Blowing Up Dynamite To Get Into An Abandoned Mine 

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This channel is better than 99% of TV shows out there.

Remember Johnny, one pebble falling onto your head can hurt like hell. Glad you're wearing a helmet, but continue being safe. You don't need to impress anyone. You've already impressed us by just going in there.

If the old miners could hear, I'm sure they would get a good laugh knowing that one of the most valuable & exciting things in the mine today is their britches.😆

I just picture these guys finding an old skeleton and they're just like "HEY LOOK, JEANS!"

Brent sharing his adventures in Cerro Gordo is the highlight of my 2020.

Everyone remember. The video itself isn't scary. The fact is, if they stop upload then we should be scared

What's amazing to me is how the miners got all that track and building material down the shafts and onto the levels to build

This guy is probably the reincarnation of the man who founded the town .

You should bring a LIDAR scanner and map all these mines and the surrounding area. That could help you figure out where the mines are getting close together, and allow your viewers to explore the mines in VR.

Man that other guy is a real friend to constantly be down for going into dangerous mines.

I’m so jealous of your life. I live in an old military building in Alaska built in 1904. It has all sorts of old relics and things I’ve found over the years. If you ever need a chef to come out there and to cook for the crew and help explore and fix up old buildings I’d be there in a flash.

this guy deserves his own show on discovery channel

It's actually so cool that he has this massive collection of books on Cerro gordo that he can read and then go find what's in that book. Sooooo cool

That old dynamite guy has to be the most badass old man ive yet to see, good health to him, a modern cowboy

Death trap. I love watching people crawl through old mines....so I don’t ever have to. Thank you. Balls of steel.

I was born in NV, with abandoned mine entrances visible from my back door growing up. This channel has been captivating for me, a real firsthand witness of a piece of western history. I'm extremely glad to see you now taking safety much more seriously. Like, seriously. Y'all scared the crap out of me. :D

I mentioned this earlier in a previous comment and figured that it's worth it to put it out there. I know that exploring abandoned mines is inherently risky, but that makes it all the more important for the team to be cautious and smart about exploring. We've seen that Brent understands this but Johny being risky for the sake of looking "cool" is a great way to get both him and Brent killed. Johny is very mistaken when he mentions that, "As long as it's my life I'm risking I'm ok," not only because he is risking Brents life, but he also is risking all the lives that may have to venture into the mine to save him if he gets stuck or breaks a leg. Brent, you are the responsible one here. What you guys are doing is very brave and I admire you for that. But safety comes before ego.

The fact that all of that has just been sitting there, untouched, while the entire world just continued on is fascinating.

i love brent & johnny’s friendship so much hahaha

Hey! Great video! A few more things about climbing: 1. do not put your arm or head in between the rope and whatever you're climnbing. always keep it in between your body going straight up. Because your arm or head will get trapped in between the rope and the wall or ladder or something else and that could easily break your arm or get you trapped. 2. always secure your rope on multiple points. you tie it down a few feet away from the hole or ledge, and then tie it down again where your rope should be to descend. there are special anchors for this purpose. 3. use pads on the points where your rope is tied around something or where it rubs on a ledge to protect your rope from abrading. climbing rope is expensive and any fraying means that your rope should be thrown away because it won't be safe anymore.

At 21:25 there’s a breathy whisper that says “I know” after Johnny says that’s brilliant

Putting Johnny more into scene too and making it like a complete duo documentation is really cool! :D

Blowing Up Dynamite To Get Into An Abandoned Mine: The awakening of the Cerro Gordo balrog

"Imma free-climb this bi-" Famous last words there bud.

Those miners were never recovered. That means they are still wearing their jeans

Johnny, the helmet, glasses and vest are industry standard. You look prepared, not like a dork. As someone who typically does all black and has to wear this stuff on site too, I empathize. Doing reckless things doesn't make them not reckless, until you do get hurt or worse.

Last words: "This is the end of a shovel" - (Proceeds to tap it on the rocks)

Get this man a Netflix deal already 100 time more interesting than anything they ever put up.

Some shop for denim at Target, others shop for it at Kohl's...whilst others, shop for it at Cerro Gordo

Have to write this as I can't watch this in good conscience without knowing I said something. The absolutely casual relationship with safety or concern for best practices in these videos is without a doubt a foreshadow of tragedy. I do a lot of dangerous things, and I am constantly trying to win back slack against the odds with thought, planning, and equipment. Watching these I am 100% sure there is an unfortunate incident in the future if things continue the way they are. So certain that you're flirting with disaster I would feel bad watching these without commenting. If you own that mine- you set the rules. Safety isn't negotiable. Because one person is cavalier with their life doesn't absolve you from the impact of the fallout. Think of how you felt when the hotel burnt down... the regret for not thinking about the wiring. Now think of that moment after someone acting cavalier and moving too fast gets buried alive, crushed, hell- just a bad leg break, pressure pneumothorax, or a bleeding wound... no way you're going to get back up in time. Your margins for error are much smaller than you think. That guy being reckless isn't just endangering himself, he's moving quickly and headlong into things that (even if he's the only one who dies) will massively impact you mentally, physically, emotionally, and monetarily. You are missing a ton of warning signs and you may lack the fortitude to be authoritative with those around you. I say all this out of a concern for where this is heading. Edit: Happy to see you being MORE safety cautious. But you need to stay on that, think over the horizon. I like your videos and your enthusiasm. I don't want anything to happen.

