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GOLD FEVER: The Art of Panning and Sluicing, de Lorenzo. Best-selling guide features full-page illustrations on the mechanics of panning and sluicing, plus maps of Western states’ gold deposits. 80 pgs., ISBN 9780935182002, $8.95 [FEVER]

FISTS FULL OF GOLD: How You Can Find Gold in the Mountains and Deserts, Ralph. Chris Ralph, has written the most complete guide to the art of prospecting. From basic earth science to metal detecting, to panning and dry washing techniques, it’s all here and fully illustrated. 362 pgs., ISBN 9780984269204, $29.95 [FISTS]

GOLD! GOLD!: A Beginners Handbook and Recreational Guide: How & Where to Prospect for Gold, Petralia. Includes the historical details and geographical background to get you started, plus traditional and modern recovery methods. 148 pgs., ISBN 9780960589005, $12.95 [GOLD GOLD]

HOW TO FIND GOLD, Klein & Keene. A terrific introduction to gold pros-pecting from two of the best in the West. 124 pgs., $9.95 [HOW TO FIND]

GOLD PROSPECTOR’S DIGEST, Keene. A concise collection of essays revealing how, where and what to use to find gold. 51 pgs., ISBN 9780962020476, $7.95 [GOLD DIGEST]

THE ART OF GOLD IDENTIFICATION (DVD), Madonna. With expert instruc-tion, learn to visually identify gold in the field and chemically when needed; an excellent and clearly demonstrated DVD. 34 min,. $10.95 [ART GOLD DVD]

GOLD RUSH: The Young Prospector’s Guide to Striking it Rich, Klein. Treasure hunter and gold expert, James Klein, gives young prospectors the secrets for finding gold. 96 pgs., ISBN 9781883672645, $8.95 [YOUNG PROSP]

MODERN PROSPECTING: How to Find, Claim and Sell Mineral Deposits, McPherson. A modern, systematic approach to mineral exploration: learn to identify favorable areas, different types of deposits and testing techniques, how to develop a claim, modern assaying techniques and geochemical prospecting; glossary, contact information for govern-ment agencies, websites and suppliers list included. 320 pgs., ISBN 9781889786162, $14.95 [MODERN PROSP]

THE WEEKEND GOLD MINER, Ryan. A popular and best-selling overview guide lays out all the basics from where, what and how to dry washing, metal detecting and more; includes gold-bearing area maps. 80 pgs., ISBN 9780935182460, $7.95 [WEEKEND GOLD]

THE ROCKHOUND AND PROSPECTOR’S BIBLE: A Reference and Study Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones and Prospecting, Ettinger. Compact reference manual for mineral collectors and prospectors has been the go-to guide for decades on local geology, mineral formation, as well as pros-pecting techniques and tools. 136 pgs., ISBN 9780961484040, $15.00 [PROSP BIBLE]

LOOKING FOR GOLD: A Modern Prospector’s Guide, Angier. Learn to pros-pect and pan for placer gold; includes success stories, places to start, how to build flumes, rockers, dry washers, riffles and sluices; and how to stake your claim. 224 pgs., ISBN 9780811720342, $19.95 [LOOKING

GOLD]

RECREATIONAL GOLD PROSPECTING FOR FUN AND PROFIT, Butler. Entertaining, well-written book is a favorite introduction to pros-pecting essentials; all the basics and more are covered in an easy-to-read style and format. 206 pgs., ISBN 9780935182989, $12.95 [REC GOLD]

GOLD PROSPECTOR’S HANDBOOK, Black. A classic beginner’s guide, written in non-technical jargon that covers advanced topics as well; excellent glossary. 176 pgs., ISBN 9780935182323, $12.95 [GOLD PROSP]

DRY WASHING FOR GOLD, Klein. Excellent primer for dry washing know-how; learn the details of where and how, plus the tools and equipment you’ll need; illustrated diagrams and glossary. 90 pgs., ISBN 9780935182767, $9.95 [DRY]

THE NEW GOLD PANNING IS EASY, Lagal. Field guide for the beginning panner that shows exactly how to find, pan and make pay dirt pay. 134 pgs., ISBN 9780915920792, $9.95 [PANNING EASY]

DIVING AND DIGGING FOR GOLD, Hill. This intro to placer gold mining covers methods of extracting gold, including panning, sluicing and dredging. Illustrated. 48 pgs., ISBN 9780879610050, $7.95 [DIVING]

GOLD PANNING WITH DON ROBINSON (DVD), Robinson. Learn the art of gold panning in less than 30 minutes from one of the best, Gold Panning Champion, Don Robinson. 30 min., ISBN 9781607022275, $15.00 [GOLD PAN DVD]

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FEE MINING SERIES, Monaco. Popular series covers the entire U.S. in two volumes and includes a treasure trove of interesting things to see and do relating to rocks & minerals, fossils, treasure hunting and earth science; visit museums and discover regional attrac-tions. Complete directions, contact info and state maps included. $15.95 each

