Even though your RUclips channel has finished 4 months ago... I still find myself watching episodes again and again. It was really brilliant watching your show and just your passion being shared with others. Thanks to you I finally got a 4x4 and now setup a rig for touring Australia. Thank you for all your passion and efforts providing excellent content.
My 9 year old son has spent the last 12 months recieving intense chemo for Leukemia, your videos always put a smile on his face and kept his outdoor spirit alive. Thankyou
Kudos mate, Kudos. You basically chose being a good bloke and friend over money and fame. Your videos definitely left a mark on thousands of people all over the world, including myself.
Hello Michael,I firstly want to thank you for the many hours of enjoyment that you have given me with all your travels.As a young 63 year old i have relived some of my own adventures of the past through you and has put a little bit of fire again in me so much so that i have gone and bought another 4x4 for future travels.There are a lot of RUclips channels out there but what made yours very special is the sincerity and humor that you have put into it.Your knowledge and advice is second to non and your filming is excellent.I wish i had the patiences that you have, as i know how much work there is in making good content.And i know exactly how you feel about mixing work with passion.So don't feel guilty for retairing and living as in a lurch!!!!!LOL,I wish you all the very best in the future whatever you choose to do and hope to see you around the tracks.
SAD, finally found someone who natural, honest, humble, loved his country, was one with the outdoors and was able to teach the want to be’s all about the best way to venture and discover this great land. Will deeply miss your in-depth footage, quirky presentations, your friends as the film crew but mostly your genuine love for what you do. Thanks for the adventures and I pray that you get to relax as you “SEEK ADVENTURE”
So Michael, there i was thinking that you were just warming up for things to come. I know what you mean about hobby versus work. I did it with photography when i was young. So what has Seek Adventure meant to me? As an older disabled person i couldn't begin to do the things you've been doing on the channel so it's been a great journey for me. And don't forget you've been a great ambassador for Australia too. What a beautiful, fantastic country. Life is about adapting, improvising, overcoming. So get out there and get on with it, mate. And the best of luck whatever you decide to do. Thanks for sharing all of it. Stay safe. 👍🖖😎🛥⚓🦘🐪🐊🐠🐬
You've informed, entertained, inspired, motivated, ... us with this wonderful channel. The great thing is that new people will come across these videos and you will live on and on virtually still doing for them what you did so well for us. Your channel is a gift that will just keep on giving to an ever-expanding audience. And when I need a refresher and want to see what you did, how you did it, why you did it, ... I'll be coming back again and again to this jewel of a resource even if you never upload another video. Thanks for sharing your gifts.
Thanks for the genuine and honest content - your relatable videos inspired me to finally take the plunge and create my own channel, something I’m sure you’ve done for many others as well. Best of luck for the future and hoping to one day see more videos from you on a casual basis, perhaps. :)
I'm gonna swing the other way on this. While I can certainly understand your reason for leaving, part of me wonders why you wouldnt just cut back and put out less videos and on a scheduled basis. Instead of every outdoor activity being filmed, make it 1/4 and still put out killer content. If it is the end, I appreciate all the videos, were nice to see. Don't leave your 70k subs down brother, take a breather, stop recording as much and put out scheduled videos. Have fun my friend and I appreciate it it all!
I agree with this sentiment. I can understand that it would become quite stressful to put out a vid each week (especially if you only have the weekend to do it) and that it would become a chore rather than somthing you enjoy doing but the frequency of vids is not why I subbed to this channel, I subbed because I enjoy your style and attitude. I don't care if the vids are once a month or less. Thank you for all the entertainment and inspiration.
He is not the first to suffer under a self imposed schedule and get burnt out. I hope he decides to film every 4th or 5th trip and take some pressure off himself.
I disagree. This is his choice and to lose one's passion is a horrible thing and its hard to get it back. He had 72k subs and that's great but there have been people that left youtube with over 2mill subs and to me, that's a much bigger deal than leaving with 72k. He made amazing adventure tutorials and video maybe just leaves it at that and let him be himself. Doing youtube has its benefits and its downfalls and one the biggest downfall is trying to make as much content as possible to get paid and if you look at the top RUclipsrs it's like they have no life outside of youtube cause they constantly need to upload a video every day or 4 times a week..etc So job-wise people might work 5 days a week but as a RUclipsr that is trying to put as much content up as possible to get paid, they work 6 days a week. And think of all the video editing that goes into all Michael's videos he has to do after every video shoot to upload..
Congratulations! You chose to seek adventure, real-life personal relationships and genuine experiences without the sense of obligation to enthrall, educate and entertain an audience. Thank you for the time, effort and passion you put into this channel. You should be proud of what you created. I just discovered this channel a few days ago and it is a lot of fun to watch. But sometimes quitting *is* the right thing to do. I admire your ability to step away after you realized that being a YT content creator no longer brings you joy. May your best adventures always be ahead of you!
Man, I've loved every bit of your videos. Honest, thorough, unbiased and always full of smiles. Do whatever makes you happy, we will always be waiting for another upload. 👌⛏💰
@@wayne6220 5th'd or 6th'd depending on how you count. Great, informative, compelling and enjoyable content. Am in the process of launching my own channel and I learned some things from your channel that will help me with mine - so am doubly grateful.
Sad to see the channel go, but Loved everything you made and I completely understand why your doing it. Thanks for the entertainment over all your videos and go reclaim your passion mate!
Came upon the channel randomly, and love what you do. In an era of everything being hyped up and fake, your channel is real, with no bs, and most importantly of all informative and fun. Go forth and enjoy life! We will miss you.
