I worked at the Atlas Coal Mine as a part of a rehabilitation project for the conveyor tunnel back in 2008 and 2009. At 14:11 you can see the slide that we used to bring up the timbers to replace the old ones we took out. We used traditional methods and timber setting techniques to restore the tunnel to how it was during operational times. Half way during the restoration, we experienced a collapse from a sandstone boulder crashing through the last 4 sets we installed, and just before it came crashing through I got buried alive in the dirt that was coming down. If it wasn't for the quick thinking of the boss and crew, I would have been squished by the boulder. My brother and his wife got married at the mine in August of 2017 and at 6:37, where the field of trucks is where the ceremony took place. 7:20 is the supply store where the miners bought new tools and equipment, and the repair shop was located half way up the hill, just before the entrance to the main tunnel. In the winter time, just before Christmas, they have lights all throughout the grounds that look absolutely amazing. Unfortunately the tunnel that I helped rebuild is no longer accessible, but in the guided tour you are able to see the entrance of the main tunnel that we redid to check out. There is also a train car tour from one end to the next that people can take too
This is incredible information and you have such a connection to the Atlas Mine. I would have freaked out a lot if buried like that. I do remember visiting the mine as the restoration project was going on and when I returned the tunnel you worked on as closed. I also spent a night there (with permission and with the curator of the museum at the time) It is a very interesting place for sure! Thanks so much for your information and all the details. I am so glad the community and individuals like yourself keep history like this alive!
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One of the few historic places left. Really cool.
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VERY COOL VIDEO! I LOVE THE OLD STUFF!
It is so much fun to visit in person but if you cant this video is amazing
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Very cool. Heading to Drumheller this summer. Hope to take this tour. subbed.
Go for the guided tour if you can. Drumheller is a really fun place to explore. More vids about the area coming up.
Fantastic video!
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Cant wait to watch this one
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Good video!
Love it
Same!!!
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I worked at the Atlas Coal Mine as a part of a rehabilitation project for the conveyor tunnel back in 2008 and 2009. At 14:11 you can see the slide that we used to bring up the timbers to replace the old ones we took out. We used traditional methods and timber setting techniques to restore the tunnel to how it was during operational times. Half way during the restoration, we experienced a collapse from a sandstone boulder crashing through the last 4 sets we installed, and just before it came crashing through I got buried alive in the dirt that was coming down. If it wasn't for the quick thinking of the boss and crew, I would have been squished by the boulder.
My brother and his wife got married at the mine in August of 2017 and at 6:37, where the field of trucks is where the ceremony took place.
7:20 is the supply store where the miners bought new tools and equipment, and the repair shop was located half way up the hill, just before the entrance to the main tunnel.
In the winter time, just before Christmas, they have lights all throughout the grounds that look absolutely amazing. Unfortunately the tunnel that I helped rebuild is no longer accessible, but in the guided tour you are able to see the entrance of the main tunnel that we redid to check out. There is also a train car tour from one end to the next that people can take too
This is incredible information and you have such a connection to the Atlas Mine. I would have freaked out a lot if buried like that. I do remember visiting the mine as the restoration project was going on and when I returned the tunnel you worked on as closed. I also spent a night there (with permission and with the curator of the museum at the time) It is a very interesting place for sure! Thanks so much for your information and all the details. I am so glad the community and individuals like yourself keep history like this alive!
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Awesome!!! Good vid
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Watching again!
i like it
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I'm just shocked that no heavy metal bands from Alberta haven't in incorprated DrumHeller into a name!
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LOL there are some amazing bands but you are right, that name would work for a heavy metal band.
My grandpa worked there
Oh that is awesome! I bet he had some stories!
This looks very old
It is!