Your very best video by far! I watch this once or twice a year. I am an easterner, but have a "romantic" love for the west. Going by yourself and whispering adds so much to the charm. Thanks so much.
@aquachigger3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
@jennasleepdream7 жыл бұрын
I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Im a unemployed british girl who's passport ran out in 2004 and you have provided me with the most fun little expeditions and treasure hunts. You help my wonderlust for travel at a time when im unable to afford to explore. Every single instalment from Aquachigger makes me smile and think "One day i will go there,see that and experience it all in person" You make my day, day after day. Thank you again and Hold Your Breath lol Xx
@greywolfcreations51217 жыл бұрын
The "too round" hole in the ceiling beam may well be a core sample taken in order to date the age of the tree (Dendrochronology). This has been standard practice at Chaco Canyon, Mesa Verde, etc.
@Katenpie7 жыл бұрын
Beau, thank you for taking me along on your journey. It was always my dream to visit these cliff dwellings. I'm a disabled vet and at 51 am now on a walker to prevent further falls so my dream has slipped away. But through you I feel I'm almost there.
@nancyphillips75584 жыл бұрын
Amazing, the people were able to build a home that has truly lasted through the years. The bonus being, I think, they didn't destroy the beauty of nature as sadly, we have done. I love these videos's allowing those of us who can't get around well enough anymore, to be able to enjoy nature as it was meant to be. I love your channel. Thank you for making these!
@sparkpresentmax7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for clear speech. It's always easy to hear every word you say, as Im not a native English speaker, that means a lot for me.
@carlcantrell47817 жыл бұрын
The Mogollon (Mo-gee-yon) and Anasazi Indians lived in that area until about 1,200 years ago when the Apaches, Navajos, and Comanches moved in and killed most of them off. Some managed to survive by moving into big pueblos with larger tribes near rivers but most were kill. The ranchers finding the Indian belongings in place tell me the Indians were probably ambushed below and killed, probably taking their food and anything they had with them but the raiding Indians never found the cliff dwellings.
@ZeldaRosenthal2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great explanation! 😁
@lessismore60624 жыл бұрын
I visited Mesa Verde with my parents when I was a kid. My impression back then was it's just a bunch of rocks. As my love for history grew I became obcessed with history of the ancients. Thank you so much for this series! I greatly enjoyed it!
@rrhodes44337 жыл бұрын
I just want to thank you for taking me on this amazing journey with you Chig. I am disabled and there is no way for me to go explore the world like you do. When you go to these places its like im there with you the way you explain things and the awesome video images you get. So, thank you so much for this!!
@anndodds87817 жыл бұрын
Wow! ! absolutely amazing. I bet those woman made beautiful woven mats and blankets for their families.
@treasuretrackertim37427 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your respect for Archaeological sites. It is so important to destroy as little as possible when researching. You are also well informed Aquachigger. Great video. Better than National Geographic.You got me hooked.
@doverdiane6 жыл бұрын
This is just amazing. The talent, creativity and thought that went into creating these amazing cliff dwellings is hard to imagine. How they could move those huge rocks up there is hard to picture. Another piece of history that I wouldn't have read about as living.in Canada you don't just think to research these areas unless your heading there. Thanks for sharing.
@bo496857 жыл бұрын
I sure hope you have more video of this area coming....man I DID NOT want these videos to end. Those, for me were probably the videos I have enjoyed the most and that is saying LOT because you have made some truly AMAZING videos. Thank you so so much for sharing those. I sure wish you would come to Northern Michigan, I would drive anywhere to meet up with you😊
@candysantillo33257 жыл бұрын
mark Bohamed my thoughts,exactly!
@sandiscuriousthings2575 жыл бұрын
I love your videos like this! You go places I've always wanted to visit and you see things in depth the way I would want to, not just in passing so that I'm actually seeing what I'm wanting to see and learning what I want to learn! Thank you for that!
@moetivateme7 жыл бұрын
I waited for this video to come online! So excited! Mr. Chiggels keep up the good work.