I only just found your channel this evening...and now I learn you are moving on. I totally understand your reasons - but I feel so sad at the same time! What an amazing, positive and wonderfully balanced human you are - hope you are enjoying your adventures :) You also just inspired me to get myself a stand up paddle board ... so even though you aren't publishing vids anymore you are inspiring adventures.
I discovered your channel in December 2019 and it quickly became my favourite on RUclips. Thank you for inspiring me and many others to get out and seek adventure! Your positive attitude and stunning shots are the reason I've spent the past 2 weeks on the road seeing and trying new things. I hope you rediscover your passion at some point and I know all your followers would really love to hear from you again in the future. All the very best from myself buddy and thank you 👍
Huge respect, sir. Thank you for sharing the beauty of your country with someone who will probably never see it except through the kindness of people like you. You live in a nice place and so do I. Canada has a lot of exploring left for me. You helped push me back outside. Thank you for all your hard work. Go enjoy yourself now. I have been retired 12 years now and no one ever wishes they worked more. In the words of my favorite Vulcan, "Live long and prosper."
I just came here to choose traction boards and now Im left will all the feels. I understand every word you said about just trying to enjoy the moment instead of losing yourself into "what's next". I subscribed just to come back and learn more, enjoy the views and happy people all around. I'll finish with a great sentence I've heard once, "May everyday feel like the first time". Take care mate.
It’s like losing a member of my family. We lived vicariously though your videos and made trips we would not have otherwise taken. Will miss you mate. Hope to see you sometime in the future if you decide to post again. ♥️
Well, I just turned on the puter, saw the "Seek adventure" notification, checked all the other stuff out first and then settled down to watch my favourite, SA. very disappointing indeed. When I watch your videos, I always analyze, and try to work out how you did this shot and that shot and yes, I can see that there is a huge amount of work involved. Driving past your camera then going back to get it, the drone shots and then the endless hours of editing. You really have done an amazing job with your channel mate, and I so appreciate how much work is involved. I'm gonna miss it. But, "A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do", on that note, I can only wish you the very best in whatever you decide to do. Cheers from Queensland
That's really disappointing. This is my favorite channel by far. I wish you well on your adventures . Thank you for all the hard work and awesome content ! It will be greatly missed .
Thanks for all, you really inspired and helped us to make a 3 months travel around the world this year 2019, and of course in Australia, from Cairns to Melbourne. Thanks mate. Cheers from Mexico and Lithuania.
I've spent about 5 hours today watching random videos of yours. Watching this last video, I can't help but feel super happy for you, not just because you did such a great job making these video's. But it's so nice that you were able to focus on what really matters in this world. You summed it up brilliantly. I really wish you all the very best in the future. I also really hope that you rediscovered your passion for the outdoors and FWDing again. All the best mate!!!
It is refreshing to see honesty in the world of 4x4 filmography. Your videos were inspiring for so many people and I dread having to go back to commercial 4wd commentators. You definitely have the gift for transporting your viewers to try and emulate the adventures that you have tackled. Well done and I hope we see you again.
Thank you Michael, I’m pleased you’re looking after yourself. Thank you for the awesome footage, I’ve enjoyed the level of professional footage you produce.
Although it's sad to see you go, you made perfect sense and I admire your decision. All the video creating pressure has now gone. Time to enjoy yourself and even throw up the occasional video down the track, if you feel like it and choose to do so. Thanks for all your hard work and classy video creations. You seem like one very nice guy.
Hi. Totally get what this guy says at the end of the video about not being in the moment because of always looking for the next shot to film. I found this out when i was about the same age as him, that's when i stopped taking a camera out bush with me. 35 years later i team up with a man 10 years older than me to do a overnight hiking and camping adventure. He brings his camera and is always looking for a good shot to take, never ending, never in the moment with it all, always looking. Decades for me without the camera and just taking it all in being in the moment with it all had me wondering if this guy was mad or insane or something. What a difference. Thankyou for your videos, i really like your happy nature.
G'day mate, I've never met you, but i have watched a large number of your videos over the past 12 months. As a RUclips creator to another RUclips creator, i get exactly where you are coming from. I wish you all the very best as to where your next chapter takes you. If you ever come down to the Victorian High Country, it would be great to hook up with a few beers around a high country camp fire. All the best. Cheers Batesy.
Good for you, I've loved and appreciated your honesty and glad you're staying true to yourself! Enjoy what ever you do and thank you for this last year, I wish you all the very best
I started watching you back in June of 2019 as i was looking for solar panels to charge up a power block. I watched a couple of your videos and I was hooked. I binge watched all of your videos and showed them to my grand kids. I told them to enjoy life and "Seek Adventure" and travel and experience everything they can in life. I wish I could have traveled and camped and saw the sights as you have. THANK YOU for the videos and the time it took to make them, they are much appreciated. Hope to see you again from time to time.
Brendon Munn it’s really amazing how a young man as he is can inspire a middle aged guy like me. I used to be in the USMC for 6.5 years, been all over the world and am a combat vet. I have definitely had my own adventures. Watching Michael doing his thing with his friends and family and on his own added to my motivation to break away from my daily grind and enjoy the simple things in life and have fun with my kids and grand kids. His videos are helpful and informative for anyone who wants to seek adventure and brings new ideas.
Thanks for the incredible videos, RUclips is loosing one of its finest... Even this video you made your point so well, im not even mad. Enjoy life and keep seeking adventure..🙂
For a beginner only just watching your videos, I say keep the passion alive and video for fun and not for a business!! Am looking forward to more videos... hopefully
Enjoyed your vids and the content, learnt a lot on vehicle recovery whilst taking in the WA scenery, and I can totally understand your decision, have a good life.
