Why I Bought a Quarry

[@lydias2012]

Good luck with this venture. Found Morgan several years ago. Good people attract good people.

[@dianelively8582]

True

[@kimfrommn7162]

Absolutely!!! 🤗

[@frederickmoller]

Morgan also sent me, and I hope that it all works out for you, Alfred.

[@vts5618]

Congrats, on your purchase! How cool it would be to see you build a small stone cabin. I always wandered how they built those old stone houses. I wish you the best with your quarry business and your YT channel.

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

I have half a mind to build a stone cabin up there when I am done quarrying. It's kind of a bucket list project for me.

[@dianelively8582]

Can’t wait ❤!​@@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062

[@Shibalvr]

Morgan sent us🎉😊😊😊😊❤

[@Nirrrina]

I abandoned Morgan's video to come here & see your video. Can't wait to see what you're going to accomplish with this. Don't forget that artists might buy pieces too.

[@Sgod100]

I was thrilled to learn you have a KZbin channel from Gold Shaw’s latest video! So happy for you and can’t wait to follow your story.

[@diannawright2188]

Good for you !! You will do great. Got the link from Morgan.

[@vishalb84]

@5:22 beautifully describes how the drone when down and sideways. Elegant Morgan !

[@Emily-Hodgins]

Quarries are so interesting. We have some here in Maine that people go swimming in. What a great opportunity there!

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

I have a granite block in my "head stash" at home that came from the Deer Isle quarry in Maine.

[@Ghanshaman]

Toby dog sends his regards.

[@barbarahouk1983]

As I said, I plan to follow your adventures. Rock is interesting. Granite is strong, but I understand it is porous. Granite countertops need a sealant. I'm interested in seeing what projects you get into. Looking at the techniques you use to create the different products you make out of this raw material. I really have only a cursory idea of what you do. This channel should be enlightening to me. It was great you got back to Morgan's farm today because winter is coming and that hoop coop has to be ready. I like those plans. It's great you have a meaningful friendship with Morgan and his wife, as well as the animals like Tobey et al. I hope this property increases your current business and possibly expands into more. I wish you well.

[@devmeistersuperprecision4155]

A lot of granite is somewhat porous. Countertops need that shiny modern look so they are sealed. Monument granite tends to be tight. I only know of one monument granite quarry in Colorado. It’s pink stone! But for doing New England style foundations, walls, etc. this stone is the cats pajamas.😅

[@Jean-qx4gl]

Love how helpful you have been to Morgan.. for a starter farmer..you are immeasurably a great friend for him.

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

He's a great, supportive friend for me too!

[@ameliasparkles13]

Such beautiful land! You have a good head on your shoulders and I wish you the best.

[@luguy8347]

This is totally interesting. It’s a journey, that’s part of the fun. Fascinating history.

[@janpack1569]

Just found you through Morgan. Good luck on your new venture. Looking forward to watching many videos from our buddy Alfred🎶

[@gerrimilner9448]

your buddy morgan sent me! all the best with this project hope this drums up some good busniss

[@sandozdelysid]

Finally your own channel! So excited.

[@joellenpaull3294]

Alfred I love watching your work. Thank you for all you do for The Gold Shaw Farm family. I'm excited to follow your channel and support your dream. Blessed be.

[@lizetteolsen3218]

A modern stone mason! Looking forward to learning more about the trade==along with the reinvigoration of the quarry. Long neglected, now will get some attention and care.

[@myzacky96]

Great video, Best of luck to you!

[@patriciamorrison5372]

I pray 🙏🏼 God Blesses you in all you sow doings. Peace Be Unto You . Morgan sent me also, I was excited to see your channel. My Dad and Brother all carpenters by trade.

[@Libbathegreat]

Always good to find something that renews your passion for what you do :)

[@theothermother70]

So much history. Thanks for the great video!

[@fedupnow61859]

thanks Alfred. i've known a few masons in my life but I never got into the quarry aspect of it. In my town old lyme in connecticut there were a bunch of quarries around but never all that cut stone laying around. I'm looking forward to more so I can learn

[@nancysmith-baker1813]

Saw the vid of you and Morgan introducing your new buy . Fascinating history .and place . Thank you .

[@mcmanon5696]

This is so impressive. I wish you great success in your new adventure!

[@THEele7en]

Metallica's The One intro is awesome :)

[@dennisscherpen6591]

Myyyyy buddy alfreeeed

[@Sittininthesun]

Dad would love your work.

[@billwhitis9997]

It's a real gold mine. Excellent investment! High grade stone.

