That cabin is in good shape. I once found a run-down cabin on a lake that I subsequently fixed up over several visits: replaced broken glass panes, cleaned out old junk, hauled garbage back to town in my canoe, replaced the stovepipe, and left essentials like dishes and and old axe. It stayed that way for many years, and those who found it and used it, kept up with the repairs. It seems that remote cabins are less likely to be wrecked because those who venture that far out appreciate having a spot to stop and cook a meal or spend the night.
You're exactly right. The people who venture out to this one don't want to tag/paint it or trash it. That’s why I didn't include the name of the mine or cabin in the video. I want it to stay the way it is. Good on you for fixing up the cabin you came across. Thanks for the comment!
@@rockymountainlifeprospecti4423 That's cool. I always like finding open-use cabins. The best I ever found was on a small island in a big lake. The builder put a cabin down in a gulley (filling the small gulley from side to side about 20 feet across) and you could't see it from the lake. You would have to be at the edge of the gulley to see it. He had the roof all covered in camo nets so it was near impossible to find. Inside, it was well equipped with bunks, a stove and tables and chairs made from small logs. A buddy and I found it one day by accident when I had to stop and have a...I had to stop and have a... cr*p! We returned a few weeks later and stayed the night. It is good to have places like this to stay in when you can find them.
The chunks of metal are at the site of a blacksmith shop with a forge and anvil. He was in charge of keeping tools sharp and repaired, made things, etc. Shops were often near mine portals. I have seen many. From the number of chunks seen here, he was a busy guy.
When Tom holds up the iron pieces at 14:28, there's a funky horned shadow right above his hand, to the right of the boulder behind him. Had to share....these mines are unusual places for sure. Blessings all! 🌻🌻🌻
Thank you for taking the time to record these adventures so we can enjoy them. My wife and I love poking around old mines and Jeeping in the deserts of AZ/NV/CA. Our fave: Mojave National Preserve. Maybe we'll cross paths someday. Happy Trails! Mike & Teresa
Hello Tom and Julie. Very nice to see you two this week and with a friend along. That's nice you take guest with you sometimes. I have seen Frank in a few video's. The overlook of the valley is beautiful. I am sure much more in person than what's caught on camera. Anyway take care always you two.
Hi Stephen! It’s always fun to have a guest with us. We haven't been out with Frank for a while, but I still hear from him through email. The views over the desert and lake bed are really nice and it is hard to fully capture with a camera. You get the idea at least. Thanks for the nice comment and for watching!
The cabin is a good one. I was hoping for more ladders than Julie found for me. Maybe next time we'll find more ladders. Thanks for the comment and blessing, Jimmy!
A great tour and what a drive across that dry lakebed. Tom you even got to climb a ladder!!! Lol. Julie you are so brave leading the way into that mine yikes 😳. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
The lake bed was surprisingly smooth to drive on. I did get in a few ladder steps, not as many as I would have liked. Julie is a good mine explorer and I'm happy to have her lead the way. Thanks, Jacob!
I watch these and cannot deny the courage, diligence, and sheer guts the men and women had in those days, in those remoter hostile places, down in those holes scraping out a living. Those long gone generations were cut from a far different cloth than what is going on today.
Couldn’t get a like on the video fast enough! Was cool to see a Honda Monkey state side! Good to see someone keeping up with the maintenance on the cabin. Good stuff! Loved the video and glad y’all safe! ☺️
William, you might be interested to see how Chillis has customized his Monkey. He has several videos on his channel about it. There is a link to his channel in the description of this video. Thanks for the comment!
Watching 👀 again we have 🌧 must be a hard place to get to the Cabin is in such good shape. I could sit there for hours and just look at the beautiful site all around
I had to watch the beginning three times to make sure. Did you notice the flag above the cabin was flying upside down? Of course an indication of distress. The outside flag should only be flown if the cabin is occupied. These and other volunteers do a great job restoring these old miner cabins. Loved the tram relics. As usual, thanks Tom & Julie!
I did not even notice the upside down flag, Ralph. It's funny the things I miss that others notice. Yes, the volunteers do a great job keeping things up. Thanks for watching!
