@@PinInTheAtlas I understand , my wife and I have had the pleasure of being owned by 7 dogs, all unique , loving snd loyal in their own way. Better than most people we've met over the years. Furry angels as my wife calls them, and we miss them every day.
Your mine terminology is coming along. A tunnel, however, is an adit that has openings (portals) at both ends. Usually, a tunnel enters a mountain on one side and exits on the other. I really enjoy your channel. Thanks, you two!
Your Pal Wonderhussy interviewed you both over on her channel and yada yada yada...I'm All In! Love interesting places and the stories and of course the History revealed is a treat and it really adds to the whole dish you are serving up from your Travelogue Menu! Thank You for saving us Newbies a Seat on The Tacoma and I'm sure many others from The WH Universe are right behind me! Cheers From Ohio
Well, thank you so much. There is plenty of room in Tonto for all those who want to come adventure-seeking. Hope you enjoy our content and all that our channel has to offer.
I saw your interview on Wonderhussy, so you look like an interesting couple headed for interesting adventures, so I just thought I might as well tag along. A HARDY TOAST TO YOU BOTH. CHEERS!!!!
The numbers painted on the "ribs" are where geologists collected rock samples for assaying. Different colors indicate different geologists likely at different times. Apparently the mine was studied for reopening possibly as an open pit. The existing deep cuts, according to a website, were excavated 1933-34. Desert taranulas are usually harmless and not aggressive.
Great video! Be safe so you enjoy the next one! Just my 2 cents: 12:44... 'Chasing a vein' and it petered out... no sense blasting further. If you look close remaining blast holes are bottom of drill hole only a few inches deep. 27:35 - 27:55... Tracks were covered by slide and they didn't bother digging that steel out when pulling the tracks. It got bad few years back of scrappers raiding mine sites for iron machinery for scrap when iron was high scrap prices. Buddy of mine had a theft. Scrappers cut down his steel 60' windmill, a steel load bin and every piece of steel at the mine. Cut it up and hauled it off. Organized group with torches and trailers... 30:44 yes, a tarantula... 99% of time very docile... Strange to us we've never seen one that deep in a mine. Most times near entrance where cool and prey comes in to cool. 34:54... possibly winch hoist and motor platform?... Had to be later of mine history... possibly post war. 42:48... Possibly base for a crusher.. or base for winch? Hard to tell without seeing whole operation layout.
Thank you so much for all of that info. We love receiving this kind of feedback, it really helps us out on our future explorations. We normally don't give out the real location names due to those despicable scrappers vandals and thieves. Unless of course the location is very well known and already picked through. Glad you enjoyed our adventure!
I don't have any underground mining experience and all my career was spent in open pit mining for industrial minerals (high purity white marble). It is not uncommon to collect blast hole drill chips and have them tested/assayed at a lab to direct further mining planning. In high value heavy metals mining that practice probably was established when technology was sufficiently advanced. It would not surprise me to find that profitable gold mines in the 50's were using this method to identify higher grade ore when planning mining for the next week or month. A simple way of marking drill holes to tie back to lab assays would be to use a numbering system spray painted on the face to mark where samples were taken. I really enjoyed this mine exploration. Seemed relatively safe to me. Keep up the good work.
This mine is relatively safe and has lots of foot traffic. We are not mine explorers - don't have the knowledge or the equipment, although there is something about them which is illuring. Thanks for the info on your mining experience and glad you enjoyed this exploration.
@@RaoulThomas007 Exactly, the roads are rough and remote enough by todays standards so getting and hauling materials up had to have been a job in itself!
Hi guys, Been a subscriber for a while now. Fantastic content!! I did see your interview with Wonderhussy!! Great insight, Feel we all know you 2 better now. Hang in there you guys have great content and soon you channel get the attention it deserves and grow.
Thank you, Dennis that means a great deal to us. There is a learning curve and we continue to learn and grow all the time. We are so appreciative of your support!
I thought for sure, once they were deep in the mine, looking at one of those long ladders, extending hundreds of feet below, WonderHussy’s exploration hat would dimly appear and then WonderHussy herself would appear in full exploration gear!
Just heard about you from my favorite youtuber Wonderhussy. You guys are awesome! The content, history, presentation, camera work and editing is spot on!!!! Wonderhussy has great taste!
With all that wandering all over in that mine it begs the question...Did you ever think you were lost and couldn't find how to get out? I didn't see any bread crumbs or strings to follow in that exploring! Great video - looking for more!
There were so many openings and the drifts all faced out, plus we had to keep stopping filming as there were so many other people venturing in. Glad you enjoyed it, Jim. We do have many, many more adventures to come.
Lol... "Don't piss it off or anything" at about 30:22.... Reminded of an old Don Knotts movie called The Ghost and Mr. Chicken....... Enjoying your videos.
I loved that Desert Tarantula 9Arizona Blond Tarantula,, you were very lucky to see one, but they are fairly common in limited parts of Arizona and Mexico. No Arachnophobia with you guys hehehehehe.
The quality of the video was fantastic. I felt at times I was there and touch the mine itself. The numbers and markings might have to do with a survey on the mine? Also; is it possible people might have chip away bits of the mine for a souvenir? To bad you couldn't find the ammo box. I hope somebody didn't take it.
Thank you very much Wayne. We were wondering if somebody had decided to take it, or if it had been placed on another level up the ladders. Perhaps they were chipping off bits for that purpose.
Through the rain, sleet, snow, and scary places, Wonderhussy braved them all, and then you guys come along and if Wonderhussy likes you I'm sure I will too. Good Luck you two!
