The Ultimate Mine Explore (part 1)

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  • Опубліковано 13 лип 2023
  • After exploring over 2000 different mines, this is definitely one of our favorites. Descending this 500', four level, steep, and sketchy inclined shaft was well worth it. It was the ultimate mine explore for us. As we worked our way down the shaft, we navigated past a few partial plugs made of broken timbers and loose rock. Each drift level got more interesting and artifact filled as we went down. In this video, we explore levels one and two where you will see ore cars, newspapers from the 1920s, old cans, wheelbarrows, huge stopes, long ladders, tools, and much more.
    In part two, you will see levels three and four of this mine that keeps on giving and getting better as we go lower.
    Here is the link to part one of this video series.
    • The Ultimate Mine Expl...
    We hope you enjoy the video, and thanks for watching!

КОМЕНТАРІ • 324

  • @lloydbaker6988
    @lloydbaker6988 Рік тому +6

    Good morning, Tom and Julie, Let do some Exploring 👍

  • @jerryrichter4904
    @jerryrichter4904 Рік тому +13

    you guys always out do yourself can'i wait for part 2

  • @robertlewis998
    @robertlewis998 Рік тому +6

    Great to see you again. Thanks for making me feel like I’m part of your “crew “!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      I'm glad that you feel that way, Robert. Thanks for coming along on the explore!👍😄

  • @druewzer
    @druewzer Рік тому +5

    Yes!!! Just the thing to finish off the work week; a new Tom & Julie video! (Insert celebratory emoji/animation here)
    Thanks for the video, definitely wouldn't miss it. 😁
    Nice pictures at 12:41 and 18:36, showing the scale where you were.
    Enjoyed seeing the things you find down there in the depths. Functioning mine cars, the relics left by the miners, that bucket and lid, and so on and so on.
    I can easily lose myself imagining the life of the miners.
    With all the mines you both have been in, it is good to see/hear you still enjoying going to these places. No less being willing to share them online.
    Looking forward to part 2.
    Stay safe in your travels & explores. Well, in all things you both do really. 😃

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      I like your enthusiasm for the video and for mines in general. Those photos do help with the scale. It's fun to see and share with you the artifacts we come across. That big can with the lid was very nice. I'm not sure what it was used for. Thanks for the comment and we'll see you on part two!👌😄

  • @myfavoritemartian1
    @myfavoritemartian1 Рік тому +12

    Your ability to find workings like this is one part of what makes your channel so good! Dean

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +3

      Hi Dean, we work hard to find interesting mines to explore. Only about 1 in 5 mines that we visit are worthy of making a video of. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @HikeCamp
    @HikeCamp Рік тому +5

    Wow the ore cart look brand new. Glad you two were not under that rock when it fell. Great explore.

  • @TomBrucker-GoldenYears
    @TomBrucker-GoldenYears Рік тому +6

    Good morning Tom and Julie !
    Some very large and deep stopes in this mine.
    Amazing how much work the miners did by hand with just head lamps.
    Looking forward to watching “part 2 “ of this explore. 👍👍

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Hi Tom. The stopes are pretty large in this one. The vein is a steep one, too. I would think that it was a dangerous mine to work in, but the old miners got the job done. Thanks for watching!👍😄

  • @jimmime
    @jimmime Рік тому +5

    The prices in those classified ads were so, so, fantastic! Thay mine car was NEW! So much to see, and more to go. Thank you, Tom, & Julie! See you in a week, if not sooner.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      That's the nicest mine car we have ever seen. It's still shiny. I really like reading those ads, too. It's amazing what you could get for a few thousand dollars in 1920. Thanks for commenting!👍😄

  • @ExploringCabinsandMines
    @ExploringCabinsandMines Рік тому +7

    WOW !!! easily best mine explores on YT !

  • @dan393
    @dan393 Рік тому +5

    That ore car looked like it had not seen much usage! Great find! Another awesome explore, looking forward to part 2. Thanks for sharing

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      I think that's the nicest ore car we have ever seen. It functioned as well as it looked. Thanks for commenting, Dan!👍😆

  • @robmez
    @robmez Рік тому +8

    Lovely mine , lovely to see the workmanship put into those stopes hard to believe they were put there a hundred years ago. brave men worked those , thanks for bringing it to us and taking your time to explain what’s what under the ground

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +2

      Yes, it is hard to believe the guys could work in those steep stopes without getting killed somehow. This mine is about 116 years old and still in pretty good shape. Thanks for the nice comment, Rob. We appreciate it!👍😄

  • @shantyshitter3163
    @shantyshitter3163 Рік тому +4

    Awesome. Beautiful. Lots of obstacles and artifacts. Thanks for the adventure.

