Return To The Jefferson Chimney - The Most Valuable Vein at Cerro Gordo

[@edwightg]

Hey Brent, the rock climbing anchor needs a carabineer between the anchor and the rope! The anchor is too sharp, and will likely damage the rope and make it unsafe, especially if you fall on it. I absolutely love all your content! Stay safe!

[@benshannon3121]

Came here for this comment. Please Brent use a krab

[@ghosttown2]

Noted! I appreciate that.

[@mktrollop1093]

Christ Brent! I came here for the same reason! Please please please get yourself some proper training! I'm not saying this in an Internet hatey kind of way but you are going to get killed doing some of the stuff you're doing. Also I would never rely on just one bolt, dosent matter how good it is. Also never tie a rope through a hanger like that. Your knot is not safe either. Use a figure of eight. Also you need to use rope protectors and or Anchors mid way down to redirect the rope so it's not running over sharp edges. I have cut ropes before scarily quick absailing over sharp rock edges. You have been doing this long enough not that you should be way better on safety.

[@gonelive2485]

@@mktrollop1093​​⁠​⁠exactly this Brent! Please. At a minimum double bolt with permanent rings or Locking carabiners. I can send you some if you need them. Be safe and keep exploring. @ghosttown2

[@saywarrior]

I knew I would not be the only person to critique the tie in point. It made my stomach fall when I saw it. Stay alive!

[@beef8319]

I LOVE YOUR MOTIVATION. You bought a whole town...amazing. I respect you. Thanks for all the hours of entertainment. I am thankful for that.

[@donaldfitzgerald8950]

Brent, Rock On! Lol! Got to figure out how to get further down the chimney? Love it all, keep it happening! 🤙⚒️🏔️🚌🤠

[@Debbie4729]

I am SO THRILLED that you got the rockhounding bug!!! I kept going bananas when you did your different explorations,and would just kind of brush by some of these rocks that you have there! You seem to have some malachite somewhere on the path where those aerial ore carts were,and you found some exciting crystals when you spent the night in the mine when you first bought it.There also seems to be Chrysacolla in many places-it is the bright blue stones on the walls,possibly. I think you could fund some of your projects that you have planned by selling some of the stones you have! Such a thrill to watch,and thank you for taking us along on your journeys.I love every episode!!!

[@impledob69]

Awesome video i wish i could find time to help you refurbish that old bar! I noticed some of the legs were worse for wear.

[@jamesheit7381]

Brent, I've watched many KZbins from "Agate Dad". It's an easy way to learn lapidary. He cuts and polishes, and started out as a novice. I even bought my own small rock saw after watching his vids--easy.

[@rogercrone3628]

Good video God bless you have a good holidays and good boy

[@dobraydien7242]

One day your "going alone" is going to make you a permanent resident that mine.....

[@lamReaps]

Is there a safety precaution if you get stuck or something? is there a time frame you give people to let them know come look for you if you don't make it up in time?

[@RICDirector]

Thered netter be or hes gonna get swamped by most of this comments section!!

[@kevinjones9817]

Could this collapse be part of the collapse that trapped those miners?

[@mountainmonk5874]

Not deep enough.

[@mikewinings4120]

Hey brother,sorry to tell you,but that blade is for cutting wood,they make blades specially for lapidary😊

[@ElementofKindness]

10:03 😬 I'm no expert in rock climbing, but I'm fairly confident that is not how you tie to a rock bolt anchor.

[@dawsondeyo2081]

Hay Bret, You should reach out to hownot2 youtube channel and do a colab on climbing because everytime i see you use a rope i fear you are going to hurt yourself. it just takes 1 small mistake esp. when climbing alone. Additionaly i would sugest taking (OR Hosting) a cave climbing class.. stay safe!

[@kento4177]

Would you consider blasting that blockage?

[@gungasc]

Finally we get to see the secrets of his hole.

[@MRBenchwork]

While I agree with the other poster who mentioned using a carabiner between the anchor and rope, I feel it's reasonable to add that using more than one bolt is good safety precaution. My preference would be 3 placed about 2 ft apart. Yes it's overkill, but you only die once so it's best to avoid it.

[@VisionaryGardener]

He should also have a much longer tail on the rope and a safety knot on it as insurance against the main knot letting go.

[@SnowdriftBoy]

I second the comment about redundant anchor points! Minimum two points in all, three if possible. Great content, glad I came across this vid!👏

[@marywegrzyn506]

Well said !!!

