I finally got an opportunity to dig for diamonds in Diamond Starte Park, in Murfresboro, AR. Though I didn't find any diamonds, I'm glad I had the experience of looking for them. For those who have never been there, here are a few pics.
This hole would get bigger.
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41
If you go, I recommend going in the fall, as it gets HOT there.
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41
Maybe next time will be better. I think I'm gonna try gold panning next. I guess I'm just a glutton for punishment.
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41
Maybe next time will be better. I think I'm gonna try gold panning next. I guess I'm just a glutton for punishment.
Don't look at it that way....look at it as forging ahead. That usually pays off...what kind of example would you set for your children if you just gave up?
Oh no...not giving up. That was something I've been wanting to do for a long time, and now I can say I did it. And if I ever get the chance to go try it again, I'm sure I'll be there digging my little heart out.
Originally Posted by poorhunter78
You can Catch Your Supper That is always a plus When You Pan your first Gold, You are Fevered... Self Taught Myself...
I'm hooked before my first pan full. GPAA member.
Originally Posted by bigscoop
Always wanted to go, had an opportunity once but just couldn't shake loose at the time.
Vibes......she's rolled around in the dirt a few times in that park.
Better luck next time.
I hope she didn't go in July. Over 100 degrees.
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41
This is one of my things I want do,it is on my bucket list. I will go only in fall or early winter to avoid all the hot temperatures.Gold prospecting/panning is fun,until you actually find some,then it gets serious. rockhound
I heard the best time to go after those diamonds is just after it rains and the sun comes out. Just sit there and watch for the sparkles.
I am in in GPAA. Been to many of their claimes. Been to Stanton and Georgia outings. Lots of fun. Frank
For surface hunting, that's probably best. We were told to dig 3-6 feet down. Lot of sifting.
Alaska would be fun, but I don't know If I'll get to travel that far.
I haven't been to any claims yet, but I plan on going, Lord willing.
Originally Posted by rockhound
This is one of my things I want do,it is on my bucket list. I will go only in fall or early winter to avoid all the hot temperatures.Gold prospecting/panning is fun,until you actually find some,then it gets serious. rockhound
I'm sure that's true. After seeing the yellow in the pan, I wouldn't be able to stop.
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41
Glad you had fun, i may go down in the fall & camp a few days, I'me only a few hours away.
I know people who have several 'small diamonds', they used to go very often, I have a yellow one I traded for.
Fossis..............
fossil hunter Indian Artifact collector MDer Antique collector
Haven't been to Crater of Diamonds State Park. Probably won't go, either.
Most states west of the Mississippi have already had native diamonds found at. And if you're worried about the heat, the best time to look for them is at night with a black light.
Glad you had fun, i may go down in the fall & camp a few days, I'me only a few hours away.
I know people who have several 'small diamonds', they used to go very often, I have a yellow one I traded for.
Fossis..............
If you have the time free, I'd say you will be able to find one. I want a picture.
Originally Posted by Tuberale
Haven't been to Crater of Diamonds State Park. Probably won't go, either.
Most states west of the Mississippi have already had native diamonds found at. And if you're worried about the heat, the best time to look for them is at night with a black light.
Can't hunt at night. They close down at a certain hour.
Originally Posted by vibes
they have a film crew out there now filming the pilot for a reality TV show, American Diamond.
Kentucky Kache...ya should've looked up Charlie Newman...I bet ya would've found a diamond with his insights!
Looks like I just missed my chance at becoming famous.
I'll have to remember that name, in case I ever get to go back. Thanks.
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41
I went about 10 years ago. Didn't find any diamonds but found a nice piece of jasper that I made a necklace of.
It's true about after a rain, but it's best if they plow right before the rain.
Best,
Scott
Cool beans.
Behold, ye despisers, and wonder, and perish: for I work a work in your days, a work which ye shall in no wise believe, though a man declare it unto you. Acts 13:41