The best way to join the GPAA is to take advantage of the "Prospectors Special". This television advertised special includes a one year membership; a 14" professional "Gold Catcher" gold pan; subscriptions to Gold Prospector magazine and the Pick & Shovel Gazette; a current GPAA Mining Guide and Prospecting Permit; GPAA field cap; window decal; bumper sticker; membership card and snuffer bottle; and a 60 minute Sure-Fire Panning Methods video. The "Prospectors Special" is a popular and inexpensive way to begin enjoying this rapidly growing & rewarding form of outdoor family recreation. Best of all, your GPAA membership is a family membership. Guests (no more than four at a time, please.) also are welcome. With you on GPAA listed properties. For more info on the "Prospectors Special" or to sign up for a membership, contact Karl Kraai.
For more info about the Michigan Chapter, including meeting dates, outings and membership, as well as general club and prospecting information, contact one of these folks....
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This site by Shawn Willett. Please direct prospecting and club questions to the knowledgeable chapter officers listed above!
This page was last updated on: March 7, 2010
Attention Michigan Prospectors!!
The DNRE is seeking public comment on a proposed permit to allow the use of sluiceboxes in the State of Michigan. Click here to read the pdf of the proposal. Comments may be sent to Martin Jannereth, DNRE, @ jannerethm@michigan.gov or mailed to: Mr. Martin Jannereth, PO Box 30458, Lansing, MI 48909-7958. All comments must be received no later than March 17, 2010.