I FOUND $40,000 IN GEMSTONES 3 HOURS!!

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  • Опубліковано 8 сер 2020
  • Took another trip back to the Ocean Picture Stone Quarry and collected almost 1000 lbs of the most beautiful gem stone. We have found that many lapidary artist and jewelers want this stone for making sculptures and jewelry. And are willing to pay for it. So at last after so many years of prospecting I finally get a big payday. It takes a lot of work and a lot of time to sell this material, but the collecting sure is fun!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 11 тис.

  • @Danhurd
    @Danhurd  3 роки тому +368

    If you are interested in buying some Ocean Picture Stone, we are selling it on our website at: danhurdprospecting.com/product/bc-ocean-picture-stone/

    • @stephaniemarchant4644
      @stephaniemarchant4644 3 роки тому +3

      I will be placing an order soon!

    • @dontwanadisplaynameonutube2951
      @dontwanadisplaynameonutube2951 3 роки тому

      I would love to watch your videos but about 2 minutes in - I was sick.
      Please get a son to film for you, steadily.

    • @stephaniemarchant4644
      @stephaniemarchant4644 3 роки тому +14

      @@dontwanadisplaynameonutube2951 Why should he have to change his entire filming process when you could simply take some Dramamine....?! I have massive motion sickness, but would never privilege myself to the extent of telling someone to redo their entire way of production.... geez.... go spend a few bucks and do what a civilized person would do and help yourself instead of expecting others to bend for you. Ridiculous. *takes Dramamine and continues binge watching* 👀 some people's kids.... ugh

    • @dontwanadisplaynameonutube2951
      @dontwanadisplaynameonutube2951 3 роки тому +2

      @@stephaniemarchant4644 Pretty ignorant comment. Considering mine was constructive criticism and was to help him reach wider audience. I've never had motion sickness in my life, I can only assume the medication your suggesting random people to take with no medical insight on a stranger is an otc medicine for motion sickness. Regardless, It was unbearable to watch, mostly giving me a headache. He could also use a camera mount, even a body one. If he cant simply ask his son to hold the camera since he's there anyway. But he's literally drilling with 1 hand, and filming with the other. Entire way of production you say? like increasing the viewing audience and producing better quality videos would be soooo detrimental for him. Regardless of the method pursued. Albeit extremely simple to get much better quality. You seem like your simping hard for this dude, and attack anybody who says anything negative, and you criticize me for suggesting changes that would help him, but also tell me what I should be doing. Again, Pretty ignorant.

    • @destinationjesuschrist7043
      @destinationjesuschrist7043 3 роки тому

      Now sell it all in 3 hours and video it. That would actually be impressive.

  • @shadywhiteguy
    @shadywhiteguy 3 роки тому +4014

    The algorithm has determined that I am to become a prospector.

    • @Chroniknight
      @Chroniknight 3 роки тому +34

      Love this comment

    • @stephaniemarchant4644
      @stephaniemarchant4644 3 роки тому +34

      I second that algorithm determination ;)

    • @ShannonD.999
      @ShannonD.999 3 роки тому +41

      Respect the algorithm. it knows you better than you know you....🤣

    • @wafrikano
      @wafrikano 3 роки тому +9

      @Joe Devola jealousy causes rude remarks 🤣

    • @VenturiLife
      @VenturiLife 3 роки тому +2

      😆😆😆

  • @jonathangriffiths2787
    @jonathangriffiths2787 3 роки тому +1717

    Hey dan my names Jon and I want to say thank you. I had a crappy childhood my parents tried to kill me and then went to jail (long story) I decided to enlist in the marine Corp as soon as I was old enough and spent a few years over seas. when I got back I had PTSD and developed a drug problem went down the road for a while ended up homeless and stuff. I finally pull my head out of my a×× and got my stuff together and I had really became content on just getting by. For some reason though watching your videos really woke up a rockhounding hobby in me that has brought a lot of joy to my life even though ive just started
    Just wanted to say thank you

    • @sleepybearpermaculture1936
      @sleepybearpermaculture1936 3 роки тому +120

      Jonathan griffiths thank you for sharing this. You deserve to experience the beauty and joy in life as much as anybody else. Thanks for your service, and I’m sorry for your misfortunes. Wishing you luck and peace from KY.

    • @sulfide2076
      @sulfide2076 3 роки тому +71

      Not tryna be an asshole but this kinda sounds like a sob story

    • @AldousHuxley7
      @AldousHuxley7 3 роки тому +9

      Check out Tony Robbins on yt and read some self help books! Theyve helped catapult my life in a positive direction.

    • @kenycharles8600
      @kenycharles8600 3 роки тому +21

      When you find something you really enjoy you will never have to "work" another day in your life. I'm a pyromaniac. I discovered welding early in life. Been happy ever since.