[@DSB1234567890]

Around 10:34 you can see that he doesn't have a stopper knot at the end of the rope either. Brent, so many climbers have died by rappelling off the end of their rope - always use a stopper knot at the end.

[@coldshoulder3753]

As a rockclimber myself, two bolts minimum is the standard for any rappelling point

[@AIM54A]

A second anchor on a different rock will save you if that first rock lets go. Also being off rope on a collapse over a 1100 foot shaft is burning your good luck quickly. Great video stay safe.

[@absolutjackal]

I was thinking the same thing…no way I’d walk on a collapse without being roped in. Just one little section giving way is all that is needed for him to plummet down. Yikes.

[@kevin3434343434]

Agreed. I hate to be that guy sitting on my couch lecturing, but man, my guy, please be a little more careful. Its akin to walking on thin ice, its going to kill you eventually.

[@michelegrice4938]

I was yelling at him telling him to tie back on. And he's walking over all that went mud and rock and lm thinking this crap can move any minute if you step the wrong way.

[@leviharrison4127]

@@kevin3434343434 Not even just ice, thin ice. That clay is falling away and it could all go at anytime, especially with new weight being on it. And climbing down into the collapse too. Brent we really like you dude please be a little more safe, these are the kinds of risks you can easily mitigate.

[@DefinitelynotJMMP]

Srt with a croll

[@elkwood8]

Brent... Please listen to these experts! Don't let the excitement of exploring and trying to please your fans make you make bad judgments. Right now, your the only one that can bring the town back to life and if something happens, then the town will just crumble into history.

[@calebholden3717]

Hey Brent I have worked with granite and all kinds of of stone for years that blade is not what you want you need one that is closer to a tile blade not a wood cutting one. I have watched you from the beginning and you make great content just know that all of us here care about you and your safety ! 😊

[@kornfrk10]

That looks like a rough cut wood blade. I wouldn't use that in my table saw to cut anything, let alone minerals.

[@marywegrzyn506]

Well said !!!!!

[@mattchen6137]

Would a tile wet saw work? With a diamond blade

[@ryanguise3060]

Yes

[@anastasd1]

That was totally the wrong blade to be using, you need a continuous edge diamond grit blade to slice stone 15$ at home Depot masonry equipment

[@DangerousDac]

I left a comment a while back on the ActionAdventureTwins KZbin channel with regards to your call for cavers to help dig out to the 1300 level, they replied saying they had messaged you but go no response. They seem to do a LOT of caving and as such I feel would be useful to you to collab with.

[@MarkoMygun]

Hey Brent I know you get excited to explore, but you shouldn't do it alone man. Seriously you should take another guy and be safe. Thanks for the video.

[@rkstevenson5448]

My dude. Brent. I love your channels, I love your storytelling. I've got a Cerro Gordo pin in my collection and a patch on my backpack. So know that this is coming from a supporter who really enjoys what you do: you are going to get yourself killed. You need climbing and rappelling training, and you need it immediately. You frequently, unnecessarily put your life at risk with some of the practices you engage in while exploring the mines. And the fact that you're doing this alone makes it even more of a necessity for you to have both the proper training and the proper equipment to do what you're doing. I've been watching your first channel since its inception. I would very much like to see it continue for a long, long time, and that means keeping you alive, healthy, and whole. None of this works without you, so please stop taking unnecessary risks.

[@RICDirector]

THIS

[@mrchristopherthomas]

Why don't one or more of you experienced climbers get yourselves down to Cerro Gordo! You could show Brent a thing or two, he seems like a person who is very willing to learn. You might even be able to get down into mines yourself. Sounds like a win win to me. If you have a company willing to sponsor Brent and provide everything you think he needs to be safe, he has a great audience willing to check out the brands he works with!

[@Futurebound16]

I love this thought!!! I hope someone can really make that happen.

[@ilselauwers6009]

Looking at this video and the risks he takes I kept thinking : one of these days this is not going to end well …

[@empyfree]

9:38 just realised I was grinding my teeth in anxiety watching you move around on loose rock and timber next to that void. Please take care Brent!

