Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association NEWSLETTER

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1 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 1 Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association NEWSLETTER Miner of the Month for November 2015 BILL DOYLE Founded in 1959, Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association is a non-profit organization that helps small-scale miners and prospectors while educating the public about mining. The Association offers gold-bearing claims that the members can enjoy using with full access and we hold monthly meetings that are open to the public. Miner of the Month November. NOVEMBER 19, 2015 General meeting Presentation SB 637 that goes into effect Jan Open Discussion Thank you for going above and beyond for the betterment of tour members Miner of the Month for October 2015 Dan Collier Miner of the Month for September 2015 Jim Stevens Miner of the Month for August 2015 Gene Clayton Miner of the Month for July 2015 Cyrus Herrera MINER OF MONTH FOR JUNE 2015 RAY MILLS MINER OF MONTH FOR MAY 2015 CASSIE ZUCCO MINER OF MONTH FOR APRIL 2015 WAYNE KING MINER OF MONTH FOR MARCH 2015 KENNY CHINN MINER OF MONTH FOR FEB 2015 JANE AND KEITH YOUNG MINER OF MONTH FOR JAN 2015 MARY ANN STEVENS MINER OF MONTH FOR DEC 2014 AL SCHROEDER+

2 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 2 Officers and Board Members If you need information about the club activities please contact us Officers and Directors and Chairs O f f i c e r s P r e s i d e n t D ia n a C la yt o n ( ) d ia n a e c layto a o l. c o m V i c e P r e s i d e n t D o n n a D a v is ( ) d j d _ _2006@ y a h o o. c o m Secreta ry S u s a n D o y le ( ) d o y l ewt@a o l.co m Treasu re r W a y n e K i n g ( ) kingwg@yahoo.com D i r e c t o r s Chip Hess ( ) chip@theminerscache.com Kenny Chinn (5 3 0 ) buctgrd@yahoo.com Dick Kingsmore (530) dk1043@frontiernet.net Douglas Mueller (716) mrdug2001@gmail.com Legis lation C h ip H es s ( ) C h ip@mine rs ca che. c o m Metal De tect ing Outings Bi l l D o y le ( ) d o y l ewt@a o l.co m Cla ims / Outings M ike Aberna t h y ( ) u c n o k is y a h o o. com Bob B u r d e t t ( ) Bob C a rpe n t e r ( ) K e n n y Chin n ( ) G e n e C layto n ( ) Logo Clo thing Mary Ann Stevens (5 3 0 ) stvnsjms@sbcglobal.net Membership Donna Davis ( ) d j d _ _2006@ y a h o o. c o m Web Site Adm inistrator D a v id D o b b er ( ) d. d o b b er@ s b cg lo b a l.ne t Web: To access: find out what your user name and password is. The newsletter is posted to member site for current month and moved to the public access the following month. Newsletter is sent via unless otherwise indicated. IF you have an address and not getting your newsletter, be sure to check spam or junk mail. A letter from our President, Diana Clayton The recent passage of SB 637 is a big disappointment to miners. The full bill can be found at the above link. This takes effect in Jan Dear Shasta Miners and Prospectors: Last month, Bill Harn's presentation was and eye opener. Keep tabs on Minerals & Mining Regulatory Reform Act A Clear Path Respecting Mining Rights a copy of the bill can be located at This may the best approach yet for miners. We are trying to get someone from Fish and Game to speak on this, but so far no one wants to talk about It. Mark Stoffer with Fish and Game said they are not allowed to comment, all inquires go to the Sacramento Office. In the meantime we plan to least have an overview and open discussion of this bill at he Nov. 19 meeting. Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays are upon us. Everyone should have received their Christmas Party RSVP form and also received a bundle of raffle tickets. We are starting to get returns already. We have very nice raffle prizes so we hope you buy as many as you can. More prizes will be added. Enclosed in the newsletter is the ballot for the yearly election of officers, board members and for the miner of the year. If you can t make the meeting please send your ballot to us. I hope to see you at the meeting and if I don t may your Thanksgiving be a joyous affair. Diana Diana Clayton SB billtextclient.xhtml?bill_id= sb637 Logo Clothing Chairperson, Mary Ann Stevens stvnsjms@sbcglobal.net Ph.: (530) We have nice hoodies, t-shirts, tank tops, hats, and iron-on emblems. These items are on display and are for purchase at each general meeting.

