Unleashing The Thrill Of Rockhounding | Exploring The Wild For Precious Rocks

Every breath I take into the wilderness is full of adventure and thrill of the unknowns before me, especially when I am on a determined mission to find beautiful, precious rocks. My head is down, my focus is pulled into a world of colors, light, luster and patterns. My spirit is unleashed and untamed. I feel wild yet overcome by an overwhelming sense of peace. Everything around me is a blur. The sounds that fill my mind are those of pondering questions that will likely never be answered. I use my fingers to feel the textures of the stones beneath my feet. My eyes become fixed on the smallest of details, sometimes unaware of potential dangers hidden just feet away. Our bodies get tired, our defenses lowered. This day was a perfect example of an adventure into the wilderness in which I could have been better prepared, a reminder to myself that I need to be alert every time I enter the rugged back country to seek the thrill every rockhound has felt deep inside.
#rockhounding

[@jimbroekemeier7168]

Kim, I am glad to see you back my friend. I can’t begin to tell you how much I have learned from you. You’re an inspiration to me not only as a rockhounder , but as a person. I can’t wait to get back to the Yellowstone this spring, to me there is no other place like it.

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you Jim! The mighty Yellowstone...she's such a treasure. Ohhhhhhh the rocks that wait for you to discover....see you in a few months 😉

[@jimbroekemeier7168]

I couldn’t wait until Spring so March 10th Decker and I went for 4 nights and 3 days. I found some awesome agates. Montana rocks just blow my mind, that’s why I keep going back. I credit most of my success to you! Thanks!

[@norakatz-rhoads390]

Kim your enthusiasm and ability to

[@raundupuis3134]

Very nice to have you back hunting for us who live vicariously through you. GREAT finds!

[@melaniebutters4826]

It's paradise, isn't it!😀 Watching people's rock-hunting videos from the wide-open spaces of the States etc got me through the Lockdowns🥰

[@lindaschaefer5499]

I could picture heaven looking a lot like this dry creek bed.

[@MontanaRockMom]

I agree - it's my new favorite spot

[@laurafolsom2048]

Amen!

[@jamesblondeau1029]

Nice to see u back. And that zebra chert was amazing. And some of the jasper. Wow. Stay safe out there because u are bite size to a wolf or a cougar. Stay warm and have fun Kim And thanks again for taking the time to do the video so we can join you. 👍😀

[@KatyDidRocks]

WOAH, so many beautiful rocks! Glad you were able to get out there - this is fun to watch on a cold winter day.

[@laurafolsom2048]

😊

[@genevryfreeland2054]

I have been waiting and I'm so excited you're the best

[@GordonVincent]

Australia will now rejoice in your return, we welcome you back Kim. Amazing country you are in, just blows my mind. People say we have dangerous animals ( and everything else is dangerous ) in Australia, we dont have mountain lions. Please be safe take Chopper or someone who cannot run as fast as you can. You are blessed to have so many amazing rocks. Thankyou for taking us on the hunt with you.

[@MontanaRockMom]

Wonderful hearing from you- we do both live In extraordinary places- life is good

[@GordonVincent]

Amen to that Kim.@@MontanaRockMom

[@mountainfamilymineralsandr182]

Great to see you back with new content, you have been missed. Thanks for the upload. Love to look at all the new finds

[@kevinsaxon8009]

I love the schtuffes you find! Great Glories.

[@danacataldi5119]

Welcome back, missed you.

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you!

[@grandparocky]

That chert at 11:44 is beautiful!

[@WorldofRockhounds]

I need to visit you guys still. Making breakfast as I'm watching and realizing I haven't been hounding in a while.

[@tedkellison2598]

What a great surprise to see that beautiful smile back out rockin' it!!!!

[@MontanaRockMom]

I need to come visit you boys soon at the shop!

[@susie5710]

Thanks for taking us along. You find the most beautiful and colorful rocks. Amazing there is no snow yet. Stay safe and warm.

[@grandparocky]

Glad to see this new post you where missed!

