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With the park opening and all of the talk of new happenings, bird info, and general updates; I’m sure you’ve all been wondering why things have been so slow at the Sumpter Valley Dredge Blog.  For reasons unknown to us, … Continue reading →

This week the Dredge facelift was completed: just in time for the Dredge Workers Reunion tomorrow! Now that the dredge has been restored to it’s original whitewash front, it will be better protected from the elements and will remain historically … Continue reading →

There is still gold in them thar hills! The dredge utilized a form of placer mining: which means that it used water to wash the soil to separate the gold. Since only small materials (less than ¾” in diameter) were … Continue reading →

If you are interested in living history, come out and join us for the annual Dredge Worker’s Reunion! Former dredge workers and their families will meet down by the dredge at noon on Saturday July 16th. Everyone is welcome, so … Continue reading →

Once a dredge gets to a certain age it is time for a facelift, I hope to look as good when I’m 77! Boards on the face of the dredge which have been ruined by moisture are being removed. They … Continue reading →

Welcome to the official blog for the Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area. The purpose of this blog is to keep you apprised of special events in the park, future plans for restoration, and the everyday occurrences which make our … Continue reading →