Thanks Michael. We’ve loved watching your videos, always excited when a knew one was uploaded. They have been inspiring and entertaining. We will miss them a lot, but totally understand why you are stopping them. Safe travels buddy 👍
Just startered watching your vids thought finally found someone who loves what he does and not all about plugging companies was so refreshing now your finishing up lol
hey man i just wanted to say thanks a lot youve really helped me out getting started in offroading and camping. some of the best advice ive come across. also have always loved your attitude. enjoy!
Thanks for everything, the Education, tips and tricks, the views and for the uplifting themes. It’s what the world needs right now. It’s great to see someone with a genuine smile all the time.
Michael, I only stumbled across your channel a few weeks ago and I've been hammering watching all of your videos in order since then. I seen this video pop up in my feed over that time and to be honest, I've been dreading it, as I knew that your videos were obviously coming to an end. You've been an inspiration to watch and can get anyone even thinking about camping or 4 wheel driving into a die hard fan and desperate to get out there. Even my 6 year old daughter regularly wants to watch your videos and now has a passion for camping, all thanks to you. Thank you for all your great videos and I hope in the time since making these and in the pandemic you've managed to still continue doing what you love. Hopefully, from time to time you might come back and give us some updates. Thank you also for the great tips and tricks along the way.
YES! You know, what truly matters! Happy new year and keep enjoying life the way you're passionate about, and always be true to yourself! Thanks for all what you've shared with us, even if this might be the last adventure. But since videoing is another passion of yours, I'm pretty sure, we'll get to see some little video once in a while. 💕
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE INSPIRATION AND YOUR ENERtGY! Like everyone else I selfishly hope that you just reduce content and don't disappear altogether, but whatever you do.. STAY AWESOME! I would love to see you as our state tourism ambassador!
I have been binging your videos for the last few months, definately one of my favorite channels. Watched this video now and realised that its more than a year old. Damn! I just want tp thank you for the videos, my family and I are immigrating to WA in Jan, your videos gave me comfort as we have a passion for the outdoors, to be honest you got me extremely excited about the move. As there are external issues pushing us out of our home country, not that we want to go, but now we are ready to go. A big thank you!
Just watched one of your videos and absolutely loved your personality and the fact that you always have a smile on your face! I decided to watch your most recent video to be saddened by finding out you quit, while you showed the highlights of your channel it felt like I was there from the beginning. I hope you enjoy to continue exploring the outdoors without worrying about recording, I'll miss you buddy
I’ve recently discovered this channel, and have fallen in love with it. Thank you for everything you all have done. I’ve learned a lot about what I want to do, with the help of your content. As a photographer, I understand that you need to capture things for yourself, and just enjoy the moment without all the distractions/worries. Hello, and see you soon, from the U.S. 🤘🏼
I came across your channel at the start of the year when I was looking for touring kitchen set ups for the camp trailer I built and I’ve been watching ever since. You’ve always been informative and entertaining which is hard to do at the same time. I’m going to miss having new content but I’m glad your going off to Seek Adventure 👍🏻
Just found your channel randomly through suggested vids (the tow hitch bag was the one lol) and I'm a fan of your video and analysis style. Totally understand your reasoning for changing the focus of your life back to the way it was. Thanks for sharing your love of life with us.
Found this channel via RUclips recommendations after getting my Toyota Tacoma and searching some other camping and 4x4 stuff. This channel is certainly one of the most entertaining and informative for these topics. Thanks for all the great videos.
Thank you Michael. I have followed you since the early days and you've been a big inspiration for me to plan and get ready for an up and coming big adventure of mine that I've always wanted to do. After a traumatic workplace accident in early 2017 I've spent a lot of time watching RUclips, with your channel always being there and watched as soon as possible. I wish you luck and joy in whatever you do. You set out to inspire people to push their limits, so take comfort in knowing you've succeeded. Thank you, and those around you. Good work mate. Seek Adventure !
Throughly enjoyed your channel. It’s helped open a broader view of the awesome Australia we live in. Most of all I appreciated the effort you put in to make this a preferred channel to visit, and the learning you shared helped me and other members of my family to learn important stuff, select good gear based on a voice we trust and products you tested. Your regular face on RUclips will be missed. Wishing you every success for the future. Personally and selfishly I’ll keep my fingers crossed that every once in awhile you get a hankering to publish another adventure that we all get to share with you. Thanks for your contributions!!!
Thanks so much for all of the amazing videos , tips and for taking all of us along with you for the ride. Ive only just recently discovered your channel and its fabulous. Your very kind and humble. Enjoy your own adventures, rejuvenate your soul and reignite your passion . All the best , and Thankyou :)
Massive respect to you buddy. I see all the viewers think very highly of you, myself included ! I'll be seeking adventure next week in the desert with my 4x4.
Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers. I still rewatch your content because it brings back such great memories of WA. Wish you all the best in your current and future endeavors.
Brilliant footage ... A great finish ... Special to see a man of integrity and wisdom! Enjoy your continued adventures! Thanks for your contribution in helping us to enjoy the great outdoors.
WOW, What a way to go out. Only found your channel a week ago, have binged all the episodes. I am happy and sad at the same time. Happy for you. Sad for me, love what you had built here, well done. Enjoy seeking your next adventure Michael!!! Thanks for the memories
Hi Guys, For all of you that are concerned about Meischa and Michael still being friends. We were on our way to the Fatboy Slim concert today (02-02-2020) and we saw Michael and Meischa leaving Little Cs Restaurant in Hillarys and they were having a ball. So we thank you for your great channel and all the sound advice and enthusiasm you have shown. Enjoy your future adventures PS My dad has just brought a BT50 because of your adventures. On the off chance you read this he wants me to ask you what tyres you recommend for beach sand in WA?....Eat well travel often and stay safe.