Hey guys! I'm actually watching the video with wonderhussy even as we speak. As for the people who can't explore, you are doing a fine vicarious job!. As an occasional nomad myself I'd like to offer a suggestion; get one of those gazebo/pavilion shade devices. They generally sell for less than$100. They're tall enough to stand under and they ought to be taller than your truck. They generally measure 10x10 ft. I can erect mine solo in 3 minutes. You can also use tarps to enclose the sides for privacy or windproofing. Bon voyage, Mon Ami.
Funny you should say that, we were just looking at a few of those and going through our options until we can upgrade. Thank you for the suggestion and the support Mike, we really appreciate it!
The tarantula would have been where I turned away and booked it right out of there. Claustrophobia would hit long before I got very far anyway. You are both very brave!
Great video. Wonder what would have happened if spidey had decided to get between you and exit.:) Once when i was in Oklahoma i met this guy that would shoo the big spiders off the road. He would poke them with a stick he kept in his car just for that fact.Well he p.o.ed one and it jumped at him and landed on his face. Those things are as big as plates down there, and when you tease them they like to stand on their back legs. Moral of the story? When you see one stand on his back legs? Run baby, Run!!:) I've never been to the Tyro, but have watched some great mine exploration videos on it. Today i want to tell you about the "ribs". If you look down the back notice how it goes up a little and back down.. Those low spots are called ribs. That is do to the way they drill and shoot. The top holes are drilled up on a slight angle. By measuring between ribs you can determine how far their drill steel went into the rock. Anyway... thanks for the pin. You should have some pin the atlas hat pins made and sell them to help finance your great videos.
Thank you, Richard, Yeah I stay away from those things altogether, Andrea however, to my dismay thinks they are adorable! We had a practice hat made that I have been wearing for a little while now. The quality and type of hat isn't the best so we aren't going with that one. We also have some other merch, like shirts and a really nice hoodie we have our eyes on. We want quality products and have found a company we are interested in working with. Hopefully in time, once we get some of the kinks worked out we will have all of that up for sale.
Pfew, that was one big exploration! This mine didn't look as sketchy as some of the others you've ventured in; rock looked (in most places) pretty solid. But still: most of these old mines are totally blocked up with heavy duty metal grids surrounded by warning signs, while for this one only a 'welcome & explore' sign was missing?? Did that tarantula lose its way or something? Was very far in the mine imo.
The really solid rock is why we felt more comfortable venturing into this one. Plus no entrances were fenced off and no warnings, plus it does receive a fair amount of foot traffic. It was very far in there, maybe it hitched a ride!
@@PinInTheAtlas Don't want to think about it 'hitching a ride', brrrr! BTW: good to see the Sarah Jane is doing her best to give you guys a boost! Gotta love WH! ;-)
Wonderhussy sent me to your channel, if you ever decide to visit Michigan i have a 10 acre piece of heaven in Michigans upper Peninsular you are more than welcome to camp on as long as you like, fresh water nearby and lots to explore. Best times for no bugs is late july through September, October is beautiful with the fall colors after that it will get cold and the snow will show up !! Subscribed to your channel and am loving it !!
Awww, Wow thank you so much, we will have to put a Pin In The Atlas for that it sounds wonderful. We have only been to Michigan once and that was many years ago to cross over into Canada. So definitely a place to go back to one of these days!
I saw you on Wonderhussy interview and subscribed. I am always interested in exploring mines. I don't know why. You should check out "Exploring abandoned mines and unusual places" channel. He goes into great detail of the mines like the face, stope, etc. and I have always thought he sounds like John Cusak because he doesn't show his face. I think his name is frank. You should check him out as I have seen every one of his videos. hehe 8-)
I did a little research on that mine and according to Google it still has gold and silver in it according to the test they did they say it would still be profitable to reopen that mine
The Tyro mine was reopened in early 1980’s . They open cut and reworked the old tailing piles . When the price of gold dropped , they closed it down. There is a water line that was put in and runs all the way down to lake Mohave .
Come down south of Bullhead to Aguila area and lots of abandoned mines here... Little Giant, Bullard, Snowball, El Tigre, Rich Hill, Potato Patch, Blackhawk mines, to name a few within miles of each other in Aguila and Big Horn Mining Districts. Some used during war effort for metals needed. Copper and manganese for armor plate (and a bit of gold on the side).... Native American ruins.. You could spend a week here and not see it all. Drop me a message for directions... Been to most of them.
@@PinInTheAtlas When I was little we were messing with a BW egg and the mother came crawling after us, I kept scooting back, I have a deep fear of them ever since.
I’m with you regarding spiders, Steven. And claustrophobic so I had trouble even watching this. That was a female tarantula. I got the feeling even before the tarantula that you were uneasy in there. Good video other then the heebie-jeebies. OK, inquiring minds want to know. Where was the bathroom?
Thank you Kat. I'm always on the lookout for the creepy crawlies and have seen other mine explorers find tarantulas and of course we had to find one also. This mine was very tall and wide unlike some others we have been in so that was great for me not to be leaned over the whole time. We searched everywhere for the bathroom so somebody must have run off with the honey bucket!
Thanks for your concern, Jacqueline. We don't normally venture too far into mines for safety purposes plus we are inexperienced. This mine, however, is very well known and is visited regularly. While we were there we met at least a dozen people. Thank you so much for watching, and we hope you enjoy our other adventures.
Thank you for finding us again. You are not the first person to say that about notifications. Not sure what is going on with UA-cam!. Hopefully, the issue is resolved, and you now get them. We post every Tuesday at 7am Pasific plus additional content sometimes later in the week.