  • @rogers8786
    @rogers8786 Рік тому +4

    What an amazing mine with really cool artifacts! Thanks for sharing this awesome explore.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      You're welcome, and we're glad that you liked the mine and artifacts. Thanks for commenting!👍😄

  • @Jake-yx7ct
    @Jake-yx7ct Рік тому +7

    Tom and Julie thanks for sharing your adventure in that deep mine. The ore cart was beautiful. I was shocked that you didn't climb that ladder Tom..LOLAm ready for part 2. Again thanks folks for your efforts.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      That is a really nice ore car. The best we've ever seen. Yes, I passed up that tall ladder. I think it just went up into the stope so the guys could get up to the platforms to work. I did climb my share of ladders in the main shaft, though. Thanks for the comment, Jake!👍😄

  • @williamwintemberg
    @williamwintemberg Рік тому +4

    Always a great explore on this channel! To find a a pristine ore cart is quite extraordinary to say the least. The climb past the blockages in the shaft was no joke! Never a boring moment. Can't wait to see part 2! Thanks Tom and Julie!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +2

      You're welcome, William. You're correct that climbing that shaft is no joke. It's quite dangerous with a lot of loose wood and rocks ready to fall. That car is in very nice condition. It looks like it was just painted last week. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756
    @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756 Рік тому +10

    You really did find a great mine! Theres so many artifacts left behind! And for not much timbering you can see that this is really a hard rock mine. Ill rewatch this one a few times and wait for the next video. Im so happy that it's you guys to do this exploration. The time and attention to the details makes these the best mine exploration videos you can find. Thanks for sharing Your adventures with us Tom and Julie.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Yes, this was a really fun one to find with lots of cool stuff still there. Thanks for the kind words of approval. We appreciate that very much. I think you will like seeing the rest of the mine. Sorry to make you wait for it.👍😄

    • @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756
      @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756 Рік тому

      @@TomandJulieMineExploring lol no you're not! Neither am I!
      Some things are worth waiting for. Thank you both for such a great channel.

  • @joewenzel5142
    @joewenzel5142 Рік тому +4

    This video was like going back in time 100 years.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +2

      Yes, some parts of it are almost 120 years old. Thanks for the comment, Joe!👍😄

  • @davidhettesheimer3685
    @davidhettesheimer3685 Рік тому +2

    Wow, what a great explore. Thank you Tom and Julie for taking us along artifacts. We’re awesome. Can’t wait for part two stay safe out there 🍻🍺🍻🍺⛏️⛏️

  • @lisaelzea2168
    @lisaelzea2168 Рік тому +4

    Hi family!!!!! Looking a little grubby, lol. Nothing a quick shower can't fix!! Be safe and love you guys!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Hi Lisa. We are always ready for a hot shower at the end of a day of being in the mines. Thanks for watching and commenting!👍😊❤️

  • @highdesertbill
    @highdesertbill Рік тому +13

    Every video I'm amazed by your bravado. Your willingness to enter these collapsed dangerous mines is incredible. Keep up the explore videos and be SAFE! .

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +3

      You are correct that this is another dangerous shaft to be in. There is a lot of loose debris that can come crashing down without much warning. Thanks for watching, Bill!👍😄

  • @TVRExploring
    @TVRExploring 11 місяців тому +1

    The aesthetics of the mine where you're going on those trestles through the stopes around 13:30 and beyond are phenomenal.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  11 місяців тому

      Hey Justin, I hope all is well in your world. That track winding through the steep stope is a very scenic sight indeed. The whole mine is a real treat to explore. Thanks for the comment, we appreciate you!👍😁

  • @trudydavidson528
    @trudydavidson528 Рік тому +4

    Very cool find guys!!! Can't wait to see the next part!! Thanks for the jelly legs there at the end!!! 😉🤣😂

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Hi Trudy. Glad that you liked the video. I think you'll like the lower levels, too. Watch out for those jelly legs.👍😄

