Metal Detecting An Abandoned Ghost Town (With 50 People!)

Hey guys! Metal detecting is something I've always wanted to do at Cerro Gordo. I've tried many times during my stay here, but never fully got the hang of it. But given that Cerro Gordo had so many people living here over so long, there has to be things in the ground!! So to try to unearth any of those artifacts a bit quicker than I could on my own, I invited out 50 viewers of the channel!
It was an absolutely amazing weekend and one that I'll remember for a very long time to come. I hope to have many more group events in the coming years!
A special thanks to Chris Kam and Andre who came out and filmed this, so I could just focus on interacting with everyone!
If you want to be part of a future metal detecting weekend, let me know in the comments below!
You can follow my journey on Instagram: / brentwunderwood
Cerro Gordo T-Shirts and more: store.cerrogordomines.com/
Mailing Address: PO Box 490, Lone Pine, CA 93545
THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!

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  • @GhostTownLiving
    @GhostTownLiving2 жыл бұрын

    Hello everyone!! Thank you so much for checking out the video. I think we need a full metal detecting WEEK to find everything that's left behind here. It's SO much land to cover, 50 people wasn't even enough. Let me know below if you'd be interested in participating in the future or any other group events you think we should do!

  • @cooper3256

    @cooper3256

    2 жыл бұрын

    love the videos brent!

  • @Jbryant93

    @Jbryant93

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hope I can make the next one! I’ve never had so much love for a place such as this especially in California.. lol

  • @codysexton2195

    @codysexton2195

    2 жыл бұрын

    Brent you definitely need to do this again and give more lead time. Im in Tennessee and my dad is big into metal detecting. I would love to do a road trip with him and bring him out for your next event as a surprise. He would love that so much. Keep the videos coming i enjoy them alot.

  • @sgt_dough_nut

    @sgt_dough_nut

    2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing job Brent! Keep up the amazing work!

  • @adventurefj819

    @adventurefj819

    2 жыл бұрын

    Most definitely! It would be cool to make it something you do annually or even semi annually. Make it a tradition :)

  • @wal
    @wal2 жыл бұрын

    The coolest thing about this channel is they way we feel like we are on the expedition with you. Your storytelling method is what makes this so interesting. Great job, keep it up, can't wait to see what happens next!

  • @bykrdood7

    @bykrdood7

    2 жыл бұрын

    YOU BIG DUMMY!! haha cool to see you here sir! Love your videos

  • @Siryn

    @Siryn

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fancy seeing you here. LOL!

  • @1nvisible1

    @1nvisible1

    2 жыл бұрын

    *The artwork on that ring may be of a fifth century or earlier figure. The ring itself may be much newer, what kind of metal is it?*

  • @uncletiggermclaren7592

    @uncletiggermclaren7592

    2 жыл бұрын

    True that. He seems so pleased to be sharing stuff he finds interesting, that it is automatically interesting.

  • @E.Everett

    @E.Everett

    2 жыл бұрын

    at first, i had no interest in mines, or ghost town or stuff like that. but his storytelling is so impressive and calming i watched all his vids and every video he uploads.

  • @robbergstrom943
    @robbergstrom9432 жыл бұрын

    The boys and I had an incredible time metal detecting with you at Cerro Gordo! You’ve awakened a deep interested and passion for them in the history and geology and they are sharing that with their friends and classmates. What an incredible experience and gift. Thank you Brent!

  • @jeffreyallen3796

    @jeffreyallen3796

    2 жыл бұрын

    So awesome!! HATS OFF TO YOU DAD.

  • @melantorja

    @melantorja

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jeffreyallen3796 Dad of the year!

  • @BerraLJ

    @BerraLJ

    2 жыл бұрын

    Looks like you all had a good time up there, the view alone is worth the trip, and i bet those burgers tasted better than any McDonald's one :)

  • @WowJustWow37

    @WowJustWow37

    2 жыл бұрын

    You and your sons are making the best memories!

  • @Menugius
    @Menugius2 жыл бұрын

    As an archaeologist, I have a deep inner hate for metal detectors which I can't even turn off fully when watching this actually wholesome video. Too many people are destroying archaeological sites and stealing the treasures of the past which are so important to understand where we come from because they just want to hunt for their own treasures to take home or sell. PLEASE! If you want to go metal detecting, do respect your local laws! Do not just dig up random artifacts which you know nothing about. If you find something of interest that's not just a tin can or the likes, contact archaeologists. Do not take any found items home with you. And never destroy or vandalize the objects in the ground - seeing their entire context is incredibly important. It's just a thing of respect for the past times and the science. And also... If you get caught stealing or trafficking artifacts, most countries will have some long lists of heavy sentences for you.

  • @d.r.1402

    @d.r.1402

    2 жыл бұрын

    Bumping.

