I've Been Living In A Ghost Town Almost 4 Years!

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  • Опубліковано 26 вер 2024
  • Check out drinklmnt.com/... for a FREE 8 sample pack of their electrolyte mix with any purchase. I take LMNT with me everywhere here on the property...even 900 feet underground. It's a game changer!
    ALSO - I wrote a book! I have been working on this for almost two years now and I am SO excited to finally announce it. I put my put my heart and soul into this thing and really dug deep on making sense of these past 3+ years living up here. The book has all sorts of new stories, insights, and history of the town. I think it’s the best content I’ve ever made.
    If you've ever got anything out of this channel, I hope you'll consider pre-ordering the book. It is a HUGE way to show support for everything going on and would mean the world to me.
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    Available in all formats - hardcover, e-book and audio: www.penguinran...
    If you do pre-order the book before Nov. 30th, I have some special bonuses for you:
    - Buy 1 book and get unreleased pages from the book and an unreleased full video of some of the best mine exploration I've never shown.
    - Buy 5 books and I'll send you a signed page from the draft manuscript for you to have.
    - Buy 10 books and you'll get an invite to a VIP party / tour of Cerro Gordo, hosted by me at Cerro Gordo, in April of 2024.
    - Forward all receipts of the book to: book@cerrogordomines.com.
    *If you've already ordered 1 copy and want to take advantage of any higher tier, please forward new receipt to: book@cerrogordomines.com
    THANK YOU ALL SO SO MUCH FOR THE ONGOING SUPPORT! I hope you'll consider pre-ordering my book, as it means so much!

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  • @cersos
    @cersos 11 місяців тому +160

    As of this writing, 1.67 MILLION subscribers, and growing! But Brent didn't think he had anything to say. What a humble man. Buy the book.

    • @WeAreLegion-
      @WeAreLegion- 10 місяців тому +2

      He has a book to buy?

    • @somelikeithot444
      @somelikeithot444 10 місяців тому +5

      Hello Brent,I can't believe I have been watching u for 4 yrs.The reason I got interested is that I have inherited my grandfather s mine that he opened in the 1800s.I would love to open it and do something w it to make my grandfather proud.Godbless u for all yr videos on yr great stories u r making. 😊

    • @jopie1954
      @jopie1954 10 місяців тому

      It's on the other side of DEATH VALLEY CA. BEAUTIFUL SCENERY.

    • @rss8376
      @rss8376 10 місяців тому

      He’s an investment banker that burned down his hotel that wasn’t structurally sound to begin with then raised over 100 k from you suckers online to fix it. Wait didn’t he have insurance? Smh what a fraud. Also him and his investment buddies are the ones that bought it.

    • @bilbobagons8725
      @bilbobagons8725 10 місяців тому

      He is not humble, hes a grifter.

  • @WhenWeAreFreeAgain
    @WhenWeAreFreeAgain 11 місяців тому +207

    Dear Brent,
    I can’t tell you how much your story has helped me. I’m a Paradise resident who fractured my back just months before the fire ripped through our town and took everything. I lost my home and business in that fire. And your videos gave me the strength to keep going in what felt like rebuilding in not only a ghost town but remnants that look like hell on earth. It’s the most hardcore thing I’ve ever lived through. New fire codes that required me to build a deck out of 8” x 8” pressure treated lumber. I had to buy a chainsaw to fit my skillsaw to cut them and because I chose a 17 sided heptadecagon, it required angled end cuts! as most builders said it would take years before they could get to rebuilding my home. After three moves from one bad rental to another. I chose to move back to the burnt out property and rented a 5th wheel to live in. So my daughter and I could be here. Rather than travel here everyday. Not thinking about the fact everything was gone. No food, no stores nothing. So you forget after late nights trying to get that project done and you forget you have no food, we had a lot of food trucks in the beginning and still 4 years later some still serve this community. There’s so much more I hope to share with you in person when I actually get the time to come visit in person. Paradise has a bit of mining history too. Dogtown was where the largest gold nugget found to date in California. April 1859 a 54 pound gold nugget was found. But just want you to know how much you inspired me to keep going! Thru every obstacle and really just helped knowing someone else was building there dream. Keep up the amazing job you’re doing. And know many of us are proud of your accomplishments. Can’t wait to come see the Hotel when it’s done. It’s about an 8 hours drive from here but I’m brainstorming everytime I see your videos or read an email, what I’ve learned that would help you. 🙏❤️‍🩹 thank you from the bottom of my heart! Rock on brother!!! 😊

    • @missingremote4388
      @missingremote4388 11 місяців тому +5

      Sorry that happened but glad you are back.
      Did you build the outdoor deck before or, after the paradise fire?

    • @MPWEST83
      @MPWEST83 11 місяців тому +13

      You are strong in spirit and helping to raise Paradise from the ashes like a phoenix! Keep up the great work ❤

    • @loyalrammy
      @loyalrammy 11 місяців тому +8

      Bless you.

    • @pw4g492
      @pw4g492 11 місяців тому +6

      I used to live near Red Bluff. I hear the fires were set by DEWs (direct energy weapons) and I’ve seen actual photos of such. Too bad the scapegoat became PG&E. In a Magalia homes burnt but not the trees. One side of the street but not the other. My sister in law lived in Magalia and lost her home as well. The goal was to have a train tracts from China to Southern California. But I think the 2016 winner of the presidential election changed all that. Now they did the same thing to Lahaina Maui. Praying soon you will be compensated for your loss, not just insurance payment.

