7 Years Digging a Secret Tunnel
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- Опубліковано 3 лют 2024
- Join me, Jeff Williams, as I reveal the secrets of my 7-year journey digging a secret tunnel. From unexpected challenges to amazing discoveries, this adventure has been one of a kind. Don't miss out on this incredible #askjeffwilliams experience!
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We have had a lot of viewers ask about the origins of our legendary Drift mine and why we decided to start digging in that spot. This video will answer a lot of those questions and you will even get a chance to see that prehistoric red worm we found in the very bottom of the sump. A lot of Gold has come out of this Drift mine, but it has taken 7 years to get to it and we know there is more down there just waiting for us to dig it up.... like 5-ounce nuggets and we give them all away. Smash that like button ....smash it HARD....and for more vids of my wife and I working in our drift mine just watch this video ua-cam.com/video/EskRLAhUlFk/v-deo.html PDF on How to Timber a Small Mine: idahogeology.org/pub/Bulletins/B-21.pdf
With all that music I thought we would get to see Wonder Woman also mining today....but no .....just Jeff. Great video sir
18.41 finally got the 6 million dollar man. Kept telling myself Jeff was gonna play it. This is one of your best shows. Loved it all the way through.
How much do you estimate it cost to take on this project? Asking for everyone.
thanks SWM ....@@slimwantedman6694
Folks, just go back and watch the videos. Not only will you see them running the drift, but there's nuggets of footage this video couldn't fit in.
Jeff is a fantastic teacher.
appreciate that
Yes! 75th viewer to click like on your comment!
I absolutely am fascinated by watching you and your wife work the drift mine.
Your willingness to share your knowledge with your level of compassion is what keeps me glued to your channel.
I love learning about geology and you are an excellent instructor.
thanks Jason .... really appreciate that and glad you like watching us do what we love ..... thanks again
One of the best series of work I’ve enjoyed following. Let’s keep the dream alive! Thanks Jeff and team!
thanks Bill , really appreciate that
If you just started watching Jeffs video's you can go back to the beginning of the channel and actually watch Jeff doing everything he explains in his video's and instead of waiting for the next video, you binge watch for days! So rewind! Lets Goooo!
thanks my brother
Never seen a working man enjoy his job as much you do, Jeff. Thank you and Lila for sharing. ;o)
That's the beauty of knowing what you doing.
Nice to see and hear the real Jeff for a change. Not just the crazy shouty man :)
Someone watches Dr. K, or at least a translated Chinese comment about "that" incident. "Good show," sez I.
Knowing me I'd be down there going after that worm and forget all about the gold. Lmao.
This is a great project and channel, its always interesting watching the freelance mining community you got going.
This was an excellent recap. Normally I’m not a fan but I truly enjoyed this episode. You and your wife do the work of ten men!
A trip thru memory lane! Red Worms! Wtf!? Lol! ⚒️💪⚖️🤙👍🤠
24:45 Is why I love Jeff W.
I appreciate the back story on Slim's Picken's'! Extraordinary! ♥
Dont know it yet but would love to
Have always loved your drift mine videos! Great stuff for even a guy loke me that will probably never mine a speck of gold. Please keep putting out a video on your achievements down there ever so often. Would love to see more of the unknown under the sump or see the underwater river. Oh and as well the WORMS!!
thanks ..... you betcha my brother
I've been watching Jeff Williams since before covid and have learned most of my information from him very big fan thank you for everything
thanks
Its funny when you don't realise how much time has gone past so quickly until someone does a recap like this.... without even taking a trip it feels like part of me has been on the journey with you :D thank you
I know, right?
Thankyou so much for this video jeff and lila!!!! VERY informative!! You guys WORK HARD!!!! I cant say thankyou enough!
What a great video that is loaded with good information. It's fun to look back at all the stages of your mine building and techniques. I can't tell you how many shaft liners that I've seen completely fall into the mine, ladders, track, and all that must not have been built correctly or not installed on solid ground. Usually, it happens about 20 to 30 feet below the collar.
Haha, I was waiting for your worm to make its appearance. 👍👍
Nice recap of years of hard work… I’ve been following your channel for three years now… since you found those Chinese drifts… 😊
Thank you for showing us how it is done. I have learned loads right here about geology and prospecting for gold. Add mining to that list. AU baby! Lets go! Kaaaaaahn!
That was a solid refresher of your hard work over the last 10 years! So happy for you and all your gold success!!
Thank you so much!
That was great Jeff, I have often wondered how it all got started and you have answered many questions.
Thank mate.
Pete Australia 🇦🇺
So much work! Then so much more work to film it! Then soooo much more work to generate this amazing and EDUCATIONAL content!!!!