Enjoyed what you shared, Michael. Thanks a bunch. My personal hope is to someday see you as part of a fun group doing what you have been doing, so all the work doesn't fall on so few shoulders. Happy new Year and all the best, Michael, to you and yours as you... SEEK ADVENTURE!!!
Hey thanks for all those awesome video adventures and tips and tricks, do's and don'ts It taught me alot, and did get me out to my local State Park to secure my 2020 4 wheel drive permit! I have beep passing away the cold and wet days having fun watching what goes on in Australia in the 4 wheel world, and its been awesome to watch and learn. I totally get what you mean about getting lost in the moment trying to capture the shot, rather than just enjoying it. So cheers Mate, for all that you missed in life making these vids, and congrats for the balls and wisdom in getting the hell out of it and doing what you are really passionate about. What a relief that must be...
Man as a fellow RUclipsr, I can say that sometimes you just need a break. It gets monotonous, becomes a chore and detracts from your fun. Take as long as you need, but you don’t need to end it all.
Thanks for the Inspiration mate, You reminded me Just how good the great outdoors are ! I sold my (replica) Peter Brock No.1 LJ GTR XU1 Torana and bought a 200 series Landcruiser , 2020 the year of Beach and Bush camping and getting in touch with Nature and most Importantly will SEEK ADVENTURE !!! GODSPEED man ;-) ;-)
I've enjoyed every second of your videos and feel really sad we won't be seeing your smiley face as regularly as before. Thank you for all the fun times you have shared with us - all the beautiful places you have shown us - and all the tips you have given us. You are a top bloke and I wish you all the very best for the future. Take care of yourself.
Woooow the way you explained how turning your passion into a job will kill your passion is exactly how I explain it to everyone who asks me why I’ve stopped doing photography and cooking. I turned both of my passions into a job and then I found myself never wanting to do those things anymore. And I put down the camera for the same exact reason. I wasn’t fully present with the camera and I wanted to stop worrying about getting the best shot, and wanted to actually enjoy the places I was at. Nowadays I do what you said you started off doing, and that is taking small clips or photos to capture memories and share them with friends. It’s so cool to hear someone else explain their reasonings for why you chose not to do something you’re good at. Always felt like I was alone with my reasonings of why I’ve stopped my passions. I’m at a point now tho where I want to pick those things back up again and regain those passions. Anyway, I’m so happy I found this channel. Hoping you’re out there getting your passions back and still permanently smiling lol 🙏🏼
I think i speak for a lot of people, Seek Adventure please come back, We miss you mate.
3rd that! Gosh I miss you. Come back, just one video here and there, please!!!
Yeeow his back
@@ixy466 he is it seems!! So happy!
@@ixy466 huh
Dam, never been broken up with on RUclips before
Michael silberstein that’s funny
Kinda sucks doesnt it!
So true. At least he’s walking away on his own terms and never became a sell out and did it all for the right reasons.
And gained 13k more subs in the last 3 days.
It hurts so real!
Thanks for not silently disappearing, and remember: While your passion was going away, you were inspiring it in others. Thank you very much.
So true. Was an awesome time:)
I agree, you definitely gave me wisdom.
I wish you well in your new adventure.
Thank you
Even though your RUclips channel has finished 4 months ago... I still find myself watching episodes again and again.
It was really brilliant watching your show and just your passion being shared with others.
Thanks to you I finally got a 4x4 and now setup a rig for touring Australia.
Thank you for all your passion and efforts providing excellent content.
Bru, I'm here in 2022 watching these vids, and they're still epic!
@@TheOuboet And again in 2023...
We miss you buddy. Back here 3 months later and the feels are still strong. :( Hope you’re ok.
6 months and wishing for a note
Still waiting...... Sad....
Still waiting!!!!
Still waiting
Does anyone know what he went on to do for a job??
My 9 year old son has spent the last 12 months recieving intense chemo for Leukemia, your videos always put a smile on his face and kept his outdoor spirit alive. Thankyou
Good luck 🙏🏽
God willing he recovers and moves on toward a life full of adventures.
I wish your son good recovery
I hope he feels better soon!!!!
God bless and prayers young fella. Stay strong be strong n I hope to see u out there one day soon.
This can't be the end. This has become my favorite channel on RUclips!
theres plenty more, no prob
i am so sad to see it go
Mine too 😶
Too true, I love Seek Adventure's content!
Yeh
Kudos mate, Kudos. You basically chose being a good bloke and friend over money and fame.
Your videos definitely left a mark on thousands of people all over the world, including myself.
Ahhh! I just found your channel too. ☹️ You win the day for being the most smiley guy on RUclips. I wish you fun and adventure.
I still come back here to check if any new uploads every now and then. Thumbs up if you are the same 👍.
Exactly what I just did
+1
What happened to this guy?🤔
Kinda miss his videos
Hahaha me too
You did Russel Coight proud with that into 🤣🤣🤣
@Nate Brindabella fixed
Thank you for everything, you really inspired me to start seeking adventure, we are all going to miss you and your content 👍🏻
Cooper 250 i agree
Trent Harding he really is a legend
I completly agree, thanks for all your time you put into this.
Out of all the major channels I follow, this small channel was actually the most enjoyable to watch!! Spewing it's over but best of luck mate!👍
Have to agree 100%
In fact, all the small channels are so much better than the big channels
Hello Michael,I firstly want to thank you for the many hours of enjoyment that you have given me with all your travels.As a young 63 year old i have relived some of my own adventures of the past through you and has put a little bit of fire again in me so much so that i have gone and bought another 4x4 for future travels.There are a lot of RUclips channels out there but what made yours very special is the sincerity and humor that you have put into it.Your knowledge and advice is second to non and your filming is excellent.I wish i had the patiences that you have, as i know how much work there is in making good content.And i know exactly how you feel about mixing work with passion.So don't feel guilty for retairing and living as in a lurch!!!!!LOL,I wish you all the very best in the future whatever you choose to do and hope to see you around the tracks.