FEE MINING AND MINERAL ADVENTURES IN THE EASTERN U.S., 264 pgs., ISBN 9781889786490 [FEE EAST]

FEE MINING AND ROCKHOUNDING ADVENTURES IN THE WEST, 240 pgs., ISBN 9781889786384 [FEE WEST]

WHERE TO FIND GOLD IN THE MOTHER LODE, Klein. Interesting account of the California Gold Rush with camp sites, ghost towns and the geology of gold sites; maps, photos. 184 pgs., ISBN 9780962020490, $9.95 [FIND MOTHER]

YOU CAN FIND GOLD WITH A METAL DETECTOR, Garrett & Lagal. Learn the skills to find gold nuggets, veins and ore with the flip of a switch. 140 pgs., ISBN 9780915920860, $9.95 [FIND METAL]

ADVANCED DREDGING TECHNIQUES, PART 1: Finding & Recovering Pay-Streaks, McCracken. Learn all you need about pay-streaks: what they are, how they form and how to dredge them up without leaving gold behind. 240 pgs., ISBN 9780963601544, $9.95 [DREDGE 1]

ADVANCED DREDGING TECHNIQUES, Part 2: The Right Approach, McCracken. Goes beyond the basics to tricks of the trade from some of the most successful miners. 176 pgs., ISBN 9780963601568, $9.95 [DREDGE 2]

WHERE TO FIND GOLD IN THE DESERT, Klein. Veteran prospector, James Klein, teaches you where to look and how to look for gold throughout the desert Southwest; includes prospecting guides, historical maps, tool tips and gold-bearing sites by state. 136 pgs., ISBN 9780935182811, $9.95 [FIND DESERT]

FINDING GOLD IN THE DESERT: The Art of Drywashing, Lynch. Techniques and professional knowledge of dry washing based on 50 years of experience. 32 pgs., ISBN 9780935810530, $5.95 [LYNCH]

WHERE TO FIND GOLD & GEMS IN NEVADA, Klein. Organized by county and mining district—includes maps, descrip-tions of mining sites, what gems and minerals can be found and a short history of local ghost towns. 112 pgs., ISBN 9780935182156, $8.95 [FIND NV]

ARIZONA GOLD PLACERS AND PLACERING, Wilson. Reprint of the classic Arizona Bureau of Mines publi-cation; learn the placer areas in each county. 148 pgs., ISBN 9780896320031, $9.95 [AZ PLACERING]

Prospecting & Treasure Hunting

ORIGINAL GEOLOGICAL SURVEY BULLETINS. Authoritative guides to placer locations include historical back-ground and detailed info on hundreds of sites; each book contains a fold out USGS map of placer bearing areas.

PLACER GOLD DEPOSITS OF ARIZONA, 112 pgs., ISBN 9780935182330, $11.95 [PLACER AZ]

PLACER GOLD DEPOSITS OF NEVADA, 118 pgs., ISBN 9780896320109, $11.95 [PLACER NV]

PLACER GOLD DEPOSITS OF NEW MEXICO, 64 pgs., ISBN 9780896320048, $9.95 [PLACER NM]

WHERE TO FIND GOLD IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, Klein. Learn the gold-bearing areas, treasure tales and mining history of the region as well as the prospecting know-how to profit from your knowledge; maps, illustrations. 112 pgs., ISBN 9780935182682, $9.95 [FIND SO CA]

WHERE TO FIND GOLD IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, Klein. Discover the richest gold-bearing areas in Northern California; includes treasure tales, maps, photos, illustra-tions and prospecting basics. 160 pgs., ISBN 9781889786056, $10.95 [FIND NO CA]

GOLD PANNING CALIFORNIA, Romaine. Learn up-to-date prospecting techniques and locales for known panning areas in California; includes info on camping and nearby attractions. 256 pgs., ISBN 9781493018970, $22.95 [GOLD PAN CA]

GOLD PANNING THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST, Romaine. Covers Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Full-color guide is a detailed reference and field manual to the region’s panning and pros-pecting areas; includes directions, GPS coordinates, historical info, supply lists and more. 288 pgs., ISBN 9781493003945, $22.95 [GOLD PAN PNW]

ANCIENT RIVER OF GOLD, Wallace. How gold deposits are formed and where they can be found in California, British Columbia, Alaska and the Yukon; extensive maps. 128 pgs., ISBN 9780962734755, $19.95 [RIVER GOLD]

EXPLORING AND MINING GEMS AND GOLD IN THE WEST, Rynerson. Told with verve and humor, the amateur prospector will find useful hints on how to locate minerals and gems from San Diego, CA to Yuma, AZ. 204 pgs., ISBN 9780911010602, $18.95 [RYNERSON]

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THE STERLING LEGEND: The Facts Behind the Lost Dutchman Mine, Conatser. The best insider’s guide to this famous mine…“the definitive work on the Lost Dutchman Mine...” (National Prospector’s Gazette). Discover ingeniously concealed hints; includes fold-out map. 94 pgs., ISBN 9781889786230, $11.95 [STERLING]