  • @burtgummerVerified
    @burtgummerVerified2 жыл бұрын

    You are the perfect custodian for this property. An amazing life achievement! You are looking healthy and well fed. I appreciate you!!

  • @fatmonet

    @fatmonet

    2 жыл бұрын

    Brent is a former miner reincarnated

  • @jasondvorscak8589
    @jasondvorscak85892 жыл бұрын

    Brent, as a coin collector that 1850 “nickel” is actually a half dime. Still a 5c coin, but they were made of silver back then. People didn’t start calling them nickels until they started making them out of nickel in 1866! Great video. Watched all of them this is the first time I’ve commented

  • @GhostTownLiving

    @GhostTownLiving

    2 жыл бұрын

    Noted! That is really interesting.

  • @nexttsar

    @nexttsar

    2 жыл бұрын

    Actually it turns out it was a dime not even a half dime

  • @justinh6974

    @justinh6974

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nexttsar How do you know that?

  • @the2theonly672

    @the2theonly672

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@justinh6974 it said dime on the coin. They show it later on in the video and call it a dime not a nickel

  • @copperpaigne1873

    @copperpaigne1873

    2 жыл бұрын

    copperpaigne1 from Sudbury nickel capital of the world saying congratulations Brent Underwood great show you deserve all the success and you can tell everybody that was out there was happy and that's a win.

  • @Dog_gone_it
    @Dog_gone_it2 жыл бұрын

    This is the first episode that gave me tears since the hotel burnt down years back. Except this time they were tears of joy. So happy to see these hills alive again after so many years.

  • @bigfamilyaffair
    @bigfamilyaffair2 жыл бұрын

    I got very emotional at how people came together to help in the search for artifacts. It is truly amazing how we can come together and help out to preserve such a historical town. I loved it!

  • @andrewfaukner9973
    @andrewfaukner99732 жыл бұрын

    We had a great time metal detecting! Let's do it again!

  • @w.w.2restorations.vehicles698
    @w.w.2restorations.vehicles6982 жыл бұрын

    Great video!! The "ring" at 9:42 is a Signet Ring and used for sealing an envelope with hot wax, the bust on the face is in negative form. After the author had inserted a letter into an envelope, it was held closed by pouring liquid wax from a candle onto the flap. The face would be pressed into the wax as it cooled making a positive bust on the envelope leaving a nice "personal touch" for the recipient of the letter to enjoy upon receiving it...

  • @auntiecaffeinecrafts9666

    @auntiecaffeinecrafts9666

    2 жыл бұрын

    The seal was more than a nice "personal touch" or a pretty decoration though. An intact seal meant that the letter had not been read by prying eyes along its route to the recipeient. A broken seal meant the opposite. Seals were also often unique so that no one could open the envelope and then reseal it with a similar signet.

  • @w.w.2restorations.vehicles698

    @w.w.2restorations.vehicles698

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@auntiecaffeinecrafts9666 Thanks for that addition AuntiCaffeineCrafts. I forgot to include that bit in my comment...

  • @melantorja

    @melantorja

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@auntiecaffeinecrafts9666 you could heat a seal to read and put it back, real spies did this

  • @auntiecaffeinecrafts9666

    @auntiecaffeinecrafts9666

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@melantorja True! But I think the idea was a lot like the idea is with today and the lick-and-seal envelopes. Most people aren't going to go through all the trouble of heating an envelope over a steaming pot to open it and read it just like most people back in olden times weren't going to go through the difficult process of breakign a seal and painstakingly re-sealing it. The wax seal wasn't a perfect method of ensuring secrecy, but it was a good attempt.

  • @bluebunny1620

    @bluebunny1620

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's fantastic how cool!!!!

  • @jennidoyle
    @jennidoyle2 жыл бұрын

    Those kids are incredible; shout out to our children learning and exploring; it's so important. Also, shout out to everyone involved.

  • @popcorny007

    @popcorny007

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not sure why this comment is identical to the one above it...

  • @eebdea
    @eebdea2 жыл бұрын

    Honestly.. This is the most wholesome community on the entirety of the Internet. Every single video I watch from you just instantly warms my heart beyond belief, really wish I could join you at Cerro Gordo and just live that life of absolute freedom and joy. One day maybe..

  • @melantorja

    @melantorja

    2 жыл бұрын

    same here ! love sharing this feelings with strangers on the internet!

  • @SHGRetro
    @SHGRetro2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Brent, The silver ring that was found is a seal ring. They use them to seal letters with hot wax then press the ring into it leaving their own personal stamp!

  • @GhostTownLiving

    @GhostTownLiving

    2 жыл бұрын

    Very cool! I wonder all the letters that touched.

  • @Snaakie83

    @Snaakie83

    2 жыл бұрын

    Often with a family seal on it.

