Mining Ore and More In The Ghost Town I Live In... 

Hey everyone! If you didn’t see, I just posted a new video! I put it on my other channel by accident, but I hope you check it out here! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_xA7B9Y2jK4.html

Thank you all so much for ALL the support through this journey! So many new adventures to be had and progress to be made. These winter months can be slow, but it'll be Spring soon enough! Cheers to 2022 and beyond!

Brent, the real treasure is not the silver. The real treasure is the awesome memories you create and share them with us!!! Thank you so much for your passion for Cerro Gordo, history and life!!! May God continually bless you and help you keep the creative juices flowing with your amazing simple down to earth presentations.👍

So happy you went home for a visit. I promise that your parents missed you more than they will ever say. My happiest times are when I see my daughter face to face.

Brent you are the hidden treasure of Cerro Gordo. Your efforts over the last few years have been inspirational.

Everyone who loves your channel looks forward to updates on your adventures, and the progress you make up at Cerro Gordo. Never forget that you have a solid foundation of viewers who love the content you provide; and we won't go away because you haven't posted every week. Your internal, spiritual and emotional health is the most important thing! Pacing yourself, and posting when the spirit moves you, is enough for us! Take Care of Self, Brent! Everything else will fall into place. Keep going, mate. :D And when I need a CG moment? I tune into your Cerro Gordo Two channel, and listen to 'the Cerro Gordo soundtrack' you've created, and watch the images you've documented. IT NEVER GETS OLD! 😌😌

22 months since we were gifted the greatest channel on the internet😏 Be encouraged Brent, I know it might be a bit much balancing YT & a literal town, but either way, you provide so much love and passion, inspiring so many! Bless you buddy.

I am truly humbled by your story. As you have grown into your roll as Cerro Gordo’s caretaker and historian your life philosophy has grown as well. We see it in how much you try to give back to a location. you are learning to live on “island time” seeing the long game as a real thing. I am happy you got away perspective comes with distance. When you set yourself up as the living embodiment of a ghost town the only thing to be wary of is becoming a ghost yourself. Thanks Brent

So excited to see you again ..I'm a 75 year old women from Australia ..love to see you learning about nature and life ..loving animals as I do love that grey kitten ... Have 3 grown sons ..so see you in that dimension..as they grew on a farm with motor bikes..etc love to see your life there ..so thanks for posting again !

Great to see Robert back at Cerro Gordo and doing well. In 2010 my 12 year old son and I drove up in our new Jeep and Robert gave us a tour of the hotel, the museum and also directed us to the bunker site where Iron Man scenes were shot, just to the north of the town. My son and I remember that trip well.

100% behind you whatever direction you decide to take. You have given us all so much

The world needs more people like Brent. It is pure joy to listen to this!

Yeah!! We have been worried about you Brent!! So glad to see you are ok!!

I've watched you since the night your little car got stuck in the snow and what you've accomplished so far is beyond incredible. But I'm happy you took time off for yourself, its so important that you regularly practise self care. I got concerned about the weight you were losing but the trip home definitely did you good you're looking better. Take your time and we will enjoy along with you, Cerro Gordo needs you healthy 💜🇮🇪💜

Don't feel so down my friend, you are experiencing somthing very few people will ever get to experience, just remember to take that breather once in a while, to keep yourself refreshed. We will all still be here ready to watch your next video 😁

Brent, one of your best videos yet. It is so reflective - not just of your activities in and around the mine and town - but of your inner being, your thoughts and dreams that are being shaped by the solitude you experience and, the wonderment of the past and anticipation of the future. Thank you for being the person you are, for sharing your experiences and, for being the eyes into a place and time that most of us in the world would never know or experience for ourselves.

Brent, you're going to be the COOLEST old dude. It's going to be a complete treat to anyone in the future that gets to sit down and have a conversation with you.

This is such a welcome departure from other RU-vid content. Feels like a vacation. Thank you.

I love the old photos of people in the mines. It makes you think of what they endured just to survive and make money. I love they way you make it so understandable and easy to access.

Thanks for sharing Brent, my wife and I look forward to your video each weekend. We really hope your break / vacation helped. Be safe up there, physically and mentally. It seems like you have made so many new friends. We hope you stay happy and motivated. Cerro Gordo needs you, and you’re doing a great job. Keep it up we’re so impressed with how far is has all come. Greetings from Iowa, no mountains or mines here!

Brent! Everything you’ve been doing is amazing and so many of us appreciate it. You’ve accomplished so much in 22 months. I, for one, envy people like you who are able to bring us into your life and share your experiences. Thank you!