Seek Adventure making a come back Jan 1, 2021?
God knows 2020 has been a year to forget......
What happened to this guy?
He's doing what he knows best. Enjoying the Bush!
Hes back!!!! Put a post up saying new adventure vid on the way. Break out the cans boys, hes back lol.
@@krump743 Might get to see some of Albany.
krump 7 hey Krump, where is the post that he is back?
Mate
Don’t quit
You’re actually just starting to take off!!
I’ll miss your comedy 😭
SAD, finally found someone who natural, honest, humble, loved his country, was one with the outdoors and was able to teach the want to be’s all about the best way to venture and discover this great land. Will deeply miss your in-depth footage, quirky presentations, your friends as the film crew but mostly your genuine love for what you do. Thanks for the adventures and I pray that you get to relax as you “SEEK ADVENTURE”
So Michael, there i was thinking that you were just warming up for things to come. I know what you mean about hobby versus work. I did it with photography when i was young. So what has Seek Adventure meant to me? As an older disabled person i couldn't begin to do the things you've been doing on the channel so it's been a great journey for me. And don't forget you've been a great ambassador for Australia too. What a beautiful, fantastic country. Life is about adapting, improvising, overcoming. So get out there and get on with it, mate. And the best of luck whatever you decide to do. Thanks for sharing all of it. Stay safe. 👍🖖😎🛥⚓🦘🐪🐊🐠🐬
You've informed, entertained, inspired, motivated, ... us with this wonderful channel. The great thing is that new people will come across these videos and you will live on and on virtually still doing for them what you did so well for us. Your channel is a gift that will just keep on giving to an ever-expanding audience. And when I need a refresher and want to see what you did, how you did it, why you did it, ... I'll be coming back again and again to this jewel of a resource even if you never upload another video. Thanks for sharing your gifts.
Thanks for the genuine and honest content - your relatable videos inspired me to finally take the plunge and create my own channel, something I’m sure you’ve done for many others as well. Best of luck for the future and hoping to one day see more videos from you on a casual basis, perhaps. :)
I'm gonna swing the other way on this. While I can certainly understand your reason for leaving, part of me wonders why you wouldnt just cut back and put out less videos and on a scheduled basis. Instead of every outdoor activity being filmed, make it 1/4 and still put out killer content. If it is the end, I appreciate all the videos, were nice to see.
Don't leave your 70k subs down brother, take a breather, stop recording as much and put out scheduled videos. Have fun my friend and I appreciate it it all!
I agree with this sentiment. I can understand that it would become quite stressful to put out a vid each week (especially if you only have the weekend to do it) and that it would become a chore rather than somthing you enjoy doing but the frequency of vids is not why I subbed to this channel, I subbed because I enjoy your style and attitude. I don't care if the vids are once a month or less.
Thank you for all the entertainment and inspiration.
Yep agree. Even just one video per month. Please keep the channel running.
Love that intro btw.
DANG IT.......
I couldn't agree more - Thats a good idea !!!
He is not the first to suffer under a self imposed schedule and get burnt out. I hope he decides to film every 4th or 5th trip and take some pressure off himself.
I disagree. This is his choice and to lose one's passion is a horrible thing and its hard to get it back. He had 72k subs and that's great but there have been people that left youtube with over 2mill subs and to me, that's a much bigger deal than leaving with 72k. He made amazing adventure tutorials and video maybe just leaves it at that and let him be himself. Doing youtube has its benefits and its downfalls and one the biggest downfall is trying to make as much content as possible to get paid and if you look at the top RUclipsrs it's like they have no life outside of youtube cause they constantly need to upload a video every day or 4 times a week..etc So job-wise people might work 5 days a week but as a RUclipsr that is trying to put as much content up as possible to get paid, they work 6 days a week. And think of all the video editing that goes into all Michael's videos he has to do after every video shoot to upload..
I actually bought my first 4wd because of Michael's sense of freedom and adventure. Hopefully he won't just disappear. Cheers mate
Legend has it that he smiled for the last time and I cried!!
Thank you for the the videos mate. Cheers.
4 years later and this channel is still growing. Hope you are doing well Michael :)
Congratulations! You chose to seek adventure, real-life personal relationships and genuine experiences without the sense of obligation to enthrall, educate and entertain an audience.
Thank you for the time, effort and passion you put into this channel. You should be proud of what you created. I just discovered this channel a few days ago and it is a lot of fun to watch. But sometimes quitting *is* the right thing to do. I admire your ability to step away after you realized that being a YT content creator no longer brings you joy.
May your best adventures always be ahead of you!
Man, I've loved every bit of your videos.
Honest, thorough, unbiased and always full of smiles.
Do whatever makes you happy, we will always be waiting for another upload.
👌⛏💰
Seconded
Third!
fourth-ed
Agree. I have enjoyed your videos.
@@wayne6220 5th'd or 6th'd depending on how you count. Great, informative, compelling and enjoyable content. Am in the process of launching my own channel and I learned some things from your channel that will help me with mine - so am doubly grateful.
Sad to see the channel go, but Loved everything you made and I completely understand why your doing it. Thanks for the entertainment over all your videos and go reclaim your passion mate!
Came upon the channel randomly, and love what you do. In an era of everything being hyped up and fake, your channel is real, with no bs, and most importantly of all informative and fun. Go forth and enjoy life! We will miss you.
