Hiking Alone In Death Valley (Looking for Abandoned Mines)

The property here at Cerro Gordo is about 400 acres and borders Death Valley. This week I decided to show you some more of the surrounding area by hiking out from the town to some remote abandoned mines that overlook Death Valley. I haven't been hiking in quite a while, so I over-packed, made some omissions in my packing, and had to make some tough decisions and realizations.
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[@GhostTownLiving]

Thanks for coming to join me on this adventure! What should I do next?

[@Lorkus]

CAT MONTAGE

[@Lorkus]

NIGHT SKY MONTAGE

[@sk8flipout29]

Literally anything you want to do. I’m sure most of us will watch you do anything.

[@jameshanks1170]

Literally any project/renovation work would be awesome to see, keep it up!

[@liamkramer2836]

try to get into the union mine some more without the lift

[@wolfyyoung7805]

petition that if this guy doesn't post a video for longer then a month without notice we go looking for him to make sure he is alright

[@SuperJohnhughes]

im in.

[@LilYoungDaddy]

Ha! You’re not wrong.

[@amandasumka4249]

I think a month is too long, he’d be dead by then.... he’s gotta post weekly so we know he’s ok! 😂

[@cosmicrider5898]

That's what the sat phone is for he should do live updates for patrons though

[@alec4672]

@@cosmicrider5898 sat phone doesn't work underground

[@paulsimmons390]

I was once like you when I was young I loved to roam the Colorado mountains. Now I am 89 and can enjoy your antics. Keep on keeping on.

[@Dude0000]

Happy 90th sir.

[@kjbuchanan63]

I live vicariously through his videos...I require a walker to get around anymore. So my mountain hiking days passed by long ago...

[@MsKatze]

I plan to move to Colorado with my husband hopefully within the next two years and that is one of the major reasons why. I absolutely love hiking and nature but especially in the mountains! I got a small taste of it hiking in the southern California mountains, we left California a year ago and going up to the mountains is what I miss most.

[@bignate1396]

Let's all take a moment to appreciate the guy that sent Brent the "buy a ghost town" article.

[@Dargonhuman]

It was you, wasn't it?

[@kjbuchanan63]

He deserves a plaque in the Hotel.

[@JackThelRipper]

Without that stone being thrown into the pond none of this would have existed. The ripple effect is magnificent!!

[@SirAshford]

One of the things that has kept me interested in this channel is Brent's evident appreciation for history. The way you cherish Cerro Gordo is very much transmitted on these videos. I hope to visit someday, even though I'm a foreigner.

[@gullberg1000]

Same here, love to visit!

[@BigDaddyMacc]

Its sure that the miners spirits possessed him

[@kjbuchanan63]

Brent's contagious enthusiasm is what hooked me. He's a born storyteller. He draws you in totally.

[@ITCamefromthePage]

Brent: "I'm going to play it safe" Narrator: "He was not in fact going to play it safe."

[@AIKineticNRG]

"This looks like a collapse, I'm just gonna go a little bit farther"

[@ClearVisionEnt]

🤣🤣🤣

[@queenkiki5368]

I know right? Lol btw nice pic lol

[@jackquinn4994]

He needs to get Ron howard to narrate his channel

[@moritzmuller4219]

The only guy who can make 45 minute videos and I’ll still watch every second of it!! Great videos love to watch them

[@pittibarlin8692]

I'm like that with Bald And Bankrupt or MichaelCtulhu - I could watch for 2 hours and it'd still seem like 10 minutes.

[@chairmanmeow9255]

Same. Not many KZbin videos this length I'll sit through. Can't not watch these!

[@pittibarlin8692]

@ballisticrholo nah, I'll just enjoy the videos for what they are, everyone has a past and I can be arsed to research every KZbinr I watch. Ain't like I'm dating them or employing them. I can't stand Harold Baldr is that's one of the ones you mean, comes across as a right creep, I don't watch any with him in, nor could I watch ones with that whinging Welsh bloke in.

[@GhostTownLiving]

Thank you! I really appreciate that. I keep trying to make them better. Hopefully they continue to be entertaining

[@darknessav6174]

@@GhostTownLiving don't stress it.. you have only 42 dislikes out of the 85k who've watched it so far... I'm confident everyone likes the vids, including me!

[@justmatt3977]

"My one Pet peeve is littering" *Proceeds to become excited when finding 100 year old litter.*

[@forrestloy4243]

Lol!

[@marywegrzyn506]

Ya but that 100 year old litter becomes valuable 100 years later when it becomes Antiques.

[@thebillyandbobshow5032]

I was going to say the same thing but this was the first comment lol

[@idhott]

At that point, it's not trash anymore. It's an artifact lol

[@sethborne]

Because trash used to be rare. We live in a disposable society. Everyone throws things away all the time. Back then people didn't throw out things that still worked. Trash has a whole different definition. A lot of these items were soiled or lost. And are now collectible because they were rare (creating low supply). Also we used to have trash and rubbish. Rubbish was usually burned. Only trash was thrown away. Now we throw it all away.