    • @johnpurvis2154
      @johnpurvis2154 3 роки тому +3

      What kind of rock is that

  • @coreyburkhart7768
    @coreyburkhart7768 Рік тому +57

    Would love to see the whole process of this. A video where you're taking it to either a jewelry company or a middleperson or whatever that tries to buy the raw minerals/gems from you. I think would be really cool to watch.

    • @isaiahheffernan5726
      @isaiahheffernan5726 Рік тому +2

      But then someone else would know how to do what he’s doing, selling things is usually the hardest part when doing things like this

  • @qwandary
    @qwandary Рік тому +13

    I love that you're doing this as a family, looks like so much fun. Great way to enjoy nature and family bonding too.

  • @Praderanoire
    @Praderanoire 3 роки тому +884

    "I hope to earn your subscription today" Such a refreshing thing to hear from a content creator... Even though this isn't my cup of tea, I feel like that convinces me more than anything else.

    • @GymGuy545
      @GymGuy545 3 роки тому +6

      Exactly

    • @280SE
      @280SE 3 роки тому +7

      Same man!

    • @danimuraki1888
      @danimuraki1888 3 роки тому +13

      I subbed immediately after that.

    • @dontworrybehappy3381
      @dontworrybehappy3381 3 роки тому +4

      it did it for me lol

    • @cy9nvs
      @cy9nvs 3 роки тому +13

      Much better than "And don't forget to like and subscribe!" before the fucking video even started...

  • @lauragroenveld1668
    @lauragroenveld1668 3 роки тому +210

    I know nothing about rocks, I've never seen this channel before, but oh my god his excitment and passion just makes me love this so much!

  • @EchoJulez
    @EchoJulez 2 роки тому +6

    At the 10:14 mark you see exactly how genuine Dan is whilst reflecting upon his family. As a father of two boys, this speaks to me. I’m thankful to have found your page.

  • @thegroove2000
    @thegroove2000 Рік тому +28

    It makes me think that you can be literally walking past valuable minerals not knowing. I may have missed so much on my expeditions. Well done man. Well deserved.

  • @garfield7951
    @garfield7951 3 роки тому +135

    the fact that this absolute magical blue mineral is just sitting there... nature is so beautiful

  • @airatakhsaka
    @airatakhsaka 3 роки тому +2124

    Who wants to go dig after watching this

  • @revdupartist9386
    @revdupartist9386 2 роки тому +76

    Congrats Dan, that's a really nice find. It looks like you've got enough there to keep you out of trouble for quite a while.
    But what's even better is you've got a good boy who is happy to be by your side, a wife that supports what you're doing, and you live in a place where there is beauty everywhere you look.
    It sounds to me like you're rich already. 🙏🏼✌🏻

    • @heinkeld
      @heinkeld Рік тому +3

      I couldn't agree more. Rich is in the heart, not the wallet

    • @dennynurmiaty3484
      @dennynurmiaty3484 Рік тому

      Yeah I think so 👍👌👏🥰

    • @dennynurmiaty3484
      @dennynurmiaty3484 Рік тому

      Btw,I'm agree with opinion of Rev'd Up Artist.👍

    • @marcwinkler
      @marcwinkler Рік тому

      I found the same blue stones on the slope of the (1960) Hope Slide but please don't tell anybody ...

    • @83KJack
      @83KJack Рік тому

      spoken like a true 'arteest' Rev'd

  • @jalleman61
    @jalleman61 2 роки тому +5

    You truly come from the land that keeps giving.Emeralds,gold and precious gems all
    that grab people's minds and fill their pockets.Thanks for sharing

  • @nuckingfuts4721
    @nuckingfuts4721 3 роки тому +1557

    Mineral with no practical use: exists
    Humans: Shiny rock make monke brain feel gud

    • @thefool1086
      @thefool1086 3 роки тому +63

      Shiny rock makes money stooinks

    • @kubalesniak6532
      @kubalesniak6532 3 роки тому +30

      what about spiritual purposes

    • @Jakob-W
      @Jakob-W 3 роки тому +37

      Humans are the only beings on this planet capable of recognizing the true beauty of life

    • @kubalesniak6532
      @kubalesniak6532 3 роки тому +45

      @@Jakob-W ... and magpies

    • @nuckingfuts4721
      @nuckingfuts4721 3 роки тому +48

      @@kubalesniak6532 As I said, no practical use.

