Catch up on Season 1
Before the flames of war reignite, take a journey back to where it all began. As the Greens and the Blacks prepare for battle, refresh your memory of the alliances and betrayals that shaped the story so far.
These are private property where the owner owns both the minerals and the surface land. Note that there has been a federal moratorium on new patents since 1994, so these can only be bought from private owners. Lode vs. Placer: Lode: Minerals found "in place" (veins or rock).
These are the most common. You "lease" the right to extract minerals from federal land (usually managed by the BLM or U.S. Forest Service ) but do not own the land itself. how to buy a gold claim
Before you buy, you must know what rights you are actually acquiring. These are private property where the owner owns
Buying a gold mining claim involves two main paths: purchasing an existing claim from a private seller or "staking" a new one on open public land. This report outlines the essential steps and risks for both methods as of early 2026. 1. Understanding Claim Types Placer: Lode: Minerals found "in place" (veins or rock)