    • @GhostTownLiving
      @GhostTownLiving  11 місяців тому +45

      Oh wow! I'm so sorry for the misfortune. You are so strong to keep going and make it through. I hope you make it up to the town sometime and we'll trade stories. Thank you for the note. I really appreciate it!

  • @ScottFerreira
    @ScottFerreira 11 місяців тому +251

    The new American Hotel is looking amazing!

    • @maxschon7709
      @maxschon7709 11 місяців тому

      I hope the bar they got from Texas will fit. @@Perun.Tha.Unvaxxd

    • @TheWhatShallIDo
      @TheWhatShallIDo 11 місяців тому +5

      It really does

    • @jasonc7682
      @jasonc7682 11 місяців тому +4

      I hope it handicapped accessible I’m in a wheelchair

    • @lahaya237
      @lahaya237 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@TheDogGoesWoof69funny I'm waiting for the biden flag 🤷‍♂️

    • @johngalanti1010
      @johngalanti1010 11 місяців тому +5

      Yes, FJB flag! 😁😎

  • @FKProds
    @FKProds 11 місяців тому +98

    I found your channel during the pandemic, still dealing with lifelong depression. Along with having the opportunity to work hard, stability and some good people in my life, this channel helped teach me to focus on manifesting a positive future rather than lingering on the past. As of this last year or two, I can say with surety that since age 26, I'm no longer depressed. Thanks!

    • @deirdrepasko9056
      @deirdrepasko9056 11 місяців тому +3

      AWESOME!

    • @MrWallybones
      @MrWallybones 10 місяців тому +3

      Glad you are doing better! ✌

    • @shirleyrichards2514
      @shirleyrichards2514 7 місяців тому

      I love your videos. So cool. 😊❤

    • @manuelfrontier
      @manuelfrontier 5 місяців тому

      put God first over anything, things are beautiful when you have peace in Jesus Christ Name

  • @Ogreal777
    @Ogreal777 11 місяців тому +161

    I remember finding your channel when there was only three videos on it. It's been a really cool journey to follow from all the way back at the start of the pandemic and seeing you discover the various secrets and areas no human has been in a very long time. Then seeing you rebuild after the tragedy of the fire has been so inspiring.
    I hope someday to come up and stay in the revived American Hotel and see all of the work you've done in person.
    Keep on keeping on Brent, you're a real gem for sharing this adventure with all of us.

    • @deirdrepasko9056
      @deirdrepasko9056 11 місяців тому +3

      AMEN to That!

    • @rss8376
      @rss8376 10 місяців тому

      He’s an investment banker that burned down his hotel that wasn’t structurally sound to begin with then raised over 100 k from you suckers online to fix it. Wait didn’t he have insurance? Smh what a fraud. Also him and his investment buddies are the ones that bought it.

  • @synw3llth0rn32
    @synw3llth0rn32 11 місяців тому +65

    OMG I laughed when I saw you guys working on the collapse with that breaker bar. I helped dig out a full basement under my parent's house in my teens and I used one of those to break up rocks and cut roots. I called it, "the Misery Stick" I still have the damned thing out in the shed. 😥

    • @MrNiccholas
      @MrNiccholas 11 місяців тому +2

      The stories some of those bars could tell! I work at a camp in the mountains of Colorado and we use several of those bars for all kinds of things. I bent one once trying to pry a rock up! My arms are still tired of picking that thing up and slamming it down again trying to chip the rock in a trench we were digging for a new power line after we accidentally knocked down a power pole during a tree removal gone wrong. Last year my friend was holding the bar resting the end of it on a rock when it slipped and landed on his big toe!

    • @synw3llth0rn32
      @synw3llth0rn32 11 місяців тому +1

      Misery stick indeed lol!@@MrNiccholas

  • @z45h15
    @z45h15 11 місяців тому +230

    Anyone else just feel like Cerro Gordo is like a home? 😂 I’ve watched all of the videos and seeing how far it’s come inside and outside of the mine is just amazing and heartwarming. I pay more attention to the history of this town then whatever I learned in school. Thank you Brent for turning this pretty place into a beautiful place. Also 100% buying a book.

    • @brennanlangless8912
      @brennanlangless8912 11 місяців тому +5

      Agreed though I live on the opposite coast cerro gordo is definitely a amazing second home for all of Brent’s ghost town tourists

    • @durinf
      @durinf 11 місяців тому +5

      It's a town and a home, yeah.
      An interesting dichotomy. I feel at home anytime Brent walks us through the history and the attached sentiments to go along. My Wife and I are looking to go and visit soon. Dif. will feel like walking up to a neighbors front porch. :)

    • @singahsung712
      @singahsung712 11 місяців тому +1

      Youre not alone

    • @tnwhitley
      @tnwhitley 11 місяців тому +2

      Indeed I do & so wish I could move up there and offer any help I could give.
      I really love what he's doing to save it & make it a real mining museum.