@wilkiepup17 жыл бұрын
Okay, dogs went nuts over the coyote again!! Lol! This series is so great. You are a good teacher too. So cool to think that you fit your hand into another humans handprint from so long ago.
@jasonandhillary7 жыл бұрын
Marilyn Wilkie lol mine too
@nobodyatall99467 жыл бұрын
Phenomenal video Chigg! I didn't even know our land had this history still in existence. I love it. Thank you so much for bringing us along. Can't wait for the next video!
@candysantillo33257 жыл бұрын
I'm generally a patient person but must admit I had trouble waiting for this one.Thanking you in advance.💝
@pedrovitsch2 жыл бұрын
Nobody builds such elaborate, hard-to-reach dwellings in seclusion without a valid reason. It is difficult to imagine that people lived there permanently. When in the early Middle Ages in Occitania, today's southern France, the Cathar community was persecuted and opposed by the inquisition of the Catholic Church, people also withdrew to fortified cave settlements. There were also difficult to access and impregnable hilltop settlements that were only permanently inhabited in times of need, as they were dependent on outside supplies. Both the hill settlements and the caves were also religious sites, so that ceremonial reasons could also play a role. Thank you for these extraordinary impressions of a breathtaking landscape, its treasures and secrets. It is always a great pleasure for me to be able to accompany you on your excursions from afar.
@erniegelaga48617 жыл бұрын
aquachigger your channel is the best I Injoy watching everyday, more power and good luck for your next treasures, Greetings from Philippines.
@justtodd19697 жыл бұрын
Like a modern day Indiana Jones..lol. My folks took me out west as a teenager and I've wanted to go back ever since. Thank you for taking the time to share so much with all of us. Love your channel!
@Seahorse14142 жыл бұрын
Seeing someone today placing their fingers in the marks a person made many centuries ago just gives me goosebumps , it is truly stretching out your hand to touch another...time travel !
@stratocaster1greg4 жыл бұрын
Chigg these are fascinating. Thanks for doing this. I will watch these several times. God Bless Us All.
@SandTguy7 жыл бұрын
I can not even imagine how they were able to build and carry all of what they had to have to build. By all accounts a fortress like that so for up in the what I would call the bad lands A.K.A very dangerous territory. Amazing in my book.Great video.
@WHUFC717 жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible! I wish I had the means to explore the way you do. I'm British and live in Florida and love history especially Native American history. I did buy a metal detector after watching you and Nuggetnogin. Next is the magnet although locating one is difficult! can't wait until the next instalment. stay safe.
@1Epicdoom7 жыл бұрын
Loving this series of videos Brother, Thanx So much for sharing. Correct on the atlatl just say it a little faster. like at-latl . The cakes your talking about or Bread tastes like rice cakes if just flour was used, my Mother would use flour and fine ground corn that would give it a corn bread flavor. My family also used acorn and various other nuts ground fine and used to flavor the Bread. it lasts a long time, very dense. My family would make it on a hot flat stone. AKA Bread Stone. I loved to eat it with a slice of Pemmican on it. I still make Pemmican the way My Mother made it passed down through the generations and I still take it on hunting, hiking and camping trips. Haven't made the bread in years because my kids didn't like it much so wife wouldn't make it. I think the rounded wall would have served two purposes first more strength as cylindrical object can hold up massive weight. and lasts for radiant heat that shape tends to reflect heat better than a flat surface.
@jimkey9207 жыл бұрын
You have some good insights.
@1Epicdoom7 жыл бұрын
TY Sir
@drhambone15987 жыл бұрын
chig and wonderhussy always providing great historical exploration entertainment
@curezilla7 жыл бұрын
Incredible video Chigg!! I love the variety of vids you post. They are all entertaining, educational, and humorous! Hopefully your travels bring you close to me sometime, and I can go on a hunt or just bring some refreshments! Thanks for sharing!!!
@coltonzack87144 жыл бұрын
love your channel man use to live in new Mexico when I was younger going to these sites and my dads bestfriend like my uncles pow wows even though I'm white and it's not my culture I still feel spiritually connected to it growing up around it seeing this gave me pure joy makes me wanna move back to new mexico to go back and study the sites and culture and people more true joy to my heart!