Yeah, I am one of the volunteers, I spent my own money and time on it and now the patio roof is missing, it was damn expensive buying 1x12s for the roof. That cabin was left for dead a few years ago, the BLM will just tear them down unless we take care of them
I spent last summer cleaning the place out. It was a wreck. Sleeping bags, trash, junk, broken wall panels, doors didn't shut right, etc. Mint now, save for the patio.
super Fun Exploration! love the little Monkey leading you on! really cool stuff outside this one, and always fun to go into the mines with you/ those chunks of iron are Weird wow// thanks for taking us along
Hi Thorn, good to hear from you! Chillis has a riot on that little Monkey. This was another fun day of mine exploring. Thanks for watching. I'll have to get over to your channel to see what you've been up to. Hope all is well.
Now you're covering some of the things I love about these channels. Best minners cabin ever. Shame the American flag needs to be off the floor. I will go look at the cabin again and watch this again
I think there is a mine out there at that rock outcropping that has several shafts and a few adits. Maybe next time we're in the area we can wander out that way and check it out. Thanks for the comment.
There is another cabin not far from the one that you show in this video. People refer to it as “Jake’s Cabin.“ When I was at this site years ago, the cabin featured in your video wasn’t as nice as Jake’s cabin was. In fact, Jeremy and I spent the night at Jake’s cabin after exploring those same mines high on the mountain there. I remember that road out there to those cabins was extremely rough!
Hi Frank! I haven't been to Jake's cabin. There are several other mine workings in this general area. Maybe we'll check them out next time we're in the area. Thanks for the comment.
I wonder if may be them chunks of iron/steel u2 discovered along that path, may have simply been repurposed worn down teeth from rock crusher(s?) &/or, whatever type of ball-mill setup was once used there back in the day, spread out over path’s for better traction? We may never know the full story/history of these sites; “If rocks could speak?!”
Yes, if only the rocks could tell the stories of these old mines. Those chunks of steel looked like they had been chopped into pieces. The little pad and rock wall where they are must have been made for a reason. I'm hoping someone will know what they were for. Thanks for the comment, Sean!
Like I replied to Ralph I never even noticed it. Apparently I was focusing on something different than out flag. I have no idea who put it up or their intent. Thanks for your input, Sally.
That cabin is in good shape. I once found a run-down cabin on a lake that I subsequently fixed up over several visits: replaced broken glass panes, cleaned out old junk, hauled garbage back to town in my canoe, replaced the stovepipe, and left essentials like dishes and and old axe. It stayed that way for many years, and those who found it and used it, kept up with the repairs. It seems that remote cabins are less likely to be wrecked because those who venture that far out appreciate having a spot to stop and cook a meal or spend the night.
You're exactly right. The people who venture out to this one don't want to tag/paint it or trash it. That’s why I didn't include the name of the mine or cabin in the video. I want it to stay the way it is. Good on you for fixing up the cabin you came across. Thanks for the comment!
We have a few little cabins like that here in CO, there is a log book going back 40y+ in one, really cool peice of living history.
@@rockymountainlifeprospecti4423 That's cool. I always like finding open-use cabins. The best I ever found was on a small island in a big lake. The builder put a cabin down in a gulley (filling the small gulley from side to side about 20 feet across) and you could't see it from the lake. You would have to be at the edge of the gulley to see it. He had the roof all covered in camo nets so it was near impossible to find. Inside, it was well equipped with bunks, a stove and tables and chairs made from small logs. A buddy and I found it one day by accident when I had to stop and have a...I had to stop and have a... cr*p! We returned a few weeks later and stayed the night. It is good to have places like this to stay in when you can find them.
The chunks of metal are at the site of a blacksmith shop with a forge and anvil. He was in charge of keeping tools sharp and repaired, made things, etc. Shops were often near mine portals. I have seen many. From the number of chunks seen here, he was a busy guy.
That would make sense. It was a fairly small area for a shop and right on the trail. Thanks for your input, Jan!
I agree, that's exactly what I was thinking when I saw it. Could be his collection of high-carbon steel for edging tools?
@@jmarsh3347 That is a definite possibility. They seemed to be sheared into fairly uniform chunks that could be melted down again.
When Tom holds up the iron pieces at 14:28, there's a funky horned shadow right above his hand, to the right of the boulder behind him.
Had to share....these mines are unusual places for sure.
Blessings all! 🌻🌻🌻
I'm not sure what exactly the shadow is. Thanks for watching and sharing, Eliza!
