NM Mines

Kelly Mine, NM: Part 1 – Smithsonite The Story of Smithsonite … Smithsonite is a native zinc carbonate, ZuCO, It received its name in honor of the Smithsonian Institute scientist who Identified the substance. Smithsonite can be found in many sections of the world where zinc ore is present. Ordinary Smithsonite is colorless or white,…

McKinley coal mine, New Mexico A drive through McKinley coal mine. 2009. Part of the Extract project by Lea Rekow. Videography by Filip Celander.

Angry Planet – 311 – Crystal Cave In 2000, a remarkable find was made in Chihuahua, Mexico, of a spectacular cave filled with giant crystals, some over 12 meters long. But it is a intensely difficult spot to explore – with temperatures over 50 degrees C and humidity approaching 100%. George leads an Explorers Club…

Historic Mines of Lordsburg Mining District, New Mexico The Pyramid Mountains south of Lordsburg, NM contain an interesting mix of really old mines, fairly new ones, and everything in between. Some are optimistic that the district is far from played out. Some incredible history left to see – Henry Clay’s old timber headframe, Eighty Five’s…

The 10 WORST STATES for JOBS Are ya out of work? If so, you’re in the minority. If you’ve been paying attention, only 3 and a half percent of the population is unemployed right now. That’s the lowest it’s been in the last 50 years. And there’s plenty of jobs out there, too. Lots of…

New Mexico's Turquoise Trail Explore three significant and historical town on the Turquoise Trail of New Mexico – Cerrillos, Madrid and Golden. Each offers a glimpse into the heady days when mining for gold, silver and other precious metals, as well as hard and soft coal, made this region wealthy. Today, each is virtually forgotten,…

Part 1. Hidden Danger: The Legacy of New Mexico's Abandoned Mines. Part 1. Hidden Danger: The Legacy of New Mexico’s Abandoned Mines. Directed by Bart Callan. Produced for AML Program of the New Mexico Mining & Minerals Division of the NM Energy, Minerals & Natural Resources Department; Director of Videography Warren Benjamin; Animations by Dave…

Kelly Mine, NM: Part 1 – Smithsonite The Story of Smithsonite … Smithsonite is a native zinc carbonate, ZuCO, It received its name in honor of the Smithsonian Institute scientist who Identified the substance. Smithsonite can be found in many sections of the world where zinc ore is present. Ordinary Smithsonite is colorless or white,…

Find Gold And Gems In New Mexico Part 1 Find Gold And Gems In New Mexico. In part one we discuss the localities of the gems in this state. Having once lived in this region, I had no idea that there was so many cool things to look for! Support us at our store: www.hardluckstore.com…

Exploring Abandoned Mines Near Hillsboro, New Mexico In this adventure, we attempt to video survey some famous past gold producing abandoned mines near Hillsboro, New Mexico. Nature had other plans for us, as we were met with mud-coated floors and flooded mines. It was still a fun trip with old structures and mining equipment left…