Gold Trails and Ghost Towns

This extraordinary man is known as the hero of Nelson. He way on his way to the Yukon, but took a side trip to the Kootenays, where he stayed.

More unique items from Bill Barlee's collection are examined. Several old west items, native pieces, and toys are looked at.

Along the grand canyon of The Stikine, this little town will transport you back in time. Most of the original buildings still stand, but getting to Telegraph Creek is not for the feint of heart.

Hear about many of the interesting characters from all parts of the globe that wound up in the gold capital of the world.

A whole world of history is opened up as images of the west are examined, along with stories behind them.

This spectacularly beautiful area, opened up by The Grand Trunk Railway, is rich in both history and treasure.

This desert-like area, thought mostly for ranching and orcharding, has a little-known gold and silver belt.

On the edge of the frontier, hear about the lives of individuals who passed through (and those who refused to pass through) the gates of this historic fort.

Steeped in history, the Thompson river ran along many unique western towns.

In the shadow of the Rockies, the remote town of Cash decided to one-up the neighboring town of Silver City by becoming Golden.

With new and updated information, Bill Barlee takes another look at three lost mine stories.

Mike and Bill take another look at this fascinating town in the Silvery Slocan and the many characters not discussed before.

A look at some of the interesting areas along the Fraser River; the river that led to the heartland of the nation.