[@dreamsnake222]

hi, Alfred. kinda"knowing" your buddy Morgan, im definitely curious what you are up to. and you have a presence and keep a good narative. good luck.

[@8.3leader15]

I am in NH and have quite a good location that i am interested in quarrying for myself. Still in the learning phases myself. I would love to see the quarry and see how you progress.

[@julianmartinez8824]

Loving the videos , I'm a stone Mason myself. I enjoyed watching your techniques and hearing your thoughts about your stone art

[@coraleereid1585]

Congratulations Alfred and thank you for the lessons. Very excited for you👏

[@paulhenry8174]

Glad to find your channel. I just bought a farm. It came with lots of stone resources. Mainly sandstone but lots of granite as well. All in boulder to rock form. I just started splitting this spring first to get them small enough to haul out of the fields but with the goal of getting them square for walls. Anything I can learn helps. Curious about ice splitting as winter is coming to the north and it seems like an efficient way to go. Any tips?

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

That's fantastic! Sandstone should split for you quite nicely along the veins, you should be able to slice those boulders up into blocky slabs that will be easy to lay into a wall. I have heard about ice splitting, but can't speak to its efficacy, perhaps I will make a video on the subject

[@ahomeinpisgahontheroad4481]

Good explanations and great photos!

[@mfhthenycflyguy7085]

Cool story - good luck!

[@SecretSquirrelFun]

Vertical integration - I learn something new every day 🙂 Alfred, please, what are those jeans that you are wearing? Sorry for the weird question ha ha

[@julie2bailey]

The Metallica thou 😍

[@IbelongtoJesus.]

Building a cabin sounds good. Do you run into many wild animals around there ?

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

There are deer tracks all over the place, I think that a porcupine lives in one of the stone piles. I saw some bobcat tracks on the road yesterday.

[@IbelongtoJesus.]

@@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062 thank you, your such an easy going, down to earth person 😊

[@hugabee2580]

Good luck

[@ronc7743]

Bird Man sent me over.

[@peggyg111]

Toby Dog and Abbie Dog say hello!

[@johnbucklefamilyandfriends487]

You can make oddments out of it that's what I wood do

[@jolfer1334]

Looks like Morgan talked u into making this channel

[@williamtaylor2412]

YOUR A SWEETHEART

[@TheDaisytails]

Morgan sent me!! Sound like a good venture!!! And looks like you have the skills for it. Love your block wall. I hope prosperity for you. HUGS

[@coryart]

"My friend Morgan made this video for me" Are you gonna make a "My buddy Morgan" song? hehe

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

Only if I can get Weird Al Yankovic to compose it.

[@ladyaero1625]

Very interesting. Looking forward to learning more about stone masonry.

[@piperleelee]

I wish you luck in your endeavor with your quarry. There aren't many young people looking to become a stone mason. Hopefully you can resurrect interest in this profession.

[@nooiewiener5069]

Morgan sent me,too! Congratulations on your quarry purchase. Looks like a great place.

[@athede99]

I truly hope this works out as a productive and profitable business venture! As well as an amazing creative outlet/inspiration!!! I can't wait to be able to tag along on your adventures and get to learn some things along the way!

[@RandyLea]

I've seen several documentaries about how stone masons built castles and cathedrals in the Middle Ages. They built machines to move and lift large stones, plus a lot of other tools they made for their craft. I really liked their levels and 13 knot strings I think they were called. Say hello to Toby and Abby for me.

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

I was working on Morgan's new hoophouse this morning, and Toby was closely inspecting my work.

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

Historical stone working methods are fascinating for me. I think that a lot of historic structures are built out of softer sandstones and limestones, which are a lot easier to shape. Old granite castles and forts are interesting. I visited one in Maine that required roughly one full-time blacksmith for every 8 masons on that project. Today we have carbide tipped hand tools and diamond saws that make working with hard stone so much easier

[@moujayay]

@@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062 there are two projects in Europe that are building a medieval castle/ monastery with the tools they had back then. One in Germany and one in France. Super interesting to see how long such a work was taking and with what precision they could work with simple tools.

[@JoeSmithpwns]

What is a coin?

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

Quoin - it's a corner stone, or feature. You will often see them on brick buildings, limestone or granite corners, or they'll often change the pattern of the bricks on the corners, and those *may* also be considered quoins.

[@deed5811]

Good luck Alfred! Have always enjoyed seeing you with Morgan's projects on Gold Shaw Farm.