Thank you professor! You have made my life in the desert so much more interesting over the years. So many questions at every mine site and with each outing answered by you, often!
Thank you!
you know it ..... but we love doing it for you guys and really happy we can make a small difference in the World.
Jeff Thank you for your incredible knowledge in Geology and mining. My Grand father was the headbof the Geology department at the Colorado School of mines. He got me a job as a Sophmore in high-school. As a drift miner at the zidahi Springs experimental mine. There I drive drift using liners on a 12x12 heading with 12 foot rounds. There were 5vton ire cars and an Eimco 22 Tucker and a Deutch motor to haul the muck to the dump. Which was a mile from the face. In between rounds I drilled and drive roof bolts with a jackleg on the back and ribs. Then I put in rail when I got far enough on the heading. Layer on I went to College in Oklahoma. Then got drafted and went to Viet Nam. After I came back I got a job at Jeffrey City, Wyoming and drive drift in a Urainium mine. This was a little different. Some timber framing like you showed but with 8x8 timber. You are exactly correct in hanging timber frame.
The burn pattern was back different from hard rock. 5 hole linear vertical pattern. First two and last two holes loaded. Center empty. We used 12 foot sandvick steel. We hung roof bolts with chainlink on the back and ribs. We had a piss ditch on the left with liner. Wexused Eimcon22 Tucker withb5 ton cars and Deutsche motors. I worked that job for 5 years until the mine shut down. I have not mined since. Lost too many friends. Who were told not todo certain things. They did them anyway and it killed them. Going down by yourself and mining this caleche is very dangerous. You survived because you never broke the rules.
wow that is a large heading ......12 foot rounds to ....you must have been using a jumbo .... what a great experience ..... thank you for sharing
Hella amount of work Prof Williams. It is truly encouraging when I can see someone make something from what appears to be nothing. Carry on mate.
It's been a Long Journey and a Joy too watch .
The Digging , the Geology, the funnies and the Yellow Moon .
Thanks for the years of entertainment. Let's Go ! !
always our pleasure
Couldn’t stop smiling while watching this fantastic trip down memory lane with WHO Jeff Williams that’s Who and his beautiful wife Lila.So take a bow young man and thank you for all your hard work and dedication you are an inspiration to all.Lots of love from Glasgow Scotland 🏴
thanks my brother from Glasgow Scotland
Wow! This was one the best, Jeff, knowledge and hard work, my man! I would love 1 day to tour that. Thanks for getting me all riled up! Lol
thanks and you betcha
I was watching a Cody's Lab episode many years ago and saw that he followed this guy called Ask Jeff Williams, so I checked out his channel. I've been hooked on your channel ever since then. Thank you Jeff for the many years of education, entertainment, and laughs.
P.S. Please eat more cans of beans in your videos.
always our pleasure and we really love Codys Lab too .... we will have to sneak a can down there when MSHA is not looking
Wow incredible amount of work and $ . Wow just the cost of lumber alone let alone all the other equipment. Super interesting stuff Jeff. Keep the vids coming I never miss one ,awesome stuff 👍👍👍
That was a great look back, a lot of effort goes into your channel and we love every minute.
this is a GREAT video, Thank you Jeff! you are the MAN!
and i couldn't imagine how long it too to edit this one, and for that i thank you
Jeff, you have come a long way with this drift mine, I wish you continued success and riches with this project!
I’m not gold mining anymore but am operating a 30 ton articulated haul truck. Watching your videos always re-ignites my desire to go back to gold mining again. May there be gold in every pan!
thanks Mule Skinner ...glad to see you still here in the comments section.... its never too late my brother ....you are as old as you feel ...so you know what I am gonna say huh ....OH YEAH !!!!!
MY FRIEND, I HAVE TO SAY YOU HAVE TAUGHT ME SO MUCH ABOUT GEOLOGY.!!! THANK YOU FOR THAT.!!! JEFF, YOU ARE A GREAT TEACHER.!!! AS LONG AS YOU ARE WILLING TO LEARN.!!!
Thanks 👍
I'm simply AMAZED by the quality and the time you put into these videos Jeff! We are lucky to be able to watch this! That worm down there was shocking, I would have jumped higher then you did! lol. I've heard people say that a lot of the Great Basin was, as the name applies- full of water. Hard to imagine today, except for the many dried up lake beds and areas. It just goes to show how things can change so drastically over time. Again, thank you for putting this together!
thanks Jason , really appreciate that ..... exactly
Just love this review! I confess this drift got me thru the entire pandemic . Thoroughly enjoy everything there is about Wormtown..
really happy to hear that Jim. Thanks
Jeff, I really enjoyed this video. Great video showing how to do it. Sad the video ended.
