Hiking And Searching For Gold In Arizona

In this video, I journey to central Arizona in the search for gold and to hike a canyon that may contain a treasure. It was a long and bumpy drive in and I had to walk a fair amount of the way to reach the river, but I had fun, and that is what it is all about.
About Aquachigger:
I enjoy metal detecting for historical items like gold coins, relics, silver coins, and other buried treasures. I also metal detect for gold and silver nuggets and even meteorites. I like to make videos that promote my choice of lifestyle that includes outdoor adventure, metal detecting, yapping, searching for river treasure, SCUBA diving, exploring abandoned places, hiking, caving, caring for animals and pets, and observing the things outdoors that often go unnoticed by most people who are not familiar with outdoor adventures and nature. I keep my KZbin "Aquachigger" channel family-friendly and hope you subscribe if you like my style.
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[@savagesquirrel9828]

Thank you SO much for pointing out that federal lands are Our lands and private lands have “keep out” signs everywhere.

[@frankmorris4790]

Well thats kinda the way it is. Kinda. Privatizing public land would insure that it would be better cared for. The Federal lands are a mess due to neglect. There is a reason the most of the endangered specie in the west are on private lands. Now when our friend chigger points out in the distance and says that, "most of that is public land". Well maybe it isn't. In much of the west the land is cut into sections (640 acres or 1 sq. mile) it is laid out in a rough sort of checkerboard pattern. Federal/deeded IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW WHERE YOU ARE. We get people coming through telling us that they ARE NOT trespassing, they on national Forest and that IT BELONGS TO EVERYBODY! Some even kinda get kinda snooty about it too... Or, they'll tell us that we HAVE TO allow them to cross our deeded land to get on the forest. No. Also, the only ownership position a rancher has on public leased land is on the grass. he owns the grass. he doesn't even own the water, although he likely had to pay to have it developed out of his own pocket. he brought the water for his cattle, but the whole area eco system is benefited by it being there. You're welcome "absentee Landlords". Other than that it's open to anyone. The catch being, you better know where you are!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

@Frank Morris yeah you can tell the "cared for land" by all the junked cars.

[@frankmorris4790]

@@redtobertshateshandles You mean on the Rez? In the rural west there are reasons for things . Stuff that gets to the end of the road stays there. At that point it becomes a material mine. Need a triangle of aluminium,? Go out and flog it off that old 1940's pedal car.... Every ranch and near every inhabited spot has a pile o stuff. Some do better than others at keeping it all localized and out of sight. But see, you don't know that because you live in HOA land either on or very close to the pavement. Or you would know how those cars got there.

[@frankmorris4790]

@@PMurray2694 I'm not the one with a cartoon for an avitar. Adults are talking here Junior, find a corner.

[@faqsmarm3207]

Mr Chigg, these Arizona videos are my favorite!

[@aquachigger]

I hope you enjoy this video. Subscribe Here! bit.ly/AquachiggerSub Check Out My Top Videos bit.ly/AquachiggerTopVideo Follow Chigg’s Army! My Patreon: www.patreon.com/aquachigger Instagram: instagram.com/aquachigger/ Facebook: facebook.com/chiggsarmy/ Twitter: twitter.com/BeauOuimette Thanks for watching…. The Chigg

[@jbearmcdougall1646]

In Scotland here, 12.43 am.. but im drinking a cup of tea and watching.. jm

[@davestelling]

Thanks, Chigg...

[@kevio6868]

luv your vids Chigg

[@kevio6868]

if you detect gold, do you have to apply for a stake?

[@AndrexT]

Love this series Beau!

[@Thebald1]

Lol.. Back in 1992 I had a 1979 4 door Ford LTD and I had a flat tire.. it was a ex cop car also.. I was over 200 miles from home and I was following a friend in his car.. anyway I signed the title and put a note on the car window saying free car.. Have a nice day..

[@kevio6868]

do you have any more trucks with "flat tires"?

[@Thebald1]

@@kevio6868 lmao.. I was young and dumb back then.. I had a cardboard box with a black trash bag and ice full of beer in the front floor.. I had to also stop and add oil more than I did gas with that car..

[@kevio6868]

@@Thebald1 lol awesome story....been there brother

[@Thebald1]

@@kevio6868 My 3rd car didn't have brakes and I would use the emergency brake.. Dodge colt

[@kevio6868]

@@Thebald1 I did the same with a 1978 Toyota Corona! only had enough money for a couple gallons of gas to get to work...sold it for $200 and the guy fixed it and drove it for years, turns out the engine was bullet proof!

