Ive been dealing with debilitating anxiety for over a decade now. I haven't left my house for anything for over a year. Because of this video I'm heading to a park overlooking my town to just breathe and find hope. Thanks Brent, this video really helped me.

Most people in World have a Shame Based Childhood. Yet few people actually get therapy.

Magnesium threonate and Omega3's should help your brain to relax.

I have found this site and also Steve Wallis (Canadian camper) to be so calming they say Steve is the bob Ross of camping. He has recently lost his beautiful wife but he has so many older ones you can watch I’d really recommend it. Happy you are getting out.

It’s described as ‘going through hell’ not because it’s permanently awful, but because you’re passing through it, and can come out on the other side. There is always light my dude. Enjoy the park! One park at a time. 🙌

@@williamevans6522 Good advice - Health benefits of keeping your required nutrients and minerals in check, goes a lot further than just physical health. Diet has a bigger part in our mental well-being than most people even register. Giving your body even the the smallest required nutrients that are lacking - has a lasting impact.

You need a civil engineer to do an water runoff & erosion control/mitigation plan. Imagine if this happened when you had a hotel full of guests and you are stuck waiting for the road to be cleared? Fixing the road permanently is going to be more important than finishing the hotel.

Agreed

infrastructure is always the most important but most overlooked factor in long term viability for habitation.

He has a backroad in and out so he isn't isolated. They wont be stuck.

@@chrisl6263 he hasn't talked of that, why?

@@wmcbarker4155 Yes he has. They used it to get back to the site after the initial flooding.

I spent 38 years of my life living a life that wasn't really mine. I'm finally breaking free from that mountain in my life, and I'm emerging into a world soon to explore whatever that's outside. I felt this video so much, and I feel I was destined to find this channel. Thank you for sharing these videos with the world, and for doing what you're doing. It's impacted me a great deal, even from the comforts of my computer chair all the way in PA. Thank you for sharing the story of that man's journey through the mountain. It's an inspirational one!

Are you OK buddy? Things seem to have gone quiet. Love your videos, your enthusiasm and your constant positive attitude and approach to everything, even when life has thrown some curve balls at you guys. It's inspiring to say the least. You've encouraged me to get out there again, enjoy my surroundings and push to better myself. Huge thanks and hello from NZ.

Speaking of getting out there, as a kiwi who has lived 15 years away i can tell you that i really miss the native bush and tramping\camping, even the sight of the mountains! So many awesome tracks.... Make the most of it mate!

Hope the road recovery is coming along. Don’t give up hope!

Another very inspirational episode ! The road is just another hurdle that you will jump and clear . I have been reading the comments and I think a civil engineers insight specializing in drainage is a good way to go, to carve out a permant plan. I could imagine that it will not be an easy fix but it seems that anything that you put your mind and resources to has been resolved one way or another. Amazing work and by far one of the most interesting project channels on u tube !

I am a 73 year old woman. I watch your show on a regular basis for maybe 6 mo. Even if things look dreary for you it really gives me something to focus on. I don't go many places but through you I can see things. Like this video, makes my life better and I want to thank you for that. So even if your life is somewhat crumbly at times rest assured you bring joy to others. Thank you.

I liked the way you said crumbly lol ...

Am new but very interested in this 👌

Good stuff

Awe

Welcome to the Wild West Stop complaining, this is exactly what you signed up for... and you'll have GREAT stories for your grandkids 🙏💗 AND you have a gorgeous Tundra. Your life is golden.

William Schmidt's incredible undertaking gives life to the the expression "stick-to-itiveness". I can only try to understand his determination.

