Learn How To Dig Your Own Paydirt in this extensive gold dirt finding, mining, and panning article. To dig paydirt you must learn how to find paydirt. Finding paydirt is easier than you think, and you don't need to have your own mine, permits, or anything like that. The biggest thing you need is a day or two to go out in the old yonder to scour the earth for what you are looking for.
Most people don't realize they can often find paydirt near where they live, especially if they live out west. There are two places to find gold dirt: as a placer, which means dirt near streams, rivers, dry washes, etc. or a lode, which is rock or soil in concentrated areas, usually further back in the woods and mountains. We will focus on the placer type of soil as this is the easiest to find.
First, I know it may not be fun, but you need to research your area. The only way to know where to go is find gold bearing places in your area. If you have any rivers running through your city, research them first. Next, research local ghost towns and the mining history in your area. The library, newspaper, and museum are great resources to check with.
Once you have located your hunting area here are a few tips on getting the best gold.
- Dig on the inside bend of rivers and streams. This is where the gold catches
- Dig in the stream or river in front of rocks, dips, or logs. Anywhere the gold will get stuck
- Make sure to not destroy stream beds
- If at a mine or town, look for the old tailings of discarded mineral, soil and ore left by old miners. This is a great resource.
Using these tips you can dig your own paydirt and save you some bones.
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