[@GabrielBadwolf]

There used to be a lot of granite quarrying where I live in Northern Ireland in the Mourne Mountains but the last one was closed before I was borne. My dad though first job he had after leaving school was at the stone yard where they would split and polish bits of granite that had been quarried from the mountains. Also made stuff from granite like headstones, signs, and stuff like it. A lot of it was done by hand back then.

[@anitraahrens905]

Congratulations, Alfred on your new business venture. May you have great success.

[@FreeJaffa92]

Hey not sure how far off this is but, you should probably get a website and link it on the about page of KZbin. I made a google search and didn’t see anything that quite matched? Understood if you want privacy, just a suggestion.

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

Legitimate suggestion, I have been dragging my feet in that regard for sure. Next couple weeks!

[@Christommyfmx]

Hey Alfred! I came from Morgan's recommendation. Really cool stuff to learn about, I'm looking forward to more videos. Side note, I'm a musician myself and loved the Metallica intro. If you ever want some more acoustic Metallica covers, I would be happy to help

[@nancywebb1845]

Found out about this from Morgan as I follow his channel. Didn't know you were a stonemason. If I lived in the area, I would definitely buy from you. Good luck on this venture!

[@andythor1304]

We love how you all help one another. Sending best wishes from Nova Scotia, Canada🙏🏻

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

I am going to Nova Scotia next week! Camping for two nights in Kejimkujik National Park with my brother!

[@andythor1304]

@@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062 A beautiful park! Have an amazing trip!🙏🏻🏕

[@kimfrommn7162]

@@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062 How was your camping trip?!? I bet it was a beautiful place!!! Did you make a video?!? 🤣 God Bless!! 🤗♥️🙏🏼

[@luclion7163]

Nice video ,,keep them coming ,,,,ill keep on watching.

[@tommielourogers4327]

Morgan sent me and said to tell you that Toby Dog says hello. The property is beautiful. The stone is really nice. I am a retired landscape designer so I have a great love for good stone. A Hobbit House on that property is a wonderful Idea. It would give you a place to stay when you are working up there and a place for an office. With StarLink you would always have phone service. Great idea. Wishing you the best of luck and great success and happiness. God bless the work of your hands. Now the the most important (to me) part of this comment, I am in LOVE with your hat!!! I really want that hat. Would you please tell me who made it and even where I might order one. I collect hats and I have been looking for a hat exactly like that for well over 30 years. The wide flat brim on a western style dented head part is so hard to find. The Prairie hats have the right brim but they don’t have the dent in the top and the regular western cowboy hat the brim narrows at the front and it curves upward instead of being flat. Are used to be a co-owner of one of the actual Zorro hats from one of the movies, but it was in the possession of my friend when he died and the hat disappeared. That was the closest I ever came to what I was looking for. So I beg you to tell me how I can get a hat like that. I am looking forward to watching all of your videos. I must say that you have an excellent outlook on how you plan to use your new property. You have balanced Capitalism with a respect and love for the land and a commitment to leave it better than you found it. In my mind that is the real American way upon which this country was founded, and I salute you for it.

[@marthav2772]

Hi Alfred! I know you through your buddy over at Gold Shaw Farm!😃 Congrats on your new quarry! Very cool! I'm looking forward to your videos! Much success to you. You're A cool dude.👍😊

[@bekind3931]

That’s great! We prob see diff types of stone work in bldgs, in monuments and all over w/o thinking about how they became that thing. Excited to see what you can do. Or if you’re just breaking it down into workable pieces for someone else to do the finishing work, maybe throw up some photos of what that stone can become. That’d be cool too!

[@lyndon5478]

I’m exciter for you and hope to see / learn the ways of your work.

[@07Giddyup]

A field I know absolutely nothing about. Looks interesting, good luck with this venture. Ed Vancouver 🇨🇦

[@torg5511]

Congratulations on the quarry! I once contemplated stone masonry as a profession. Didn't do it, but have an appreciation for the craft. You might enjoy Andy Goldsworthy's video River's and Tides. He builds a number of stone installations that are breathtakingly beautiful and has a great respect for the land (his native Scotland).

[@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062]

I was given an Andy Goldsworthy book very early on in my career, and it was very inspiring. I have yet to visit his iconic serpentine wall at the Storm King Art Center.

[@janesmith8641]

I am excited for you. So many possibilities.

[@krispy777]

Here from Morgan’s channel! Good luck with the quarry! Watching from Ontario, Canada!

[@patbecky89]

That's like a kid in a Candy store! That's awsome!! Look forward to follow your Adventures!!

[@BornFreeStayFree]

Morgan sent me, I just watched his live and there were 130ish. Now over 500 subs! That's great! Good luck with your new adventure!!