For mine terminology you could hook up with someone who is really knowledgeable or watch some other You Tube videos - - an evening with Frank from Exploring Abandoned Mines especially when he's with Sharon as he is extremely careful explaining things to her while going into some levels that are super sketchy and she has rightly pulled back on his unbridled endeavors several times. He does stuff I know you're not into but he is very knowledgeable about mines and techniques for exploring them and mineralogy - - he even has his own mining museum. Awhile back I mentioned to Frank on his channel a lot of interesting things I had found hunting and exploring in Arizona where I grew up back in the 60s and how I wish we had today's electronics recording devices back then like they do now to record these things as many are just a memory without much trace left some 50 years later. Well next thing you know Frank hooked up with Gly from Abandoned and Forgotten Places in Arizona exploring mines in Arizona and the Southwest. Remember when I found some old mines or mining set ups I was hunting not out looking for anything but game but I'm a die hard history buff so I would ask question and try to find out about things I came across. I did not have a mining background so I barely knew any of the proper terminology but between Gly and Frank I gained that knowledge. I have participated in archaeological digs and have been scuba diving on wrecks for over 30 years. You seem to find a lot of things I'd like to know more about and it would be more interesting if you knew the why and the wherefore so if you watch stuff from those 2 guys your knowledge base will increase ten fold. That tarantula was more afraid of you than you were of it - - well maybe its a tie hehe. The sad part is when you get older and have learned everything there is to know nature plays a trick on you and makes you start to forget. In 2018 I went back to Arizona for our 50th class reunion and the pulp and paper mill our family moved to Arizona from Canada to open in 1961 is now a ghost. The old adobe structures in what was a ghost town not far from the mill back then is now gone so it is very important people record these places because you can turn around and they're gone - - good hunting on your adventures - - keep up the good work. And one final remark to your viewers/followers - - something that has survived the ravages of time (native artifacts, abandoned structures and the like) would benefit greatly from having you not leave your trash behind or your signature or witty sayings on the walls in any shape or fashion - - preserve and remember history don't deface it
@@PinInTheAtlas I look for videos of places I am familiar with or similar environments but when I was there it was a night and day difference in the condition - - nature is relentless. Back in the 1960s we didn't have the gear available now in fact my mode of transportation on many hunting trips was on horse back - - original 4 wheel drive. When we drove off the Mogollon Rim to the Valley we'd see head frames still being used in some mines in the hills of the low desert areas. I've hunted all over the Superstitions, the Rim area and the Salt river Canyon on foot and on horseback - - I've actually been in the White House ruins in Canyon De Chelly but people couldn't just look they had to mess with it now there's a fence so you see it from behind that fence no more getting inside. White Mountain Lake was actually named Daggs Reservoir but developers didn't think that was classy enough and Rte. 66 and Interstate 40 ran right through Holbrook, Joe City and Winslow, etc so when I watch your videos I go back in time in my mind to what things looked like in the 60s and 70s. So if exploring these places is in your soul imagine what it was like seeing them when the buildings were less run down but rather had walls standing and a roof or at least part of one and not in the state we find them today - - I look forward to your new stuff. So Randy, Mr. M , Gly, Frank and Sharon plus Jeff he knows his mineralogy for sure - - wow what a crew - - a dream team in the new one hahaha I see why the recommendation GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You never know what you are going to find....life is an adventure, Vick. But we do know that there are spiders. In all seriousness, we do know of some mine explorers who have come across mountain lions and bobcats. Not sure about the bears though!
Beware of loud voices in mines, dont want to cause a cave in. Why no hard hats? I went into a few in colo in the 70s, the risk caused anxiety and so i stopped.
Mining terminology is so confusing . The miners REMOVE ore and waste rock , so instead of an "Adit" , technically shouldn't it be called a "Subtract-it" . LOL .
Climbing around this site is real dangerous if one you slipped hate to say your fate. i would love to see the site but would stay on the ground, too dangerous. Be very careful as rocks cause you to slip and slide, and again this place is not safe,......
Hey, just watched Wonderhussy’s video on you guys and subscribed. Not surprisingly, I also have a channel, I’d be honored if you’d check it out! Zumalou7. Love to meet up someday for an adventure! And my sound still needs work!
Thanks for supporting us. We had major issues with sound, even after we bought a new mic. Every time we set up to film, the wind decided to join us! We have since purchased lavalier mics which we are really happy with. And of course, we'll check out your channel.
@@PinInTheAtlas I bought some Rode Mics to attach to my iPhone. It’s better, but the wind, as you know, blows loud and hard in the desert sometimes what brand did you get? WhT do you film with? Your Project M info was great- I’m always fantasizing about another rig/ set up- that looks like a great one.
@@zumalou7566 Our Rode mic didn't work for us. We purchased the Comica Lav mic wireless system. So far we are extremely happy with them. Much more expensive, but the quality is worth it. We film on the iPhone 11 pro max. We are really excited about the Project M, we keep talking about it so hopefully one day very soon we will be able to upgrade.
The ""graffitti" is mine survey markings. Hope you have or get air quality monitors, if you do any more mine exploring ... because you obviously dont know what you are doing, or looking at ... However, I can say, that the lady has the much bigger cahones ... 😒
You are totally correct. We are not mine explorers and don't have the equipment either. We don't normally venture too far into mines for those reasons - preferring to leave that to the experts.This particular mine is exceptionally well travelled and has many exits/escape routes. While we were exploring, we met at least a dozen other people. Thank you so much for your concern.
Wonderhussy sent me here. I enjoy the sounds of your shoes on the gravel, one of those asmr things. Enjoyed the exploration too.