  • @Motionclip5
    @Motionclip5 3 роки тому +538

    Evan doesn’t know it right know but these videos/memories with his dad are going to be treasured by him when he’s older 😖

    • @facts6259
      @facts6259 3 роки тому +2

      Ya

    • @swoodc
      @swoodc 3 роки тому +1

      That's wholesome

    • @swoodc
      @swoodc 3 роки тому +2

      This was amazingly wholesome father son trip. I love it

    • @ehabelnady4960
      @ehabelnady4960 3 роки тому +11

      He looks like he doesn't even wanna be there

    • @Fra3H
      @Fra3H 3 роки тому +4

      i think he's not entirely happy on what is he doing

  • @sdimilus
    @sdimilus 2 роки тому +74

    I was already into learning about minerals and gems (all sorts of rocks) when I was a kid. We had a few books about them and my brother and I collected. I'm not sure why we never stuck with it, but I'd like to collect again. You've "unearthed" something within me. Thanks for the renewal. Journey ever onward and keep a keen eye.

  • @jamessullivan6875
    @jamessullivan6875 2 роки тому +4

    Really enjoy tagging along on your adventures. Keep doing what you're doing Dan! Nice to see genuinely decent folks like yourself out there with great quality and content.

  • @LL-rm1vj
    @LL-rm1vj 2 роки тому +129

    I just found your channel June 2021. I’ve been a rock hound for over 40 yrs. Sadly, my entire collection was stolen years ago and I literally fell into deep depression. I’ve just collected minerals for the sheer joy of owning a piece of “God’s nature art”; and I get true joy from gazing upon their beauty. Thanks for your videos. I’ll subscribe and live vicariously thru you!. ❤️💜

    • @gabrielpetta3001
      @gabrielpetta3001 2 роки тому +17

      I hope you one day build back up your collection even greater than it once was

    • @ZayedRayhan
      @ZayedRayhan 2 роки тому +7

      i’m so sorry about your rocks :( but the earth is ancient and there will always be more beautiful stones to be treasured :)) so keep collecting!!

    • @FreeCashSitesPRO
      @FreeCashSitesPRO 2 роки тому +1

      I relate :/. Good luck to you.

    • @kennethkeith3335
      @kennethkeith3335 2 роки тому +6

      For some reason i cried reading your post, I'm sorry that happened, I too went into a deep depression at one point and I know how you must have felt. Hope your doing good now.

    • @elijahjohnston3172
      @elijahjohnston3172 Рік тому +2

      If i ever lose any of my rocks im hunting down like john wick

  • @davidmandell1727
    @davidmandell1727 2 роки тому +524

    I'd like to see the finished pieces after they're sold. Do you have a good enough relationship with any of your buyers so that they would be willing to let you record them cutting, shaping, and polishing the rocks into the finished product?
    That would be interesting to see, as well.

    • @charlesnunn6081
      @charlesnunn6081 2 роки тому +31

      I would be interested in seeing that as well. Maybe trade some minerals for the video win/win.

    • @nellythree
      @nellythree 2 роки тому +9

      This would be awesome, please make a video on this !

    • @MrAlex173
      @MrAlex173 2 роки тому +4

      check out his website, he has a few items there

    • @dogefort8410
      @dogefort8410 2 роки тому +6

      Nothing finished though. Would be nice to get some etsy artists into turning out ready to wear bling stuff.

    • @EricBlair-jg2ux
      @EricBlair-jg2ux 2 роки тому +1

      He literally has a pinned comment at the top of this comment thread with a link to his site where you can see the auctions and photos of the finished items.

  • @DanBestBaby
    @DanBestBaby Рік тому +6

    what an amazing and fascinating life , wholesome that your family is out with you also. Its great to see people who live their passion everyday and can support their families off the back of it.

  • @blessyourheart1167
    @blessyourheart1167 2 роки тому +5

    New subscriber, I have no idea how I came across your channel but I’m sure glad I did. The first video I watched you were out looking for Jade. I absolutely adore how much you love being with your family, and how much they adore being with you. Your patience with Evan just your laid-back demeanor and your enthusiasm is contagious. I’m so happy to watch you do what you love . I look forward to watching all of your videos . I hope to eventually find where you list some of your jewelry that you have for sale . Right now I’m just enjoying binge watching your videos !! 🌺💜 Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your beautiful family .

  • @gabe7120
    @gabe7120 3 роки тому +84

    this would be my dream job. i have no formal education but i spend entire days sloshing around in rivers. glad i found you, man

    • @dovidmh9825
      @dovidmh9825 2 роки тому +3

      Hope you find something!

    • @yaykruser
      @yaykruser 2 роки тому +2

      Yeah, its a nice job, and he earns more in a lucky day than i do in half a decade.

  • @WilliamWeicht
    @WilliamWeicht 3 роки тому +496

    The real treasure is spending time with your family and that is priceless.

    • @mossy3552
      @mossy3552 3 роки тому +8

      Maybe but that treasure just paid off for Dan haha

    • @Ezzero07
      @Ezzero07 3 роки тому

      @@pilomilo8542 is something wrong?

