Turing Trash into GOLD Gutter Glory North Carolina Gold Prospecting ⛏️

[@joaniemckinney970]

I wasn't sure I would subscribe to you, but then you didn't kill the bee, and you were so gentle with her. Thank you! Subscribed!

[@HighCountryRocks]

I love nature. Nature is the best part of my adventures. Thank you for your Sub. Hopefully you will find something entertaining in the future. Thanks for the comment.

[@HighCountryRocks]

Every time I read this comment it makes me smile thank you for noticing something like that.

[@BrianEndreson-pk5nm]

Same here. I hate when people want to kill something for no reason.

[@micahmann6967]

Damn looking at that color filled pan from that little days work alone is really impressive. Love the enjoyment of rockhounding too and that's the whole reason you stumbled on it. That's how it is with mushrooms and arrowheads and whatever. Something is always out

[@HighCountryRocks]

I agree. It's about the adventures and the hunt and memories. That is living life. So glad you find the same joy. Thank you for the comment.

[@realeyes5875]

most excellent find! thanks for sharing the fun.

[@HighCountryRocks]

Cheap easy way to prospect for gold. Thanks for the comment!

[@dbsnyder4503]

New subscriber here. In my younger days I spent some time in the mountains of western NC. Such a beautiful area. And the gold is nice too!

[@TrashTube-rt9jw]

I like how you knew exactly how to use it and how to be careful with it. Nice find

[@HighCountryRocks]

That kinda thing does not happen everyday. I was so happy to have a camera.

[@jtprospector4501]

Awesome beautiful gold

[@HighCountryRocks]

It is tough work. The reward will keep you going.

[@hawksnestvision]

that is just crazy that you found that flume! universe is sending you a big sign graham! you're on the right path. what a fun video. thank you!

[@HighCountryRocks]

I know right!!!!! That's was so weird. I leaned alot for this experience with all that black sand! Gold fever has struck.

[@ralphralpherson9441]

some of those cubes probably aren't magnetite, but limonite cubes. Its basically decomposed pyrite when you find them in many parts of NC (depending on where you are). Its tricky and you have to look carefully at the crystal habit because limonite cubes will result from the oxidation and hydration of iron rich sulfide minerals like pyrite, but also from hydration of magnetite. So yeah, when these are formed in the rock, only the crystal habit will let you know which mineral it replaced. Lots of good limonite cubes over by the Pittsboro area, just scan the dirt near quartz deposits. Found some nice ones in Boone/Blowing Rock area too, still in the local rock. Heading down NC-321 out of Blowing rock you can find AWESOME pyrite in the local gneiss where they cut the new highway right out of the damn mountain. I love that state for gem and mineral prospecting and lately, been really thinking about trying my hand at gold prospecting using my knowledge of the geologic units in NC and all the old mining districts. But I live 4 states away and its a 6-8 hour drive for me sadly. My state's geology is boring as all hell (unless you absolutely love fern and gastropod fossils... but they get old after a while). Nice video, thanks for the tips, and I'm sure I'll get down that way sooner than later to try my hand at creeking a few spots. Oh, and if you ever wanna go ammy, beryl or corundum hunting, I can put you on a few killer locations! But not putting those honey holes in a public comment section! LOL

[@ncmtnbarbie]

Going out today for the first time in years. This got me pumped!! 🙌

[@soggybottomgoldprospecting3586]

I don’t stay far from you maybe little over a hour away. If you want to go back with someone I can bring my gold gear and make a video and hopefully find that gold. You are lucky to be in a urban area and have such good gold around. I am right on the edge of the belt so my local stuff is sporadic.

[@HighCountryRocks]

100% that would be fun. My main focus is the gem and minerals which leads me to the color sometimes... . It would be fun to work that creek properly. These mountains gold so much treasure it is unreal.