3 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 3 DONNA DAVIS V. PRESIDENT AND MEMBERSHIP CHAIRPERSON Hello fellow miners Well here it is thanksgiving already, where does the time go? I wish everyone a happy thanksgiving. The Christmas letter has been sent out please let me know if you haven t receive one as I have more available. There will be Christmas raffle tickets available at the meeting on the 19 th. We will be voting at this meeting for the new officers for 2016! Good luck to all who are running. There is going to be an open discussion on SB 637 at this meeting and should be informative. Hope to see all of you at the meeting on the 19 th. Happy mining DONNA DAVIS Vice President Donna Davis ( ) d j d _ _2006@ yah o o. c o m FOR SALE Whites Metal Detector Good Condition MFX Contact Maurice Huff at Guided Metal Detector Outings: Guided metal detecting outing usually occur on the Second Sat. morning after our regular scheduled meeting. The location of the hunt is announced at the general meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting please contact Bill Doyle, Metal Detecting Chair. doylewt@aol.com or call (530) October Metal Detecting Outing The October outing was held at Shastice Park in Siskiyou County. The park, located in the City of Mount Shasta City, is a 38 acre park with several large picnic areas, a large playground, and softball field, a multi-purpose field, an ice rink, tennis courts, and an off leash dog park. Needless to say there are large groups of persons engaged in various activities and therefore possible lost coins and jewelry. There were 9 persons attending the outing including Bob Hill, Gary Smoot, Bill Fisher, Tony and Cindy Loftus, Phil and Betty Leas, and Susan and me. This outing was a good learning experience for many of the participants and a good hunting day for veteran detectors. All those in attendance went home with some coinage and I was fortunate to have recovered a small child s sterling silver ring. I will be scouting out new sites for future outings and will advise of the location of the November Outing at the November general Meeting. November Bill CHARLES LENARD WILEY AARON JAMES TEE TONY BOB NEW MEMBERS AND RENEWALS DICKENS ROBINSON SMITH STINER TAPPENBECK CLARKE LOFTUS HILL RON ROBERT JIM PHIL BOB PEMBER GRAFF SKINNER BATTON BURDETT MICHEAL MARK DAVID HAROLD DAN KENNETH MICHAEL GLYNN JOE (B) JR LOREN MILLIE RON DAREN FRANK ABERNATHY BISTARKEY BURGE BURNETT BYSTLE DEHAY DUNN GREGORY HALAS HOLLOWAY HOSIER HOWE HUSA LAIN TOM JAMES GEORGE CHUCK STEVEN MANFRED ANDREW JOHN MIKE AL MIKE CHRISTO- BRAD AARON LOGSDON LYTLE MARTIKKE MILLER MOREFIELD DARRELL PASSMAN SHEENA RAICH RHEA RUSSELL SCHROEDER KIM SMITH SORLING STANFORD STINER SARAH DARLA JEANNIE CARRIE CHERIE BANDY BATTON BUNCH ENGELL HARDCAS- SCOTT MC CLAIN GRETCHEN BAKER SHEILA JUDY KAREN PALOMA DAVIS LOWE SPENCE

