I found MORE illegal ground sluice with GOLD!

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2 жыл бұрын

I discovered MORE very old illegal workings on my Dream Claim. This Illegal ground sluice was built right into the bedrock of the river bed. Here in BC, Canada it is illegal to modify the river bed in order to capture gold. These old time miners secretly build a gold capturing sluice right into the bottom of the river bed capturing the gold traveling sown this river. Check out what I found in this illegal ground sluice.
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@alargecookie 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, the memories - the original ground sluice video from 6 or so months ago was my first Dan Hurd video, been happily down the rabbit hole ever since.

@Sk8rdad420 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha me too.

@627hjc 2 жыл бұрын

me too!

@chrisschaper8165 2 жыл бұрын

Me and you both. Love him now

@jennifertimberlake6522 2 жыл бұрын

Me too lol

@Makana535 2 жыл бұрын

yep me 6

@beez1717 2 жыл бұрын

Who would watch Dan pan an entire pan from start to finish without any speeding up like I would? I love hearing the sound of the river and the sloshing of the pan. It's so relaxing!

@VyseInglegard 2 жыл бұрын

Dan Hurd Prospecting ASMR channel when?

@markedwards5282 Жыл бұрын

Dan the man

@markedwards5282 Жыл бұрын

I follow u on every adventure

@asher114 11 ай бұрын

Honestly bro. I always get so disappointed when he doesn’t show the panning process

@echognomecal6742 9 ай бұрын

@@VyseInglegard My thoughts exactly :)

@jamesbowman617 Жыл бұрын

You left Rick alone with the nugget box. You brave. I’d be swinging my metal detector by his pockets on accident just to check 🤣

@ShrikeZone 2 жыл бұрын

Cleaning up the environment earned you my subscription today.

@grimzombieapocalypse1484 Жыл бұрын

As a guy that lives in BC, if Dan Hurd ever wrote a book about places that people can go and just pan without claims on their own or places to go look for gems, or even how to best find info for claims or info that is relevant, well I would pay top dollar to read his book.

@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy 2 жыл бұрын

“I feel like my canoe’ing muscles are getting stronger!!” The most Canadian thing I’ve heard in years!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha 😂 should see me now, running like an 80 horse merc 😂

@chadf1034 2 жыл бұрын

I've never panned a single nugget in my life. That sound of it hitting the pan still makes me smile though.

@beckyelliott2871 2 жыл бұрын

The sound of gold hitting a gold pan sounds greater when it is your pan!

@simpleman7516 2 жыл бұрын

17:47 what is the projection image on the mountain above you dan ? Looks like a creepy ufo or orb but interestingly almost looks like a Black Sun logo. Surely it can't be a sun beam or something? Any scientists in here

@kiwiking76 2 жыл бұрын

Dan Hurd just wanted to thank you for unlocking my passion for gold prospecting. You caused me to move to Colorado in search of adventure.

@AdmiralAdam100 2 жыл бұрын

Every time you pan I have noticed you taking the time to look at the beautiful scenery. It's easy to get lost in the work of finding gold but so important to realize that's not what truly matters.

@kill3st 2 жыл бұрын

Hanging out with Dan Hurd must be an incredible experience!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Yes what a day with the beard of knowledge!

@blazzin42 2 жыл бұрын

You taught my wife years ago at mount boucherie, she recognized your voice while watching your video she says HI!!! (Katie Bumstead) , these videos seriously makes me want to try and get my hand on a claim myself!! Love wat hing your videos Dan thank you for your work making these videos to enjoy them!!

@Danhurd 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Katie

@statewench2828 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rick for all your help. It's good to see strong men at work

@kimberlylott1459 2 жыл бұрын

Lol Rick is funny he got “gold fever “ quick. Can’t blame him. Much love from Minnesota 💖💖💖

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

I sure did! 😂 my first piece from cayoosh

@Dustin-kb8bq Жыл бұрын

Wow Rick! So cool to see all the best BC gold boys working together.

@renegadeprospectors2079 Жыл бұрын

Awe thank you Dustin!

@_215Juice 2 жыл бұрын

Claim inspector here, any gold found can be sent to me for inspection. 😂😂💀💀 Dan is the best prospector on KZfaq.