Seriously, it's raining, can't go digging, so I'm watching you dig.
Heavy metal for heavy metals ❤ this has the old video feel with the new video editing, Epic !! Thanks Jeff !! You make the hard stuff look so easy 🦾
thanks
What a great primer for your channel. I had to come back to this video because I’ve been binging your channel for about three hours now. The geology is very interesting, as is the engineering aspect of creating the tunnels and equipment.
I LOVE THE DRIFT!!!!!!
we do too Wally
Thank you for making this condensed version of the construction of the drift mine! I have watched all of the previous videos and loved them! :)
you betcha
I used to watch the 6 million dollar man every weekend as a kid.I love that show and I love this show
thanks
Wow, this is the reason why UA-cam is so wonderful. Been watching Jeff Williams way back when he first got started, this is amazing content, so interesting!
Wow, thank you!
What a great man and wife team! Great respect for you both digging a real drift mine, fighting the venemous snakes and prehistoric seaworms. Would love to visit but I live in southern Spain where they were digging gold and silver since before Roman times (but not any more). Keep up the fantastic work you two, god bless and stay safe.
thanks
I drifted my 4runner one time, but I dont think thats the same thing 🤣🤣
You sure got my 👍 sonny jim !
hahhahhahaaa
I luv secret places & secret gold deposits. Sweet sharing Jeff. Keep that golden spirit my friend. 🫶👊💪🇺🇸⚒️⚒️⚒️⚒️
I had to play it back a dozen times where you jumped back, please stay safe ❤
Jeff you're a gold magnet! I had forgotten about a lot of all that. Thanks for the years of enjoyment, I hope to someday be able to go on one of your tours or in your mine.
Wow, this is great, What a lesson and to see you go through all the steps. That my friend has my back hurting just watching it. How many tons of earth would you estimate that you moved? This just proves what GOLD will do to a man's mind. Hats off to your lovely wife who worked right along side of you what an amazing team. Keep up the good work and stay safe. God Bless you both.
we have estimated it to be around 200 tons at least ..... thanks and you to
I love watching this this Information is priceless for safety and mining progress your timber is very nicely done nice to relive this again I have to tell you how bad I wish I could come out there don't look good for that unfortunately ty
thanks , appreciate that
Your the best to teach this
wow 7 years of hard work, that´s awesome and inspiring. Thanks Jeff and thanks also to your wife stand beside you.
Thanks for the history lesson of your mine, Jeff!
you betcha
Love seeing how this mine developed and what it produced. The bionics make all the difference!
yes it does
This is truly wild. The amount of knowledge, expertise, and passion that such a project must take is mind blowing.
2oz nuggets, you have hit it big time there Jeff and Lila, couldn't happen to a nicer couple.
thanks
You have so much information to share. I have been watching you for years and I think this was you best video. Very educational and informative. I look forward to future videos.
thats ....really appreciate that and also love to hear it
You have a very awesome gift Jeff. Thank you very much for sharing it. Finally someone that teaches in a way I can understand. Thank you!
much appreciated Jason ....glad we can do that
Jeff you are getting better all The Time🍻
thanks
I missed some of these back in the day. I really appreciate the summary. Super well done!
Seeing these older drift mine videos again reminds me of how long I've been hanging around with you, Sonny Jim! Keep up the great work my friend, and take care!
That's so awesome! I love watching your videos, Jeff.
As I've said, I'll never be able to follow that vein again, but it's a lot of fun watching you do it.
THANK YOU, JEFF!
Jeff! Excelent!! Hard work pays!! I was pleased to see just what lead up to the drift mine you had! Keep up the informing videos and as always "WORK HARD!!!" You truly deserve the treasures that you create and find!!
Jeff that a good trip down Memorie Drift Mine Pop's Would be Proud 👏 😊!!!; )
thanks Richard
That old wait ..that Young Jeff Hair is amazying it’s just flowing 😂
It's the Jeff Williams legacy and I wouldn't be into prospecting if it wasn't for him , long northern Canadian winters and Jeff's videos warm the spirits as I hunker down and wait for spring thanks for all your hard work Jeff
That was a freakn awesome video Jeff! Keep the content coming!!
