The Gwin is located in Paloma, in Calaveras County, California — in the heart of the Mother Lode region of the Sierra Nevada foothills.
The Gwin traces its roots to a gold discovery in the late 1800s and operated through the early decades of the 1900s as a significant regional mine. You can explore the full timeline here.
We are currently focused on studies, permitting, and community engagement. Our Permits & Process page shows the current status and is updated as milestones progress.
Environmental baseline studies come first, and reclamation is planned alongside any operation from the start. We are committed to responsible practices that protect the land, water, and air our community shares.
Creating quality jobs and prioritizing local hiring is central to our vision. As the project advances, hiring information will be shared here and through community channels.
We share updates on this site and hold community engagement opportunities. You can also reach us any time through the Contact page — we respond to every message.
Yes. Supporting area students is an active commitment. Details on scholarship opportunities are shared through our community channels.