Panning Virginia's streams for gold

In rural Virginia, amateur prospectors brave the hot sun in search of gold in the region's hillsides and streams. It's no gold rush, but weekend enthusiasts say it's a hobby that can make some money, and also preserve a skill forged in the region's past.

In rural Virginia, amateur prospectors brave the hot sun in search of gold in the region's hillsides and streams.

It's no gold rush, but weekend enthusiasts say it's a hobby that can make some money, and also preserve a skill forged in the region's past.

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