😮Jaw-Dropping Ancient Discovery Beneath a Natural Arch - You Won't Believe What I Found!
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:-( It's very unfortunate, but drones were not allowed in the area I was in. I knew I was going to be close but, I found that out after the fact when I was already on site and pulled up my GPS location. It showed that I was about 100 ft. over the boundary to the protected area. This is a normal part of exploring through Google Earth though. Sometimes when you get to a site, things change. Thank you for watching anyway!
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NOTE: I do not claim to be an expert on anthropology, geology, or archaeology. I am just a hiker who loves to explore and see new things especially the ancient history in the American Southwest. This is what my channel is about. I hope you stick around and explore with me!
I do not give out locations to the places in my videos. I take seriously the responsibility to protect and respect these ancient places. If you do find/visit one of these locations, please visit respectfully. Do not take any artifacts or relics. Do not climb on ruins or dig or disturb the ground. I try my best to hide noticeable landmarks, mountains, and canyons in my videos.
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That uneasy feeling was a mental warning, always listen to it
On the edgy, uneasy feeling thing. I travel alone a lot here in the woods of Montana and every now and then I get the feeling something is off about a place. I never ignore when that happens and you were right to be extra cautious. Spending a lot of time in the wild I think puts you more in touch with instincts most people today just don't really develop. I walked up a coulee here once and had a sudden and unnerving feeling that something was watching me, waiting for me to get deeper in. It was so strong I stopped cold and walked backwards out of the coulee. As soon as I was out the feeling disappeared and I felt like I had just avoided something bad. Trust your gut feelings my friend. 👍
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I heard a similar story from a friend who realized he was hunted by a mountain lion. Strange we can sense things without knowing why.
@@treaustin1 Yes, I fully got the vibes I was being watched by mountain lion in that coulee. I never saw it but.. around here it's not the things you can see that are that kind of unnerving. One lesson I learned years ago was, if you see turkey feathers around a tree.. be sure to look "up" in that tree before you get to close. I didn't realize that those feathers fell from the tree until I looked up. Luckily there was nothing but blood and more feathers up there, Whew.. Where I live I have to look around every time I step out the door.. well I don't "have to" but... heh heh... I do. 👍
Mountain lion or Sasquatch
@@coni7392 I've done a whole lot of horseback riding in the high country here, where I never saw another person. No Squatch either, no sound or sign even. Can't say I'm unhappy about that.. 😅
Just. Wow. I'm 70 yrs old now and would have missed all this but for you and your efforts. Much gratitude. Also glad to be alive for the technology 😮
Sitting here in my home in germany and watching this, I feel so in awe. To imagine living in a country that is still so vast and big that some parts are (almost) completely untouched by modern civilization and being able to stumble upon ruins from a long, long time ago almost feels unreal. Thank you for sharing your videos!
Yeah,but you guys have castles and we don’t.
I love seeing these comments! Thank you for watching my videos all the way from Germany! 🙂 I hope to explore in your great country one day!
Future housing for illegals.
Considering most Americans could travel for 500 miles in any direction and never cross an international border added to the fact that there are dozens of places like this within that 500 miles can you understand why most of us don't have/need passports?
@@dorianward4909 you have those old castles too but they lied to you. Look at the old university’s, they’re much older than they told you. Or look at the old Chicago that they destroyed. In the old world Chicago was called Chilaga.
Maybe 60% of modern archeology are completely biased and made to fit the narrative
That "tower" is the find of a lifetime imo. The condition is AMAZING!!
I couldn't believe it either! Kind of disappointed I couldn't get closer, but felt pretty happy about seeing that ruin from above still!
Remember, that wonderful structure still exists because it is nearly impossible to get to. Thank you for ongoing respect of these places and the beautiful images you share!
Yah what she said, and thanks.
Thank you for joining with me on this adventure, Dianna!
Nearly impossible? He was riding on a dirt road that any 4 wheel drive vehicle could drive down with ease.
