Crystals and Herkimer Type Diamond Hunting Near Payson Arizona

Crystals and Herkimer Type Diamond Hunting Near Payson Arizona This is a fun video about looking for and finding crystals near Payson and Diamond Rim which is a public collecting spot. Digging is only allowed from October 1 to February 28 each year so we were surface hunting this trip. We will be going back…

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Uranium Mining

Uranium Mining Vanessa Barchfield reports that the Trump Administration is reconsidering an Obama-era initiative that banned uranium mining in Northern Arizona, and some of the concerns it raises in Coconino County.

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Abandoned Arizona Mine Explored – Bradshaw Mountains

Abandoned Arizona Mine Explored – Bradshaw Mountains We discovered an old abandoned mine while on an expedition through the Bradshaw Mountains so we checked it out. It is a pretty extensive mine with lots of cool wooden structures, ore shoots, flooded mines, ore cart rail tracks, mill site, and core samples. If you like the…

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How to Find the History of Abandoned Mines & Ghost Towns (in AZ)

How to Find the History of Abandoned Mines & Ghost Towns (in AZ) This video goes over the numerous resources available to learn the backstory of the countless old mines & ghost towns scattered around Arizona. Whether it’s a well-known spot, or a small hole in the ground, chances are you’ll be able to find…

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HORRIBLE END: Police Chase Ends with Violent Crash in Tempe, Arizona (FNN)

HORRIBLE END: Police Chase Ends with Violent Crash in Tempe, Arizona (FNN) Viewer discretion advised. SkyFOX shows the dramatic ending to a police chase that started in the west Valley and ended near Arizona State University’s campus. Brought to you by Desert Diamond: http://ddcaz.com Sharing a mix of breaking news, Arizona stories, engaging discussions, and…

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Exploring the Mine With No Name, Yavapai County, Arizona

Exploring the Mine With No Name, Yavapai County, Arizona Bob and I go to the Black Rock District north of Phoenix to explore and to find some mines to investigate! Several things worth mentioning: 1. The Monte Cristo Mine is noteworthy, but the main shaft is reportedly flooded, thus not accesible. 2. The Williams Ranch…

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