Hit The Gold Trails With

Kevin Hoagland

An open invitation for GPAA members to meet up and prospect on GPAA claims across the country. These events are free for GPAA Members & Guests. Keep scrolling for more info ⬇️

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Prospecting for Gold on GPAA Claims

Understanding how to prospect any GPAA claim is your key to success. There are time tested, proven methods to prospecting that members are learning with each Gold Trails get togethers.

By being a part of any Gold Trails event with Kevin on GPAA claims you will leave with an experience and knowledge that you can take with you to use on all claims, 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.  

Check out some past Gold Trails Get Togethers

Curious to experience the fun of a Gold Trails get-together? Check out some of Kevin's Gold Trails videos and stay in the loop by subscribing to the official Gold Prospectors Association of America YouTube channel.

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.

The events are free to attend for anyone interested in learning how to prospect for gold.

Spend some time reviewing other GPAA member reviews on the get togethers that you are going to attend by utilizing the online property guide here, Learn a little bit about the area and mostly show up with an open mind and a desire to become a better prospector and willing to pay it forward. We will reach out to you prior to the event with meet-up details and everything else you need to know to be prepared.

Don’t forget your basics…. Bucket, pan, shovel, scoop, crevice tools or picks, classifier and a snuffer bottle. We will be putting together more final details closer to the date of the event that you choose, and you will be notified via email. 

Most GPAA claims are located on BLM land, which is generally open to dispersed camping for up to 14 days at a time.

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.

Our founder George “Buzzard” Massie said to Kevin and a small group of GPAA Members, “There are three things that I want you to always make sure that you are doing, 1 make sure that our members always have a place to prospecting, 2 do everything in you power to help keep members informed and 3 (the most important to Kevin) is that at all times the GPAA is about Members helping Members to become better Prospectors”.

All of the GPAA Gold Trails videos along with hours upon hours of GPAA content can be found on the Gold Prospectors Association of America YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/@GoldProspectors

Check Back For Updates

We are in the middle of planning future Gold Trails events. Bookmark this page and check back for updates. We will also email event updates as they come in. In the meantime, you can check out events on our LDMA properties here: myldma.com

Customer Reviews

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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

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Stephen J.
Vulture bait with Kevin Hogan

What an excellent opportunity to work with Kevin and Bill the help that they gave and was able to give was extremely helpful in being more successful with the different types of metal detectors overall just a great time

No Registration Fee

Are you looking to join a "meet up" hosted by GPAA's Kevin Hoagland? Look no further! Our members can attend these events free of charge. Let us know which event you'll be joining by sending an email to KevinsGoldTrail@goldprospectors.org. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Find Some Gold

Kevin has been prospecting for gold since his childhood. With decades of experience perfecting the craft, he knows all the tips and tricks to strike a rich deposit and make it count. If you want to learn from one of the best, go out on the gold trail with Kevin and benefit from his years of hard-earned wisdom.