10 Tips and Tricks to become a better gold panner!!

How to pan for gold. Learn the basics of panning for gold with this videos 10 basic tips and tricks for becoming a better gold panner. In this video I show what to do with your gold pan, I talk about the basic equipment you will want. And I also show common mistakes that you should avoid when gold panning.
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[@tayriggles]

13 seconds in and I already like this guy a lot!

[@vinnyvdvici]

Thank you, Dan. Your existence on planet Earth helps me a lot.

[@RICDirector]

Half the fun is that he's talking to ME. Directly. And cares, really cares. It shows! Second your comment!

[@marclopez4249]

Wow thanks for this!!! This has to be the best of “DO’s” and “DON’Ts” on KZbin, I’ve watched a lot of different vids and this was the most informative I learned a lot from this! Thanks again

[@Danhurd]

Glad it was helpful!

[@aleemwafa6862]

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[@aleemwafa6862]

Its rally helpful thanks sar for this helpful information

[@royalkannon3805]

dunno if anyone gives a shit but if you are bored like me during the covid times you can stream pretty much all the new movies on InstaFlixxer. I've been watching with my gf recently :)

[@evancharles1182]

@Royal Kannon Yea, been watching on Instaflixxer for since december myself :D

[@SwallowAerospace]

I’m from Ohio and I heard earlier today that Gold is fairly common in creeks. I went to my closest creek in 40° weather and decided to use a plastic bowl for collecting sand to get gold and I found 3 pieces of Gold all weighing around 0.02 grams from what I think. Decided to collect it and I will do more tomorrow.

[@Metal_Master_YT]

Really? that's awesome! I will have to try rivers near me, although, people always tell me I'm not going to find gold in some random river.

[@travelerwithpurpose9132]

I am from Indiana..what we have up here is called fools hold, looks like gold, but is not....this is why ppl went west, this is where real gold is.

[@voltgod]

"Digging by hand SUCKS." is a beautiful line, brilliantly executed. Great video!

[@backpages1]

After watching this, I can't imagine how one could not find gold in their pan (unless it wasn't there to begin with). You are an educator for a reason Dan, you're good at it. Great video!

[@octobonus]

Yes and where to get this equipment? Amazon?

[@backpages1]

@@octobonus Amazon is a good place for gold related equip. I believe I got all of mine there.

[@davidmcdonald4771]

I picked my pans up at Cabela's. 69.00. Complete set up.

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[@rryanbeckman]

Education is one of the reasons we love what you do. Keep it up good sir!

[@Danhurd]

Thanks, will do!

[@davidreed7266]

Thanks that help slot

[@i90coins]

a few years back, the wife and I went to Sutter's mill. They had a "learn how to pan for gold" hands-on thing where you pan seeded sand. I learned more about how to pan from watching your videos than I learned there, then you release this video explaining everything in detail. Well done, good sir.

[@ElvinJewel]

OMG. . . . I just got a garrett gold panning kit that included the classifier, a 14" pan, snuffer bottle, two little vials, and two smaller pans. Then I come on to watch Dan and same stuff!! Coolio. Now to find a way to get out and try this gold panning. On my bucket list. LOL Got it from Fred's. :) Absolute senior newbie here.

[@MD-NWWI]

Just what I needed! I just picked up a super sluice and a set of classifier. Such a great teacher you are. If you haven't already you should write a book!

[@Danhurd]

Great suggestion!

[@Zawazuki]

@@Danhurd I would buy and read it, Dan!

[@RICDirector]

^^^THIS^^^

[@christophercarr5865]

@@Danhurd - Yeah, you should. Chris Ralph ("The Professional Prospector" - ICMJ Associate Editor) seems to do pretty well with his book.

[@seafenix]

@@Danhurd I would very much buy a copy!

[@michaellutman735]

Thank you Dan, it is nice that you take the time to get knowledge out there for us. You and vogus have rekindled my grandfather's teachings in me and got me back out there.

[@JPsWoWaccount]

Glad you mentioned shaking and tipping at the same time. The first time I ever found gold was when I watched it fly right out of the pan doing that. Thankfully I was helping a buddy pan his cons so it just went into the tub

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

Thank you for loving us more than your gold, God bless you abundantly

[@kittykanhoffen5548]

Thank you Dan for joining us virtually in the classroom this week! I can't wait to show them this video, then demo using the gear Pauly gave me!

[@arcade822]

I'm just learning how to pan, and have watched a few of these so far. Definitely the best panning how-to, tips and tricks videos I've seen across KZbin. Thanks for the videos!

[@jonathanjohnson3846]

Dan, you’re the man! Thanks so much for sharing your experience and expertise. Such a pleasure to learn from. I’m a fly fisherman and have always wanted to try it out when the fishing is slow! I’m buying the supplies and trying it out asap!