[@shaunaoneal5866]

Awesome I'm so happy to start my adventure in this I've loved ricks and gems all my life but was busy with life now my kids are almost grown i can enjoy ehat i like love your videos . Also have you found anything out about where i could look in my area of north Carolina it's okay if you have not looked yet just checking .

[@HighCountryRocks]

It might be a drive but well worth the experience. Little pine garnet mine in Marshall North Carolina is a great place to find tons of beautiful garnets. Almost anywhere in Franklin area you can find gems in small creeks and there are mining opportunities like the Sheffield Mine or Mason Mountain. Join some Rockhound pages on Facebook. (North Carolina has a bunch that will turn you on to spots.)

[@Scremndemon1]

Interesting fact Boylston gold mine which is on federal property now is up Mills River. But something else interesting is I saw it on a 1898 geological map showing gold mines. We’ve had 3 one hundred year Major floods 4 if you include the 1941 flood. I’m thinking there might be new veins not discovered while NC gold rush was in full swing😊

[@HighCountryRocks]

I like the way you are thinking. That is how you find an amazing discovery. Old maps are the missing link.

[@larrymckay5219]

You earned another subscriber! Enjoyed the video brother

[@HighCountryRocks]

Thank you for helping the channel grow.

[@Crozbyguy-rg1iu]

Well we call it a snuffer bottle and a homemade sluice, but you found some placer flood gold, Yee-Haw! There will be a ton of new gold after the hurricane waters calm down. People need the help right now too.

[@HighCountryRocks]

Events like this really help you understand how gold deposits happen. Eye opening to how far they can actually be far away from the source or the waterway that deposited it.

[@Crozbyguy-rg1iu]

@@HighCountryRocks The "inside bend" of the water way is where to test first. Big rocks = bigger gold, little rocks = little gold is the rule. There should be a honey holes after all that massive material washed out.

[@jasonmartin2103]

Awesome.! Simple works! I'm in western NC

[@southernrelics]

I just found your channel. Interesting how something so simple can be used to find gold.

[@HighCountryRocks]

I was so shocked at the clean up. Once it's wet though it's quite a heavy sluice. I have to admit I took it home. Lol thanks for the comment. I hope you find some good color on your next outing.

[@ReelSouthernOutdoors]

Work that orange layer, that's the layer I chase when dredging. I would drop a dredge in there if you can . Nice Video

[@HighCountryRocks]

You got to love that oxidized layer.

[@micahmann6967]

That's amazing how much you were able to get. What county are you in if you don't mind sharing? I'm an upstate SC native from Oconee and am just now getting the time to get dirt in my pan lol. I'd love some pointers if you have any to share... you seem to know the geology of it and how to find the good spots randomly. Equipment really is just maximizing efficiency and only increases yield by MAYBE like 10%

[@HighCountryRocks]

I do my best to find maps of the geology of potential areas where gold has been discovered. Then I find a creek or branch or stream and look for the natural traps in the waterway. The hardest part is gaining permission. I always try to respect people's property lines and ask permission. You don't want to be found in someone else's land the other way. I just got lucky . I have had countless days of prospecting and found nothing. The more you dig in and research the more you will find.

[@shucksful]

You’re killing me…I can’t wait to go sluicing again. Congrats.

[@HighCountryRocks]

Find that color!

[@Scremndemon1]

I’m thinking of hitting some areas in Transylvania County have you ever found anything there

[@HighCountryRocks]

That is one county I haven't tried for gold. I have found Ruby and Sapphire in Transylvania panning rivers.

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

I have a spot in the creek that turns 90 degrees so there is a deep hole that traps sand. Would that be a good place for gold?

[@HighCountryRocks]

I'm no expert in the Gold world just learning. But if I were you I would try to inside bend of that turn. It sounds like a good place to check out for sure. Hopefully it has gold.

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

@@HighCountryRocks Ok thanks, I have never looked for gold yet so I have no clue what I’m doing! I’ll try it there. I have some pipe that I could make that exact sluice that you found. Are the $15 gold pan kits on Amazon worth buying or just trash?

