Tuesday, August 21, 2012

1862 - Billy finds gold in Barkerville BC

In 1862 Billy Barker discovers gold in creeks running into the Quesnel River; town of Barkerville, BC, grows up around mine; the find sparks a massive gold rush into the Cariboo.



Check back everyday for more info and facts on the province of BC.  Perfect for tourism and the travel junkie.  Beautiful British Columbia. 

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