What Is Claim Jumping and How to Protect Your Mining Claims
Claim jumping isn't just a relic of the Old West. Modern claim jumpers datamine BLM records to find vulnerable claims -- and a 2011 Congressional drafting error gave them a new attack vector. Here's what you need to know.
How to Use USGS Data for Mineral Exploration and Claim Research
BLM tells you what claims exist. USGS tells you why they're there. A practical guide to mining districts, MRDS mineral deposits, geologic maps, and how ClaimWatch integrates them with claim records.
BLM Mining Claim Maintenance Fees: A Complete Guide
Everything mining claim holders need to know about annual maintenance fees -- current amounts, deadlines, payment methods, the small miner waiver, and what happens if you miss the September 1 deadline.