Weird Waters! Something Strange Happened While Prospecting in Washington State

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  • @GSProspecting
    @GSProspecting 9 місяців тому +9

    😂 the last time the law man came out there on my he didn't know anything 🤣😂. I had to tell him that we were good with all hand tools 😁. Great info fam. Keep on having fun getting that Au and living the dream. Gold Squad Out 🤠

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks brother! And yes, the intent for sure wasn’t towards anyone LEO in particular…. More just against the laws in general. Glad you liked it and sadly the making fun was based in truth. Much love dude!

  • @OpenSpaceWellness
    @OpenSpaceWellness 9 місяців тому +7

    What a great example of the carp we have to put up with as miners.
    Thanks for sharing
    🙏❤️🌲

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      I appreciate the comment and view OpenSpace! These really are trying times currently in this state with the rules. I’m
      Hoping commonsense can come back.

    • @lizmeixsell9320
      @lizmeixsell9320 9 місяців тому +1

      Hi uncle jon

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому

      @@lizmeixsell9320hey hey! I know who this is ;)

    • @jeffbaltzell3595
      @jeffbaltzell3595 7 місяців тому +1

      Carp? Plenty of them fishes in Moses Lake. Go fishing.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  7 місяців тому

      @jeffbaltzell3595 I bet the carp are massive in Moses Lake!

  • @OnlyPansMJIRL
    @OnlyPansMJIRL 9 місяців тому +4

    This is an excellent video stoney. Very well done

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks MJ! I’m glad you like it! It was a lot of fun. Too bad I got kicked out that day… 😂😂😂

  • @DoggoneGold
    @DoggoneGold 9 місяців тому +3

    You never know who you will run into out prospecting! I was waiting for you two to throw down!! I think you handled it pretty well and didnt forget to wave! 🤣🤣

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому

      Thanks brother! I think I handled it well too 😂😂😂 Keep your head on a swivel as they say :)

  • @sonnyrico
    @sonnyrico 9 місяців тому +6

    Yup, dont dig a hole on the beach either, thats just for sand castles and people to drive there oil dripping diesel trucks on and trashy familys to throw fast food wrappers on.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +3

      Ain’t that the friggin truth! Nothing I did in this video was exaggerated. It’s the complete truth and just like what you said. We’re held accountable when everyone else can trash and destroy what we try to protect. We’ve gone so backwards in this state. Go figure…

  • @Pa.PatriotProspecting
    @Pa.PatriotProspecting 9 місяців тому +3

    😆😂🤣 you didn't even get to run your bucket... And you left the bucket shovel and the classifier... 😆😂🤣

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      Hahaha! Good observation! I let Wild Bill play with it! He’ll have better luck than me anyway :)

  • @mohammednovalija
    @mohammednovalija 9 місяців тому +3

    9 minutes went in 9 seconds - Loved it.
    Would be a shame if under 5 thousand viewers not stumble across this tape.
    Almost makes me want to have another go at editing , except the amount of time spent and necessary is still fresh in my mind.
    I feel I need to reward you in some way , just remind me in a week in case Life buries this tape deep in Cyberspace.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +2

      Mo! I finally got a positive response!!! Now my day is complete! Thanks man! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I had fun doing it for sure, but also wanted to drive home some important points about the over regulated business that is prospecting in Washington state. I just pointed out 2 rules… there are 44 pages worth… yes, 44 pages! It’s unreal. You’re also correct that it will only be scene by 100 people but that’s ok… these are the 100 people that need and or want to see it which I’m totally good with! Appreciate you again Mo! I’ll remind you in a week…. Maybe just drop my name in your next tape or talk about the rules in Australia… I’d be curious about that as well :) love ya man!

    • @mohammednovalija
      @mohammednovalija 9 місяців тому +2

      @@StoneyCreekSparkchaser I will give you a shoutout next tape if I remember - but be prepared for a loss of 500 or so Subscribers.
      But think about this - It's better to be Loved by 1 person than to be liked by 100.
      Likeability comes and goes - Love is eternal. If it doesn't pan out that way , then it wasn't Love.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +2

      I’m prepared kind sir! Lol! I’m not scared! And you’re absolutely right… beloved loved by 1 is genuine. I couldn’t have said it better myself. Oh and my apologies with finding zero gold on this one…. But now that I think about it… that’s what usually happens anyway, so we’re good! 😂😂😂