[@HighCountryRocks]

The ripples on the pan make a difference in my opinion. The snuffer bottle is key there are some nice package deals. I won't spend alot till you find the right spot or it peaks your interest. It is a great way to cool off in the summer.

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

@@HighCountryRocks Ok so I went out to our creek in Alexander county Saturday and didn’t find any gold at all. Should I try again or move to a different creek? Of course I have no idea what I’m doing. 😄

[@HighCountryRocks]

I would look for some bedrock in the creek. If you can find any cracks in the bedrock that would be a great way to test your creek again. All creeks don't have gold with that being said don't give up on your first attempt . I have found no gold in areas and then a spot that is loaded on the other side of the creek. If you strike out multiple times then j would recommend trying a new spot. Dig deep in the Gold history of North Carolina and you can find plenty of clues on where to check. Good luck !! Stuck with it and it will pay off. Make sure to enjoy the experience and the knowledge you gain.

[@thetrainchannel5125]

Any creeks I should look at for panning. I’ve gone panning only a few times and found nothing. Any tips, tricks, or possible rivers in NC?

[@HighCountryRocks]

Anything off the mountains. Let time do the work for you and find traps in creeks once it comes off the mountain.

[@soggybottomgoldprospecting3586]

Gems are something I am interested in but don’t know enough to know what to look for. If you like gems I heard around Hickory there’s good gem mines. We can get some colors and you can teach me something about gems. I heard gold like this is common in your area is that true?

[@HighCountryRocks]

I mostly slip down the mountain for everything I do. Caldwell, Burke , Lincoln , Catawba. I have found some good color in Hickory. Up in Watauga and Ashe and Avery Mitchell and Yancey I have found nothing more more than a speck. I have heard rumors though. It's easier to find it when it has weathered out of the millions of years.

[@yankeetimeline]

Those poop tube sluice works good. That area hold some serious potential!

[@HighCountryRocks]

I was shocked by the outcome. I think getting the flow adjusted and learning how to use it a little better the potential could be even better.

[@stevehill8153]

NNIce video. What size pipe did you use 4 or 6 inch?

[@slowtaknow]

I believe that contraption works better than the high dollar equipment.

[@jaredmorgan8474]

Where is this? Always wanted to go gold prospecting.

[@JDBonds]

I live in Charleston South Carolina. I bought a gold mining kit off Amazon. Where can I go find gold here in SC?

[@temureview1]

Awesome!!!!

[@tomesposito5622]

Where in North Carolina is that I'd like to go do some prospects?I have all my own equipment

[@Tide12NC]

My family came to Gatlinburg, Tn for thanksgiving from Alabama. Been coming up since the 70’s. I tried and tried to get my wife to drive over into NC to look for rubies and wouldn’t ride over with me. Man I was so disappointed.

[@HighCountryRocks]

I hope you get the opportunity. It is worth the trip. It is a lot of hard work though. It can be more about the experience though.

[@goldsmith1482]

Which creek are you at that’s some good gold

[@HighCountryRocks]

I will say it is in Burke County N.C.

[@LisaG-l4i]

Where is this located?

[@tomesposito5622]

I made one of those out of a corrugated drain.I cut it in half.Put some wires in it to keep it from curling up.And I made myself the cold with a snail fluid.Because when you take the wires out it rolls up like a snail

[@mandybrown7758]

What great creek

[@HighCountryRocks]

A creek that just keeps giving.

[@davetruuder5754]

@@HighCountryRocks hi good day I have a creek in my backyard in Randolph county NC! Any tips?

[@HighCountryRocks]

I would start either in the inside of a bend of a creek or preferably find some bedrock in the creek bottom that could trap gold. Don't get frustrated if you're strike out on your first attempt give it a few shots.

[@mandybrown7758]

@@HighCountryRocks Thank you so much for the advice I so appreciate it

[@HighCountryRocks]

Let me know how it goes and if I can help in anyway. Good Luck catch that gold fever.

