Over the Divide

April 1999 by Staff

Melman on Gold & Silver

March 2009
Unquestionably, the events of January 20, 2009, highlighted the news of the past month as on that date, the “torch of leadership” of America passed from the departing George W. Bush and into the hands of the 44th President, Barack Obama.

Dredging Safety: Don't Ignore The Warning Signs

April 2018

At first, I tried to shift things around, but then a hand with a rock would appear, so I would stop trying to adjust my gear and grab the rock to keep things moving.

Mining Stock Quotes & Mineral and Metal Prices

August 2011

Legislative and Regulatory Update

May 2014
• Bill to address Forest Service Travel Management restrictions
• Suction gold dredging challenge finally under way
• EPA nullification bill fails in Idaho
• Another bad bill

Where Should I Start?

October 2015
Digging in the right spots will produce excellent results, like this group of nuggets taken by the author while metal detecting during the last few months. The biggest nugget is over an ounce.

The Bawl Mill

March 2009
• Regulations add fuel to the fire...
• We'd like to give the Postal Service our two cents!
• By the numbers...

Tucson Show Marketing

May 2012
Normally we do not cover gem and mineral shows, but this one is a little different. The Tucson (Arizona) Gem and Mineral show is the sales source for so many small mining operations, I felt I had to address this show and its possibilities for the small miner.

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