The Hiddenite Gems- Emerald Hollow Mine hosted a group of Alexander County child care center directors and Alexander County Partnership employees on March 23 for a mining education. Mr. Benny, from Hiddenite Gems-Emerald Hollow Mine, gave the group an introduction to the mine at the sluicing table. When the sluicing began so did the excitement and the laughter. Everyone was experiencing true hands-on learning as they sifted through the dirt to find various gems. The group enjoyed a trek in the creek to look for gems and learning about how erosion contributes to successful mining. Alexander County Partnership for Children greatly appreciates the Hiddenite Gems-Emerald Hollow Mine for the opportunity to come out and learn a part of the history ofAlexander County. For exciting opportunities at the Emerald Hollow Mine you can visit their website at http://www.hiddenitegems.com/ or call 828-632-3394.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Child Care Directors Learn About Mining
The Hiddenite Gems- Emerald Hollow Mine hosted a group of Alexander County child care center directors and Alexander County Partnership employees on March 23 for a mining education. Mr. Benny, from Hiddenite Gems-Emerald Hollow Mine, gave the group an introduction to the mine at the sluicing table. When the sluicing began so did the excitement and the laughter. Everyone was experiencing true hands-on learning as they sifted through the dirt to find various gems. The group enjoyed a trek in the creek to look for gems and learning about how erosion contributes to successful mining. Alexander County Partnership for Children greatly appreciates the Hiddenite Gems-Emerald Hollow Mine for the opportunity to come out and learn a part of the history ofAlexander County. For exciting opportunities at the Emerald Hollow Mine you can visit their website at http://www.hiddenitegems.com/ or call 828-632-3394.