@stephenpost69717 жыл бұрын
Can you imagine the amount of work it took those people to haul all those logs and rocks ,dirt for mortar ,water not to mention their food supplies.
@patchingmagic6 жыл бұрын
I've always thought the people who lived in those homes were doing so for protection, yet the more you talked the more the other reasons made a great deal of sense, its beautiful and the location more ambient.
@noluv4u1007 жыл бұрын
Yey I'm so excited to watch this I've been waiting all day on the edge of my seat for it!!I love your work Aquachigger, I'm addicted to your videos! And your personality!!
@candysantillo33257 жыл бұрын
andrea lewis me,too!
@AbandonedExplorationUrbex19797 жыл бұрын
History lessons with The Chigg! I love it! I am so fascinated with old historic ruins..
@grizz11087 жыл бұрын
Chigg; just a note. In the old days sometimes people would char the outer side of wood in order for it to withstand decay for a longer period of time. Old timers did it with fence posts.
@samilt137 жыл бұрын
The scenery is breath taking. Those dwellings took along time to build and difficult.
@Katseye1027 жыл бұрын
Places like this are ALWAYS worth exploring! Where else are you going to get hands on the history of the Native Americans? Doing things like this! Thanks Chig!
@sarajane_757 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking me on this journey; something I most likely won't ever see. Love the history lesson and exploring!
@sabrinafelber5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this adventure. I am disabled and could not have done this myself but it was like I was right there beside you making it up a mountain to see it too.
@gmpugh76066 жыл бұрын
This is not only your best video but one of the best on all of utube in my opinion . This is just as good as it gets.
@shortyyy43217 жыл бұрын
Such a pleasure to watch each and every one of your videos. You only talk when necessary and are always informative and insightful. Very peaceful content. Thank you, as i very much enjoy viewing these moments youve captured
@shortyyy43217 жыл бұрын
I love people like you
@TomFromMN Жыл бұрын
This may have been from a few years ago, but there is always something for me to learn from Aquachigger. Incredible video. Thank you.
@tomsmith58813 жыл бұрын
I watch all your videos new and old these are by far the most enjoyable to me I bought a metal detector as I was inspired by your video I bought the same that you use the Mac Pro I enjoy detecting I’m 71and feel like a kid with the treasure I find thanks
@deadeye76677 жыл бұрын
so hard to believe that all that was done by hand it blows the mind again thanx for showing us chigg
@Uniquelyyours17 жыл бұрын
So very cool, Beau. Thank you so much for taking us along. What an experience:)
@notsure80417 жыл бұрын
I would like to live in a place that has so many different types of natural building materials. great place,thanks for taking us along.
@cat4417 жыл бұрын
really enjoying this video, and thank you, I'm not able to hike any longer and so would never be able to get there. I love that you show everything, share what you know about it, and include 'close ups' even into the cracks and crannies... just like I would look IF I were there. I really appreciate you taking us along. Looking forward to the next part.
@shawnlanphere39787 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your wonderful exploration. Because of your narrative, I feel like I was there with you. : )
@stacywilliams16244 жыл бұрын
It's staggering to think of how old those beams are. Touching fingerprints left hundreds ago is just amazing, the human connection.
@jde90957 жыл бұрын
Absolutely an amazing adventure, looking forward to part 3. Would not complain if there is a part 4,5,6. Thanks for sharing.
@bobnichols23565 жыл бұрын
Look at a video of Chaco Canyon. Same type of masonry, same openings with a T shape, same corner doors, and the rounded room at this location resembles a Chaco Kiva.
@oigeeeni7 жыл бұрын
You are my favorite channel. Always interesting.
@michelestaples55477 жыл бұрын
You ,, like many people have asked why did the leave pottery and baskets and metates etc. behind. all things were natural and could be made with the supply found at the new location. why carry heavy combersome Items when you could move faster unburdened? Once a location with water access was found, they could scout out clay. pots an plates made, grasses reeds or limbs and baskets could be made. metates were just finding the right stone. same with many tools. Your respect and genuine reverence for our native cultures is so appreciated. You "get" it. huge respect to you. We could have had some great convos about past cultures. My parents were interpreters with the ta'hano Oodham nation for many years and we have Indian heritage. Thank you, Seriously Beau.