[@richardbidinger2577]

Your enthusiasm is what gets people to watch your videos, but it's the information you impart to us all, that gets people to sub. I've watched other gold panning videos, but yours are definitely the best.

[@Danhurd]

I appreciate that!

[@frederickbierweiler8020]

Dan you cant help yourself. Even when you are not teaching you are teaching , a true natural, great video, great information, entertaining, and you are a great teacher

[@tropicalz1977]

Thank you so much for your videos. My 9 year old watched this video and then spend the day on the river..... Lots of flour gold and a very happy young lady! Keep up the great work!

[@deenanthekemoni5567]

You're so descriptive and comprehensive to follow. Thanks Dan. You're the man. 👍

[@jamessparks1625]

Sometimes i almost flick the dirt out like you said thank you dan for the refresher i really needed it after a couple years of hand panning

[@jamesgazdzik1793]

Nic refresher course. Now use a plaxier. Save s time. Tips we need. Be safe. Greetings from California soon fro Arizona.

[@jacktorkington8740]

Fantastic! This is by far the best video on how to pan I have ever seen. Thank you Dan for not only the how to, but also the what not to do.

[@terryngreystone2315]

Thank you so much, Dan! I've started getting into gold panning. Been wanting to do it since I was little! Just today I went out and tested out an old pan that my dad got me when I was nine or so, but never actually used until now. But when I got to the beach (Was at the beach because I haven't found a good river yet) I realized I had no idea what I was doing and decided to try a little bit, and then once I got home I would try to find a video on how to properly pan for gold. So, it's only a little bit after I've gotten home, I'm just looking through KZbin trying to find something to watch. I had completely forgot to look for the video. And then this video pops up in my recommended! And I just knew it was going to be perfect! I was right! This was so helpful and I feel so much more confident that I can do this right next time!

[@dodgygoose3054]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@bertchapeau7702]

I've been watching you for quite a while and this video was your finest yet. thanks Dan for your teaching us old timers these fundamentals we've forgotten, I appreciate you taking the time to do this. I can only hope to one day to be able to get to a stream like this to try my hand to find myself some gold, MN is missing streams like these. thanks again.Jim C AKA "bert"

[@hapnewsom9217]

Wonderful lesson Dan! Thanks for the tips! For those of us "over 70's" who are just learning these are the things that help us (me!) develop the proper skillset for panning. For those of us who don't get a lot of time on a claim panning, could I make a request? I see on your website that you sell paydirt, could you package up some paydirt with known amounts ( approximately) of gold so (a) we could know if we managed to do it right and get all the gold and (b) we could practice over and over again with the same paydirt to improve our skills. Categorizing the paydirt as beginner, intermediate, and skilled panners would also be helpful in improving and measuring our abilities. I know that I'd be interested in that sort of paydirt to learn on!

[@Kris-cl5nl]

This was awesome Dan thank you so much! I’m new to prospecting and born and raised in the heart of the gold rush and where gold was discovered. Coloma/Sutters Mill. Around here most places you can only use hands and pans. I can’t wait to watch more on your channel!

[@geraldosborne1011]

Thank you so much for the lesson. I recently went to Crater of Diamonds in Arkansas. My 3rd trip I finally got down the proper technique for making centers. Now I have to master this technique. 😊

[@michaelbudd7316]

Dan have to say I suffer with anxiety and OCD . during this strange time your videos calm me . thank you

[@navagatingthroughthebeasts2908]

True its true

[@Ironsja11]

"Almost falling off the front edge" Thanks Dan! I was getting good pans ending with black sand and then bad pans with rocks leftover and I didn't know what I was doing differently. Now I do.

[@bradatkin629]

thank you soo much for helping and teaching how to use the pan better

[@donrock777]

What a great video Dan. This shows why panning is also a great hobby for kids to learn. It's very forgiving and the losses are minimal while they are learning. As well as all ages. Thanks for the tips!! Enjoyed it!!

[@Danhurd]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Thomas-hx3pr]

Thanks so much for sharing! Have a wonderful day.

[@saturnknts]

Dan thank you for the videos. Between you and Gold Rush I took the kids out to Clear Creek in Colorado and found a piece of gold in our very first pan! What an amazing memory to have with my children.

[@chancetaylor2349]

Thank you Dan this video helps a bunch.

[@Danhurd]

Glad to hear it!

[@karolinastorling4812]

What a great video! I started panning for gold only yesterday, and watching this I think I understand which errors I might've done! Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@orangecrush5862]

Excellent instruction! Thanks!

