It's taken me a bit to learn, but I'm navigating it well now.
Something I'd like to add that assisted me in utilizing the LR2000 and the PLSS information is to get the KML file for Google Earth and use it as an overlay. So I can get the Township / Range / Section information that I need and pinpoint that on Google Earth now in relation to a claim.
Also, I've found other KML files that overlay with historical mine information as well on Google Earth. I like this as if there isn't a claim in an area, but prior mining activity then - well, interest is peaked.