Balance is so important in life! Hope you find that perfect balance and continue your adventures along the way. These videos show a great appreciation for that search. So thanks for another great, inspirational one!

I freaking LOVE your videos and your enthusiasm for the property and history. The way you tell the story is captivating. Keep up the awesome work!

A lovely memory once again you have captured... I doubt any "big "TV channel would even capture 40% of what you do. You are broadcasting your experience , including past and present residents. Making your own history and even a glimpse into the future. I wish you well Sir.. Thank you.

Brent, moving forward while pacing yourself is very wise of you to doscover. It takes most people years, decades, maybe never to figure that out. Slow and steady wins the race. In the meantime, we'll wait.

I'm glad you wear a respirator when you are drilling out the ore now. Looking forward to many more Cerro Gordo videos and restorations for many years to come

First off, I'm SO glad you took some time away from Cerro Gordo. We missed your videos, but it's ALWAYS good to take mental breaks and the last thing any of us want is for you to get burned out! Mental health breaks are good for the soul. Secondly, I love that you did a time capsule. I almost wish you wouldn't have told anyone about it and I hope you did throw off the trail with a lot of incorrect clues. ;) My husband and I bought a 1960's house in Las Vegas back in June. A few weeks ago we decided to reface the fireplace since I couldn't get the smell of cigarettes out of the stone after four scrubbings. Turns out it's fake stone. But there was plywood behind the stone that was probably the cause...and behind the plywood was more fake stone! But also there was a storage area (which I thought there might be) and low and behold it was filled with old cabinets, wiring from a stereo system, a 1960's MAGNAVOX TV (!!!), an old Pepsi can (the kind that you open with a church key), and some old juice bottles that likely date back to the late 50's or early 60's. SO, as we rebuild the facade - now with a wet bar to the side - I've put a time capsule of my own back into the wall. It has a letter about the house, pictures from when we bought the house, pics from the demolition of the fireplace, and a note about where we might put another time capsule as we have plans for another remodel in the future. I love finding this stuff! I love thinking about all the people who have lived here and what they have done in their lives. Nothing like Cerro Gordo's richer history, but just as fun to think about. :)

I really enjoy learning about Cerro Gordo, but I think that perhaps your reflections on life are what I enjoy most. God bless you, Brent.

Brent, take a note from the old timers that died working on the town, there might be toxicity in the air, or toxic chemicals around you. You should make sure theres no aspestos and that you are wearing a resperator down in the mine because two people who last worked on the down got deathly ill and it might not be a coincidence.

I'm happy you had a proper vacation and some distance of cerro gordo to reflect on your life. And hopefully some variety in your diet 😂 Thanks for the update!

I always come back to your channel when I'm struggling with my identity as a historian, you're great at grounding history in humanity, in material objects and people.

This is the coolest idea/page. I admire the confidence you have to just plunge hundreds of feet into earth just cause your passion! Found your page a week ago and I’m already in love with Cerro Gordo! Keep it up! You’re very inspiring 🤙🏽 love from Hawaii !!

Thankyou for sharing your life with us. Brent I hope to meet you someday you are a inspiration to slow down and do what you love. History baby!

I love that the last thing you say before going down into the mine is “take care of the cats!” Priorities in the right place! 😸 What you’ve accomplished in the last 20 months is remarkable. I hope you take all the time you need to find your balance so you’re not feeling too overwhelmed. So glad you got a chance to go be with your family. That chance to really unplug is so important.

Many Blessings and Prayers sent up for your phenomenal journey. We are grateful that you take US ALONG!!👏💯🔥☀️🌄

Thank you Brent for let us be part of your town, of your personal journey. It’s a hard job to put your life online, and all the work you do showing the amazing things the Cerro Gordo have is really amazing.

Even though it's through videos, I've fallen in love with this town and I can't wait to visit some day. Thanks Brent for making history come alive. Well done sir!

Glad that you are safe. Thank You for sharing.

Hey Brent. Good to see an update. You are definitely your own man on a road much less traveled in today's times. It's rewarding watching your muses and motivations. Your life and your conscious have changed forever. You are definitely winning over other free spirits!

Thank you so much for sharing your adventures and dreams with us! Always a thrill and an inspiration!

Good to watch you today . Getting a break from whatever is your day to day life is always needed by most of us. Glad you had a chance to go see family & friends Brent. Enjoyed this one as I can relate. 👍

I have been watching you from the beginning and you just amazed me with the love you bring to us all. Sometimes you go out of your way to touch all of us in one way or another with something new. Your a great young man wish I had that much poop in me. I did when I was a young wippersnapper . Thanks my man.