Grow old doing this Dude, thanks for the vids.

30:00 Miners back in the days, "You know what will be funny, if we build tracks to nowhere and people come down here after 100 years follow the tracks believing they found a way, but they dont" lol hhhhhhhh. Troll of the Century.

Can't wait, the best channel i've found in years. Mad respect to you Brent, loving your journey, thanks for taking us along for the ride! Do you think you will ever get in to the 200 level?

What are the chances you could occasionally include an overlay of your approximate location on the maps you have of the mine? A stretch goal suggestion being, show your location on a 3d rendering of the map.

Looks like still silver in that mine. A good metal detector would be neat to take down. Also if you see pink rock, it could be colbalt.

" you can almost *feel the levis* back there" my favourite line of the month, thank you

It's taken me two weeks but I've watched everything on this channel and loved it.

I've been binge watching your channel for days now. I'm absolutely hooked on your adventures. I admire your bravery and commend your love for that town. I watch with my daughter and i really hope that someday we can come visit. I'm only in vegas so not too far away. Please be safe! Best thing i have watched in ages!

When I first heard about miners I think of selfish people that look for ores but this guy goes down the mines for the story of the place and to find old things. And so does Johnny he just wants to have fun he is the most risk taking person I’ve seen

Brett is really playing minecraft irl, building a village, exploring abandoned mines, and raising animals lol

Tell Johnny that he doesn’t look like an idiot in the fluorescent vest- he looks smart!

Thank You Brent for sharing your Home, Cerro Gordo with all of us. You're teaching us all something new every time you make a new video about Cerro Gordo and the surrounding areas and the history that goes with it.

I love what you're doing. It is a dream of mine to own a small ghost town of my own one day. I'm only 17 years old but I love geology how rocks form mining is something I take a big interest in. I love your videos they're very knowledgeable and fun to watch. Keep up the good work. And hopefully one day once you get your property up and running for tourists to go there I would love to visit. I live in New Mexico currently in a small town called T or C it used to be mine in town also famous for Hot Springs

You should take spray paint and paint marking for mines that youve explored and colour code it to help you navigate them better.

This is like the curse of oak island, but stuff actually gets done

I'm so addicted to this channel. Is it weird that I feel like I need to hear Brent's voice every day?

Johnny is the one to get you killed. like seriously, old nitroglycerin is very unstable to slight movements and Johnny grabbed a bag full of dynamite and dumped it out in the 85 foot level without a care in the world (When he found Levi jeans I think)

I think this channel have one of the best communities of the youtube rn, everyone just telling how they like this channel, and a lot of people helping, cheering for him, and giving tips. I definitely love this channel as a whole

Cerro Gordo Guy: *Sees opening to a mine* Also Cerro Gordo Guy: *LEVIS INTENSIFIES*

Really cool to see Jonny in there with you, gives great perspective on size of the tunnels and the crazy spaces!

It makes me happy that you learned & did better about taking more safety precautions! Keep doing great dude & stay safe!

"Did you just fart or somethin'? Why's it smell so bad?" "Shhhhh"

Never realized how big those places are till you had your friend in the shot for scale, wow!

I absolutely love watching you and Johnny explore the mines. I myself am claustrophobic so it is very hard to watch you I those small shafts. I look forward to each new video whether you are going into the mines or just exploring for artifacts. I love preserving bits of history, so thank you for your excitement and never giving up. Looking forward to your next video.

What an awesome adventure. I get to improve upon my boring life by living vicariously through you. Thanks mate.

"Ladders, why did it have to be Ladders?" I appreciate a good Indy reference!

I never knew about nitroglycerine headaches, that was interesting to learn! Thanks!

Even after exploring over 100 mines in California, I have always wanted to explore these mines, but they were always off limits. Fascinating following your explorations so far.

I appreciate everything you do, I’m new to this channel and I’ve been binge watching all day! You’re such an inspiration to me it’s not even funny mate! Just know your amazing adventures are being watched all over the world and I’m from Sydney Australia!

