newby @ dredging

[jlientz]

I just got my 4" dredge and I can't wait to try it out. Does anyone know where you can dredge year-round in California? I live in the
Reno area.

~Jesse

 

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[bigfish31]

You better have a good wet/dry suit.

 

[kuger]

Ya you better get a good suit,but first you better get a permit and read the regulations,there is alot of different laws but in my area you can dredge year round west of Hwy.49,with permission(private property)Good luck

 

[OutBack Duo]

I just got my 4" dredge and I can't wait to try it out.

I am in need of an inexpensive dredge, 4" sounds about the right size. where is a good place to shop for a dredge?

OBD

 

[kuger]

E-Bay or any gold prospecting forum that supports a classified section,right now might be tough though with all the people thinking they will run out and buy a dredge and get rich!!

 

[Hoser John]

craigslist and the numerous mining net sites. Come january,in the nasty winter,prices are WAY down,closer to mid march,everyone is usually dumping to try and pay taxes or save their home-Tons a au 2 u 2-John

 

[russau]

www.49ermike.com has good deals on dredges. ask mike about them. his website has direct link to his store.

 

[jlientz]

I was hoping for specific areas I could dredge ( like a public campground close to a river). I'm just trying to find a place to try out the dredge, not specifically to strike it rich. I joined a local prospecting club, but all their claims are restricted from dredging until the end of May. ( class C )
I'm aware of the need for a dredge permit, wet suit, etc needed for dredging. I just need some basic "where to" suggestions for where I can get my dredge wet, literally speaking .

Thanks again for your help and suggestions !!

~Jesse

 

[rmptr]

Jesse, those guys in your local club are still the best place for you to get that information.

All dredges work!

Hauling a machine somewhere, setup, and a little bit of time spent in REALLY cold water would probably not be worth it.

A good idea would be to spend this time getting all the necessary gear together for your kit so you will be fully prepared when the season breaks open.

A weekend trip to some place that is open might cost you the price of a wetsuit.
Just buy the wetsuit!

R M P T R