[@atuuschaaw]

Always such a treat to see an upload from you. Great finds! ♥

[@carolsmith4377]

So happy to have you back🎉😊

[@sandmaker]

I do not know how I missed this when it first came out. You are truly the rock whisperer and always find the best rocks and jaspers are my friends. I never met one I didn't like. I'm really glad you trusted your instincts and got the heck out of there. I didn't see Chopper, he would have sounded the alarm and said... time to go Mommy. I love your channel and all you do on it. Be happy, safe, and stay healthy. 😷⚒

[@MontanaRockMom]

I've missed you so much! Thanks for watching and leaving me a comment. You make my heart smile 🫠

[@airborneexplorer]

Clear fingernail polish 💅 keeps that wet luster look with perfect clarity. Have not done my favorite finds but I'm confident now having done tons of beautiful rocks as tests. Blessings 🙏

[@diann546]

I much prefer it and have been doing it for years. I also put the "smalls" in a clear bottle, with smooth sides and fill with water. You can then rotate and see them at their best. I was gifted a tumbler for Christmas. Other family members hated smelling nail polish. Well, it only works on bigger rocks. The one's you can afford to grind down. The rocks it came with were ruined by tumbling. They were great after the 2nd grit. But I took it to the 3rd and their greatness disappeared. I should have nail polished them at that point. I prefer the wet rough look anyway.

[@diann546]

I much prefer it and have been doing it for years. I also put the "smalls" in a clear bottle, with smooth sides and fill with water. You can then rotate and see them at their best. I was gifted a tumbler for Christmas. Other family members hated smelling nail polish. Well, it only works on bigger rocks. The one's you can afford to grind down. The rocks it came with were ruined by tumbling. They were great after the 2nd grit. But I took it to the 3rd and their greatness disappeared. I should have nail polished them at that point. I prefer the wet rough look anyway.

[@diann546]

I much prefer it and have been doing it for years. I also put the "smalls" in a clear bottle, with smooth sides and fill with water. You can then rotate and see them at their best. I was gifted a tumbler for Christmas. Other family members hated smelling nail polish. Well, it only works on bigger rocks. The one's you can afford to grind down. The rocks it came with were ruined by tumbling. They were great after the 2nd grit. But I took it to the 3rd and their greatness disappeared. I should have nail polished them at that point. I prefer the wet rough look anyway.

[@diann546]

I much prefer it and have been doing it for years. I also put the "smalls" in a clear bottle, with smooth sides and fill with water. You can then rotate and see them at their best. I was gifted a tumbler for Christmas. Other family members hated smelling nail polish. Well, it only works on bigger rocks. The one's you can afford to grind down. The rocks it came with were ruined by tumbling. They were great after the 2nd grit. But I took it to the 3rd and their greatness disappeared. I should have nail polished them at that point. I prefer the wet rough look anyway.

[@diann546]

I much prefer it and have been doing it for years. I also put the "smalls" in a clear bottle, with smooth sides and fill with water. You can then rotate and see them at their best. I was gifted a tumbler for Christmas. Other family members hated smelling nail polish. Well, it only works on bigger rocks. The one's you can afford to grind down. The rocks it came with were ruined by tumbling. They were great after the 2nd grit. But I took it to the 3rd and their greatness disappeared. I should have nail polished them at that point. I prefer the wet rough look anyway.

[@laurene5806]

So happy you're back!! Missed you!!

[@Madshadowgolem]

Apparently I need to bring my son rockhounding in Montana! Amazing finds!!

[@johnsaucerhunter]

Nice to see you back in the saddle...errr... on the road again. Might have been chilly, but you found some very nice rocks, and we appreciate you letting us 'shadow' you while on your quest.

[@freespeechforall1069]

Thank you for taking us with you today.

[@terrimaldonado8806]

So glad to see you back!!

[@anthonywillis5249]

Nice to see you back. I could not wait to see what you pick up next. The variety and patterns in something that most just walk or drive by never cease to amaze. Yes seeing blood with no noise around must’ve been scary. You prove that rocks are not boring.

[@MontanaRockMom]

Definitely not boring 😉

[@katiedid713926]

Beautiful beautiful finds. Well worth cold hands. Absolutely love your videos

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you very much- it means a lot to me 🥰

[@jamesmorrow1646]

Where have you been? Welcome back.

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you James

[@AmericanPatriot1776AP]

The big rock you picked up and tossed away at 8:10 was a Stromatolite. You found some nice Montana Agates. Thanks

[@largent45]

That blood trail was kind of spooky! I can't believe you were out there, in that cold of weather! But what gorgeous rocks you found! So many cool little agates! And those green jaspers get me Everytime! They are my favorites! Just so much color out there! What a wonderful rockhounding adventure it was! Thanks for sharing it and letting us tag along! ❤

[@TaneKarnes]

Those long thin ones would make some long dangle earrings after slicing? When I shop for for my girls, I usually buy necklaces or earrings. I don't know their ring sizes. Earrings are sometimes hard to find in minerals. 😃

[@savagesquirrel9828]

Good to see you. I am glad you are cautious. Could be anything from a lion to a pack of feral dogs. I don’t own a pistol, but I’d be tempted if I went out alone. Consider bear spray, at least. I know you would have to lug it, but it would work for lots of critters. Great rocks! Thanks.