  • @SHGRetro

    @SHGRetro

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GhostTownLiving What would be really cool is finding one of them letters! You should try it out. Wax won't do it any harm!

  • @TheEnderknight

    @TheEnderknight

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GhostTownLiving It would cool to find out the original owner of the ring.

  • @junipersnow1

    @junipersnow1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey, just for the record....its Brent ;)

  • @reubenj.cogburn8546
    @reubenj.cogburn85462 жыл бұрын

    I'm an old man now, but this really, really reminds me of the connection we had in the late 1960s. This man, and what he he is doing, is a good thing.

  • @nicholasmaxheleau9444

    @nicholasmaxheleau9444

    2 жыл бұрын

    Reuben, we may be old age wise, but our hearts and minds are young. Thank you for your posting. Be Well!

  • @shelleyt7184
    @shelleyt7184 Жыл бұрын

    As a middle aged woman living in Australia with limited funds I probably wont ever get to visit Cerro Gordo but your passion and genuine spirit is truly inspirational. Thank you Brent for being you and bringing this little town to life for all of us to see.

  • @rojaachar
    @rojaachar2 жыл бұрын

    You're such a wonderful person, Brent! You're so selfless. You don't have a drop of greed or selfishness in you! People go greedy and wouldn't trust anyone on their property with a metal director, you did, you let people have their moment. Man, you're a beautiful soul! May God bless you and keep you safe! Loads of love and respect to you, from India ❤️

  • @lauriehill1520
    @lauriehill15202 жыл бұрын

    This event was everything I had hoped it would be... and more! I drove from Southern Idaho to participate. Thank you Brent! Looking forward to another one in the spring time. 👍🏻

  • @aaronwolcott891

    @aaronwolcott891

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hello Laurie 👋... That's nice 😇 So how are you doing?

  • @justinh3d
    @justinh3d2 жыл бұрын

    You should definitely hold an annual (or more often) metal detecting day!

  • @georgemorrison9962

    @georgemorrison9962

    2 жыл бұрын

    And possibly as an activity when people start staying the wheen the hotel is finished. Pretty sure it would take eons to find everything.

  • @humanoid2423

    @humanoid2423

    2 жыл бұрын

    The area is so large it should happen every month Also makes up for good viewing

  • @maksmaso4741
    @maksmaso47412 жыл бұрын

    it is unbelievable that one guy with huge dedication and big hearth can bring whole city back to life...!!!

  • @NeonDreams7
    @NeonDreams72 жыл бұрын

    Metal detecting has always been my Zen. I could spend days out there honestly. I've always been up to find the next hidden thing that we walk over everyday. I'm not in it to keep anything. I give everything I find to either the property owners or on lookers. I love to teach everyone who is curious about the hobby and the science behind it. I'll usually bring a backup detector and hand it to maybe an owner or their kids and teach them about it. I also teach about digging and repecting the land, that is literally more than half of being a responsible detectorist. Love the videos, thanks for sharing!

  • @ZebraFacts
    @ZebraFacts2 жыл бұрын

    While watching this episode I was thinking how interesting it would be if each item found are cataloged with the names of the people that rediscovered them. When the item is displayed for the public, the names of the people that rediscovered them will be honored for their efforts and discovery.

  • @beckyjohnson3153

    @beckyjohnson3153

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes, and also what building or area of Cerro Gordo it was found in as well, as that could tell part of the item's history.

  • @LarryLife
    @LarryLife2 жыл бұрын

    I’m so excited to watch the video! Can’t wait to see me dressed up as the Old Prospector at Cerro Gordo metal detecting!

  • @jojo1308716

    @jojo1308716

    2 жыл бұрын

    Really! That should be fun

  • @DIYAllied

    @DIYAllied

    2 жыл бұрын

    Are you the one in the thumbnail on the right side with the big beard?

  • @ImageThisPhoto

    @ImageThisPhoto

    2 жыл бұрын

    That was cool!

  • @bellyofthebeast6605

    @bellyofthebeast6605

    2 жыл бұрын

    LOL! you were really playing the part!

  • @rickc.4723

    @rickc.4723

    2 жыл бұрын

    That was you? Lol very cool...I was wondering if that was someone in a fake beard or it was really an old timer lol

  • @alexandral6273
    @alexandral62732 жыл бұрын

    THANKS to all the fabulous people who came over to help Brent ‼️ You are like elves helping Santa 😬 Have a wonderful day !

  • @ryanfry1390
    @ryanfry13902 жыл бұрын

    Everyone looked so happy and kind, I love people like that who just always smile, makes me happy

  • @andrewhawking7893
    @andrewhawking78932 жыл бұрын

    What a calm feeling I get every time I watch your videos, Brent. It is honestly the most mellow channel in KZread. No drama, no hysteria, just pure simple joy. Thank you.