@speakingscripts 13 күн бұрын

Rick (RenegadeProspectors) did so much work! Amazing partner to have on your team! And your team on the previous video was fun also. These have been a fabulous 3 video series! And you are so much fun to watch, don't change, your style is so flawless, your videos so awesome to watch! Thank you so very much!!!

@treequux3996 2 жыл бұрын

Can you imagine what the river banks would look like if ground sluices were legal?

@user-oo3vz2gt6v 2 жыл бұрын

More cleaned up and organised?

@hanreality.7266 2 жыл бұрын

Bit of a mess, I reckon!

@aaronhopkins6697 2 жыл бұрын

Total Destruction of the environment.

@SnowTiger45 2 жыл бұрын

By my math, you actually found $1.31 as opposed to $1.30 .... Plus a 1.3gm, Heart-Shaped Nugget which is a beauty. The shape alone adds value. WTG. It was hard earned but you also did your claim and most importantly, the environment a huge service. Thanks for that.

@fuckyoutube5584 2 жыл бұрын

Plus the metal if they scrap the grates

@mattgrov9068 2 жыл бұрын

Bring Rick on more he’s almost as fun to watch as you Dan 🤙 thanks for the great content!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! That was a lot of fun

@Allenar4 2 жыл бұрын

@@renegadeprospectors2079 your small back and forth quips with Dan were fun. Agreed you should collab again. I'm definitely checking out your channel now

@judithfairchild8620 2 жыл бұрын

The scenery is worth the watching and cleaning up the the area is very much worth the effort. Thank you for sharing.

@sueyoung2115 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Dan, for taking us along. I got long covii and still can't maneuver in that kind of terrain. I moved to Florida a couple of years ago and today I found a tub full of black sand and big garnets in my container that I never processed from up North. Yippee!!!

@RubbishFPS 2 жыл бұрын

Thats your prize for moving to the dirtiest state in the country with a total disregard for public health and safety. Congratulations.

@twodudesonedredge 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Dan. The lengths old timers went to get gold is nuts. Especially considering the price of gold then compared to now.

@ratrap1984 2 жыл бұрын

I was born in the 80's. Thanks for making me feel old.

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

The moment I heard Nirvana and Our Lady Peace on Rock 101 oldies radio station, only then did it really hit me. We’re getting old! Hahaha

@soowzy 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing me the beauty of BC. A treat watching you enjoy that nature. Truly the most gorgeous landscapes I have ever seen.

@chriscache1673 2 жыл бұрын

Going to school for Applied geomatics. Love these videos, im a new prospector but so far of the dozen places I sampled all give gold, seem to be a natural, I like to give you some of this credit dan, I've watched so many of your videos and you make the subject very interesting, more so than it already is. Thank you.

@chriscache1673 2 жыл бұрын

Who knows, may be your claim inspector some day haha

@LoveShaysloco 2 жыл бұрын

dan that's one of the reasons why i love your vids for you try to be as eco-friendly as possible. like making it as back to nature had it before you or with your gold detector making a 1 foot sized hole vs dozens of foot size holes for the same amount of gold

@manguy746 2 жыл бұрын

I love the wide shots of you panning by the river..so peaceful

@scottfortune9016 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, beautiful. I agree!! Oddly enough my thought was, that would be a beautiful place to die. Lol

@70acres 2 жыл бұрын

Dan, your joy is infectious! I can't help but smile watching you do what you love. God bless!

@lisamiller2227 2 жыл бұрын

That nugget was pretty cool, looked like a heart shape, it would definitely make an amazing pendant, cos who doesn't 💜 gold

@simpleman7516 2 жыл бұрын

@marksoftime Жыл бұрын

@@simpleman7516 assuming you’re actually being serious: It’s just the camera reflecting the sun. It’s called lens flare

@doylemccandless7160 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Dan. It is always exciting finding things from the past. More Rick, he is a plus! Heavy pans Dan!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Woohoo!

@gregjones3453 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your video Dan and Ricky. That old sluce is very interesting👍

@whirledpeaz5758 2 жыл бұрын

I must say the most pleasing parts of the video are just the sound of running water while you're panning.

@jasonlinhart3300 Жыл бұрын

Just watching your Arkansas trip. I'm from Arkansas and am just starting to metal detecting. Artifacts have been my thing till now. Keep doing a great job.

