When thinking about great locations to take a vacation, places to pan for gold rarely come to mind. Great vacation spots always seem to be associated with the Caribbean Cruise, long sandy beaches, and Disneyland, do they not? Okay, I admit, the aforementioned places are really great for having family fun and relaxation. But what you may not realize is that one of the most truly exciting hobbies in the world is the age old search for gold! The country is so blessed with abundant mineral resources and gold is one of them. Panning for gold could be a good recreation for the family. If the children are fascinated with the great California Gold Rush of the great California Gold Rush of 1849, it may not be a bad concept also have this type rush. During the year 1849, the streams and streams of … [Read more...]
Gold Panning RV Vacation Ideas
Ever considered looking for gold on your next RV camping vacation? All across America, there are places for greenhorns to pan for gold nuggets. Panning for gold is relatively inexpensive, and who knows, you might just come home with the motherlode! If doing a little prospecting on your next vacation sounds good, use the ideas below to start planning your next RV camping vacation. Southeast US Gold Panning RV Vacation Ideas For a southeastern gold panning RV vacation, head for Crisson Gold Mine in Dahlonega, GA. Tour the mine, and then pan five gallon buckets of ore for nuggets and gemstones. Just down the road from the Crisson Mine, you’ll find Consolidated Gold Mines, where your family can go underground for the mine tour before panning for gold in a sluice. Dahlonega is also home to some … [Read more...]
