Sure! Shoot me an email and I'll send you the coordinates. [email protected]

That’s good to know about Gypsum. I have gathered Selenite, the crystallized translucent form of gypsum, from Warren Valley and didn’t have any irritation. But I also didn’t know to take precautions. Thanks so much for bringing this to my attention. And as always, it’s great to hear from you! 😎

Thank You! I have heard the same. I was hoping to find the purple ones but struck out. But I did find some beautiful pieces that fit the pastelite description. Thank You for watching and leaving this helpful comment. 😎

Thanks Dave!

Thanks! And you are so right about the west desert skies. Truly incredible! 😎🐶🐾

Thanks! Another viewer mentioned that Bentonite clay is mined in that area. But they also said that the piles of white, soft rock was limestone. Your thoughts? I appreciate your input.

@adventuresofshadowdog I was told by another rockhound that it was clay and in cleaning rocks from that area it acts more like clay than limestone.

That’s good to know! Thanks!

Thanks so much for watching and commenting. When I first read your comment I only saw the first paragraph. I left a simple “”Thank You” reply. Then after posting I saw the following paragraphs. So I went back and edited my reply. I really appreciate you taking the time to write out in such detail how you identify them. It’s super helpful and I’m sure others will find it helpful too. I do agree as well that in the end it’s all Silica. Beautiful Silica! 😎

Agate, chert, whatever they are , are all gorgeous! Totally understand not being able to bring Shadow on this trip!

​@ You bet! It can be kind of hard to break it all down with what the differences are, and also I think there is too much emphasis on what to call rocks and the big picture is often confused and muddied. I have no issue with people calling it all agate, that term can be interchangeable with silica imo. Doesn't really matter. Basically, it's all Silica with the differences mainly being what other elements are intruding as it forms which is what makes the different colors, bands and patterns that creates the uniqueness you find with all of it! The variety really seems to be endless which is what makes it such a cool material!

So I entered in by the “No Where Arizona” sign. I drove a long ways and got kinda lost. On the way back I ended up exiting further North. I need to get a good map of the area because I really don’t know where I went! 😂. Thanks for commenting!

Hmmmm . . . I don’t think it would be an easy thing to do. And securing it would be a challenge. But you could call them and ask. They were super helpful when I bought mine. I hope this helps!

@adventuresofshadowdog thanks I will call. I really just wanted to fold up the trifold open, then drop and fasten the topper on the bed of my truck. I wanted to just use it for camping and when I'm done, remove the topper and and close the trifold.

Hi Rob! Yes, little Shadow is safe and sound. Thank you so very much for caring. Shadow is wagging his tail and sending a big ❤️ to you!

Aha! Thats interesting. Do you know if the piles of crushed, white, soft rock is indeed chalk/limestone?

Ya I believe it's a type of limestone not sure what they are using it for its not part of the mine. A man out of Wikiup is digging all that up ​@@adventuresofshadowdog

Thanks a ton!

That is very helpful to know. Thank You!

Bentonite is used for kitty litter because it’s super absorbent. Absolutely terrible stuff to step in when it’s raining though. I believe they use it to lubricate oil drills too. Myron Cook does a cool video on it.

Thank You! Encouraging comments like yours keep me going. 😎

Oh I’m plenty stupid! Lol. You can buy the tools on Amazon or many on-line retailers. Google “Moh’s Hardness Test Tools” or type that on Amazon and you’ll see them. Buy a quality set. I bought mine on Amazon for about $130. I hope this helps!

Yes it did help keep up the good work.

You are welcome and thank you for watching and commenting! 😎

I honestly do not know. I took a geology class in college and we used hydrochloride acid. Since then, that’s all I’ve used. I’m just guessing here, but I think hydrochloride acid is stronger than muriatic acid. You can buy small bottles of hydrochloride acid online. It is a very strong acid. Watch “Breaking Bad” and you’ll see what I mean. 😂 I hope this helps.

Many people would agree with you as this is a murky topic. I’m going with Jasper, but I would think no less of anybody who goes with agate. Thanks for watching and commenting! 😎

Hahaha! Thanks!

I think that too

Thank you for that. Im the first to admit I’m not always right and I learn from viewers who leave comments. I stand corrected and appreciate you for pointing that out. 👍

I agree. I stand corrected. Thank You!!