    • @mossy3552
      @mossy3552 3 роки тому

      Pilo Milo 🙏

    • @00fendifranklin41
      @00fendifranklin41 3 роки тому +2

      No I think its the 40000/3 hour work day.

    • @saltwithlove2269
      @saltwithlove2269 3 роки тому +2

      Well said William - your comment has made my day , and you have said pretty much what I scrolled down to comment anyway . Here is something for you - the first ever four verse cover of this song , beloved by millions in the standard two verse format . Best wishes from London .
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  • @tinabonds2716
    @tinabonds2716 2 роки тому +8

    You and your family have inspired me and mine. We have Always loved being in nature and rockhounding, but never thought too much about value or selling, just beauty, and mostly that's still our goal. But we are going to see about collecting to sell some specimens to help fund our new addiction! Thanks for such cool, fun, contagious videos! We feel like we are right there with you and learn so much! You guys are awesome!

  • @tmziober90
    @tmziober90 Рік тому +5

    Dude, I find it amazing how you work and your family is involved in the business! I've only recently found your UA-cam channel and have been binge watching and learning a lot about gemstones. Thank you!

  • @Vermillion-ty4zr
    @Vermillion-ty4zr 3 роки тому +283

    Them rocks cracking and breaking sounded like my back when I bend down and grab something 3:37

  • @megankelley9578
    @megankelley9578 3 роки тому +29

    My 11yo daughter, for 3+ years now, wants to be a geologist so bad and she is going to love this channel! This is going to increase her love of being outdoors & increase her curiosity! Thanks!

  • @iliketocomment8144
    @iliketocomment8144 2 роки тому +7

    Looks like my kind of fun. I find anything digging or uncovering so interesting. And I love the manual labor part of it. Awesome stuff! 👍

  • @jenniferlucas2432
    @jenniferlucas2432 Рік тому +2

    I love the beauty in nature, and I love seeing your children out in the mountains with you… learning specimens of rocks and minerals! Most children are glued to an iPad and we need more parents like you who will teach their kid’s knowledge that gets handed down through the generations. Some things can’t be taught in a classroom… 💯🙌

  • @Wise_Old_Mon
    @Wise_Old_Mon 3 роки тому +951

    This homie playing runescape IRL

    • @JohnSmith-ox3gy
      @JohnSmith-ox3gy 3 роки тому +22

      He will need alot more minerals for the skill cape.

    • @Guggu3d
      @Guggu3d 3 роки тому +28

      Literally playing right now, how random!

    • @ChristopherMersch
      @ChristopherMersch 3 роки тому +21

      Lmao, I literally came to this after watching a RuneScape PK video

    • @VerfRS
      @VerfRS 3 роки тому +26

      Lmaoo

    • @joshrawks21
      @joshrawks21 3 роки тому +1

      LOL

  • @apricotts997
    @apricotts997 3 роки тому +1121

    Me: works 40 hours a week
    This guy: literally pulls my rent money out of the ground

    • @darkshadowsx5949
      @darkshadowsx5949 3 роки тому +83

      rent money? that about a year and a half worth of pay for me.

    • @randoanon
      @randoanon 3 роки тому +166

      You live on a $40K per month rental property? Must be buckingham palace, how's the queen

    • @johnnybird7593
      @johnnybird7593 3 роки тому +55

      And if you believe that junk he is finding is worth 40k, then i have some land to sell you... special price for you my friend 😂

    • @kasaloub.bennett9878
      @kasaloub.bennett9878 3 роки тому +37

      His estimates are so untrue folks. Absolutely bullshit.

    • @wallysnakes2690
      @wallysnakes2690 3 роки тому +51

      @@kasaloub.bennett9878 but as of recently he's sold around 50,000$ of it... just so you know

  • @connormalone5806
    @connormalone5806 Рік тому +12

    Can't get enough of how positive and wonderful your energy is

    • @gongoozleriam9783
      @gongoozleriam9783 Рік тому

      Wouldn't you be too though if you just found rocks that are worth $150 or more you just picked up and claimed? :)

    • @bichputin4763
      @bichputin4763 Рік тому

      @@gongoozleriam9783 right I was thinking exact same 🤣

  • @rondasanders8565
    @rondasanders8565 Рік тому +1

    That's absolutely AMAZING, Those stones are beautiful. But the most wonderful thing is YOUR FAMILY going with being interested and their precipitation in your dream. I love it

  • @CurrentlyRockhounding
    @CurrentlyRockhounding 3 роки тому +74

    Forget the money, having a location that your family is into is priceless.

    • @aidansharples7751
      @aidansharples7751 3 роки тому +6

      Having a site that your family feels safe enough to come too can mean your life in the long run.

