ralph
Heading for Australia to metal detect for gold. Tips? Suggestions?Additional articles that might interest you...
Hundreds Rally in Support of PLP Octoberfest Fundraiser
December 2014
...more folks rolled in on Saturday morning and many were eager to venture out onto the Sleepy Bear property—all 415 acres—and try their luck at finding some gold.
...more folks rolled in on Saturday morning and many were eager to venture out onto the Sleepy Bear property—all 415 acres—and try their luck at finding some gold.
Arizona's Youngest...and Oldest Prospector
June 2014
I started with, "Hey, Rusty, tell me about the time..." and that was all it took.
I started with, "Hey, Rusty, tell me about the time..." and that was all it took.
Old Patch, New Detector
March 2017
I have been detecting the area on and off since I discovered it. Every time I bought a new detector it was the first place I went to.
I have been detecting the area on and off since I discovered it. Every time I bought a new detector it was the first place I went to.
Where to Find Gold in Indiana—Part II
January 2012
Part I of the article addressed modern placer gold deposits. This second installment will address “ancient” flood deposits.
Part I of the article addressed modern placer gold deposits. This second installment will address “ancient” flood deposits.
Detecting for Gold—Finding Nuggets Where You Least Expect Them
September 2012
Many friends have come up to my locale to detect for gold. I am writing this article hoping that it may help anyone who uses a detector to prospect for gold nuggets.
Many friends have come up to my locale to detect for gold. I am writing this article hoping that it may help anyone who uses a detector to prospect for gold nuggets.
Ask the Experts
September 2014
• Using drywashers to work desert gravels
• Using drywashers to work desert gravels
Hunting for Gold in the Quartzsite Area of Western Arizona
October 2013
Winters are a great time to explore the hills in the area of the Middle Camp, Oro Fino and La Cholla placers on the southern flank of the Dome Rock Mountains.
Winters are a great time to explore the hills in the area of the Middle Camp, Oro Fino and La Cholla placers on the southern flank of the Dome Rock Mountains.
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