Mine #2 sign at Herkimer Diamond Mines

Herkimer KOA Diamond Mining

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June 22nd 2009
Monday, June 22 (Herkimer KOA): Today we are going to the diamond mine, but since we haven’t been jogging as often as we should, we decided to run first. The KOA office had told us about a nice trail along the Erie Canal in Herkimer, so after our morning coffee, off we went. The trail/path was almost all paved, very scenic, and about 2 miles one way. After the refreshing four mile loop, ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more