[@montanawild7558]

Hey Brent. I was an underground miner in NW for a couple years. There was over 250 miles of tunnel when I started there. I did everything from drilling to driving 55 ton haul trucks. It was like working the night shift, always about 55 degrees. I found some cool rocks. I would love to explore with you someday, I love exploring old mines. I have enjoyed watching the channel grow, keep up the good work!

[@Realbreather]

"Don't tempt me with a good mine" needs to be on a Cerro Gordo t shirt.

[@ToyoteroMundial]

I would buy one.

[@emeray]

"Always check the wash"

[@WizardBeans]

@@emeray *Walk the Wash But yes! Great idea!

[@aguythatthinks7931]

YES!

[@GhostTownLiving]

I like that!

[@WizardBeans]

I'm imagining that years and years from now, folks will rumor "the ghost of the old owner still explores those mines... Bound to this earth until he finds some Levi's"

[@jacobriordan6454]

It is already haunted there and is said that in one of the mine back in the day there was a collapse and people died in the mine and also someone was killed in one of the rooms there the bullet holes is in the wall and there's still blood stain on the ground

[@ambikesandboards]

@@jacobriordan6454 the more ghosts the merrier

[@zorasaphire]

@@jacobriordan6454 the hotel burned down. Maybe the ghost of that person still haunts the grounds. And the collapse was 30 people in the 200 level of the main mine, I think.

[@jacobriordan6454]

@@zorasaphire yeah it was 30 something chinese people that died in the mine collapse but damn I never knew the hotel burnt down that sucks

[@lucillekenney8311]

@@jacobriordan6454 May God rest their souls. Yes, it was incredibly hard on Brent. And then HeavyD reached out to help with the new foundation. It was quite a feat getting cement and water to the town. Check out the previous videos. All those peeps that came to help are crazy cool.

[@sbuttgereit]

The sunset chat towards the end of the video was by far the best part. Sure, the mines and what not have that immediate, visceral appeal... but the real quality is when you discuss what life lessons that brought you to that specific moment. Thanks for that! And the setting was perfect, you couldn't have had a better visual framing for that speech.

[@nathanaeldardano4069]

If this guy goes missing hes got like half a million people that are gonna go looking

[@pr0paganda161]

Update: 960k basically a million.

[@mavs44s]

Brent goes missing..... Cerritos Gordo population increases to 500k you tubers looking for him. Largest migration in modern history. Cerritos Gordo lives on! Lol

[@The_Keeper]

1.22 million 9/2021

[@ShaunCruse96]

@@pr0paganda161 update 1.5million

[@semoneg2826]

​@@ShaunCruse96 Well we hope it nevercomes to this..we would be seeing him around for a very long time

[@xitro20xx]

“If you reach into the unknown, you are gonna come back with something you didn’t have before”

[@HCTurk-cq6wz]

Yeah, like a scorpion bite on your pinkie.

[@mr.bubbles9958]

@@HCTurk-cq6wz lol

[@lal5555f]

@@HCTurk-cq6wz if it swells thats a plus for most haha

[@justinstaubin6110]

So many miners back in the day, walking around with no pants

[@justinbaas843]

Sounds like a lot of sweaty asses 🙄

[@rollinrat4850]

Mining is hard life indeed. They must have literally worked their pants off. Imagine carrying a spare pair all the time.

[@justinstaubin6110]

@@rollinrat4850 yea just doing such hard work that you can watch your jeans wither away and fall off your body

[@lucasc5622]

@@justinstaubin6110 i hate when that happens

[@egaming6764]

Imagine going inside a mine and coming back out in the 1800s

[@lucillekenney8311]

LOL, I want some of what you're having!

[@semoneg2826]

​@@lucillekenney8311 Lol

[@SergioRatz]

3:27 you dont know how happy i am that thermo gives F an C at the same time hahah

[@GuyStanworth895]

this would be my idea of heaven, ghost town loads of land and places to explore. God i am jealous!!!

[@SD-oi9gr]

I know. The idea of being able to just switch off when ever you want. Just turn my phone off and the world has no way to contact me lol.

[@SD-oi9gr]

@@realgsdontdie5095 he’s got his cats and goats lol.

[@Anthrit]

I know right, this guy has his own private National Park. All public lands are noisy and full of people. He truly is camping alone.

[@stevelaminack1516]

I could go for it but a tad closer to civilization for me.

[@Galaxiiee02]

Yea and when i seen that cliff spot where the house was if i owned this land, id definitely rebuild some hangout spot there

[@mccgaming5321]

the best thing to come out of 2020 is this channel

[@sarab2906]

And Covid 19 was a good thing in 2020

[@Isaiah-js3lb]

@@sarab2906 🤨

[@sirmiles1820]

imagine of covid didnt come 2020? theyll be plenty of people crawling over the place

[@Miachiquita]

Amen to that!