[@gracemccoy1970]

Hey Kim, glad to see you back! Do you sell your rocks? That big green jasper is a keeper for sure!

[@mitchgillilan]

Wow i can't believe how much stuff is in there!! I saw you ignore at least 50 different nice rocks.... i know, theres just TOO MANY! Its like stealing candy from a baby it's too easy MRM 😊 great finds love the reddish colored dendritic agates ❤

[@stevedegoes3101]

I dont know where to start! i thought i found cool stuff! this is the first of your videos i have seen! { i will see the rest!} im in Parker Az. and i find the same type of rock that your finding but its a lot warmer! hearing about your mindset when your collecting those awesome goodies! i have run into signs looking down! and i learned what the stuff im finding! i just call it all cool awesome stuff! Im tickled spitless finding your channel, thank you!

[@MontanaRockMom]

Hello Parker! I've only been to AZ once and it was HEAVEN- I can not wait to get back to your rockhounding backyard --- it's paradise. So many different treasures to collect- enjoy your wonderful weather ...thank you for watching and commenting

[@RonHei]

You have 150 videos posted and I believe I see a different pair of gloves in about half of them which means you have 75 pairs of gloves. I’d like to see that collection 😂. You’re my new favorite channel. It’s so much fun. Thank you!

[@candacepeterson8932]

I've missed you hunts!! You're the best! Hugs to chopper!!!

[@DownriverRocks]

3:49. Haha. I thought you said “oh my favorite color, jasper”. 😂😂. I was like. Me too, Kim. Me too. Nice to see you back, best wishes. (Formally Pezz. I’m entering a world a channel, Downriver Rocks) ❤❤

[@graemero5532]

Stay safe MRM

[@TaneKarnes]

Great to see your videos again. At least, hunting by your car, you can haul out bigger rocks for Drogan!

[@kastah]

As I have said, you find the best rocks, so glad you are back and hope all is well with you and family.

[@lorettarussell593]

I am so thrilled that you are back!!!! You are my favvvv to watch!! Can’t wait to see Chopper!! I love to listen to him splashing away in the river off camera❣️

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you so much for watching...Chopper and I will be back for another adventure once we get through this snowstorm!

[@meganrodger7282]

So great to see you again! We were starting to worry about you. So glad to see your beautiful face, and looking healthy and happy xx

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you friend 🧡

[@JnVrockhounding]

You always find absolutely awesome material. Wow.

[@RichsOutdoorAdventures]

Nice to see you back on the treasure hunt. Great Jasper finds

[@padrefrancisco66]

Amazing how many beautiful rocks in a small area!

[@MontanaRockMom]

That spot was loaded!!! Can't wait to get back out there once the snow ends

[@padrefrancisco66]

I absolutely have to get out to Montana!@@MontanaRockMom

[@Reet64]

Smart getting away from that scary scene. All of a sudden agates sound like good things to toss if you need to. 😁 You find nicer things at the side of the road out there than I can ever dream of out my way. Nice to see you again!

[@Original_Auburn]

So many good finds!

[@traceysmith3896]

Kim, I'd posted earlier, glad to see you're back after your nasty fall and injury. You have such exquisite taste in agates, jaspers and petrified wood. You and Theo Kellison find the best material out there. I visited a Yellowstone River gravel bar in 2015 and had no clue of the beauty that could be found there. I'm from NC and sharks teeth were my hobby as a kid, no pretty rocks around where I grew up. Then I watched one of your KZbin videos (and then binge watched) and was fascinated by your keen eye and your knowledge of the geology of Montana. So I started looking around and lo and behold, you had an Ebay store! So I saw some beautiful stuff and made some purchases, saw some more beautiful stuff and made some more purchases. I couldn't believe all the extras you gifted me with! The bismuth crystal, the leaf fossil, the bacculite with the ammolite, the agate slab with the parallax banding, the piece of jasper, and my favorite the gorgeous Montana agate that you said was "representative"❤. And the hand written notes that went along with everything you sent explaining what everything was ❤❤❤! I already had a Nat-Geo rock tumbler. But then I watched you slabbing rocks on Drogon. I reached out to you about a saw and you gave me a link to Covington. That was beyond my price point right now, so I bought a tile saw and some decent saw blades. Small agates, geodes successfully done! I have also received a Hi-Tec polisher that I've yet to use unfortunately. I was wondering/hoping if you were going to sell any more specimens on your Ebay store again. I mean it's YOUR fault this old NC man has taken up rockhounding and trying and sometimes succeeding with crude lapidary results. You have a gift for making people want to get out there and find beauty in the world and it's truly appreciated by all your fans. And you've shown me how to gift other people with the beauty of the earth (though nowhere near your level 😅). Thanks for all you do and blessings to you and your family and Chopper. ROCK ON!

