How to Find Gold in Northern Ontario
About this episode
In this episode, geologist Mark Hall discusses gold prospecting techniques and shares insights while Bill tries gold panning.
In this episode of Backroads Bill, we sit down with geologist, prospector, and landman Mark Hall to explore the fascinating world of gold prospecting in Northern Ontario.Mark explains how gold forms, where prospectors look for it, and what it really takes to find it. We also follow along as Bill tries his hand at gold panning, uncovering a few flakes along the way while learning the techniques, tools, and history behind one of Canada's oldest outdoor pursuits. 0:00 – Meet Geologist & Prospector Mark Hall 3:16 – Where to Find Gold in Northern Ontario 06:13 – How to Choose the Best Gold Panning Location 12:18 – Gold Panning Tools & Techniques 19:01 – Can You Actually Make Money Panning for Gold?
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