    • @hollydenomme3508
      @hollydenomme3508 3 роки тому +2

      it's all about family and love.

    • @ThePunk01
      @ThePunk01 3 роки тому

      I rather have the money 😂

  • @THESHOMROM
    @THESHOMROM 3 роки тому +28

    I love when your whole family participates. Family is so important, so wonderful.

  • @davidloertscher4603
    @davidloertscher4603 2 роки тому +1

    Dan, I don't watch a lot of you tube but I find myself living vicariously through yours. These are amazing. I look forward to your next adventure.

  • @a1collective443
    @a1collective443 Рік тому +6

    Great finds buddy!!!!! It’s awesome to see you and your boys out there living the dream. So much going on in the world lately it’s good to see some wholesome family content. Blessings to you and yours man. Keep it up! 💪💪💪💪💪

  • @gs6810
    @gs6810 3 роки тому +799

    His Wife 6 years later: "Can we finally get those rocks out of the garage?!?"

    • @mcmdrpiffle447
      @mcmdrpiffle447 3 роки тому +184

      They're MINERALS Marie !!!

    • @jesusmedina4494
      @jesusmedina4494 3 роки тому +23

      Lol, sells them on a garage sale for chump change 🤣

    • @JoviaI1
      @JoviaI1 3 роки тому +52

      @@jesusmedina4494 For real though, garage sales are some of the best places to find high quality mineral specimens because people don't know their real value and just have them sitting on a shelf for years.

    • @jesusmedina4494
      @jesusmedina4494 3 роки тому +7

      @@JoviaI1 I believe you. 👍🏽

    • @SAMPAIDAWG
      @SAMPAIDAWG 3 роки тому +1

      @@mcmdrpiffle447 beat me to it lmao!

  • @chariseyoung9547
    @chariseyoung9547 3 роки тому +23

    I worked with a lapidary cutting and polishing stones with expensive equipment it was really intensive rewarding work. I felt priveledged seeing the stone transform the art of cutting a cube into a ball smooth perfectly round polished. The grains flaws become a distinctive signature on each piece of art.

  • @Hawke1343
    @Hawke1343 2 роки тому +1

    Congrats on the find! Very beautiful rocks! Its great to see you working with your family on harvesting it!

  • @andreagregg2288
    @andreagregg2288 2 роки тому +1

    Stunning stone which I had zero knowledge of before this video. I have learned so much in a short time from your videos. Thank you for bringing us along.

  • @Danhurd
    @Danhurd  3 роки тому +159

    Well we hit the 4000 likes quick enough, If we hit 8,000 by this time tomorrow I will give away 2 pieces! 12,000 I will give away 3!
    Edited Aug 10 -7:30 pm
    We have 9K likes so 2 winners it will be! Completely random comment picker used to select 2 comments.
    Winner #1: J Parabellum
    Winner #2: Zelly
    Contact me at: danhurd@shaw.ca
    Once I confirm your ID I will send you a piece of Ocean picture stone!

    • @LosGuerraBoyz
      @LosGuerraBoyz 3 роки тому

      Cool

    • @DragonFusion3D
      @DragonFusion3D 3 роки тому

      I'd love one of these!! They are so pretty!!

    • @pcarpenter2797
      @pcarpenter2797 3 роки тому +1

      They are so cool.cwould love some of these

    • @kylecox7134
      @kylecox7134 3 роки тому +2

      Dan these are beautiful if you hit 1 mil think you might do a come prospect with me trip?

    • @CC-xw5kc
      @CC-xw5kc 3 роки тому

      Nice

  • @johnwineman8060
    @johnwineman8060 3 роки тому +437

    FERB I KNOW WHAT WE ARE DOING TODAY

  • @KELLYRAEcopperqueen
    @KELLYRAEcopperqueen 2 роки тому +1

    Looks like fun. What gorgeous stones. Awesome that your family enjoys as well. I love your channel Dan. Thank You.

  • @darrellwolf2922
    @darrellwolf2922 Рік тому +1

    WOW, what a great day of mining and the rocks are beautiful, thanks for taking us along with you and your son, happy trails!

  • @benjie2x2
    @benjie2x2 3 роки тому +9

    Wow a very positive dad. With his perfect family. What a great example of happiness. Thank you for sharing your positivity for the world

  • @itiswhatisis8174
    @itiswhatisis8174 3 роки тому +14

    It makes me happy seeing someone doing something that they truly enjoy. And the fact that he mentioned his family right afterwards.

  • @rich52653
    @rich52653 Рік тому +1

    Nice work Dan. Fun watching this video. Beautiful rocks too. WOW

  • @charlesmosteller655
    @charlesmosteller655 2 роки тому +2

    Found your channel just a few days ago and I’m amazed at you’re finds! The blue coloring is incredible!