[@wannabecarguy]

When I lived in that area , I did the same thing. Use google to find pois and assemble a team and explore. There are dangerous people out there. The high desert is where people dump bodies.

[@EllyCoyle]

I’ve been thinking about why I love your videos so much and why I watch and rewatch your videos and it’s not just the history and the beauty of the landscape but it’s because of you Brent. These videos have the feel of a diary with great wisdom thrown in. Watching the joy and heartbreak that you continue to go through because you’ve fallen in love is incredible

[@kjbuchanan63]

it is exactly...it's like we're THERE with him.

[@jacobs.9230]

Since matt recommended this channel to me, I feel like just watching what you do brings peace to my heart more than any other youtube I watch

[@kjbuchanan63]

Brent's videos can restore your soul. I've been hooked since the beginning.

[@ethanbowman3532]

This channel is more than just a man who bought a ghost town. It's a story of hope and triumph. It also shows how gorgeous the simple is. Love this channel man, keep on living your best life.

[@freedomforever1962]

💪 So Right!

[@petrkopacek6955]

This is my first coment on youtube in my life. Usually i stay away from discussion on internet. But after this beautiful video from wild nature and your confession about you, i just want to say. Hey, maybe you are living in a ghoust town, but you aren't alone. Your ideas about nature, little loneliness or finding path in your life are very similar to ideas of someone else on the other side of planet. You are a good man. Greetings from Czech Republic.

[@GhostTownLiving]

wow, thank you! That's so cool to think of connecting (in some way) with someone on the other side of the earth. thanks for checking out the video and the comment.

[@selzasteve837]

Connection with me all the way in Australia 🇦🇺. Remember us that were watching from your first video 😜 as you become famous. Loving your videos Brent. From a guy who didn’t know much about being in front of, or behind, a camera, you have grown into a natural cinematographer and always had natural talent as a host obviously 👍 Stay safe, hugs 🤗 from Down Under 🇦🇺

[@janrajce]

Takže můžeme začít dávát dohromady skupinu na výlet CZ - Cerro Gordo 👌

[@Molda22]

Nice to see i am not alone in Czech Republic watching this amazing channel :D / Je fajn vidět i někoho dalšího z ČR na tomto skvělém kanálu :)

[@scotharden5286]

Thanks Brent for sharing your story! I followed my own path in life as young man as a professional motorcycle racer. Baja, Dakar, The Andes, Europe, South Africa, Morocco, Tunisia, It took me all over the world. Hope to meet you some day!

[@nathanielt.7747]

Aside from the stunning visuals and interesting ghost town content, my favorite part of Brent's videos are the sincere, one-on-one moments about life and purpose. You inspire us my friend, keep on keeping on!

[@eligoldman9185]

Brent: *Finds litter from 100 years ago* This is so cool Also Brent: Littering is my pet peeve

[@stevenm9236]

Lol seriously!!! He just robbed future generations the joy of finding that "Happy Birthday" mylar balloon in the wash he was walking in.

[@stevenm9236]

I guess he's one of those "Trash snobs" you're always hearing about complaining about the quality of the trash he finds. 😂

[@PinkaMJL]

Yeah, its pretty funny when you think about it :D

[@carllataille3875]

@@PinkaMJL I thought the same thing

[@PotatoClips]

guessing its because animals can choke on plastic balloons but metal cans likely wont do them harm. a small critter might even make it a home

[@jeffkestie]

This will probably get buried in the thousands of comments but I wanted to say thank you for your talk at the end of this video. I've been pretty down about making a career move late in my thirties and have almost regretted it here lately. There is a lot of back story that I'm sure you don't care about, but I wanted to just say that I have enjoyed watching every video that you have put out and I look forward to more of your future content. Hearing your story gives me the inspiration to keep my head up and believe in the choices that I've made to this point. Thanks again and be safe out there!

[@snichols8888]

You only live once if you aren't happy in your life change it

[@basstrammel1322]

Don't buy a deserted mining town for 1.4 millin dollars. Do something that brings you immense joy without feeling you owe anyone anything! That be KZbin viewers, investors, yourself, or anyone.

[@MrWinterhater]

@Jeff Kestie : Stick with it Jeff. Im over 50 and have had to make several career moves, and some were forced (contract ended with no prospects, etc). Be ready to learn, and be eager to work. Even at 50, employers have liked that. You can do it. Believe in yourself. I will be praying for you.

[@joshuahunter8194]

I'm currently just about to turn 40. I'm waiting to finish a settlement. Making big changes can be difficult but life is too short to be miserable or sad. I almost died and after I get my money I'm going to try and change my life and do what I want. Be happy be safe and live your life how you want to. Keep your head up.

