Hance Mine: the asbestos claim behind the canyon's first tour guide
John Hance mined asbestos near Sockdolager Rapids, sold out in 1901, and became famous for storytelling instead. The river corridor there is now a hard closure.
John Hance
John Hance mined asbestos near Sockdolager Rapids, sold out in 1901, and became famous for storytelling instead. The river corridor there is now a hard closure.