HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR GUESTS OF THE BIG BUG MINING DISTRICT LLC


I, the undersigned, (hereafter referred to as participant) assume all risks and/or hazards associated with 
participant’s involvement in the BBMD. Participant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless all Big Bug Mining 
District officers, sponsors and/or other third, fourth, etc. parties involved in association activities. Participant 
realizes that metal-detecting, gold prospecting and associated activities can be dangerous. The terrain can be 
hazardous, and there may be wild and domestic animals and snakes present. Some locations may have open shafts, pits 
and tunnels. Participants assume all responsibility by signing below.

  PRINTED NAME: _____________________________

  SIGNATURE: ___________________________  DATE: _______________   

              
RULES AND REGULATIONS
These rules and regulations are as adopted by the Board of Directors on January 19, 2017 and may be
altered, or amended from time to time by the Board of Directors. Common sense consideration for the rights of the 
general membership by each individual member must be observed. Each of us needs to conduct ourselves in a way that 
extends more than ordinary courtesy to other members and guests. Violation of these guidelines may result in 
suspension or revocation of membership.

GENERAL CONDUCT
Public drunkenness, profanity, excessive noise, reckless use of firearms and other such behavior are prohibited. 
No member will threaten another member in any way. Members and guests will abide by federal, state, and local laws, 
rules, and regulations.
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CAMPING LIMITS
There is a 14-day stay limit on claims, within any 30-day period. (Federal Law) 
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TRASH AND SANITATION
“PACK IT IN – PACK IT OUT”. This includes all cigarette butts and pull-tabs. Use your shovel as your toilet 
tool-away from the general camping areas and trails. Bury it no less than 6 inches.
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GUESTS
Prospecting guests will be limited to a total of three (3) days, after that, they must join the BBMD. Guests must 
execute a hold harmless agreement prior to commencing any activity on a claim.
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EQUIPMENT
Use of explosives, chemicals, tractors, dozers, and backhoes are prohibited. Use of heavy equipment is prohibited 
on the claims unless approved by the board.
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DIG HOLES/SURFACE DISTURBANCES
Members are responsible for refilling ALL dig holes on claims and reclamation of areas worked.
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PLANS OF OPERATION
Currently BBMD has no "plan of operation" for any Forest Service or BLM land.
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NATIONAL FOREST REGULATIONS
The use of a metal detector to locate mineral deposits such as gold and silver on National Forest System lands is 
considered prospecting and is subject to the provisions of the General Mining Law of 1872. Detectors that are used 
in searching for treasure trove, locating historical and pre-historical artifacts require a Special Use Permit. 
Searching for coins or recent vintage (less that 50 years) and small objects having no historical value, as a 
recreational pursuit does not require a Special Use Permit as long the use of the equipment is confined to areas 
which do not possess historic or prehistoric resources.
The search of treasure trove, which is defined as money, unmounted gems, or precious metals in the form of coin, 
plate or bullion requires a Special Use Permit.
Pick/shovel excavations may only be done in conjunction with gold panning and metal detecting and must be made 
below the high water mark on the stream channel. All excavations must be filled in before leaving the area. Do not 
cut trees, limbs or brush. Do not dig up ground cover.
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BLM LAND
Suction Dredging requires permission from the Army Corps of Engineers. In Phoenix, please call
(602) 640-5385. In Tucson, call (520) 670-5021. Prior to conducting suction dredging on BLM administered lands in 
Arizona; you will need to file either a notice or plan of operations pursuant to 43 CFR 3809.
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Mail to: Big Bug Mining District LLC
          P.O. Box 1238
         Mayer, AZ  86333