"One day will be our last and whatever hope we have, has to happen before that day" -Brent Underwood, Ghost Town Living I have a feeling that's gonna be one of those timeless quotations for years to come.

your positivity is what we all need in our lives. Thank you for sharing

Brent, your perseverance is admirable. No matter what adversity is thrown your way, you overcome it. This gorgeous historic town you have has such an amazing combination of history and nature. I have been following your channel for over a year now and hope to make it out there soon. Your hard work ethic and determination is definitely relatable. I have just been through all the motions of a divorce and it almost completely destroyed me. I lost my wife, beautiful country home and my family unit, but I pressed on. After months of gruelling work, I built myself a downsized acreage from the ground up, have had amazing weekend visits with my daughter and have a wonderful girlfriend now. The biggest takeaway from the story of recent Cerro Gordo history I can think of is if you have a massive project or a problem that is seemingly insurmountable, if there's a will, there's a way. Watching the overcoming of so many problems at Cerro Gordo has helped me get through the darkest days I have ever faced. Thanks for the inspiration, the history lessons and gorgeous cinematography of the scenery and events, Mr. Underwood.

Stay positive! All the delays will mean nothing once it’s done! It’s just adding to the incredible story ❤

100 years from now these videos will tell the tale of you and your drive to save the town. What an epic tale that might be.

well said.

Great comment and great analogy.

... Video wont even be a word people remember in less than a hundred years.

Come to think of it... how cool is that for young people in the future? I wish I could watch vlogs from a miner in 1880. "GOOOLD IN THEM HILLS" lmao... I just hope it doesn't go the way of most things on the internet and get lost to storage issues or time somehow.

Thanks for covering the story of William Schmidt or "Burro Bill". It's like a personal tragedy that turned into dedication & triumph. He was told that his 20 years of incredibly hard labor was wasted, but he didn't think so. Multiple generations later, people still read that memorial & walk through his tunnel. It shows what a dedicated person is truly capable of. The man moved tons & tons of mountain. God speed, William Schmidt.

As I commented I have been to the tunnel twice myself as a younger child in the 90's and found it fascinating. I was delighted to have seen the tunnel again for a third time now!

Great work on rebuilding the road Brent and team. Stoked to finaly make it up there. Phil thanks for the tour yesterday! You are both gentlemen and scholars for helping those hikers! Keep up the great work!

Wow man! I just looked. You have 1.56m subscribers. You left everything behind to resurrect a ghost town to a historical town. The work you’ve done at that town. I think it shows the world that if you want something bad enough and are willing to put the work in. Anything is possible. I think,that inspires all of your followers and subscribers to love your work as much as you do. Keep up the great work you’ve done and are doing and are gonna do. Because of you is probably why that place hasn’t become a strip mine. Thanks man!!

Love your work, I've been watching since the beginning! love to watch the work progress and grow

Hello Cerro Gordo. Hope you are doing well and your road is slowly getting repaired. Don't lose your faith and I hope we will see you back soon with your fantastic and inspiring video vlogs. Stay safe and strong, greetings from the UK

Way to go Kubota thanks for helping our friend Brent out .Brent we need to find you a grader ,a dump truck and a loader to keep there for your own not just for road repair you have lots of things to do and they would be helpful in all kinds of ways. I see the need for a helicopter pad just in case .

I have been to Burro Schmidts Tunnel twice in person! Once in the 6th grade for being a top student in the class (our teacher would pick 4 students each month and take them on a mini day trip somewhere educational). After getting home and telling my dad all about it, he and my brother and I went back about a year later. I actually got to meet a lady that still lived in the shack out there (this was in the 90's). So thank you Brent for now taking me to see the tunnel a third time! I will be sure to show my dad the video as I'm sure he will enjoy seeing the tunnel again as well♥

Finding your channel a few months ago and really diving into your videos has rekindled a lost sense of curiosity and adventure. I used to go all sorts of places and find all sorts of neat things when I was younger, but I really fell away from that when I settled down and made a family. I'm going to get back out to adventuring one of these days thanks to your inspiration, and I really hope my adventures will lead to Cerro Gordo at some point. It would make my year to meet you and see everything you have worked on in-person. All the best, Brent, and thank you for your incredible amount of time and effort you put in to everything you do. You are an amazing human. Much love and have a wonderful day!

Me to I want to take my family there and work for him that would be a dream

Hi Brent - not heard anything from you for a while - I guess you're feeling pretty low at the minute after the second deluge on the road, but please believe we believe in you and your vision for Cerro Gordo. I wish I was closer so I could come up to help in whatever small way I could but currently live in the U.K. Stay strong and have faith that it will all come together and you can open your doors on the American Hotel next year. Much love from the U.K.....