  • @felipearellano8783
    @felipearellano8783 Рік тому +9

    good morning Tom and Julie, thank you for the great mine exploration, this show took it out of the park its one of the best I've seen in a few weeks. the newspaper classified ads fascinated me, was by far the best i spent more than 20 minutes just reading the ad. thank you so much for sharing a piece of history!!!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Hi Felipe. Thanks for the nice comment! Those old ads are fun to read. You could get a house and land near LA for a few thousand dollars in 1920. Thanks for the comment!👍😊

  • @johnmiley458
    @johnmiley458 Рік тому +4

    Amazing Their only dust suppression was probably the ventilation system. Great Video. Thanks

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      You're probably correct, John. I don't know if miners even wore dust masks. We try to wear them occasionally, but even when we are just exploring a mine, the masks seem to make it hard to catch your breath. I can only imagine what it would have been like to work with a mask on all day. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @btcruiser
    @btcruiser Рік тому +4

    I really like when an adit cuts across a large stope - really gives a good perspective on the magnitude of the mining operation. You must have had some good intel to crawl through a small hole like that to gain access to a fairly steep incline shaft. Thanks Tom and Julie - looking forward to part 2! 🙂

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      I could stick my head into the hole and see the ladders. It's a little different going in backward and hoping to land your feet on a steep ladder. Those are some cool looking rails going through the stopes. Thanks, BT. I think you'll like part two. 👍😄

  • @JormunB
    @JormunB Рік тому +4

    That shot up the ladder in the inclined shaft made my knees weak, haha! Informative and entertaining like always you two! Thanks for sharing!
    Quick Edit: Those vintage classified ads are so cool!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Sometimes, when you are climbing those long steep ladders, it's best not to look down. You can get a little freaked out sometimes. I love reading those old newspaper ads. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @pmae9010
    @pmae9010 Рік тому +3

    Hey Tom and Julie, I am not surprised that a mine so hard to get into would have more cool stuff left. I am always impressed that you leave things as found. Thanks for the tour, I am eager to see the next video.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Hey, Mick. Hope you're having a good summer. Yes, the harder to get into the better the artifacts. You're welcome, and thanks for taking our tour. See you on part two!👍😄

  • @pamelacapps8359
    @pamelacapps8359 Рік тому +4

    That ore cart was amazing. Can't wait for pt. 2

  • @jimmystockdale7555
    @jimmystockdale7555 Рік тому +5

    Another great mine, that is definitely the most pristine oar cart I have ever seen. I can't wait to see the rest of this one, I like all the artifacts. I liked that large container with the lid. Be safe and God bless.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Glad that you liked the mine and ore car. I really liked that giant can with a lid, too. Thanks for the comment and blessing, Jimmy!👍😊

  • @arklatxquad3405
    @arklatxquad3405 Рік тому +5

    Really liked this one because of all the goodies left behind by the miners. Still amazes me at the amount of work the old guys did to recover the ore. You two are doing very well am I really do appreciate it. Tom, Julie, till the next one stay safe.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Yes, the old time miners sure knew how to get the job done. Glad that you enjoyed seeing the goodies that are still there. Thanks for the nice comment, and we'll see you on part 2!👍😄

  • @georgesmith8113
    @georgesmith8113 Рік тому +4

    Great explore. Love the old papers and all the goodies.
    Fun stuff.
    Thanks!
    👍👍👍👊😎

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Glad that you liked it, George. Those old papers are fun to see. Thanks for watching!👍👍👊😄

  • @azjeep
    @azjeep Рік тому +4

    video's like this gets my heart pumping even though i know everything going to be ok.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      I know what you mean. I sometimes get a little tense watching these types of videos, myself. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @VegasCyclingFreak
    @VegasCyclingFreak Рік тому +4

    12:08 I like how those rails go thru the middle of that stope on their own ledge. I don't think I've seen anything like that before.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Yes, the stopes and rail systems in this one are really cool. Thanks for watching!👍😄

  • @bruceerb8324
    @bruceerb8324 Рік тому +4

    You guys have so much energy I have a hard time walking to the mailbox!!!!!😅

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Haha, I don't know how much longer I can keep it up. It really does take a toll on the body. Thanks for the comment, Bruce!👍😄