    • @Forferdelse666
      @Forferdelse666 11 місяців тому +1

      Feel the same way dude. Somehow this mining town, so far away from where I live, seems so familiar and cozy in a way. I picture myself there all the time 😅.. maybe one day! Greetings from Norway 🇳🇴!

  • @missclownfaceman
    @missclownfaceman 11 місяців тому +98

    Jason is clearly a genuine, cool guy. That's a friendship you have that im envious of.

    • @RobertWilsonjr-le4to
      @RobertWilsonjr-le4to 11 місяців тому +3

      the world needs more jasons.very down to earth...and it seems he had some good teachers.
      our culture has let moral standards creep lower for many decades.
      ill bet jason had a good family life to nurture his charachter.

  • @EternallyUnhappy
    @EternallyUnhappy 11 місяців тому +67

    A lesser man would have given up but a man like Brent doesn't know the word can't, I'm so glad to see where this channel and you have grown over the years. You've done some amazing work with this town and keeping it's history alive, We all wish to leave some small mark in this world and you sir have left yours. Here's to many more years of success

    • @rss8376
      @rss8376 10 місяців тому

      He’s an investment banker that burned down his hotel that wasn’t structurally sound to begin with then raised over 100 k from you suckers online to fix it. Wait didn’t he have insurance? Smh what a fraud. Also him and his investment buddies are the ones that bought it.

  • @gamemeh
    @gamemeh 11 місяців тому +39

    After almost four years, these videos have become so professional, a joy to watch. The book seemingly isn't available in the UK till March 2024, but it's on my wishlist. Proud to have watched these videos from the start. You talk about someday leaving your fingerprint on CG.. You have done already. Be proud of what you've achieved in the time you've been there already. Internet 900ft below ground level... The restoration of the buildings, the library.. and most importantly, the community you are building there. - Someday, somehow... I dream about spending a few nights in your hotel and experiencing just a slice of the joy you experience from CG.

  • @slyknowledged
    @slyknowledged 11 місяців тому +146

    43 months already! Amazing journey so far, can't wait to see what becomes of the future!

    • @maxschon7709
      @maxschon7709 11 місяців тому +8

      When the Hotel opens more and more ppl will come. Brent even will need ppl to work there.

    • @GhostTownLiving
      @GhostTownLiving  11 місяців тому +22

      It's really flown by! Crazy to think about. Thanks for checking out the video and the journey!

  • @deanyaschempp
    @deanyaschempp 11 місяців тому +60

    Stone markings could also be markers for places that were good hunting spots. "Killed 3 sheep from Here", "Water close by", or "Good Shelter" would be important information to document. I'd hypothesize more about how they'd be messages to the tribe in the seasons to come.
    Thanks for continuing to share these great videos. Congratulations on the book!

    • @jum5238
      @jum5238 11 місяців тому +1

      Art class, pick a rock whee you want to draw something. Be creative! Look around and pick something to carve. (a little later) Neekta, what is this you have here? I call it a SPI-rull. I see. What is it for? When I smoke the smoke, this SPI-rull looks crazy, and it spins for me.

  • @kristynsotelo1452
    @kristynsotelo1452 11 місяців тому +83

    Everytime you release a new episode, I am so inspired by your vision and determination! Congrats!

  • @soowzy
    @soowzy 11 місяців тому +13

    I wish my uncle was still alive to share this with him. So many good memories messing around in desert mines and hearing his prospecting and exploring adventures. You are living a dream and sharing it with so many, virtually and in real life. Thank you for sparking and making memories.

  • @maddievalentine7720
    @maddievalentine7720 10 місяців тому +15

    I think what you have done by preserving history is amazing!! Have you ever found any human remains or bones by exploring? (not including when you brought the dog out to the graves)

  • @LarryLife
    @LarryLife 11 місяців тому +13

    The American Hotel is looking fantastic. Wow! Can't wait for the grand opening!

  • @mrkjsmt
    @mrkjsmt 11 місяців тому +50

    Hunting for silver, hunting for bighorn sheep, hunting for history over the past 16,000 years.. It's so inspiring! Looking out for your book, Brent.

    • @Mrbfgray
      @Mrbfgray 11 місяців тому

      Hope for no cave in on top of person, makes for intestines squirted out anus.

  • @missionpassed4584
    @missionpassed4584 11 місяців тому +10

    It's soo amazing to me that you are turning a Ghost Town into a Living Town, it blows my mind after all these years of watching your beautiful town evolve into a thriving community

  • @Julia-en5ys
    @Julia-en5ys 11 місяців тому +9

    I remember watching you get stuck in the snow and thinking “what is he doing!!“.. i still think that in pretty much every video. But I have also watched you lead by example that most challenges we face are doable if we just keep going. Sometimes it takes help from people who do have a clue. How incredible to know that this very alive ghost town is the sum of so many peoples’ work! Thank you for these videos so we can follow along from all across our wonderful planet!

  • @indianahoosier6367
    @indianahoosier6367 11 місяців тому +17

    I can't believe it's been 3.5 years already.
    You8're so lucky, I would live there in a heartbeat ! !

  • @joshmiville6932
    @joshmiville6932 11 місяців тому +50

    Congratulations Brent been watching you since the beginning it's been admirable watching the struggles you've had to face and made it through

  • @J.Images.Photography
    @J.Images.Photography 11 місяців тому +26

    Congratulations on your book Brent. I am so happy I stumbled across this channel about a year ago. Haven't been let down since.
    Amazing work and updates on the Ghost Town news. One day I shall walk the dusty roads of Sierra Gordo.

