(FOX 9) - When you think of panning for gold , you likely think of states like California or Alaska. One geologist is finding flecks of treasure right in our backyard.

Lucas Lundgren is a geologist by trade, but in his free time he pans for gold across the Midwest. He calls himself 'Glacial Gold Hunter', and he's created quite a following on YouTube and Instagram.

Panning in Minnesota

What we know:

Lundgren took us for gold hunting out in the Twin Cities, where we sifted through rocks and sediment. Lucas has only been panning for gold for about a year but has gained quite a following. With over 20,000 subscribers, he says he is likely the most well-known because of his videos he posts. But, Lucas says there are around 5,000 folks in the area who head out looking for gold like he do

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