Sniffing for Answers in the Trenches | Yale Panning Reserve

Welcome back to The Gold Sniffer! In this episode, I'm at the Yale Town Panning Reserve doing something a little different. Instead of just panning for gold, I take a deep dive into my trenching method and explain why I dig trenches to understand what's happening beneath the surface. Every layer of gravel, sand, clay, and cobbles tells part of the story. By reading the ground, we can learn how the river moved over time, where heavy materials settled, and where gold is most likely to be hiding. This isn't just about finding gold—it's about learning to think like a prospector and letting the ground reveal its history. If you're interested in: Gold prospecting Placer mining Reading river deposits Geology and pay streaks BC panning reserves Learning new prospecting techniques ...then you're in the right place. If you enjoyed the video, consider leaving a Like, subscribing to The Gold Sniffer, and sharing your own prospecting experiences in the comments. Every trip into the field teaches us something new, and I'm excited to share that journey with all of you. Thanks for watching, and I'll see you on the next adventure!