  • @audigga4396
    @audigga43962 жыл бұрын

    When I go gold detecting I always find the true gold is the people I meet along the way. It keeps me coming back for more.

  • @Stephen_Eee
    @Stephen_Eee2 жыл бұрын

    DUDE! I know I don't know Brent, but the timber in his voice, and the actions he takes up there make me know he would be a brother. I'm so ecstatic that this happened, I'm like 20 seconds in telling my wife that I thought this was just a one off when you said you'd like to do this, and its happening!!!!

  • @lindseyankers3790
    @lindseyankers37902 жыл бұрын

    Aww Brent, could have watched this over and over, wish it had been longer. Don’t think you realise what a skilled film maker you are. Huge love from North Wales, UK 🤗🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @joshabooth
    @joshabooth2 жыл бұрын

    What an absolute haul. I love how enthusiastic you are about finding all of this stuff. A lot of people might look at it as scrap or junk, but I love how you can look at even the smallest piece of something and understand that it has a story of it's own. Every single object that you find there was handled by someone at some point, and each one of those people started life as a baby, grew older and had stories and memories they gathered throughout their lives. I bet if you told a miner in 1870 that, in the year 2021, someone would be showing their kettle or clock to thousands of people around the world, they'd laugh at you. Even if we don't know their names or their faces, we know they exist through what they left there, and that's what makes what you're doing so special.

  • @yourfriendlyneighbourhoodc8109

    @yourfriendlyneighbourhoodc8109

    2 жыл бұрын

    Explained Perfectly

  • @ImageThisPhoto
    @ImageThisPhoto2 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Been anxious to see how this turned out! Was an awesome trip and worth driving 22 hours for!

  • @GhostTownLiving

    @GhostTownLiving

    2 жыл бұрын

    What an epic drive! Thank you. You're welcome back anytime!

  • @ImageThisPhoto

    @ImageThisPhoto

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@GhostTownLiving thanks Brent! Was awesome meeting you, others and having the opportunity to metal detect. Had an awesome time and will be back when my wife can join next time. BTW, below by the American Hotel while we were chatting, I mentioned finding lotsa of large peices melted Lead. In hindsight, those large chunks could have been melted bars of lead/silver! I left them on the surface and the rain might bring out the shine for an easy find... Hope its silver that was stashed in the Hotel!!!

  • @humanoid2423

    @humanoid2423

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ImageThisPhoto that's awesome man

  • @BadDubII

    @BadDubII

    2 жыл бұрын

    22 hours? wow gg

  • @jgray4997

    @jgray4997

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sheeshhhh, where did you drive from?

  • @angelabernhardt6761
    @angelabernhardt67612 жыл бұрын

    That was just about the coolest thing ever. Very few KZread communities are as interactive as yours is, Brent. It’s so special and unique. I can’t wait to see the next (even bigger) metal detecting gathering you have. That was so fun to watch!

  • @lauraulnye6857
    @lauraulnye68572 жыл бұрын

    The town was sure buzzing with activity. Like the one man said it's almost impossible to metal detect on historical property. This was a great opportunity for them to do without getting in trouble.❤

  • @nickmendes5458
    @nickmendes54582 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic to see the community coming together and life returning to the old town!

  • @GhostTownLiving

    @GhostTownLiving

    2 жыл бұрын

    Agreed! The community is the star of this town and the way it will continue into the future

  • @scarlettardis2018

    @scarlettardis2018

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah hey mate. Makes me happy to know I might be able to visit one-day regardless of it still needing work or not.

  • @elakay4397
    @elakay43972 жыл бұрын

    The table was full of the past...so cool...if those things could talk. Love what your doing Brent. Have fun, all who's there.

  • @SimandDriver
    @SimandDriver2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome to see the younger crowd out there and their level of excitement and involvement. The educational value alone is immeasurable. #historyiscool

  • @bigthd2044
    @bigthd20442 жыл бұрын

    100% behind you Brett. Thank you for sharing your adventures with the world. Big love from South Africa.

  • @gunnar_langemark
    @gunnar_langemark2 жыл бұрын

    I love everything about this and your channel. You're creating community in so many ways: In your ghost town, in the local area, among KZreadrs and in the world. It's simply amazing.

  • @GhostTownLiving

    @GhostTownLiving

    2 жыл бұрын

    Love that! Thank you. It is so cool to see the community around this town.

  • @ydnallah1541
    @ydnallah15412 жыл бұрын

    That seal ring is cool, the guy who owned it must’ve been of some importance to be sealing letters with his crest and initials

  • @Indoor_Man
    @Indoor_Man2 жыл бұрын

    Brent, thank you so much for what you do. When I'm going through a hard time I can watch your channel and feel much better. Keep it up man. You're passion is such a positive one. Whether you realize it or not, just being you with your passion helps people from far away.

