Another freebie on our VIP card is the Big Thunder Gold Mine in Keystone. Owned and mined by only two men decades ago, it took them 40-years to mine - - stopping only when they reached another mine on one side and an iron wall on the other. In all that time, they mined 10 ounces of gold ~ valued at approximately $20 per ounce. In forty years time, these two men earned $200.
The gold mine tour was actually interesting, and more educational than the Mining Museum tour, as it was more at a lay-person’s level of understanding. At the end of the tour, we were able to pan for gold. Brad was much better than Suzanne, whose idea of panning for gold is a nice air conditioned store, pleasant salespeople, and clear glasses cases full of pretty things.
We did find gold (Brad learned previously that the gold flakes are purchased from a company in California and added to some dirt for the panning experience)
so with our claim, we plan to retire in style! :-)
Easy and affordable - no matter where you are!
Escapees RV Club Commercial Member #693
Escapees RV Club Commercial Member #693
1 comment:
Not a bad day's find.
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