[@hapamama1996]

🙏😇

[@2quintly]

Brent is AMAZING. The guy is an addicting story teller & life relater.

[@davidmoody2797]

I ll be honest. First watching Brent I thought he was lost and a bit bonkers. After watching many of his films I’m convinced he is neither. Such a genuine love of his surroundings is obvious. Brave and passionate guy.

[@semoneg2826]

​😊

[@TabsAnDabs]

Brent - "I'm right on top of a mine, that gets me excited!" Me watching intently hands starting to clam up - "God be careful Brent!"

[@grundy1019]

You have no idea how much your videos have helped me to deal with my loneliness. I have been struggling to be alone and seeing you so comfortable living such a happy life and not relying on other people to make you happy is really helping me.

[@Circlewisewoman01]

Me, too. - An old Desert Rat. “Too old to rattle.”

[@breebreemusic]

Random thought the desert seems like a perfect place to stargaze have you ever considered buying a telescope? Hiking up a mountain and setting up a telescope would be cool.

[@4year4thyear]

Cerro Gordo Observatory

[@kjbuchanan63]

Death Valley has some of the BEST night sky views. Once we went to watch meteor showers and explore. way back in the 70's.

[@s.marcus3669]

Brent, I realize that this is a video from December of last year but I still have to add my two cents. First, had you taken that corrugated sheet metal and made two walls held in place with the rocks and THEN built your fire (or even two firepits) on either side of the fire, the metal would have heated up to some extent. Also, first thing you learn in camping; you don't unroll your sleeping bag until you are ready to go into it so that the creepy crawlies won't have a chance to get in there before you do. There is always the chance they will come in as you sleep, but that can always happen... Also, if you use a bedsheet inside your sleeping bag you will not only be much warmer but much more comfortable as nylon is not the most comfortable material next to the skin. Finally, you should have built your night bivvy in the first stone structure that you came across; it still had remains of walls which would have served as a windbreak and would have supported a roof made of the corrugated sheet metal...

[@mollymullinix1220]

I’ve become so entranced in this channel and town. I’ve started ordering books on cerro gordo, it really is like you just wanna learn more history and uncover stories and see pictures. Just can’t get enough. I’ve started rewatching videos now bc I’ve seen every one atleast once 😭

[@tegriffi]

Brent: "Littering is my pet peeve" Also Brent: "Oh hey look at this cool 100 year old litter. I shall put it in a museum!"

[@haroldthegayboy]

so true

[@larrybowman1645]

The things he finds are not plastics however, toxic compounds that don't break down.

[@hgfjyrdetryu]

Times have changed. Back then, there were barely a billion people in the whole world. Now, we are approaching 8 billion and it's only climbing exponentially from here on out. Resources are diminishing, the climate is changing, polar ice caps are melting in front of our eyes, and we need to do everything we can to preserve the delicate ecology that human sustainability is hinging on. This starts with ending pollution and that means to put your trash where belongs so that it doesn't injure wildlife who might accidentally eat it, to prevent pollution of our dwindling fresh water sources, and reduce soil erosion and acidification.

[@whatkatereadnext2680]

@@hgfjyrdetryu All true, but reducing consumption needs to be a must. As there is no away as this video shows everything ends up somewhere

[@kathylewis3088]

that baloon is modern

[@Ria1209]

You’re representing so many people who would like to be in the adventure you’re in. Carry on, we are with you 100 percent!

[@sebastianseveso]

every time you upload a video i seem to be GLUED to my seat for the remaining of a clip, sometimes i watch your videos twice in a day, it really brings some piece of mind. you inspired me to buy some land in patagonia

[@fredrikdanielsson3605]

Brent: "My backpack is too heavy. Better leave my tent." Also Brent: "Oooh! Nice rock! Got to take it with me!" Priorities.

[@Panther-chan]

It was a nice rock tbf

[@johnw6236]

Ah takes me back to the Fallout days

[@BeerKa007]

💯💯💯💯

[@kjbuchanan63]

WELLLL....it was a really, REALLY cool and pretty rock.

[@undergroundmines]

That was all standing not long ago, I have pictures of it from 8 years ago. It had a 2 story cabin and other buildings

[@william.youare6736]

That's really cool! If there's any way you could post the pictures that would be great! We would all love to see them...,

[@Dylan-bl8dc]

timestamp?

[@julijaantigoneks594]

Thank you so much for sharing your personal story; you are truly an inspiration for both positivity and productivity! 2 years ago I quit a posh job in big tech, and it was insanely hard to do, and go against my support network saying that I am crazy (which I am). I never regretted it for a second, and even though sometimes I can find myself hungry, I know that a month later I will somehow find myself climbing a mountain halfway across the world somewhere. There are a lot of people on the verge of making a crucial decision out there, and your voice, and your story, just might what they need to make a move. Keep up the amazing work that you do!

