146 pages, includes the reprint of a description of 255 lode gold mines, 155 placer mines, plus new updated maps, how to, prospecting instructions, sampling and prospecting for lode gold, new regulations and beach mining, lists of references, nugget finds, stories about the various big nugget finds of summer 2013, basic gold geology for WA prospectors w/ examples. Many drawings, 15 maps, 

Gold Panner’s Guide by Tom Bohmker

Explore gold country with practical, region-specific guidance from experienced prospector, historian, and mining consultant Tom Bohmker. Each edition in the Gold Panner’s Guide series focuses on a particular state or mining region, combining firsthand prospecting experience with local history, maps, directions, and proven gold-recovery techniques.

These guides are written for real-world use. Depending on the selected edition, readers may find information about placer-gold occurrences, historic mining districts, streams and waterways, regional geology, and areas traditionally associated with recreational prospecting. Bohmker’s personal observations and field experience help connect the history of each region with the practical skills needed by today’s gold seekers.

Topics May Include

• Regional gold-mining history

• Known and lesser-known placer-gold occurrences

• Gold panning and sluicing techniques

• Prospecting strategies and field observations

• Maps of gold-bearing areas and mining districts

• Directions and descriptions for featured locations

• Discussions of placer and lode deposits

• Personal stories from decades of prospecting

• Equipment recommendations and recovery methods

• Information about mining claims and land access

Key Features

• Written by experienced prospector Tom Bohmker

• Each edition concentrates on a specific state or region

• Combines practical instruction with mining history

• Includes maps and location-based information

• Useful for trip planning and field reference

• Suitable for beginners and experienced prospectors

• Based on research and firsthand prospecting experience

Available Regional Editions May Include

• Oregon Cascades

• Eastern Oregon

• Oregon Coast

• Washington State

• Idaho

• South Dakota

• Additional gold-producing regions and specialized subjects

Ideal For

• Beginning gold panners

• Experienced prospectors exploring a new region

• Families planning outdoor prospecting trips

• Rockhounds and mining-history enthusiasts

• Travelers visiting historic gold country

• Collectors of regional prospecting guides

• Anyone interested in locating and recovering placer gold

General Book Specifications

• Series: Gold Panner’s Guide

• Author: Tom Bohmker

• Format: Regional prospecting guidebook

• Language: English

• Contents: Vary by selected edition

• Page Count: Varies by edition

• Number of Maps: Varies by edition

• Dimensions: Vary by edition

Select the edition for the region you plan to explore and take along a practical resource built around local knowledge, mining history, detailed research, and firsthand prospecting experience.

Please Note: Mining claims, land ownership, access conditions, and prospecting regulations can change. Maps and location information should be used as research aids. Always verify current land status, local regulations, seasonal restrictions, and required permissions before entering property or prospecting.