Thank you for taking the time to record these adventures so we can enjoy them. My wife and I love poking around old mines and Jeeping in the deserts of AZ/NV/CA. Our fave: Mojave National Preserve. Maybe we'll cross paths someday. Happy Trails! Mike & Teresa
Those steps are amazing, just imagine the hours and the pride, hard to imagine what it sounded like at it its best! Amazing! Great job!
Thanks for watching and commenting! Glad that you enjoyed it.
Hello Tom and Julie. Very nice to see you two this week and with a friend along. That's nice you take guest with you sometimes. I have seen Frank in a few video's. The overlook of the valley is beautiful. I am sure much more in person than what's caught on camera. Anyway take care always you two.
Hi Stephen! It’s always fun to have a guest with us. We haven't been out with Frank for a while, but I still hear from him through email. The views over the desert and lake bed are really nice and it is hard to fully capture with a camera. You get the idea at least. Thanks for the nice comment and for watching!
That was one stunning view, If it was a red sky it would look like Mars
Yes, a great view looking out over the desert and dry lake bed with the mountains in the distance. Thanks, Shaun!
Another good one as usual, liked the cabin. Julie leads the way and finds ladders for Tom to climb. Be careful and may God bless.
The cabin is a good one. I was hoping for more ladders than Julie found for me. Maybe next time we'll find more ladders. Thanks for the comment and blessing, Jimmy!
Big dry lake and a great view of it from the mine... Very cool of what ever group that restored that miners cabin...
I love the view from up high at this one. The people taking care of the cabin are doing a good thing. Thanks, Max!
A great tour and what a drive across that dry lakebed. Tom you even got to climb a ladder!!! Lol. Julie you are so brave leading the way into that mine yikes 😳. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍👍
The lake bed was surprisingly smooth to drive on. I did get in a few ladder steps, not as many as I would have liked. Julie is a good mine explorer and I'm happy to have her lead the way. Thanks, Jacob!
I watch these and cannot deny the courage, diligence, and sheer guts the men and women had in those days, in those remoter hostile places, down in those holes scraping out a living. Those long gone generations were cut from a far different cloth than what is going on today.
You've got that right. The old miners were a tough bunch. Thanks for the comment!
Nice!
👍👍😎
Appreciate the thumbs up, George!
Couldn’t get a like on the video fast enough! Was cool to see a Honda Monkey state side! Good to see someone keeping up with the maintenance on the cabin. Good stuff! Loved the video and glad y’all safe! ☺️
Thanks for the great comment, Jeremy. That Monkey is pretty cool. The cabin is nice, too.
William, you might be interested to see how Chillis has customized his Monkey. He has several videos on his channel about it. There is a link to his channel in the description of this video. Thanks for the comment!
Hello Julie helloTom
A nice little Mine with a mind blowing view
Thank you for sharing your Trip
Take care have a good weekend
Yours Frank Galetzka
Hi Frank. Yes, a fun little place to explore. Thanks for checking our the video and hope you have a good weekend, too!
That hike is one of my favorites. Steep.
It's a fun one.
Watching 👀 again we have 🌧 must be a hard place to get to the Cabin is in such good shape. I could sit there for hours and just look at the beautiful site all around
People still use the cabin, Ronnie. I have not stayed overnight there, but I'm sure it would be fun.
The Cabin is great place to live off the grid.
Bring your water and a solar panel and you're good to go.
Thanks for the ride on the lakebed, that was cool!!!
You're welcome, Phil. That was pretty fun!
Totally enjoyable adventure.
Glad that you enjoyed it, Ted!
Another great adventure and video, thank you to bring us with !
Thanks for coming along for the ride, Thierry!
Hello my friend I love the house looks so beautiful place to live at
Yes, it is in a nice location. Thanks for watching, Michael!
A great video keep up the good work and thanks for sharing Tom
Thanks for the nice comment, Bob!
I had to watch the beginning three times to make sure. Did you notice the flag above the cabin was flying upside down? Of course an indication of distress. The outside flag should only be flown if the cabin is occupied. These and other volunteers do a great job restoring these old miner cabins. Loved the tram relics. As usual, thanks Tom & Julie!