Mike
Thanks, Mike. Glad you are joining us on our adventures.
Found out about your channel from Sarah (wonder hussy). Seems like a good video and I will have to watch more. Great content and format..
Thank you, Edward. We hope you will find our other content enjoyable as well.
Sarah sent me but when I heard the Harvey story I knew I'd have to subscribe. Safe travels.
Thanks, Rev. Harvey was my pride and joy, and we miss him every day. He was a great travel companion and came with us everywhere.
@@PinInTheAtlas I understand , my wife and I have had the pleasure of being owned by 7 dogs, all unique , loving snd loyal in their own way. Better than most people we've met over the years. Furry angels as my wife calls them, and we miss them every day.
@@rev.scruffy2249 My Dad always said, "Never trust anyone who doesn't like animals." My Dad was a wise man.
@@PinInTheAtlas VERY wise IMO
Here via Wonderhussy! 😎🥰👍👍👍
Welcome, John. Thank you.
Your mine terminology is coming along. A tunnel, however, is an adit that has openings (portals) at both ends. Usually, a tunnel enters a mountain on one side and exits on the other. I really enjoy your channel. Thanks, you two!
Glad you are enjoying our channel, Ralph. Each new explore brings more terminology - although sometimes we do forget.
Hey Folks! I believe in what you do! keep it up! Follow your dreams!
Thanks for your support, we really appreciate it.
Your Pal Wonderhussy interviewed you both over on her channel and yada yada yada...I'm All In! Love interesting places and the stories and of course the History revealed is a treat and it really adds to the whole dish you are serving up from your Travelogue Menu! Thank You for saving us Newbies a Seat on The Tacoma and I'm sure many others from The WH Universe are right behind me! Cheers From Ohio
Well, thank you so much. There is plenty of room in Tonto for all those who want to come adventure-seeking. Hope you enjoy our content and all that our channel has to offer.
Helloooooo . A wounderfull hussy sent me by and so happy she did . Well enough gabbing got me some vids to enjoy latter.
Helloooooo. Glad you are joining us on our adventures. The first few vids are a little rough around the edges. This is a huge learning curve!
Wonderhussy sent me here, subbed and rang the bell!
Hello, Matty. Thanks for the sub. Hope you enjoy our content and future explores.
@@PinInTheAtlas Loving your channel so far!
I saw your interview on Wonderhussy, so you look like an interesting couple headed for interesting adventures, so I just thought I might as well tag along. A HARDY TOAST TO YOU BOTH. CHEERS!!!!
Cheers, Bubby, and welcome. We hope you enjoy everything our channel has to offer.
Wonder Hussey brought me here and I am going to subscribe to y'all channel.
Much success and satisfaction with your journeys. 🙋🏽♀️
We really appreciate your sub, Desiree, and hope you enjoy our other adventures.
Thankyou for that wonderful adventure, loved every minute, love carol Morecambe uk
Thank you so much, Carol, we are very happy you enjoyed this explore.
The numbers painted on the "ribs" are where geologists collected rock samples for assaying. Different colors indicate different geologists likely at different times. Apparently the mine was studied for reopening possibly as an open pit. The existing deep cuts, according to a website, were excavated 1933-34. Desert taranulas are usually harmless and not aggressive.
Thanks for the info Jan
That makes a lot of sense, Jan. We too, think that they looked at making it an open pit. So glad they didn't.
Thanks to Sarah for introducing us now we have double the adventures
Glad you are joining us on our explores. Thank you for tagging along.
Great video! Be safe so you enjoy the next one!
Just my 2 cents:
12:44... 'Chasing a vein' and it petered out... no sense blasting further. If you look close remaining blast holes are bottom of drill hole only a few inches deep.
27:35 - 27:55... Tracks were covered by slide and they didn't bother digging that steel out when pulling the tracks. It got bad few years back of scrappers raiding mine sites for iron machinery for scrap when iron was high scrap prices. Buddy of mine had a theft. Scrappers cut down his steel 60' windmill, a steel load bin and every piece of steel at the mine. Cut it up and hauled it off. Organized group with torches and trailers...
30:44 yes, a tarantula... 99% of time very docile... Strange to us we've never seen one that deep in a mine. Most times near entrance where cool and prey comes in to cool.
34:54... possibly winch hoist and motor platform?... Had to be later of mine history... possibly post war.
42:48... Possibly base for a crusher.. or base for winch? Hard to tell without seeing whole operation layout.
Thank you so much for all of that info. We love receiving this kind of feedback, it really helps us out on our future explorations. We normally don't give out the real location names due to those despicable scrappers vandals and thieves. Unless of course the location is very well known and already picked through. Glad you enjoyed our adventure!
I don't have any underground mining experience and all my career was spent in open pit mining for industrial minerals (high purity white marble). It is not uncommon to collect blast hole drill chips and have them tested/assayed at a lab to direct further mining planning. In high value heavy metals mining that practice probably was established when technology was sufficiently advanced. It would not surprise me to find that profitable gold mines in the 50's were using this method to identify higher grade ore when planning mining for the next week or month. A simple way of marking drill holes to tie back to lab assays would be to use a numbering system spray painted on the face to mark where samples were taken.
I really enjoyed this mine exploration. Seemed relatively safe to me.
Keep up the good work.
This mine is relatively safe and has lots of foot traffic. We are not mine explorers - don't have the knowledge or the equipment, although there is something about them which is illuring. Thanks for the info on your mining experience and glad you enjoyed this exploration.
wonderhussy sent me here. just subscribed.. g,day from melbourne australia.
