>>2443950a simple gold pan (garret super sluice is best to start learning on, their very forgiving pans). A set of spoons for sniping bedrock, a simple set of pick and shovel. Thats all you really need to start looking for gold. Maps of gold bearing creeks come in handy, oh dont forget you sniffer bottle either, you cant catch the fine gold without one!
5 gallon buckets come in handy too, but I find a good old steel bucket, something small that can be carried on a pack is always needed. A good packframe is a good idea too if your really wanting to get into more difficult terrain.