[@EdAtoZ]

Aquachigger, the narrow rocky wash with a sandy bottom. That seems like a great place to check for gold.

[@diggingarizona8592]

Your in my neck of the woods I recognized that Long Blue Mountain in the background. Arizona is Beautiful isn't it? Man you would love the ruins in Sedona.

[@cyberleaderandy1]

Sedona is lovely

[@FREEEDDOOMM]

Hello from Mesa

[@christianvoluntaristsurvival]

would you mind telling the location? i can't figure it out. what river is he talking about? i too love all the ruins around sedona. been going there every weekend lately.

[@GDavid1955]

So many beautiful views of the SW. There is lots to see in the desert, much more than just sand and cactus. Although the cactus can be beautiful too.

[@frankforrest1597]

Awesome series Chigg. I really enjoy it. Diverse country out there, beautiful vistas at each turn. Do be careful of the rattlebacks and bottomless pits. "Ders gold up in dem hills", good luck in the search for it. 👍🖖✌

[@ratypus]

This man is living his best life

[@rickmessina5396]

Ha, now the sides of your truck probably look like mine here in Arizona, pen stripped....oh well, it is fun to see you here. Keep the adventures coming.....

[@patricialenaburg6553]

Never thought there was anything beautiful in deserts, until I saw it in the spring time. The sea of cacti blooming is breath taking, there is beauty in almost anything. Keep them coming Chigg, love ya.

[@joestewart3117]

Looks like Chigg is on the Bumblebee!

[@OH-vt2tu]

I' ve always wanted to go out in the woods. Since I can't and would be scared to do so. This is the best way of doing it. I hate bugs, chiggers especially. They just love me. So in the comfort of my home, this is great! Sight seeing, beauiful! Thanks!

[@alabamadixiediggers4714]

Thanx Chigg for another great AQUACHIGGER ADVENTURE see ya on the next

[@jimschafer9196]

Love that high desert ... Love the color of UR truck. Look forward to what's around the corner.

[@brucewestoby]

Great views, beautiful country, hope you find something nice. Nice adventure....!

[@WayaWolf]

Dude the cave at the end looks nutttttsssss I need to see moreeee

[@MrJob91]

is it the M cave maybe?

[@jimadams8182]

Love the window stickers!! 🤣 Anyone remember the one with Mickey mouse that said "Thanks for parking so close, next time leave a f@kin' can opener"?

[@PracticalKen]

Thank you for sharing in your adventures and frequent video posts.

[@zedongthien9214]

i love chigger adventures!

[@larryolson8619]

One of your best Beau! Thanks! Round Top pop 90

[@UnlimitedEarth_Jess]

Thank you for enlightening the crowd on not needing a signal to see your location, and direction you are facing, on your map apps. I try to spread that word too. Keep your phone charged when heading out people, if only for that reason. Be the blue dot! 😂 Happy Adventuring!

[@FJB-HB-KH-libs]

At 12:29 when you step down the ledge, you can definitely see some paw prints. I know there's a lot of mountain lions here in Arizona and that's what those prints look like. Keep an eye out

[@lucylou9417]

Wow those rocks and caves are beautiful, I love az. You going through the bushes reminds me of when I use to do that, the pin stripping as you called it, my truck was covered, but I had some of the best times going exploring like you are doing! You bring back lots of memories, can’t wait to see some more! That’s for taking us along, I’m having fun!!!!!

[@MetalDetectingJem]

Totally awesome video! Enjoying this series! Love the rock formations too! Happy Gold Hunting! Stay safe out there!

[@kim11757]

Beautiful country.

[@lydiamashcka4362]

Yup, in that open range area you have to be aware of the cattle because I have had trouble with Bulls in Woodruff Arizona when looking for petrified wood and I always scan the cliff sides when walking through the canyons because of Cougars.

[@tiredleader0621]

what was your trouble with the bulls just curious

[@lydiamashcka4362]

@@tiredleader0621 They would actually approach me and they would walk up to my truck while I was out wondering around looking for gemstones. One time, an Angus decided to take a nap behind my truck and a Herford was standing right at my drivers side door so I had to very carefully climb in the passenger side door and cautiously start the truck and slowly, slowly pull away.

[@Apolloisbest]

I like watching you man....you remind me of my grandfather who recently passed away....good luck to you on your travels.

