“Stay Out Stay Alive”, we have all heard and seen the warnings when we discussing abandoned mines. Many people have the idea in their heads that abandoned mines are plain and simply death traps and upon entering one we are sure to meet our demise. Let it be said that mines are undoubtedly dangerous, and […]
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An Overview of the Open Pit Mining Process
Open-pit mining which is sometimes referred to as open cut mining, opencast mining or simply strip mining is a mining technique that extracts important minerals from a borrow or an open pit. There are two types of mining methods commonly used in large scale mineral mining; open pit mining and tunneling. Open pit mining is […]
Beware Exaggerated Richness of Gold Mines & Claims
The business of buy and selling mining claims has gotten larger in recent years, particularly with the more recent increase in precious metal prices along with the renewed interest in mining due to several television shows. Many people make a living by simply “flipping” mining claims, in the same way that other people sell homes. […]
Gold Mining in Peru – Andes Mountains Treasure
Beautifully preserved historical sites, vibrant festivals and an exotic fusion of cultures—these are but a few of the many reasons Peru has become one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide. While many know it as a potential vacation spot, not everyone is acquainted with the literal richness of the land. In addition to strong […]