I’m glad you included a letter in your time capsule! I’m always fascinated by them when they are found. I love to see the objects, maps and trinkets but what’s most fascinating is the hand written letters!!

thank you too Brent. for sharing Cerro gordo and your tales, adventures, and everything that you share with us. Hope, to one day visit . Greetings from South Africa.

The longer time in between the videos makes me appreciate them even more! Take time for yourself, we will be here waiting and eager to view your next video!

These videos warm my heart, in a way I cannot explain. The way you speak of the place, the words you use to talk about life in general, and the fleeting existence that we have here. Is so Awe inspiring. The passion, and the drive to make this a place that people can come see, and feel what you feel, is really amazing. Keep up the great work. We love the videos. I watch them not only for the adventures, but more for the inspiring messages that are in them.

Getting lost in the quest for progress is why people have become what they are. Never stopping to smell the air, to feel the dew, or touch the rock. Good on you for slowing the pace

I love the fact you love history so much that you are willing to share it😊

Everyone needs a vacation .. good for you. Remember your life is yours, we tag along, but only when and if you allow.. just as it should be

Your parents are priceless. There’s going to be a day you wish you could go fly back and visit for couple days. Always cherish every second while your there. Thank you for all your content. Love every second of it. Your making something that generations for many,many years that can enjoy.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

I love your channel so much. You are letting us all read your virtual diary in a sense. Do you keep an actual physical diary of your explorations? I think it could be a wonderful insight you could share with your family down the road! Best wishes from Indiana ❤

So glad to see a new video from you. I start to worry about you when two weeks go by without anything here from you. You definitely have a RU-vid family following you.

I love Mr. Demaris, he sure can tell a story!

For all of us who have experienced the great area you live in... Your videos bring back all of our great memories!! Hoping someday to contribute!!

Happy new year Brent! I’m so glad you took a break to take care of yourself. One really great thing that’s come out of the times we’re in is I think people are really started to take their mental health more seriously. Burnout is one of the shittiest things I’ve ever experienced and I’m glad you’re committing to find a balance for yourself so you don’t hit that breaking point. You can’t take care of the town if you don’t take care of yourself first. Glad to see things in Cerro Gordo are doing well and I’m glad you’re prioritizing your well-being.

Bet those miners way back would of loved to have those drills Brent. I love the introduction music. Your great dude. Much love to you. ❤

Stumbled on your channel during the first lockdown and watching ever since. You're doing great bro, don't stress about "progress". We are all behind you 💯 cheers from NZ

Hey Brent, just to say a huge thank you for sharing this amazing journey with the world. You are protecting and also creating history here. Your videos are so inspiring and have often helped motivate me over the last couple of years so I am truly grateful for that 🙏

What a wonderful young man you are. You are going to do amazing things there because it's being done with love. Stay safe, love from the UK 🇬🇧

We’re enjoying your journey Brent look after yourself take as much time as you need, we’ll be here

Thanks for the update Brent. Bet it was quite the mental shock to get out to Florida. I remember spending months in a cabin with the only action being listening to winter ice cracking across the lake. To go back to a noisy city was almost surreal and one finds themselves yearning to go back to the special quiet of the natural world again. Cheers! Glad you took a break!😊

Do what you need to do We'll be there to support you all the way, even if it is from afar. Thanks for the video.👍👍

SO glad you got to take a much needed break and get away for a while. It really does help re-center you and bring things into focus. You look and sound better too. Cant wait to see whatrs coming this year Brent! Great video!

Brent words surpass me you are such a caring individual love your videos leaves me feeling melancholy ❣️❣️

I don't care what anyone says this is the most entertaining content on any platform. Thank you Brent your the best!

Brent, I want to thank you for being honest about struggling to find balance. I myself am on a similar journey and regularly strugle and often wonder how others can do it. Many forget that what we see is not the whole truth and I really needed to hear your honesty. Thank you. Take care of yourself!

It was great getting to see you again Brent! Our ModernJeeper crew had a great visit!!

That man Robert is an inspiration. With that being said, so are you brent!…. I’ve recently found myself asking what do i want most?

I'm gonna have to save this video for tomorrow, as it's my bedtime. But I know it'll be a good un. They always are great. A joy to watch. Brent you are an outstanding filmmaker.

How incredibly brave of you to share the vulnerability you feel and the evolution of your state of mind. Thank you for bringing me on the journey of Cerro Gordo.

Thank you Brent and Co. Always a treat to see whats going on. Your 2022 resolution is vital. Presse stay safe and most importantly Sane. Youre on the right path. Kind regards from Denmark.

