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California's Rich Pocket Mines
February 2010 by Chris Ralph
The seven geologic indicators... are important concepts for prospectors to focus on when searching for gold pockets.
Ask the Experts: Something for everyone...
Q: Can you suggest some family and dog friendly vacation spots in California where I can also do some sniping?
Mining Claims: Breaking All The Commandments
So, I took the plunge. I decided on the maximum I would pay for the claim, then placed my bid. A day later I received a congratulations e-mail that I was the high bidder, and oh, by the way, send us your money.
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MMAC Update
... officials with BLM have been impressed by MMAC’s professional approach and consistency.
Looking Back
Excerpts from California Mining Journal, our original title, published 50 years ago this month.
Ask The Experts - Could I stake out a 20-acre claim with a waterway running through it just as I would a lode claim?
Q: Could I stake out a 20-acre claim with a waterway running through it just as I would a lode claim?
Feds Sue California over Sales of Public Lands
They cited concerns that the Trump administration would allow more logging, oil drilling, mining or development on some of the 46 million acres controlled by the federal government in California.
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