Mish mash of footage from today trip to an opal mine in Lightning Ridge, we were just doing some preparations for Kiwi and me to move some dirt, stay tuned. We also saved a lizard. :)
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Lightning Ridge Opal Field
- Lightning Ridge is the most famous opal field in the world
- Lightning Ridge is located in New South Wales, Australia
- Lightning Ridge is home to some of the world's finest opals
History of Lightning Ridge
- Lightning Ridge was first settled in the 1890s
- The town was named after a lightning bolt that struck a nearby tree
- Lightning Ridge quickly became a boom town
The different types of opal found at Lightning Ridge
- There are many different types of opal found at Lightning Ridge
- The most common type of opal is the white opal
- Other types of opal found at Lightning Ridge include black opal, blue opal, and green opal
How to get to Lightning Ridge
- Lightning Ridge is located about 600 kilometers from Sydney
- The best way to get to Lightning Ridge is by car
- There are also flights from Sydney to Lightning Ridge
Tips for opal hunting at Lightning Ridge
- Do your research before you go
- Get a good guide
- Be prepared to spend a lot of time
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You can send us mail (absolutely anything) and we will open it on camera:
The mailing address is:
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Nathan
PO BOX 1322
LIGHTNING RIDGE, 2834, NSW
AUSTRALIA
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