  • @chadmiller7460
    @chadmiller74602 жыл бұрын

    Brent, I got a mailer to be a Nielson Family. They asked about my favorite programming and I wrote in KZread Ghost Town Living. Awesome stuff, so happy to share what you share with me

  • @angelafender
    @angelafender2 жыл бұрын

    Those kids are amazing. Shout out to our kids learning an exploring. So important. Shout out to all the people involved.

  • @dtrio3996
    @dtrio39962 жыл бұрын

    You really have to make the museum fire proof!

  • @Brandon84J
    @Brandon84J2 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on making a ghost town live once again. I appreciate seeing the history

  • @johnathonkraska
    @johnathonkraska2 жыл бұрын

    Great job Brent, I love how you get everyone involved. Life truly is all about our connection to each other and you facilitate that with your resurrection of our great history. Thank you!

  • @mateoandrews7609
    @mateoandrews76092 жыл бұрын

    DUDE! You might want to do this again and make it a series. I'd definitely watch all of it. Please make it a recurring event!

  • @kenwalker1111
    @kenwalker11112 жыл бұрын

    What we’re witnessing with this event, and truly from Brent’s complete endeavor over these last 2 years is the physical manifestation of a new message to humanity: “What is most valuable requires seeking deep inside”. From the courageous exploration of deep mine shafts to the resurrection of historical buildings and stories, he’s showing us that the surface level life most of us tend to lead is great for staying busy and appearing productive, but it is generally accomplishing little with any deep meaning to the soul. It’s incredibly inspiring to see someone so positive, so compassionate, so dedicated, and so sure of his mission.

  • @Circlewisewoman01

    @Circlewisewoman01

    2 жыл бұрын

    Very well said!

  • @siscoismyhomey

    @siscoismyhomey

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nailed it, this is why I enjoy it so much.

  • @coralreefer98
    @coralreefer982 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so so much for sharing the excitement of finding a piece of history and speculating on how it got there and what it went through, whose hands have carried it with them. It brings me so much joy even seeing children being able to partake in this! Thank you so much for sharing the history of Cerro Gordo and your experiences! Please take care of yourself and be safe! I am so glad I getting watch these videos, I haven't been able to work in over a year due to fainting and unexplained weight loss and pain. I really hope to one day be able to spend a day exploring Cero Gordo! By the way, I LOOOOVE your farm! What a dream! I can't wait to see all of your animals in a video again!

  • @marktompkinstreasurehunter4363
    @marktompkinstreasurehunter43632 жыл бұрын

    It looks like everyone had a great time. I wish I didn't live so far away. Keep up the great work at preserving history.

  • @brendanshank2299
    @brendanshank22992 жыл бұрын

    4:00-4:30 “sometimes people don’t let you come and metal detect on their property. So this seemed like a great opportunity” so sweet and such a true statement I love this community that you’ve built and I can’t wait till I have the opportunity to come out one day keep up the great work!!!

  • @neilLLLLL
    @neilLLLLL2 жыл бұрын

    You should think about this as a long-term plan. Do it a few times a year around the same times so people can plan around it. Set up grids on a map and keep everyone together and extensively sweep each grid before moving to the next section. Maybe even having 2 sweeps, 1 for non-ferrous and the second for ferrous metals. This way it will only take a few years (depending on how often you do this) to sweep every inch of the town and surroundings. Can't wait for your big metal detector treasure find video that's coming soon! Keep up the good work!

  • @yourfriendlyneighbourhoodc8109

    @yourfriendlyneighbourhoodc8109

    2 жыл бұрын

    This would definitely be something that will contribute to the revival of the town at some point in the future

  • @shawnmason5290

    @shawnmason5290

    2 жыл бұрын

    You could simply give them utility wire markers those orange blue yellow white cheap flags and number them with each participants given number. Then the participant writes down a more specific number for discussing in the future that person 43 found item 27 and it was a nickel and that could be a way you could go back and grid I don’t know

  • @MrGame31373
    @MrGame313732 жыл бұрын

    the stories that you tell what makes this channel special. and letting ppl come up and help is so refreshing. cant wait till the hotel is built!

  • @johnbarron4843
    @johnbarron48432 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for inviting us! It was the best time of our lives! The weather was perfect.

  • @ScotsBeats
    @ScotsBeats2 жыл бұрын

    Metal detecting is a great hobby, first time I ever went out into just a random field that someone gave me permission to use, I found a coin token from 1849 which was used by employers to pay their staff which allowed the employees to spend the tokens in the mills. In the same field I found a royal artillery button from WW1, managed to trace back that they had used the area as training. It’s about the finding out the history behind the items after finding them, and your in a great place for some brilliant history finds! Enjoy your new hobby!

