Jake's Prospecting Blog

22 years of creek-side wisdom, honest gear reviews, and field-tested techniques. No fluff—just what works.

How to Start Gold Panning: Jake's Step-by-Step Beginner Guide

Skip the junk and start seeing color. My field-tested steps to go from first swirl to first flake.

I've hand-picked my favorite prospecting bundles for beginners and pros alike.