I've always liked the quote by John Muir, "Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt." It's amazing what you can discover if you do just that. We have driven past the sign for Ward Charcoal Ovens many times; today we took the dirt path . . . so glad we did!
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| The moon setting over the Egan Range south of Ely |
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| At Ward Charcoal Ovens you can explore, fish, camp and learn about the history |
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| There are six ovens |
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| Very impressive |
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| I had no idea . . . wow! |
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| Chimney |
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| Sturdy construction made from rock quarried in the hills nearby |
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| Here's a view from the back of the ovens |
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| A picturesque setting |
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| Fall foliage along Willow Creek |