I love the history you find and share; what a story Mr. Burro Smitz left behind. Thank you for continuing his legacy, and beginning yours. Keep the faith..

As much as it sucks to be delayed, this rain is IMPORTANT. It has shown a weakness you could've otherwise missed, had it not happened. Now you can make plans so it never effects you drastically again, as other commentors have advised.

Very good way to put it.. see it as a light being shed on an important topic which needed addressing, sooner or later.. 👍🏻

true.

Wow, what an amazing story. Thanks for putting challenges into perspective

Burro Schmidt was an absolute legend. Thank you for taking us along. Getting in his headspace was very interesting. He knew his goal, and he never gave up. Even when told his tunnel was pointless. Humans are fascinating. Beat of luck to you Brent, you got this!

of all the things I've watched you overcome in the past almost 3 years, I've learned you are more resilient and more ambitious than most youtubers could ever be. these things are just small set backs to bigger and better tomorrow's. I'd love to be a part of helping you with Cerro Gordo.

Say Brent, what's going on, how is it going now..... haven't heard from you lately! Please update us with some news I hope is good news. Prayers for you Brent

Sending you a big hug Kyle. I really hope the walk to the park soothed your soul.

Your calling in life is to restore the ghost town for some reason it could have never found a better caretaker! Stay safe and continue moving forward with the legacy.

I MISS YOU BRENT. I hope you are well. Your videos are something I look forward to. ❤

New Subscriber :-) What a lovely young man you are Brent. You are adventurous, funny, humble, respectful, hard working, and a genuine kind soul. I'm an old gal , born and raised in England. I have been fascinated by the old western days in America since I first arrived in 1985. How lucky we all are, to have YOU, who is so dedicated in preserving History, for all generations to come and see how the early settlers lived. What you are doing, is immensely admired and appreciated by so many people. You have countless wonderful messages. And I can bet, that folks will be talking about Brent Underwood, at Cerro Gordo Mines, for hundreds of years to come. Your video today, really touched our hearts. Henry Burro Schmidt, What an excellent example of determination, and never giving up. This is you Brent! You never give up, and you are a true example of strength for all of us. Take care of yourself, and keep doing what you are doing.

Wow, such wonderful words. You too are an inspiration to whoever reads your words.

@@harrysurtees8710 awhhh, what a lovely thing to say. I'm just an old introverted gal from England. Hihi. I wish I could get out to Cerro Gordo and help out, but I'm in Wyoming. I just so love this countries landscape and the old western history. I should have been born a hundred years prior. Heh Heh! Thank you, take care.

It’s been a month. Missing you. Hope you didn’t get lost in a mine

Or lost in his mind... sometimes that happens too out there.

​@@dirtpounder damn

I have been following since your first video. I always enjoy your content because you are preserving history, which h love. However, this video sparked a different connection with me. Thank you for your strength to speak out about help when many of us struggle with no voice.

About five years ago my son and I walked through Burro Schmidt tunnel, it was awesome and appreciated all his work.

Cool dad

What can I say, this was an entirely interesting video. I love the Cerro Gordo stories but the surrounding area are fascinating too. Thanks Brent, I love your content.

This is why ditches exist. You desperately need a water management ditch on the side of the road, with a sloped and graded road surface, so water travels sideways and into the ditch. and not down the entire length of the road. The water needs to be taken down the mountain in the ditch. Not having a ditch is just going to cause a repeat of this over and over again.

Brent, thanks for sharing Cerro Gordo, your trials and tribulations. Keep on shining and remember to watch the beautiful sunsets and views.

(Standing Up Clapping 👏 My Hands) Bravo & Kudos For The Healthy Mindset And Your Perspective On Your Journey I'm So Proud Of You Brett And This Very Piece Of Enlightenment Of Mr Schmidt's Perseverance In Pushing Through To The Other Side. We Are All Truly Connected Energetically To Each Other I Needed To See This Video In My Journey As Well Thank You Thank You Thank You Brett I Appreciate You This Has Truly Uplifted Me.

