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Hmmm, Here's a stumper fer ya, Denise!
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post Mar 22 2010, 11:18 PM
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A puzzle just for Dan & Denise....

Small mining community. Around early 1900s. In the south half of Lake county.

What's the name and history?








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post Jun 18 2010, 06:52 AM
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Bet you wished you uploaded those photos to the forum now. wink.gif Can I get more hints please?


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post Jun 18 2010, 07:01 AM
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i bet the only reason Carls asking this is cause he dont know the answer. i remember someone a few years back asking the same question, but i dont remember the answer.
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post Jun 18 2010, 09:17 AM
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QUOTE (Coalbunny @ Mar 23 2010, 12:18 AM) *
A puzzle just for Dan & Denise....

Small mining community. Around early 1900s. In the south half of Lake county.

What's the name and history?


I think I know this...

Is there another small mining community nearby and did Margaret McGowan W. (I can't say her last name or else google will give it away) live there all of her life? If so, this is a trick question.

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post Jun 18 2010, 01:41 PM
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oh, if its a trick question Dan wont get it! he will need to copy Mrs. CPs answer!and i lock that in! BANG
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post Jun 18 2010, 02:25 PM
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mellow.gif unsure.gif I have an answer? music037.gif


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post Jun 22 2010, 03:00 AM
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I have pics?
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post Jun 22 2010, 12:01 PM
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I definately know this place now. The pictures really helped.

It's not a trick question after all.


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post Jul 13 2010, 06:25 AM
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Ok, I give up. Boogie, it seem like your the man with the answer, so I'll let you have a go at it. smile.gif


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QUOTE (Mrs.CP @ Jul 13 2010, 06:25 AM) *
Ok, I give up. Boogie, it seem like your the man with the answer, so I'll let you have a go at it. smile.gif


<insert Jeopardy theme song here>

The name of the place is Derryall Placer Mining Facility, also known as Derry ranch and Derry Mining Site Camp :
http://www.panoramio.com/photo/6306459

Short history :
http://www.coloradohistory-oahp.org/progra...1503/cty/lk.htm

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post Jul 14 2010, 01:34 AM
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Here's a few more-
Three of the Derry site, with one zoomed in on Upper Box Creek;
One of Mt. Arkansas;
And another I got while hiking in some rough country not far from where I live.
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post Jul 27 2010, 08:01 AM
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Fantastic photos Carl!! thumbsupsmileyanim.gif signs021.gif


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post Nov 18 2010, 05:25 PM
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Greetings All...

I knew the answer to this question before I even saw the first pic and those pics of the Derry / Corske / Box site made me a little misty-eyed. About a zillion years ago I had access to this area for fishing purposes for a couple of weeks each summer. At the time I had no interest whatsoever in prospecting so I never inquired as to whether or not I could poke around for the yellow stuff. I do remember that at one time there was a working mine just above the property on the south side and toward the west but have no idea if anything ever came of it. The fish were awfully finicky but if you caught them at the right time (and with the correct nymph) there was some fun to be had! :)

Dang I miss the high country in Summer...
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post Nov 19 2010, 11:27 AM
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smileywaving.gif Hi OklaPony, and welcome to the CP forums! Good job on knowing the location! happy088.gif
Colorado sure is an amazing place with many activities including its fantastic fishing areas, guess you will just have to come back for a summer visit.

Make yourself at home on the site, and we would all love to see pics and hear about your adventures in fishing and prospecting!
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post Nov 26 2010, 12:07 PM
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QUOTE (Mrs.CP @ Nov 19 2010, 11:27 AM) *
smileywaving.gif Hi OklaPony, and welcome to the CP forums! Good job on knowing the location! happy088.gif
Colorado sure is an amazing place with many activities including its fantastic fishing areas, guess you will just have to come back for a summer visit.

Make yourself at home on the site, and we would all love to see pics and hear about your adventures in fishing and prospecting!
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Thanks much! I'll try to drop in as time allows. Unfortunately I don't have a great deal to add on the prospecting side of things (other than what NOT to do, lol) but I can probably come up with a fish story or minor treasure find from time to time. dancing_smiley.gif
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