A few years ago I wrote a page about my Alaskan Attraction — namely, the family story that my grandfather, Srdan Đođić, was one of many who caught gold fever and rushed to Alaska with a few relatives in the early 1900’s.  I have no definitive proof, but it is my hunch is that they ended up working at the Treadwell Mine in Juneau, Alaska.

A year ago I had the pleasure of visiting Juneau, Alaska.  While sitting down to a scrumptious lunch with some family members at The Island Pub on Douglas Island, we realized that the site of the Treadwell Mine Historic Park was less than a mile away.   Even though our schedule only permitted for a short, impromptu stroll along the trail, my heart fluttered with excitement nonetheless!  I had read about it, and now I would be able to experience the place, even if for only a few minutes.  During this quick visit, I was able to capture a few still shots of some mining remnants that littered the path. I wish I had more to share, but I am grateful for the experience and for the few photos I was able to snatch along the way.  Please enjoy the above video for what it’s worth!  Then find a place where your ancestors walked, and go there for a stroll…..

(c) 2017 to Present, Patricia J. Angus

If you want to learn more about Treadwell Mine Trail, here is a great link!

TREADWELL MINE HISTORIC TRAIL WALKING TOUR MAP & HISTORIC GUIDE http://www.alaska.org/assets/content/related_items_pdfs/Juneau-Walking-Tour.pdf