  • @keithrimmer3
    @keithrimmer3 Рік тому +4

    Brilliant explore Tom and Julie can't wait for part two, it looks like it was a big mine back in the day Y'all take care down there see you in the next un

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Thank you, Keith. It was a good-sized operation for sure. I think you'll like part two. 👍😄

  • @ralphpatrick3071
    @ralphpatrick3071 Рік тому +5

    Great explore, this one had everything!
    Thanks, T&J!
    See ya next week.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Glad that you liked it, Ralph. You'll like part 2 I'm sure. Thanks for the comment!👍😊

  • @richardbeee
    @richardbeee Рік тому +3

    I knew there had to be more levels. Yee-Haa! Can't wait to see what's next🙂

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Oh, yes. There are two more levels to go, and it keeps getting better. Thanks for the comment, Richard!👍😄

  • @TheShornak
    @TheShornak Рік тому +4

    Hello Julie and Tom. The camera doesn't help with scale, when you first showed that hole in the ground it didn't look like anything you could get in. But obviously you were able to squeeze through it. That ore cart is amazing. It does look look almost brand new. You can tell not a lot have been in that mine with all those artifacts there. I think that's one of the best Prince Albert cans I have ever seen when it comes to the label. Reading that old news paper was nice. Saw a place for sale, 40 acres 4 bedroom house with a barn for $9000. Wow.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +2

      Hello, Stephen. I didn't have a lot of spare room getting into that hole. That is a beautiful ore car. The paint is still shiny. There were a few tobacco cans in this one. Aren't those 1920 prices crazy. Think what 40 acres near LA would be worth now. Thanks for watching!👍😄

  • @TheDisabledGamersChannel
    @TheDisabledGamersChannel Рік тому +3

    Crazy that i've been watching you guys for 5 years now, your videos are part of what i look forward to and this one is no exception great video you guys, stay safe out there in the heat n what not, cya in the next one.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Glad that you've gotten some enjoyment from our videos over the last five years. Thanks for your support!😊

  • @fredfarquar8301
    @fredfarquar8301 Рік тому +3

    I’ve been enjoying your videos for quite a while, usually w/o commenting, but figured I owed you at least one because you find the coolest mines! Thank you so much from someone who cannot do that kind of stuff any more (not that I ever did!). 👍👍

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +2

      Hi Fred. Thank you for commenting. I think commenting helps the video get suggested more by UA-cam.
      We spend a lot of time researching and scouting for interesting mine to explore and video. We visit an average of five mines for every one we make a video of. Many just are kind of boring. We're happy for you to be able to join us virtually.👍😊

    • @fredfarquar8301
      @fredfarquar8301 Рік тому +2

      @@TomandJulieMineExploring And I am happy you share your explorations (at least the good ones!) with us! Big thumbs up! I also follow Jeff Williams, TRV, Frank and Sharon up in BC, and ‘Gly Coolness’, and really don’t play favorites as long as the content is good. Keep it up!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +3

      @@fredfarquar8301 Thanks again, Fred!😊

  • @bobpace5464
    @bobpace5464 Рік тому +3

    That first part was a great video a lot of stuff to see very interesting. Can hardly wait for part to you to be safe.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching the first part, Bob. I'm confident you will like part two just as much and probably more. Sorry to make you wait.👍😄

  • @qldabandonedmines
    @qldabandonedmines Рік тому +2

    One of the best for sure guys! That pinched portal and the messy plug would have stopped most explorers. Thanks for sharing such a great exploration. We always watch your explorations over here in QLD, Australia 🇦🇺🦘🌏

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for watching all the way from QLD. It's definitely a fun mine to explore. Glad that you enjoyed it!👍😄

  • @gymshoe8862
    @gymshoe8862 Рік тому +4

    This was a very interesting video--there was a lot to see--that orange cart was like new! Lots of dangerous drops, scary looking rubble --I doubt many have been in that shaft since the mine closed.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Yes, there is a lot to see in this mine, as you said. Glad that you liked the explore, it was a fun one for us. 👍😄

  • @scotts3938
    @scotts3938 Рік тому +2

    You find the coolest mines. It's really neat how the tracks meander through the mine and over bridges along the edge of the stopes. The ore cart was a score. Thanks for the explore!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      This is a cool mine to see. Those tracks winding through the stopes are great. Glad that you enjoyed it, Scott. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @betsybronstein1926
    @betsybronstein1926 Рік тому +3

