About ChrisUndertaking

One Family. Two Continents. A Lifetime of Treasure.

Welcome to ChrisUndertaking, the digital home of our family’s obsession with the great outdoors and the "yellah" hiding in the dirt.

My name is Chris, and my life is defined by two things: Service and Discovery. From the Navy to the Goldfields.

I am currently an active-duty Navy Officer. My career has afforded our family incredible opportunities to see the world, and most recently, it has brought us to the rugged and beautiful landscapes of Australia.

Whether we are stationed in the United States or living abroad, one thing remains constant: our family’s love for gold prospecting. For us, prospecting isn't just about the "payday"—it’s about the lessons learned on the creek bank. It’s about teaching my kids, Lucca, Finney, and Livvy, the value of hard work, the thrill of the hunt, and a deep respect for history and nature.

Two children in a natural setting with buckets and tools, likely involved in an outdoor activity.

The Undertaking

Why We Started ChrisUndertaking?

We started this journey to share the joy of family-friendly prospecting with the world. We noticed that a lot of gold mining content was either too technical or geared solely toward professional miners. We wanted to create a space for the "Family Prospector."

Watch our Adventures!

At Base Camp We Provide:

Field Tested Gear Guides
We test everything from highbankers to compact prototypes so you don't waste your money.
Historical Exploration
We dive into the stories of the 1849 Gold Rush and the legends of the Australian Outback.
Minor Gold Adventures
My series of children’s adventure books designed to get the next generation excited about history and mystery.

Join the Crew!

Whether you are a seasoned miner or a family looking for your very first gold pan, we are glad you’re here. Gold prospecting is one of the few adventures where you can literally hold history in the palm of your hand.

We invite you to follow along as we navigate the dry creek beds of Australia and the historic rivers of America. Let’s find some gold together!

See you on the bedrock,

Chris & The Family