Since Tim took several days off work, we decided to take a few day trips. Last Monday, we went to the NC Zoo. We practically had the zoo to ourselves! Then last Wednesday, we drove 40 minutes up the road to Reed Gold Mine. Did you know NC had a gold rush before California? In the early 1800s, a 28 pound nugget of gold was found … leading to several mines and a gold rush. At the Reed Mine, we were able to walk through part of the mine and around the ruins of the town that was built up around the mine. It was a pretty day and the boys had a blast! We followed our exploration with a trip to a park. We’re hoping for another adventure or two after Christmas … just depends if we can stay healthy!!
 Ready to enter the mine! |
 The boys were really impressed, especially since the mine was decorated for Christmas! |
 Looking up one of the mine shafts. |
 Standing on the base of a rock crusher. |
 One of the crushing stones. |
 Saying, “cheese!” |
 Big boy on top of the rocks. |
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