Prospecting With Astrobouncer, Season 1, Episode 9

[Astrobouncer]

Did not strike it rich this time, but was still fun digging in the river.

 

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[Oakview2]

Astro really like those gloves, ar they insulated, and where can you find some for wintertime prospecting

 

[Astrobouncer]

They are not insulated anymore then what you already see (ie being pvc or something like that) however they are loose enough on me that I could wear something under them. I got 2 pairs at Harbour Freight for about 7 bucks each.

 

[Oakview2]

Thanks

 

[greydigger]

Always good to see your work Astro, look forward to more.
Grey

 

[gold nuggets]

Enjoyed the video Astrobouncer....thanks.
Gold Nuggets

 

[NeoTokyo]

I liked it, very good ep!

 

[dipstick]

Hey Astro
I was there on the last day when Thermal City closed. I took off from work and spent about three hours that evening panning in the river. I dug to the left of were you are digging in the video at that big rock. I found my first picker, small but was able to pick up and roll between my fingers and listen to hit when dropped back in pan. I had a great time and found some gold to. Tried to send 2 dif pics but didnt happen. Hope to see you there next season. Steve

 

[Astrobouncer]

Steve, great job man! Glad you found a chunky. I will for sure be there next season and sample some more around that area, hopefully with a dredge next time.

Thanks for all the comments guys, here's Episode 10:

 

[Davidail]

Oakview2 I use the extra long Thermal 8mm scuba Gloves you can get them on ebay for around $20.00 with free shipping They stay really warm and Dry I tested mine in 18 degree Temps on my last trip to North Ga over Thanksgiving WK end.

Astro really like those gloves, ar they insulated, and where can you find some for wintertime prospecting

 

[Astrobouncer]

Here's episode 11 guys. Me and Jim are back at it again looking for more of that yellow stuff were all so fond of.

 

[TerryC]

As always, Astro, good job! Keep it coming. Enjoy your videos. Just for sh**s and giggles, what's the finess in that area? Tnx. TTC

 

[Oakview2]

Another great video Astro, the piles off of the creek look like the perfect setup to run your highbanker. Seems like you could save a lot of time and process a lot more of your piles. Again thanks for the video.. Merry Christmas, and Good Health and Good Hunting in the New Year...

 

[Astrobouncer]

Thanks for the comments guys. Terry, I am not sure exactly but I know its higher then most Alaskan gold, I think Herb said 85% or even higher is typical.

@Oakview Yeah I could have highbanked them and moved a lot more material and I did think about doing just that before I left. But what stopped me was I really didnt feel like lugging around the pump, hoses, gas, clean up tub etc, plus the noise of the pump and the exhaust. The bazooka (or one of my fluid bed builds) is decently fast but with out all the extra stuff to worry about setting up and lugging around. And 'free' to use the bazooka with no gas cost. Also I had been working hard all week and my back was a little sore from work so I didnt want to overdo it trying to move tons of material on my first day off.

Anyway thanks for commenting guys, I enjoy seeing that others are actually watching my videos. I hate it when my video has tons of views and no comments, it feels like I must have done something wrong. I am gonna try and make one more episode before the new year, and then I will start filming season 2 next year.

 

[Goodyguy]

Astro,

I hear you about lugging all the equipment. That is what makes my bazooka style fluid bed the most popular piece of equipment in my arsenal.
Of course I don't mind bringing in a lot of equipment if consecutive days are involved, but for one day it's not hardly worth the effort.

Another great video I enjoyed it as always, keep up the good work.

GG~

 

[Oakview2]

I know when I hear that signature Astro music, the gold isn't far behind I may not always respond, but always enjoy the videos. It's all I can do to find the color and clean it up, let alone film and then edit it down to the finished product... Merry Christmas, your efforts are appreciated, Good health and good hunting.....

 

[KevinInColorado]

Same here...thanks for taking us along astrob!

 

[Astrobouncer]

Thanks guys, good news I got a GoPro camera today for christmas, and im blown away by the video it puts out. Cant wait to shoot some new movies with it.

 

[Goodyguy]

Thanks guys, good news I got a GoPro camera today for christmas, and im blown away by the video it puts out. Cant wait to shoot some new movies with it.

And I can't wait to view them.

 

[walldo]

Thanks guys, good news I got a GoPro camera today for christmas, and im blown away by the video it puts out. Cant wait to shoot some new movies with it.

I'll have too stay tuned. After the bazooka gold trap mod I'll be doing and the video's you have posted. Definitely got my interest.