Dave and Sandy recently returned from an amber hunting trip in Chiapas Mexico. They had to hike very rugged terrain, often on trails that were treacherously narrow, to get to the amber mines. Once at the mines, they had to go into very dark, narrow caves, sometimes crawling to enter. The caves were lit by small candles making it difficult to see well. The average miner there would work from 6 AM until dusk and only have a small handful of amber to show for their hard work.

Sandy and Dave taking a brake on the trails to the mines.

Dave and Sandy with their guide in the mines. Sandy is holding the small handful of amber they mined that day.

Dave, Sandy, and some local village girls. The area they were in is famous for its textiles, and Dave and Sandy wanted to bring some home. While they were there, the girls and their families invited them to stay and share their meal.