[@joesguiltyguitar]

Nice new paint job on your truck 👍 now it's got character lol

[@rikspector]

Chigg, Chile today, Hot Tamale as Pedro from South of the Border, Dillon, S.C. said on one of their advertisings signs:) You survived the Anasazi Ghosts...good for you! Isn't it true that sometimes gold and copper are pals:) Those cave/rock formations are beautiful, can't wait for what's next! Cheers, Rik

[@FREEEDDOOMM]

I love it when you come to my state. Arizona is such an awesome state. Its beautiful and we have great gun laws.

[@mrbungle1990]

Chig, you should think about buying small solar charging battery bank and carry it in your pocket that way you could charge your GoPro batteries while you walk. If you are out camping, you can just place it in the sun and let it recharge itself. You could probably get one of the battery bank companies to sponsor you. Just a thought. I love your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@dickjohnson1158]

He’s not reading these comments

[@janicescragg2388]

That's a good idea. I might do this myself but I would wear the charging panel while hiking. They are small enough now that I can see doing that. 🙂

[@hardyakka6200]

loving every bit of these videos Beau. Talk away mate. In Western Australia you can metal detect on mineral leases. You just need to tell the owners your coming on. None of this "it's mine" business. Nobody is armed in our bush unless they are hunters. We aren't scared of each other. We help each other not put them down.I own 12 guns, but mainly heirlooms. Gun ownership is no big deal to brag about.

[@rganger5839]

I absolutely enjoyed the video. Views most people have never seen. I have traveled very similar narrow roads in AZ with my dually, the pinstriping looked familiar.

[@rickyb2200]

beautiful scenery thanks Chigg.

[@fernkitten]

I don't know if you took specifically my advice on including more of the driving but I am SO GLAD there is more, takes me back to when I use to go run trails up in northern BC with an old partner of mine, they were fun times, now I live in the city and don't have a car. I miss it!

[@fernkitten]

omg I just saw what you put on the truck I love it

[@rutzyco]

This is a great video series! Thanks for plugging our public lands.

[@thedaviscounty]

Perfect! I really appreciate these videos.

[@twindiggersminnesotapamandpat]

So glad you wore a jacket this time Chiggs! 😎😎

[@Greengrass1972]

I really enjoyed that, awesome place to be, also enjoying your uk TV show, keep up the good work

[@debbiesineath1952]

Oh wow! your truck did get scratched up! Be safe!

[@dougalexander7204]

Ford should give Chigg a pick-up built to his specifications. Boat lift, sleeping bunk, storage, and etcetera, then, have him adventure pressure test on camera. The man is believable, ...”that’ll buff right out.”

[@c103110a]

I ride a four stroke dirtbike in the hills of East Tennessee. That thing will go anywhere - the driver's ability is the only limitation.

[@Mysterious_History1]

Really amazed that your doing on this exploring in a 6.4 diesel...you have a good one.

[@billblackwell6098]

You always take a loper to cut away the brush...l have learned. Makes your hike a lot easier.

[@texaswader]

Remember that Indians camped above rivers and creeks so as not to drown during a flash flood. When you are exploring above a river or creek, look for black rocks that would tell you that they had circled a fire. You should find a lot of flint and quartz flakes in the area and maybe some good points, maybe even a midden or two.

[@patiencejoshuagroves7336]

Gotta love Az.

[@rossgross7497]

Nice western pinstripes .

[@keithmaxwell2169]

Have Fun Out there Chig but Be Careful

[@adventureswiththekurks8602]

Love the Desert videos!

[@desbelfastireland9982]

THANK YOU.. DES CREAN,, BELFAST.. IRELAND

[@hamshackleton]

Don't worry about rattlers, Beau. The word has got around, and they all slither off, because you tread on them!

[@jonwaters5278]

Another great video.

[@EZDiggin]

You definitely got your exercise on this day

[@randlerichardson5826]

I thought that was rat poo on the wall he must’ve had the blowing poops lollllllll I had to say that Chigg. Great video Chigg that’s a very nice place and would be great to just walk around and see the sites. Be safe Chigg and GOD BLESS

[@loriward5512]

Can’t wait for the next video, you just keep me hanging on lol. Love the videos

[@GSProspecting]

great time out fam. loads of fun. keep up the hunt. GOLD SQUAD OUT!!!

[@rayrosales5153]

Your awesome dude.. I love educational part of it. Love the areas you go to. I also gave Garrett AT MAX and you give me ideas of where to go. Your great..

[@blackriveroutfitters7185]

Tons of “Arizona Pin-stripping” on my trucks and SUV’s. Chigg ya need an ATV!!! HINT HINT Polaris, Artic Cat and friends he needs a sponsorship!!! I know exactly where you are at!!! 😳😂🤣 If you would’ve located said “Treasure”, you wouldn’t have been able to take it anyway. Email me and I’ll go pick it up for you!! 😉😂

[@RogueRipple]

Love the window tags!!

