There are a lot of places in California gold rush country where you can legally pan for free. There are some rules, but nothing oppressive that keeps you from h

There are a lot of places in California gold rush country where you can legally pan for free. There are some rules, but nothing oppressive that keeps you from having fun and findings some flakes. I don't live far away and a friend even has a little portable sluice he takes out sometimes. Hobby prospecting is a fun way to spend a day.