Yes, amazing to see how much material has been removed over the years. And if you like smoky quartz in microcline or banded feldspar, it's the motherlode.
Went up to Ruggles in 2009 to hunt for rocks and crashed my motorcycle right at the end of the driveway cause a car taking a left turn didn't see me there. Left all my rocks there :(
The intersection of Riddle Hill and Ruggles Mine roads is nearly invisible with an old board nailed to a tree as the only signage. Non-local drivers are often unaware of possible traffic there. Perhaps the rocks are still on the side of the road?
Eric, the owner, does seem to have a plan for some mineralogical uses of the property. Our club had geiger counters, the tailings on the outside of the pit seemed to be 'hotter' than the pit itself. The lot at the top, where vehicle-based camping occurs, is gravel, so presumably from the pit. But hey, maybe superpowers!
I grew up here. Tried to get my dad to buy it last time it went for sale. Too bad wish he did. Ruggles was my literal backyard. There are some good caves and a secret on as well. Betting the new owners don't know about it.
There's a tiny town in the middle of the state called Grafton. Go west on Route 4, then head out of town. The sign is about 12 inches long so it is easy to miss.
Fun glimpse inside! I've gone by the signs quite a few times years ago but never went. Glad there are new owners!
Yes, amazing to see how much material has been removed over the years. And if you like smoky quartz in microcline or banded feldspar, it's the motherlode.
Went up to Ruggles in 2009 to hunt for rocks and crashed my motorcycle right at the end of the driveway cause a car taking a left turn didn't see me there. Left all my rocks there :(
The intersection of Riddle Hill and Ruggles Mine roads is nearly invisible with an old board nailed to a tree as the only signage. Non-local drivers are often unaware of possible traffic there. Perhaps the rocks are still on the side of the road?
It seems to be reopening soon and "camping" will be a thing..... what about radiation levels? A day mining is safe but to spend the night?😮
Eric, the owner, does seem to have a plan for some mineralogical uses of the property.
Our club had geiger counters, the tailings on the outside of the pit seemed to be 'hotter' than the pit itself. The lot at the top, where vehicle-based camping occurs, is gravel, so presumably from the pit. But hey, maybe superpowers!
I grew up here. Tried to get my dad to buy it last time it went for sale. Too bad wish he did. Ruggles was my literal backyard. There are some good caves and a secret on as well. Betting the new owners don't know about it.
There's a rumor about the secret Beryl stash that had been bulldozed into a hole. I've never put much stock in it myself, but who knows?
@@GraniteGuy we own a pit opposite of Ruggles, and we have pulled huge barrel crystals from it, so I believe it.
great drone pix, what did the mine here originally?
This was an industrial mica mine back in the day. They made more and more tunnels until they'd hollowed out the entire pit.
nice video
Thanks. I thought the ending was pretty funny.
Where is this place in NH
There's a tiny town in the middle of the state called Grafton. Go west on Route 4, then head out of town. The sign is about 12 inches long so it is easy to miss.