We dive deep into the very rich geology of Gold deposits of the infamous Black mountains of Oatman Arizon which sits on the equally famous Route ^^. This is a companion video to the Geology of Gold deposits and the formation. We know this is gonna blow them pants off so smash that like button and Sub if you are not already.
@rastaralph7154 Жыл бұрын
I was watching this video before you had time to write this! 🤣👍✌️
@jamesdowell9676 Жыл бұрын
Hea Jeff since i know your a history buff and might make a great vid may check out your area star forts to look at remains gonna need a drone as miles across. DutchSense covers some and JohnLevi covers in detail. Question for you and slim is who built the advanced massive structures and why??? Why no archeological studies being done and rarely mentioned in history? Just something to ponder!🤔 Keep up the great work and stock up on them there beans. Lol
@rastaralph7154 Жыл бұрын
@@jamesdowell9676 nice! I'm well into that and love Jon Levi! I really liked his last video laughing and working out what people were thinking in the photograph 👍🤣❤️💛💚
@motokenzo763 Жыл бұрын
So millions of years ago would this area look like the Pacific Northwest with it's volcanoes or more like Yellowstone...or something completely different? As always you and Lila provide such great videos and content. 💣💥🚫👖🤠
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
@@rastaralph7154 thats what we are talking about
@rickjohnson6559 Жыл бұрын
I've said it a hundred times your the best at teaching. I hope people realize just how much knowledge you are putting out there. Great video.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks Rick ....really appreciate that
@packiejoegilheany1171 Жыл бұрын
Speaking of teaching , are there any rock hunting courses in Arizona that anyone could recommend? I’m moving to Tempe but plan on taking camping trips and would love to know what I’m looking at. Cheers
@FJB-HB-KH-libs4 ай бұрын
Oatman is fun. Driving old RT 66 back to kingman is a nice drive. Theres a natural spring that pools up and theres goldfish in there. And lots of burros everywhere.
@markhepworth Жыл бұрын
Jeff mate,your mining vids are great,but this sort of explore and your Geology films really are where it’s at! Keep up the great work pal 👍
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks Mark
@MartinD9999 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, 1 of the few things I miss about living out West are these craggily, open brush lands to explore.
@samuelsparling878 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing, Jeff. Your videos have really helped me to understand and appreciate the landscapes I've been exploring the last few months. This really is a neat area and your enthusiasm is infectious.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@BullProspecting Жыл бұрын
I wish Gold never jumped into my soul... I wouldn't mind if I lived in a great areas like Arizona, Nevada, Washington or Alaska... I have had more fails then I like to admit.. Great Video as always! God Bless you all!🙏
@PhaseSkater Жыл бұрын
Oregon has way more gold than Washington though 😂
@amateurhour6426 Жыл бұрын
I need to go to Oatman! I Live right around the corner in Vegas and need to check that town off the bucket list!
@joewlaschin6970 Жыл бұрын
Jeff you put out really great material not only is it entertaining but I always learn a thing or 2.I just wanted to let ya know how great you are.Im gonna go ahead an smash that like button (smash it real hard) and get outta here but I always look forward to your next video.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks .... now samsh it again
@themagicwoodbus32115 ай бұрын
After watching the episode with Roy Williams, I understand what you’re doing. Not just teaching us, but showing us the adventure also. thanks man.
@rickmoyerjr2845 Жыл бұрын
Haven't commented in a while. I appreciate all the places you take us and the knowledge you pass on to us! You're awesome Jeff!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@MrKelly-oc5kq Жыл бұрын
JEFF your geology knowledge is impressive, and you make it fun too learn, thank you.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@mountainmanxyz6 ай бұрын
You are a wealth of knowledge my friend. This video is honestly phenomenal. Have not seen a more comprehensive prospecting/geology video than this.
@Askjeffwilliams6 ай бұрын
thanks
@mountainmanxyz6 ай бұрын
@@Askjeffwilliams likewise
@SueCooke Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to watching this later. Love the music 👍
@troyjones2436 Жыл бұрын
Thx Jeff for the very informative video. I much prefer these videos than your earlier silly ones. I learn so much more with these.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@zanderfowler7995 Жыл бұрын
This is some great geology information Jeff! Much obliged. Been waiting for some stuff like this. .