  • @gerhardfourie9868
    @gerhardfourie9868 3 роки тому +158

    DAMN IT MARIE! THEY'RE NOT ROCKS! THEY'RE MINERALS!

  • @gerribearden9290
    @gerribearden9290 3 роки тому +25

    When I was a young girl I used to dream that I was prospecting turquoise and I would find beautiful pieces. What wonderful dream...you’re rocks are so pretty.

    • @frost_d_jageryt4333
      @frost_d_jageryt4333 3 роки тому +3

      Bring your dreams to reality. Reach and grab onto the stars!

  • @dustinmartinez8153
    @dustinmartinez8153 Рік тому +3

    That is beautiful piece of stone the beautiful blues and the grays and the white. You two did a absolutely great job.

  • @devonanderson9514
    @devonanderson9514 2 роки тому +1

    I love watching! I look forward to seeing every episode. You are a very lucky man. I love it when you do the videos with the family. Keep up the great work ,sharing your adventures.

  • @willkeno
    @willkeno 3 роки тому +187

    I was today years old when I learned about the existence of this type of stone

    • @Realwrld03
      @Realwrld03 3 роки тому +10

      Oh you’re not a stoner? Dang...

    • @progunniedutchhd5310
      @progunniedutchhd5310 3 роки тому

      28

    • @jamieh7725
      @jamieh7725 3 роки тому

      Yep i wasn't even look for this but the fact a stone is worth 2k is crazy

    • @Lifehappens1
      @Lifehappens1 3 роки тому +1

      Love this comment .. this guys nutz lmao but still gettin it

    • @silverdawn2767
      @silverdawn2767 3 роки тому +4

      Check out black opal it's a stone worth anywhere from $3000-$35000 per carat depending on quality I know Dan gets opal but nothing like the value of black opal aka lightning ridge opal very beautiful too

  • @storesim
    @storesim 3 роки тому +436

    jade hunters legit throw tons of this away every single day i tell u

    • @dklord1
      @dklord1 3 роки тому +2

      Don

    • @carcentral4691
      @carcentral4691 3 роки тому +6

      Why

    • @storesim
      @storesim 3 роки тому +29

      @@carcentral4691 cuz its nothing worth lol

    • @shadowsintox9
      @shadowsintox9 3 роки тому +6

      That's a shame.

    • @dadedon305
      @dadedon305 3 роки тому +4

      greed and picky don’t match- too many aliens on my earth

  • @RespiraConmigo
    @RespiraConmigo Рік тому +2

    This is the first video I've seen from you and I loved it. I love your family, you're a very lucky man. Generally, I think the intrnet is missing people with good vibes and awesome energy like yourself. Much love.

  • @ellenmacarthur9669
    @ellenmacarthur9669 Рік тому +1

    This was so fun to watch. You have such a great family. I can't tell it means a lot for them to come along. God bless you I am so happy you will get a good pay out.

  • @shinyprisma6085
    @shinyprisma6085 3 роки тому +52

    i gotta say this ties for one of the most wholesome channels ive come across

    • @mikejo8083
      @mikejo8083 3 роки тому

      Do Tell... If Tied, What Are the Other Sites you recommend as Wholesome? Thanks

    • @dr.ossicle
      @dr.ossicle 3 роки тому

      ​@@mikejo8083 TheCrafsMan's channel for sure

    • @larryhendricks3402
      @larryhendricks3402 3 роки тому

      Ordinary sausage

  • @elstonmiramontes6688
    @elstonmiramontes6688 3 роки тому +47

    Two paydays: family adventures and the stones. Killer!

    • @ladamyunto
      @ladamyunto 3 роки тому +3

      Don't forget the workout hauling the suff out

  • @lindycarol9315
    @lindycarol9315 2 роки тому +1

    This was wonderful to watch. Educational and soothing to the soul, plus an adorable grandson 😊

  • @jessekayne178
    @jessekayne178 Рік тому

    Thanks, Dan Hurd Prospecting! You are one of my top 3 favorite youtubers out there and as a fellow rock hound, this speaks to me and makes me feel like I am not alone out there.

  • @greggaldridge
    @greggaldridge 3 роки тому +28

    This has inspired me to just get out in nature more and be more observant of what’s around me.

    • @TheCiaMKultra
      @TheCiaMKultra 3 роки тому +2

      Totally ! He finds such nice minerals, gems and gold . I want to be doing the same thing . Its out there, just a matter of looking

  • @Kweeftard
    @Kweeftard 3 роки тому +39

    I would never sleep knowing there's so many more rocks to harvest!!!

