Rae-Lynn and Tom's California Trip '08.

Rae-Lynn, Tom and Debbie had the opportunity to spend almost a full week of prospecting in California.  They spent 2 days dredging on a private claim, and then followed it up by attending the GPAA outing at Italian Bar.  By the looks of the pictures, they had perfect weather.

Here�s a few Photo�s from their trip, with shots of the Gold.

First off, two days on a private pay to dig claim.  Everything for prospecting was supplied by their guide Ron during their stay.  From a 4"Dredge, sluices, pans, to snuffer bottles and viles.  This claim was on the Moklumne river in California, and by the looks of the gold they brought back, it was well worth the cost.

    (L-R) Rae-Lynn, Tom, Debbie and their guide Ron

    Tom and Rae-Lynn hard at work.

    Tom working a hole..

    Tom dredging in a perfect setting.

    Rae-Lynn ready to go.

    Debbie looking to take a turn at the dredge.

    Rae-Lynn panning out the concentrates.

    Debbie doing some panning of her own.

    Here's a shot of their Gold, split 3 ways.

    A close up of Rae-Lynn and Toms share.

Next they were off to the GPAA Outing over at the LDMA's Italian Bar location.

    Welcome sign at Italian Bar's Clubhouse.

    (L-R) GPAA rep Ken Drucker, Rae-Lynn and Tom.

    Debbie at her Gem Hotel cabin.

    Tom checking out the river.

    Tom digging during one of his 3 hour shifts.

    "44 POUND !" Nugget on display at the Iron Stone Winery.