@@Plasmastorm73_n5evv 100% correct. If people would pay attention, everywhere this guy goes there are tire tracks in plain view. I would guess there have been 10,000+ visitors to this site prior to our hardcore explorer in this video.
@@PH_INFO_101 I'm glad someone else saw those too.
Every video like this makes me think about how people had to have lived with children in these isolated and extreme places. It really puts in perspective how simple and easy our lives are today.
Yes we lived in the SE Alaska wilderness and raised 5 kids, lots of adventures some fun, some, not, but we all survived, and our kids are the most confident self assured people I know. They know they can live thru the things and survive, because they have. They do whatever they feel like doing in life, and don't fear failure.... They just choose and go for it. It's a good way of life ....for some.....
Look how tiny your shadow is at 12:31. I'm afraid of heights, so I'd never make it up there. The landscape is beautiful. Thank you for the hike.
For those who have questions re a drone, he explained in the beginning that this is a restricted area and drones are not allowed. Jeff, I'm glad you were able to lower your camera so we could see that tall tower and door. Thank you for all of your hard work. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.
Who has decided, that this public land, is restricted from drones? What do they not want people to see? I'm shocked so many people, will bend to this kind of thing, without a question.
@@jamesn.economou9922 I wonder if it is the "Noise Polution". Some drones can be very noisy, Ay? Just a guess. Trying to keep it a peaceful spiritual place, without Human noise.
So what if it’s illegal. He’s out in the middle of nowhere
I really wish this could have been a drone adventure! I will have to go back and try to get pictures from below!
Merry Christmas to you and your family!
@@StrongerThanBigfoot with road and a campsite.. so obviously could be other folks. If in a Wilderness Area or National Park, multi thousands of dollar fines...not worth it.
Don't apologize for not reaching the ruins. It's dangerous to film and hike at the same time. You do a great job and since you are by yourself, you need to be extra careful. Just subscribed.
Thanks for the additional effort to get the last shots! Very satisfying. 😁 Great life lesson also; there might be a way of getting something done if you just try a little longer. I won't say "don't give up", but in some cases extra effort does pay off.
Better safe than sorry Jeff! Merry Christmas to you and yours. Maybe you can go back with friends next time.
Thank you so much for subbing! Means a lot to me, Zonker! I am planning on going back 🙂
Merry Christmas!!@@Yodasstuff
@@TheTrekPlanner How do I send you an email. You’re video came up in my feed and it reminded me of google earthing and other apps about 10 years ago. I never been able to do anything with my observations. We seem to both be good at this. How do I send you a couple screenshots?
Grew up in the southwest of Colorado in the land of the Ancestral Pueblo peoples and the best days of my childhood were spent exploring the ruins in the canyon near home. Now I’m not so nimble and my adventures consist of walking a certain creek bed and collecting late Cretaceous marine fossils here in South Dakota. Watching your videos brings back amazing memories and gratitude for an awesome childhood. Keep it up Jeff and thank you!!!
I used to hike quite a bit in the wilds of SE Utah in the 1980's when I was about 50 years old and also made remarkable and rewarding archaeo discoveries. I can appreciate how physically strenuous these adventures you take are, as well as the time and travel expense it involves. You have made good use of Google Earth in detecting these little known sites and I very much appreciate your efforts and that you make these interesting videos to share with those that have this appreciation of the ancients and the beautiful natural settings, but don't have the wherewithall to make the journeys. Thanks, be extra safe on your hikes on that slickrock and thoroughly enjoy that freedom and fresh air in those remarkable places.
You should carry a collapsible scaling pole with you (and not a ladder). They're used by cavers to reach inaccessible ledges and leads in caves. It would help you get up those short pitches safely.
Went to research those and came across this video with tribal beats: Vietnamese tactical team scale a 30ft wall using nothing but a wooden pole by Peoples Daily China's Channel
or just rig a ladder from surrounding wood and rope
I carried 3 pieces of conduit pipe, 6 , 12 and 18 inches long or there a bouts. Easy to carry and very useful to go where no man has gone before.
