Spring Breakout
May 31, June 2, 2013 at the Buck Creek Campground,
Buck Creek Provincial Park Alberta
There is no better way to start the Gold Panning season in Alberta than our
Spring Breakout at
Buck Creek Provincial Park. Once again the.Alberta Gold Prospectors Association
(AGPA) is inviting both beginner novice and professional prospectors to our
Spring Breakout. A chance to meet and learn from people who love this activity,
sport, and profession. A chance to meet people for a fantastic mix of fellowship,
skill and fun. As in past years, club members will be able to camp free at
the site. Camping will be at the campground.. Arrangements have been made
to have some quad use in the area.
The schedule for the weekend will be;
Friday: Members start arriving at the River. Follow the Signs.
Saturday: 11:00 am to 1:30 pm The AGPA Gold Panning Competition with categories for
Adults, Open to any one over 16 years of age. There may be categories for children and adults, novices and Pros, depending on numbers
Kids. Learn to have fun and to compete in this competition.
Competitions are open to all.. Memberships in The AGPA is $20.00 for a single
and $30.00 for the family. So if you need too. Sign up!
Lunch is from 1:30pm to 2:30 pm
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM Claim Staking, Learn to pace off exact distances before you come
Remember, you don't have to know exactly what you are doing during these competitions.
There is always someone around that would be more than willing to pass along
some hints and advice to you. The main thing is that you get out there and give
it a try - have fun! And learn along the way.
3:30pm - 4:30pm Dirt Toss, Fill your wee shovel with as much
concentrate as you can and throw it into a gold pan some distance away. Challange
Chucker Walker, if you dare, you may have a chance to beat him as it is said
he only practices with bull.
4:30pm - 5:00pm Pan Toss This is the dangest lookimg frizby you ever saw. People have said that it has a mind of its own.
5:00pm - 6:00 pm Metal Detecting
6:00pm - 7:00pm Barbeque Dinner The day`s activities will wrap-up with a club supplied burger-hot dog dinner for members.
7:00pm - 8:00pm Awards and Prizes
There may also be a Nail Pounding Event If we can find someone to organize it.
Sunday; Some years there is an informal potluck breakfast
followed by more panning and sluicing
We hope to see you there.