Johnny thinks he looks stupid with the safety gear. But in reality, he looks more stupid when he thinks he's above it. Safety is sexy

i have no idea why i even stopped to watch this whole 30 min video but this was more entertaining then watching any tv show lmao, keep up the good shit mate

Just when I think I've followed and watched every one of Brent's Ghost Town Living...I go perusing through the videos and find HEY! I've missed this one. So here I am watching and this real feeling of being closed in covers me. I believe I've actually started living in Cerro Gordo, waiting for the next video... Thank you Brent for helping us to discover some history and outdoor activities that I thought I might be to old to do...it's taking that first step outside the comfort zone. Be safe and continuing growing, learning and sharing with us...this is real life and dangerous.

Johnny, we want to keep you around. Don't be reckless!

26:26: Johnny: "You can edit that out..." Brent: "No...no, I don't think I will..."

Days of work with a loader. Imagine how much work was involved when all this was done by hand! Can’t wait to see inside that omega!

Great ongoing adventure...Compelling...breathtaking...I enjoy every episode and I am with you every step of the way....AMAZING....

I just found your RU-vid channel and I really enjoy it. I've always have had a deep fascination with mining in the American West and the science behind it. Not to mention Ghost Towns. Thank you for the amazing content. Stay safe out there!

Man I love these videos, I eagerly await them every week. Please be careful in there you guys, we all want to come visit Cerro Gordo, and meet you fellas.

i was alot less scared for you watching this one then the last time you went into that mine thanks for taking alot more safty precautions

Thank you for adventure! Excitement so great! Be praying for you and johnny..Love JC Be blessed!❤❤💝💝🙏

Thanks Brent and Johnny for a awesome look into another old mine. It’s very interesting video. Happy trails

The lengths a man will go to for a pair of Levi's.

Good to see you taking safety a bit more seriously. I keep worrying that each video will be your last.

something is so magical about this channel... It makes me want to work outdoors all day and just stay satisfied at the end of the day without wifi and toxic people Love this channel

Thank you Brent I must say : my heart was in my throat many times while you and Johnny were scampering around down there. Looking forward to keeping the faith though and following you. Good luck in the new year to both of you.🥶

So, miners when down mines and took their jeans off? Image how much silver they could have found if they weren’t having a constant subterranean no pants party.

This channel is one of the few good things to come out of 2020

I really enjoy watching all that you do and learning about the mines.

Seriously, theres NOTHING on tv as good as this. And why I watch your mine adventures before I go to sleep is beyond me. But I cant help it. I'm addicted. We all say to you two stay safe,be careful , don't be wreckless., but you do what you do and your guardian Angel's are there,whiskey in hand,saying "They are at it AGAIN."

Seriously some genuine content. Millions of RU-vid channels and I can’t get enough of these authentic vibes..

I like that you gave us different perspectives by giving Johnny a camera as well. I'd love to see you do this more often!

It just gets better and better. My husband and I are binge watching it.

That connecting level on the Bouillon looked like there was still a good bit of silver ore in there. I'm sure there is probably cartloads in the ores chutes. People would probably pay some money for souvenirs/commemorative items made from the ore. Have someone slice up the rocks, polish them up and coat them so the silver doesn't oxidize. They'd make awesome coasters, Christmas tree ornaments, pendants, etc.... You could probably sell them for fundraising to rebuild the hotel and other projects.

22:27 "Look here's another small space for me to crawl into" - Johnny

I feel like worrying about how you look while climbing in an old case is like worrying about how you look when you are swimming with sharks.

-binge watching episodes- If he doesn't have a dog named Levi by the time I catch up I'm going to be pissed...

Imagine our boy hitting a massive gold pocket.

Quite literally my favourite weekly watch on all platforms, hello from Pembrokeshire Wales :)

Hello from Scotland,love what adventures and what your doing.👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

From about 19 minutes in on this video I was seeing what looks like blue rocks. There is a story about the Comstock lode. Early on when it was mostly a gold mine the miners were having trouble getting to the gold because of all the "blue stuff" that was in the way. It turned out that the blue stuff was a high grade silver ore--is that what I see in the Union tunnel?

Brother I Appreciate the HARD WORK YOU PUT OUT FOR THE VIEWERS I love every one of your videos again THANK YOU!!!❤👍

I just can”t understand how people give this a thumbs down, we love watching it here in the uk 😊

Love these adventures...keep it going -

So exciting I loved going with you not having to do the hard work thanks so much xx

Feeling so lucky that i stumbled upon your channel! Love what you are doing and I wish I could be there with you.

Honestly man, i've watched youtube for a long long time and this video is the only one i've ever sat on my thumbs waiting for! Amazing channel and a crazy challenge, stay safe and rock on from England UK

It would be amazing to see you guys make a project of making an airfield for Cerro Gordo!! I'm sure lots of pilots would love to stop by, maybe even drop off some useful materials for ya and your awesome project!

I love watching your shenanigans from the safety of my living room. Once upon a Time I was young and dumb enough to crawl around mine shafts but definitely not now. 😁

absolutely enthralled at your dedication to explore the abandoned mine