They did not remain long in Panama, however, as they were anxious to get to the scene of their future operations.  They were all anticipating great fun in exploring "the roof of the world," which extends from Colombia to Argentina, north and south, through Equator, Peru, and Bolivia, more than 2,000 miles, or as far as from New York City to Denver.  In many directions from this "roof" may be seen villages, cattle, sheep, llamas, and evidences of mining.