4 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 4 Susan Doyle Shasta Miners and Prospectors Meeting Minutes Submitted by Susan Doyle Oct. 15, 2015 Minutes Anderson Grange Hall 8085 Airport Way, Redding, CA President Diana Clayton called the meeting to order at 7:05 pm. Kenny Chinn led the members in the flag salute. Diana welcomed everyone and requested all guests, new/returning members present to introduce themselves and express their interest. Announcements Thanks to Mary Ann & Jim Stevens, and Donna Davis and her granddaughter, for manning the Panning Demonstration at the Shasta Gem & Mineral Show at the Shasta County Fairgrounds in Anderson on October 10 th & 11 th. Sincerest sympathies go out to Linda Bova, on the passing of her beloved husband, Don. Don was a longtime member, and great friend, he will be missed. Miner of the Month Dan Cowboy Collier was named miner of the month, in appreciation of making his family homestead available to the club member of the September Outing. President Diana Clayton introduced herself, and the other officers and board members. Meeting Program Scott Harn, Publisher/Editor/Owner, of the Prospecting & Mining Journal and a member of the Minerals & Miners Advisory Council, gave a brief history of mining in California, how mining laws were developed and changed. He also discussed miner s groups that are trying to rescue mining and miners from government overreach. A legislative bill is being developed to be introduced to congress to protect miner s rights. President Clayton presented Mr. Harn with a Certificate of Appreciation for his presentation. Break for refreshments. Ray Mills distributed hats and T-shirts with Fisher advertising to interested members present. He would like to plan another outing, with a smaller group, while the creek beds and hills are still dry. Nominating Committee Betty Leas has been working with the Nominating Committed contacting members interested in a position as a club officer or board member. She requested any interested members, in good standing, please contact her or a member of the Committee. Hidden Coin The Hidden Coin has not been found--watch for a new clue in the newsletter. Find of the Month Bill Doyle won with his watch, found at Pismo Beach. Mark Gowan submitted his pry bar, found on the Bull Dog Claim Metal Detecting Bill Doyle Next Metal Detecting Outing will be at Shastice Park, City of Mount Shasta, on October 24 th, 9:00 a.m. Claims Report Mike Abernathy Mike will be unable to attend the Outing on Saturday, October 17 th ; however, Phil Batton will help be available for assistance at the Bull Dog Claim. Due to the length of the program the Minutes and the Treasurer s Report were skipped. Raffle Raffle was conducted by Diana Clayton, Mike Abernathy and Velva Langststraat: 50/50 Drawing was won by Gary Hanson, in the amount of $ Gold Nugget was won by Burl Crocfer. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Susan J. Doyle, Secretary CHRISTMAS RAFFLE TICKETS available at Meeting 6 tickets for $10 1 ticket $1. First Prize Garret AT GOLD Metal Detector Value about $800 2nd Prize Gold Nugget Quarter Ounce Value about $300 3rd Prize Falcon Pin Pointer Value about $250 Plus more prizes to be announced Winners will be draw at the Christmas Party on Dec. 17 Your RSVP Christmas Packets were sent out Oct. 31. If you did not get a packet please let us know.

5 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 5 To access Facebook copy and paste the following address to google search Check out our Web at: shastaminersandprospectorsters.org HIDDEN COIN Monthly Contest Coin is still out there. As of Nov 5, Here is the first clue. By Tom Kibat CLUES: FIRST CLUE FOR NEW HUNT Look behind the first mayor of Redding, who has his back on the hidden coin in Caldwell Park SECOND CLUE SEPT 5 Looking from the back of the mayor The hidden coin is only 50 feet away Third Clue Nov 5 Look around the tall trees that grow to the sky Treasures are out there! FIND of the MONTH CONTEST and SHOW AND TELL ADVENTURES Be sure to bring your metal detecting or prospecting finds to the meeting. The winner of the contest receives 1/2 silver dollar (value about $15) Bill Doyle won with his watch, found at Pismo Beach. Mark Gowan submitted his pry bar, found on the Bull Dog Claim. Show and Tell (NO SUBMISSIONS) KILN For Sale $425 OR BEST OFFER Kiln, Neycraft JFF-2000 Burnout Oven $425 Fiber furnace, 115 volt, 12.7 amps, chamber size 9 x9 dx 6-1/2 inch h Burnout oven for lost wax casting, the very popular Neycraft JFF-2000 fiber furnace burnout kiln is ideal for casting wax burnout, enameling, laboratory and heat treating. The item is used and is in great condition, asking 4425 or best offer; contact Bill at SAVE THE DATES for 2015 EVENTS Annual Christmas Party Dec 17 Save the date Claims Outings: Metal Detecting: Monthly Meeting: Monthly claims outing usually follow the Sat. after the general meeting. Monthly outings are usually scheduled on the second Sat. following the meeting Third Thursday of the month Guided Claims Outings: Guided Claims outings are scheduled the first Sat. following the general meeting. For more information contact Michael Abernathy, Claims Chair. Ucnokiss@yahoo.com or call 530) Hello Fellow Miners, The outing will be announced at meeting. In the mean time I am working so was not able to get my column in. See you at the meeting. Phil Batton agreed to be onsite at Chick s place. I hope many of you were to take advantage of his experience. Right now I am pretty mad over SB more about this at the meeting.