That would only make him take foolish risks since hes alone and not a part of a team.
I have seen several comments about this. It is something I plan to add to my backpack or at least keep in my car! Thanks for the suggestion!
Those ruins are amazing! Obviously, their position below the arch has protected it. Great find!
Think of why they felt it necessary to build their homes there.
I wish I could have shown the ledge they were on better! To me, it seemed like that would have eroded long ago, but it seemed to be strong still!
I just discovered your channel, and after watching several episodes, I want to thank you for how you model such great respect for the ancient places you discover, and the integrity with which you document them. What fun adventures!!!
I found this channel today and was feeling this exact sentiment. Couldn't have put it into better words. Thank you. Subscribed and looking forward to learning, loving and living!❤
You are probably feeling the power of the people that lived here,respect is needed. Wonderful travels my friend
In my retirement/disability, I have learned how to sculpt. When I saw the sharpening, point making stone I thought it would be a perfect item to make in a diorama. I used to make things for museums in the same way they were made for particular Native American groups. I think this is a perfect thing to make, the alcove, the stones with the markings and I will add water containers, some food set aside for their break time and perhaps a rug or animal skin mat. Actually, I will look it up and try to be as perfect as possible for the time!! This could take awhile but I can't wait to get started!!!
That would be cool to see!! I don't know how I would see it tho.. but enjoy making it!! 😊xx
My only problem with your videos…..they’re not long enough. Absolutely fascinating stuff. I live in North Missouri where of course there’s nothing like this. I’d love to track along behind you to see these amazing sights. Thanks for sharing your adventures
Keep your eyes out in N Missouri for mounds and earth formations not too far from waterways. Most all of what's in MO is buried without cool stuff to see on the surface.
Years ago, I took a few night classes with an archaeologist who did a lot of work in MO.
Same, I would watch longer videos.
@DCMO60
Same with me. The time really flys when we're out adventuring with you Jeff, and 20 minutes feels like 5.
Man, that really means a lot to me hearing that! Thank you for letting me know!
@@TheTrekPlannermany more of us feel that way, most of us just fail to vocalize it.
Awesome adventure! The uneasy feeling you experienced could have been attributed to the area being sacred. I have encountered two areas in my adventures which I have felt very uneasy. The areas, I believe, were Native American power areas. I treat these areas with reverence and respect, and always ask if I can enter the area. Bright Blessings & Many Smiles... Thank you for sharing this!
Yes, I agree. Native American’s know and respect their Ancestors.There are Spirit guardians of sacred places..Bad things happen to those who do not show proper respect. especially in a place like Jeff discovered.! He was allowed to go into the area and was protected from harm because his he has a good heart and showed reverence and respect. You have it exactly right about asking permission, plus. making an offering of a pinch of good quality pipe tobacco is a good idea and good manners. That feeling that he got at the very beginning of his trek, is a sign of how carefully this area is watched by the Spirit Guardians. they perceived his intentions and he perceived their warning. It boggles the mind to read in the comments how many people have gone into the area in the past and how intensely it has been searched over the years.and it is still going on. What is really creepy is that out there in the “middle of nowhere”, with no other person in sight, there is danger from two legged predators also. folks up to no good, seeking to loot and descrate old ruins for profit. or private collections., or just hiding out ,and , not wanting to be found.
Dude, you're videos are amazing (coming from an avid, no trail hiker) you're smart not to take chances alone. "127 hrs" is always on my mind when hiking.( I hike alone) it's way easier to climb up than down!!! Good choices and I like the mystery of what's inside ❤
I think this is the prettiest area you’ve taken us to. Thank you for an excellent adventure!
Your “nervousness’ is your natural awareness working at a new situation. A new environment. Which is exactly what you want when you’re out there all alone, and every step must be precise. In fact, we should all be living this way all the time, with our awareness ourself and of those around us and their energies.
