Exploration and Discovery in Mining

Kevin Hoagland and Chris Hagg explore an ancient mine along an Aztec trading route. They discover a potential grave site, prompting an investigation by the sheriff's department, which reveals animal bones. Using ground-penetrating radar (GPR), they find a cavity in the mine, possibly linked to treasure. They plan and execute a drilling operation using low-impact explosives to safely explore the cavity.

What caused Kevin and Chris to pause their treasure hunt?

• A potential grave site discovery

• Lack of funding

• Equipment malfunction

• A storm approaching the area

What did the sheriff's department conclude about the bones found near the mine?

• They were human remains

• They were from a dog or smaller animal

• They were ancient artifacts

• They were from a large animal

What was the role of the sheriff's department in the exploration?

• To assist in the excavation

• To clear the site for exploration

• To provide funding

• To offer technical expertise

What was the initial reaction of Kevin and Chris upon finding the bones?

• Disappointment

• Relief

• Confusion

• Excitement

What technology did Kevin and Chris use to explore the mine?

• Sonar equipment

• Metal detectors

• Thermal imaging

• Ground-penetrating radar

What did Kevin and Chris hope to find using the GPR?

• A new mining route

• What Roy Ladd was searching for

• A water source

• Evidence of ancient civilizations

What did the GPR scan reveal about the mine?

• A cavity that might be a tunnel

• A natural spring

• A collapsed section

• A hidden treasure chest

What was the main concern when using explosives to explore the cavity?

• Running out of explosives

• Causing a collapse

• Attracting unwanted attention

• Damaging the equipment

What was the purpose of using a low-impact explosive system?

• To create a larger explosion

• To save on costs

• To minimize shock to the surrounding tunnel

• To speed up the process

What was the final step in their exploration plan?

• Consulting with experts

• Drilling and using Sierra Blasters

• Using traditional explosives

• Mapping the entire mine