Welcome, William. Thanks for the sub. Hopefully, we will venture to the Land Down Under to do some explores there in the future.
Good luck. Wonderhussy brought me here!
Welcome, Lance. glad you've come along for the ride.
Those old mines are amazing! I'm fascinated by the old timber and lumber they used.
They were absolutely master-craftsman. We are always in awe of how much work was involved in the entire mining process.
Always wonder where that timber came from!
@@RaoulThomas007 Exactly, the roads are rough and remote enough by todays standards so getting and hauling materials up had to have been a job in itself!
Enjoyed the journey into the mine! You two sure do find some very interesting places!
Thank you, Linda. Andrea does exhaustive research finding these cool out of the way places.
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We love it too Sharlene!
That was so cool!! Amazing to see. So interesting what a massive site. Thanks for exploring it. Great guys I so enjoyed it even the tarantula. Lol
Hey, Paula! Thank you! Andrea enjoyed the tarantula also, I not so much, but it certainly added to the experience!
The video quality is superb and love from Nepal
Thanks, Harish. Nepal is one of those places I have always wanted to visit. It's pinned on the atlas.
As extensive as that mine is, I hope it was profitable for the owner(s)! Impressive! Thanks for sharing this adventure!
So very glad you enjoyed this one Kerry!
Thanks for sharing your experience. Great to see all the work the old timers did. Plenty of good rich looking color
Hi guys,
Been a subscriber for a while now.
Fantastic content!!
I did see your interview with Wonderhussy!! Great insight, Feel we all know you 2 better now.
Hang in there you guys have great content and soon you channel get the attention it deserves and grow.
Thank you, Dennis that means a great deal to us. There is a learning curve and we continue to learn and grow all the time. We are so appreciative of your support!
I thought for sure, once they were deep in the mine, looking at one of those long ladders, extending hundreds of feet below, WonderHussy’s exploration hat would dimly appear and then WonderHussy herself would appear in full exploration gear!
@@RaoulThomas007 That would have been hysterical! Maybe we can try to plan something like that in the future. Don't tell anyone though...
Just came here and subscribed from Wonderhussy 👍be safe and have fun.
Really appreciate your support, and sincerely hope you enjoy the rest of our exploits.
Just heard about you from my favorite youtuber Wonderhussy. You guys are awesome! The content, history, presentation, camera work and editing is spot on!!!! Wonderhussy has great taste!
Cheers, Jason. We really appreciate your comments and your support. UA-cam is a huge learning curve, and hopefully, our videos will improve each time.
Hello from Indiana great video 🖖🏼🏍🍺✌️😁😁
Hello, Moe from Indiana. Glad you enjoyed the show.
Wonderhussy brought me here but I will enjoy.
Welcome, and thank you.
Wonder Hussy says to like and subscribe!!! Good luck to you both.
Thanks for your support, and we hope you enjoy what our channel has to offer.
With all that wandering all over in that mine it begs the question...Did you ever think you were lost and couldn't find how to get out? I didn't see any bread crumbs or strings to follow in that exploring! Great video - looking for more!
There were so many openings and the drifts all faced out, plus we had to keep stopping filming as there were so many other people venturing in. Glad you enjoyed it, Jim. We do have many, many more adventures to come.
That looked like a Tarantula to me 😳 YIKES!!
My sentiments exactly Kala. Andrea on the other hand thought it was super cute...
@@PinInTheAtlas you two are brave souls... Andrea there are no cute spiders! 😆
Thanks
Lol... "Don't piss it off or anything" at about 30:22.... Reminded of an old Don Knotts movie called The Ghost and Mr. Chicken....... Enjoying your videos.
Yep, Steve hates spiders 🕷️ 🤣 glad you’re enjoying our videos LM. We post new content every Tuesday 7am PST. See you on our next adventure.
Love exploring with you
Thank you, Raymond!
I loved that Desert Tarantula 9Arizona Blond Tarantula,, you were very lucky to see one, but they are fairly common in limited parts of Arizona and Mexico.
No Arachnophobia with you guys hehehehehe.
That is the first living one we have seen throughout the deserts. Andrea wants to see the migration... I'm not so keen.
@@PinInTheAtlas
I saw a migration of tarantulas once up in Central California. It was a sight.
@@billmccabe6188 I would so love to see that. Steven,on the other hand is NOT keen.
Thank you.
I saw your interview with Wonder hussy. Maybe you'll want to consider some gold panning while you're exploring gold mines :-)
Hi, Dennis. We wouldn't know what we were looking at! lol
The quality of the video was fantastic. I felt at times I was there and touch the mine itself. The numbers and markings might have to do with a survey on the mine? Also; is it possible people might have chip away bits of the mine for a souvenir? To bad you couldn't find the ammo box. I hope somebody didn't take it.
Thank you very much Wayne. We were wondering if somebody had decided to take it, or if it had been placed on another level up the ladders. Perhaps they were chipping off bits for that purpose.
@@PinInTheAtlas As my friend Sometimes used to say: people can be funny. But not in ha ha ha way.
@@waynebender8835 Funny Peculiar, not Funny Ha Ha
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Through the rain, sleet, snow, and scary places, Wonderhussy braved them all, and then you guys come along and if Wonderhussy likes you I'm sure I will too. Good Luck you two!
Thank you very much, our content is a little different but we hope you will enjoy it just as much.