Good on you Brent and thank you. Truly appreciate your transparency and perspective. I am certain you have helped others facing their own darkness, one shovel-load at a time. As a chaplain, I have used mountain analogies as a point of perspective. Sometimes you ask the Lord to help you over or around the mountain and His answer is to hand you a shovel in order to dig into it as part of the journey He has purposed you for. The darkness can seem long, unbearable, and without puepose as you continue to dig. With each shovel of dirt, the next could be your breakthrough of light, which keeps you moving forward until your purpose is finished. For this diligent soul, 38 years of his work stands the test of time... and we remember him today because of it.

Thanks David, really appreciate the note

@@GhostTownLiving just to help you out @ghosttownliving you need to only use dirt for minor cracks in the road to make the roads smooth to ride on but you need to fill the ruts in with hard rock and or asphalt millings something that rain can't wash away. Hope that helps out good luck and keep the great videos coming..

When I started watching this I didn't expect it to be one of the most inspiring videos I've seen in a long time. You now have the right perspective on trying to get the hotel to the point where you can work indoors over the winter. It WILL eventually happen and you'll eventually see that part of your dream fulfilled. In the meantime, you can work on other important projects, such as archaeological cataloging, and the hundreds of other things on your to-do list. Your overall progress is amazing, and unlike Burro's project, yours will be relevant no matter how many years it takes to finish!

Came here at the start of covid for the Ghost Town Exploration and plans, stayed here for your amazing history lessons, and motivational speeches! Keep doing what makes you happy Brent!

I’m so sorry Brent 😢 you’re such a hard worker and it’s so unfair. If there’s anything we can do as watchers from the opposite side of the us let us know. You don’t deserve this kinda set back after set back 🙏🏼

That tunnel looks very clean and wide. What an amazing feat!

Such inspiring stories. You belong to an inspiring group of people. Thanks, you've lifted so many people today.

Well-stated!!! I agree!

You and your team's dedication and willingness to push forward no matter how hard it gets is really inspiring! Ik you guys will get that road fixed soon enough and everything will be back on track! Can't wait for the next video. 🙌

Amazing determination. Purpose in life. Thank you Brent, this was an eye opener. Thanks.

When I went through the Burro Schmidt tunnel 50-60 years ago, there was someone living in the house, perhaps a family member, not sure. And they collected a small admissions fee from visitors to tour the tunnel. The home was in good shape back then, but we weren't able to see inside. Was a fun adventure.

Keep on keeping on Brent. Thanks for the words of encouragement in the middle of your own struggles. Too cool.

You're doing us all a favor young man. Stick with it. You are an inspiration. I'm unable to do these wonderful things you do but I am uplifted by your journey. All the best to you and yours.

Good for you Brent. What a lovely tribute this was. Cero Gorda might be considered easy compared to 38 years of digging through a mountain 😊

A lot of “meaning” and encouragement in this episode. You made many good points. ❤❤❤

I'm not worried, Brent. You've got a vision and you're driven plus you have tons of people who want to help, who care about what you're doing at Cerro Gordo. If I wasn't on the other side of the country, I'd be there on my days off to help. Drive on, brother.

If this tunnel inspires you, to just keep walking forward, then it has inspired people before you. I think this is what the tunnels legacy will always be. He came from a time, when if possible, people finished what they started. You and this man have a lot in common.

You are a wonderful storyteller. Such an inspiration. Thank you for posting this cool story of a man digging a hole in a mountain. If he could do that, I’ve got to stay focused on my purpose too.

This was so inspiring! A very thought provoking and keep on going kind of life lesson! Thank you!

I love your perspective Brent, you’re a real inspiration. Cathy from the uk xx

Brilliant ! I'm from the UK too. Hihi. This channel with Brent is fantastic to watch. I really like the Old West history.

I stumbled across your channel a few months back. My wife and I have been slowly making our way through each video looking at your project and what you’re accomplishing. When I saw this video and how devastated you were feeling my heart went out to you. What you are doing there is bringing a community together from all over the place. The world needs more folks like you. You’ll get past this like you got past everything else. I would love to one day make that a destination to visit, but unfortunately I don’t do well above 5000 feet. I wish you all the best and I just got to get my wife on the computer and order me a T-shirt and a hoodie. Bless your heart brother keep it going.

