The Brief
- A local Youtuber is sharing his panning expeditions from right here in Minnesota.
- Flecks of gold can be found in streams and creeks in the Twin Cities.
- While not a moneymaker, this fun hobby has led to thousands of followers on social media for Glacial Gold Hunter.
(FOX 9) – When you think of panning for gold, you likely think of states like California or Alaska. One geologist is finding flecks of treasure right in our backyard.
Lucas Lundgren is a geologist by trade, but in his free time he pans for gold across the Midwest. He calls himself ‘Glacial Gold Hunter’, and he’s created quite a following on YouTube and Instagram.
Panning in Minnesota
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