@BubuH-cq6km Жыл бұрын
😎 👍🏼on another note D.C is full of "Wild" Asses as well but the 2 legged kind and more dangerous
@thetruckersmanifesto3873 Жыл бұрын
When my Grandfather retired from the merchant marine, he built a cabin in Montana, dry cabin, with an outhouse out back, it was a ways back like a quarter mile almost.
@rastaralph7154 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video as always! I thought you took a pan everywhere you went! 🤣 Breaking the law breaking the law ✌️❤️💛💚
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
I usually do
@nicksmartialarts9236 Жыл бұрын
🤫
@galatura Жыл бұрын
Just watched a drone video of Golden Valley, your desert landscapes are magnificent.
@spencertmaynard146 Жыл бұрын
Once again your knowledge is amazing I learned so much from watching your videos it is much appreciated thank you again
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks Spencer , really appreciate that
@dukesilver702 Жыл бұрын
I struck gold when I subscribed to Ask Jeff Williams! LETS GOOOO
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks
@the4thj Жыл бұрын
That was awesome Jeff I loved the journey thank for taking me. You are a great teacher, sir. I want to go to Otman now.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
You should!
@thetruckersmanifesto3873 Жыл бұрын
It was such a profound moment in his life my aunt brought it up at his funeral. Like standing up there with a microphone talking to the audience n stuff.
@rh5563 Жыл бұрын
Been there many times. Beautiful area, hotter than hell in the summer though! 👍👍👍
@boblemon8337 Жыл бұрын
I use an old drill today and a sledge hammer to break and crush ore. It's fast and cheap use a 6 inch by 12 inch pipe to put your ore in and crush.
@craig265 Жыл бұрын
That might be of the best and most important geological answers for anybody who's smart enough to look for gold. Only if Google gave us the real close-up pictures they've been sitting on for over 20 years.
@jaybrown8639 Жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff, I love your videos like this. YOU are a goldmine of information. I have to say that I believe that the only reason the government seals off or fills in old mines is they know there is a lot more precious metals left in that mine. Public safety has nothing to do with it, prime example is the mine/pit you referred to as the ant hill. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks Jay ...... exactly ....they don't spend money on nothing .....exactly ...why is that one still open
@anathemaish Жыл бұрын
Ive been to oatman before. Its a fun place, i need to go up there again and see if i can find some gold. Im new to prospecting and and have found some small stuff in lynx creek and the little tributaries so far.
@charleydaniels6563 Жыл бұрын
So cool I can't wait to get out and explore
@mostcom Жыл бұрын
Always look forward to prospecting with you.
@phillip9468 Жыл бұрын
Well I am late watching this but as others have already said, these "educational" videos are brilliant. I have learnt more watching & listening to you Jeff than all the other gold prospecting channels combined. Bloody awesome Jeff & the vid quality by your best half is terrific as usual.😁👍.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! Thanks
@abrahambankhead359 Жыл бұрын
When I was younger me and a good friend used to drive out to the desert and find old ghost towns and mines, it was the search for the golden monkey. We never found the golden monkey but we did pick up alot of crystals and pyrite, and beautiful minerals. Your videos remind me of that, it makes me want to polish up the car and drive out there again! Here in Utah we have fossils and gems and all kinds of cool stuff like that. Gosh you know so much about the science I can't get enough of hearing you explain it all. Fascinating stuff, Jeff!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks and get out there before you are too old
@donaldfitzgerald8950 Жыл бұрын
You're a walking map Jeff, you know so much of the mining history and how things were done in those days you've no need for anything except get off that couch and find the shiny! Lol! 😅 🤠
@lindafoxwood78 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful information. I was on a nature trail at my work and found a narrow stream with nothing but jagged stones and pebbles. I spotted one roundish rock about the size of my fist. I noted that this looked incredibly out of place, and I was right! It was the stone part of a Indian "Tommy Hawk". I didn't know that at the time, I just put the stone in my pocket. I put the stone next to my TV when I got home. The very next afternoon, the sun was shining on it and I could see a "V" shape markings on the stone and it has the same markings on the other side. The darker stains were from the leather straps that held the stone to its handle. I feel pretty good about the find; a 20 minute trip into the woods landed me a piece of history. Thank you for your videos.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks great ...what a find Linda and you betcha
@I.Live4oldcars.prospecting Жыл бұрын
Awesome video Jeff. Very interesting
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@MikeJudy-hr4vd Жыл бұрын
This format of instruction is the best. Hope to see many more! Thanks Jeff and Lila!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks and yes more is on the way
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks
@LongdistanceRider22 Жыл бұрын
Great hearing from you Jeff… love Oatman thanks for the Geo lesson
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
you betcha Iris
@milosstrela Жыл бұрын
Veoma zanimljivo,izuzetna lokacija,uzivao sam,veliki pozdrav.🇷🇸🤠👍
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Děkujeme, opravdu si toho vážíme a máme pro vás další na cestě
@virginiarocks Жыл бұрын
Fun times! Learned some things as always (I keep a pan in my car and pack all the time now). 😃
@bradleywest75863 ай бұрын
This is so cool I need to learn more thanks professor jeff
@Askjeffwilliams3 ай бұрын
Any time!