This video was pretty great as far as message goes. The humanness and optimism and ability to see things for what they are. It’s really hard to not be a victim when things go sideways and equally hard to have perspective and to keep moving forward.

Brett you are truly a master at your craft. Your story telling is unmatched. RIP Burro Schmidt

I’ve been watching your channel since I found out about your story of buying cerro gordo through a news story 2 years ago roughly and I can always unwind and feel some happiness in your videos and kind words thank you Brent for sharing your time with us but for also helping some of us through the hard times ❤

Hi Brent, I know this has been a very tough year on you, it`s a big bump in the road for the completion of the American Hotel within the time frame you had planed and hoped for. Frustration and disappointment is a given for sure. Please know that so long as you still have your health, you will see this to completion.

Brent you are a truly inspiring man. I look at what you have endured and am truly amazed at how resilient you are. God bless you and all that you do.

You are 💯 % correct, it is so hard these days, we are soo used to things moving fast and feel like a set back is the end, when really in the grand scheme of things is only a stepping stone. Keep up the good work and I'll always be supporting you here from Australia 🤙

Brent, this is the most inspiring video that I have ever come across! The one that relates and puts meaning into the search for purpose and life in pursuit of passion! Many Thanks

You cannot imagine what your video mean to me. Thank you Brent. Your words are inspiring.

You have come so far! I remember when a situation like this arose you did not have any idea what to do. Now it's just another check off the list. Your relentless, Brent. Because of that I think this town will rise again.

LOVE Arne history lessons in these videos. Glad you found your life’s passion

You shed so much light and perspective on your work and that of others. Keep going , I think you are doing very important and lasting work! You are a historian and an explorer and a philosopher. Thank you!

I’m sorry this has happened. You work so hard and have a great team. You got this. Stay focused. These setbacks will build character and your mental endurance. These challenges will help with future setbacks. Best wishes 🙏🏼❤️

Nice closing shot. Light at the end of the tunnel.❤️

I was concerned that with all the new people coming. Plus all the new construction, that you would become stressed. Your first videos of being alone, finding your peace. The solidarity of your walks to find the pieces of history for the store. The exploring the mines. You seemed so happy, peaceful with how things were. Don’t lose that part of you. It’s very hard to get back the peace and tranquillity of just being free.

Good advice, if I've ever heard it, this is it!

having visited cerro gordo I have no doubt that brent (or anybody) will be able to easily get some solitude. Walk for 10 min in any direction without a buddy and you will be utterly alone.

Your videos are always so informative and inspiring. I can relate to the struggles of keeping focused on things that are meaningful. As a teacher, it is often difficult to see the fruits of my labor. I have to relish the small moments because there aren't really that many big breakthroughs. I look forward to the inch-by-inch progress of the American Hotel and your good work in general. Best to you.

This had to be a whole village effort back in the day. I admire your perseverance!

I'm sorry you are having a tough go of it Brent. I believe in you and your friends though. You'll get there brother. I have no doubt.

really appreciate your message. i've watched you go through quite a bit of trials & still have your affinity for cerro gordo & beyond in tact. also I have witnessed the joy you've brought to a community of folks. I find it very interesting & inspiring. so thank you 💚✨️

If Burro Schmidt were still here I think he would say, "Brent, there IS light at the end of the tunnel". Continue to make time for yourself and keep your chin up. I'm pulling for you!

"One day will be our last, so whatever hope in life we have needs to happen before that day." Thank you for an inspirational episode Brent. Stay strong 💪🏻

this is a scammer do not reply he has been here before .dear scammer I can have your phone # tracked to your location .😠

We personally dealt with similar issues on a 1 mile plus driveway. Took me two whole years of struggle during my off hours to get a handle on it. Can't overstate how much creating ditches on the high side of the road will help your sanity. If possible having one on each side is definitely best. Ditches will save you so much money in road materials. I figured this out the hard and expensive way myself. Best of luck, don't let the road get you down! You got this! Thank you for that tunnel story. This is inspirational and help me keep going on building my of grid dreams. Need to think this way more often

Brent, you are truly an inspiration! Thank you for your wonderful videos documenting your triumphs and challenges.

