October 2021 News
Well, I took a longer break than I wanted to on the site. Some things with family have kept me busy. But I have done a few trips to northern Arizona, which I will start posting.
I did get all the old trips posted. So, now it's on
Latest
Stockyard Rock
Out in Death Valley, there is a rock a friend told me about a long, long time ago. I'd been wanting to visit it for some time but never stopped to check it out. So, in early 2021, I finally did.
Victorine Mine
Chaparrosa Peak
There is nothing historical here, but this is a nice hike to a peak with great views just outside of Joshua Tree.
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Paymaster Mine
The Paymaster Mine, also known as the Black Warrior Mine, was a good producer in the Gold Park district. It had a 140-foot shaft with two levels of drifts and cross-cuts.
Information on ownership and production is scarce. Bill Keys believed it was discovered before 1900 by Bill McHaney. Keys
Aragonite Mine
