
In Stardew Valley, figuring out how to unlock panning might seem a bit confusing at first, but don’t worry! There are a few essential steps that players need to take before they can start panning for valuable ore. For those eager to get their hands on a Copper Pan and dive into the game’s panning mechanics, here’s a simplified guide:
1. First, you’ll need to reach Spring 5 (Day 20) in-game. This is when the traveling cart merchant will arrive at your farm for the first time.
2. Purchase the Copper Pan from the traveling cart merchant for 650g. Make sure you have enough gold saved up!
3. Now that you’ve got your Copper Pan, head to the river or any other body of water on your farm. Right-click on the water while holding the Copper Pan in your inventory to start panning.
4. You might not find anything valuable immediately, but keep trying! With a bit of luck and persistence, you’ll eventually uncover various ores like copper, iron, and even precious gems.
Happy panning, and may your pockets be filled with treasure!