[@MarkMitten]

**SAFETY WARNING** Hi Brent! Always luv to see mine rappels! However, please never tie directly into a Metolious hanger...the edge is too sharp. Always use a locking carabiner to clip into the hanger, and tie the rope (figure-eight on a bite) to the carabiner. And ideally, in the rock climbing world, rapping off a 2-bolt (or 3) equalized anchor setup is best (in case one bolt breaks or pulls). Set the bolts at least a foot apart. Equalize two bolts with carabiners and webbing, so the pressure is evenly distributed to avoid shock in case one fails. That being said, in alpine mountaineering, rappelling off of one piece of pro (or one bolt) is sometimes necessary, tho rappelling off of one-piece anchors entails added risk. If it blows, then you fall. Other than that, great job on all these adventures!

[@GermanMythbuster]

10:04 - *OOOH NO NO NO! Don't do this!!* 😱😱 Attache a carabiner to the rock climbing bolt! Don't tie in directly if you fall the rope could snap due to the small bend radius! Also you should use 2 bolts to tie you off. Never trust a single bolt. (technically even 2 ropes, 4 bolts are best practice). Love your content ❤ Stay save ❤

[@semoneg2826]

Well the little piece of wall hook he tied that rope to scared the he'll out of me

[@Itssmial_Ova]

Holy shit dude. Remember when it comes to anchoring and torches: One is as good as none. ALWAYS have a backup.

[@MickH60]

This 100%....!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Theogvineofthedead]

Dude never use only one anchor always use 3 and always use a caribeener to attach rope to an anchor. If I was your instructor you would be in so much trouble. It's your life on the line. All from love brother we need you alive and safe ❤❤❤

[@Michael_L_]

Eventually you should run electric lighting everywhere and totally light up the chimneys from top to bottom -- that would be incredible.

[@dewboy13]

Hopefully that "floor" just under the 86 level, isn't some rock wedged just right, above a 1000 foot hole in the Jefferson Chimney. That stuff is actively moving with no warning. You be careful Brent.

[@semoneg2826]

Ok

[@christopherfleming4449]

Brent, I don’t even think you realize how close you were to dying with that single bolt decent even after you read all these comments. Please take everyone’s warnings into serious consideration. We love you.

[@SWExplore]

Brent, I've been watching many of your videos over the years since you first purchased Cerro Gordo. I have to say, I'm not sure if you are a courageous explorer, a thrill seeker, or, out of your mind for taking such risks that hold so few rewards. I wish you safe passage and hope that you never ever become injured, or worse.

[@DogRoar-dq4ri]

I used to play in that mine circa 1979/80. Of all the mines I have explored, Cerro Gordo is THE most dangerous mine, ever. Although some sections were fairly solid...most is fractured, crumbly, and just coming apart. Yes, it is so full of minerals it is astounding, but danger lurks there, and death. I am surprised to see that much of it still passable. Be careful, Brent. I understand the excitement of discovery, but that mine is a killer. Probably the stupidest hobby I ever got into. Exciting when we are young, but looking at that now I wouldn't crawl in 10 feet. I would never go mine spelunking alone?? edwightg is right about your anchor tie off. Carabeeners and TWO anchors is better. Now I am 70, and a little bit smarter....or am I? You are kinda nuts to do that alone. You don't seem to realize how dangerous that is? YOU need a girlfriend to stop you from being so crazy!!!!??!!! Remember the Chinese? They are still buried in there.

[@Duckrabbit_Forging]

I agree He needs to be more careful My heart almost stopped when he slipped at 11:36

[@DogRoar-dq4ri]

Adrenaline takes over when you are getting wiped out badly. I don't think death hurts. I always got maimed, and that really hurts after about 5-10minutes of the initial injury. I actually am just guessing, as I haven't died yet? Could be excruciating? It is fun to watch Brent and his undying enthusiasm for doing something REALLY great! I think his good energy will see him through any difficulty. He's too cool. Mine exploring....a huge nugget could be inches away from the tunnel wall. Like Journey to the Center of the Earth. The unknown is always worthwhile.@@whatsMyNameAgainAgain

[@JoanneLorriman]

That saw looked like it had the wrong blade for rocks. Usually its more of a disk without teeth (well the water wheel I have for cutting tiles is like that at least). Loved the polished rocks you came out with though!

[@ghosttown2]

Ahhh! That'll do it then. That was the blade that the set came with advertised as a 'rock saw' - I see now that is not the case. Thank you!

[@irsheebaba]

Diamond blade is what I understand works for rock?@@ghosttown2

[@Justin-C]

Yeah, that was a standard carbide saw blade NOT meant for rock... incredibly sketchy/risky to have ones' fingers so close to such a blade. A diamond blade is what it should have come with.