    Ok. I think a new board game is in order based on mine adventures! (Chutes and Ladders, but in mining mode?). Or maybe a Monopoly version? Love your videos guys!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Hi Betsy. A chutes and ladders mining version would be a great game. Whoops, you lose after falling into that stope. Thanks for the nice comment!👍😄

  • @Dave-901
    @Dave-901 10 місяців тому +1

    Its like a massive time capsule reminisces of people who have probably passed now.
    Luv your videos but keep safe out there and thanks for sharing.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  10 місяців тому +1

      Yes, a time capsule for sure. This is one of our favorite mines that we've seen. Thanks for commenting, Dave!👍😊

  • @1949ala
    @1949ala 6 місяців тому +1

    VERY EXCITING THANKS FOR TAKING US ALONG

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  6 місяців тому

      You're welcome. This is one of our favorites. Thanks for commenting!👍😁

  • @Paul-ow6of
    @Paul-ow6of Рік тому +3

    Yea that’s a great mine! Looks like a ride at Knotts Berry Farm. Looking forward to part 2.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      It does kind of look like a ride at the amusement park. I think you'll like part two, as well. Thanks for commenting, Paul!👍😄

  • @Ed_in_Md
    @Ed_in_Md Рік тому +3

    Great explore! Can’t wait for the next one. Take care of each other and be safe.

  • @mikeroads4807
    @mikeroads4807 Рік тому +3

    I would follow Julie anywhere except into a mine. I truly love your explorations especially because I just couldn't enter those mines. Hopefully someday I run across you two as I do a lot of above ground explorations of mines and ghost towns. This mine was really special. Thanks!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      It's definitely not something that everyone likes to do. Glad that you enjoyed the mine, Mike. This was a really fun one for us, too. Thanks for watching, and maybe we'll see you sometime!👍😄

  • @TBI-Firefighter-451
    @TBI-Firefighter-451 Рік тому +3

    GTSY, I really miss your old video schedule but any is better than none. As a general rule of thumb most of us Lode Miners tend to remove and hide the wheel barrow and ore cart wheels to make theft of them much more difficult. A Mine Foreman is often referred to as a "Big Prick". If you ever find Prince Albert in a Can let him out so he don't Suffocate 🤣😁😂

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      I don't really like it either. Between injuries, other physical ailments, and bad weather last winter in the areas that we explore, it just became impossible to do weekly explore videos of decent quality. We both wish it wasn't that way, but that's the reality of our situation. Thanks for the comment. I always appreciate your input!👍😊

  • @Edgeofeof
    @Edgeofeof Рік тому +3

    Good morning Tom and Julie! ☀️Great to see you both! 🙂 I’m still so tired I don have my bearings yet. That looks pretty scary y’all! Be careful

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      You are an amazing person, Eric. I really hope you aren't in too much pain now. We appreciate Dee's updates.
      Yes, this one is a bit scary, but we try to minimize the danger as best we can. Thanks for commenting!😊👍

  • @markattardo
    @markattardo Рік тому +3

    That's quite a start, wow! Awesome finds. That portal though...

  • @danielbarrows7144
    @danielbarrows7144 Рік тому +2

    Just started watching the video, yum cling peaches and beefy O’s breakfast of champions lol

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Oh yes, yum. I guess it would give you some energy, although not like eating in a four star restaurant. Thanks for commenting, Daniel!👍😄

  • @larry785
    @larry785 Рік тому +2

    21:52 - Fun Fact; The Fresno ad "For Exchange 10 acres of Figs, 4 1/2 miles north of Fresno" Nowadays that area is called the "Fig Garden district".

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Thanks for adding that fun fact, Larry. I've never heard of the Fig Garden district. Those old prices are crazy cheap compared to now.👍😄

  • @garybolton7916
    @garybolton7916 Рік тому +2

    I worked in Syracuse NY for almost 30 years so I am very aware of Crouse Hinds that made that call alarm. They are still there but are called Cooper Industries now. A very large plant.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Thanks for adding that information, Gary. All those bits of information enhance the video for people who enjoy reading the comments. 👍😄

