The Ol’ Susquehanna Mine
Mine Train Give Away
Calling all miners! If you are like me, you may wonder sometimes about the past and all about mines. Since my parents were born and raised in Pa, it’s always been something on my mind. My family has heard mine stories over and over from the relatives, so when I heard about the Ol’ Susquehanna Mine Train right here in Phillipsburg, NJ, I had to find out more about it! We have not visited it yet or taken the ride, but I am sure it’s an awesome thing to do. We are definitely planning on it!
You can come tour the grounds, listen to an interactive history of the ol’ Susquehanna Mine and pan for real gem stones you can take home. One person in each group can “blow the mine” and everyone can witness the mine shaft explosion.
Gemstone Panning is a great activity for all ages. Participants may find up to 11 ounces of gemstones in a single bag which may include amethyst, rubies, rose quartz, emeralds, crystals, and an arrowhead. All gems are of high quality and may be suitable for cutting, polishing, and mounting. With every mine train ticker you will receive one bag of mining ore from the Ole’ Susquehanna Mine.
Upon arriving at the mine site your guide will tell you the story of Sylas Smith and how he found the mine and about his tragic death which left the mind uncovered until this very year! Next you will walk over the the Ole’ Susquehanna mines operating sluice and learn how to pan for gem stones. once you understand how to pan give it a try and see if you can find some gems. Find out more right here! http://877trainride.com/minetrain.htm
Fares
Children $15.00
Adults $21.00
SCHEDULE
Saturday
11:00 , 12:30, 2:00
Sunday
11:00, 12:30 & 2:00
Fare includes Steam Train ride, mine history and instructions as well as one bag of mining ore guaranteed to contain 4 to 5 ounces of Gem Stone. Purchase your ticket for the Steam Train Ride and check the box to add the Mine to your order!
http://877trainride.com/ticketoffice.htm
Giveaway: Win a Family 4Pack of tix.
Winner chosen June 20th at 11:59pm via rafflecopter/random.org and contacted the next day. Winner has 24 hours to claim prize by responding to email. After 24 hours a new winner will be chosen. Phillipsburg Delaware Railway Railroad is responsible for tix delivery the day of the ride at the box office on the grounds. There will be a choice of dates that can be found on the link above. It’s a pretty open time frame. Disclosure: Winning tix provided by Phillipsburg Delaware Railway Railroad.
what tools do the miners use
We want to know all about the olden days and mines
We would love to know the daily life – the hardships they had to overcome – and did any find enough to live in wealth?
Would love to do this with grandsons!
Thank you for always finding such awesome things for kids to do!
the dangers of mining