[@kiradeki3561]

My Buddy Alfred!! He lives on down the road! He's a wizard with machines a genius in blue jeans let's stop and say hello! My Buddy Alfred!! Vermont's best so-and-so! Brick laying engineer surgeon driving heavy gear Ain't nothing he don't know!

[@flyingpigpreserve8562]

Toby Dog sent me. Please wear Snake Boots while working there especially in Spring and Summer. Congratulations and Good Luck with your new endeavor. Can't wait to watch. Peace from WV

[@khevaG]

So happy for you, Alfred! :) Greetings from Europe.

[@lindag4484]

I found this very interesting and enjoyed the history of the quarry and the old photographs. I'm in NH and appreciate all the old dry stone walls (and the skill it took to build them), the granite curbs in town, our granite mailbox post and steps. There's just something about stone. It's forever! Looking forward to more videos. Cheers!

[@maranatha331]

My Buddy Alfred! Wish you the best success in your new endeavor!

[@MRRookie232]

Congratulations on your purchase and best of luck with this new endeavour. It’s great to see you putting yourself out there. PS, I studied engineering and I think you would have been able to add so much more value than the vast majority of my cohort including myself in the field. It’s another reason why I don’t think exorbitant tuition fees are good for society or the individual. Best of luck Alfred 🙌🏿

[@lukeknowles5700]

Wishing you all the best, Alfred.

[@jmflying]

Congrats and wish you well, great job on the video editing.

[@Will-Parr]

This is fascinating. Good luck to you.

[@renedemers8218]

Got sent here by Gold Shaw Farms - I have to say, really love seeing this stuff. Growing up in Barre, the Rock of Ages Quarries were a really familiar sight, so it's so fascinating seeing a smaller-scale operation, versus that degree of industrialization.

[@danielruiz3443]

We came from Morgan’s channel Alfred. We are looking forward to seeing your videos. My wife’s aunt and uncle (now their kids property) had land over in Troy, NH that had an old quarry on it with a pond. We used to go ice skating on it in the winter back in the 70s.

[@MySavingGraceXO]

Can’t wait to see the projects you come up with!

[@maureen8930]

Your Cool fellow very handy in a lot of things , you have great passion for your trade I certainly will be watching 👍👍👍

[@mikevbreugel]

Good luck with the quarry my buddy Alfred. Hope it works out for you!

[@duhduhvesta]

Love to hear more about rocks thank you

[@wakingupcountry]

Congrats on your channel! Morgan has faith in you and what you do. I’m excited to see your journey.

[@ronaldlucas5360]

Hey! Morgan sent me. I was #500. I hope you do well with this new adventure.

[@rennemichaels2706]

Good luck on your new business model.

[@lisabishop133]

My buddy Alfred!!! Just watched the time lapse of Morgan's hoopcoop ,great job!!

[@aliciajones3531]

Very nice humble guy. You deserve success!

[@TheTinkerersWife]

This is fascinating, and very cool too. It's been great seeing your skills on Morgan's channel, so I'm looking forward to seeing what you accomplish over here with your own. Watching with interest from Oregon. ~Patty~

[@langdons2848]

Subscribed and looking forward to seeing more videos and how the quarry develops. (P.S. loved the tractor bucket prank on Morgan - that alone deserved the sub!).

[@OnaMuir]

I grew up in NJ. Visiting cousins in the summer we jumped (!) and swam in a Sussex County quarry. Great memories and rock layers. Enriched my artist's mind and never ending appreciation of nature. Thank you for taking this on and sharing the journey. I wish you great creatively with stone and land. 💪

[@littlebluecloud3433]

Joined up because I really enjoyed you on Gold Shaw Farm's channel with Morgan! So nice to see your subscriptions going up and up and up! Very interested in this content even though I know absolutely nothing about it. Good luck with everything, and I'll be watching along!

[@whitwheeler6769]

Go Toby dog, Alfred! I enjoyed this first (or me) video. Look forward to learning more about stone masonry, about the property, and about you! I also want to know how deep that pond really is!!!

[@justineb1537]

Morgan recommended this channel for me and I think you sound really good on video! I don't know much about quarries but it sounds really cool! Good luck with your venture!

[@MageSkeleton]

My buddy Alfred!!! this video came up as a suggested video and i was wondering if you had a youtube channel. Was hoping you were more the engineering type but stone masonry is neat.

[@littlefayth]

I know this isn't maybe what you thought about doing but smaller offcut stone could be sold to fish/reptile hobbyists