I'm so happy you gave yourself a break we all need it mentally and physically its good to escape one mans paradise is another mans hell and so quickly the lines can be blurred and no longer sure which we one are facing

So pleased to hear you went home for a time. This was one of your best decisions you have ever made. Now you know you can leave will make you a far better caretaker than before. God bless

Brent. It's good that you have come to realize that your commitment and passiom for Cerro Gordo, doesn't always mean your having to be there, especially since you have somoene else there keeping an eye on the place and the animals. You need to spread your wings as often as the desire hits you. Thanks for sharing

Your channel and your positivity offer us an alternative to the consistently negative messaging being soaked up by the sleeping sponges of the world. Thank you for choosing the road of joy, of light, of vision. You encapsulate the higher realm of human consciousness that we have available to us now, and always.

What you are doing is so cool. Preserving history and making history at the same time!!

Love Ya Brent! Your Journey is absolutely inspiring and brings a little light and joy to each and one of our days! I think I can speak on Behalf of us all when I say you have made our covid 19 journey not so boring and have given us something to look forward too! Keep up the Amazing work my friend!

I have watched all your videos and I miss seeing you. I check everyday. I am 80 years old and just love all you do. Please stay safe..I just love your spirt and soul.

Simply one of the best channels on RU-vid… Brent you are on the right track with your overall mental and physical health. Keep working because you have what it takes…

Everybody has advice for you but I can see that you are very intelligent and in tune with yourself. It's very cool watching this adventure. Thanks for sharing

Hi Brent just wanna say thank you for the work you are putting into these videos and Cerro Gordo. Don't try too hard to stick with the uploading schedule, enjoy the adventure and stay safe! We will be here whenever you will upload.

thank you for the ending words. I myself find myself struggling to find a balance in my life, it means a lot to me to have you put those words out there which I can relate to soo much ❤

It is great to see the crew all doing well...little buddies!

Mate, it is so good to see you as still as enthusiastic as when you first got there. Thank you for caring about the history and rebuilding what you can.

Great video my friend. Brent you're never alone spiritually we are all here with you although it may not be physical. Keep up the good work my friend. God bless you

Thank you for allowing us to follow along with your journey Brent. Seeing these videos are amazing and watching you grow and learn is truly inspiring. Can't wait to see where the future takes you and I'm excited to watch it all unfold.

I'm from Florida, too, Brent. I can tell from your videos that Cerro Gordo is a far stretch from living in Florida. I admire you for everything you are accomplishing at Cerro Gordo. Take your time and don't stress out. You have the rest of your life!

I can’t get over the scenery there. It’s so beautiful, and it’s something that before this channel, I thought you could only see in other parts of the world, but now I know that one of the most beautiful places is in the us. It just took a second to realize and take it in.

Good job taken your own time. It's an important balance. Work that we love and pleasure of helping and teaching. We'll done sir. Behind you for sure!

I can’t tell you how much I love your videos, I haven’t found such a great content creator on this platform until I stumbled upon you

thank you for this visual gift of adventure. I lived 66yrs. in in California. and last year moved to Texas. which I am very happy with. but as a lifelong artist, I miss the drama of the California landscape. and especially it's deserts and mountains I held dear. you feed my soul with each video. thank you so much.

All of your teachings and adventures about the town are so informative and interesting. You're awesome.

Peace and best wishes - glad to hear your message.

First it’s so good to hear that hand waving HELLO bellowing out of my iPad! Second thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this journey with the world! You bare your soul to us and for that I am forever grateful. I’ll probably never make it out there to see Cerro Gordo but I see it thru your eyes! And it is thrilling! Thank you for being such an awesome story teller of such an awesome place!

Take time whenever you need. We'll be here from all over the world. You've inspired many.

The Best RU-vid Channel EVER!!!! Welcome Back Brent! 🤗

We need some Belshaw socks for merch! No joke!!

Thanks Brent for time you spent pushing so hard to get Cerro Gordo off the ground many of us have had concerns you were pushing to hard over a long period of time. Your realization whilst having a dream you need a life balance. We are here watching from all over the world ( I'm in Australia ) watching what you are achieving is amazing. Please make sure Brent's inner needs are fulfilled If that means just admiring where you are or travelling to anywhere to experience a break away from Cerro Gordo to recharge. We enjoy your journey and your goals but we want you to stay happy and healthy both physically and mentally. Till next episode take care we love what you do. I think an episode on your holiday would be good for us to see.

Brent, Thank you for everything you are doing but thank you for taking some time off and enjoying your family! That is just as important. We aren't going anywhere. I can't wait to come visit!

Have been watching your amazing journey from the very beginning Brent. Thank you for taking the risk you have over the past 2 years. Take all the time you need to recharge those batteries!!!