Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association NEWSLETTER

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1 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) DEC 2015 Pg. 1 Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association NEWSLETTER Miner of the Month for DEC SUSAN 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 DEC Susan Doyle Thank you for going above and beyond for the betterment of tour members Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) A n n u a l C h r i s t m a s P a r t y B u f f e t a n d P o t l u c k Thursday Evening December 17, 2015 VFW Hall in Anderson 3210 W Center St, Anderson, CA Social hour 5:30 to 6:30 Buffet starts at 6:30 Live Dance Music by LOU WHITE & THE BAND If you misplaced your reservation form see page for Christmas Party Details. See Flyer for more details on page 6 We have more prizes for the raffle! Other prizes: Gift cards and a special prize 1/10th oz American gold eagle gold coin. Fourth Prize Hand made Quilt by Cassie Zucco. The threads are gold. The quilt is in the shape of a gold pan. Beautiful work.

2 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) DEC 2015 Pg. 2 SMPA Officers and Board Members If you need information about the club activities please contact us Officers and Directors and Chairs O ffi 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 tecting 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 ett ( ) Bob C a rpe n t e r ( ) K e n n y Chin n ( ) G e n e C layto n ( ) SMPA 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. Diana Clayton A letter from our President, Diana Clayton Dear Shasta Miners and Prospectors: Congratulations to the Miner of the year 2015 Kenny Chinn.! Congratulations to the officers and new board members for 2016 President Diana Clayton Vice president Donna Davis Secretary Susan Doyle Treasurer Wayne King Welcome 2016 Board Members Dick Kingsmore, Robert Reed Mike Russell and Dan Collier They will begin their role as new board members beginning Jan I look forward to hearing ideas for the new year. Everyone should have received their Christmas Party RSVP form and also received a bundle of raffle tickets. Requests have been made for more raffle tickets. They will be on sale at the party. Be sure to wear your name badge. If you have not yet sent in your form, you have another chance to do so. Enclosed is the RSVP form. Call Donna or me to let us know you are planning to attend. We need the official head count for dinner for the VFH. Bring your form with you and pay at the party. I look forward to the wide array of potluck dishes. Last year was outstanding. I hope to enjoy the same this year. Last month s meeting was well attended and a lively discussion took place.! Thank you Jordon Constantino for being a great helper with the raffle tickets. If I don t see you at the Christmas Party, I sincerely wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Diana SMPA 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. GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFTS!

3 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) DEC 2015 Pg. 3 DONNA DAVIS V. PRESIDENT AND MEMBERSHIP CHAIRPERSON Hello fellow miners Hello Fellow Miners, Well 2015 is almost over. I find it hard to believe it s almost 2016!! Where does the time go? I want to say THANK YOU to our illustrious President Diana Clayton for all her hard work and time. Just being president is time consuming but also being the editor and chief of our newsletter is stressful (to say he least). I would also like to say thank you to all the board members for all of their input on the future of our organization. Without them we wouldn t have this great club!!! Thanks also to all of the volunteers that helped support the club thru the year, Sometimes year after year etc. all in all we are a great whole!!!! For information on the Christmas party ---- PLEASE READ THE ENCLOSED FLYER!! It is going to be a great party!!! Hope all can make it. Let s hope that 2016 will be a better year for us miners even though it s looking rough---i m still holding out hope. Wishing everyone a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! Happy mining FOR SALE Whites Metal Detector Good Condition MFX Contact Maurice Huff at SOLD!!! 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) COREY CHRIS DANIEL RICHARD MIKE LUIS PAUL CHARLES CYRUS (SR) RALPH MAURICE KELLY GENE BOB LEE JULIE RONALD EVE ERROL ARTHUR ROD HOWARD JR JIM PAUL CHRIST CLINTSMAN COLLIER DAVIE DILLARD HAMILTON HAMLIN HERMANN HERRERA HIGBEE HUFF JONES KALBAUGH KNOX LAVOY MARINKOVICH OLIVER RISING RUNYON STEINBACH TESSIER WALDRON WILKINSON WOODROME DECEMBER WILLIAM JIM RUBEN JACKIE TAMMY LINDA DENIESE DIANNA SHIRLEY BETTY LUANNE CAROLYN DEANIE ROBINSON November Metal Detecting Outing Eight brave souls participated in the November Outing at Foothill High School. Those attending were Ruben Porras, Art Nellessen, Bob Hill, Tom Kibat, Mike Abernathy, Howard Waldron, John King, and me. The temperature at the beginning of the Outing was in the low 40 s but as the day progressed it warmed up and the day became quite pleasant and a good day for detecting. No big treasures were found but as always all those in attendance found some coinage and small items of jewelry. A couple of the participants were new to the hobby and by the end of the event they were becoming familiar with their detectors and successful in finding hits and digging treasures. If the weather holds, the time and location of the December Outing will be available by calling me at telephone number Hope to see you all at the Christmas Party and if I don t see you, I wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas. Bill WOOD- WARD SKINNER PORRAS BRANDVOLD DOUSE GERBAUER HANSON KIBAT KYLE MORAN PIERCE ROBERTS SANTOS NEW MEMBERS AND RENEWALS JIM ROBERT ROBBI TEE JONATHON GUS MISTY JONATHON RUBEN SHIRLEY SCOTT SKINNER FREDERICK SAMPLES CLARKE FRIEND BAKER Baker COLLINS PORRAS PORRAS HARMON Nov. Meeting supported about 78 attendees.