Steve Austin would be proud.😉
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Once again fantastic video Jeff your one hell of a gold diggen genus.
thanks
Been following your amazing journey about just as long as the videos time table, it was a real pleasure to watch just how far you guys have come in that time, it was an amazing episode ive learned so much since following you. You are hands down a amazing teacher, your energy has got me through some hard times, thank you for being you and all the hard work you put into what you do cant wait to see what the next 7-8 years brings keep an eye out for the mole men best of luck 😂😂
Awesome, thank you....really appreciate that and we are so glad that we could do that for you ......it is always our pleasure ....thanks
🦅🇺🇸💪🤠👍 and yeah I'm gonna watch the next video Sunny Jim
such a great compilation of the journey you've had with digging this drift mine. really makes it look simple as you go through the steps by the end of the video, but can imagine how much hard work and time you put into this over the years that doesn't get on cam, all the little steps and procedures. Thanks for your dedication over the years and hope you find that legendary kokoweef motherlode!
Glad you enjoyed it....always our pleasure ...thanks
Jeff Williams is the real deal! Children listen to him. He is the Goat of mining! Thank you for reaching about are planet. You are so fascinating and it's always chronical adventure!😊
thanks my brother , really appreciate that
Subscribing. I've been looking for this kind of channel for a long time. You actually know what your talking about and what your doing. the bonus is your willing to share your knowledge. I'm impressed. Excellent.
I just stumbled upon this video. I'm a pretty handy guy...rebuild cars, rehab houses, etc, but I never dreamed the education you need to be a miner. I also love Jeff Williams' enthusiasm...you can see mining is in his blood. I'm a new subscriber.
Jeff is straight up hardcore keep them videos coming sonn
Great video Jeff, very informative can't wait to see more!
GOOOOOLD!!!!😂😂
Thank You Jeff!!!
I find it super cool that you dug into an old mine/shaft. Wonder how often that happens in current times? I'm sure there are so many mines that haven't been seen for over a hundred years waiting to be dug up or into again.
This was a great walk and talk Jeff, thanks for doing this!
Glad to see you’re still at Jeff! I’ve never worried about your safety, only if you would hurt your back lifting all that gold… take care friend.
I recently moved to AZ from new England. My folks were plqcer miners from California and i grew up hearing about amazing adventures and their gold mining days on the merced river,ca during the 60s and 70s. Ever since hearing my gpas epic gold mining stories and once in a while growing up seing his shiny hauls he kept vlose to the vest, i had instant gold fever! I inherited his most prized possesion when my gma died(after he did) and its a beautiful placer gold nugget of pure 24 crt. Weighing a respectful 24 grams. I wear it occasionally as its more sentimental value to me than anything. But as i grow older and see myself chasing there steps in the usa, i have the itch to learn and mine my own candy! Rip gpa, hopefully i make you proud! ❤❤❤
I think you already have my brother
I’ve seen that size nuggets blown out on top widening the pit at Ray . . It’s where U find IT. What hard workll get ya .
As long as it fits it can't be a wrong hole.
Awesome Bionic Man montage!
Thanks!
Wow. That was a great recap of the drift mine's development. You're as good at making videos as you are mining gold, and that's pretty damn good. Thanks, Jeff.
thanks
absolutely amazing how this evolved! Love it Jeff!!
Thanks so much!
Great video Jeff. I remember that like it was yesterday. Time Flys when ur having fun lol. Be safe brother 🙏
I love thing you’ve had going on. You have taught me so much about minerals and geology. Thank you.
You are so welcome
Great video on the history of your drift mine. Like the bumper music at the end.
This is so cool, thank you for sharing this, you guys work so hard.
Jeff amazing truely amazing. Love to take a trip and dig with ya. Always been fascinated with mining but never had the time explore. Ty for your content sincerly amazing
Metal music and minerals, what a fantastic channel 🤘
Absolutely my friend!
Absolutely my friend!
Another great video, love the mine!
FREEKIN AWSOME , THIS GUY IS ! I'VE LEARNED ALOT FROM THIS MAN !
I love the smell of all the wood you use for the protecting walls!
Awesome video Jeff. Can’t wait to see what yall pull out when you let people in there.
Jeff you are a hoot to watch. Funny & informative all at the same. Thanks for sharing the journey.
Thanks for watching!
Wow! Jeff Williams: I knight you “PRO GOLD DIGGER!” Congratulations on your applied knowledge expertise ❤️❤️❤️
thank you .... does that mean I am a Sir now . Lol
Unbelievably cool project. Running into that drift mine the Chinese dug must have been mind blowing, not to mention unknown life underground. Fantastic video!!!!
To me, this is your greatest project! I followed you from the beginning and I absolutely love it! You are living what others only dream of! 😍
Thank you so much!
I love you're ability to turn into crazy gold fever Williams and professional scholar Williams, it's always nice to see a proffesional that isn't afraid to get loose
thanks