I love your vids, so natural and fun .👏👏👏🔥👏👏👏
100% agree. Anxiety in this situation is a good thing. Alert to details, taking in a lot of information for good decision making. Especially necessary when alone in an unfamiliar environment. Would love to see these ruins from closer vantage point. Outstanding episode.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this! You said what I couldn't really express in the video.
I could feel the uneasy in my stomach, almost like a sinking feeling. Maybe before you go next ask the spirits to enter, or set an intention.
This big swirls are portals!
Nah, don't be bummed bro! It was indeed a beauty trip!!! You're a lucky man!!
Wow! I know I'm in danger of repeating myself but that was phenomenal. If that tower is so tidy looking, I doubt many have managed to get down to it or perhaps they're like you, Jeff. Every
visitor is in respectful awe of the place. Once again, thanks for taking the time to share your intrepid adventures with us around the world, and here in Aotearoa-New Zealand, where it is an
overcast xmas day, and pleasantly warm at 24°C.
This was an amazing place. The natural water collection "tanks" are called Huecos in Spanish. They were essential in the Indigenous peoples lives.
I'm guessing no petroglyphs or pottery due to vandals and just rude people. (Bad juju comes to those who maliciously take things for self gratification)
Again, thank you for the respect you give the land.
The "off" feeling you had could have been spiritual, you may have been near burial land or a sacred place that during the winter would have been celebrated (on solstice) or and I've had this happen a mountain lion was stalking you. It will give you a very uneasy feeling, very primal.
I'm glad you're safe either way. You being respectful will keep you safe as the ancestors watch over you.
Thanks again Jeff! ❤❤
@Fauch2ouch And the British Museum!
*Loved it! Maybe @**14:20** is a flint knapping tool. I wonder if you could zip tie a 20' expanding aluminum ladder to one side of your bike? Very likely the landscape was not denuded a thousand years ago. High winds, Drought, controlled (war, ag) burns and uncontrolled burns (forest fire) etc may have changed a lot of what was here.*
I hope the people who lived there had many happy times.
A fascinating place.
I was wondering if you would pull out the drone and try getting a look that way. It would be awful to lose it in there though too.
I worry everytime you go out on your own! I'm glad that you are checking in with family! Nice shoes!
Such an awesome find! The inaccessible location and the protective rock formations that the buildings are in, may be the reason for its excellent condition! The artifacts are what you are looking for, but I love all of the cool rock formations too!
Thank you for your excellent photography and storytelling editing skills and taking us with you❣️🤩
Thank you so much!
I have found this remarkable ! Im 70 years old !
My grandparents did this sort of thing and i would sit for hours listening to thier journeys.
They were not as respectful and brought many findings home.
The government stopped that in my fathers lifetime.
My grandparents did have a museum and most was turned over to higher institutions.
I respect that YOU DO NOT mess with anything !
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That ruin is in such great shape I half expected someone to be looking out the window.
As for not reaching it. I'm kind of glad that it is very difficult to get to,14:40 just before the arches is covered in footprints so I'm sure a fair amount of people have been there in the past.
I do however hope you return to this place, perhaps with some trusted friends to make the climb up to the ruin. If you do please bring along a good flashlight to see inside the tower for whatever video/pics you can take from the outside. Maybe one of those really long selfie sticks as well so you can take pictures from the second story window!
This was a wonderful Christmas present while i sit home with me arthritic knees! God Bless you, you bring me joy.
🙋🏾♂️ I used to be 1 of those that always watched but wasnt subscribed. Not sure why but i finally followed a couple months ago and am happy to get updates on your new posts. This is the kind of content i miss seeing on Discovery Channel! Living out my inner explorer through you- thank you! ❤
78 year old man here. When I was 7 we lived at Anvil Points, Colorado, west of Rifle. Dad was an engineer working to develop shale oil. I remember playing on boulders and in the sand, Indian paint brush plants and tumbleweed. Your video reminds me of the sounds and smells. Takes me back to that time before Dad died there at 30. Mom and us four kids moved back to Baltimore. I miss the West and I still miss Dad. Thank you for letting me re-live fond memories. You rock, Kid.