[@Krunked]

as someone that works from home; i live vicariously through your videos. thank you.

[@jm4n708]

I've begun to realize the overarching theme of this channel is: Let Go. Get Lost.

[@Surfhound]

Yes and no girlfriends. Straight up nerd rebellion, like me. Outdoors and single forever should be name of his channel.

[@HouseFairyDIY]

No, it is to get a thrill out of dicing with death.

[@austinnix5872]

@@Surfhound so what if he is outdoors and single? Much better than locked down in a miserable place, legally obligated to be locked down in said miserable place with an equally miserable person.

[@austinnix5872]

@@HouseFairyDIY I'd rather die doing something I love than live doing something that I hate. Seems like most of you guys leaving these comments dont watch the full videos of the whole channel. Most of you seem like you watch the dangerous parts for fun but skip all of the monologue

[@Haimgard]

Channel is called Ghost Town Living, guy makes himself a coffin to sleep in... Makes sense to me.

[@maggielovestoads]

As if us pale folks didn’t need anymore comparison to the undead...🧛🏻‍♂️

[@griinchxx6550]

Aswell as he was in "death valley" 😬

[@ElementofKindness]

How hilarious would have been if another hiker was passing by, just as Brent was waking up from his coffin? 😅

[@superman242242]

This whole video / channel is amazing but I gotta say that story of how you got to where you are today needs to be heard by more people . So inspiring

[@HoschtonBoy]

Brent , of all the people I subscribe to you are the one that stands alone speaking from your heart. I am going to refer to you from now on as the Brave One. Good luck on your journey !!

[@GhostTownLiving]

Thank you! That's really kind of you.

[@samuelmcdonagh1590]

I could happily listen to Brett pottering about his land all day long

[@Martin-ne2vq]

He is always asking what kind videos we want, I don’t care as long as he is making them!

[@obamacare9755]

You should get a bivvy bag. They’re way lighter and pack way smaller than a tent, but it will still keep you warm and dry

[@Poodlesandwich682]

And maybe a sleeping pad too. Sleeping bags are temperature rated based on the insulation provided by a pad. You lose body heat mostly through the ground as it works like a giant heat sink.

[@iainweller452]

You definitely get the impression he’s just winging it

[@safarieten]

Thanks, so much, for taking me on your hike today........ It was real purity for the soul....

[@TheAstriapo]

I'm fascinated by these videos. Your passion and respect for nature are wonderful. Thank you!

[@powlson]

This guy risks his life every time he goes into a mine , just to find some *old dynamite, cool rocks, and jeans* . Serious respect. 👊

[@marcinmurawski8547]

You said you're not a good speaker, but you were hitting the heart strings with your sunset speech.

[@markmem1234]

I have been a rabbit hole for the past months of nothing but killing, mastermind crimes, all kinds of educational videos explaining life. Everything I was seeing was depressing I noticed a change in mood and behavior and on top of that even my thoughts. Thanks for making this channel I’m watching this and other positive things to get my suggestions on KZbin to be different when the suggested for you has negative minded videos you know it’s time to watch this build this town back up.

[@avamarie1529]

You should try meditating (eyes open) to some of the tracks in my rain playlist❣️ They are definitely calming and will suggest some beautiful vids in your algo❣️ good luck🤗

[@CoyoteSticksbyWILEY]

I watched this video back when it first went up. I just watched it again and enjoyed it immensely. Taking a chance and living on the edge! You have inspired millions to explore, take a chance, see something new, try something new, travel, hike, motorbike, build, restore, raise cats, goats, alpacas, plant a garden. WOW! Way to go Brent. Thank you for sharing you wacky and wonderful life at Cerro Gordo with us. Regards, Randy in Arizona.

[@AlexBladh]

These visits to Cerro Gordo with Brent is the highlight of my week

[@mrslisaskeens6913]

Me too!😊

[@karenrainy304]

Mine too

[@jocelyngleave946]

Me too 😊 My lockdown Saturday night glued to the latest adventures and advancements of CG

[@GhostTownLiving]

Wow! Thank you. Sharing them are the highlight of my week. Really enjoy it.

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

Thank you for the videos Brent. Stay safe and good luck. 👍🇬🇧

[@CityzenPatrick]

That blue stone is actually called "Lapis Lazuli" and it is used to enchant your tools, armor, and weapons!

[@TK-mb2il]

K i thot its Cobalt

[@pharohawk5065]

@@TK-mb2il you didn't get the joke...

[@A.cinonyx]

@@TK-mb2il /whoosh

[@pittibarlin8692]

Stone of protection imbued! 🙂 I've seen it in Castlevania and Tales Of Vesperia, probably in loads of other games too, Final Fantasy most likely, I haven't played any after 9 though so it was materia and junctioning then. Might have been in one of them as well, just I can't remember after 20 years, Tales Of Vesperia was more recent, twas definitely in that. Edit - Autocorrect spelled Vesperia as Versperia. Clearly not a Tales Of fan.