  • @nickw7619
    @nickw76192 жыл бұрын

    Your videos give me hope in humanity when I start to lose it... living in a city and my line of work I really get 'stuck' sometimes into a mindset that people are bad at heart. Even though all your videos do each Sunday before I go back to work, this video left me especially recharged for the week. Thanks for making them, it's one of the small things that makes my week! And to everyone that got a chance to go to the first one, lucky you! I wish I wasn't on the other side of the country. You guys are AWESOME!!!

  • @Califoreigners
    @Califoreigners2 жыл бұрын

    Looked like such a great weekend. Hope to make it up there someday, so amazing to watch the town and the support around it grow!

  • @djberkey5449
    @djberkey54492 жыл бұрын

    I could seriously listen to you weave your stories around and thru Cero Gordo 24/7! The universe sure knew knew what it was doing when it found you to take over and love Cero Gordo the way you do! Hurray for a wonderful weekend for all of you! Job well done! ❤️

  • @AzngameFreak03
    @AzngameFreak032 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE seeing a father and son spending time together. Such a great situation to observe and appreciate.

  • @nexiontech935
    @nexiontech9352 жыл бұрын

    This channel has to be hands down the best channel i have ever found! Brent you are a true hero and preserver of history long forgotten!

  • @humanoid2423

    @humanoid2423

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely mate Him & foresty forest are the best people on KZread

  • @astartea2002
    @astartea20022 жыл бұрын

    That was such a Great idea and made all those people sooo happy .you made alot.of friends God bless you

  • @tomortale2333
    @tomortale23332 жыл бұрын

    people show up to help brett an are soo honest an give him whatever they found..i think brett brings out the best in alll the people who show up.

  • @BirdDogg
    @BirdDogg2 жыл бұрын

    Great work guys. Sometime soon I’ll bring some of the big dogs from the detecting community up and hopefully add a few more pages to the history. Keep after it!

  • @seyance9820
    @seyance98202 жыл бұрын

    You should put a card next to each piece and note the date and who found it, that would be cool to see and new memories to be made from the artifacts for all the participants.

  • @daytimedreaming8307

    @daytimedreaming8307

    2 жыл бұрын

    Or even a video record/documentation/file saved on a cd/dvd that keeps a permanent record of every person contributing to Cerro Gordo. Could be sort of a Cerro Gordo 'year book' video-ized !!

  • @tstoneami
    @tstoneami2 жыл бұрын

    Participatory archeology. This is so great to see the sense of community.

  • @Deluxual
    @Deluxual2 жыл бұрын

    It’s so amazing seeing you bounce back after the fire Brent! Keep up the amazing story telling & content!cheers

  • @ReadAndReturn
    @ReadAndReturn2 жыл бұрын

    There's something really special about what you have done out there these last 2 years in Cerro Gordo. I'm so happy for you that people are coming out to help and make new memories in your town. Thank you for all your dedication and hard work. It's super inspiring.

  • @joesmoe71
    @joesmoe712 жыл бұрын

    Just up the road from where I've lived most of my life is a nature trail that I still walk down every once in a while, with the few small exceptions of some conspicuously placed stones there was no visible evidence that the area had ever been anything but forest. I'm 50 and only maybe 10 years ago I found out that there used to be an old saw mill, a gunsmith and a stone cutter whom used to have their businesses out there, so for the heck of it I bought a metal detector and took a look.I ended up finding what may have been either a well or a privy and found several objects near it including a flat button in the loose stone lining that had clearly been lost by the person whom built it, it's well over 150 years old if not much older. I have a suspicion that area is where the stone cutter used to work as I THINK I may have found part of a stone splitting wedge, which is pretty cool because he was the man whom carved many of the town's gravestones as well as other historic stone structures that are well over 200 years old. I also found part of an unusually small horseshoe that must have been on something like a pony or donkey, it was near the well/privy that given how deep it was was also extremely old and probably belonged to the stone cutter or whomever used that spot. Long story short there's something particularly satisfying about rediscovering links to a previously unknown past, especially when all visible evidence on the surface is gone like it is on that nature trail, it's like statements from people from the distant past announcing "we were here, we were real"

  • @yourfriendlyneighbourhoodc8109

    @yourfriendlyneighbourhoodc8109

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing!!!

  • @seannicholl5196

    @seannicholl5196

    2 жыл бұрын

    I found a log stamping hammer in my michigan woods and was able to trace the stamp back to a German immigrant, ended up there was a whole town lost in the woods over time. Lots of awesome artifacts

  • @chrisdaniels3929

    @chrisdaniels3929

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's awesome. I know the feeling of amazement and wonder, thinking what people used to do there. On the way into the town rubbish tip is a sad, neglected looking building which it turns out is an Elizabethan manor house. Not far away the beauty spot car park turns out to be where there was a factory in the 1700s, at the start of the industrial revolution. It was attacked in a riot and didn't last long!