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you for all your kind words 🥰. I am really looking forward to spring so I can get back out there and find more beauties to share with everyone 💞

[@traceysmith3896]

Woohoo! Yesss!😊

[@ceeclearly6840]

Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@marcussmart3275]

Your opening scene left me so awestruck I can't come up with words to even describe how amazing that was. It's just started and already feel a connection. You have amazing energy to have those kinds of sights and finds. Montana rock mom you rock! Thanks for an awesome adventure while I'm hibernating. Time to warm up with the King. Are you going to this year's Tucson show? I would like to but have yet to find transportation. I have faith it will happen.

[@MontanaRockMom]

Awe thank you for the kind words ☺️

[@billwebber400]

Can never get enough of the petrified wood it's so cool. Glad you're back❤

[@lydiabiggs6920]

Dear MRM, Thank you for posting your new video today. I get so excited when you have more of your adventures on video for all your fans to watch and drool over everything you share. You really have a knack for finding the best of everything. I wish I could find a place near me where I can find a few beautiful rocks. You are better than the best!! Keep them coming!! Appreciatively from Lydia in Seattle

[@grokeffer6226]

Beautiful!!! I hope you always stay safe on your adventures. 🐻🦁

[@debrabettcher884]

Thank you so much sharing your beautiful rocks! It brightened my day so much! Glad you stayed safe during this rock hunt. I cant imagine wet fingers in 16 degrees. 🫂💗🫂💗🫂

[@TexasRocks]

That first one... 😍😍😍

[@MontanaRockMom]

🤩 so good right! Texas 🥰

[@pameckstrom88]

Yippee...you are back🎉🎉🎉 love rock hounding with you(in my easy chair)

[@kimdedominicis6893]

So glad to see you are back! I was worried about you! Enjoyed this immensely! So glad you are safe! Hope to see you again soon!

[@laurieowen8696]

Omgosh! I'm so happy to see you. Happy New Year!

[@markgubbins1958]

Hi Kim !!! Nice to see you again. You really found some fantastic rocks on that hunt. I too, would have had to shy away from that commotion and blood trail.

[@NiniG8444]

Good to see you again Kim. Great finds as usual. Those agates and green jasper woah! Happy new year and stay safe

[@nancyb1605]

🐝Hi MRM , I appreciate the way you give such excellent closeups of the rocks you find. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@michaelbearss371]

Awesome finds! So glad to see your videos again. I was wondering if you were doing ok or not. Such beautiful country and great rock hunting out there!

[@debbiewilson6806]

So good to have you back. Sent you a message

[@thehedgerow]

I'm from Kansas and we actually find agates here that find their way down from the northern states! By the time they get to us they are much smaller pieces, but I still collect them!! Love your vids thank you!

[@laurafolsom2048]

Thank you for your video on an indoor crafting day! Very cold 🥶 but not as cold as you!

[@marcussmart3275]

How very nice of you to endure the cold for those stunning minerals. You've got an eagle eye for magnificent rocks.

[@mycanadianlifestyle]

Wow! Awesome spot! Great colors.

[@kellym.9453]

Aaah, there you are! 😊

[@mycanadianlifestyle]

Woe...blood trail very fresh. Hunters.

[@gator83261]

Good video!

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you for watching

[@timlewis2484]

My girlfriend and I are so glad you are back. We missed you greatly.

[@lindaleehulsey3167]

MISSED U .....😢❤😊 BEST to hitting out of that area, DEER probably survived attack. U are intuitive, WISE. A NATURAL EARTH 😇 😍 rock hounding 📹 HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎉

[@kellywion1464]

That 1st agate is gorgeous 😍

[@robertmurphy8863]

Beautiful! I wish i had rocks like that near me. Keep the videos coming, really enjoy them

[@robertmandigo7942]

Kim it's so wonderful to see you out rockhounding again. The agates that you found were awesome and the one at 11:00 the dendrites were so beautiful and then the zebra chert was out of this world. Im glad you left when that deer ran by and the blood trail was from something hunting, my first thought was a coyote or wolf but then I said mountain lion and then you put up the picture of one. Where I lived in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan we had cougars and they are nothing to mess with and now there are bobcats that live right across the road and the deer weren't around much this fall like they had been this summer. I wish I could get back to Montana the problem is the three states between here and there and then the day after Thanksgiving my wife passed away so now I will have to watch more KZbin. Keep up the great videos and God bless you and your family.