Also, you can HEAR your joy.
That’s so important, especially in the world TODAY.
Outstanding find. Thanks for a year full of adventures & taking us with you! Very much appreciated!
I can't wait to show you what 2024 has to offer!! Made some big plans that I hope to share more with you all soon ;-)
I guess how you see the places is quite different from how they looked back then when people lived there. Sandstone erodes quickly, and 1000 years would do a lot to the landscapes. Imagine how many torrential rainfalls and days of frost and melting the rocks saw in the time!
What a day that must have been, bumping into a place like that! 🤗
😢 Not as much rain as you're probably thinking, though area was more lush long ago.
Great find , I hope you return for a part 2 and do 3D mapping of the structure! This find really fleshed out the piles of rocks left behind after the mud mortar has been washed out. I appreciate the effort you put in exploring and filming.
Great trek and very honest narration which I appreciated. Thank you. This highlights that Google Earth only shows prettymuch the surface visibility and what is visible in real life reveals what is hidden by the inevitable contours of most land masses. Respect to the ancient people who dwelled here and their contemporary ancestors.
Descendants.
That was a lot of fun! Can't help but imagine the people that long ago lived there. Could that ruin under the arch have been a granary? Thanks for telling your stories and bringing us along for the ride! 🙂
I believe it was a granary! I would LOVE to see what was inside that thing!
@@TheTrekPlanner Perhaps you can return with some friends and climb up there!
Ruins under rock overhangs tend to hold up better than a pueblo out in the open. Think of Mesa Verde, Gila Cliff Dwelling, etc.
First, i cant believe that there is not someone who would love what you do enough to join you. However, you are so respectful of what you are exploring, it may be better that way. Thanks for sharing.
I got goosebumps watching this one. Wow! The site is nearly pristine. Thank you for another great video.
What a magical place! I'm awe struck thinking how these people lived and how long ago. Thanks for sharing!
More like an abandoned structure than a ruin. Just wow. Nicely done, sir.
Yes! It was very much intact and in great condition!
It was all destroyed with DIRECT ENERGY WEAPONS thay can liquify rock, evidence worlwide suggests we get reset every now and then with direct energy weapons. NOTHING new under the sun
Thanks so much for this adventure! You are very brave and strong, and kind!
Always a pleasure to be taken on your adventures. All the best to you and your loved ones Jeff in this Christmas season! And Merry Christmas to my fellow armchair Trekkers!
9:31 thats a petrified Branch or tree trunk, you can tell because it has a knot in it and you can see the texture of the bark directionally. In fact that upper section you said look like it was separated is actually connected to that Branch it looks like it's a tree on its side upper branches to the left coming off with the knot, and trunk etcetera to the upper right. Pretty awesome. Keep it up brother I love these videos
I saw that, as well. Gorgeous piece!
I'm a Pet Wood hound, and can spot even a tiny piece at 100 paces😂
We have two *very* large petrified tree trunks found in our spring-fed creek.
I find NA stone tools and bits of pottery in the creek, as well as 19th C bottles, jars, kitchen-ware, etc.
Whilst we do have a lovely Mound complex on our property, I've yet to notify anyone to check them out - although I'm very curious about what might be under them, I'm _more_ worried that
1) they'll dig them up and cart away the finds and/or
2) the State would try to take over our land due to the abundant evidence of ancient inhabitation by our ancestors.
I cant imagine how much travel expense youve saved countless viewers over the years Trek, lol your content is excellent and the numerous copycats popping up on youtube lately just shows youre at the forefront of your craft brother!! Happy Trails and Happy Holidays!
Thank you so much! I have seen the copycats too! Some are just fine, but others seem like they take a transcript of what I say and just read it verbatim lol
This adventure was AMAZING
Thank you for watching! It’s one of my favorites! (I say that about a lot of them though 😂)
It is SO incredible to imagine the lives of the builders of that place😮
Your find of an almost intact building beneath the rock arch was remarkable. You might want to chat with a university archaeologist in that area about that ruin, since it may not be known.