@@adventuresofshadowdog I'm excited to follow your channel now Center in Arizona and it's close to home

I did not know that. Cattle feed? That’s very interesting. Thanks for sharing that information! 😎

Calcium carbonate will react more readily with hydrochloric acid (HCl) mixed with water, meaning a diluted solution, compared to straight, concentrated HCl gas because the water allows for better dissociation of the HCl molecules into hydrogen ions (H+) which are the key reactive species in the reaction with calcium carbonate. Explanation: Dissolution in water: When HCl is mixed with water, it readily dissociates into H+ and Cl- ions, increasing the availability of hydrogen ions to react with the carbonate ions (CO3^2-) in calcium carbonate. Note of caution::: if mixing HCL with water, always add the acid to the water not the water to the acid. Spattering could occur so make sure you use the proper PPE. Also this process is an exothermic reaction which means it will generate heat.

Thanks for watching! 😎

Hello Wes! I too have loved rocks since childhood. In my case, it was instilled in me by my father who collected rocks from all around USA. His job had him driving the country and he often returned with a trunk full of rocks. He is an artist and he used the rocks all throughout the yard and even inside the home in the most creative ways. He is 90 now and still lives in that home surrounded by his amazing collection. Thank You so much for sharing your story. And it’s always nice to read a comment from the Motherland! ❤️UK!

@@adventuresofshadowdog Wow you must have had such a great time when your dear Dad returned home with all those new Rocks from around the USA! And my goodness 90 and still going strong! Incredible! Bless him! Hopefully talk again soon Lance, clear skies and Rocks a plenty from your UK cuz! ☺❤

Hahaha! 😂

Thank You! 😎

You are most welcome and thank you for watching and commenting!

Hi Doug! Great to hear from you! Guess what I’m out doing right now? lol. Shooting the stars, as you probably are too. 😎

@ I wish! We’re having a cloudy week here. Good luck, I hope you have successful and fun imaging! Cheers! Doug

I’m learning right along with you! There is no end to it all. I guess that’s what makes it so much fun. Thanks for watching and commenting! 😎🐶🐾

Thank You! That means a lot to me. 😎🐶🐾

I have always used Lortone. They changed ownership recently and I don’t know if the product line is still the same. Assuming it is, the quality and service has always been good for me. So as to sizes: I have one 2-barrel tumbler and the barrels are 3lb each. Then I have two 4lb tumblers. And finally I have one 12lb tumbler. And they’re all going full time! lol. If I could only have one, I would go with the 2 barrel tumbler with the 3lb barrels. The barrels are smaller and you can only tumble rocks up yo about 1.5” in diameter. But because it’s small they turn faster and the rocks are finished quicker. I also prefer to tumble smaller rocks. And I can have two batches going at once. I hope this helps!

@ Yes, that does thank you

Thanks Collene! 😎🐶🐾

Thank You! 🙏

That is very generous of you. Thank! 😎

@ thank you!

Thanks! Happy Rockhounding! 😎🐶🐾

Thank You! 😊

Just think how much better the finds would have been with his expertise! 🤣. Thanks for watching and commenting. 🐶❤️

Hey Greg! Which tool in particular? Happy to help out!

@adventuresofshadowdog hey 👋, sorry I spelled it wrong, ha! I meant your " mohs Hardness" tester tool set.

Aha! I bought mine on Amazon. I just checked and they run $130. The ones I bought are really good quality. Search “Mohs Hardness Test Tools” in Amazon and you’ll see my set prices at $130. I hope this helps!

@@adventuresofshadowdog yes thank you!

Thanks!

I sure don’t want to steer you wrong. My thoughts are that if you can make it to the Tuscon show, you don’t need to go to the Quartzite show. Which show is closest to you? Also, when I was at Quartzite, there were more vendors than now. The Desert Gardens show is still open, but the Pow Wow show has since closed. So I think you’ll find more vendors now in Tuscon. Double check me so that I don’t steer you wrong. But that’s my understanding. I hope this helps.

@ thanks Lance! I’ll research more

Thanks for watching and commenting!

Welcome aboard! Shadow and I love company and look forward to having you along on future adventures. 😎🐶🐾

I’m glad you found the video helpful! Pete is awesome and he was really patient with me. Good luck!

Thanks!

Thank You!

Thanks so much for the kind comment. It’s always good to hear from you! 😎

Thank You! 🙏

Well thank you! 🙏

Hi Ryan! Happy to share the coordinates. Shoot me an email and I’ll respond. [email protected] 😎

@ hey there I sent you an email from my Hotmail account. Did you see anything come through?

Thank You!

I am sorry for your loss. I hope the video brought back good memories for you.

I honestly don’t think that thing can be popped! I mean I’ve driven through thick desert shrubbery and tree limbs and had branches scratch the top and sides and just about every abuse one could imagine. It’s tough! 💪