@brucefrazeur31727 жыл бұрын
you need to go on national TV, love what you do, thank you.
@elkhunter86647 жыл бұрын
Low doorways are consistent with Salado Indian dwellings. Popular theory is for defensive purposes. Hard for an enemy to storm a room when they must enter one at a time while bent at the waist.
@smithk69777 жыл бұрын
Totally mind boggling.👍
@jamesholland6157 жыл бұрын
I spent four nights at Mesa Verde a few years ago.i found the culture fascinating. thank you Chigg, really enjoyed your adventure.
@Backroad_Junkie7 жыл бұрын
I'm like Chig. Hiking around Mesa Verde, I found out us flatlanders who live at like 500ft above sea level have no air when we get to like 6-7000 feet. A hike that would be no problem at sea level left me breathless at height. (Lemme tell you a story about quickly standing up at 14K feet. HAhahaha...)
@TUSSCANNY7 жыл бұрын
Are you a teacher? I love your videos so much. I. can't even tell you how much. I've missed so much in life in my old old age and you've share such beauty with all of us. Can't thank you enough. Granny fan
@candysantillo33257 жыл бұрын
GRANNY TG TG GRANNY Me,also
@22nola3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I loved the video. I enjoy trying to picture how they overcame life challenges.
@stevenz13967 жыл бұрын
Love your videos Aquachigger you do such a great job all by yourself such beautiful country thank you 👽👽👽
@tommyvinson67 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Beu, I wonder if they moved to the cliffs when the Spanish started exploring North America. The clay does look burned I agree. I really appreciate you making the videos of this place.
@shopdog8317 жыл бұрын
Tommy Vinson this would have had to be build long before the Spanish got here.i believe some Spanish records recorded seeing meny of these places on there expeditions
@edsmetaldetecting317 жыл бұрын
By far the best video yet!! Awesome
@davidvanderwel46697 жыл бұрын
aguachigger thank you for taking us with you on your trips
@RetroRobbin597 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking us with you! I miss all your exploration videos, so it was really nice to come across this one from so long ago. What a beautiful place, seems like a good area to wait out the apocalypse. 😅
@AmbitionClinic3 жыл бұрын
I’m so grateful for your videos. I did a few days out like this on my last trip to Arizona. Making plans again, thanks for your inspiration.
@frankrice53643 жыл бұрын
Again I say georgous vedio love history thank you for taking the time to share and we know how much time it takes
@TheTiaKeas7 жыл бұрын
Fantastic, beautiful and interesting! Thank-you!!
@chalkhills15697 жыл бұрын
Holy Bobbins! I caught a fresh, new upload. Keep up the good work Chigg. I love watching your adventures from across the pond.
@michellesheleg58957 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for sharing this adventure. I'm glad that you were able to relive a very fond memory. I'd have been more askeered of cats than momma bears 😃
@tammymossholder10587 жыл бұрын
thanks for the adventure! look forward to part 3! be safe!
@williamna58007 жыл бұрын
I think this is one of your most interesting videos, very nice work. Thanks for taking the time to put these videos up.
@phillivingston82374 жыл бұрын
I appreciate this second video; quite a lot to take in. Thank you for sharing.
@cherylmatthews71727 жыл бұрын
Aquachigger thank you so much for these videos. I'm on the edge of my seat waiting for the next one. The hike and seeing these structures is just like being there. It would be so cool to hike this one day. but I'm not to sure if I can because of my knees too give me problems. But your videos are just like being there. Thank you.
@faqsmarm32074 жыл бұрын
I know this is about two year too late, but this is my favorite series of yours. I have been watching your videos about about 5 years now and have to say, you're amazing at what you do and your videos are one of a kind. Its like watching the old Nat Geo without all the bullshit!!!
@AngelaFaithHodge5 жыл бұрын
Incredible video. Thank you for all of your hard and diligent work!