I did not even notice the upside down flag, Ralph. It's funny the things I miss that others notice. Yes, the volunteers do a great job keeping things up. Thanks for watching!
Yeah, I am one of the volunteers, I spent my own money and time on it and now the patio roof is missing, it was damn expensive buying 1x12s for the roof. That cabin was left for dead a few years ago, the BLM will just tear them down unless we take care of them
@@kenjohnson4423
Much respect, Ken! Keep up the good work. The missing roof probably wound up in a campfire..IDIOTS!
Missing roof is on the roof. Wind blew it up about a year back. Tried to fix, but it's more than a one man job.
I spent last summer cleaning the place out. It was a wreck. Sleeping bags, trash, junk, broken wall panels, doors didn't shut right, etc.
Mint now, save for the patio.
Always great to see another video. Really nice volunteer cabin! Looked like a another great place to go exploring!
Yes, fun place to explore and a very nice cabin. Thanks for watching!
super Fun Exploration! love the little Monkey leading you on! really cool stuff outside this one, and always fun to go into the mines with you/ those chunks of iron are Weird wow// thanks for taking us along
Hi Thorn, good to hear from you! Chillis has a riot on that little Monkey. This was another fun day of mine exploring. Thanks for watching. I'll have to get over to your channel to see what you've been up to. Hope all is well.
That was neat folks keep them coming if you can and your health permits thank you
Glad that you enjoyed the explore, Tim. We'll keep going for the foreseeable future.
Thanks for sharing.. You guys had another interesting exploration. Hope you've been doing well.. Full View and like.. Stay safe.
Thanks, Allen. Good to hear from you! I'll get over to your channel to see what you've been up to.
Now you're covering some of the things I love about these channels. Best minners cabin ever. Shame the American flag needs to be off the floor. I will go look at the cabin again and watch this again
It really is a nice cabin, Ronnie. There are several people that work to keep it up and in good shape.
Good one! 🇨🇦
Thanks, Les!
you guys are having a blast ! I love tagging along ish .
Thanks for coming along, Ted. Glad that you are enjoying the explores!👍😁
wow great interesting find
Thank you!
Nice place
Thanks, Dixie Dog!
I wonder what that is @ 12:37 in the desert floor it looks like a trail or road going to it.
I think there is a mine out there at that rock outcropping that has several shafts and a few adits. Maybe next time we're in the area we can wander out that way and check it out. Thanks for the comment.
that was good
Thanks, John. Glad that you enjoyed it!
That's odd, the patio roof is gone, well damn it, I spent a ton of time and my own money fixing that damn cabin. It was left for dead a few years ago.
Thanks for the work you did and money you spent on it, Ken. That's the first time I was there so not sure what it used to look like.
@@TomandJulieMineExploring , I emailed you some pics
There is another cabin not far from the one that you show in this video. People refer to it as “Jake’s Cabin.“ When I was at this site years ago, the cabin featured in your video wasn’t as nice as Jake’s cabin was. In fact, Jeremy and I spent the night at Jake’s cabin after exploring those same mines high on the mountain there. I remember that road out there to those cabins was extremely rough!
Hi Frank! I haven't been to Jake's cabin. There are several other mine workings in this general area. Maybe we'll check them out next time we're in the area. Thanks for the comment.
I'm surprised I didn't see a guest sign in book at this cabin like I see at some others.
I didn't notice one although I wasn’t looking for it either.
I wonder if may be them chunks of iron/steel u2 discovered along that path, may have simply been repurposed worn down teeth from rock crusher(s?) &/or, whatever type of ball-mill setup was once used there back in the day, spread out over path’s for better traction? We may never know the full story/history of these sites; “If rocks could speak?!”
Yes, if only the rocks could tell the stories of these old mines. Those chunks of steel looked like they had been chopped into pieces. The little pad and rock wall where they are must have been made for a reason. I'm hoping someone will know what they were for. Thanks for the comment, Sean!
those chopped up pieces of steel could have been from the inside of a small trummel..............maybe?...............
Is that a type of mill. I know there are trummel screens for sizing ore and rocks. Thanks for your input, Ray!
He is right. The flag is upside down, a sign of disrespect for our flag and for our country 😡
Like I replied to Ralph I never even noticed it. Apparently I was focusing on something different than out flag. I have no idea who put it up or their intent. Thanks for your input, Sally.
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