LOST GOLD AND SILVER MINES OF THE SOUTHWEST, Conrotto. Treasure tales from long out-of-print Desert Magazine include over 100 maps of the area or region described; part historical overview and real firsthand accounts of discovered bonanzas. 246 pgs., ISBN 9780486292755, $11.95 [LOST GOLD SW]

DOWSING FOR BEGINNERS: How to Find Water, Wealth, & Lost Objects, Webster. The complete how-to book on dowsing; locate water, coins, artifacts, lost objects—even missing people. 208 pgs., ISBN 9781567188028, $14.99 [DOWSING]

NEVADA LOST MINES & BURIED TREASURE, McDonald. Enjoy Nevada’s best treasure tales and legends; includes maps showing the general topography and place names, historic photographs and line drawings. 128 pgs., ISBN 9780913814376, $12.95 [NV LOST MINES]

HOW TO FIND LOST TREASURE, Garrett. This handy pocket guide will Quickly inform your quest for treasure. 72 pgs., ISBN 9780915920976, $3.95 [LOST TREAS]

GOLD GAMBLE, Starry. Exciting historical account of gold mining in the Rand District of California’s upper Mojave Desert. From the 1890s mining boom to the 1930s bootleggers, the area’s fasci-nating stories are

brought to life. 164 pgs., ISBN 9780967463711, $15.99 [GAMBLE]

TREASURE HUNTING FOR FUN AND PROFIT, Garret. Discover how to find coins, jewelry, gold nuggets and other items of value with an electronic metal detector. 204 pgs., ISBN 9780915920907, $9.95 [HUNTING FUN]

GHOST TOWN TREASURES: Ruins, Relics & Riches, Garrett. Learn how to search abandoned towns, build-ings and other deserted locations to discover the secrets, buried treasures or items of value left behind. 158 pgs., ISBN 9780915920853, $9.95 [GHOST TOWN]

BURIED TREASURES YOU CAN FIND, Marx. A book for every treasure hunter and metal detector hobbyist; lists over 7500 specific known sites of buried trea-sure in 50 states; color photos. 376 pgs., ISBN 9780915920822, $14.95 [BURIED TR]

THE NEW SUCCESSFUL COIN HUNTING, 16/E, Garrett. Learn how to find coins using metal detecting equip-ment and techniques; includes info on computerized detectors. 260 pgs., ISBN 9780915920679, $9.95 [COIN HUNTING]

SOUTHWESTERN TREASURES (DVD), Charles Garrett takes you on adventures

in two features on this DVD. In The Treasures of Mexico you’ll join an expedition team uncovering the riches of historic Mexico. In Gold and Treasure Adventures enjoy one of the world’s largest trea-sure hunts in southern California. 50 min., $9.95 [SW TREAS DVD]

THE ART AND SCIENCE OF METAL DETECTING, Migliore. A thorough examination of metal detecting that is designed for beginner and inter-mediate skill levels. Features detailed guide to terminology, choosing the right detector, field operations and places to hunt. 220 pgs., ISBN 9781517255107, $10.95 [ART DETECTING]

METAL DETECTING FOR THE BEGINNER, Migliore. Learn the basics of the metal detecting hobby from the ground up and from an inveterate practitioner; includes unbiased feed-back on various metal detector manu-factures and their products. 200 pgs., ISBN 9781452862453, $12.95 [DETECTING]

MAPS THEN & NOW MAPS SERIES. See page 8 for full listing of series.Unique map series shows changes to gold & gem fields over 100 years. Each map package includes current USGS maps along with antique turn-of-the-twentieth-century maps for comparison. $15.95 each

ARIZONA GOLD & GEMS MAPS ISBN 9780965755870 [AZ G&G MAP]

CALIFORNIA GOLD & GEMS MAPS, Northern Edition, ISBN 9780965755894 [CA N G&G MAP]

COLORADO GOLD & GEMS MAPS, ISBN 9780972044158 [CO G&G MAP]

NEVADA GOLD & GEMS MAPS, ISBN 9780972044134 [NV G&G MAP]

WHERE TO FIND GOLD SERIES. Each book contains maps with directions to gold sites, old mine locations, hand-drawn maps with points of interest to the gold fields and geological infor-mation of localities. $22.95 each.

WHERE TO FIND GOLD IN CALIFORNIA. 142 pgs., ISBN 9780965455909 [FIND CA]

WHERE TO FIND GOLD IN OREGON. 156 pgs., ISBN 9780965455916 [FIND OR]

WHERE TO FIND YANKEE PLACER GOLD. 144 pgs., ISBN 9780965455930 [FIND YANKEE]

GOLD NUGGET-TEERING IN NEVADA: Book One. Guides to the highest producing placer gold mining districts; complete with state and topographic maps, detailed directions to each site, and a handy county index. 140 pgs., $22.95, ISBN 9780965455947 [NUGGET NV]