[@scottadamsstones]

Yeah that looked like a carbide blade. Just get a diamond blade and you should be good to go.

[@Studio23Media]

Holy hell, Brent, please please please get some quality safety training for climbing and caving. I don't think you realize how lucky you've been... This is so scary. I want you to be safe and be able to keep doing this!

[@susanwoodcarver]

So did the Society tell you the name of the purple mineral you brought up from the Jefferson chimney? Please be careful. I think you gave most of us quite a start at around 12:00. Best wishes

[@DoG0niT]

Brent you should use two ropes. Two anchor points for each rope. Use 4 bolts. Two double nots on the bite. Use one rope for decent. And the other for safety. Two leg grabs and a a crawl fast harness you will run up those lines be safe

[@matthewdoggett833]

The blade needs to be changed to a diamond blade on the saw. Looks like a decent saw otherwise. Also looks like its designed to hold a wheel on the left hand side, so you might be able to fit a polishing wheel to the end. You could also get yourself a 9 inch grinder and put a diamond blade on it

[@radgrand]

Also, this just coming from a person who is ultra safe. I wouldn't/Don't wear gloves while operating a large tooth saw blade. The gloves can snag on the blade and then instead of loosing a finger or 2 , it will be the entire hand. Bad outcome is the point, stay safe! love your ability to learn, understand, and then apply knowledge in your life. So many different people and industries coming together, I love it all,- Cheers

[@matthewdoggett833]

@@radgrand 100percent, never wear gloves with any rotating equipment. Catch and pull your hand in.

[@weedsmaker5000]

yea that looks like a wood blade

[@xxxxMaddnesSxxxx]

Came to the comments to suggest that. Never seen a wet saw that came with a carbide wood blade. lol. get what you pay for i guess, but a diamond blade can't be that much more expensive.

[@jakehussey8957]

Just use a tile saw

[@FLA30561]

Hey Brett the chinese miners that are still on the 200th.( Or what level they are on) Have they ever been identified? Is there any record on who they were? Have they had a memorial ceremony? Just a few questions from a curious follower.

[@ElizabethDMadison]

Great question, they shouldn't be anonymous. Maybe their real names were difficult for Americans?

[@Spartan375X]

200 level, between 15-30 miners, the names and actual number may forever be a mystery.

[@goldmemberr]

Brent. This is a message from the future. Please take this seriously. There will be a memorial recovery episode done by the Diesel brothers, take these comments as your sign that you need a fully equipped team to be doing this type of exploration. Sincerely, anon.

[@marywegrzyn506]

I have to agree with the others here about NOT GOING ALONE !! Plz have a buddy with you from now on. I was so worried you would get buried alive but had to remind myself that you are ok cuz you posted this video, lol. This is highly dangerous by yourself with no back up what so ever. We want you around for a long, long time. Not to be a very sad memory n what could have been if you had survived 😢.

[@WillysJonathanRoberts]

Hmmm....? I love these mine exploration videos and can't wait to watch when you get serious about digging past some of these collapses....if it's safe enough to do without causing more of a collapse that is....BUT after reading all of the very helpful posts from experienced( it sounds like ) climbers about your rope and anchor safety......your situation is starting to sound like that guy who lived with the grizzly bears in the Yukon or Alaska whichever it was. He was finally eaten by the same bears he loved so much.....on purpose or just being careless I do not know? Please take the safety precautions these people agree suggesting about climbing rope safety so we don't read or hear about you on the news one day. THAT would be tragic to say the least! We have grown to love you and your ability to give new life to this town. I'd hate to see that stop. Please don't take this as a criticism in any way, just someone hoping you a long and enjoyable life. Stay safe.....please. I think that with the correct advice you could get past many of those collapses in time with help of many shovels or possibly some sort of small machine...? Maybe a few lessons in cribbing is in order to keep things even safer...? OR possibly finding someone who is experienced in cribbing who is willing to help who has the same excitement for this town etc.???? Keep the fantastic content coming, just love it!

[@Robaus79]

Absolutely exciting content to watch, brilliant stuff ….. but take it easy mate , the risks you are taking seem to be increasing as time goes on … don’t become overconfident - there is a fine balance between calculated risk and stupidity - especially when totally isolated. What you are doing above ground is so important , please don’t jeopardise that by ignoring basic safety rules on solo trips underground. We need you Brent - stay safe !!