@doogen5 Жыл бұрын
Loved this video so much! Thanks Jeff!
@kriscarman64287 ай бұрын
Lived in AZ for my whole life(45 years) and have never been there! ..putting it on the list. Fun fact, most major current mines in AZ are copper mines, The copper pays for the mining, but the gold/silver is where they profit. And those profits are usually kept secret :)
@GSProspecting Жыл бұрын
I always have a blast coming by. Keep on having fun and living the dream fam. Gold Squad Out!!!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks GS
@bradarkle8464 Жыл бұрын
We've had an unusually wet winter, Jeff, also.
@donaldlee6699 Жыл бұрын
Jeff and Lila this year will strike it rich! That's right! This year! Jeff is working a mine that is very promising! I have been watching a lot of metal detecting videos lately! When I get depressed watching 'treasure' being can slaw, rusty nails, bottle caps, I find my way on the internet to Arizona! There are several in Arizona that make lucrative finds! I love watching those that find 'treasure'! Perhaps, I will find treasure here in south central Illinois. Some of the rivers here supposedly have small amounts of gold. There is possibly a couple other States there are gold to metal detect? Australia? Those earthquakes lately may play a significant role in opening up possible prospecting? I always learn from Jeff. Thanks for the video.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks
@_TONY_Az Жыл бұрын
Nice job jeff thank for the lesson professor always done jusr right little. Laughter and learning. Stay safe
@justachipn3039 Жыл бұрын
We sure do enjoy these kind of ride along's you take us on !!! And your tour story tell'n is a special treat !!! Sure could watch hours n hours of you guys !!! Nice Ride Thx Guys !!!🌵🌵 💀💀👍👍
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks and you betcha
@Havasu79 Жыл бұрын
Growing up in Needles, Oatman was a playground. I wish I had the internet and your channel when I was a teenager! I could’ve been a lot more productive rather than just 4Xing and exploring
@TomandJulieMineExploring Жыл бұрын
Fun place and video, Jeff. I've been down that inclined shaft with the huge closure on it. It doesn't do a lot as I remember. The high water table makes many of the workings in the area flooded. Thanks for the geology lesson.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
tanks for telling us ...now we can mark it off the list ...glad you liked the vid
@MartinD9999 Жыл бұрын
Whoa 😳 That intro was insanely good…someone has been taking film classes… nice work. Especially the music…
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@johnjacobs1625 Жыл бұрын
Nice Lesson! Thx Jeff! Cheers JJ
@kylerayk Жыл бұрын
Awesome informative video Jeff! The quote from Curly Bill @ 4:02 really made my day! Tombstone is my favorite movie in the whole entire world. Ask Jeff Williams is my second favorite!!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks ...ours to
@SueCooke Жыл бұрын
What a marvellous way to end my Monday. After being busy with a saw, shovel and crowbar during the day, to now be sat on my bed, sewing up the holes in my dog's soft toys whilst watching and learning a heap load of stuff about geology & the story of Oatman. I couldn't be happier 😊 Fascinating & very interesting lesson. Thank you Jeff. Living in the UK this may probably sound a silly question to you, but if I was there exploring, and found a lovely piece of quartz, would I be allowed to put it in my pocket and keep it? Another quick question please, why do you call the donkey's Burros? Absolutely love the fact that Lila joins you on all your explores. Some women would be "Oh no, I can't possibly do that." Not me, I'd be like Lila and join in! You guys are great. Thanks again. Take care and stay safe over there.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Hi Sue ...as long as you are not on Park land or claimed land then no problem... they have Donkey's and Burros in Oatman ....Donkey's are multicolored and Burros are all grey with a black strip running down the back and front leg ...thanks and you to
@christiansmith9195 Жыл бұрын
Nice work Jeff Williams really explained in detail , coming from a bloke that's never done any gold prospecting , love what you do mate , Chris from Melbourne
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍Chris
@littlebitacresfarm25205 ай бұрын
Its been a long time since I have been there. Would live to go back. ❤
@DanyRivard Жыл бұрын
A man who resells gold is a damn good guy, a man who finds and sells gold is such as a profound philosopher!
