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Thanks so much for the info, that's really positive. I was thinking of Glenalva might be a good place to start. its funny you mention gold, as that's what I used to fossick for. Gemstones are a whole new process! Happy to put in the work if there is a good chance of finding something.

Hi, As the topic asks, are the designated tourist fossicking sites worth going to still? Have they been dug to death or is is there still a chance of finding some scraps? Would love to hear opinions on the region. Thanks!

Thanks for your reply, you make some very good points! It's a shame, but understandable. That's very interesting but if history too. Thanks.

Is there any current miners that might be willing to offer a tailings pile for a family to noodle through at the Ridge? I am taking the family up there in September, 10 and 12 year olds, and would love to find some space that is safe and not encroaching on a miner, that might have a better...

Kmart have a pet mat that basically has miners moss on it... $5. Guess it depends how much you are after and if you're a cheap arse like me :P

Thanks for your response, very helpful. Yep, already have the permit. State Forests seem like the easiest option, but I expect many have been done to death.... still worth a look though. I am bit slow on the uptake and want to make sure I understand...to confirm, in relation to my first...

Hi Everyone, I am very new to fossicking and am trying to get my head around some of the mapping and rules for where I can actually fossick/prospect. So I have found somewhere I would like to go and try my luck. This is what the map looks like on the Forestry Corps Maps. I can see this in...

Hey Crowfan, How did you go? I am thinking of taking my boys (8 and 10) down there this weekend (we are in Canberra). This will be my first fossick ever, so if you are bored please feel free to join us, need all the advice I can get.... there is only so much YouTube can show you. ;)

Hehe, I am actually a mum :P Thanks for the info, I am hoping to find sapphires too. Anything really.

Hi Everyone, I am just starting out and can't wait to find some/any treasure I can. I am taking my 2 boys (8 and 10) out on the weekend to try our luck out at Oberon (we are in Canberra). I imagine fossicking is going to be a lot harder than I expect and we wont find anything, but the thrill...