[@CurryRiceN_Chips]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣A minecraft player is here

[@uttams.6033]

Your speech at the end about careers and life was well said. I'm currently in high school and that made me think about what a career really means for a person.

[@bonniehamilton2956]

I’m so jealous of the life you’re living. What a beautiful place to call home and to wake up to every morning. If you have room for a baker/bakery in your town, I’m your girl…

[@nathanpyorre8064]

Give me a reason why 55 people disliked? He's spending his time having fun making videos for us! Keep it up brent.

[@IvanSorath]

55 bankers

[@piperatthegatesofdawn]

62 trolls

[@dougdowling4245]

A surprising number of people dislike anyone following their dream. Plus... just... you know... assholes.

[@Circlewisewoman01]

Bots

[@epoisme6160]

litter bugs

[@heathf7780]

You should metal detect around those stone houses and will probably find some cool stuff.

[@andiepasdedeux6576]

YES! I thought the same when he was talking about silver buried by trees. xxx

[@bellknapej]

@@andiepasdedeux6576 i would carry a metal detector everywhere with me in those hills

[@deborahmachado1649]

I thought it too

[@briantheminer]

Me too, great idea

[@photographealyforet8151]

he can also find ores... and he's close to a mine of silver... so, hard to tell if he'll be able to scan anything

[@jamestorline3965]

Those folk who worked out there were lucky to have that view.a just reward for their hard work .

[@RalphGuest]

I’ve been watching a bunch of mine explorations shows lately around the Nevada, Mojave and Death Valley areas lately. That blue rock (and I’m no expert) looks like the Azurite & Malachite that I’ve seen a lot of in these mines. Which from what I understand is an indication of copper. So that’s my guess as to what that rock is at 23:42. I look forward to to finding out exactly what it is and hope you find out later and tell us. Thanks, Brent.

[@sikkde]

This is the most sad video i´ve seen for a long time. Made me realize, how far away i am from were i really want to be. I´m stuck in "cool" Berlin, working at the company i always wanted to work for , earn good money,.... but when i see this, i just want to be out there in the wild, discover things, camp under the sky and leave all the BS that´s not important at all. Please keep up posting stuff like this!

[@justinstaubin6110]

Change requires sacrifice, my dad told me once "sometimes you have to be so sick of something your actually willing to do something to change it." Comfortable is dangerous you get stuck when your comfortable

[@motor2of7]

Don’t forget, Brent and is partners had to come up with $1.3M (I think I read that somewhere) to buy this “freedom”. Freedom ain’t free.

[@garymerrin2370]

Dude is a millionaire and can afford to do this and still earn money

[@motor2of7]

@@garymerrin2370 you know this how?

[@eeeeee9000]

@@motor2of7 he’s said he still works part-time remotely for a book marketing agency or something, which could easily be enough to “live on”..the interesting thing is these videos (mostly) arent monetized at all, so he’s not making ad $…so yeah, it’s hard to imagine the investment strategy doesn’t go beyond the stated purpose of the videos of “just want to show my friends back home what I’m up to”. This is viral marketing for some eventual Airbnb resort/historical theme park

[@marissabohk7929]

me, a lover of rocks, watching you put down the crystals: TAKE THE ROCKSSSSS

[@shellyscott6447]

Me Too!!!! Lol

[@s23e4k]

same i cringed

[@RSmith-nw1ql]

Yes! Sell the rocks in your store. I will buy some!!

[@tangledshoelace4726]

Same!!

[@bongieger7871]

@@tangledshoelace4726 it was painful to watch him put back that yellow mineral. My body is physically hurting :D

[@rubenbraekman4515]

I wish I could just go back in time for a day and see all of this stuff back when it was all in it's glory days ❤

[@gerardhiggins1]

You are a great story teller, as many have mentioned. Amazon be damned. Your future books on Cerro Gordo, and owning a ghost town, will be bestsellers where it matters. With your followers/fans. You are destined for greatness.

[@MrInkFountain]

I am so proud of you for realizing what is truly important in life, and buying the ghost town. Keeping our history alive is so important. Thank You for helping keep it going!

[@GhostTownLiving]

Thank you! I appreciate that. Thanks for checking out the video.

[@pinosyavellanas]

Around minute 41:30, top-left part of the footage, let it roll for a few seconds... Do you also see it?

[@pinosyavellanas]

Might just be a little smoke from the fire maybe.

[@rockhardfreak]

That sunset story really was something special. Especially when you are 25 years old, stuck with a job you hate and with the dream of paying the rent from being a musician. The story really gave me the hope and the strength I needed. Thank you Brent.