@jjaxs1571 Жыл бұрын

You have to get into bodybuilding

@X3r0. 2 жыл бұрын

As a fellow BC resident I really enjoy watching your videos because it brings me back to travelling around the province and enjoying the natural beauty we are blessed to have. The fact that you are ecologically minded is a bonus, and you bring fun an education along for the ride. Thank you for your content as always , & definitely bring Ricky along more if you can ☺️🖤✨🖖🏻

@renegadeprospectors2079 Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 yes more days with Dan ahead for sure!!! :D

@X3r0. Жыл бұрын

@@renegadeprospectors2079 I’m terrible with names , I do apologize 😳🫢

@renegadeprospectors2079 Жыл бұрын

Ricky is just fine 😌 I was named after Ricardo and Lucy’s baby, lil Ricky 😜

@X3r0. Жыл бұрын

@@renegadeprospectors2079 bahaha that’s fantastic 😃

@robertordewald8678 Жыл бұрын

From the coins you found in the sluice I would say you actually mind the miners that were there before you. Just a thought. You certainly do have a lot of enthusiasm and excitement in what you do! Thanks Bob from Virginia USA

@swissington8472 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone see Dan shredding the theme tune with epic drone shots and great scenery when the intro starts or is it just me!? Can't wait for that video!!

@dennisshoemaker2789 Жыл бұрын

Dan thank you for sharing your adventures! I like the idea that you hire local people to help you. When I was a kid I did odd jobs and I was hired by an older man to do yard work. The time I spent with him helped shape me as much as my parents and school. I would not trade that hard work for any amount of money in the world. It was like being with a funny grandparent every weekend for 3 or more years. That being said, Rick is funny and adds to your video as well. Keep it up!

@renegadeprospectors2079 Жыл бұрын

Awe thanks! Funny Dan and I are only 5 years apart 😂 we both old! Hahahaha but yes I loved working for my neighbor as a kid, I learned so much from that man! And Dan as well, very educational day for the both of us

@jefftruax77 2 жыл бұрын

Hey dan... There's a winch system that is really kool... It works with a power drill... Simple but works well for boulders... I have seen it on another prospecting channel

@terrybrady1644 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like your prospecting buddies community service is fulfilled 😀 thanks Dan’s friend 😀

@TheBlackops1080p 2 жыл бұрын

Yes hire Rick Full time 😆Love his enthusiasm lol

@jamesprentice914 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Dan ,burn the carpet in a metal pan or cast iron skillet to recover maybe a little gold like George, Buzzard,Massie,in Alaska! Enjoy your videos,put crazy Paulie in more ,fun times!

@michaelwood211 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dan for cleaning up others"trash" . That's a cool nugget, it's good you got something for your efforts. You've got some great friends to assist you. I love your content. You've earned my subscription many times over.

@solasslym3 Жыл бұрын

I just found you this morning; you're a joy to watch. I wish you many more years of health and adventures!

@annettestoel7379 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the hard work cleaning up that mess. You deserve a a great big hug and a nugget !

@beez1717 2 жыл бұрын

I know this is going to be awesome because of course it is. There is NO bad or even okay Dan Hurd videos. They are all amazing :D

@haleyhoudini 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so thankful there are people like you who are thoughtful and ecologically-minded. Your willingness and dedication to restoring a natural space I'm sure inspires many! As an ecologist (whose passion is conservation and restoration along the entire rocky mountain range and the sagebrush steppe), my heart is warmed by your care for the environment. You're putting in souch effort when I think a lot of people would just leave that sluice there. You're awesome!!!

@juliesaye6183 2 жыл бұрын

“Beard cam!” Still one of my favorite Dan-isms!

@hellshade2 2 жыл бұрын

you just gotta love Dan! the guy has so much energy and enthusiasm! everytime i watch one of his videos i get the urge to get up and do something.

@anisenkrill6179 2 жыл бұрын

Setting a great example for modern prospectors and getting some nice gold while doing it. Thanks Dan!