I only just found your channel this evening...and now I learn you are moving on. I totally understand your reasons - but I feel so sad at the same time! What an amazing, positive and wonderfully balanced human you are - hope you are enjoying your adventures :) You also just inspired me to get myself a stand up paddle board ... so even though you aren't publishing vids anymore you are inspiring adventures.
I really do miss your channel! Thanks for keeping the videos up. Hope you are all doing well.
Michael Housh me too sadly
I discovered your channel in December 2019 and it quickly became my favourite on RUclips.
Thank you for inspiring me and many others to get out and seek adventure!
Your positive attitude and stunning shots are the reason I've spent the past 2 weeks on the road seeing and trying new things.
I hope you rediscover your passion at some point and I know all your followers would really love to hear from you again in the future.
All the very best from myself buddy and thank you 👍
I just discovered it last week, and the first video to come out since was this one. What a bummer!
Huge respect, sir. Thank you for sharing the beauty of your country with someone who will probably never see it except through the kindness of people like you. You live in a nice place and so do I. Canada has a lot of exploring left for me. You helped push me back outside. Thank you for all your hard work. Go enjoy yourself now. I have been retired 12 years now and no one ever wishes they worked more. In the words of my favorite Vulcan, "Live long and prosper."
That is one of the funniest starts to a video I have EVER seen! Looking forward to the new adventures.
I just came here to choose traction boards and now Im left will all the feels.
I understand every word you said about just trying to enjoy the moment instead of losing yourself into "what's next".
I subscribed just to come back and learn more, enjoy the views and happy people all around. I'll finish with a great sentence I've heard once, "May everyday feel like the first time". Take care mate.
It’s like losing a member of my family. We lived vicariously though your videos and made trips we would not have otherwise taken. Will miss you mate. Hope to see you sometime in the future if you decide to post again. ♥️
Well, I just turned on the puter, saw the "Seek adventure" notification, checked all the other stuff out first and then settled down to watch my favourite, SA.
very disappointing indeed.
When I watch your videos, I always analyze, and try to work out how you did this shot and that shot and yes, I can see that there is a huge amount of work involved. Driving past your camera then going back to get it, the drone shots and then the endless hours of editing. You really have done an amazing job with your channel mate, and I so appreciate how much work is involved.
I'm gonna miss it.
But, "A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do", on that note, I can only wish you the very best in whatever you decide to do.
Cheers from Queensland
That's really disappointing.
This is my favorite channel by far.
I wish you well on your adventures .
Thank you for all the hard work and awesome content !
It will be greatly missed .
Thanks for all, you really inspired and helped us to make a 3 months travel around the world this year 2019, and of course in Australia, from Cairns to Melbourne. Thanks mate. Cheers from Mexico and Lithuania.
I've spent about 5 hours today watching random videos of yours. Watching this last video, I can't help but feel super happy for you, not just because you did such a great job making these video's. But it's so nice that you were able to focus on what really matters in this world. You summed it up brilliantly. I really wish you all the very best in the future. I also really hope that you rediscovered your passion for the outdoors and FWDing again. All the best mate!!!
It is refreshing to see honesty in the world of 4x4 filmography. Your videos were inspiring for so many people and I dread having to go back to commercial 4wd commentators. You definitely have the gift for transporting your viewers to try and emulate the adventures that you have tackled. Well done and I hope we see you again.
Thank you Michael, I’m pleased you’re looking after yourself. Thank you for the awesome footage, I’ve enjoyed the level of professional footage you produce.
Although it's sad to see you go, you made perfect sense and I admire your decision. All the video creating pressure has now gone. Time to enjoy yourself and even throw up the occasional video down the track, if you feel like it and choose to do so. Thanks for all your hard work and classy video creations. You seem like one very nice guy.
Has more effort ever gone into a quitting RUclips vid? 👍👏
Hi. Totally get what this guy says at the end of the video about not being in the moment because of always looking for the next shot to film. I found this out when i was about the same age as him, that's when i stopped taking a camera out bush with me. 35 years later i team up with a man 10 years older than me to do a overnight hiking and camping adventure. He brings his camera and is always looking for a good shot to take, never ending, never in the moment with it all, always looking. Decades for me without the camera and just taking it all in being in the moment with it all had me wondering if this guy was mad or insane or something. What a difference. Thankyou for your videos, i really like your happy nature.
In the end, the pictures only serve for us to remember. Once we pass, a few will go through them all, then eventually forgotten. Live in the moment.
G'day mate,
I've never met you, but i have watched a large number of your videos over the past 12 months.
As a RUclips creator to another RUclips creator, i get exactly where you are coming from.
I wish you all the very best as to where your next chapter takes you.
If you ever come down to the Victorian High Country, it would be great to hook up with a few beers around a high country camp fire.
All the best.
Cheers Batesy.
Good for you, I've loved and appreciated your honesty and glad you're staying true to yourself! Enjoy what ever you do and thank you for this last year, I wish you all the very best
I started watching you back in June of 2019 as i was looking for solar panels to charge up a power block. I watched a couple of your videos and I was hooked. I binge watched all of your videos and showed them to my grand kids. I told them to enjoy life and "Seek Adventure" and travel and experience everything they can in life. I wish I could have traveled and camped and saw the sights as you have. THANK YOU for the videos and the time it took to make them, they are much appreciated. Hope to see you again from time to time.
Jay0321 that’s how I found his videos.
Brendon Munn it’s really amazing how a young man as he is can inspire a middle aged guy like me. I used to be in the USMC for 6.5 years, been all over the world and am a combat vet. I have definitely had my own adventures. Watching Michael doing his thing with his friends and family and on his own added to my motivation to break away from my daily grind and enjoy the simple things in life and have fun with my kids and grand kids. His videos are helpful and informative for anyone who wants to seek adventure and brings new ideas.