    • @martinbuendia7091
      @martinbuendia7091 3 роки тому +2

      I would take what I needed, and leave the rest for more hunters. We can all eat guys!

    • @martinbuendia7091
      @martinbuendia7091 3 роки тому +1

      Bigsqueeze 777 lol why would that be any different? There are more hauls to be found! I’d do it for the stones not the money. Money is literally printed on demand. And not hard to get.

    • @overtheroadwithmamasurviva5656
      @overtheroadwithmamasurviva5656 3 роки тому

      My wife would do the same thing, not sleep lol!

    • @bradyrose
      @bradyrose 3 роки тому

      It looks like there was a gate on the property, and it was a fairly obscure location. Given the fact that other prospectors clearly did drill holes to check for mineralization and passed up the gem values, It's probably fairly safe. Probably a good idea to harvest as much as you can in a season and stock it up in storage, but most of the values on this earth remain the ground because it takes hard work to know it and get it.

  • @Theowlwas
    @Theowlwas Рік тому

    Dan, you are living my dream. Out there with your family, enjoying life, playing in the dirt collecting rocks.. keep having a good time with your family!

  • @jallesac1
    @jallesac1 2 роки тому

    Love this, thank you for sharing your prospecting experience. What a great way to spend quality time with your son. Many blessings to you.

  • @fakedzarcasm7350
    @fakedzarcasm7350 3 роки тому +205

    I'm not even into stone collecting and mining but watching this was strangely satisfying
    Edit: ayy thanks for the likes! Glad many relate to my comment 😂

  • @sirsir9665
    @sirsir9665 3 роки тому +104

    Even if my stone's didn't have value I'd love to have stuff like this around my area to go mine some of.

    • @GarbageKnight
      @GarbageKnight 3 роки тому +4

      i know i live in a geological dead zone, all we have is tons of concrete making stuff, and gravel pits. some quarts but the stuff that is not in spear or quality form. once in a rare rare rare while a peice of amathst or pink rose quartz but its all cloudy not clear..and we should have soapstone so i can carve it,,but so far i cant find any large peices of soapstone. and whats on sale costs to much for freaking rocks..

    • @eddahbrahim5414
      @eddahbrahim5414 3 роки тому

      hi

    • @poprares6127
      @poprares6127 3 роки тому

      Cool

    • @freeenergymobile
      @freeenergymobile 3 роки тому

      Cloudy quartz has its uses, Especially for carving.

    • @freeenergymobile
      @freeenergymobile 3 роки тому

      Pink rose quartz makes nice bowls.

  • @seekingtruth690
    @seekingtruth690 2 роки тому +1

    Dan the Man you've definitely earned my subscription. You work hard at what you do always look forward to your shows......
    Thank you!

  • @deborahpeppard4582
    @deborahpeppard4582 Рік тому +1

    thank you for the rockhound dream day! your finds are so breathtaking! i will definately watch more of your prospecting. this is a dream come true Thanks again. this is my first time to this site!

  • @hlcastro23
    @hlcastro23 3 роки тому +33

    City gal here - you’re telling me that crowbars can be used to reveal something beautiful instead of just breaking into cars and houses?! 🤣😂 Subbed! Gorgeous specimens too

  • @wernerk1201
    @wernerk1201 3 роки тому +123

    Son looks like he smoked a big nug before getting some blue gem rocks

  • @krietor
    @krietor 2 роки тому

    Good fun! Thanks for sharing. Congratulations on finding pay dirt!

  • @richk320
    @richk320 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome show Dan!I'm learning so much from your videos!

  • @RandalPerry525
    @RandalPerry525 2 роки тому +21

    I'm just now finding Dan after this video has been up for over a year. Earned my subscription right away. Hearing at the end when Evan asked for 4k likes and seeing tens of thousands more made me wish I found you sooner!

  • @frankzamora8577
    @frankzamora8577 2 роки тому +17

    Beautiful specimens, and I love the bond you have with your family. It’s good to know theirs still good parents out there in this chaotic world.

  • @crystalcleanpro-brushclean242

    So much fun watching. Such beautiful stones

  • @user-dz9dz2rg9f
    @user-dz9dz2rg9f 4 місяці тому

    This is by far the most gorgeous stone! I would love to add any sized piece to my collection! What fun that your family enjoys going with you! Thank you for sharing! Always enjoy learning from your videos!!

  • @3000gtwelder
    @3000gtwelder 3 роки тому +23

    "You having fun?" That cracks me up every time with that look.