[@clayrogers5706]

What is the location of this creek

[@soggybottomgoldprospecting3586]

Man have you went back and hit hard yet? If so what was the results

[@HighCountryRocks]

I have not. Second trip turned into a weird situation of some dangerous mental illness. With out going into great detail that spot has been over taken by a homeless encampment. The weather should be pushing them out soon and I am sure it will require some clean up afterwards more than gold.

[@jackwyatt1218]

Piedmont NC?

[@HighCountryRocks]

Right off the mountain edges.

[@briansanson8811]

Is this close to rone mnt

[@HighCountryRocks]

Nope this one's off the mountain. I haven't been able to locate any of the mountain gold yet.

[@tinamathews3379]

I might just make one of those. I'm usually broke, so that sounds like a good idea.

[@leeduncan5819]

alight man you found my spot and my sluice lol

[@HighCountryRocks]

Lol ... It's all yours.

[@oldmountainmarineandmetals9736]

What county are you in?

[@geraldontl4739]

Has anyone ever done any digging in and around Fletcher NC? I've tried a couple of creeks and didn't find anything

[@oldmountainmarineandmetals9736]

I wonder how much you may have lost out of that hole in the side

[@HighCountryRocks]

I thought about that too.

[@Stevesbe]

Why it gotta be black sand?

[@stephenpendegraph7209]

So what part of NC are you in buddy?

[@HighCountryRocks]

Watauga County.

[@stephenpendegraph7209]

@@HighCountryRocks Nice I'm in Davidson. About 25 mins from Elderado.

[@HighCountryRocks]

Any good finds down your way?

[@stephenpendegraph7209]

@@HighCountryRocks Yeah man. I dont do the KZbin vids but my prospecting buddies do. Not promoting anything but you can see in their vids whats a normal take around here.. X4 Prospecting and Internal compass of nc. Also Benzo gold, Lee Hendrix. All those guys are in my same area. You should come down one sat when we get water back in moccasin creek in Uwharrie. I can almost guarantee you will not leave empty handed.

[@HighCountryRocks]

X4 is awesome. I support all the local guys. You're totally welcome to drop a name anytime. Maybe we'll cross path someday.

[@daviddavids2884]

make yourself a water-proof magnet, for Wet, black sand removal. aka magnet inside a pill-bottle.

[@HighCountryRocks]

Love it! Great cheap tip. I am going to go through all the black sand again so I will take your advice. What a job to separate!

[@treyivey5431]

I got a backhoe 😊

[@HighCountryRocks]

Now we just need the land.. lol

[@txdocprich_8404]

I really wanna try panning, don’t know much though. I do like finding minerals. Propst farm was amazing.

[@HighCountryRocks]

I watched Dan Hurd on KZbin. He is the best teacher for panning. Buy a kit online and buy some dirt that has a small amount of gold in jt for like 40$ and practice with that. It is a blast and a great way to learn. Glad to hear you enjoyed Propst Farm it is a really challenging day and dig and every piece is a reward.

[@jacobgoble9601]

Burke Country huh? Ive got some research on the area and have hit a few creeks in the area. Could you either give me a general area or maybe send me an email?

[@jacobgoble9601]

maybe near the flea market? ive hit silver creek at the public panning area before with surprising results.

[@HighCountryRocks]

Not to the gorge but different creeks surrounding it are hit or miss.

[@tinylimo4987]

that was kewl what krick was that, we have a group of prospectors that go out and dig a couple times a week send me an email if you ar interested

[@HighCountryRocks]

Thank you . It was a Burke Co. N.C. small creek. No name just lucky.

[@tinylimo4987]

We have a place like that here, no name but full of gold, but it drys up in the summer, we are working in Uwharrie right now

[@HighCountryRocks]

Yeah I stumbled on this one accidentally looking for quartz crystals. The Uwharrie is where you want to be during the summer. Good luck. Idk if you have Instagram? I have the same name and it is easier to communicate.