I have a recreational mining claim on a tributary that eventually feeds into the North Fork of the Clearwater River. The idiot that posted those signs should be prosecuted, but don’t label all ...

Can recreational mining at Sheep Creek continue? Story by Jasz Garrett • 8mo. T he Alaska Gastineau Mill closed in 1921 due to ore that was too low grade to mine cost-effectively.

California Closes Suction Dredge Mining Loophole . All Motorized Recreational Mining Banned in California's Rivers. SACRAMENTO, Calif.— In response to an emergency request from a coalition of tribal, ...

Gold Mining's Return Worries Biologists Rising gold prices could mean more recreational gold miners flocking to the west. But the revived hobby has fish biologists and environmentalists concerned.

Oregonians who hike along southwest Oregon's rivers were probably surprised at a May 1 story on mining in Oregon ("Gold is up but few take a shine to mining"). The story focused on the lack of new ...

Cary Lake at Rotary Park is one of several mining areas Algonquin and Cary plan to transform into expansive recreational spots for the public. John Starks/jstarks@dailyherald.com 0 Article Comments ...

Add mining for gold to the list of activities you can do on Washington’s ocean beaches. The Washington State Parks Department says small scale mining is now allowed.