Hey guys,
I have recently been introduced to prospecting via the YouTube algorithm and saying I have been in a rabbit-hole would be an understatement.
It's the perfect hobby, it's like hiking, with a purpose ha ha. So anyways, I have been thinking of going on a weekend trip with my partner. We're in Sydney, but aren't afraid of long train trips. I was thinking of getting some super basic equipment, pan, claw, shovel and a mini-river sluice (any recommendations here would be appreciated too). The thing is, I'm new to Australia, I don't have any idea where to go - I don't really know anyone here to ask either, especially not someone who's into prospecting.
I'm just looking for nature, a good river and gold bearing ground - I don't expect to find any as I'm new, it would just be good to be looking where gold has been found before ha ha
I'm also not against getting the snorkel out and jumping in.
So, any recommendations for a first-time prospecting trip? We don't mind a hike, and we can camp too if need be.
I have done a bit of research and the Bathurst Region keeps coming up, that any good? Any good rivers or creeks to visit there?
I would appreciate any recommendations and advice,
Cheers guys,
KJ
I have recently been introduced to prospecting via the YouTube algorithm and saying I have been in a rabbit-hole would be an understatement.
It's the perfect hobby, it's like hiking, with a purpose ha ha. So anyways, I have been thinking of going on a weekend trip with my partner. We're in Sydney, but aren't afraid of long train trips. I was thinking of getting some super basic equipment, pan, claw, shovel and a mini-river sluice (any recommendations here would be appreciated too). The thing is, I'm new to Australia, I don't have any idea where to go - I don't really know anyone here to ask either, especially not someone who's into prospecting.
I'm just looking for nature, a good river and gold bearing ground - I don't expect to find any as I'm new, it would just be good to be looking where gold has been found before ha ha
I'm also not against getting the snorkel out and jumping in.
So, any recommendations for a first-time prospecting trip? We don't mind a hike, and we can camp too if need be.
I have done a bit of research and the Bathurst Region keeps coming up, that any good? Any good rivers or creeks to visit there?
I would appreciate any recommendations and advice,
Cheers guys,
KJ