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Not just for kids!
Kids of all ages can enjoy finding gems & minerals from several local mines. Some specimens...
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Uploaded on Aug 6, 2008
The sluice is always a big hit...
It's always a treat, especially on hot days, to pump up some really cold water from our hand-driven well, using a real antique cast-iron hand pump!
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Uploaded on Aug 6, 2008
"this is the way we wash our gems..."
Demonstrating the correct technique, this young lady has the process down cold, including the part about delegating : )
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Uploaded on Aug 6, 2008
Happy families search for goodies
Twelve sorting positions make it easy to spread out your washed material and methodically search it for collectables.
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Uploaded on Aug 6, 2008
This amily found a great amethyst
You never know what you'll find, but you can be certain that you'll never go home without a rewarding specimens!
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Uploaded on Aug 6, 2008
One end of a large Black Tourmaline
Unusual to find black tourmaline crystals in tact, especially a large one. This is jus one end of...
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Uploaded on Aug 6, 2008
Happy gem hunters
These young ladies show what they've found in just one bucket of material. From their expressions, we can assume they went home happy don't you think?
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Uploaded on Aug 6, 2008
Diggers at the mine 'dumps'.
There are acres of mine tailings to search through and we'll provide small tools and some collection buckets to make it easy.
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Uploaded on Jul 31, 2008
Entrance to one of two tunnels
Family & Group Expeditions!
Families (parents and their kids) and groups of up to 40 persons can be accommodated. Please call well in advance to reserve the date and set it up!
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Uploaded on Jul 31, 2008
On the rockpile
Your Safety is highest priority. Please read provided information regarding preparation for...
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Uploaded on Jul 31, 2008
Guided Expeditions
Our Expeditions are guided tours with emphasis on providing an educational experience. Kids LOVE...
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Uploaded on Jul 31, 2008