  • @Ltn.Immelmann
    @Ltn.Immelmann 9 місяців тому +2

    Brilliant video idea mate. This is the last video I watched that day. And it was the best. I still have to laugh. I nominate you for your next Oscar nomination 😅👍🤠

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      That’s Peter! I really appreciate that and I’m really glad you enjoyed it. I’ve watched it multiple times myself and had an absolute blast doing it… There’s one thing though, I wish it was all fake and that I was joking the entire time, unfortunately that’s not the case and this is how it really could be… Anyhow. Thanks again my friend and thanks for coming by :)

    • @Ltn.Immelmann
      @Ltn.Immelmann 9 місяців тому +1

      Comedy and real life are not that far away. I understand it. We have the same problems here@@StoneyCreekSparkchaser

  • @Pa.PatriotProspecting
    @Pa.PatriotProspecting 9 місяців тому +2

    4:42 😆😂🤣 Johnny Law!! The Feds are here...😮

  • @collinmc90
    @collinmc90 9 місяців тому +3

    hahaha this reminds me of when the hippies build the rock towers all over creeks like. "leave no trace" my ass. You bet I'm kickin those towers down haha.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +2

      Hahaha Collin! You’re def not wrong man! Like wtf right. I plan on doing more of these because most of the rules in there make absolute no sense and target the wrong demographic. Keep it real my friend and I do appreciate the comment and support!

  • @jeffersonstategold8349
    @jeffersonstategold8349 9 місяців тому +3

    You said DickTate!

  • @YukonCornelius42
    @YukonCornelius42 8 місяців тому +1

    This is awesome. Great video!

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  8 місяців тому +1

      Much love Jordan! Much appreciated and thank you for the kind words. Although I’m joking… I’m kind of not :) lol. Thanks for the comment and support again!

  • @hoborobprospecting
    @hoborobprospecting 9 місяців тому +2

    LMAO!!! What a hilarious video

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому

      Thanks Hobo Rob! Super stoked you liked it. It was fun, but sadly it’s true :( much love brother! Keep rockin’

  • @ReaggyBauer
    @ReaggyBauer 7 місяців тому +2

    Just tell em you're rockhounding for some garnets

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  7 місяців тому +1

      That’s right Reaggy! Lol. Or just just swimming enjoying the great outdoors!

  • @Goldhunter7769
    @Goldhunter7769 6 місяців тому +1

    Man that was genius! 😂😂
    The rules are absolutely ridiculous. Basically I just stay away from motorized and then use common sense.
    Great production all around!

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  6 місяців тому +1

      Thanks buddy! I had a lot of fun with that one and I’m really glad you enjoyed the show!!! 🤣

  • @manayt808
    @manayt808 9 місяців тому +1

    Hahaha 😂 love it braddah made me laugh 😂 great video when the law comes I'm out lol jk 😅 definitely learn about some rules out there. "BYE!!!!😅😂😅 much love and Aloha braddah

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому

      Dude thanks man! It was fun and I’m glad you liked it. But everything is true and some of that stuff is just ridiculous as you already know… and yes, the laws appearance is my favorite as well :)

  • @OnlyPansMJIRL
    @OnlyPansMJIRL 9 місяців тому +1

    I freaking love this😂😂 damn dammners

  • @supabiscuit
    @supabiscuit 8 місяців тому +1

    Catching up on your channel….dream may is boss

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  8 місяців тому +2

      It is man! I love using it!

    • @supabiscuit
      @supabiscuit 8 місяців тому +2

      Just finishing the video… I love the style of humor and the sound effects used for Joe blo….keep up the great wirk

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  8 місяців тому +1

      lol! Thanks brother! It was a lot of fun! Glad you liked it!

  • @ramsessilent
    @ramsessilent 9 місяців тому +3

    i wish i was back there ! love washtion. but the new rules are stupid! that passed wisconsin on stupid and thats hard to do! thanks for the share! stay awesome!

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +2

      Ramses! Dude how’s it going my friend? And I agree rules make absolute no sense and I’m tired of it… it’s time to call out this nonsense in the best way I know possible! Super appreciate you my friend!

    • @ramsessilent
      @ramsessilent 9 місяців тому +1

      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser I woke up with a pulse. So I'm ahead of the game! I could complain but why whine if I'm winning!