Hey guys! I'm actually watching the video with wonderhussy even as we speak. As for the people who can't explore, you are doing a fine vicarious job!. As an occasional nomad myself I'd like to offer a suggestion; get one of those gazebo/pavilion shade devices. They generally sell for less than$100. They're tall enough to stand under and they ought to be taller than your truck. They generally measure 10x10 ft. I can erect mine solo in 3 minutes. You can also use tarps to enclose the sides for privacy or windproofing. Bon voyage, Mon Ami.
Funny you should say that, we were just looking at a few of those and going through our options until we can upgrade. Thank you for the suggestion and the support Mike, we really appreciate it!
The tarantula would have been where I turned away and booked it right out of there. Claustrophobia would hit long before I got very far anyway. You are both very brave!
This wasn't as bad as it looked, Sandy. There were lots of openings back to the outside world.
New subscriber here, Greetings from Newcastle upon Tyne, England, UK.
Welcome Luke and thanks for the sub. Hope you enjoy the rest of our content. Many more pins to come.
You should get an oxygen tester if you are going in mines. Stay safe and healthy.
That is something we have talked about looking into for the future if we keep going into mines.
Great video. Wonder what would have happened if spidey had decided to get between you and exit.:) Once when i was in Oklahoma i met this guy that would shoo the big spiders off the road. He would poke them with a stick he kept in his car just for that fact.Well he p.o.ed one and it jumped at him and landed on his face. Those things are as big as plates down there, and when you tease them they like to stand on their back legs. Moral of the story? When you see one stand on his back legs? Run baby, Run!!:) I've never been to the Tyro, but have watched some great mine exploration videos on it. Today i want to tell you about the "ribs". If you look down the back notice how it goes up a little and back down.. Those low spots are called ribs. That is do to the way they drill and shoot. The top holes are drilled up on a slight angle. By measuring between ribs you can determine how far their drill steel went into the rock. Anyway... thanks for the pin. You should have some pin the atlas hat pins made and sell them to help finance your great videos.
Thank you, Richard, Yeah I stay away from those things altogether, Andrea however, to my dismay thinks they are adorable! We had a practice hat made that I have been wearing for a little while now. The quality and type of hat isn't the best so we aren't going with that one. We also have some other merch, like shirts and a really nice hoodie we have our eyes on. We want quality products and have found a company we are interested in working with. Hopefully in time, once we get some of the kinks worked out we will have all of that up for sale.
@@PinInTheAtlas Cool. Will be looking for it. Y'all stay cool. 123 here today. Blah, can't really go out today so staying home and enjoying.
If I saw a spider that big I would be running out of there screaming like little girl and I'm a 65 year old dude :-) Peace
So funny. Steven is the same about spiders!
I'm enjoying your videos
Thank you Anthony. We still have a lot to learn and many more “pins” to come.
Looks fascinating! I'm hitting fossil creek tomorrow. Keep enjoying life and the road!! Timmy C Arizona
It really was! Enjoy Fossil Creek, we are loving life and the road. There are so many Pins to put in our Atlas.
Nicely done. BTW Wonderhussy sent me here. You have a new subscriber. :)
Thank you and Welcome Samuel, we hope you enjoy the rest of our content!
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Just learned about you guys through Wonder Hussy.....good luck. I love your content.
Hi, Ray. Thank you so much for joining us on our adventures.
Looks like your meeting with Wonderhussy got you lots of new viewers. Enjoy
It certainly helped, Chuck. We are very grateful to Sarah and are planning to do some more explores with her very soon.
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I enjoyed the video and will watch more.
Thank you Bill, we hope you will enjoy more of our content. Our early videos the sound isn't great just as a warning.
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I think the sound is what gets everyone when they first start. Lol.
They map out the rock surface like a grid so they know from which square section the core samples come from. For result purposes.
suppose i better say thumbs up for wanderhussy sending me over too
Welcome aboard. Hope you enjoy the ride and adventures Wraith.
Pfew, that was one big exploration! This mine didn't look as sketchy as some of the others you've ventured in; rock looked (in most places) pretty solid. But still: most of these old mines are totally blocked up with heavy duty metal grids surrounded by warning signs, while for this one only a 'welcome & explore' sign was missing?? Did that tarantula lose its way or something? Was very far in the mine imo.
The really solid rock is why we felt more comfortable venturing into this one. Plus no entrances were fenced off and no warnings, plus it does receive a fair amount of foot traffic. It was very far in there, maybe it hitched a ride!
@@PinInTheAtlas Don't want to think about it 'hitching a ride', brrrr!
BTW: good to see the Sarah Jane is doing her best to give you guys a boost! Gotta love WH! ;-)
@@pixelpeter3883 She sure is. And is great fun to explore with.
Wonderhussy sent me to your channel, if you ever decide to visit Michigan i have a 10 acre piece of heaven in Michigans upper Peninsular you are more than welcome to camp on as long as you like, fresh water nearby and lots to explore. Best times for no bugs is late july through September, October is beautiful with the fall colors after that it will get cold and the snow will show up !! Subscribed to your channel and am loving it !!
Awww, Wow thank you so much, we will have to put a Pin In The Atlas for that it sounds wonderful. We have only been to Michigan once and that was many years ago to cross over into Canada. So definitely a place to go back to one of these days!
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I subscribed before looking because Wonderhussy recommended you.
Your at the entrance to the mine as I watch this for the first time. 🙂
Welcome, Bill. We hope you enjoy our content. We have so many adventures and pins.
thank you wonderhussy cool videos
Welcome, John. Glad you are enjoying our content.
Great video I'm glad Wonder Hussy sent me your way
Thank you, Bob we are very happy you have come over!
Lovya guys... Sweet footage... PIN IT......
Thank you Stacey, We really appreciate that, hope you enjoy the rest of our videos. We have lots more to come.
