Route of the Silver Kings ~ Leadville, CO.

Route of the Silver Kings ~ Leadville, CO. Be sure to check out the Wayward Stories Podcast anywhere you find Podcasts! The “Route of the Silver Kings” is an auto-driving tour through the mostly abandoned mining district of Leadville, CO. Leadville had a giant mining industry for well over 100 years and this tour will…

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NEW MEXICO: How did Spain come to control New Mexico?

NEW MEXICO: How did Spain come to control New Mexico? The Spanish initially moved into New Mexico seeking gold–entire cities of gold. After those cities failed to materialize, all that was left were pueblos of adobe and stone and the native peoples who inhabited them. But could the Spanish and the Puebloans get along? HOW…

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Gold Prospecting Near the LARGEST Hydraulic Mine in California!!

Gold Prospecting Near the LARGEST Hydraulic Mine in California!! Gold prospecting down hill from the largest gold mine in California pays off! We make the journey to find out ff there are some hidden gold nuggets that the old miners left behind. Explore the channel for more adventures across California! _______________________________ FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL…

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How to Find the History of Abandoned Mines & Ghost Towns (in AZ)

How to Find the History of Abandoned Mines & Ghost Towns (in AZ) This video goes over the numerous resources available to learn the backstory of the countless old mines & ghost towns scattered around Arizona. Whether it’s a well-known spot, or a small hole in the ground, chances are you’ll be able to find…

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Hidden Treasure Trailhead

Hidden Treasure Trailhead Hidden Treasure Trailhead is a new access point connecting the North and South ends of the trail with a Corten Steel pedestrian bridge over Highway 119 and North Clear Creek in Black Hawk. What once was a vehicle pull out off of the highway is now a 50 space parking lot with…

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Exploring the Hidden Treasure Mine

Exploring the Hidden Treasure Mine This small lead and silver mine is packed full of interesting artifacts. The mine’s known history is fairly limited. It was worked primarily during World War 2. Production values are unknown. The mine is accessed via a declined shaft. The shaft still accesses three levels, but may have descended further…

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Northern California HIDDEN GEMS to visit in 2020

Northern California HIDDEN GEMS to visit in 2020 Northern California to me is about as good as it gets. There are so many places to visit within a couple hour drive. You could start your day on the beach, do some wine tasting in Napa, and get into the Mountains and snow later that afternoon.…

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