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +2

      True word spoken there dude! Good for you :)

  • @pick4u2
    @pick4u2 3 місяці тому +1

    meanwhile lumber compaines can make a road across streams, clear cut all the land and not required to install any erosion control, though some actually do, especially around spring heads, but still, all the top soil washes away and the land becomes barren and desolate

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  3 місяці тому +1

      Hey Danny! Thanks for getting my point about this video. Most agree with me, but some call me a whiner and other things for doing this. I was just trying to prove a few points, and try to have some fun doing it! Peace brother!

    • @pick4u2
      @pick4u2 3 місяці тому +1

      @@StoneyCreekSparkchaser before 2008 I worked for a land surveying company doing erosion control plans, road design, and subdivision plans, then cam oblowme and passed so many regulations that there was no way to comply, just the paperwork involved increased to 3 24x36 pages of required information, no way to even put a price on that, and then the market crashed and I was unemployed, something has to change, heavy pans brother man, still love watching your show

  • @VendettaProspecting
    @VendettaProspecting 9 місяців тому +3

    That’s not a Rock, it’s a Stoney

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      Be like Bill… it’ll all work out better for all of us! 😂😂😂 you da man!

  • @jasonstuart9382
    @jasonstuart9382 8 місяців тому +1

    Im in WA also last year a "game warden" questioned me and I started spitting law at him and he quickly let me be on my way. He didn't know any of the law😂

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  8 місяців тому +2

      Hey Jason! Appreciate the comment and yea I totally get what you are saying. This per say wasn’t attacking LEO’s… it was more shedding light on some of the laws, lol. I hope you liked it! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @t.repadventures45
    @t.repadventures45 9 місяців тому +1

    Dang, if only the girls were there to protect you! Awesome video, love how you handle the 'politics'. I intended to lobby for outdoor enthusiasts and elder care issues when I finally got over there. Oh well. I guess I can always run for office here... lol

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому

      T.Rep! Thanks man and I hope you do go for change! We need people to make change. Politics are one thing, but when we restrict one hobby versus another, we’ve lost our good will. Wild Bill can ruin a water system and not get reprimanded, but I can step a toe in the water. Those are real active rules right now and I only called out 2 rules from a
      44 page book. lol. Anyhow, I appreciate you spending some time with me, commenting and supporting!
      I massively appreciate it :)

  • @OccasionalOutlaw
    @OccasionalOutlaw 9 місяців тому +1

    At the beginning when you said someone else is here and "UhOh, I thought it was Sasquatch. Great video brother. Dam

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      Hey thanks Occasional Outlaw! I sure wish it was Bigfoot versus the 2 yahoo’s I had to deal with that day… if I learned one thing… its to be more like Wild Bill. He knows what’s up! Glad you liked it man. It was fun doing and want to do more :)

  • @johnbutler5208
    @johnbutler5208 6 місяців тому +1

    Great channel. That stream would be great for generating electricity also

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  6 місяців тому +1

      You know, I thought about that. It would be good for the winter but in the summer, it gets pretty low. But either way, I could do something!

  • @michaelripley4528
    @michaelripley4528 9 місяців тому +1

    🤣‼️Duuuude🤣!!!

  • @mbraden66
    @mbraden66 7 місяців тому +1

    I’ve just started panning. Haven’t found much of anything. I think I have too much flow in my sluice so may change some stuff around. Not sure I am digging in the right spots but it seems right. After bedrock where the water would swirl.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  7 місяців тому +1

      Michael! Welcome to prospecting! Just keep trying and asking those questions. It’s how we learn. I’ll be putting some really good videos out these next few weeks so make sure and stand by and see them. There’s one you definitely don’t want to miss (March 29th). What kind of sluice are you using? And I completely agree with spots looking right but having no gold. That happens more often than not. Sometimes you have to try somewhere new and give it a shot. I’ve found good where it shouldn’t be. Gold is always where you find it, not where you sometimes think it is. Anyhow, welcome to the channel and I appreciate the comment and support :) Good luck out there!

    • @mbraden66
      @mbraden66 7 місяців тому +1

      @@StoneyCreekSparkchaser Sluice Fox is what I am using. It's light, so easy to get in and out. Actually getting in and out has been a bit of a learning experience as well. Added a backpack after the first time. The sluice fits inside along with just about everything else. Have to figure out what to do with the classifiers, but will probably use some sort of cord to the backpack. They don't stack neatly, so they are bulky to try and carry them and buckets in one hand, so you have to make multiple trips.
      I'll be 58 in May and had kidney cancer last year so I am way, way out of shape. But getting out is actually helping. So that's good.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  7 місяців тому +1