Glad you like them! Thanks for checking them out

Huge shout out to Kubota Machinery. That’s really nice of them to donate a skidsteer and mini-excavator to Cerro Gordo. Hopefully, the county steps up and quickly finishes the road so we can get some material trucks up there. As always, another excellent video from Ghost Town Living!!!

Brent wow im so happy you found that in your life progress you have done is so awesome. Thanks for taking this life meaning for you.Keep dreams alive within you Brent.Best wishes and Happy Birthday

We love you, and we're pulling for you in all that you continue to do to restore history. So many tens and hundreds of thousands of people are behind you sir!

A fire and 2 washouts. If not for you and your perseverance it could have been the end of the line for Cerro Gordo. I hope my wife and I get to stay a night in the hotel someday.

Glad to see you addressing mental health side of the isolation you have experienced. Take time to chase your dreams.

I send you hope , your amazing for how you handle the situations that keep stopping the progress and holting your dreams , an inspiration for so many , but take more time for yourself x

Hi I am LOVE, I watch you videos all the time with my mom. Huge fans! I love what you are doing to preserve the history. So many interesting artifact. Don't give up! LOVE ALWAYS- ANGELS BE WITH YOU

Don't give up! This will happen. No epic story is complete without epic setbacks to overcome.

I believe that EVERYTHING we do in life that feels like we're climbing an endless mountain, is helped by inspiration from all those who have come before us, who have also accomplished climbing their mountain. None of us accomplish great things in life without the help of others. 💚

Great video. I love the stillness I feel when watching them

Such a great example and lessons. I can't imagine how deep you had to dig to persevere, but I'm really inspired by your grit and passion for what you're doing. I'll definitely be revisiting this video.

Glad you aren't throwing in the towel. You have an entire community cheering for you to succeed! Additionally, The Mighty Mole's tunnel is so cool! Much love from Colorado!

Brent, you're a huge inspiration; I admire the work and effort you've put to this project but even more the resiliency with which you move forwards. Hope the road gets fixed :)

I grew up in Ridgecrest and recently just moved back to be with family. It's strange to hear your little middle-of-nowhere town's piece of history being told in a YouTube video, but I really appreciate all you do. California's full of this unique history that isn't told much, and it's really cool to know that someone's preserving the ghost town my dad used to take me to as a kid :)

Wow thats really cool that you have a direct connection to the town . I bet it was amazing to explore the area when you were younger . I have allot of great memories with my grandfather doing the same thing in Utah , in a old coal mining town called Hiawatha. Most of the houses and structures had been torn down by the time I was there. But it was fun to be with somebody that remembered how it used to look and could tell stories about how the residences lived day to day . There must have been 50 or so houses in the town when the coal mine was in operation and everybody had the same skeleton key to the front doors since it was common for families to move from house to house when they wanted a change of scenery. Imagine trusting your neighbors that much at this day and age . The world would be a better place .

keep your head up and you,ll see the finish of this part of your dream man ! we thank you for allowing us to be a part of it all !!

My husband and I walked through that tunnel without a flashlight! It is mind boggling to realize what Burro Schmidt accomplished! Truly amazing.

I feel your pain on the road brother. My wife and I live on a 126 acre piece of land and have been there for 6 years. In those 6 years we have had our road washed away at least 8 times. Three of those were "100 year floods". The downside to that is we get no help from the county because we only have two houses on the property so it is considered a private road. Hang in there. There is a certain amount of mental fortitude required to live in certain places and yours is one of those places as is mine. Congrats on the help from Kubota>>> that is awesome that they helped you out.

One in 100 year flood, does not mean your weather service expects a flood of that severity, to occur, once every 100 years. It means, the odds of such a flood happening, are 1 in 100 against, in your area, on any day, during any particular year.

I'm glad projects have gotten back on track after such devastating floods. I wish you the best of luck with the American Hotel and am excited to see the new video premier this afternoon!

Thank you brother. I hope you feel better. I just realized you got a big heart when you offered to help those Who might need help. Thanks.