[@chefeddie6164]

You should try contacting some people who run working mines, there may already be plans and tricks for getting around blockages and cave in's that you can use.

[@jimandsniffers9408]

You never go bye yourself you always go with somebody else taking a chance of getting hurt or nobody knows we’re your at and then there goes your channel safety first be safe been watching since you’re first video God bless ✝️🇺🇸

[@AssuredIT]

Been waiting so long for you to go back to the Jefferson Chimney, and really get to explore that thing all the way down, BUT listen to the comments Brent and take care. Your climbing and exploring buddy wouldn’t want to go to your funeral, so the two of you, and ideally more should be around when you’re exploring! And if those that are in the know with climbing and climbing gear can help with advice, and even better some gear donations (ask for the things you need to advance while being safe - Plenty of people would likely respond or offer their time to pair up, if they can!). Look forward to more adventures and exploration of the as yet unseen parts of that mine!!! You already know a few diesel buddies that would probably help get you past that collapse safely! They already did this in another mine looking for a missing woman!

[@ckstaff]

What happened to your quest to find the suspected lower 4 and 5 levels of the 900 level and making a stage point room in the 900 that you started a month or so ago?

[@ghosttown2]

Still working on that one! We ran power down there, but still need a bit more infrastructure and manpower before embarking on that one.

[@BeenThereDundas]

Hey Brent, That saw had a wood blade on it. Invest in a diamond blade and that saw will work a hell of alot better. Try that before buying another saw as even if you do end up purchasing another you will need a better blade than what is normally supplied so it won't be a waste.

[@LORICHATTYRUTILA-ke9ke]

HI BRENT. JUST STOPPING BYE SAY. HI. . AND SUGGEST TO YOU THAT THIS FALL I THINK UR NEXT PROJECT SOULD BE TO GET A CONSTRUCTION HAT WITH A CAMERA HOOK UP AND FLASHLIGHT ON IT SO .. BOTH OF YOUR HANDS WOULD HAVE BETTER FREEDOM FOR YOUR EXPLORING PROJECTS. NICE JOB KEEP IT GOING... CAN WAIT TO SEE WHAT YOUR FINSHING LINE WILL BE.. MAYBE. THE HOTEL WILL BE FINALLY OPEN. N NEXT SUMMER..

[@einarschwentke7813]

Get proper training and don't go alone. I love this channel. I would hate for it to abruptly end.

[@chrissy1696]

Hey Brent, I love you shop and want to buy a hoodie (once I have money for it lol). But I was thinking of an idea to combine 2 of your current screen prints together. You should make one with the composite map on the back and the cerro gordo logo on the front like the hoodie. I think it would look absolutely awesome!

[@grumpyoldsod9467]

Have you ever spoken to the guys from TVR Exploring? They have masses of experience exploring some fairly sketchy mines. Maybe they might have a few ideas on how to get through that blockage getting you further into the chimney.

[@GraemeWight-wx3xz]

From Edinburgh Scotland, thank you. I cant get to America and observe these wonders but thanks to you i can watch the video. 😉👍 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤝🇺🇸🌶

[@MattsAwesomeStuff]

Brent - The enjoyment I get from watching Cerro Gordo is surpassed by my feeling that your luck will run out. I admire your courage. But you are taking foolish and unnecessary risks constantly when you're down there. You need to address your behavior and your approach to lethal activities or your story and the story of Cerro Gordo will be "In the early 2020s, a young guy bought this town with the goal of turning it into a living museum. He'd barely gotten started on his dream when he died tragically due to an easily-preventable mishap. Today nothing is left of the town." I can't even grasp the mindset of someone repeatedly taking lethal caving risks in a known-collapsed mine without even taking a climbing class. I admire your ambition, but you need to have better self-awareness of your limitations or "accidents" will keep happening to you because you can't identify your foolish behavior. You have to be better at knowing what you don't know, so that you can start to learn it.

[@Yamimoto21]

How about instead of writing a novel - albeit with good intentions.. you expand and shed light on the matters you find so devastatingly dangerous to him, possibly in short form 🤓

[@MattsAwesomeStuff]

​@alexl8252 Because, mine and csve climbing safety is not a Twitter class. And anyone stupid enough to think it is, is going to get themselves killed. That's why my advice was to actually learn how to do this properly, from experts and instructors. Not youtube comments.