  • @billbradshaw8235
    @billbradshaw8235 Рік тому +1

    Howdy again. Great video. Maybe you already said all this and I apologize if I am just re stating what you have already covered. The CPVC pipe shows that the mine was re-opened in the 60's or later. The brand-new orange ore car was probably brought down at that time. Those and the pipe and wires in the shaft all show that they were after the fire of years past. Keep up your interest in bringing this stuff to us.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      That all makes sense. I know that this mine was started in about 1908, but it always seems strange to me that it's nearly impossible to get good information on the reworking of a particular mine. I know that most mines were worked on and off over a long period of years. Thanks for the comment and glad that you enjoyed the video!👍😁

  • @thomasb188
    @thomasb188 Рік тому +2

    Great mine to explore with a good video. Stay safe and have a great day. 🤠🤠

  • @Gary.7920
    @Gary.7920 Рік тому +1

    another great episode, thank you!
    And Thank You Julie for the beautiful smiles there by the Ore Cart. You sure know the way to thios 80 yearolds heart.
    Gary
    In the Beautiful Ozark Mou8ntains of Northwest Arkansas

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching and commenting, Gary. Julie thanks you for the compliment, too. 👍😊

  • @wendellharker6690
    @wendellharker6690 Рік тому +2

    That was awesome thanks for letting me watch

  • @Dave_9547
    @Dave_9547 Рік тому +3

    The modern construction, pristine ore car and the signal switch probably means that this mine was reworked in the sixties, or thereabouts.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      That's probably accurate. It's hard to find information on the reworking of these mines. For some reason, it's easy to find information on the original working dates and production numbers. Thanks for your input, David!👍😄

  • @billloutzenheiser5397
    @billloutzenheiser5397 Рік тому +2

    Ahha using yhe ole Clifff hanger to the next episode, we will expct deeper thought later. 🤣Bill

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Well I didn't want yo make it too long and had to stop the first part somewhere. I think you'll like the two lower levels, Bill. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @kevinbrennan2004
    @kevinbrennan2004 Рік тому +2

    How good was that? great find you two, with more exciting reveals to come. Can't wait.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Glad that you enjoyed it, Kevin. I think that you'll like part two. Thanks for commenting!👍😄

  • @johnpence8529
    @johnpence8529 Рік тому +3

    Great video f a super nice find. Bet you like finding one where most of the relics have not been cleaned out by previous explorers. That ore cart looked brand new! Thanks for sharing.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Hi John. Yes, we sure do like finding them like this with all kinds of interesting things left in them. It's like a natural museum and really makes for a fun explore. It's fun to share it with all of you who watch, too. That ore car looked like it had just been waxed. Very nice, indeed! Thanks for watching and commenting!👍😄

  • @Askjeffwilliams
    @Askjeffwilliams Рік тому +2

    Wow ....love seeing that signal switch ....most have been removed ... what shame some lit the main shaft on fire .... probably why they plugged it off.... that looks like a flatbed car without axles or wheels ...can't wait for part 2

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Hey, Jeff. Hope you're on the mend and getting back to work.
      The fire damage isn't too terrible. I couldn't tell how it started. It was confined to a short section of shaft lining, and none of the working levels were burned. That is a cool signal switch. I agree about the flat car. At first I thought it might have been a mount for a winch, but I don't think so. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

    • @Askjeffwilliams
      @Askjeffwilliams Рік тому

      @@TomandJulieMineExploring thanks you two ....Nurse Lila is taking extra ( wink wink ) good care of me and she volunteered to work the Drift mine while I operate the hoist to keep that Gold coming .....We really are disappointed when we see mine firs because most of the time it from crazy people .. be safe out there you two and keep'em coming

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      @Askjeffwilliams, we're glad that Lila is nursing you back to health. I know what you mean about the fires. There are a few I know of that were accidentally started in hoist rooms. Most are started by arsonists, as you say. I don't get it, but some people are crazy.

  • @richardwarnock2789
    @richardwarnock2789 Рік тому +3

    I was working and now I 👀 watching 😂

  • @MinesoftheWest
    @MinesoftheWest Рік тому +2

    Nicely done! That was a sporty one…

  • @jimiplayscobo5877
    @jimiplayscobo5877 Рік тому +2

    Hi Tom and Julie! Tom you were in fine form in this explore you cracked me up a couple times :-) Peace

  • @jeffchandler3390
    @jeffchandler3390 Рік тому +2

    Loved your comment about the newspaper print Tom! 😂

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      I swear that font size from 1920 is about half as big as modern papers use. I really don't know how people could read it even with glasses on. 🙃👌

    • @jeffchandler3390
      @jeffchandler3390 Рік тому +1

      @@TomandJulieMineExploring I agree. And I can't believe their eyesight with better than ours.

