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Join GPAA's Kevin Hoagland and get the hands-on training you need to become more efficient and successful in gold prospecting. Keep scrolling for more info ⬇️

Gold Trails Events Are A Free Benefit Of

GPAA Membership

Understanding how to prospect for gold is your key to success. There are time tested, proven methods to prospecting that members are learning with each Gold Trails event.

By being a part of any Gold Trails event you will leave with the experience and knowledge that you can take with you to use anywhere, no matter where your prospecting takes you. From water prospecting to deserts, gold doesn’t care where it is, you just have to know how to find it. And that is the core of Kevin’s Gold Trails.  

Not a GPAA Member? Click the button below to join before reserving your Gold Trails event.

Each Gold Trails Event is 4 Days of Prospecting Education

An itinerary will be emailed to you prior to your event start date. These events fill up fast, so reserve your spot today.

Customer Reviews

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Glenn

Great class, very useful information for prospectors on any level. You will leave with a high level of confidence in looking for Gold !

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Sean B. (Oceanside, US)
Fun & Educational

I thoroughly enjoyed my time learning, being challenged and making new friends. It's not a walk in the park to be given information and then walk out to a river or a hill side and asked to think and explain, but it's fun and I took away skills that will help me grow. I highly recommend attending and learning. Many thanks to Kevin for giving of his time and to the camp hosts, Emily and Blaine. A thoroughly entertaining experience! Oh, the road to I-Bar is something else and I'll be back!

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Chad A. (Los Angeles, US)
Motivation and Education

The event was educational and motivational. Prospecting- where to find gold. Ounces per ton not a few flakes per pan. Gotta dig up a ton of trash to find ounces of gold. Thanks Kevin!

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D.C. (Santa Ana, US)
Fun

So much fun

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S.S. (Peoria, US)
My first nugget!

I showed up on day 2 never having found a nugget yet. After much guidance from Kevin and just learning how to use my machine properly I found my first gold nugget! Such an exhilarating amazing experience I’ll never forget! Met some really cool people as well!

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DALE W. (Los Angeles, US)
Best Event I have Attended

I want to extend a great Thank you to Kevin and staff involved. I basically attended a master class in prospecting and enjoyed it so much I stayed for a second event. The members that attended were all enthusiastic and super friendly. I will recommend this program to any member I meet and have already encouraged people to attend.
Thanks, Dale Warren

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Jeff S. (San Diego, US)
I did not attend this meet-up I will be at the next one

Wasn't there

FAQs

Kevin, with over half a century of global experience, is a seasoned prospector and miner. Recognizing the value of education over mere execution early in his career, he committed himself to this mission. His dedication to training has played a pivotal role in the success of numerous gold prospectors and mining operations. His belief remains steadfast: Anyone with a desire to thrive in the gold industry should be equipped with the necessary knowledge.

These events are open to GPAA & LDMA members only.

Don’t forget your basics…. Bucket, pan, shovel, scoop, crevice tools or picks, classifier and a snuffer bottle. If you're looking for further education on using a sluice box or even a Gold Rush Nugget Bucket, head up to the Mining Equipment tab at gpaastore.com and stock up.

Absolutely, gold has no idea where it is and the force that moves it. Prospecting and then mining is truly about learning how to see, not look at the ground differently. The knowledge Kevin will be sharing has been used in his prospecting worldwide.

Call (800) 551-9707 for info