[@marilynrichardson340]

OMG, your going to give me a heart attack! Glad your back above ground safely.

[@winterburan]

The anchors are always double, always with special bolts and with chain and ring, the static ropes for descent are always used double, especially in these situations, use carabiners and change ropes after a certain period, the dust and splinters that enter will ruin them from the inside, they hold in static but at the slightest jerk they give way, try to tighten it as much as possible, it doesn't take much, you entrust your life to a rock bolt with a tapping block, and a knotted rope is crazy, besides the fact that it I saw them give way and luckily either they were double or there were others underneath. anyway fantastic exploration thanks for sharing greetings from Italy

[@rockysuperstar1]

BRENT Take a look at a tile saw .They have Diamond blades .They use water to cut rock or marble .That may be cheaper than a Rock saw :-))

[@jeffblosser8273]

As a rockhound that has slowly been acquiring my own equipment it is interesting watching you get into the hobby. Try to look for used equipment since the new stuff is quite expensive. I am sure the gem and mineral society can help you figure out what you need and where to look for it. You might look into getting a rock tumbler to polish up some of the stones that you find as well. I look forward to watching your journey.

[@Halicet]

Brent, I grew up doing lapidary and rock hounding with my father. That blade you have on that saw is for wood, you can tell because the teeth are so large on it. Generally, the harder the material, the smaller the teeth, until you have no teeth other than abrasives for the hardest things (like rock). They use a diamond or carbide lapidary disc for cutting stone and minerals, and generally use a lubricant like water or oil. Saws that have a reservoir that the blade runs through tend to be better, but if nothing else, you should really get that drip feed set up properly on your saw so you are not trying to cut dry. Dry cutting will over heat and destroy your blade, and kick up a bunch of dust. If you eventually get really into it, you can look into obtaining a lapidary slab saw. They are more automated, and will allow you to basically dope the rock to a block of wood, then set it to cut and walk away while it slabs it into something you cut down into cabochon pieces with your lapidary saw. You can also get a good Cabochon machine that you can accessorize with trim saws and the like.

[@scottadamsstones]

Hey Brent, I have been cutting stones for about 15 years. If you need any help or tips let me know. I'd love to come see your home out there. The minerals in that mine are amazing. I cut stones on the same machine you were using. Diamond Pacific Genie. Great machine.

[@RICDirector]

He should be able to get hold of them, theyre still in business.

[@gailbutler483]

Hi Brent, as one who has done lapidary work, the blade on your saw platform is not the right type. You need a diamond blade. The one you have looks more like what one would use to cut wood...the teeth being way too big. Diamond blades aren't toothed. So, with the right blade your saw might work pretty good.

[@thenotoriousyumz]

@ghosttown2 You should go back to the tunnel by the lean-to that was full of Malachite and Azurite. Those were some of the best gems I've seen on your channels and they seemed really accessible.

[@bruceyoung1343]

Brent. I hope you don’t go down that deep alone? But it was AWESOME. THANK YOU 🙏

[@glassbackdiy3949]

they make real cheap floor tile cutting wet saw tables that would cut rocks, various sizes mostly depending on budget, or swap out that toothed woodsaw blade and put a diamond stone cutting disk in.

[@ghosttown2]

Noted! Thank you for those suggestions

[@yardsausage]

brent, was you down there alone?..be careful..did anyone know you were going to be down there?..please be careful,your videos are great and we all love them.

[@OGRocker1]

Awesome Brett, back to back videos. 2 in one weekend, too cool!⛏⚒

[@ghosttown2]

Doing my best!

[@chasewilliams-t4w]

can i talk to you@@ghosttown2

[@OGRocker1]

@@ghosttown2 Doing an awesome job Brett, wish I was physically able to volunteer, but am no longer able, so I enjoy watching the younger generation do what I love and use to do. Keep um coming as you can! God bless and keep you, as He has so far.

[@Dude0000]

@@chasewilliams-t4w I’ll talk to you. What’s up?

[@davidbarnett7754]

I still say you should see if the TVR exploring crew would come out. They even may have advice on how to shore stuff up or dig it out

[@cgammans]

You should be using two anchor points with carabiners to protect the rope and redundancy when placing bolts. Keep safe

[@bliviont]

Do you think it would be worthwhile to carry red reflective tape or markers, so you can mark boxes with dynamite or blasting caps in them?