@VegasDave53 Жыл бұрын
It's amazing how the old timers who were not trained geologists figured this stuff out 150 years ago and missed very little in mineral deposits.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
exactly
@the-macjagger Жыл бұрын
The geology talks never get old. Never.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks
@prank9724 Жыл бұрын
That's what we Talkin bout Willie 😊
@joschmidt4951 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tour and geology lesson, you are better than any of the geology teachers I had.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks
@stalionnnnn1 Жыл бұрын
Keep up the great work Jeff
@chrishouseman4781 Жыл бұрын
What an excellent source of information thanks a lot
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@twisttwister8254 Жыл бұрын
Great educational show thanks
@tubasteinar Жыл бұрын
A very informative video. I realy enjoyed it!
@taylormach1699 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information.
@dezertraider Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU JEFF,,WX LOOKS JUST GORGEOUS..STAY AWESOME..
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@diggindumbsht9525 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your incredible smarts!
@BiggestKev1960 Жыл бұрын
Super cool Jeff, thanks for sharing mate. Cheers Kev
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@wilsonrawlin8547 Жыл бұрын
Jeff "King of Gold Fever" Williams!!! Fartest Smeller in the AU world. What always has me going is the fact you can dig or prospect a section of vein not far from one with nothing and find super deposits and even nuggets!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
exactly .....now you are talking
@michaelfercik3691 Жыл бұрын
I went to the Quartzite, AZ gold show in Feb. 10 - 12, 2023. When traveling through Pheonix, AZ it took 3 hours to travel 30 miles, so on the way home to Farmington, NM, I traveled north through Parker/Bull Frog City to connect to I - 40. Dowsing while driving I could faintly pick up the entire Oatman gold magnetic field, meaning the area is rich in gold deposits. This coming late fall I plan on camping and dowsing out the entire Oatman gold fields with dowsing for undiscovered gold veins and gold placer deposits. If already claimed, I will search for and notify the current claim owner of the dowsed gold potential. Also, this will allow myself to join the gold prospecting clubs with the best placer gold deposits.
@keithcarney9877 Жыл бұрын
Hey Jeff, thanks for making prospecting videos fun. You're the best out there. You definitely make learning geology easy. I must say it drives my ol lady crazy when I point out quartz veins or Valsonic plugs, and the YEAH, YOUR GONNA GET WET! phrase 😅 use it all the time, especially before I tell her good news. You're definitely someone who restores my faith in humanity. Where's slim?
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 Slims taking a much need nap .
@yakaronielyak8299 Жыл бұрын
hey bro love the video as usual. If I could just mention that I like when you slow down on the minerals in your hand and on the mine walls so the camera can focus and we can see the detail. Again great content sir.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
we can do that ....thanks for the feedback
@mirkopg69 Жыл бұрын
My sister together with my niece last summer from Italy they follow the route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles, and I say to her I see this town b4 from your channel...funny huh?!👍
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
That's awesome!
@ricochetaz3846 Жыл бұрын
Your the BOMB! Keep on keepen on
@HeavyMetalDetectingPassion4 ай бұрын
Nice adventures man!! Cheers!!! Big hello from metaldetecting couple, also your new friends and subscribers! Hapyy hunting!!!!
@Askjeffwilliams4 ай бұрын
thanks HMDP.... love that name
@topcatcoast2coast579 Жыл бұрын
Love the sounds of skree.