    • @GhostTownLiving
      @GhostTownLiving  11 місяців тому +4

      Thank you! I'm glad you stumbled across it too. Hope to see you up here one day!

  • @sheriallen2856
    @sheriallen2856 11 місяців тому +4

    Brent if I wasn't 60 yrs old and already with the love of my life I would be there with you supporting you and working with you through all the hardships and accomplishments. I seriously hope you find that person who can share that intimacy, love, hardships and pluses! Cerro Gordo is worth it with YOU!!

  • @jerimiahballard5530
    @jerimiahballard5530 11 місяців тому +6

    Thank you so much Brent for being so driven and inspiring not only me but others.
    You, my friend, have a special place in my heart, and I can not wait until the next update. Cheers, brother!

  • @lorijeanneancrayne1965
    @lorijeanneancrayne1965 11 місяців тому +26

    I've been watching you since day 1 😊 it's so amazing to see how far you've come. Stay safe Brent❤

    • @GhostTownLiving
      @GhostTownLiving  11 місяців тому +3

      Thank you!! That is awesome. I really appreciate that.

  • @gruvdrums
    @gruvdrums 11 місяців тому +6

    The penmanship in the ledger is amazing! Congrats on the book, Brent. You deserve it. So many blessings. You sound so much more relaxed these days.

    • @Power_Prawnstar
      @Power_Prawnstar 11 місяців тому

      I thought that, everyone that could write back then were clearly trained in cursive at school, pretty cool to see.

  • @bold810
    @bold810 11 місяців тому +10

    I am so glad to see and hear you are not only still pluggin' , but you seem to be thriving. !!!🎉🎉🎉!!!🎉😁

  • @kathleenhaines4143
    @kathleenhaines4143 11 місяців тому +7

    I've been following your videos off and on for years now. ever since I happened to see an episode of Nate and Kara when they stayed in your haunted bunkhouse. I have to say I'm impressed with the progress you have made on the property and I have noticed that you are looking healthier, more rested and at peace with everything. I have to admit that I was seriously worried about you around year 2 to 3 when you were living without alot of stuff and not eating or sleeping very much. I'm happy to see you looking better. Good luck with the rebuilding of the hotel, I can't wait to see it completed.

    • @deirdrepasko9056
      @deirdrepasko9056 11 місяців тому

      Yes, he did get rather thin there for a while.

  • @hopeliveshere1121
    @hopeliveshere1121 10 місяців тому +2

    I have been watching this channel since the beginning but I have been away for the last couple of years. It is so cool to rediscover the channel. So much has changed. It is amazing to see how much you have accomplished. I feel like a proud momma

  • @karenbransome6978
    @karenbransome6978 11 місяців тому +14

    This video is an excellent instalment of how everything has come together.
    I've watched from the beginning and watched you document the hotel fire. That video etched itself on my heart, and seeing you triumph over every obstacle and rebuild it is such a joy to see.
    I have fallen in love with Cerro Gordo and admire you for all that you have done.
    I love every video and update.
    I wish you all the best for the future. Sending blessings from Leicester England xx

  • @brandons9398
    @brandons9398 11 місяців тому +18

    You put so much into your videos, history, technical ore processing, and very beautiful scenery! You have done so much up there in the last year. Keep the videos coming.😊

  • @mercse
    @mercse 11 місяців тому +5

    Brent, has it really been that long? I have been a follower since you started the channel. I remember the first video of you stuck walking into town after your truck got stuck. I was hooked and had to see how things would turn out for you. It's been a wild ride and I enjoy watching your exploits every week. I'll grab a copy of your book from Amazon and continue to follow you on your future exploits.

  • @pennyblakeley8999
    @pennyblakeley8999 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for inspiring me today I am a small business owner and creator of unwanted furniture and it has been rough. You helped me see past that today and I just want to say THANK YOU!

  • @Kevlar-uz4tb
    @Kevlar-uz4tb 11 місяців тому +7

    What a amazing journey that you've taken us all on, ,can't wait for what's to come. As far as far as the rock carvings goes ,here in Australia the Aboriginals used painting to show what animals to hunt, water holes ,story telling of how things come to be,their dreamtime and so much more. 60,000+ year's

  • @TylerDaltonShaw
    @TylerDaltonShaw 11 місяців тому +5

    Jason is such a good person! I hope Brent and Jason continue to work together

  • @fisch69
    @fisch69 11 місяців тому +6

    Brent , amazing find, you have the record of all claims!!! Unbelievable!! My thought/ suggestion; make copies of each page, so that you don’t have to handle the original book and risk damaging it! It’s really unreplaceable as a document of the town and mine!! What a score! 👍🎉👏👏👏

  • @goober-ll1wx
    @goober-ll1wx 11 місяців тому +1

    On a long enough timeline, everything tends to zero, no one matters, what you leave behind doesn't matter, no one has a legacy, just live for now, not lost in the worry of the future...