[@lewisdavies9717]

Bret your truly inspiring and uplifting your words and content are so amazing and your channel and cero gordo are a treasure to everyone thanks for sharing your journey with us your a top guy. I really hope you get a chance to sit down and read this! Kind regards from your subscriber Lewis all the way over in the United Kingdom, Liverpool, England 😃

[@GhostTownLiving]

Wow, thank you! Appreciate you checking out the videos all the way from the UK!

[@travelingtophe]

I liked hearing you talk about the road that led you to where you are today. You are a great story teller, Brent. I "debated that thing" for a while myself and finally walked away last year. No regrets.

[@bogart281]

Get a metal detector, the old miners would hide their valuables behind loose rocks in their walls.

[@Daijyobanai]

But then carry it half way and leave it in a mine shaft with all your other stuff haha

[@rossmacintosh5652]

It always seemed like common sense to me that most people would hide their valuables inside buildings. Do it outside somewhere and you'd run the risk of someone seeing you hide or retrieve it whereas inside you could take your time away from prying eyes. So it makes sense to me to investigate the interior walls & floor for the mason jar full of gold nuggets. 💰

[@Lavabo-Quebec]

XP ORX (or Deus) are light and you can dismantle it to fit into a backpack

[@queenkiki5368]

“Every one has a pet peeve, and littering is mine.” -also him “oh look! Treasure! (aka littler) lol. Luv ya tho😘 luv ya vids!!

[@johnhubbard6262]

Wouldnt want to get caught that close to the park with a detector

[@steincheers6031]

Hi Brent - The first mine you found is called the "San Lucas Mine" and the deep shaft you found nearby actually connects to it. I sent you more information via Instagram. For example, 1.5 tons of ore was removed every 12 hours... Lastly, I believe you camped at the Belmont Mine. :)

[@steincheers6031]

Also - I think the rock you kept is Azurite (55% copper content)

[@davegiannotti758]

@@steincheers6031 Azuurite & malicite (the green)

[@freedomforever1962]

WOW! AMAZING! SIMPLY AMAZING😊👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼

[@JMCAragorn]

Deep shaft 😏

[@Surv1ve_Thrive]

I wonder if the azurite is down in the lake as it may make refelct blue light. Very beautiful. Like the Cote d'Azur in France for example.

[@jack.e_bee]

Despite the fact that you clearly made it back to edit and post the video, hearing you say "ooh, the ceiling collapsed" and then watching you go further into the mine just gave me the heebie jeebies. I only discovered your channel a few days ago and have been going back through your channel, so, hello!!

[@gailkirchman5623]

Thank you Brent for sharing your adventures with us. I can almost smell the fresh air!

[@GhostTownLiving]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Andre39814]

I fucking love Brent, he's like the older brother that I've never had that decided to take a different path in life and never looked back. You go Brent, much love all the way from Lisbon

[@Nathan-rt5vj]

you are living almost a real life minecraft mixed with elder scrolls... It is really incredible to watch. Thanks for sharing your adventures

[@clownfromclowntown]

I’d say it’s more red dead redemption tbh

[@Nobddy]

These Minecraft texture packs are getting crazy

[@grahamfoster9404]

Now then young Brent, that has to be one of the the best content videos on KZbin I have had the privilege to watch. What made it so good was the totally honest chat near the end Thanks Brent and best wishes to you.Beautiful beautiful !!

[@maryhart637]

You are so blessed to be able to do this...If I were 40 years younger I would be right there with you!! I love the sense of history and geography you give us...like nothing else online. I continually am saddened by the trash left behind...on our precious planet and on the planets in our space neighborhood. Kudos for taking the leap! Keep preaching!! 💚💜

[@mark.98]

I’m at a point to when the weekend begins, i think: “yes, a new episode of Ghost Town Living”. That escalated quickly

[@tnethacker]

Same here. If he doesn't post, he's probably also dead

[@binb6581]

These solo videos are so much better, the vibe when it’s just you and us is much more immersive and entertaining. You have a talent as a solo entertainer. Well done.

[@billmccabe6188]

Never would have thought of it that way but I think you got a point. Is he crazy or what? Lol. Thats what I wanna know.🙂

[@MrColedasice]

They are cool but id prefer he go with someone else if he is going to be entering mine-shafts

[@pierce_m3]

I love this channel. Exploring mines, talking about history, and living in the mountains. You never fail to entertain me.

[@pinebearclub]

Brent, Been following you for awhile now, and so far this has been your best video. Thank you so so much for the words of encouragement. I’m going through a rough patch now with my ex and looking to make a new life for myself. This has got to be the best words I’ve heard in a long time! Thank you again so much! Bryan from Vancouver

[@rileydoman3366]

Him: littering is my pet peeve Also him: I’m thankful for whoever threw this sardine can here 😂😂

[@zed804]

haha I made a similar comment!

[@ejRecording]

ya hes not too bright, but...

[@loyalram4363]

He only likes old trash....lol

[@SexyNinjaMonkey]

Old trash is wood, tin, glass and ceramic... new trash is plastic. I can see why he would like one more than the other.