No, don't take your discovery to an "ologist." If it is untouched they will vacuum up all the artifact and stash them in cardboard boxes in storage where they will never be seen again. In reality, there are few undiscovered ruins. Most ologists will tell you they have never seen a pristine ruin.
@@user-yo1pk4ky4k like they are being "seen" right now?
Contact the local native tribes first.... they have first right
@user-yo1pk4ky4k @chordsofgratitude2073 yes! Thank you, you both are right.
Don’t tell anyone.
I love how respectful you are and how you keep the location secret ❤. Thanks for the video.
When you get a bad feeling like that, that is a warning to get out of there. Call it intuition, a gut feeling, or whatever you want. I've learned to listen to these.
Hello from Brazil, Ubatuba! I love what you are doing!! Going out into the desert, on your own, and giving us a glimpse of what our past could be like and just checking out everything you're curious to know, is incredible
Keep going, you have someone here following in your footsteps! Thanks for sharing everything with us! Take care, be safe!! ❤ greetings from Brazil!!
Absolutely Incredible! I was almost disappointed about the 15ft ledge thing but I remember a time when I turned back from exploring a hidden waterfall because of all the loose rocks smashing around me so I understand. I really think though that you should return to that spot sometime with a plan to make it further because I think there were some other holes that may have something cool hidden away
When you're out there alone you don't have to worry because we're all there with you, and we have your back! And, keep up the AWESOME work - your videos are wonderful, and informative too!
What a great find! Thanks again for your adventure.
Thank you for watching! :-)
You DID reach them. You put forth the effort to show us. No complaints here. Thanks for showing what 99% will never otherwise see.
Act on those uncomfortable feelings, Jeff. I was solo and am a 82 yo female and avoided a Mountain Lion by walking away quickly when I got a strong feeling/thought, "Leave IMMEDIATELY!" At the fence where I had entered another message, "Get to the road! And NEVER come back here." It was in the high desert of Arizona and I had been sitting at a small watering hole. Afterwards my neighbor told me that a Puma had been spotted there.
I had something very similar happen about 10 years ago. I was hiking very early in the morning on a trail that not many people used. After about a half hour I had this terrible feeling that a mountain lion was watching me and I needed to
Leave immediately. I didn’t know anything about mountain lions but it was a strong instinct. I picked up a large branch I found and ran/ walked all the way back and was terrified the whole way. Later I researched ML behavior and learned they like to attack their victims often from ridges above. The entire hike had a low ridge running right above the trail. Like maybe two to three feet higher than my head. While I never had any proof that a mountain lion was there I’ve never felt such a strong sharp specific instinct in my entire life. I’m glad we both listened to it.
I've had this happen. I was hiking to my campsite in the afternoon a couple years ago, I had the weird feeling of something being off. Kinda like something was telling me to leave. I stayed and tried to relax but the whole time I was just debating with myself but eventually said screw it better safe than sorry. I started packing my stuff while the sun was setting, I packed all my gear back up in a rush and hiked out in the dark. On my way back towards my car, not even halfway on my hike I heard a mountain lion on the hill/mountain on my right. I got goosebumps and all the hair on my body felt like it was standing. I held my trekking poles like as if I was about to have to fight for my life but luckily I made it out with no incident! I was happy to make it home that night
I think some of those features you saw on the rock are petrified wood. Would will turn into Crystal as it petrifies. Another great episode, merry Christmas and happy new year!
Animals too…big big big anaimals.😵😏
What an amazing adventure!! Love all your videos!
What an astonishing discovery! I watch your videos from Australia and I love the scenery you show us! I hope that some day you might be able to bring a ladder to this location and show us even more of the ruins in this arch!
Thank you for showing us so many wonderful places that most of us will never see in person!