  • @Zogg1281
    @Zogg1281 11 місяців тому

    *Gold Nugget Idea* You could collect some silver from your mine and ask a jewellery maker to make a necklace or pendent using both the gold and silver as contrasting colours. Something you could wear or display in your home as a reminder of the work that you've put into the mine and an inspection to continue that work. There's probably LOADS of fantastic Jewellery content creators on UA-cam who would be begging to participate in that collaboration!

  • @richardfehr2310
    @richardfehr2310 11 місяців тому +4

    the absolute tranquility and peace of mind I get when I watch one of your videos is unparalleled. It's been a wonder to watch your channel develop and grow and a blessing to see your journey that you have created for yourself and decided to let us watch and become a part of. and the progress you have continued to make is truly inspirational.

  • @kjbuchanan63
    @kjbuchanan63 11 місяців тому +4

    So many wonderful things happening! Very happy to see the hotel progressing so well. I will definitely be ordering the book. You have much to be proud of. It's been a pleasure following your journey.

  • @michaelsickels7600
    @michaelsickels7600 11 місяців тому +5

    Congratulations Brent. You and your team are making amazing progress on the hotel and town! Very cool! My friend and I had the privilege of visiting the old hotel and the town several years before you bought the town. It was amazing to me back then. I hope my health will allow me to see what you have done with the place in a year or two.

  • @colinhall1106
    @colinhall1106 10 місяців тому +1

    Im proud to announce that i have bought my 2nd book in my entire life. Ive pre ordered your ghost town living book. It comes out on my daughters birthday so i plan on reading it with her .

  • @lycidasxwerewolf
    @lycidasxwerewolf 7 місяців тому

    I've been watching your channel since the very beginning and it's hard to believe 4 years has passed already. I'm ecstatic at all the progress you've made and friends you've made along the way. Everything is coming together as it should!! Keep up the great work man!!

  • @AsilverLeaf4Me
    @AsilverLeaf4Me 11 місяців тому +5

    Time…that’s all anyone needs. So many jobs and things to do around Cerro Gordo. Time to start or finish one, then on to another. ❤❤ The videos are enlightening for me, from the Caretaker days of visitors (their videos), to all of the videos you’ve made. Thank you for including your neighboring towns, all a part of past history & now in the present. I like that Washington, fir & cedar will become part of Cerro Gordo’s present history & preserved. I am enjoying another couple youtube channel’s because of their help given to Cerro Gordo. May the continued history be fulfilled & successful.

  • @sheriallen2856
    @sheriallen2856 11 місяців тому +6

    Brent thank you for sharing this with all of us. I really appreciate everything you have been doing. I have been watching your UA-cam videos for awhile now and I am impressed. I have showed my husband and he was shocked and somewhat impressed at what you have accomplished and your tenacity to continue on recreating Certo Gordo. I think you are incredible!! Absolutely love you and pray you will be successful in recreating Cerro Gordo to its glory but much better!! I will LOVE to visit one day when your hotel and restaurant is built. ❤️❤️

  • @birdy5583
    @birdy5583 11 місяців тому +5

    I’ve been following your journey since day one and you’re so inspiring! It’s amazing to see how far this town has come, how beautiful the American Hotel is looking and whenever you report on records you’ve found I always get so excited with you! I’ll definitely preorder the book and get myself a piece of the process of keeping records, it’s so important! You’re amazing, take care and all the best from Switzerland!

  • @billstoermer8668
    @billstoermer8668 6 місяців тому

    Amazon delivered your book last Friday and yesterday I finished it! Great job, Brent. So many stories that detail the history of Cero Gordo and most especially thank you for opening up and being transparent about the highs and lows of life. We live in a social media wonderland where everything is super fantastic... and we all know that is BS. Sometimes life hands you tough times, like a fire, or a loss of a friend, or ... So much that I personally related to from my own life of various adventures and misadventures... like the time my brothers and I tried to find an abandoned cavern outside Colombia, CA and went down into the South Fork of the Stanislaus River, never finding the cavern, then making the near fatal decision to hike down onto the river canyon and hike out, not realizing the temperature at the bottom was well over a 100 degree plus. Despite walking out in water, we began suffering heat stroke! Just like you on the Salt Tram trail, we made it out, but it was touch and go there. Again, thank you! Now I have to figure out how to download my audible version I bought!

  • @Aaron25thinfantry
    @Aaron25thinfantry 11 місяців тому +2

    I can’t believe it’s been 4 years! You helped get me through one of the toughest times in my life and I’m sure many during Covid. It’s been epic seeing you grow and always treat the town like the star it is. Thank you Brent ❤

    • @GhostTownLiving
      @GhostTownLiving  11 місяців тому

      Oh wow. Thank you so much for that note! I really appreciate it

  • @christineandpup
    @christineandpup 11 місяців тому +6

    Inspiring stuff! Looking great despite all of the hurdles you have over come. Kudos Brent and team. 🎉

  • @DanskerneFraDanmark
    @DanskerneFraDanmark 11 місяців тому +5

    i begun to think something had happened to you glad you are safe

  • @sharonkasper5126
    @sharonkasper5126 11 місяців тому +4

    Hello Brent. Been following your great story and quest regarding the history and re-development of Sierra Gordo. This includes gathering the man power and materials to accomplish where you are today. Your a soul after my own heart. Truly excites me seeing you presenting each video and seeing how much you and the people with you have gotten done. WOW. The hotel really is coming along. Let's pray the snow stays away a little longer, not until you get the roofing on. Your taking us into the canyon showing the petroglives is very special. The book you have been able to get to market, great stuff. I could go on and on of what I have seen you been able to do so far. It's all great. Thank you Brent for sharing and showing us your great ambition restoring Sierra Gordo with many blessings.