      @mbraden66 First off, im so glad you are doing better! Cancer is no joke and it’s good that you are getting out and moving around. Good for the body and mind.
      As for your equipment. This is probably the hardest part of prospecting. I’ve tried so many different pieces when I first got in and wasted so much money. After years of panning, playing and trying, I’ve finally come up with my core list of equipment. I made a video about it a few months back listing my top 10 pieces. If you haven’t checked it out, give it a shot. I wish I had that info when I first started.
      Having said that, do what makes you comfortable and as long as you’re having fun… that’s all that matters. I’m no professional but I just hope my trials and tribulations through the years, help people not make the same mistakes I did.
      I think my biggest mistake was my sluice. I used my Keene for ever, but as soon as I started using Dream Mat, I fell in love and will never use anything else. The simplicity and ease of use of bar none the best and the recovery rates are astounding.
      Anyhow, I’m just glad you’re back up and running! Now it’s nature turn to reward you and help you heal!

    • @mbraden66
      @mbraden66 7 місяців тому +1

      @@StoneyCreekSparkchaser Thanks, I am down in Vancouver. There is a place in Beaverton, OR I went to which had a multi level sluice which I purchased for home. This allows me to classify, run the dirt through the sluice on the river then bring the clean up home and run it through the one at the house. Which is set up at the right flow, angles, etc. It also allows me just to go fill up a bucket and bring it home if I wanted to.
      When we got down to the river last weekend and I was pulling the stuff out of the backpack I was trying to figure out what was making the top flap pocket so heavy. I opened it up and had 8 or so waterproof glove sets in there. I forgot to take them out. I wanted them in the car, but not down at the river.
      There are other things like a hiking stick set. My wife and I only use one of each so going to leave the 2nd ones in the car. Little things like that. The grade down to the river is pretty steep.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  7 місяців тому

      @mbraden66 sounds good Michael! I always over pack as well and by the time I get to my spot, I’m like, why the heck did I bring this with me. lol. Happens to all of us. Like I said, whatever gets you out and enjoying the hobby is good with me!!! I hope you find a big ole nugget here soon. I’m still on the hunt for mine :) I feel this is the year!

  • @stanlande3753
    @stanlande3753 8 місяців тому +1

    Some people are just real assholes. Hahaha!

  • @americaswildestprospector
    @americaswildestprospector 2 місяці тому +1

    O boy, you should see when when I go prospecting, I dress up as a old time prospector with fake beard and wig and all.

  • @TheWasatchGearReview
    @TheWasatchGearReview 2 місяці тому +1

    Eff the government overreach! I do what I want.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  2 місяці тому +2

      Campfires & Coffee. I hear ya my friend. I've been saying this for years. Thanks for stopping by :)

  • @hickdude311
    @hickdude311 9 місяців тому +1

    Just go far enough out where they won’t go. In my experience, most of them don’t like to have to walk very far from their truck.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      HickDude! I just spit my coffee out reading your comment! Lol! That made my morning! Thanks for the comment and support! Super appreciate you.

  • @bibbidi_bobbidi_bacons
    @bibbidi_bobbidi_bacons 29 днів тому +1

    Wonder how many of them got buried in the woods never seen again

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  29 днів тому +1

      Didn't you help me that one time.... lol! Next time I'll give you a call! Hahah. Super appreciate the comment and support

  • @mcvidzone5670
    @mcvidzone5670 9 місяців тому +1

    HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA...who woulda known I raised a comedic actor. However, rules are rules I guess - even the rather silly sections. Helps keep Washington state a nature haven.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому

      🤣 I’m glad you liked it! And trust me, I’m not against the rules and I understand why we have them, we just need more commonsense laws and them to be more fair and balanced. :)

  • @lizmeixsell9320
    @lizmeixsell9320 9 місяців тому +1

    Hi

  • @rsnell22
    @rsnell22 5 місяців тому +1

    How is a person supposed to understand the WDFW prospecting rules ? A product of one party rule, enabled by voter apathy.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  5 місяців тому +2

      Agreed my friend, I completely agree. Thanks for commenting and supporting the channel. I appreciate it Randall

  • @michaelripley4528
    @michaelripley4528 7 місяців тому +2

    Review 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @B29p
    @B29p 9 місяців тому +1

    Don't mumble next time.

    • @StoneyCreekSparkchaser
      @StoneyCreekSparkchaser  9 місяців тому +1

      🤣🤣🤣 yup, you’re right! I need to be like Bill!!! Just let it all out!