Sallie and I made
it back home after 2 weeks on the road. We drove over 6000 miles, went to 4 National parks, the Hoover dam, and the beach
in Southern California. When I tell people about our vacation the first thing they ask about was the gold mining! It was a unique experience, I learned a lot, and I would certainly like to do it again. I showed Sallie her picture
on your web site and she was very happy about that. Thanks to
you and Bret for working so hard to help us find gold. You added a lot to our vacation, Hope to see you again! - Bill Shipley
Gold Prospecting with AGA guests and students!
Terry,
*Mary & I want to let you know how much we enjoyed our
Arizona Gold Adventures trip. Our prospecting instructor Mel, did an excellent
job guiding and instructing us. Mel is a very knowledgeable and capable instructor.
I am a Certified Technical Trainer and I can attest Mel has great teaching skills. His passion for what he does is contagious and it didn’t take long for Mary & I to catch his enthusiasm
and become fully immersed in looking for meteorites and gold. We thoroughly
enjoyed our time with Mel. As hard as we tried, we didn’t find meteorites, but captured great memories and a few “leave-it-rites.” Thanks to Mel’s instructions the next day, we
did come home with a little gold and another great day of memories. Our whole
trip was everything we hoped for and more. We are completely satisfied and
recommend this adventure to anyone interested. We also enjoyed the Sierra Vista Motel in Congress, and would stay there again.
*Ron & Mary P. - Canada
Terry,
Just wanted to let you know how
our trip went last week with Arizona Gold Adventures. First, let me say, we couldn't have asked for two more experienced,
patient, fun loving instructors. I spoke to Mel the night before the outing and he got us all charged up about what he had
in store for us and how the day would go. We met around 8:00 am, and rode out to the claim. During the ride, we were educated
on the sights and surroundings and how the operations worked, as well as numerous stories from past and present. When we arrived
at the site the instruction we received was very thorough and covered much more that I expected. Our instructors were very
knowledgeable. They not only taught us about the details of prospecting and the equipment, but also about the geological aspects
of where we were and why. Their expertise was very impressive. I guess when digging is your passion, as it obviously is for
these guys, you tend to learn a few things about the different materials you handle every day. We prospected until we had
had enough, probably around 5:00pm. Mel would have let us go longer if we wanted, but we needed to move on. Had a great time,
we are already in the early stages of planning a 2- or 3- day trip next year with my other two sons.
Thanks again,
John M.
Loretta, Rick and AGA Instructor Mel
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Hello Terry,
*
I am finally getting around to writing you, Mel and Bob to tell you we were all so happy we
went gold prospecting with you! Mel is absolutely the backbone of your operation. He is great, and just the best with kids.
Mackenzie had the best time digging for gold! She talks a lot about how much fun she had, and still can’t believe how
dirty we all got (LOL)! We will all be ready real soon to do it again (this time in the winter when it cools down!). I haven’t
gotten the time yet to go through the concentrates we brought home, but I wanted to thank all of you for giving my family
a great time and experience! Thanks again! - Karen,
Devin, Loretta, Rick & Mackenzie
Melodie & Marvin, from Alberta, Canada relax
outside their room at the Sierra Vista Motel.
Andy's Letter
Hello Terry!
Just thought I would drop a few lines to let you know how much fun this
was. It was a blast! My Arizona Gold Adventures prospecting instructors were most helpful, especially to a novice like myself.
This trip has to be way up there on my most favorite list. From one – ten, I would have to go with an "11"
at least! I haven’t enjoyed myself like this ever!
My AGA Instructors went out of their way
to make this experience one I’ll never forget. As you can see, I was having so much fun I almost forgot to take pictures!
All I can say is my next Arizona Gold Adventures experience will be even better because I’ll know more about what to
do. Terry, thank you again. You have two of the best and most helpful partners in Arizona that there could be! Thank You!
– Andy
PS – How could I forget the little side trip we took for meteorites? That sure
was a blast as both of us found a total of three! One for me, and two for Mel! I guess you can say that it was beginners luck
for me. Here is a picture of the one I found. Tell Mel and everybody thanks again! Andy – Waukesha, WI.
More AGA Guest Letters:
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AGA
Five-Day Vacation Guest:
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Hey
Terry, Just thought I'd drop you a line to let you know we had a fantastic time this past week! The prospecting adventure
was everything we hoped for and more! You couldn't have picked better guys to set us up with. They were very helpful, fun
and entertaining. We had a blast!!! We even found a nugget each, which was a bonus! We are looking forward to the next trip,
hopefully the helicopter adventure, it sounds super! We already miss being there! Thanks so much! Very Pleased Customers,
Melodie and Marvin - Alberta, Canada
*AGA
Five-Day Vacation Guest:
*
Terry,
We
wanted to thank you for our wonderful experience in Arizona. We had a great time. Mel and Bob are the best; you are very
lucky to have them. I assure you we plan to return. We will tell everyone who might want to go about Arizona Gold Adventures.
Arizona is a beautiful, unique part of the country. We got the rock samples and our black-sand concentrates that Mel shipped
for us yesterday. We will take some pictures of the gold and send it to you as soon as we get a chance. Mary & Melton – Franklinton, LA
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AGA Two-Day Guest:
Terry,
I just wanted to let you know what a fantastic time Tim and I had. Your AGA prospecting instructors were great and had a
lot of knowledge to share. We honestly did not expect to find much of anything. So finding a nugget the first day then
two pickers the next day was a truly awesome experience. Tim is already talking about coming back. Thank you again for such
a great time.
