Diary of a Gold Prospector

The spirit of the California gold rush permeates the early years of the American West. The river canyons literally echo with the cries of the 49ers, the crazily wonderful body of men and women who rushed to California to make their fortune. Evidence of their efforts abound. One cannot help but get caught up in a feverish energy that pervades your spirit. I am going to share my gold prospecting adventures with the hopes of inspiring a few readers to become "The New Gold Prospector"!

Shirttail Bridge
July 9, 2010

Larry: Stayed at the ranch yesterday and rototilled the far garden. Caught up around the place. It's very nice here in the shade of the canyon..... hearing the rapids above the bridge. Is today the day we find our first gold of the season? I'd be so excited to find good gold today. It's very relaxing sitting here on the landing where we had our wedding reception in 1981..... recalling the great times we had here.

Charlotte: American River - sunny and war - We are back at the river after a day on the farm. It is so great to be here.

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