  • @comtesayednajem7342
    @comtesayednajem7342 11 місяців тому +2

    I am a gemologist and ran into to your channel, and all I can say is wow. Congratulations & I hope to visit the area :)

  • @bubbaredneck75
    @bubbaredneck75 10 місяців тому +1

    As someone who lives 30 minutes from bisbee and the copperqueen mine ty for restoring this piece of history. Cant wait for the tours to begin....

  • @BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm
    @BreakOutOfTheAlgorithm 11 місяців тому +54

    You are an amazing example of making your dreams come true. Love the show, keep up the great work. 🤠👍

    • @GhostTownLiving
      @GhostTownLiving  11 місяців тому +9

      Thank you so much. I really appreciate notes like that. I've had a lot of help along the way!

  • @razzyp
    @razzyp 11 місяців тому +3

    4 years?!!! I remember when it was 6 months 🥹🥹🥹
    Crazy how the world and lives have changed!!! This channel humbles me so much. Every time I tune in it takes me back to the best time in my life when I first discovered this channel. 😊
    Keep going brother
    Your accomplishments is inspiring and amazing!!! ❤

  • @GhostTownLiving
    @GhostTownLiving  11 місяців тому +705

    HUGE NEWS! I wrote a book! I have been working on this for almost two years now and I am SO excited to finally announce it. I put my put my heart and soul into this thing and really dug deep on making sense of these past 3+ years living up here. The book has all sorts of new stories, insights, and history of the town. I think it’s the best content I’ve ever made.
    If you've ever got anything out of this channel, I hope you'll consider pre-ordering the book. It is a HUGE way to show support for everything going on and would mean the world to me.
    Amazon: bit.ly/3sbkGw1
    Barnes & Noble (Signed Copies!): bit.ly/3QrzoYb
    BooksAMillion: bit.ly/3tNaUks
    BookShop.Org: bit.ly/3rZb5bN
    Available in all formats - hardcover, e-book and audio: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/709605/ghost-town-living-by-brent-underwood/
    If you do pre-order the book (in any format) before Nov. 30th, I have some special bonuses for you:
    - Buy 1 book and get unreleased pages from the book and an unreleased full video of some of the best mine exploration I've never shown.
    - Buy 5 books and I'll send you a signed page from the draft manuscript for you to have.
    - Buy 10 books and you'll get an invite to a VIP party / tour of Cerro Gordo, hosted by me at Cerro Gordo, in April of 2024.
    - Forward all receipts of the book to: book@cerrogordomines.com.
    *If you've already ordered 1 copy and want to take advantage of any higher tier, please forward new receipt to: book@cerrogordomines.com

    • @mhughes1160
      @mhughes1160 11 місяців тому +13

      There’s no difference between days of old and today
      it’s teenagers tagging
      LoL 😂

    • @ScottFerreira
      @ScottFerreira 11 місяців тому +9

      Pre-ordered! Can't wait to read it!

    • @_TONY_Az
      @_TONY_Az 11 місяців тому +3

      Brent cast my.ring from silver from thete.

    • @mrlewis_dj
      @mrlewis_dj 11 місяців тому +4

      None of those links work, they have been shortened. Just to let you know.

    • @Pookie-frog82
      @Pookie-frog82 11 місяців тому +4

      I’ll buy 7 more copies in spirit. So glad you decided to write a book! It’s gonna be a great read. (Even if I bought a whole ten copies, I couldn’t travel that month! Bet it’s going to be a rager though.) cheers on the accomplishment 🥂

  • @barryjones-wm6gw
    @barryjones-wm6gw 3 місяці тому

    I can’t wait until this weekend coming as my Children love how much I love this channel and the history of the town. They have bought me a copy of your book for Father’s Day, I can’t wait to sit down with the sun shining maybe a Cigar in hand and just forget about all of my own personal struggles I deal with on a daily basis. I count every day as a blessing after my coma with only a 5% Chance to live, it’s left me with brain damage but watching your channel gives everyone hope. So thank you Brent for all what you do many thanks from a small town in wales UK 🙏

  • @guillermodelnoche
    @guillermodelnoche 11 місяців тому

    Shutting off the nook in the Hunter cabin living room with glas/plexi and using that for the drum area will give everyone a better vibe while recording. Eye contact is absolutely key. I would soundproof the basement with mini closets to track the amps super loud. Everyone stands in the living room to track with drummer eye contact and the super loud amps will be isolated downstairs. This also allows the band to all see the control room making a need for only one talk back mic.

