One thing about living in SE Arizona is that when we decide to go find something fun to do for the family, we can drive not too far in just about any direction and find a fun and unique opportunity. To celebrate the end of Kai's school year, we went back to Bisbee to go to the Queen Mine Tour. We also went to the Copper Queen Hotel for lunch. 

Historic Downtown Bisbee

Jak rocking out to Boston on the drive there. 

B is for Bisbee. 

Another view of downtown. 

Kelan decided to help out the wait staff at the Copper Queen by redistributing the mustard among the tables. 

Kai being a goofball; Kelan saying "here birdie!"

Such a handsome man...

Me looking on nervously as Kelan arranges the chairs and condiments. 

 

Here we are! Kai and I came to this mine tour while visiting Craig at AIT in April of 04. It doesn't seem like it could have been that long ago...

Miner Dad

Miner Jak 

So exciting!!

Here's Kai in the crowd listening to the tour guide. We rode on a little train 1500 feet into the mine, stopping twice to get off and explore. Even though it was in the mid-70's outside, it was 47 degrees in the mine. The wood beams supporting the mine are from Douglas Firs, mostly from Oregon, and have been in place for over 80 years. 

It proved to be all too exciting for Kelan, who sacked out half way through. Personally, I think it looks like Craig rescued Kelan from the mine. 

Aw man! It was too much fun for Jak too!