Dug for diamonds

[Kentucky Kache]

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.

 

[Kentucky Kache]

A few more.

If you go, I recommend going in the fall, as it gets HOT there.

 

[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.

 

[Kentucky Kache]

Maybe next time will be better. I think I'm gonna try gold panning next. I guess I'm just a glutton for punishment.

 

[poorhunter78]

You can Catch Your Supper That is always a plus When You Pan your first Gold, You are Fevered... Self Taught Myself...

 

[Kentucky Kache]

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.

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.

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.

 

[Frankn]

GPAA member? When you going on the Alaska trip?

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

 

[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

 

[Kentucky Kache]

GPAA member? When you going on the Alaska trip?

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.

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.

 

[fossis]

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..............

 

[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.

 

[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!

 

[Kentucky Kache]

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.

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.

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.

 

[vibes]

my finds

 

[vibes]

Gonna change your name to "Diamond Vibes" WOW! What size was you best one?

Tee, a 1/2 ct. i found last September while 'mining' w/ Charlie! I *might* head back down in early September

 

[vibes]

here's my friend Barbara with Charlie (I took the pic). So, look for this guy....he knows his diamond mining!!!!!!!

 

[Kentucky Kache]

my finds

Nice.

 

[AU24K]

I went about 10 years ago. Didn't find any diamonds but found a nice piece of jasper that I made a necklace of.

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It's true about after a rain, but it's best if they plow right before the rain.

Best,
Scott

 

[Kentucky Kache]

I went about 10 years ago. Didn't find any diamonds but found a nice piece of jasper that I made a necklace of.

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It's true about after a rain, but it's best if they plow right before the rain.

Best,
Scott

Cool beans.

 

[allen]

I always thought this was on a mountainside
and you litterally dug away at the mountain
to find the diamonds.
Guess I learned something new today !