Beginner’s Guide to Gold Panning: How to Strike Gold in 2025

Tools, Tips, and Locations for Modern-Day Prospectors Gold panning is more than a nostalgic pastime—it’s a real way to connect with the land, unplug from the digital grind, and maybe even pocket some profit. With gold prices holding strong and interest in outdoor survival booming, 2025 is shaping up to be a golden year forContinue reading “Beginner’s Guide to Gold Panning: How to Strike Gold in 2025”

🏝️ How to Get to Morong Beach, Batanes: Fastest vs. Cheapest Routes

Morong Beach (also known as Nakabuang Beach) on Sabtang Island, Batanes is a slice of untouched paradise — famous for its crystal waters, soft white sand, and the iconic Nakabuang Arch. Here’s how to get there either fast or cheap, depending on your travel style. 📍 Where Is Morong Beach? Morong Beach is located onContinue reading “🏝️ How to Get to Morong Beach, Batanes: Fastest vs. Cheapest Routes”

The Gold Rush Is Back: How Rising Metal Prices Are Reviving Small-Scale Prospecting in 2025

Gold isn’t just glitter—it’s gaining ground again. Here’s what the new wave of prospectors need to know. Why Gold Is Hot Again in 2025 Gold prices have surged past $2,500 per ounce, fueled by a perfect storm: rising inflation, global supply chain shocks, wars disrupting trade, and eroding trust in fiat currencies. While central banksContinue reading “The Gold Rush Is Back: How Rising Metal Prices Are Reviving Small-Scale Prospecting in 2025”

Rockhounding Gear: What Every Modern-Day Treasure Hunter Should Carry

Whether you’re trekking the wilds of Arizona or just combing through a dry creek bed in your backyard, having the right rockhounding gear can make the difference between a good trip and a frustrating one. If you’re serious about finding something valuable — whether that’s quartz, garnets, agates, or something rarer — here’s what everyContinue reading “Rockhounding Gear: What Every Modern-Day Treasure Hunter Should Carry”

Top 7 Real-Life Gem Hunting Spots You Can Actually Visit

From sapphire creeks to emerald mines — here’s where to dig for treasure around the world. Ever watch a gem-hunting show and think, “Damn, I wanna do that”? Good news: you actually can. Around the world, there are real, public gem hunting spots where you can dig, pan, or screen for sapphires, emeralds, garnets, andContinue reading “Top 7 Real-Life Gem Hunting Spots You Can Actually Visit”