[@vickigermunson5615]

Hi Kim so glad to see that you are back we love watching your videos!

[@denisweimer8791]

The agate at 3:32 looks just like the head of a baby alligator! :D LOL!

[@jennywalborn7769]

At 3:39 that rock looked like the head of a small alligator! Very cool!😊 First time watching, I love rocks!

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you for watching friend!

[@suzannemorris2036]

Another a great video! overwhelming with the blood trail, as always be careful we love you.Suzi❤

[@MicroSpiritRetreat]

MONTANA ROCK MOM!!!!! 💗 oh how I’ve missed your face and all your beautiful finds!!!! Much love!!!!

[@terrylschumacher-levy5150]

Happy New Year Kim 🎉 so happy to see you 😅 @3:33 a baby alligator head is happy too 😂 👸🏼🙌😍

[@iammatthew7542]

I haven't seen you for a long time I miss you 😊

[@kirsiselei8703]

Nice to c new vud from u💕. So many awesome finds. In 3,39 looks like alligator head😁

[@mycanadianlifestyle]

Thank you!

[@johnnybfan]

Kim, I'm happy to see you back! I've (we've) missed you so much. Your videos are always a highlight for me & I love to watch them. It's kind of stressful when you think about it - mountain lions are rare in Michigan so I don't worry about them when I'm out hunting but in Montana - not so much. I'm glad you were safe. See you next time!

[@McShaganpronouncedShaegen]

Stunning is right just not quite as stunning as you Rock mom.

[@MontanaRockMom]

Thank you 😊

[@kellyharper367]

Old disabled house bound dusty rusty rockhound here: What a dramatic adventure!! Mega haul!!! Thank you for risking life and limb to bring us this treasure!

[@soul_adventurist]

Beautiful rocks!❤

[@barbarazernicke6967]

Kim, you certainly had a great day rockhounding. What I liked about the smaller rocks is that you can see how beautiful they are without cutting. Glad you are safe. And hey, it doesn't hurt to do some roadside hunting on the way home.

[@hayestweed7143]

Haven’t seen you do anything with these other than slab. Do you make jewelry or sell the slabs? Thanks for the fun content.

[@lesliesisson2908]

You always fond the best rocks. Thank you for taking us along

[@vinnymartinez6031]

Yayyy! Miss Kimberly you’re back. Super cool finds. I’m so jelly right now. Although, we’re supposed to be close to 70 degree’s here in Colorado tomorrow. That means it’s time to scratch that itch. Gonna go for Smokey Quartz. Girl, use those gloves Brooke gifted you. There was a lot of pink in the hands and nose area lol. As always, so fun going with you on your journeys. Tell chopper he was missed. Peace be the journey my friend and Rock On. Your Colorado Rockhound, Vinny.

[@patriciamckean4186]

Beautiful rocks, can't wait for the next hunt.😊

[@wendellchapin9034]

Great to see you back enjoying rockhounding and my wife and I get to enjoy your finds

[@nicolettesanabria9251]

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing finds. You always find beautiful rocks! Thank you for helping me forget the troubles of the day with your gorgeous finds!

[@Latana-u6h]

Kim, I was just wonderiing where you went!! All through thiis wonderful video, I kept thiinking about how frozen your HANDS must be!!

[@carinanderson8239]

Scary moment there! Beautiful finds, jasper is my favorite and you found some stunners. The coral was the best, though. 😁

[@maryseaman312]

I don't know how cold it is in Montana right now, but central Washington (Soap Lake) is at 14 degrees! I think, thought, I heard you mention new gloves (GOOD!), but I see bare hands, picking up rocks that you have recently spritzed! Makes me colder, just watching! You are one taught gal, my friend. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@ChristinaDeMeritt]

Crazy adventure! Lovely rocks! Really glad to see a post from you. It’s interesting when I start watching peoples videos and then they drop out of routine posting and I wonder and hope that everything is alright. Glad you are! You will be my first account that I subscribe to because I need to support those people that I love watching videos from. Thanks again for taking this California lady on a Montana rock hounding adventure!

[@Rockin_in_Kentucky]

Man I wanna come to Montana there's so many pretty rocks there