  • @MillsSkits
    @MillsSkits2 жыл бұрын

    This must have been so much fun! I look forward to watching more videos of people using metal detectors there.

  • @BillyBats773
    @BillyBats7732 жыл бұрын

    These people will live their lives never forgetting that moment they met people that share the same passion as them. Some or most might have never met each other and they might connect for future endeavors of exploring. You did this man! Bringing the common folk woman, man, kids etc all together for a really special thing. Just the willingness to explore and do something different. Start a new hobby. Amazing.

  • @nblack6591
    @nblack65912 жыл бұрын

    I love watching the town getting rebuilt with the new people. They feel the same as you do. Also I thought it was great of other you tuber (Heavy D ) coming up and helping with the American hotel and the truck donation (army truck). All of those things keep me watching. The metal detecting was the icing on the cake. Great fun for the whole family.... TY Good Luck Brett, I am a fan😁 You know that the Ghost Adventure team (Travel Channel)did a show on your town too.

  • @Trentenkelley
    @Trentenkelley2 жыл бұрын

    Brent, it was great to meet you a few weeks ago! I was so stoked to, quite literally, stumble upon Cerro Gordo and run into when I had already seen your videos! I didn't put everything together until we were talking for a few minutes! I'm excited to see the progression and would love to volunteer one day when I make it out there next! If you want any architectural assistance, hit me up!

  • @DoKsTa1
    @DoKsTa12 жыл бұрын

    So glad i found this channel, Living in Australia and seeing the love n compassion you have for this town make myself n my wife want to be apart of your adventure into bringing a new sence of life to it, we just love what you bring to the channel, We'd give our eye teeth to be able to come and do some detecting in Cerro gordo. thks for sll you do...

  • @CarswithNash
    @CarswithNash2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing finds! Very well preserved as well considering they were underground for that long.

  • @denniscasey986
    @denniscasey9862 жыл бұрын

    I discovered GOLD, Ghost town Living. A truly rich prize. Thank you Brett

  • @saratiga8786
    @saratiga87862 жыл бұрын

    Considering the potential worth (personally or in money) of Artefacts in the Museum orthose to be added in the future, I think some kind of security system wouldnt be bad at some point.

  • @l.o29
    @l.o292 жыл бұрын

    Brent you are my 6 year old sons idol, he loves to watch all the new episodes! Thank you Brent for putting out so much positivity into the world and letting littles explore with you, you impact so many in such a good way. Thank you this is the best channel in our opinion on KZread.

  • @ImageThisPhoto

    @ImageThisPhoto

    2 жыл бұрын

    Brent is genuine! I was very blessed to be able to hang with him for the day!

  • @MNorris1985
    @MNorris19852 жыл бұрын

    Cerro Gordo is on my bucket list. To be a part to any of it would be an honor, to meet you, explore, camp, ride the trails, help build, metal detecting granted I've never gotten into that would be fun. I think doing big events like this would bring so much artifacts back. Help preserve the history. I'd say one of the greatest things is that you have tackled so many things you've never done before. So great to see the following grow.

  • @SilentKnight43
    @SilentKnight432 жыл бұрын

    I really liked your analogy of how one more sweep with the metal detector must've been what the miners went through looking for gold or silver. Sometimes that last pass just when you want to quit turns out to be fruitful. Continue to love the channel and your efforts at Cerro Gordo. Someday hope to visit and do some photography. Keep up the passion!

  • @jessiealathea1586
    @jessiealathea15862 жыл бұрын

    Oh my, my father would absolutely love this. He lives in VT and I live in South Florida, and this would be the best adventure for us to come together. If you decide to have another, please add me to the list!

  • @CindyOrangeNeely
    @CindyOrangeNeely2 жыл бұрын

    I know I'll never get to visit Cerro Gordo, but I've fallen in love with it through your videos! I can see the love and passion you have for this beautiful place on your face when you talk about it. You're doing such a wonderful job!!!!

  • @tommyflagg9029
    @tommyflagg90292 жыл бұрын

    It’s been very pleasant watching the progress over the years, congratulations!

  • @claramullen
    @claramullen2 жыл бұрын

    That is amazing Brent and to find people who respect the history of a place like Cerro Gordo is also amazing I hope you are now going to take up metal detecting.