I try and watch your videos every day. You have great respect for the places you visit and you work really hard to capture these beautiful ancient places and share them. Thank you for all that you do, and know that your work is greatly appreciated!
It means so much to me that you watch my videos. I love sharing them with you all! Thank you!
Glad you make theright (safe!) choices❤️
Dude please don’t feel bad about not reaching everything. We enjoy coming along on your adventures, and since i personally am unable to do this, going along with you is always a joy. This one is no exception. Thank you! 🙏💕
Love watching you explore. Thank you. I'm 81 now and can't get around as easy anymore.
Once again thank you for taking me with you Jeff. My hip hurts a little from the bike ride but that was awesome
That was an awesome trip. Nothing like an adventure. Thanks for taking us.
Ty to whomever gave Jeff this bike!!! We get even cooler vids now:))
Fabulous vision ..you certainly go to huge lengths for these great adventures ..well done and such amazing history ..
From Australia 🦘🦘🦘 merry Christmas 🌲🌲🌲🌲
Great adventure! That building looks to be pretty much intact! What an awesome find!
Just wonderful. Thank you. There must have been a lot more of those people than we know.
Load up a buss full of friends, gear up and go back and show us the beauty.
Awesomness.
I am glad to see you respecting the "no drone" rule.
Too many people ignore the rules.
Please do go back to this site when you have a safe way to traverse it. I'm dying to know what else is there!
Thanks so much for your treks. I enjoy them so much. I used to be an avid hiker, but age keeps me from roaming too far. I enjoy your duscoveries and commentary. Thank you for modeling good eco-ethics, too. Looking forward to more adventure. Stay safe and curious.
If I were young again I’d do what you’re doing so enjoy your hiking because I enjoy watching you. It’s like we’re all there with you!
Be safe always!
Not only are we watching you, but so is that mountain lion, right over your shoulder!! Keep up the great work, TP.
Beautiful ❤. Interesting area both archaeologically. And historically. So glad it’s protected. Looks like incredible ruins too. Thanks again Jeff.
Nice work! I think the 'crystals' you pointed out are the calcified claws of the ghost shrimp that created the tunnels, the circle is a cross section of a tunnel.
Interesting how much of the Southwest was underwater, places that are now thousands of feet above our current sea level. I found fossilized 2-3" long fish at the top of Chaco Canyon.
Chaco was on the edge of a vast shifting inland sea from about 85-75 million yrs ago. Shorelines were north south and water level went up and down. If you look up the geology term Mesa Verde Group, you will see the changes over time in the rock formations.@@PeteHemdem
The geological History of that land fascinates me. i mean, i wonder how it got to look like that ?? it looks like it has benn ‘tortured” what kind of forces acted on that place to create such a ‘Jumble” of rocks ; boulders worn smooth, jagged lumps of rock. all different, all jammed together in fantastic formations. and then there are the “crusts” like big rounded loaves of bread.., cliffs, canyons, giant cracks, layers and layers of sediment?? Anyway, what giant mixmaster did all of that? it looks as though it has been put together, torn apart, and re-assembled into a chaotic, but beautiful mess is there a Geologist in the subscrber/viewers? .
Jaw Dropping, Thanks for sharing.
thanks for taking me with you
This is an exceptional trek! I really like that sharpening stone! Everything is cool! It would have been epic if you could have gone into that structure.
Thanks for talking us along!
Happy Holidays to you!
....And to those who watch this awesome content and don't subscribe: this guy can't do all this for free, but ita free to subscribe and it will make it so we can be taken along to other fascinating locations!
Jeff this is incredible thank you for doing this. I am amazed by how remote this is. Be safe.
Good to see you're taking safely precautions now, this type of exploring is the best.
Very interesting area. Both the ruins and the natural geological features are exciting. Glad you stayed safe.
Another exciting video..I am glad your ‘’intuition’’ kicks in and you are aware of your surroundings..You go to such remote places that I would never attempt alone. Your narration brings the sites alive..You are so lucky to be able to explore these sites.Too bad you can’t drag along a tall tall ladder..