[@CursedCAM100]

i thought the same thing 😂

[@tomh6418]

Ther is something quite disconcerting hearing you say 'ooh look some collapse' followed by the sound of falling rock and the word 'oopsies'

[@karenannhoumark2001]

And how he walks past it and continue on😅

[@mirjamh.4826]

Hi Brent, just wanted to say thank you for posting your videos about your life and adventures in Cerro Gordo. Ever since I found your channel, I am obsessed with watching your adventures. I absolutely love ghost towns, so I am hooked on watching your videos and following your explorations. It's so cool you get to see your dreams come true. Stay safe and please, keep posting. Hope I get to visit Cerro Gordo one day. Hi from Holland!

[@GhostTownLiving]

That is awesome! Thank you so much for the note. I hope you can visit someday as well

[@Jayhiptour]

Still With You! Thanks Brent For The Reflection On LIFE! Forever Grateful for the adventure and the refreshing state of mind! Cheers man!

[@invinate]

"Two tracks diverge and abandoned mine, and I took neither and thats has made all the difference" Love it :D

[@brooks9517]

Brent! Dude! Heat up a rock in the fireplace and wrap in a shirt or something, let it cool for 15-20 minutes place in your sleeping bag! Keep you warm all night! I guarantee it! 😁🙌🏻 my dad was a Boy Scout leader and taught this to his scouts!

[@nezzuno1]

I did this once and the rock burned right through my shirt. It's safer and easier to just bring a ground pad that insolates from the cold ground.

[@brooks9517]

@@nezzuno1 you have to move it away from the fire for awhile and I usually wrap it in a towel. I’ve used this method for 30 years!

[@alexandmichelle]

Can you PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make a shirt that says: "Don't tempt me with a good mine" That was so funny. We really enjoyed all your videos so far, and that comment just cracked us up! We will both totally buy a shirt or a beer koozie or w/e! Thank you for always having such an uplifting outlook. A great personality, and full of entertainment! Currently watch the videos in order and can't wait for the rest! Cheers!

[@joseantoniosanchez9057]

In the beginning, I was like, I sure hope he knows he needs a stove or something for the meals. You could also cold soak it. It'll take a couple hours or so to fully rehydrate the food, so you're gonna want to do it as you hike. Also, you need a sleeping pad!

[@mindlessdillan]

44:20 Brent's Under Wood

[@GhostTownLiving]

WOOD BRENT

[@RyanTabb]

You're like the Bob Ross of Exploration!

[@davidinsocal3032]

Brent: Have a Blessed 2022 Thanksgiving! You have SO much to be thankful for; and all of us viewers on the other side of your posts are thankful for your heartfelt & informative videos.

[@danconatser8699]

Wow. Your videos are fantastic. Not just the awesome location but also your relaxed style of talking to us, the viewer.... Only a few yt channels have this. So thank you for reminding me to get out hiking and camping.

[@georgeoverton2243]

Whoever sent the Kendal mint cake is a living legend

[@GhostTownLiving]

It was really nice! Totally new thing to me...

[@legionchef]

@@GhostTownLiving it’s a traditional hikers treat/food from Cumbria, England (also known as the Lake District ). Hope it helped with your adventure!

[@Wr450Ripper]

I'm from Dalton an was like what the fuck is that doing in calli 😊

[@isthatAustin]

He makes his videos so inspirational, how many of us could really say we could survive in a ghost town alone for 6 months. VERY FEW this is a brilliant man!

[@jakebrown8593]

Please never stop doing what you love.. and never stop doing videos this is amazing thank you for sharing

[@stevenwilson1743]

I loved this video! I am 75 now, living in Tn, but was raised in the desert in Nv and miss the beauty of that country. This country in Ca looks like home to me. I appreciate all your videos and commentary very much!

[@gary07281963]

That “some kind of structure” pile of rocks at 30:44 is where something is buried!

[@Rob-cm9jr]

Facts

[@SammyNineFingers]

Or someone.

[@legionchef]

Kendal mint cake is a traditional hikers treat to have when you’re hiking. Quite high in sugar but it’s very tasty! It’s from Kendal, Cumbria (also known as the Lake District).

[@alexkane07]

I'm in the lakes at the minute. Absolutely love it here.

[@glennforister84]

I just started watching your videos. I think it's awesome that you took the leap and your happy. I'm at that crossroads right now. I became a Harley Davidson Technician back in 2004. The first 3 years were great and it wasn't like a regular job. Now it's just a job. You've awoken my spirit to move on to what I really want. I'm in the ground digging. Hope to make out to Cerro Gordo. Thanks Brent, very inspiring 🙂✌

[@janewittmayer9281]

I love mornings like this. Sunny, with that warmth and the scenery. Nothing like it. And your area in the morning is beautiful.