@GlorifiedGremlin Жыл бұрын

Watching this makes me so jealous of the guys in the original gold rushes. God imagine the amount of giant nuggets they'd find all the time

@sclavian Жыл бұрын

You really shouldn't be, it's nice to reminisce about the past but most of them were miserable and died or got robbed before they could get Rich

@dingus6317 Жыл бұрын

I’m jealous of the shovel salesman

@mytwocoins 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for cleaning up after the ol timers Dan. Great day to be out in nature.

@PepitaDeoro777 Жыл бұрын

Excelente lugar muy rico saludos de un minero artesanal Colombiano ⛏️🇨🇴

@eidiotwind2084 2 жыл бұрын

I hope your helper got paid well! He did a ton of lifting!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

I did very well, and an ocean picture stone chunk too! 😮

@noahprice1250 2 жыл бұрын

Liked it and haven’t even seen it yet lol, I know it’ll be good though! Pre-viewed like!

@Kadath_Gaming 2 жыл бұрын

#MeTwo

@jeffwomack5821 2 жыл бұрын

Nice nugget. Rick is more machine than hired help. He worked his butt off. Digging with tools and fingers

@RobbyB-Poppin 2 жыл бұрын

@8:56 "And the better side of Rick...I mean uh, no uhhhh!" 🤣🤣🤣 Agreed

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@castmaster84 2 жыл бұрын

If those guys put that amount of work into this claim imagine how much gold they pulled out that claim. They did a good job with that sluice system.

@tybertimus 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it may not get much action now, but who knows how much the river has changed since it was installed. That's a lot of effort, I assume they knew it would be worth it.

@EmeraldHill-vo1cs 2 жыл бұрын

@@tybertimus Yep, a lot of work went into that sluice.

@OneOfDisease Жыл бұрын

They might not have gotten much gold and they abandoned it because of that.

@markstopkey4085 2 жыл бұрын

Dan, asking you a question. I am a Rockhound from years ago with my mother and father. Question is, have you ever heard of routilated Topaz? I have a very interesting gem I found in Colorado back in the 70's and it looks very much like a Topaz but it has striations in it and I can't find any information on routilated Topaz. It is quit large and has very good clarity. I would like to send you a picture of it.

@Ice_Karma 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not Dan, but it seems that "rutile/rutilated topaz" doesn't actually contain rutile, like rutilated quartz does, but instead limonite? Try using your favourite search engine to look up "rutile topaz" or "rutilated topaz", and for a Gemological Institute of America report about the stones, try searching for "gia rutilated topaz misnomer".

@wakeupidiotsnow2611 2 жыл бұрын

Say Hey to Rick We know he worked hard in getting to the bottom of that sluice! Great team work and video!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!! Dan did too, he’s a super hard worker

@edwardlewsey3954 2 жыл бұрын

It's so nice just seeing you sitting by the river with such amazing scenery!

@gd2234_ 2 жыл бұрын

Have you told the story of how you got into panning for gold? I feel like it would resonate with peopl

@jeffbybee5207 2 жыл бұрын

His father who is still with him occasionally appears took him as a child and I think in his 30s he took it up again to get back in shape he is great

@Divig 2 жыл бұрын

Must say that I am pretty happy that there were no massive heaps of nuggets in the sluice. It shows that in addition to it being illegal, it is not worth it.

@Beregorn88 2 жыл бұрын

It is NO LONGER worth it, especially if you leave it unattended for years...

@tommcstacker4216 2 жыл бұрын

...those big ol' nuggets could have been removed off camera! Just kidding.

@samdowdall5232 2 жыл бұрын

LOVE Ricks enthusiasm!!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! 😝

@b.o.b3461 Жыл бұрын

I’ve noticed you make a point to stop and take in the scenery every time you’re panning, you’re are a wise man.

@jam2190 2 жыл бұрын

Speaking on legal or not, most likely if an inspector was to find it, before Dan, chance Dan could of caught the blame for not removing it!

@elimalbeuf236 2 жыл бұрын

I think Dan only shows us a small portion of the gold he pulls out of his claims. Good way to keep the claim jumpers out of his claims.

@user-ny7vz9fh5y 2 жыл бұрын

ye he never really seems to find much but buys up massive claims

@twodeepupyours508 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found a nug. That's one heck of a helper you got there👌

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Twodeep

@RubbishFPS 2 жыл бұрын

I saw your video and was like 'Oh thats grate!" Im always grateful for a new video :)

@vickiolson1198 2 жыл бұрын

Dan, I need to know if you have ever felt strange while you were in the wilderness, doing what you do....sort of like a feeling of being watched? I am a follower of bigfoot researchers and have photographed huge 14 inch footprints here in Wisconsin.