Thanks for the incredible videos, RUclips is loosing one of its finest... Even this video you made your point so well, im not even mad. Enjoy life and keep seeking adventure..🙂
For a beginner only just watching your videos, I say keep the passion alive and video for fun and not for a business!! Am looking forward to more videos... hopefully
1 year since this sad day, glad this showed up in my recommended.
Enjoyed your vids and the content, learnt a lot on vehicle recovery
whilst taking in the WA scenery, and I can totally understand your decision,
have a good life.
Thanks Michael. We’ve loved watching your videos, always excited when a knew one was uploaded. They have been inspiring and entertaining. We will miss them a lot, but totally understand why you are stopping them. Safe travels buddy 👍
Wow, I didn't expect that.
Sorry to see you go mate, great vids each and every time.
I am sure everyone on here will miss seeing your content.
Just startered watching your vids thought finally found someone who loves what he does and not all about plugging companies was so refreshing now your finishing up lol
Same with me. Watched one vid, loved it, subscribed, then found this vid straight after... 😂
Same
Bumped into him out hiking today 😁 wtf. I loved ya vids mate. Thanks for your honesty. Ya gota do you brother good luck in ya ways
hey man i just wanted to say thanks a lot youve really helped me out getting started in offroading and camping. some of the best advice ive come across. also have always loved your attitude.
enjoy!
Thanks for the great content, and I appreciate the work behind the scenes.
Good luck in your future endeavours.
Rockingham WA
Great decision man! Seek adventure! May you have the best year yet!
Happy 2020 :)
Thanks for everything, the Education, tips and tricks, the views and for the uplifting themes. It’s what the world needs right now. It’s great to see someone with a genuine smile all the time.
Michael, I only stumbled across your channel a few weeks ago and I've been hammering watching all of your videos in order since then. I seen this video pop up in my feed over that time and to be honest, I've been dreading it, as I knew that your videos were obviously coming to an end. You've been an inspiration to watch and can get anyone even thinking about camping or 4 wheel driving into a die hard fan and desperate to get out there. Even my 6 year old daughter regularly wants to watch your videos and now has a passion for camping, all thanks to you. Thank you for all your great videos and I hope in the time since making these and in the pandemic you've managed to still continue doing what you love. Hopefully, from time to time you might come back and give us some updates. Thank you also for the great tips and tricks along the way.
YES! You know, what truly matters! Happy new year and keep enjoying life the way you're passionate about, and always be true to yourself!
Thanks for all what you've shared with us, even if this might be the last adventure. But since videoing is another passion of yours, I'm pretty sure, we'll get to see some little video once in a while.
💕
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE INSPIRATION AND YOUR ENERtGY! Like everyone else I selfishly hope that you just reduce content and don't disappear altogether, but whatever you do.. STAY AWESOME! I would love to see you as our state tourism ambassador!
Well best of luck in all your endeavors! Life is short, live it to the fullest!
I have been binging your videos for the last few months, definately one of my favorite channels. Watched this video now and realised that its more than a year old. Damn! I just want tp thank you for the videos, my family and I are immigrating to WA in Jan, your videos gave me comfort as we have a passion for the outdoors, to be honest you got me extremely excited about the move. As there are external issues pushing us out of our home country, not that we want to go, but now we are ready to go. A big thank you!
Just watched one of your videos and absolutely loved your personality and the fact that you always have a smile on your face! I decided to watch your most recent video to be saddened by finding out you quit, while you showed the highlights of your channel it felt like I was there from the beginning. I hope you enjoy to continue exploring the outdoors without worrying about recording, I'll miss you buddy
I’ve recently discovered this channel, and have fallen in love with it. Thank you for everything you all have done. I’ve learned a lot about what I want to do, with the help of your content. As a photographer, I understand that you need to capture things for yourself, and just enjoy the moment without all the distractions/worries. Hello, and see you soon, from the U.S. 🤘🏼
Take care Michael, you made us Aussies proud with your genuine heart. I'm sure we'll all be here to welcome you back when the time is right :)
I came across your channel at the start of the year when I was looking for touring kitchen set ups for the camp trailer I built and I’ve been watching ever since. You’ve always been informative and entertaining which is hard to do at the same time. I’m going to miss having new content but I’m glad your going off to Seek Adventure 👍🏻
Just found your channel randomly through suggested vids (the tow hitch bag was the one lol) and I'm a fan of your video and analysis style. Totally understand your reasoning for changing the focus of your life back to the way it was. Thanks for sharing your love of life with us.
Found this channel via RUclips recommendations after getting my Toyota Tacoma and searching some other camping and 4x4 stuff. This channel is certainly one of the most entertaining and informative for these topics. Thanks for all the great videos.
The classic Coight part was priceless haha
Thanks for everything man and best of luck in the future 🥳 🍻
Thank you Michael. I have followed you since the early days and you've been a big inspiration for me to plan and get ready for an up and coming big adventure of mine that I've always wanted to do. After a traumatic workplace accident in early 2017 I've spent a lot of time watching RUclips, with your channel always being there and watched as soon as possible. I wish you luck and joy in whatever you do. You set out to inspire people to push their limits, so take comfort in knowing you've succeeded. Thank you, and those around you.
Good work mate.
Seek Adventure !
Thanks for all the vids mate.
“So long and thanks for all the fish”
42.
Throughly enjoyed your channel.
It’s helped open a broader view of the awesome Australia we live in.
Most of all I appreciated the effort you put in to make this a preferred channel to visit, and the learning you shared helped me and other members of my family to learn important stuff, select good gear based on a voice we trust and products you tested.