[@BustedknucklesProspecting]

I’m loving these exploration videos, keep them coming Mate

[@DIGGER19860]

Caltopo has the best maps and you can print them out and download them. They are also topographic. They show mines wells and springs and all the elevations.

[@cynthiabahl8060]

New Mexico has a lot of abandoned mines.. Mount Tayler .. Zoin mountains..ext...

[@chuckjenkins4348]

Thank you. Another fine adventure.

[@cyberleaderandy1]

Great seeing more Az 😊 Do government cows have large eagles on 'em? 🤔 😉 😁

[@abstractgamer8543]

Everyone is leaving off with cliffhangers this week I guess they know how to keep us coming back. HH be safe and wish ya the best of luck.

[@machinegunhippy]

Looks like dugus orme road hahaha woooot

[@willam1992]

The green rock was copper ore malachite is green where azureite is blue and some specimens depending on the location found and the brightness of colour can be worth a lot of money

[@wyleedingo]

Chigg!, put yer seat belt on!

[@willywayne5299]

Chiggs Army patrol,strap a spare doughnut tire to the roof,and get to buffin those racing stripes,thanks for the video!

[@billychannel4234]

Love watching you explore old ruins way to go very interesting

[@richardperkins6132]

Lots more awesome hiking in beautiful Arizona. Let's find some gold an make the trip really worth the hike. You know it's out there we just have to find it chigg. If your finding the quartz it's gotta be close. Hope your friends map leads you to the biggest gold nugget to be found. Be safe an watch your step. As always safe and happy hiking an detecting. 😁👍👍

[@richardwarnock2789]

Wasn't a boney fella named Slim by any chance he hehe!! Beau you really never know a whole history of treasures buried all over the places out there!!!; )

[@dougparker4802]

You should drive into California and check Cerro Gordo out. You and Bret would make for a good show

[@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756]

Just to be hiking in those hills is an awesome adventure. But to have your detector along! Man Beau that's really great!👍🎧✌️

[@nancyk3615]

Out here in the West, it;s so many acres per cow. Back East, it's how cows per acre!

[@sarahsmthrox]

Arizona pinstripe! Love it

[@NUGGETSHOOTER]

We are up in Payson for Morels and crystals Chigg, give a shout if in the area.

[@mikeangelastro7648]

Great video!🇺🇸

[@ismewhat1234]

Please be careful and safe you're a wild man to do this a Alone🥺.🙏GOD BLESS Play really appreciate this video beautiful sights And the lucky

[@randlerichardson5826]

I’m looking forward to seeing your next video at this place

[@renasnsman]

Hey Chigg. those scratches on the side of your truck are called Arizona Pinstripes. you're welcome

[@coinucopia]

He said that in the video. You’re welcome

[@aserta]

I was looking at the google maps of the area yesterday, and those burn pits in the previous episodes are all over the place. There's at least low hundreds over a wiiide area, at least, i think those are the burn pits, seem scale with what Chigg showed us. The Indians were covering a lot of ground.

[@debbaker676]

Such a terrific adventure,thank you for sharing!

[@TucsonArizona]

Cool video, thanks so much for sharing! Love your channel! I’m following!

[@russbonk1372]

Happy Earth Day Chigg!! Great day for an adventure!

[@oldbamadirt2148]

just dont run out of beer lol may be a long night .

[@nancyk3615]

We used to call those bushes wait a minute bushes.

[@Jls75]

I love these videos. Thank you!

[@jeremypiel5544]

Mr Chig being from Arizona it's kinda cool having you in my "back yard"

[@geoffreybywater7873]

Your on tv now it's the big time

[@trimbaker1893]

Chigg, Don't burn the truck at first...If you can post your coordinates, I will come get you. I am over in North Carolina, but I am always ready to cross country for a good reason. George.

[@inglbrute]

Some nice washes to look around in. Love it. I think we're moving down there somewhere this year.

[@greenyoyo90]

We call that "Rocky mountain pin striping"

[@jeffmillikan9070]

Your tailgate made out good.. Thanks for the video's!!

[@giuseppe4909]

You’re not losing paint…you’re gaining “Desert Pin-striping”

[@jeffm6363]

Thanks for coming to az.

[@kdsaunders]

You crack me up! I enjoy your video’s. Be careful out there

[@coilsweeper1124]

That'll buff right out. lol