4 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) DEC 2015 Pg. 4 Susan Doyle Shasta Miners and Prospectors Meeting Minutes Submitted by Susan Doyle Nov 19, 2015 Minutes Anderson Grange Hall 8085 Airport Way, Redding, CA President Diana Clayton called the meeting to order at 7:12 pm. Kenny Chinn led the members in the flag salute. Diana welcomed everyone and requested all guests, and new members present to introduce themselves and express their interest. Diana then introduced the candidates for positions on the Board. Announcements President Clayton thanked members for their donations to the Christmas Raffle, including a quilt from Cassie Zucco, chocolate from Emily Rankin, and a 1/10 oz. gold American Eagle Coin, from the New 49er s. Bob Burdett won a nugget from the New 49er s raffle. Miner of the Month Bill Doyle was named Miner of the Month for December. President Clayton then introduced all the Miner s of the Month for 2015, for the purpose of voting for Miner of the Year. Gene Clayton graciously removed his name from the ballot because he has been so honored in the past. Meeting Program Kenny Chinn gave a brief overview of SB637, which has already passed the California Legislature and been signed into law by Governor Brown. It will go into effect on January 1 st, The law will require obtaining a permit for which there has been no provision. Nothing motorized may be used in the water for the purpose of mining. Panning is exempt, (with permit?). The Club is trying to get a person of authority for the January Meeting to discuss the new law.the feeling is that this was pushed through the legislative process to defeat the Reinhart Decision. Show & Tell Bob Burdett demonstrated a dry washer of his design and fabrication and discussed his past use of this method of mining, in view of SB637, a very timely exercise. Jim Fisher brought in his collection of meteorites, collected over time, mostly in the Arizona Gold Basin. Jim has worked with the University of Arizona, plotting the locations of the meteorites to determine impact locations. His display is of CL4 meteorites, a combination of iron & nickel. Bob Carpenter brought in a piece of wood that looked like a creature with teeth. Find of the Month There were no submissions for Find of the Month. Claims Report Mike Abernathy was not in attendance, he was celebrating his birthday; however, he sent word that he would be at Chick s Place, on Saturday, November 9:00 am for a mining outing. Metal Detecting Bill Doyle The October Outing was held at Shastice Park, in the City of Mount Shasta, on Saturday, October 24, Nine persons attended, everyone found some change. Bill assisted persons with familiarization of their detectors, and techniques. Bob Graff suggested detecting under the Diestlehorst Bridge, an area that was recently cleared of brush and where there are building foundations. The area is populated with the homeless and members are advised to take precautions. The November Outing will be at Foothill High School, 9:00 am, Saturday, November 28 th. Treasurer s Report Wayne King Wayne reports that money is coming in from the Christmas Party & Raffle Tickets. Total Club assets are 2, A copy of Wayne s report is submitted with the minutes. Minutes The Minutes of the October Meeting were accepted as presented in the newsletter, without correction, on a voice vote. Logo/Clothing Mary Ann Stevens reports that members are picking up their ordered items, check with her if you are waiting for an order. Membership Donna Davis Reservations are coming in for the Christmas Party. Remember to turn in the stubs with your name on them for the raffle. Members are asked to respond by December 8 th for the Christmas Party so that arrangements can be finalized. The Lou White Band will be with us again this year. Members interested in receiving Christmas gifts from Santa, should see Donna to make arrangements Election Results Betty Leas announce the election results: Officers will remain unchanged; Board Members will be Dick Kingsmore, Robert Reed, Mike Russell, Dan Collier; and Miner of the Year is Kenny Chinn. President Clayton thanked Betty and her committee for all their work. Raffle Raffle was conducted by Diana Clayton, Kenny Chinn and Jordan Constantino: 50/50 Drawing was won by Glenn Phelps Gold Nugget was won by Wayne King Name Tag was won by Cindy Loftus. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Susan J. Doyle, Secretary Monex Spot Prices Monex Spot Gold Monex Spot Silver