@janicerook8912 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like the guys who built that sluice left a message....nothing but loose change in this creek...!Happy prospecting , Dan

@madmod Жыл бұрын

Its pretty fun to get off a days work and get to sit and pan with Dan

@Reodor_Felgen 2 жыл бұрын

So glad i found this channel, great content and love the personality you have Mr Goldbeard!

@joshuajackson6442 2 жыл бұрын

Your first nugget is Heart Shaped!

@smallnepal8604 2 жыл бұрын

Great seeing Rick! Looks like a fun day.

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

And what a day it was, woohoo! 🙌🏼

@jameschristian8117 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dan thats what i love about watching ur videos u r willing to teach the oldest to the youngest ,, great job man ,great job... 👍👍👍👍👍

@randal_gibbons 2 жыл бұрын

The location of your claim is absolutely beautiful.

@brucecunningham2944 2 жыл бұрын

Another great or grate lol video from Dan. Super exciting to watch. Thanks for helping pass the time Dan

@SuperNmolnar 2 жыл бұрын

I personally would have taken alll the dirt home.. Great video .. Thanks for sharing Cheers From Ontario .

@ChaseHub 2 жыл бұрын

Rick had a great attitude. Nice video.

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@lylehopson9573 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting Dan, love the scenery,your helper did an amazing job.awesome video

@ElectrikNYCfunK 2 жыл бұрын

you 2 make a great team! keep having fun boys!

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you yes Dan is such a great man, lots to learn and cool things to find!

@pokemike2618 2 жыл бұрын

Good job on the reclamation man. Keep those rivers clean! Love what you do Dan!

@AshtonZee 2 жыл бұрын

you can tell dan is enjoying the nature.

@epic.202 Жыл бұрын

The time with your family is the best memories

@josephcormier5974 2 жыл бұрын

Now that you have that done the river thanks you I give you six stars brother thank you both

@EZDiggin 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you were able to get that ground sluice out of there Dan.

@GSProspecting 2 жыл бұрын

Great job all around fam. Keep on having fun getting that au and living the dream fam. Gold Squad Out!!!

@SCARED.PTSD.DAD... 2 жыл бұрын

I love coming to your videos you're such a nice humble man thank you for your kindness in your videos and teaching I am learning a lot.😊

@leaversj 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid as usual! Also… go Rick! Bring him on more

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

Woohoo! 🤩 I’m up for some hard work any day dan is in need of some ol muscle 😆

@briansouthworth1248 Жыл бұрын

It's nice to finally see someone who knows how to pan

@lifelesslimits7454 2 жыл бұрын

From 18.46 it looks like there's a nugget right next to ricks boot right after he pulls that grate out! Like a few inches to the left 😅

@iamwonderFil 2 жыл бұрын

these are so interesting, ill watch every single one you find. please find more.

@galenflynn398 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dan and help

@ChickenFarmTawamangung 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for this educational opportunity

@michaelkelley6158 2 жыл бұрын

We certainly don't want any "little tiny fly poops". :-) Thanks for the great video.

@diecastdragstripracing5297 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just waiting for Yosemite Sam to come out of the mountains "I'm, Chillicothe Sam, the roughest, toughest, rootinest, shootinest claim-jumper that ever jumped a claim, and I'm-a takin' over your claim! So get-a goin' a-fore I puncture your hide." Cheers for the video. 🍻

@probong2053 2 жыл бұрын

ricky reaction was perfect. i want this feeling in my life.

@renegadeprospectors2079 2 жыл бұрын

😂 yes what a nuggy!

@idahogreen2885 2 жыл бұрын

Dan, your heart and purpose seem so pure....im sure that they really are. But you need to know that people respect and long for character like you possess. 💚💚💚💚💚

@mysticmallachi777 Жыл бұрын

I've never rooted so hard for someone to find success in any video, as I am Dan right now. I want this claim he's been banging around on to produce something truly MIND-BLOWING and history-making, y'know?

@mysticmallachi777 Жыл бұрын

🤞🤞🤞