The Gold Miners are Stirring

Oh my gosh!  Oh my gosh again!  Guess what the miners have planned now?  I don't have all the details (because these guys don't have them either).  But George said he got a call from Dave today and they discussed going to Alaska in April and sledding some heavy equipment in to their site.  I'm still in shock.  My first thought: I have a lot of planning to do.  I want him to retire with all his fingers and toes.  If I don't do an intervention, he'll show up with everything he thinks he'll need in his carry on and say, "It'll be fine...We'll be fine.  From prospectors to miners to mountain men and don't forget the bear whisperers; and now mushers? 

At least the bears will be hibernating.  Their pilot seems to think April will be a good month to bring in the heavy equipment to their site to help with their gold mining.   Over the snow...the deep...over the tree top...snow.  Their pilot Ken, remember, has ran the Iditarod 13 times so I'm sure this is a cake walk for him.  One thing for sure is Dave will keep Ken and George laughing all the way.  So stay toned because the Adventure in on.   I put this video in because everyone has been asking for more video.

Hibernating Mama Bear

You have to check out this video.  This is a Canadian comedian, Rick Mercer, doing a show on tagging bears.  It's hilarious and very touching at the same time.  This gives you an idea of what George's partner, Dave, is like.  They make a very good team. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJRDpTUIrJI

All the Gold

I can't help it.  I think this is the most awesome video.  Here he is singing about his passion.  I think anyone who has been reading this blog knows true happiness comes from following your dream.  Even if it is in a bank in Beverly Hills in somebody elses name.  If the video doesn't show up, go to www.georgeandlindawedding.blogspot.com and find this post.  It will be worth it. 

George Struck Gold

Well it's official.  George struck gold.  I'm sharing a few pictures and invite you to view more at www.georgeandlindawedding.blogspot.com

Our centerpieces were pics and shovels.  If you're not convinced this guy is a miner, check out the cake.  That's a miniature gold pan on top.  I like to think he had just as much fun getting ready for our reception as he did getting ready for his Alaskan adventure with Dave.                                                                                                                   

The Boys are back in town safe and sound

The guys were exhausted and so glad to be back.  The videos are great but it is going to take a few days to sort and post so please be patient.  I can't keep up with the stories so that will also take some time.

Getting off the mountain

July 20, 2013
I thought they were going to be there for the winter.  The weather finally cleared enough for their pilot to get in and get them.  Remember he takes them out one at a time to the gold camp, Moore Creek, and then they can all fly out of there together.  George said it was a wild and windy ride with cross winds on their runway.  They have the best pilot thank God.  When George called he said they were eating at the foresty station.  Thank God for them too.  I'm sure they were thanking them for all they did to protect them and their site from the forest fires.  They will fly to Anchorage in the morning and we will soon have some fantastic video.  Be sure to check back for all the pictures and videos. 

Incredible bear video

July 19, 2013  Evening report

"We got some incredible video." Those were the first words out of George's mouth. The guys are bored and waiting for the weather to break so they can get back to civilization. One of the bears decided to provide them with some entertainment. The bear hung around for a couple of hours scratching, digging, rolling around and chewing on a bone. Now picture 2 bored miners playing a little music in the background talking to the bear. I can't wait to see this video to see what the topic was. Dave is pretty quick witted and we will no doubt be rolling when we view their vidoe. I guantee he had George rolling. The bear overstayed his welcome and got a little to close so Dave decided it was his turn to use the pepper spray. Apparently they didn't take the wind speed and direction into account and the irritating spray blew back into the cabin. Thank goodness the bear left because the guys had to evacuate their condo. George said that bear spray is some powerful stuff.