  • @kenjohnson3527
    @kenjohnson3527 Рік тому +2

    Fun mine, looking forward to part 2

  • @moparedtn
    @moparedtn Рік тому +1

    Now let this be a lesson to you kids out there - Tom does tons of homework and look how it pays off! 🙂
    See you guys next episode....
    - Ed on the Ridge

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Actually, that is true. We spend a lot of time trying to find high-quality mines to explore. Thanks for the comment, Ed. See you for part two.👍😄

  • @walterbohlin7932
    @walterbohlin7932 Рік тому +4

    The section of the drift with the orange ore cart had some unique beauty. It reminded me of a section of a railroad line that ran along side a river. All the curves and drop offs. I could imagine the greenery that was missing from this scene. Out of curiosity, what diameter rope are you using for climbing? As Julie slowly walks over the wooden bridges, I imagined her on a tightrope. Thanks for the entertainment!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      There are some scenic sections of rail in this one. I like the way they wind through the stopes.
      We have several different rops that we use. My favorite is a 9mm Sterling low stretch 200 footer rated at 20KN. Julie does have to walk carefully over those old bridges in case one gives in. Thanks for the comment, Walter!👍😄

  • @Ed_in_Md
    @Ed_in_Md Рік тому +2

    Good day! Always look forward to seeing your videos!

  • @tonyidle7813
    @tonyidle7813 Рік тому +2

    thank-you for the nice video, loved the ore car. stay cool in this heat,

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      You're welcome, Tony. We are not in the desert currently. This video was made a few months ago. Thanks for watching!👍😄

  • @madeinyorkshire52
    @madeinyorkshire52 Рік тому +1

    WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW - you can tell I’ve loved watching this part…😂…roll on Part 2. Great work you two. Oh and hello from near Southampton UK 🇬🇧 …of Titanic fame 🚢!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Hi David. I guess you liked this one. 😆 Hope all is well for you in Southampton. Thanks for the comment, and we'll see you for part two!👍😄

  • @davedeatherage4902
    @davedeatherage4902 Рік тому +1

    Excellent folk's, thank you for the tour!🙂🙂

  • @jake6618
    @jake6618 Рік тому +2

    One more slice of pizza and Tom would not have made it. Luv ya both, be safe.

  • @OdySlim
    @OdySlim Рік тому +1

    Thanks! That was a fantastic mine! Have a great weekend!

  • @Boga217
    @Boga217 Рік тому +2

    Thats a Walgreens now on 833 market street. I actually met my wife on Facebook and remember I accepted her friend request when i was still homeless sitting outside it. I remembered the address right away because she was in Colorado but from San Francisco and was asking where I was. I sent a google pin and she saved the location lol

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      That's an interesting story with a happy ending. It's a funny world we live in and a little crazy, too. Thanks for the comment!👍😊

  • @brucelester6918
    @brucelester6918 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic mine! Delighted when you use ropes😊

  • @GLF-Video
    @GLF-Video Рік тому +2

    Very interesting. Thanks again for sharing.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      You're welcome. Glad that you found it interesting, and thanks for commenting!👍😄

  • @desertrat8322
    @desertrat8322 Рік тому +2

    Awesome video !! Alot of artifacts found

  • @mikeinlutz
    @mikeinlutz Рік тому +2

    remarkable engineering!!!

  • @RickNelsonMn
    @RickNelsonMn Рік тому +2

    Glad to see you guys doing well.
    Noticed that chunk bashed out of that ladder. A vertical angle, so must have been a bouncing rock. Not too little. It's weird. At a glance it didn't seem there was more damage below?
    Great artifacts and graffiti with dates 👍🏻

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +2

      Hi Rick. Who knows what happened to those ladders in a few places. There are so many possibilities that it's hard to guess. The ladders were in good shape at the lowest level which will be in part two of this video. Glad that you enjoyed the artifacts and graffiti. Thanks for the comment!👍😄

  • @factchecker9358
    @factchecker9358 Рік тому +2

    That was a lot of hard work back in the day.

