Well, they would have to fill in all the wholes dug by us prospectors out there first. Tourist would fall in one of them pits and never get out! But he or she would sure have a lot of material to make points out of while in the pits.
Paul, the March event is a real experience and should not be missed. Bring lots of warm clothing, a 20 below sleeping bag, and a 4 season tent, food, water and everything else. Yep! That would pretty much cover the basses