[@elishajlogan]

This is awesome, I haven't panned in almost 30 years. Went up the other day and 100% lost gold. Saw it got excited and poof was gone by the time I got to the end. I made every mistake you pointed out! Lol I'm up in the cariboo so hi neighbor!!

[@rideplayrepeat3941]

So grateful I found this. Thank you

[@whity4584]

Such a beautiful place. Would love to live near a place like that so peaceful

[@Danhurd]

It really is!

[@mbg1899]

Thank you Dan. I have learned so much my family has learned so much from you. Amazing job

[@dizzyplayz4507]

Thank you for this video Dan. I found my first piece of gold 3 days ago thanks to your videos my friend!!! And yes, I admit, I held the pan flat when stratifying.

[@TheDoItYourselfWorld]

Your videos are the best I have seen on panning for gold and looking for gemstones. And I see that your video quality has been improving over time as well.

[@dennisshoemaker2789]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! Great video!

[@savannahbanana3183]

Thank you Dan, I come back and double check every now and then to make sure I continue to pan correctly. Appreciate you.

[@Danhurd]

Perfect!

[@austinthompson5648]

I liked the slow mode of the pan great explanation of the skill dan

[@Sal1066]

Thanks Dan, as a new, never prospected before prospector, this is VERY helpful!

[@nafanuanafanua]

I really appreciate your videos. Thank you! I took the family out and came back with a bucket but didn’t find any gold, but the time spent with the family and watching the kids have a blast is more valuable. We’re going to keep trying however ;)

[@gregwilkins7649]

Thanks for sharing this knowledge.

[@yeoldescratch3345]

I wish this video tutorial was around when I first started, this is the best instructional video I've seen. Your description for explaining stratifying was the best explanation I've heard and this would certainly help any newcomer to understand the importance and reasoning behind it. Thanks for sharing. Aussie Stu

[@EdwardJames-ng2vp]

Super helpful......everything my dad taught me was wrong....But that was in the dark ages when I was a kid and using those smooth metal pans.....

[@lukehayvaz9194]

Thank you so much. Just got a pan and found so much gold. Found a great spot with a natural sluice, pick up by hand and brought home 2 gallon ziplocks of black sand to pan. Getting 1/8 teaspoon of gold per cup of sand. I needed some tips.

[@JJ-vf4id]

Excellent video. Thank you for making this.

[@Dsoginventor]

Dan, I watched your video and was waiting for you to point out the big taboo; circular stratifying!!!! Took you awhile to get to it, but YAY, you said NEVER do it!!

[@Danhurd]

yes.....

[@bhuff557]

Thanks Dan I learned how to pan by watching KZbin videos and doing it on my own ipan at least a couple times and then I let it dry completely and I always go back through it little at a time pulling it down with my finger and using a magnifier to check if I have messed any gold.

[@ingo8366]

Hi Dan, I'm glad to see you're in good health again after your cardiac difficulties. About your video, the Super Sluice is also my favouried pans. Another one i like a lot is the Gold Claw. Best wisches from Germany, Ingo

[@iamyourgod530]

thanks Dan. I appreciate it I have been gold panning on a small creek in upper California

[@akenney1234]

Big thanks to you! We moved to the US last year and I tried panning for the first time today. Found nothing, probably did everything wrong but loved it! I now have a better idea of how I should be panning. Thanks 😎

[@robertbarbour7017]

Brilliant tutorial. Thank you.

[@johnmclaren7059]

Mr.Hurd, well done on yet another video tutorial! I’ve been following your videos for a few years now and have finally taken the plung into the Fraser! You pointed out the do’s & don’ts and I caught myself doing the incorrect way a few times ! Still I’ve gotten colour but now with doing it the correct way Iam catching more gold ! Thank you sir!

[@GSProspecting]

cool class today. can't wait to see waits next.GOLD SQUAD OUT!!

[@Danhurd]

more coming soon

[@lucasreid6335]

Really appreciate you giving us those tips

[@danielmize6567]

I never had an interest in gold panning until Dan Hurd came across my feed with his big friendly smile. Can't wait to give it a try!

[@QuadiC]

Thank you very much. You are a good teacher...

[@TimIrvin]

It's abundantly clear that you are an educator at heart. Thanks so much! Peace

[@Danhurd]

Thanks!

[@victoriagautier2000]

Excellent video. You sure boosted our confidence this morning. I love the way you explain things. Then the recap putting everything together was excellent. Can't wait to go pan some more gold! ❤️

[@davecameron4674]

Excellent information and demo ! Just getting started panning. I live in Oklahoma , USA. No gold here ! Will pan in Alaska and Colorado in May. When someone asks how I learned , I’ll say , “Dan Hurd taught me “.😎🌟Thank you !