I really enjoyed the stone arch bridge and that ruin. It does seem there would be plenty of other structures nearby. It's hard to imagine the size of a community in such a situation?
I want to suggest the uneasy feeling. When I saw multiple fresh truck tracks, it seemed there would be a possibility of running into some others? It can seem the thoughts about who they would be could be mildly uncomfortable. That one top set of tracks was particularly fresh.
the tracks concerned me immediately too! Jeff now has hundreds of moms wanting to make sure he stays safe.
@@joangordoneieio Indeed!
One of those moms checkin' in, Joan!🙋♀
Just discovered your channel, great adventures! And as a drone enthusiast myself, thank you for being respectful of not flying in protected areas (what I assume was a wilderness area)!
This is the best one yet. I love the arch. So powerful and amazing what they built. Keep treking.
I think this is one of your most exciting trips yet. The scenery is breathtaking and I really enjoyed the tool-making alcove with all of the sharpening grooves and drill holes. They were innovative, industrious people. I imagine you will return some day equipped to reach that ruin with the tower. Stay safe and Merry Christmas.
Amazing to see all them crafting marks. So jealous my area doesn't have so much preserved archeological history.
Which general area are you in? Because you'd likely be surprised at what's there - probably just need to know what to look for!
I hope you are keeping a record of all of the ruins you find. I think it is amazing and love to watch you.
How cool of a find is that?! Just wow!
I love seeing these places! I was never much of a hiker, and now I can no longer walk. So I love going on these adventures with you! I live in Utah too and have always been amazed at the beauty of the desert.
Fantastic find!! Wow!! The tower looks like a mini Mesa Verde. Thank you!!
It really does! Thanks for watching!
New subscriber here! Your treks remind me of my childhood when my dad would take us out to the mountains and deserts of Nevada. I’m so grateful for the fresh air, spectacular views, and wonderful discoveries. Not everyone gets the chance to live like this. It’s so freeing!
I’m glad you had such a fantastic surprise on this trip. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Jeff, thank you so much for this wonderful video. I cant believe that you found such neat stuff!
I wonder why they lived in such inaccessible places. I read once that they were afraid of their enemies. Or maybe because the natural overhangs provided safety from the elements?
Im so glad i found your channel!
I’ve spent a good bit of time hiking and exploring in the deserts of Nevada and to a lesser degree, in Utah and Arizona.
Living in the Vegas area the quick trip to Valley of Fire was a staple. I’m known to take the path less traveled . Hiking in the Valley I climbed up where seemingly no one ever goes. I love the solitude and the faint sound of the wind which is always present.
Seated on a ledge I looked at the sheer stone face that was immediately to my right, and much to my surprise there was a clear petroglyph about 24” long. It was unmistakably a fish. Now mind you, I was up a good bit in elevation. And we all know that much of the west was at one time covered in water. But this made me wonder about something so I’ve decided to ask you a question.
Having seen many ruins similar to those you have shown, they are often depicted or speculated to have been accessed with ladders. Of course ladders no doubt had their place. However here’s my question. Remember that I found the fish drawing at high elevation.
Do you think it’s possible that these ancient ruins were not so high on the mountain face when they were occupied. Is it possible that they may have been accessible by water? How else would the artist know exactly how to draw a large fish?
I know it sounds crazy, but I can’t shake it from my brain.
I feel that normal human behavior is not always violent as has been portrayed. Humans must have lived harmoniously with one another, working together to exist. Not stealing and killing to eat, rape and pillage.
Anyway, I certainly do not know. But you’re out there. Any thoughts?
I love your videos and I miss the desert. Film cannot communicate the splendor and beauty that exists out there. Thanks for introducing others to a world rarely seen by many.
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The views you gave are breathtaking. A real life Indiana Jones, no drama. Still edge of seat stuff. Thank you!
Great hike! Always stay safe!❤🎉😊