@lavenderrose22h557 жыл бұрын
That was awesome thanks can't wait part 3 just amazing to still be able to go into them
@loxlie777 жыл бұрын
Hopefully you carry a PLB and wear snake guards, Chig. No way you'll catch me out there without them!
@crazyhorseaz52246 жыл бұрын
Thanks man it's great to see you appreciate our history and respect the dwellings. You are a good man and I love your enthusiasm, not just for this area away from your own area,, but even on your own area.
@johnlambert60195 жыл бұрын
I am a Native American I want to thank you for sharing your videos I watched 1. 2. 3. They were awesome they could have been my ancestors but they are a little bit distance from where I come from I am a Lumbee Indian My Tribe comes from North Carolina South of the Lumbee River we start a family tree several years ago the tracking of our ancestors went all the way back to 1550 to date it was amazing all who we found and we realize that they were all over the country just not in North Carolina I hope you keep doing good videos thank you again
@matthewwilliams82206 жыл бұрын
Aqua-yapper! I love love love your videos. You are a wealth of knowledge, you have a personality that makes you super easy to love and listen to. Great fucking videos...there is nothing on television that even almost compares
@swankyginger54077 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Thank you for sharing. My dogs even watch. They were quite triggered at the end. lol.
@dubcoco17 жыл бұрын
wow, thats amazing Beau! Thank You very much for sharing this. Beautiful area also.
@puffinvapor45512 жыл бұрын
They did all of this by hand, amazing !
@joshthemediocre78243 жыл бұрын
I will be making this trip someday as well, i have to be honest, i get quite irritated when i see historical places likes this that i have known zero about in my entire life, i had no idea there were still native cliff dwelling in america that anyone could go visit, thank you for showing me the light, I can tell you have a real love for Arizona, i can see why, it's beautiful.
@rayrowe26647 жыл бұрын
KUDOS OUT TO YOU MY FRIEND TO HAVE THE STRENGTH TO BRING US THIS FANTASTIC VIDEO SERIES
@stevegrinwis63282 жыл бұрын
best one yet. was there when I was a teen
@Marlonscrazy7 жыл бұрын
This is absolutely amazing!! I stumbled upon a dwelling similar to this that hadn't been explored and there was no trails leading to it.
@annrichards84806 жыл бұрын
I was almost in the middle of a busy village as you took us through such incredible structures. I love Native American artifacts and structures - greatly respect their old ways. At the end of the day, I have to ask what kind of people are capable of taking out nation after nation of human beings.
@godseeker11683 жыл бұрын
Good day to you Sir.. Really great footage. If I had the money I'd shovel a boatload to you for what you go through in your videos. Love it man.
@mauri73347 жыл бұрын
So fascinating and absolutely breathtaking
@cecilbennett54037 жыл бұрын
Beau, l think what you are calling blood splatters are small paintings using iron oxide or similar paint. The white figures in the middle are the Indians doing various things. I've come across similar paintings here in Mississippi on rocks. Great video and well done!
@tracybradshaw13626 жыл бұрын
Really like this series! Thanks Tracy
@aatuvaan75635 жыл бұрын
Watching this 'Pueblo trilogy' again. This is so mesmerizing stuff i never get tired of it. I my opinion probably the best stuff you have uploaded in youtube!
@adamlmedia7 жыл бұрын
well worth the wait... beautiful history... thanks for sharing Chig
@thomasmccallister40107 жыл бұрын
Very nice little climb/hike. Very cool dwellings.
@ericchilver91133 жыл бұрын
Thanks Beau well worth the hike .
@TNgrandee37 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for part 3. I so enjoy getting to go to these wondrous places through videos from explorers like yourself. And Bear Grylls has nothing on you.:)
@detroitredneckdetroitredne66747 жыл бұрын
wow what a great adventure thank you so much for sharing
@gonagain7 жыл бұрын
I realize it was difficult getting up there, but thank you so much!
@desertfoxx18237 жыл бұрын
I don't know about the rest of your fans, but I'm worried when you do these long and dangerous hikes alone. I hope that nothing happens to you, but you may want to think of taking someone along just in case. Another great video!