The folks and atmosphere are prime. I grew up in Boulder {Basin area} have known about the healing. Arthritis in my back made it near impossible to look up to the night stars so I made the commitment to the 11 1/2 hour days for treatment. My visits to the mine in Basin nearly eliminated my pain and I am able to gaze at the stars without falling to my knees, ride my bike, mow the lawn and walk up stairs without groaning from back pain. My brother-in-law, career nuclear subs then nuclear power plants, believes I'm going to die because of my visits. He repels the truth because of the narrow minded and archaic "science" he was taught. In truth, anything in appropriate measures can be beneficial but in excess can destroy quality of or life itself. For any nay sayers, the proof is in decades of positive results and folks who return year after year because of their experience. Animals that have benefitted cannot have preconceived expectations. Your choice but as for me, "I'll be back"! Peace and Love, JDP read more

Sunshine Mine Boulder, MT *Travel professionals/long term renters stay away from this property* I stayed at the Sunshine Mine while on a work assignment. Options are very limited in the Boulder, MT area; therefore, rental housing can be expensive or consist of a longer commute. I chose this long term rental after discovering it online, and scarce housing options being available. Normally, I wouldn't have chosen a cabin to reside in, but housing options were minimal. This also was a short commute to my place of employment. This is definitely not the ideal housing choice for long term use. Initially when I arrived to the unit, it was very outdated and unclean. It appeared as if no one had been living in the unit/cabin for a long period of time, but the owner claimed she rented out all of the units frequently to travel professionals. The owner's assistant (Melanie) stated certain things would be removed/replaced, the space would be cleaned properly, and a basic setup including toiletries would be provided. All presented were false promises given. Upon arrival nothing was as we previously discussed. I didn't even have a roll of toilet tissue. Gratefully, I seen the owner's husband outside whom went to get me a roll from his house. The bed linen and shower curtain was stained heavily. The flooring of the unit, the kitchen sink, the refrigerator, and bathroom were filthy. I wasn't given a key to the unit either. I was told it was lost, and I should be safe even if the door is unlocked. I contacted Shellie (the owner) the next morning explaining what had occurred. Out of desperation for housing and her guarantee to correct all of my issues I decided to stay. I wished I would've left as I initially plan, but I'm a firm believer of giving people a second chance. After staying in the unit for over a month I decided it was no longer a good housing choice for me. I contacted the owner and her assistant multiple times via phone, email, and text concerning my early departure/refund of my deposit but my request was ignored/denied. I informed them of me leaving due to personal issues a week in advance. An improper exit/departure of the unit was performed and I never received my deposit/extra monies paid towards my account. I repeatedly contacted both parties but was ignored. This business lacks professional and has poor customer service/communication. They play the part/role to lure you in, but are nothing as they appear to be. Yes, rental housing options are very limited in the Boulder area, but I would say pay a few more dollars to stay elsewhere or make a longer commute to your job. Traveling to an unfamiliar area is already a great concern, your housing shouldn't be especially when paying a lot of money to stay in the unit. Please go elsewhere! Save your money. read more

Really enjoyed my visit to the mine! Both Ryan and his father were really knowledgeable about the mine and the surrounding areas. The mine section I went in was 85' level and was quite comfortable with a light jacket. Tip: take a magic marker and "sign in" after or during your health stay on one of the mines support beams! read more