I saw you on Wonderhussy interview and subscribed. I am always interested in exploring mines. I don't know why. You should check out "Exploring abandoned mines and unusual places" channel. He goes into great detail of the mines like the face, stope, etc. and I have always thought he sounds like John Cusak because he doesn't show his face. I think his name is frank. You should check him out as I have seen every one of his videos. hehe 8-)
We support Frank, yes he is one of the good mine explorers. He even does cooking on occasions. Glad to have you with us on our adventures.
I want to say Hi . Just watched Wonder Hussy so here I am
Hi Bob and Welcome we hope you enjoy the rest of our content
It looks like they were taking core samples, to me. To test and see if the rock is worth mining.
I did a little research on that mine and according to Google it still has gold and silver in it according to the test they did they say it would still be profitable to reopen that mine
We think they were looking into making it an open pit. Hope not. It’s a fantastic place to explore
Wonderhussy gave you a big boost in subscribers. I was one of them.
Thank you and welcome to Pin in the Atlas. We hope you enjoy the adventures.
The Tyro mine was reopened in early 1980’s . They open cut and reworked the old tailing piles . When the price of gold dropped , they closed it down. There is a water line that was put in and runs all the way down to lake Mohave .
So that explains it! Thank you Art we appreciate that information!
Wonderhussy sent me to...give them my love, this is a really cool video.
Glad you are joining us on our adventures. We have so many more "Pins" to come.
Interesting how the dry climate preserves the wood and iron in the mines. As pristine as back in the day.
It is amazing, and wonderful to see and touch in person.
Come down south of Bullhead to Aguila area and lots of abandoned mines here... Little Giant, Bullard, Snowball, El Tigre, Rich Hill, Potato Patch, Blackhawk mines, to name a few within miles of each other in Aguila and Big Horn Mining Districts. Some used during war effort for metals needed. Copper and manganese for armor plate (and a bit of gold on the side).... Native American ruins.. You could spend a week here and not see it all. Drop me a message for directions... Been to most of them.
Thank you very much for the info. We have an email, info4pinintheatlas@gmail.com if you have any other places you would like us to explore!
The spray paint markings are done by more modern surveys. The take samples out of the mine and see if it would be worth it to work the mine again.
That makes total sense, Ed.
This looks like the mountains behind my home.
This was a really stunning area of AZ.
holes were from samples taken--or for blasting with dynamite---ever wonder where all the tunell rock went
Yes, it's a mystery Alex.
That hairy tarantula is awesome.
I thought it was really cute. Steve on the other hand, did not like it what-so-ever!
@@PinInTheAtlas My daughter has a tattoo of a very large black widow on her arm, shoulder and back... creepy AF. She is still scared of spiders... LOL
@@seebreannarowdscrosshere6312 Black widows even I'm not fond of.
@@PinInTheAtlas When I was little we were messing with a BW egg and the mother came crawling after us, I kept scooting back, I have a deep fear of them ever since.
I’m with you regarding spiders, Steven. And claustrophobic so I had trouble even watching this. That was a female tarantula. I got the feeling even before the tarantula that you were uneasy in there. Good video other then the heebie-jeebies. OK, inquiring minds want to know. Where was the bathroom?
Thank you Kat. I'm always on the lookout for the creepy crawlies and have seen other mine explorers find tarantulas and of course we had to find one also. This mine was very tall and wide unlike some others we have been in so that was great for me not to be leaned over the whole time. We searched everywhere for the bathroom so somebody must have run off with the honey bucket!
I think your nuts to go in an abandoned mine! It’s too much risk in the middle of nowhere. Be safe exploring please!
Thanks for your concern, Jacqueline. We don't normally venture too far into mines for safety purposes plus we are inexperienced. This mine, however, is very well known and is visited regularly. While we were there we met at least a dozen people. Thank you so much for watching, and we hope you enjoy our other adventures.
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Hello Sharlene, you Star!! The main ore they were after in this particular mine was Gold.
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yes it was another great video. You will sleep well after this one.
Thanks, James. It was quite a hike, and we had to do it twice because we lost some of our footage!!!
Caught you again on WH's channel. I wasn't getting your notifications
Thank you for finding us again. You are not the first person to say that about notifications. Not sure what is going on with UA-cam!. Hopefully, the issue is resolved, and you now get them. We post every Tuesday at 7am Pasific plus additional content sometimes later in the week.
Use a lower lighting setting so you don't wash out the mine. Not ceiling it's a back
We need better flashlights one has already broken. Do you have any suggestions for a decent and fairly inexpensive one Roberta?
