Prospecting & Detecting
Late Fall Drywashing
January 2022 by Chris Ralph
Part of the good thing about this spot is that it is not that far from my home in the famous Virginia City mining district. Not everyone knows this, but the first discoveries around that area were gold placers.
Companion Gold

Dredging Backwards?

A Few Pointers About Cracks and Crevices

Introduction to Meteorites

Quartzsite Gives Up Some Big Gold
There is always an overwhelming feeling when finding gold of any size, but one like this doesn’t come along very often.
Back to Green Valley--With A Sluice
As I planned for my trips, I concentrated on how to lighten my pack yet still carry enough gear to make the trip productive and enjoyable.
Dry Washer, Wet System or Metal Detector?

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