Eureka Gold Panning
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Eureka Gold Panning Presents

Gold Panning at Hi-Wire Brewing

Grab a beer. Find some gold.

Try your hand at real gold panning without leaving the brewery. Eureka brings the equipment, the pay dirt, and the know-how. You bring your crew and a little gold fever.

Your first taste of prospecting

A different kind of brewery day.

Gold panning is simple to try, surprisingly addictive, and a whole lot more fun when there's a cold drink nearby. We'll show you how to work a pan, read the material, and separate the good stuff from the gravel.

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2 lb Prospector's Bag

Your own bag of material to work through from start to finish.

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Equipment Included

We bring the pans, water setup, and everything you need to participate.

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Hands-On Instruction

Never panned before? Perfect. We'll teach you how to do it properly.

Keep What You Find

The gold and gemstones you recover are yours to take home.

What to expect

Real prospecting. Zero experience required.

We'll walk you through it.

You'll learn the basics of panning, how heavier material behaves, and how prospectors separate gold from sand and gravel.

  • ✓ Great for first-time prospectors
  • ✓ Family friendly
  • ✓ Fun for couples and groups
  • ✓ No gear or experience needed

Then take the next step.

If the brewery experience gives you gold fever, Eureka also runs guided creek adventures where you can learn to search for naturally occurring North Carolina gold in the field.

Find your first gold here. Then come find the real thing in the creek.
Questions

Good to know before you go.

Do I need any experience?

Nope. We teach you how to pan and help you along the way.

Do I keep what I find?

Absolutely. Any gold or gemstones you recover are yours.

Do I need to bring equipment?

No. Eureka provides the equipment, material, water setup, and instruction.

Is it kid friendly?

Yes. Gold panning is a great hands-on activity for kids and adults.

September 19 • 1–4 PM

Ready to find some gold?

$15 per person • Hi-Wire Brewing

Your ticket includes a 2 lb Prospector's Bag, all equipment, hands-on instruction, and everything you recover.

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