  • @shaunandsqueak
    @shaunandsqueak2 жыл бұрын

    Heya Brent Shaun here all the way from little ol New Zealand! :) Just wanted to say Im lovin the adventures and trials and tribulations you are finding and facing while you rebuild and uncover the lives of these old buggers stuck out in the middle of nowhere!! Man what a life!! Thankyou for bringing it to us and preserving it for future generations!! Man was I hopeful I might of won your give away ring haha what an absolutely awesome idea that was! sadly it wasn't to be...I hope whoever did get it will cherish it. good to see the other you tubers getting in and helping too! Anyways Cheers to you and yours and keep up the good work and I shall watch from afar and marvel at the awesomeness that is your life and world!! :)

  • @alexmetz6885
    @alexmetz6885 Жыл бұрын

    One of my favorite episodes. Being an avid detectorist myself, sometimes the hobby gets cast in a bad light. This just goes to show the kindness and love for history most in the hobby have. Thank you and keep up the best channel on KZread. You are a Rock Star!!

  • @gaelenecole4053
    @gaelenecole40532 жыл бұрын

    This was incredible to watch With everyone who came up to keep the dream alive .. your passion and drive has me hooked to want to watch more ❤️ I’ve binge watched to come up to speed 🤣🤣🤣 I feel like I’m with you on your adventures even though I’m from a far off land down in New Zealand Bless you Brent 🙏

  • @jutau
    @jutau2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing to see everyone setting out to add to the town's lost history.

  • @susanalbone5101
    @susanalbone51012 жыл бұрын

    What a great Idea, it certainly keeps the town alive and it’s exciting for the people who visit. Well done. ❤️ Dorset, UK

  • @depthsofhistory
    @depthsofhistory2 жыл бұрын

    I wanna come next time :))

  • @KarinaTheDreama
    @KarinaTheDreama Жыл бұрын

    You know, Brent? Words cannot describe the elation I feel watching your videos. It keeps my spirit going & so many others. & I think when u have gatherings it awakens the spirits that have passed on whom had a strong connection there. The place & you become more alive & restored. I love ya!❤🎉😊

  • @scarlettardis2018
    @scarlettardis20182 жыл бұрын

    I'm really happy for all of you that got to visit and help dig up the history of the place's past. Well done all.

  • @karenbransome6978
    @karenbransome69782 жыл бұрын

    How amazing. What a wonderful community of people. I hope you all had a wonderful time up there. Trying not to feel jealous as I would so love to visit one day. I’m so pleased for you Brent. You are truly blessed with all the support you have. Hugs 🤗 xx

  • @dianemackey
    @dianemackey Жыл бұрын

    You are amazing Brent! What a fantastic idea, so much life on the mountain, looking for the past. I am floored by the distance people traveled to be there, and I especially loved that a dad had his two sons there, learning about history and it's importance. You may live alone at Cerro Gordo, but you are not alone in your quest to revive this mountain town.

  • @colincrispin7239
    @colincrispin72392 жыл бұрын

    You’re enthusiasm is truly infectious, one can feel it coming through every one of your videos. From England a great big thank you for your insightful videos, I look forward to your next one. PS, great idea for the recent metal detecting and for future metal detecting on a larger scale.

  • @MrPixof
    @MrPixof2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad I found your channel a few months ago, this kind of video genuinely feels good

  • @willthornsbury2913
    @willthornsbury29132 жыл бұрын

    Brent I saw that the latest weather models show upwards of 100 inches of Snow over the next nine days in the mountains of California. Keep those animals all snug and warm.

  • @markvanderstelt8999

    @markvanderstelt8999

    2 жыл бұрын

    yup it is about to get nasty out.

  • @thephilippinesadventurer2983
    @thephilippinesadventurer29832 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely brilliant. Im from the UK not your country yet somehow I feel connected to this beautiful place. Your videos are amazing and I always look forward every new one you upload. One of my bucket list is to visit that place and stay in the hotel when it's built. Thank you so much for the great content.

  • @saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560
    @saintracheljarodm.holy-kay25602 жыл бұрын

    That's really awesome of everyone. That ring isn't just a ring with something carved into it, it's a signet ring. It was used with candle wax, melted on to a letter or document and pressed into the wax, the initials are whom it belonged too 🤔, very nice finds.

  • @saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560

    @saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560

    2 жыл бұрын

    Have a merry Christmas and God bless amen.

  • @fireman323_
    @fireman323_2 жыл бұрын

    This was one of my fav episodes… There is something in our dna to treasure hunt, and dig, strange thing but true

  • @enduringhope6859
    @enduringhope68592 жыл бұрын

    Would loved to have seen everything on that table!! 😃

  • @deborahmolenda2112
    @deborahmolenda21122 жыл бұрын

    Brent, hats off to your awesome organic approach to bring folks together an explore Cerro Gordo! Blessings in every direction, truly! Thanks for all you do an the smiles forthcoming!

  • @jacqbeaton145
    @jacqbeaton1452 жыл бұрын

    I been watching you since day 1 & I can’t believe how much you woke that town up. You’re the perfect person for that place