6 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 6 Ballot for 2016 Please Vote Due November 15, 2015 if you cannot attend the Nov. 19, 2015 General Meeting. It is voting time for the new 2016 officers, board members and, miner of the year. If you cannot attend the November 19 regular meeting, please vote and return your completed ballot to: P. O. Box Anderson, CA OFFICERS running unopposed President Diana Clayton o Vice president Donna Davis o Secretary Susan Doyle o Treasurer Wayne King o 2016 Board Members- Vote for 4 people Dick Kingsmore, o Robert Reed o Mike Russell o James Woodward o Dan Collier o William Woodward. o Dec Jan Feb Mar Vote: Miner of Year 2015 Circle one only 2014 Al Schroeder 2015 Mary Ann Stevens 2015 Jane and Keith Young 2015 Kenny Chinn April 2015 Wayne King May 2015 Cassie Zucco June 2015 Ray Mills July Aug Sept 2015 Oct Nov 2015 Cyrus Herrera 2015 Gene Clayton (withdraws) Jim Stevens 2015 Dan Collier 2015 Bill Doyle Note: Gene Clayton withdrew his name from the vote.

7 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 7 SHASTA MINERS AND PROSPECTORS ASSOCIATION () MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Please CIRCLE one: NEW membership or Renewal Please check mark type of membership $40.00 Individual $50.00 Family (includes spouse and children under age of 18) $25.00 Senior & Spouse (Age 70+) $40.00 Business Card Advertising (attach business card) Legal Fund/ donation Amount: Membership rates are for one year. Membership benefits include but not limited to: monthly newsletters, monthly outings, special events, enjoy access to our many gold bearing claims, hands on education about gold prospecting and metal detecting from our many experienced members. See our web page at shastaminersandprospectors.org and join us on Facebook. PRINT First Name Last Name Date of birth Member Spouse Child 1 Child 2 Child 3 Child 4 ADDRESS Street: City: State: Zip: Telephone ( ) - Cell Phone ( ) Receive Yes or No? Receive Yes or No? I hereby apply for membership/renewal with. I understand that and it s agents DO NOT provide goods or services for my activities including, for example, mining equipment or supplies, lodging, transportation, food service, etc. is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act by providers of such goods or services during my activities. I acknowledge that there may be certain risks involved with activities as a member including, but NOT limited to, rugged or uneven terrain, uncertain or unpredictable river currents, physical exertion for which I am NOT prepared, or other unknown forces of nature, high altitude, accident or illness without access to means of rapid evacuation or availability of medical supplies, the adequacy of medical attention once provided, or negligence on part of. I hereby agree to be responsible for my own welfare and accept any and all risks of unanticipated events, illness, injury, emotional trauma or death. I acknowledge that the cost of membership is based upon participants executing this release of liability. Therefore, as lawful consideration for being permitted to participate as a member, I hereby release and discharge forever smpa from any and all liability arising from my membership or my activities as a member. I agree that this release shall be legally binding upon me personally, all members of my family and all minors traveling with me, my heirs, successors, assigns and legal representatives, it being my intention to fully assume all the risk associated with my activities as a member and to release from any and all liabilities to the maximum extent permitted by law. I have read and fully understand this release and membership application. Mail the completed and signed application to: Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association Please make check payable to Signature Date: Month Day Year Print Name: P.O.BOX Anderson CA 96007

8 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association () Nov Pg. 8 Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association P.O. Box Anderson CA Place Stamp Here Your Membership Expiration Date is on your mailing label Board of Directors Meeting First Wed of Month at 6 PM VITTLES Restaurant 2385 North St. Anderson Members are always welcome to attend. 6 PM dinner; at 7 PM meeting. Nov. 19, 2015 Meeting Monthly General Meeting Third Thursday of Month at 7 PM Anderson Grange Hall 8085 Airport Rd, Redding Across from Kent s Groceries 2016 BALLOT ENCLOSED P;LEASE VOTE Nov. 19, 2015 Meeting Presentation Open Discussion SB 637