Chuck and Tim -Barton, NY
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AGA Weekend
Trip Guest:
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Hi Terry!
This is just a quick note to tell you that we had a fantastic time on our Arizona
Gold Adventures weekend! Despite major Arizona thunderstorms and a “flash
flood” situation on Saturday, we still managed to learn and do more than we could have ever imagined in just two days.
Our prospecting instructors were extremely skilled, knowledgeable and so incredibly helpful every step of the way. They
provided amazing tips and techniques that would have taken us years to learn on our own. Although we found only tiny sized
bits of gold, it was exciting to discover them in our very first bucket of dirt and then consistently throughout the weekend.
Thank you so much for such a fun and adventurous trip. We look forward to our next Arizona
Gold Adventures expedition!
Cathy & Chad – Maricopa, AZ.
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More recent AGA Guests!
Come find gold and lifelong memories with Arizona Gold Adventures!
My Wife and I just returned to Texas, after our week long Arizona gold adventure. It is hard to explain
just how enjoyable the trip was. AGA Prospecting Instructors, Mel and Bob, are two of the most kind, friendly and knowledgeable
people we have ever met. The prospecting and gold hunting gave us an insight into what the “Old Timers” were up
against in looking for gold in the desert, but with AGA it was comfortable and fun. We found some nice gold and I brought
back about ten-pounds of concentrates to run at home. I'm sure there is much more gold in them. The best way to describe our
experience is to say that we came as customers but left as family and friends. We will be back!!!
*
Reece Daniel, Chief of Police
Jacksonville, Texas
More Letters & Notes from Satisfied Arizona Gold Adventures
Guests
AGA Two-Day Trip Guest
Hey Terry, Just wanted to say that our two days with Arizona
Gold Adventures was fantastic! We learned a lot and we were totally satisfied with everything that was presented to
us. Our Prospecting Instructors, Mel and Bob, were the perfect hosts. The fact that you were able to accommodate a third
person (my other son, Eric) for no extra charge was awesome and much appreciated! It is an experience that we will never
forget. We definitely have "Gold fever" now and will most likely pursue investing in some equipment.
We were very fortunate to have two great days of fantastic weather too! We would highly recommend your Arizona Gold
Adventures package to anyone interested! The rattlesnake video and pictures are a big hit! We won't ever forget
that either!
Sincerely, Gordon
- Oreotte, CA
AGA Day Trip Guest
Dear Terry,
My
AGA Prospecting Instructors were the greatest. From the time they picked me up at the Sierra Vista Motel, to the time my wife
and son picked me up that afternoon, they made me feel like "one of the gang" I had a GREAT time and found a nice
picker to boot. I enjoyed the dry washing having never done it before. Amazing how it works so well. As Arnold would say,
"I'll be back."
Thanks again,
Bob –
Canton,
GA.
AGA Vacation Guest:
Hi Terry,
Thanks for the wonderful time! I am anxious to see all of the gold I was able to recover and bring home
with me. I learned lots of different things I would not have been able to without making this trip to AZ like I did.
I now have a much better idea on the Gold recovery part of the equation than I had before I made this trip and I do look forward
to my next Arizona Gold Adventures expedition. When I do get rested and pan out the materials I brought home with me, I will
take photos of the booty to send down to you so you can see first hand just what I was able to recover on this trip. Till
Later,
Bill - Cedar City, Utah
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AGA Day Trip Guest
Hi Terry,
I just wanted you to know my sister and I had a GREAT time!
Our prospecting instructor was wonderful. He was very polite, knowledgeable, and patient. You could tell he really
wanted us to have a good time and find some gold. We certainly learned all about how to prospect for gold and most of
all...it's HARD WORK! My sister and I have a serious case of gold fever and will have to do this again sometime. We enjoyed
ourselves from the time we arrived at Cindy's cozy motel to the time we left with our loot. Congress is a cute little
town with a lot of history and good people. We only retrieved a small amount of gold (maybe $50 worth) but the memory
will last for a very long time. Thanks so much!
Teresa - Indio, CA
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*AGA Vacation Guest
Hello Terry!
We just wanted to thank you again for the best holiday we have
ever had! Sabina and I have traveled most of the world and seen and experienced many wonderful places and people, but the
week we spent with you in Arizona tops them all! Our friends here in Germany ask to see our gold nuggets every time they come by. We can’t wait to come back and experience
your helicopter expedition. Many thanks!
Otto
& Sabina – Munich, Germany
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AGA Weekend
Trip Guest:
Hi Terry!
*Thank you so much!! The trip was fantastic!! We had fun and can’t
wait to go back to do some more prospecting!!! Our prospecting guide was such a GREAT guy!!! It was a very pleasing
and relaxing weekend!
Pam - Paulden, AZ.
Keith S., and his Weaver Mountains Gold!
Terry,
*
I just made it back to my world in Schenectady, NY. I wanted to let you know I had a great time at the AGA school in Congress.
Mel was awesome and
I learned lots from him. Based on my experience in Alaska, we found more gold than I expected, even a small picker!
I had a nice stay at
the Sierra Vista. Cindy really cares about her place and I felt quite at home.