[@zaynegrey7056]

This was so nerve racking to watch 😅 great video glad you made it out safely

[@cooperhedger]

It’s crazy watching these videos, knowing that this is going to be how he dies, it’s just a question of when. I’m sure he knows it and doesn’t care because he is so passionate about it and I can respect that.

[@RICDirector]

Respect, yes. Allow him to die orbe injured needlessly doesnt make sense though. VERY thankful there are many who are willing to give theircexperienced advice.

[@ck9006tt]

Yes, another explore in the mine. More mine exploration please Brent! Love it

[@shellythom7248]

It would be cool if you had handmade cero Gordo gem jewerly that would be awesome

[@ghosttown2]

Working on it!

[@Followthelemming]

You should decorate the town and do a ghost story episode called "Terror Gordo." Love the content!

[@jaded9087]

Halloween just around the corner. He has mentioned the unpaying house mates quite a few times over the years and has hinted that this place is haunted AF . Good time to get spooky

[@pennyfarthing1372]

Would love to know if he just slipped or was pushed at 11:35.

[@stephenmiller5023]

Has a bunch of those large chunks of rock & Debris recently come crashing down ?? I thought you & Johnny went down the Jefferson quite a bit deeper the time you both went down after your “ Crew “ of helpers discovered it about a year or so back ….🤔😐. Seemed you went down a lot further on that video . Anyway stay safe as you can while repelling/ ascending in those situations. One mishap while hanging from a rope is most assured your last mishap …. Just saying . Also thanks for two videos this weekend, the one from Yesterday with Jason from Mt Baker was pretty cool , especially once you got into the explanation of why all that lumber was needed . Looking forward to eventually making my way back up to Your town as last time I was there was when Robert was caretaker & I still have my pictures from that trip along with some cool pics of the original All American hotel ( about broke my heart too when you released the video about it burning down 😢). Glad to see the new replacement is making decent progress & looking forward to seeing you and your town again in near future in next year or less hopefully. Until then , Carry on As usual Brent ! 😎👍

[@Lukey-Dukey-AUS]

I think diamond blade is good for rock or masonry. Good vid.

[@alexandral6273]

Hi Brent, I’m always holding my breath when I watch you going down. I’m always scared of accidents ! Obviously, if the video is published, you are ok and alive, but the rest of the time … 😖😭

[@carl9826]

I love watching all these Cerro Gordo mine explorations !👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽❤️

[@BlockchaininChina]

Hey Brent, I'd like to see an episode where you bring in a professional climber to show you how rappel safely. Never hurts to increase your level of knowledge so you can continue to produce your amazing content.

[@semoneg2826]

True but not everything is for public view he may not want us to see him training

[@johnhall9609]

You definitely have to get a brighter flashlight!! Lol!! Just saying it looked like that area you was in w the huge boulders was a way more massive room?? Wish we could have seen it better is all!! Love your content though!! Keep em coming!! Maybe a longer video of inside the mine next time?? But be careful and be safe while ur doing it!! Don’t won’t nothing bad to happen to ya, while ur in there!! Take another repelling friend w ya?? So in case something does happen someone will be able to get help!!!! Love ya brother!!✌️

[@peteryoung9431]

Brent - love the channels and the content! I have to agree with others though when it comes to your safety. Yes - there will be some initial setup time when adding anchors and implementing other safety measures, but it will all be worth it in the end. I was a wildland FF back in the day and I taught others to use chainsaws. I always told my new sawyers “slow is safe, safe is smooth, smooth is fast.” I can’t take credit for that and I may have butchered the original phrase but the heart remains. Take the time to learn your craft, gain experience, and focus on safety. Eventually the safety becomes second nature and the speed will come without even trying. I also wanted point out that it is not only your life that is at risk when you go on these explorations. Who will take care of Cerro Gordo if you get too injured to do so, or if you die? Who else has the drive and passion for Cerro Gordo that you do? You care about the history of the place and it shows. Who’s to say the next owner won’t try to turn it into a cheap tourist trap and build some run-of-the-mill Disney-fief version of the American Hotel on the foundation you worked so hard to put up? I look forward to your next video - hopefully about a climbing/caving course you took to improve your safety when exploring? 😅 Remember, slow is safe…

[@tymonkalbarczyk1456]

Also about Jefferson Chimney - if these rocks clogged it, but only on one level, and chimney continues underneath... they are absolutely extremely dangerous and they shouldn't be step in on underneath.

