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December 2018 by Staff

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Piggin' for Gold

May 2015
Take a look at the picture—it’s pretty simple and you can build it yourself.

The Suction Gold Dredging Fight Continues in California

July 2009
The story is similar to what has played out over the past several years. The Karuk Tribe of northern California, with the support of several environmental and fishing groups, sues the California Department of Fish & Game in an attempt to stop suction gold dredging in the state. At the same time, they find a state legislator sympathetic to their cause and persuade the legislator to introduce a bill to stop suction gold dredging.

The Vore Mine

July 2008
The price of gold has certainly raised some eyebrows and has prompted some new prospectors onto the scene. They are faced with the same problem that we old timers have—where to find the gold.

Legislative and Regulatory Update

October 2003
• Administration won't appeal latest ruling on Roadless Rule
• Improved forest management plan by year's end
• IBLA rules in favor of Cortez Gold Mine and BLM

Iron Ores and Iron Mining

September 2015
For more than 40 years, iron ore prices have been decided by private negotiations conducted between the largest of the iron miners and the largest steel producers. These two sides dominate both the spot and contract iron ore markets.

Forrest Fenn Treasure Chest Finally Found?

July 2020

Fenn posted photos of what he claims is the long-hidden chest and its contents after it was found, though some believe the whole thing was a hoax because he refuses to identify the finder.

Drilling for Ore

August 2014
In the simplest sense, drills can be divided by their mode of action—percussion, rotary or a mixture of the two.

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