Your regular face on RUclips will be missed. Wishing you every success for the future. Personally and selfishly I’ll keep my fingers crossed that every once in awhile you get a hankering to publish another adventure that we all get to share with you.
Thanks for your contributions!!!
Thanks so much for all of the amazing videos , tips and for taking all of us along with you for the ride.
Ive only just recently discovered your channel and its fabulous.
Your very kind and humble.
Enjoy your own adventures, rejuvenate your soul and reignite your passion .
All the best , and Thankyou :)
Your work is very inspiring. it keeps me motivate to get out and "seek adventure".
Happy 2020 to you!
Oh, I feel like I discovered a long gone civilization. I only found this channel last week, and have been obsessed. Can’t believe it’s already over.
I've only just found you 2 weeks ago. Going to watch the rest of your channel mate. All the best
Because of your videos I am going driving on the beach for the first time. Thank you so much I have learnt alot from your videos mate. Best of luck.
Really mate. Such a joy to watch someone from Perth where I am from. Please come back mate.
totally loved and learnt heaps from your videos mate, awesome job
Many thanks for the videos Michael. Totally appreciate what you are doing. Good luck and hope we see you back occasionally.
Loved your channel thank you for sharing, all the very best “off” camera seeking adventure !!
Massive respect to you buddy. I see all the viewers think very highly of you, myself included ! I'll be seeking adventure next week in the desert with my 4x4.
Congratulations on 100,000 subscribers. I still rewatch your content because it brings back such great memories of WA. Wish you all the best in your current and future endeavors.
Thanks for all the vid's Michael, really enjoyed them. I guess now I can binge watch them all again :) - Peter V.
Awesome finale mate!
Hopefully you do continue to produce a few more adventure vids mate
Leaving with class, like a true gentleman. 👍
Brilliant footage ... A great finish ... Special to see a man of integrity and wisdom! Enjoy your continued adventures! Thanks for your contribution in helping us to enjoy the great outdoors.
WOW, What a way to go out. Only found your channel a week ago, have binged all the episodes.
I am happy and sad at the same time. Happy for you. Sad for me, love what you had built here, well done. Enjoy seeking your next adventure Michael!!!
Thanks for the memories
Just when i learned your vlog’s existence...hopeful you’ll be back!
Fr the philippines!
Just a simple and sincere …. THANKYOU … :-)
Hi Guys,
For all of you that are concerned about Meischa and Michael still being friends.
We were on our way to the Fatboy Slim concert today (02-02-2020) and we saw Michael and Meischa leaving Little Cs Restaurant in Hillarys and they were having a ball. So we thank you for your great channel and all the sound advice and enthusiasm you have shown. Enjoy your future adventures
PS My dad has just brought a BT50 because of your adventures. On the off chance you read this he wants me to ask you what tyres you recommend for beach sand in WA?....Eat well travel often and stay safe.
Enjoyed what you shared, Michael. Thanks a bunch.
My personal hope is to someday see you as part of a fun group doing what you have been doing, so all the work doesn't fall on so few shoulders.
Happy new Year and all the best, Michael, to you and yours as you... SEEK ADVENTURE!!!
Hey thanks for all those awesome video adventures and tips and tricks, do's and don'ts It taught me alot, and did get me out to my local State Park to secure my 2020 4 wheel drive permit! I have beep passing away the cold and wet days having fun watching what goes on in Australia in the 4 wheel world, and its been awesome to watch and learn.
I totally get what you mean about getting lost in the moment trying to capture the shot, rather than just enjoying it. So cheers Mate, for all that you missed in life making these vids, and congrats for the balls and wisdom in getting the hell out of it and doing what you are really passionate about. What a relief that must be...
Man as a fellow RUclipsr, I can say that sometimes you just need a break. It gets monotonous, becomes a chore and detracts from your fun. Take as long as you need, but you don’t need to end it all.
Thanks for the Inspiration mate, You reminded me Just how good the great outdoors are ! I sold my (replica) Peter Brock No.1 LJ GTR XU1 Torana and bought a 200 series Landcruiser , 2020 the year of Beach and Bush camping and getting in touch with Nature and most Importantly will SEEK ADVENTURE !!! GODSPEED man ;-) ;-)
what you get for the torry? enough to buy a 200?
@@thebob3712 LJ is in my videos ;-) and yes enough, profile pic is the 200 ;-)
Sold my fast cars in my 20s, built a pretty wild Sierra of all things and never looked back!
@@ToiletduckX I would love one of Dick Johnson's special builds lol.. ;-)
So, it seems you may have actually learned more than you taught. Can’t put a price on that. Now you can get back to really Seek(ing) Adventure!
I've enjoyed every second of your videos and feel really sad we won't be seeing your smiley face as regularly as before. Thank you for all the fun times you have shared with us - all the beautiful places you have shown us - and all the tips you have given us. You are a top bloke and I wish you all the very best for the future. Take care of yourself.
Woooow the way you explained how turning your passion into a job will kill your passion is exactly how I explain it to everyone who asks me why I’ve stopped doing photography and cooking. I turned both of my passions into a job and then I found myself never wanting to do those things anymore. And I put down the camera for the same exact reason. I wasn’t fully present with the camera and I wanted to stop worrying about getting the best shot, and wanted to actually enjoy the places I was at. Nowadays I do what you said you started off doing, and that is taking small clips or photos to capture memories and share them with friends. It’s so cool to hear someone else explain their reasonings for why you chose not to do something you’re good at. Always felt like I was alone with my reasonings of why I’ve stopped my passions. I’m at a point now tho where I want to pick those things back up again and regain those passions.
Anyway, I’m so happy I found this channel. Hoping you’re out there getting your passions back and still permanently smiling lol 🙏🏼