@Spudscave Жыл бұрын
What a stunning little town it’s perfect the story of the Olive Oatman is fascinating this video has everything history gold geology and the world famous Jeff Williams who was like a kid in a candy store love to see Jeff in his element it’s an education listening to him he is a wonderful teacher and a master of his craft All the best from me to Jeff and Lila take care and I’ll see you on the next adventure ❤from Scotland 🏴
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks ....really appreciate that
@paulnewhouse8714 Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your videos brother. Very informative as always. Love to vicariously ride around Arizona with you. You know I think I've been watching your videos since you started making them a long time ago.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thank, thank and...thanks ...really appreciate the long time viewership
@sgtgrumpy13 Жыл бұрын
Jeff, Get you a bug out bag and put in a pan, e tool, scoop, spare lights and sample bag. Take it with you every time you go out.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
I usually do but left it in the Jeep
@johnpappe3289 Жыл бұрын
A very informative video Jeff. And the photography is excellent.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@sfbfriend Жыл бұрын
I have read about Olive Oatman, quite a story. A very good read about other abductions are covered in the book Killing Crazyhorse, I highly recommend it, it goes way back to the earlier accounts of the Indian wars and other abductions such as Cynthia Ann Parker.
@bedrockbennett1827 Жыл бұрын
Great job Jeff
@1971jwing Жыл бұрын
Awesome vid this time as always. Love the knowledge Sir. Great health to you and yours.
@MerchantMarineGuy Жыл бұрын
Drove through oatman in a rented RV, what a place! Love it!
@adventureswithgoat719 Жыл бұрын
Teach me 'Ol wise one Master Splinter!
@bayoubonsey29113 күн бұрын
I could spend the rest of my life out there with a pan and UTV driving around all day
@jamesderynck1219 Жыл бұрын
great video my friend thanks
@scruggsbuster9458 Жыл бұрын
Yeah I think when I get a vacation I'm just go to that little town find out where I can go to look 👀 and take my GOLD PAN with me and. BAGS to hold the dirt so thanks for the video and I smashed the like button hard
@FlyerPatty29 Жыл бұрын
Oatman is somewhere between 20 and 30 minutes from where I live
@kinghunter2330 Жыл бұрын
new friend from philippines, supporting your youtube channel🇸🇽🇸🇽🇸🇽
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks . really appreciate that
@charlesroer972 Жыл бұрын
In my 74 yrs I’ve been told , there ain’t no gold in ARizona . Well I’ve seen the AU . Here is another example that Arizona has plenty of gold . Just follow the signs ! Thanks for the geology lesson !
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
there is plenty of Gold in AZ ...still being found every day
@silverbulletfdfed Жыл бұрын
Love your vids Jeff!! Thank you!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@purge2--u--nite342 Жыл бұрын
When I lived there while back, I remember I took my Xgf through there and she was scared. 😨 She was breed in az and never really explored and when I moved out there I got her to see the vast abandoned places there. Good stuff
@6GUNSOUTH Жыл бұрын
Where can you find this music/soundtrack? Awesome videos and information. Thank you
@thetruckersmanifesto3873 Жыл бұрын
I got a story for u Jeff about my grandfather when I was younger
@johnnyappleseed2058 Жыл бұрын
Oatman is must VISIT! Blink and you're through it go slow and see a place like no other.
@FurrKnight Жыл бұрын
This content is pure gold to me, Thanks Jeff!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
you betcha
@allansgoldmining Жыл бұрын
Hey everybody, Jeff Williams is now taking over Monday Night sporting events. YEEHAW !!! Absolutely a great video. Love the drone shot of Oatman too ! Thanks for taking us on another in-depth geologic tour. Very interesting ground over there. Hey, I saw a huge forest of them Chollas near Vulture City last weekend.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
and I approve this message ..... you bet my brother ....yes it is a still so much Gold to be found ....Yep they love that area ...hope you made a video ...beautiful Gossan there ...at least what's left of it
@allansgoldmining Жыл бұрын
@Ask Jeff Williams I did ! Will be posting video Wednesday. Yeehaw !
@kensmith8832 Жыл бұрын
Appears your adventures are expanding! Keep up the good work.
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks
@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын
There were a lot of big words in this one, Jeff! But we smashed that like button so hard the donkeys heard it!
@Askjeffwilliams Жыл бұрын
thanks you two .....hope you both are doing good and staying warm....keep us posted and let us know when you want to make another Colab vid ....always a lot of fun. Stay safe
@PinInTheAtlas Жыл бұрын
@@Askjeffwilliams We are always up for another Colab, doing our best to stay thawed out!