[@FieldWorxoverlandadventures]

You must have to get over some pretty big fears to drop down in a hole like that by yourself and putting all your trust in that one anchor, I am a mountaineering backpacker but I’ve never done anything like that I think it’s pretty awesome and exciting and dangerous. Kudos to you👍

[@flacmonkey]

Hi Brent! Love all the history and mineralogy. I was curious, have you ever brought a Geiger counter down into the mine? It would be interesting to see if any of the mineral deposits are radioactive.

[@noahhamilton9028]

Think about your steps you're about to make twice friend. We need ya safe my man! Youre the only person doing some real human purpose here online. Much love

[@CindysGems]

⭐️⭐️⭐️YOU NEED TO MAKE A 3D MODEL OF THE MINE‼️‼️ SO WECAN UNDERSTAND IT BETTER. then just seeing it on paper and layers and layers as you look down.

[@nofunclub]

Don't use only ONE anchor point The rule should be 3

[@russwabuda1556]

brent, i'm not sure why, but to me you are a hero. maybe it is your pure interest in that mine and town., your desire to preserve aaa vanishing history, your stalwart perseverance of something that had its day before you had yours. that fire hit me like it was next door. to see you cry, and yet you go on. you will overcome. the only thing that cannot answer is; are you lucky to have cerro gordo, or is cerro gordo lucky to have you. in any case i plan to visit, to see the mine and shake hands with a hero. always best wishes, be certain that you are on my mind every day. i wish that i was in the position to help you more.

[@panicsummer_7954]

Hi Brent! I would love if you did videos on you just exploring the mines! I know that'd probably take a lot of camera battery and such, but its amazing watching and seeing you explore the mines and also hearing you talk about the history. Stay safe whenever you explore as well!

[@KaneDesign]

Bro, appreciate the historical importance of this mine and all but please for the love of god do not go spelunking Solo. It’s just an accident waiting to happen. Ever watched 127 hours? That could be you but miles underground. Edit: please go get some proper training before you do anymore exploration man…

[@coltrockwell5467]

I’m sorry man, I enjoy your videos too much. Figure out another anchor point, I am an underground miner here in Colorado and my father in law is a cliff rock scaler. He hangs off 1600ft cliff and scales and bolts in glenwood colorado. He’s wouldn’t approve of how you’re tied off and me as an underground miner shit my pants watching this haha! Please man figure out fail safes and backup safety catches on your anchors. I was told those should be pulled to 5,000 pounds for 5 minutes. Out of fear for your safety take another ropes class, we love you man and enjoy your videos.

[@GODZclaN11]

I am becoming hooked on the CG mystique. As you lead us through the mine I try to imagine how the miners of yesterday accomplished what they did. Looking at the chimney and other verticle cracks I can't imagine how the ore was extracted from the walls and moved to ore carts in such a constricted space. Have you done or considered doing a video on the methods and practices of 1800s mining at CG? Perhaps the gentleman who helped you with the Unoon Mine maps may be able to assist with the history piece. I think people would love to see the "how stuff worked" angle! Please becareful down there alone. Thanks!

[@Ryan-T-Hart]

Hey Brent, ever think of buying a night vision device like PVS-14 or even better? Good for star gazing, maybe some caving, & for sure hiking and working at night

[@keepironman14]

You made me really glad for the law of cameraman when you said you were OFF ROPE. I hope you jumped a few times before unhooking to insure stability.

[@exstacc1886]

I'm not really a loyal subscriber since I rarely watch your videos but its only because I prefer to forget then come back when theres a lot more content cuz i hate waiting weeks on end lol I completely understand though, ive been here since 100k and I LOVE your content because your love for the history of this place really shines through in every part of your work. Im very happy your life is this fulfilling and I hope and believe you'll achieve anything you want to do here. Safe tides bro

[@rafaelmacias9979]

Did I cause this because I said use the union chimney to get down then BOOM IT HAPPENED sooooo Brent did I cause this lol?

[@alexandersillan8139]

Keep going brother, we love what you do... And you should start making jewellery out of the stuff you find. imagine if you made a ring all out of the stuff you find down the mine.. Mine Craft

[@three6ohchris]

So did you figure out what the purple rock was? I was going to guess amethyst but I'm sure it's not. Anyway, super awesome stuff. Thank you for sharing!

[@Downwithlibtards]

Brent, just remember every time you go into these mines it is a gamble. It's a matter of WHEN not IF they collapse more. We love you, sir.