5 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) DEC 2015 Pg. 5 To access SMPA 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 Dec 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 Dec 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) Find of month: no submissions. Show and Tell: Bob Burdett gave a very lively and interesting demonstrated of a dry washer of his design and fabrication and discussed his past use of this method of mining The presentation was quite informative! Jim Fisher brought in his collection of meteorites, collected over time, mostly in the Arizona Gold Basin. Jim has worked with the University of Arizona, plotting the locations of the meteorites to determine impact locations. His display is of CL4 meteorites, a combination of iron & nickel. Fascinating presentation. Bob Carpenter brought in a piece of wood that looked like a creature with teeth SAVE THE DATES for 2016 EVENTS 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) 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 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 THIS IS A GREAT DEAL! Mike says he will be at the French Gulch Claims Dec. 19. Bring your stuff, let s find gold. Any questions, give him a call. Hed says may be the last chance to use your equipment.

6 Annual Christmas Party Reservation Form Please return by DEC. 8, 2015 YOU ARE INVITED Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) A n n u a l C h r i s t m a s P a r t y B u f f e t a n d P o t l u c k Thursday Evening December 17, 2015 VFW Hall in Anderson 3210 W Center St, Anderson, CA Live Dance Music by LOU WHITE & THE BAND Cost 14 per person for Dinner Kids under 8 is 6 DINNER RESERVATION Reservation NAME: First: LAST ADDRESS: City: ST ZIP Telephone: I will be attending the party. Number of people attending in your party: Number of children 8 or under: GIFT EXCHANGE Yes: No 14 per person x number of people: 6 per child per person x number of child I am participating in gift exchange:. Yes: No Number of people participating in Gift Exchange: 10 per person times number of people = Please indicate that gifts/s is for man woman child. GREAT RAFFLE PRIZES see attached flyer First Prize Garret AT Gold, Second Prize ¼ ounce Gold nugget Third Prize Falcon Gold tracker RAFFLE NEED NOT BE PRESENT TO WIN Ticket Prices 1 ticket is 2 or you can buy 6 tickets (combo) for 10. Buy the combo you get one extra ticket I am buying (how many) single tickets at 2 dollar per ticket. I am buying (how many) combo packet of tickets at 10 apiece. If you want more tickets let us know. They are also on sale at the general meetings. I AM ENCLOSING A CHECK FOR THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF PLEASE send this form along with your check or money order to Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association By Dec 8 to P.O. Box 10929, Anderson, CA Check should be made out to SMPA Amount TOTAL Amount Enclosed Suggestions for a potluck dish to bring: If your last name begins with: A to G desert dish or cakes or cookies, H to L salad dish or deviled eggs, or olives M to P veggie dish Q to S pumpkin pie T to Z apple pie Olives, deviled eggs, pickles, are always needed. Or just bring your favorite dish. For questions or more info please contact Donna Davis at Diana Clayton at

7 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) DEC 2015 Pg. 7 SHASTA MINERS AND PROSPECTORS ASSOCIATION (SMPA) MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Please CIRCLE one: NEW membership or Renewal Please check mark type of membership Individual Family (includes spouse and children under age of 18) Senior & Spouse (Age 70+) 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, SMPA 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 SMPA Yes or No? Receive SMPA Yes or No? I hereby apply for membership/renewal with SMPA. I understand that SMPA 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. SMPA 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 SMPA. 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 SMPA 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 SMPA 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: SMPA P.O.BOX Anderson CA 96007

8 Shasta Miners and Prospectors Association (SMPA) DEC 2015 Pg. 8 Shasta Miners & Prospectors Association P.O. Box Anderson CA Place Stamp Here Your Membership Expiration Date is on your mailing label SMPA 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. DEC 17, 2015 Meeting Monthly General Meeting Third Thursday of Month at 7 PM Anderson Grange Hall 8085 Airport Rd, Redding Across from Kent s Groceries DEC Annual Christmas Party VFW Hall in Anderson 3210 W Center St, Anderson, CA Social hour 5:30 to 6:30 Buffet starts at 6:30 Live Dance Music by LOU WHITE & THE BAND Santa will be there too!