    • @FoamySlobbers
      @FoamySlobbers 3 роки тому

      " my family loves coming down here" yeah, I don't believe that at all. that kid looks like his dad is making him "like it"

  • @jamesbell8861
    @jamesbell8861 3 роки тому +16

    Hey Dan ... I was never interested in prospecting, panning, gemstones and geology much more then a flitting fancy. I have to admit to you that find myself looking forward to your videos and find myself making time to watch your videos. My wife is now a fan as well. Your combination of personality, knowledge and passion has us hooked. I love to imagine that your students feel the same way. The chemistry you have with your family is heartwarming. These Ocean Gemstones are beautiful and I hope you are able to get a handsome price for them. Looking forward to much more content from you and yours.

  • @nickkotsonis1780
    @nickkotsonis1780 Рік тому +1

    Love your videos, always put me in a good mood!

  • @newt1078
    @newt1078 Рік тому +6

    Dan, my mom and dad were “rock hounds” and I was fortunate enough to go on many trips throughout the southwest US.
    Watching your programs brings back so many wonderful memories.
    I know it takes a lot of your personal time to edit and put out your excellent videos, we the viewers want you to know how much we appreciate you and your family for all the hard work.
    Thank you for being you!
    God Bless and be well!
    Newt

  • @alwayswright3896
    @alwayswright3896 3 роки тому +4

    I love it when he asks his kids if they're having fun and they're like, sure, dad whatever you say 🤣😂

  • @Qwijebo
    @Qwijebo 3 роки тому +8

    I'm a weekend gold panner and rock hunter, this is by far the most interesting channel I have come across.

  • @derrikjasper1283
    @derrikjasper1283 2 роки тому +1

    I've seriously fallen in love with your videos and find myself Bing watching them all the time ! Keep up the good work 👍

  • @keepitreal477
    @keepitreal477 2 роки тому

    I absolutely love hanging out with you Dan. Finding treasure and learning new things. Your winning attitude makes me feel so happy. It's kind of like when I watched Bob Ross as a kid, it's just like that for me. God bless you and your Journey.

  • @alexanderyeadon2704
    @alexanderyeadon2704 3 роки тому +4

    Dan, you and Pioneer Pauly have revived my Family's interest in rock hounding and now panning for gold. We love watching your videos. Keep it up!

  • @PrismSoul
    @PrismSoul 3 роки тому +11

    Just love this Ocean picture stone...just looking at this calmed me down & put me at ease as if I were sitting there just taking in the views of the ocean.
    Just Beautiful!!!👍💗

  • @CorvitheRaven
    @CorvitheRaven 2 роки тому

    Loving the Prospecting videos. I keep seeing a bunch show up on my feed, and now I've been introduced to your channel. Absolutely love it, I've been in love with geology ever since I was a kid, but never learned as much as I could, I definitely plan on changing that.

  • @suzannekolb2196
    @suzannekolb2196 Рік тому

    Love the video of the family chipping in to help. Ocean picture stone. The blues were vibrant deep.

  • @coloradocustomleatherandblades
    @coloradocustomleatherandblades 2 роки тому +3

    Being a craftsman (knife maker) for seven years..... it touches my heart seeing your passion....not just a paycheck. Good work man

  • @joeybarrelwilde
    @joeybarrelwilde 3 роки тому +16

    Totally mesmerizing, and gorgeous. I'm impressed with what you found.

  • @maryw.5779
    @maryw.5779 Рік тому

    This was fun. I enjoyed your enthusiasm, and I'll definitely be back for more armchair prospecting. Thank you for sharing.

  • @dvincent137
    @dvincent137 2 роки тому +3

    This is so interesting! I just love the rough rock, and it doesn't look like it would take much to create a beautiful design out of this great stone.

  • @aphyngodiva2551
    @aphyngodiva2551 3 роки тому +26

    5:14 I hear that from my husband a lot too.

  • @tamihelms9272
    @tamihelms9272 2 роки тому +8

    This is a stunning stone and I can't thank you enough for educating all of us.

  • @road66runner3
    @road66runner3 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the cool video it's always fun watching you guys harvest and prospect.

  • @jerriauxier7295
    @jerriauxier7295 2 роки тому

    These are gorgeous!!I have never seen such colors in stone before. I find stones of all shapes and colors just fasanating!!

  • @NicholetteBrian
    @NicholetteBrian 2 роки тому +14

    We love the specimens you found! Some of those pieces would really turn out special. So far, we only prospect but I think it would be neat to see if one of us has the eye for cutting stones and gems. Love your video's, Dan!

  • @Toby-xv4mm
    @Toby-xv4mm 2 роки тому +1

    Dan is the man! I truly enjoy your positivity and cool outlook on things. This world needs more people like you. Keep it up!

    • @Danhurd
      @Danhurd  2 роки тому

      I appreciate that!

  • @lookslikeit1151
    @lookslikeit1151 2 роки тому

    That was awesome, they are so beautiful. Nature is awesome at the things she gives us to work with. Love the colors, thank again for sharing your craft with us.