  • @4seasonspix
    @4seasonspix 11 місяців тому +5

    What an amazing journey, Brent - I always look forward to your videos, and now to your e-mails too 💞
    I also greatly appreciate all the wonderful people, who offer their skills and help with various tasks. What a great community! 💞
    It's not mentioned in the video, but thanks to your e-mail, we learned that this precious document from Inyo county only survived the earthquake and courthouse fire(s) because someone working at the courthouse had taken it home for recordkeeping.
    It's yet another example of the Universe working in mysterious ways and delivering when the time is right 💞

  • @AliceDianaa
    @AliceDianaa 11 місяців тому +2

    You are such a brilliant communicator, I have no doubt in my mind that the book is going to be incredible and a great success. It’s been amazing to watch your journey since the channel opened and I looked forward to ordering your book when it reaches the UK! I wish you every success (and safety!)

  • @jamesmadison6838
    @jamesmadison6838 11 місяців тому +1

    I visited Cerro Gordo just after Brent bought it but before he moved there. So having seen it fresh at year zero, it has been a fascinating journey so far. Keep up the good work sir! I look forward to the planned off-grid campsites and walking into the American Hotel once again. And thanks for the occasional e-mails, it's like getting an update from a distant friend.

  • @akowboyshippielife7405
    @akowboyshippielife7405 11 місяців тому +5

    Would you like any skilled free help?🤠👍

  • @Daniel-tz2xn
    @Daniel-tz2xn 11 місяців тому

    You are really living in your own Minecraft world, discovering the abandoned village and working on it amazing work

  • @shanacookthecanukgypsy9527
    @shanacookthecanukgypsy9527 10 місяців тому

    Oh my gosh the petroglyph drawings are Magical !!
    Thanks for Exploring for these things and Sharing them Brent

  • @vannygun
    @vannygun 11 місяців тому +2

    Remember that an Ethernet connection only goes reliably about 290-300 ft before it is unusable signal. You will probably need to put a router about every 250 ft as you go down the shaft to boost the Ethernet signal.

  • @EarlyRiser--
    @EarlyRiser-- 11 місяців тому +1

    Book preordered a few days ago! What an amazing canyon Brent. 20,000 rock art paintings does make it sacred ground. I bet it feels awesome when there is no wind and the silence takes over. Its a natural cathedral of your ancestors. Often rock art might contain astrological/celestial markers but we can only guess and interpret. That you realize its sacred space, you will continue to be rewarded by the ancestors. You are meant to be at Cerro Gordo.

  • @funking98
    @funking98 11 місяців тому +1

    Make two interlinked rings, one with the golden "pearl" on it and one with a silver "pearl" (silver from Cerro Gordo) on it and display it in the hotel to symbolize the friendship between your two mines. Much love from Sweden

  • @Fizzy01010
    @Fizzy01010 11 місяців тому +1

    Can't believe it's been 4 years, it's an amazing achievement that you're still working hard with no plans to stop, very happy to have been able to see that progress from the beginning. Cheers Brent!

  • @kandycepeterson2482
    @kandycepeterson2482 11 місяців тому

    You couldnt give up if you tried Brent. Thats why people love you, and help you fulfill your vision. Its a beautiful thing.

  • @shanacookthecanukgypsy9527
    @shanacookthecanukgypsy9527 10 місяців тому

    Your Finger print on it Will Be Historical Brent !! Truly a Man of Forward Thinking ~ Caring and Determination

  • @SecretSpots
    @SecretSpots 11 місяців тому +1

    As first a fan/follower of this story since the beginning, and second, the fact that I'm a published musician, this just entered my bucket list to record music one day at Cerro Gordo! 🙌

  • @Michael-ex9uo
    @Michael-ex9uo 11 місяців тому +1

    You're looking so much healthier than you did previously. You got color back in your face and some meat back on your bones. You seem to be less depressed and have found your purpose. I love all that you've done. God bless!

    • @rss8376
      @rss8376 10 місяців тому

      He’s an investment banker that burned down his hotel that wasn’t structurally sound to begin with then raised over 100 k from you suckers online to fix it. Wait didn’t he have insurance? Smh what a fraud. Also him and his investment buddies are the ones that bought it.

  • @trenchcoatbandit
    @trenchcoatbandit 11 місяців тому

    dude you almost got the hotel done :D dude your journey is amazing. being so secluded and almost isolated. haveing storms and just living. itll be so cool when the hotel is finished

  • @pamelacarboon7976
    @pamelacarboon7976 8 місяців тому

    The gold would be a Nice gift for your good friend Jason for all of his help, hard work and dedication.

  • @helenakathedollyworldunive835
    @helenakathedollyworldunive835 11 місяців тому

    I love how every time you go down the mines you always say TAKE CARE OF THE CATS!

  • @Pollutens
    @Pollutens 11 місяців тому

    4 years already man... I remember watching your first video and following since then.
    Congrats man

  • @szwally1
    @szwally1 3 місяці тому

    Ordered your book today. Cant wait to read it. thanks for all your hard work and letting us all watch your progress.

  • @corpsmankind
    @corpsmankind 11 місяців тому

    "Cerro Gordo" just sounds amazing to my ears. It's like linguistic ASMR. I can't stop saying it

  • @maryhairy1
    @maryhairy1 3 місяці тому

    4 years ago I came across your channel. It was the best thing since sliced bread! Thanks for the memories !

  • @Alexandersucala
    @Alexandersucala 11 місяців тому

    I cant believe I've been watching you build this Ghost Town for almost 4 years, definetly going to order that book and email you for a special gift :) many blessings and much love :)

  • @larrypennell8031
    @larrypennell8031 11 місяців тому +1

    Brent, this edition is one of your best! Please take care while exploring your dreams, but keep it up. Your exploits give elderly flatlanders like me in Bakersfield, a broader view of the world in which we all live.
    Best wishes!

