South Fork American River Gold

[Lotus Geologist]

Inspired by the posts here on Tnet, especial those of Mad Marshall, I went for a hike today to a slate bedrock outcrop along the South Fork American River. I know this river well as I am an avid whitewater kayaker and I have a plethora of locations that I want to check out.

Anyway, found these flakes after busting some slate and crack sweeping... maybe 30 minutes of work at the first place I tried... yeah, I'll be heading back there as it is statistically unlikely that I found the best spot right off the bat.

Thanks for all the knowledge that I’ve gained from everyone’s posts!

Lotus Geologist (John)

 

[Aufisher]

Way to go buddy!

 

[Lotus Geologist]

Oh yeah, almost forgot...

The feever... I haz it!

L.G.

 

[Lotus Geologist]

Way to go buddy!

Aufisher, several of your posts were also inspiring and educational for me... Thanks!

 

[Aufisher]

You're welcome sir! You beat my take for today. Welcome to the fever. You will represent us well.

 

[Gravelwasher]

You might be surprised at how often the first spot turns out to be the best spot in 100 yards either way..lol
Good gold hope it continues and gets bigger!!

 

[Hangtowndiggins]

Welcome LG, good looking color great work! Fever struck for sure, your gonna go far!

 

[MadMarshall]

Very nice gold... Glad to be of some use.

 

[TAKODA]

Nice shine .