East Bay Prospectors
Welcome
Welcome to the East Bay Prospectors!
We are an official chapter of the Gold Prospectors Association of America (GPAA), founded in March 2009. If you are interested in gold prospecting, small-scale mining, or treasure hunting, we invite you to join us. All we ask is that members participate in club activities to the best of their ability.
East Bay Prospectors is incorporated as a California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization under the name EB Prospectors.
Mission Statement
East Bay Prospectors is dedicated to providing education, support, and increased public awareness of prospecting and mining while maintaining responsible environmental stewardship.
Our purpose is to educate and support individuals, groups, organizations, and anyone interested in environmentally responsible practices related to gold prospecting, small-scale gold mining, and treasure hunting.
We accomplish this through training and educational opportunities focused on the legal location and recovery of minerals and treasures while preserving wildlife habitats and protecting the environment.
- Demonstrations
- Lectures
- Club Meetings
- Field Outings
- Hands-On Prospecting Experiences
Monthly Meetings
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Meeting Schedule | First Monday of each month |
| Holiday Schedule | Second Monday if the first Monday falls on a holiday |
| Doors Open | 6:00 PM (Social Hour) |
| Meeting Begins | 7:15 PM |
| Location | Vista Diablo Cabana Club 850 Sullivan Avenue Concord, CA 94518 |
Please visit the Events, Polls, and Surveys section of our website for the latest information regarding meetings and club outings.
Club Outings
East Bay Prospectors regularly hosts gold prospecting outings and field events throughout the year.
Whether you are an experienced prospector or just getting started, our outings provide a great opportunity to learn, explore, and connect with fellow members.
What are you waiting for? Join us!
Volunteers Needed
We are always looking for volunteers and future board members to help support club activities and operations.
If you are interested in becoming more involved, we encourage you to volunteer.
Club Officers
| Category | Position | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Elected Board | President | John Gennrich |
| Elected Board | Vice President | Ed Despins |
| Elected Board | Secretary | Dale Myer |
| Elected Board | Treasurer | James Eriksson |
| Elected Board | Claims Committee Chair | Martin Coulson |
| Appointed Board | Claims Inspector | Open |
| Appointed Board | Claims Inspector | Open |
| Appointed Board | Fundraising Coordinator | Ed Despins |
| Appointed Board | Communications Director | Dale Myer |
| Appointed Board | Website Administrator | Dale Myer |
| Appointed Board | Outings Coordinator | Open |
| Appointed Board | Education & Outreach Coordinator | Open |
| Appointed Board | Member at Large | Cris Knight |
| Volunteer | Store Keeper | Blind Bob Waldhaus |
| Volunteer | Store Keeper | Open |
| Volunteer | Junior Outings Coordinator | Open |
| Volunteer | GPAA Purchasing Agent | James Eriksson |
| Volunteer | Historian / Librarian | Open |
| Volunteer | Greeter | Open |
| Volunteer | Greeter | Open |
Setup, Tear-Down & Cleanup
We always need volunteers!
Past Presidents
| Years | President |
|---|---|
| 2009 | Douglas “Pucky” Junghans (Founder) |
| 2010 | Douglas “Pucky” Junghans |
| 2011–2012 | Tim Chandler |
| 2013–2015 | Joe Waldhaus (“Sourdough Joe”) |
| 2016–2017 | Ken Swenson |
| 2018–2019 | Dan DiCarlo |
| 2020–2021 | Chris D’Arpino |
Contact Information
Questions or Comments?
Dale Myer
EBProspectors@yahoo.com