Curated by
Jake Lawson
Jake's Picks
22 years of creek experience, distilled into the gear that actually works. No sponsors, no ads — just the stuff I'd hand to a friend heading out for the first time.
Just Getting Started
You've seen the videos, you're curious — let's get you in the creek.
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Gift of Gold Kit
$54.99
“Even kids can get their first sparkle. This is the kit I hand to anyone who says 'I want to try panning.'”
Why this one:
Low commitment, high fun. The paydirt bag guarantees they find gold on day one — that first sparkle is what hooks people for life.
What's included:
- 14" green gold pan
- Glass display vial
- Paydirt sample bag (guaranteed gold)
- Beginner instruction card
- Snuffer bottle
DigNew
Beginner's Gold Pan Starter Kit
$39.99
“Perfect for that friend who loves adventure and shiny rewards.”
Why this one:
The mini sluice included makes this more than just a pan kit. At $40, it's the best value entry point into prospecting.
What's included:
- 14" professional gold pan
- Mesh classifier
- Snuffer bottle
- Glass vials (5-pack)
- Quick-start guide
Ready for More
You've found color. Now you want to find more of it, faster.
WodGod
The Prospector's Field Pack
$79.99
“I've pulled flakes with this same setup in half the states west of the Mississippi.”
Why this one:
The collapsible sluice is a game-changer for travel. You can hike to remote creeks that most prospectors skip because they can't haul their gear.
What's included:
- Collapsible sluice box
- Hand scoop
- Waterproof carry bag
- Snuffer bottle set
- Classifier
Sluice Fox
The Weekend Explorer Set
$148.15
“Built for creek-side treasure hunts and family gold adventures.”
Why this one:
This is the sweet spot. Enough gear to work a creek properly without needing a truck to haul it. The three pan sizes let you classify material efficiently.
What's included:
- Backpack sluice box
- Two-stage classifier set
- 3 gold pans (10", 12", 14")
- Snuffer bottles (2)
- Microfiber towel
- Carry bag
Serious About Gold
You know what you're doing. Time for gear that keeps up.
Dream Mat
Ultimate Sluice & Recovery Kit
$169.95
“Gift this and they'll be sending you gold pics within a week.”
Why this one:
The dual-mat system catches everything — coarse gold on the ribbed matting, fine gold on the miners moss. This is what separates casual panners from real prospectors.
What's included:
- Aluminum sluice box
- Miners moss matting
- Ribbed matting
- Finishing pan
- Vial collection kit
- Crevicing tools
Mini Power Sluice
Jake's Pro Bundle
$298.94
“For the ones who mean business when the shovel hits gravel.”
Why this one:
The high-banker lets you process more material per hour than any hand-panning setup. When you've found a productive spot, this is how you maximize your take.
What's included:
- High-banker sluice combo
- Professional cleanup mat
- Gold magnet separator
- Classifier set
- Finishing pan
- Vial collection kit
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