For mine terminology you could hook up with someone who is really knowledgeable or watch some other You Tube videos - - an evening with Frank from Exploring Abandoned Mines especially when he's with Sharon as he is extremely careful explaining things to her while going into some levels that are super sketchy and she has rightly pulled back on his unbridled endeavors several times. He does stuff I know you're not into but he is very knowledgeable about mines and techniques for exploring them and mineralogy - - he even has his own mining museum. Awhile back I mentioned to Frank on his channel a lot of interesting things I had found hunting and exploring in Arizona where I grew up back in the 60s and how I wish we had today's electronics recording devices back then like they do now to record these things as many are just a memory without much trace left some 50 years later. Well next thing you know Frank hooked up with Gly from Abandoned and Forgotten Places in Arizona exploring mines in Arizona and the Southwest. Remember when I found some old mines or mining set ups I was hunting not out looking for anything but game but I'm a die hard history buff so I would ask question and try to find out about things I came across. I did not have a mining background so I barely knew any of the proper terminology but between Gly and Frank I gained that knowledge. I have participated in archaeological digs and have been scuba diving on wrecks for over 30 years. You seem to find a lot of things I'd like to know more about and it would be more interesting if you knew the why and the wherefore so if you watch stuff from those 2 guys your knowledge base will increase ten fold. That tarantula was more afraid of you than you were of it - - well maybe its a tie hehe. The sad part is when you get older and have learned everything there is to know nature plays a trick on you and makes you start to forget. In 2018 I went back to Arizona for our 50th class reunion and the pulp and paper mill our family moved to Arizona from Canada to open in 1961 is now a ghost. The old adobe structures in what was a ghost town not far from the mill back then is now gone so it is very important people record these places because you can turn around and they're gone - - good hunting on your adventures - - keep up the good work. And one final remark to your viewers/followers - - something that has survived the ravages of time (native artifacts, abandoned structures and the like) would benefit greatly from having you not leave your trash behind or your signature or witty sayings on the walls in any shape or fashion - - preserve and remember history don't deface it
Make sure you watch our video coming out tomorrow Gary. I’m sure you will enjoy it!
@@PinInTheAtlas I look for videos of places I am familiar with or similar environments but when I was there it was a night and day difference in the condition - - nature is relentless. Back in the 1960s we didn't have the gear available now in fact my mode of transportation on many hunting trips was on horse back - - original 4 wheel drive. When we drove off the Mogollon Rim to the Valley we'd see head frames still being used in some mines in the hills of the low desert areas. I've hunted all over the Superstitions, the Rim area and the Salt river Canyon on foot and on horseback - - I've actually been in the White House ruins in Canyon De Chelly but people couldn't just look they had to mess with it now there's a fence so you see it from behind that fence no more getting inside. White Mountain Lake was actually named Daggs Reservoir but developers didn't think that was classy enough and Rte. 66 and Interstate 40 ran right through Holbrook, Joe City and Winslow, etc so when I watch your videos I go back in time in my mind to what things looked like in the 60s and 70s. So if exploring these places is in your soul imagine what it was like seeing them when the buildings were less run down but rather had walls standing and a roof or at least part of one and not in the state we find them today - - I look forward to your new stuff. So Randy, Mr. M , Gly, Frank and Sharon plus Jeff he knows his mineralogy for sure - - wow what a crew - - a dream team in the new one hahaha I see why the recommendation GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am sitting in my recliner telling You, " don't go any further. does anyone know where you are?" Gramma Candy
Yes, we give Steve’s sister our gps coordinates and a time line. Plus this particular mine is well trafficked. We saw several people on our explore.
Those smaller holes look like ore sampling. Gramma Candy
They could be Candy
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@@Rakrator Thank you very much, hope you enjoy the rest of our content!
Are there any lions or bears that live in those caves? ☺️
You never know what you are going to find....life is an adventure, Vick. But we do know that there are spiders. In all seriousness, we do know of some mine explorers who have come across mountain lions and bobcats. Not sure about the bears though!
@@PinInTheAtlas ok have fun out there but be safe
Beware of loud voices in mines, dont want to cause a cave in. Why no hard hats?
I went into a few in colo in the 70s, the risk caused anxiety and so i stopped.
They actually just reopen the tyro mine.
Really wow. Wonder if they will open pit it!
@@PinInTheAtlas I live 30 miles away if I hear anything about it I'll let you know
Mining terminology is so confusing . The miners REMOVE ore and waste rock , so instead of an "Adit" , technically shouldn't it be called a "Subtract-it" . LOL .
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Definitely a tarantula, lol
I thought he / she was cute. Steven hates spiders!
They will chase you if you're not careful.
I tried to warn her Janis 😆!
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No sign of mineralization - maybe a scam mine...
There is a lot of mining activity in the area - but hey, anything is possible!
Climbing around this site is real dangerous if one you slipped hate to say your fate. i would love to see the site but would stay on the ground, too dangerous. Be very careful as rocks cause you to slip and slide, and again this place is not safe,......
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Life is full of mysteries John. LOL
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Good for you two, not my cup of tea.
Hey, just watched Wonderhussy’s video on you guys and subscribed. Not surprisingly, I also have a channel, I’d be honored if you’d check it out! Zumalou7. Love to meet up someday for an adventure! And my sound still needs work!
Thanks for supporting us. We had major issues with sound, even after we bought a new mic. Every time we set up to film, the wind decided to join us! We have since purchased lavalier mics which we are really happy with. And of course, we'll check out your channel.
@@PinInTheAtlas I bought some Rode Mics to attach to my iPhone. It’s better, but the wind, as you know, blows loud and hard in the desert sometimes what brand did you get? WhT do you film with? Your Project M info was great- I’m always fantasizing about another rig/ set up- that looks like a great one.
@@zumalou7566 Our Rode mic didn't work for us. We purchased the Comica Lav mic wireless system. So far we are extremely happy with them. Much more expensive, but the quality is worth it. We film on the iPhone 11 pro max. We are really excited about the Project M, we keep talking about it so hopefully one day very soon we will be able to upgrade.
The ""graffitti" is mine survey markings. Hope you have or get air quality monitors, if you do any more mine exploring ... because you obviously dont know what you are doing, or looking at ... However, I can say, that the lady has the much bigger cahones ... 😒
You are totally correct. We are not mine explorers and don't have the equipment either. We don't normally venture too far into mines for those reasons - preferring to leave that to the experts.This particular mine is exceptionally well travelled and has many exits/escape routes. While we were exploring, we met at least a dozen other people. Thank you so much for your concern.