  • @chloebeougher6127
    @chloebeougher6127 10 місяців тому +1

    Just stumbled on this channel and it’s by far the best channel on UA-cam.

  • @richardstephens3327
    @richardstephens3327 11 місяців тому

    I am glad to see someone else that is beginning to love the desert as much as I do. Respect it, enjoy it, and not try to make it into something that is it not.

  • @Volcanicbrown1878
    @Volcanicbrown1878 10 місяців тому

    Your living proof that a man can achieve anything he wants to, with grim determination, dreams and goals. I take my hat off to you young man!😁

  • @garzaalex17
    @garzaalex17 11 місяців тому

    As someone who's followed for a while, it's really nice seeing the lake in the background!!

  • @ScarferD
    @ScarferD 11 місяців тому

    Been watching your channel since day 1. This is my favorite channel. Want more episodes. Thanks Brett so much.

  • @Forferdelse666
    @Forferdelse666 11 місяців тому +1

    Incredibly happy for you and your team in the town Brent. You are really radiating with the progress and how proud it all must make you feel.. and I think I can speak for many other supporters here that we feel like a part of your journey and this channel.
    My favourite moments include all the building updates.
    Cheers from Norway 🇳🇴 🎉😎

  • @marcushume2240
    @marcushume2240 11 місяців тому

    Congratulations Brent. Great news. Cant wait to read your book. Hotel is coming along nicely. Thank you for sharing. Cheers from Canada.

  • @arromac
    @arromac 11 місяців тому +57

    It's been a privilege to watch your journey Brent. Thank YOU for allowing us to follow. The 'Ups,' the 'Downs,' we learn, we laugh, we cry, we explode with excitement at your findings, and partially DIE at your lose...'OUR lose.' You've positively effected over 14,000 people that live vicariously through your videos and wish you such success unapparelled. You must be doing something right. Please keep the faith, history isn't meant to be forgotten, but moreover it forms our tomorrows - You can't know where you're going until you embrace where you've been - A mark of progress.

  • @Jason-rn4jk
    @Jason-rn4jk 10 місяців тому +1

    That 14/3 and 16/2 in the vertical shaft should definitely be protected in at least pvc piping for the straight drop so nothing snags the shielding and exposed the wiring near the Timbers…once it shorts and heats up could cause a fire being dry wood. Just my opinion as an electrician but to each their own.

  • @reneewillsey9341
    @reneewillsey9341 11 місяців тому

    You wrote a book on Cerro Gordo !! I've been following you for a while... You're such an inspiration to me, as you're doing what I so deeply desire to do myself- including writing the book! I've been Journaling all my life, I often think about writing a memior. I hope to one day visit this wonderful place and delve into the history you have dug up. What you said at the end of your video is so moving, it really got me thinking about the stresses of my day. While you're feeling gratitude on those sacred grounds, I feel grateful from my couch, for you and what you have done in Cerro Gordo. You help us viewers to dream.

  • @johnevans6474
    @johnevans6474 11 місяців тому

    I remember when you first walked into this disused redundant old mining site.It’s great to see you’ve not given up on your expectations.

  • @sammygonzalez7627
    @sammygonzalez7627 11 місяців тому

    I remember something like 3yrs ago i stumble to your channel, i recall you saying you have a ghost town. And you also said that before that, you was living in Manhattan NYC. I thought this guy is out of his mind, you was kinda putting together old broken shacks. I know at the time you had bought that property, i continued to watch few more episodes than for some reason i had stopped. Today i find this video and i am pretty much amazed with what you have done with the place...Good luck and i hope to check on the progress

  • @adama9698
    @adama9698 11 місяців тому

    4 years!? I remember the 6 month update. you're living while I'm grinding dawg. you were right all along

  • @lexvelarde3199
    @lexvelarde3199 11 місяців тому +1

    Inspiring, as always. Can hardly wait to order your book.

  • @teds8747
    @teds8747 11 місяців тому

    I have been watching from the beginning, it amazed me how quickly your channel grew almost instantly once you started. We all have a little piece in us who wishes we had the determination to take on such a daunting task... You actually do it!... thanks.

  • @iphoneadamf
    @iphoneadamf 11 місяців тому

    You are legitimately the only reason I want to travel half way around the planet. I would give anything to visit this place with my dad before his time is up. He loves your show and so do I.

  • @dannydaniels3593
    @dannydaniels3593 11 місяців тому +2

    Brent, Jason is a very wonderful person to do what he’s done for you and you doing all the stuff at your mine You both are remarkable. Have fun. Be safe. Hope to see you soon.

  • @Shoplifeadventures
    @Shoplifeadventures 10 місяців тому

    As a family we really enjoy watching your videos. We can’t wait for the book to come out! The boys say you should put the gold you mined into a money clip

  • @gigaphlorpin3744
    @gigaphlorpin3744 10 місяців тому

    Anyone else think it's funny that Cerro Gordo shut down because it lost the lake, and now that Brent is working on rebuilding the town, there's been record storms, and the lake seems to be coming back?