  • @chuckh630
    @chuckh630 Рік тому

    Another great explore. Looking forward to the next part. Thank you!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      You're welcome and thanks for watching, Chuck. Part two will be out this coming Friday morning.😄

  • @eddie9903
    @eddie9903 Рік тому

    That was one tight hole you crawled into. That is one big scary mine. You guys are crazy man. I enjoyed watching you guys risk your life. I'm so glad you guys are safe.😮😮😮😮

  • @Justme85857
    @Justme85857 Рік тому +1

    Entertainment by the "Dynamic Duo"

  • @rickdale4921
    @rickdale4921 Рік тому

    Looking forward to seeing
    part 2, you both are Awsome, and this is my favorite
    channel ❤️

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching, Rick. Part two is up. The link should be in the video description. 👍😁

  • @davidsnider1703
    @davidsnider1703 Рік тому

    Great mine. That ore cart though. Wow

  • @lesbendo6363
    @lesbendo6363 Рік тому +2

    Good video, enjoyed it! 🇨🇦

  • @TheRockgremlin
    @TheRockgremlin 6 місяців тому

    Took some pretty big cajones to wriggle into that tiny little opening and immediately drop into a dark abyss. I'm guessing that not a lot of mine adventurists are intrepid enough to tackle this one.
    I'm always amazed at how well-built the ladders are in these mines. Sure there are a few loose rungs sometimes but on the whole they're as sturdy as if they were built just yesterday.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  6 місяців тому +1

      Yes, a little unsettling feeling your way in with your feet. Once inside, it wasn't too bad. The ladders are usually in great shape, as you mentioned. The main reason that I see that ladders in desert mines get wrecked is from rocks either falling naturally or from someone chucking them down the shaft. Rarely are they rotten.
      Thanks for watching, RG. This is one of our favorites. I hope you watch part 2.👍😊

  • @thomasanglin1751
    @thomasanglin1751 Рік тому +1

    Great video the ore cart is awesome

  • @bradwiebelhaus7065
    @bradwiebelhaus7065 Рік тому +1

    Good video, waiting for part 2.

  • @WHuske
    @WHuske 10 місяців тому

    very interesting mine with many artefacts

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  10 місяців тому

      Yes, it really is a fun one. Don't miss part two. Thanks for watching!👍😊

  • @AZRob56
    @AZRob56 Рік тому +1

    Tom & Julie,
    Very nicely done. Mine explorers extrordinare! Good effort on this one.
    Good narrative and lens work Tom.
    Julie, as usual, impresses with her rope skills and tenacity. Interesting and extensive mine. I enjoy the graffiti shots, even the, "colorful" variety. I sometimes try to research the names you show us to find some information on the miners.
    Interesting at times. Thanks for having me along. My hat is off to you.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Hi Rob. Hope you're making progress on the rehab. Thanks for the kind words on the mine and video. It was a really fun explore and we're glad that you liked it, too. The graffiti is always interesting. 👍😄

    • @AZRob56
      @AZRob56 Рік тому

      @@TomandJulieMineExploring You are deserving as always. I sent you some information I discovered on the graffiti you filmed.
      I find this sort of thing very interesting.

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      @@AZRob56 Thanks again for the information on the names, Rob!

  • @gmcnelly2468
    @gmcnelly2468 Рік тому +2

    good job!

  • @tednisbeth3088
    @tednisbeth3088 Рік тому

    amazing !

  • @adventureswithducky4088
    @adventureswithducky4088 Рік тому

    Following the smiling backpack again ......... :-) Thanks guys1

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому

      Haha, I remember you said that before. You're welcome and thank you for watching!👍😄

  • @potatothorn
    @potatothorn Рік тому

    you've got prince albert in a can! the land prices in that paper, wow/ before LA was developed, amazing offerings// all kinds of great stuff in here thanks for sharing

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Hi Thorn. It sure is fun to see those ads from 1920. You could really get a lot of land or house for a few grand. Glad that you enjoyed the explore. Thanks for the comment, and stay cool in your desert place. 👍🧊

    • @potatothorn
      @potatothorn Рік тому

      @@TomandJulieMineExploring i saw 119F at mine and then 130 in Death Valley later on/ was a real hot one last week!

    • @TomandJulieMineExploring
      @TomandJulieMineExploring  Рік тому +1

      Wow, that's smokin.