[@Mr_Solo_Dolo]

Very informative! Thank you for this, I am new and looking to just get into this as a reason to get outside. The panning seemed like it was going to be harder than it looked, but you gave me some confidence to give a try and not feel lost while doing it.

[@chetwilson5851]

Thanks Dan. I've never panned before but have been watching a lot of your videos. I'm excited to try and i feel confident to find something. I appreciate your videos

[@Danhurd]

Nice!

[@shaneloper3939]

Wow.....i have no idea why I randomly searched for "gold panning" today but what a great and informative video. Thank you sir!

[@BASSinMontana]

Been lurking around on this channel for a while. Finally picked up a sluice box and some pan's! Thanks for the encouraging vodeos!!!!!!!!!!

[@williamhusseyjr1143]

You damn right anyone can use that pan - first day and I found a flake. Was worried about my method of panning hence the reason I came to this video, of which I appreciate very much. Thank you!

[@vk2ktm]

This is the most useful video on gold panning that I've seen - and I've watched a few now. Everyone tells me what to do. Dan, you are the first person that has ever told me what not to do. thank you.

[@vk2ktm]

ps, just in case you do read this, you earned my subscription a while ago, and I will be passing on your info to people for whom I hope it will change their lives.

[@mattcrownover6439]

Thanks Mr. Hurd, always good to have refreshers. Well presented.

[@DerekF242]

Probably the best and easiest to understand panning video I've seen. Thanks Dan!

[@Danhurd]

Wow, thanks!

[@DerekF242]

@@Danhurd Specifically the "Rush of water out of your pan..." Really solidified it!

[@Bryan46162]

Best panning tutorial I have come across!

[@davidzoroastrian5920]

Thank you dear friend Dan! I love you very much! God bless you!

[@edwardleonard3072]

Best video on how to use your pan I've seen! Thanks Dan!

[@richardyaple7840]

Very educational thanks Dan

[@patricktoulze1274]

Thank You Dan for the great tips.

[@lucasreid6335]

This was a great watch. Always like learning any tips I can.....thank you

[@Chris-yg5vh]

Great video for newbies and pros alike. I stratify flat at first to get the larger chunks to the top then pick through them for any cool specimens, then tip my pan and give it shake. I tell everyone the water when shaking the pan should look like violently boiling water.

[@j-rl6221]

Great video! Love your work! Thanks for all you do.

[@huameizhang6414]

My school is going to Sacramento and going to pan for gold. Thanks for the tips!❤😊

[@jasonsmall6224]

Thank you for continuing to produce the educational and entertaining content that so many people have benefitted from over the years, I myself have learned so much from your free content you provide here on youtube and have personally moulded my technique using your videos as the base knowledge. Cheers dan and hope all the best for you, keep at the excellent work and hope your 2022 mining season treats you well

[@humankind1468]

Are there laws on where can look for gold in creeks?

[@saraandhughtuckey1284]

Great video thank you for posting !

[@MBwelding]

Awesome tips thanks can’t wait to put them to use in the little creeks I come across in my travels

[@adamsowers8957]

I'm new to panning. Thanks. Great info. Found my first nugget. Just under 2 oz's. I'm hooked.

[@306angling6]

This helped so much! Thank you Dan!

[@jessicatbatten]

Thanks for this Dan! I live in the south Okanagan and I’m excited to start. I’ve been researching all of this and can’t wait. Thank you for all of your wonderful, tips, tricks and good vibes :)

[@kevintulak9987]

Very helpful, getting me closer to going out and trying bad back and all. Thanks for sharing.

[@Danhurd]

You're welcome!

[@outdoorfanatics4596]

Thank you Mr. Hurd for the great panning and gold tips. Im trying to stay optimistic, just started up and havent had much luck. Im in the Motherlode region (CA) so I know its there. Getting better at panning, getting to black sand just not finding gold. I need to rewatch your videos on dig location. Your videos help me stay tuned, focused and passionate. Keep em up! Thanks!

[@jonathanfox3285]

Thank you!!! You are near the top rungs for teachers, thank you so much.

[@jonathanfox3285]

Ok i did this at less than 5 min. He is my second best teacher.

[@jasonpage6249]

Thank you for the education from a guy in the states that is eager to get into the hobby

[@rideplayrepeat3941]

This is really such an unbelievably incredible video man. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@adamstevens9642]

Very helpful! Thank you

[@robinharris6697]

Thanks a lot Dan. Just getting started and this tutorial is awesome.

[@ggp11]

Brilliant. Thank you.

[@steveslone3206]

Everything I have learned about panning for gold I learned from you. Thanks for the education.

[@oscarmedina1303]

Great video Dan. Thank you for posting. My wife and I are just getting into panning and rock hounding. Love your channel.