HOW I REALLY FEEL ABOUT MOVING TO MONTANA... 

Finally a video where someone my age ACTUALLY sits down and honestly talks about how it’s like living in Montana.

So glad you get us. Welcome to Montana!

I love your enthusiasm and passion! I've lived in 15 different states but Montana has always seemed like where I could be happy.

lived there for 3 years..and I am coming back..no place compares to Montana

Thank you for your time making this video. I live in N.C. In the country and look forward to spending time there I love the wildlife and the country. Can’t wait to get there in the mere future

Love the video... I love montana 2 I've been going 2 Missoula montana for the past 4 yrs & montana is so Beautiful & incredible your right about that

Born in Wisconsin, raised in Missoula, MT. Things are definitely calmer, time is slower, and so much more laid back. The people there want it to be that way. Welcome. I wish we could move back. Montana is good for mental health.

I am an old man who has always done what he wanted, working 16-20 hours a day and loving every minute of it. My wife and I managed to hold double careers for the entire of our 51 years together. She in Special Education, me in Vocational Rehabilitation, WE IN HORSE BRÈEDING/SHOWING, PERFORMANCE. In the woods of North Florida we carved out a place for a house, barn, fence, multiple deep wells and quickly clearing acres of dense pines and woods and taking our retirement money to do it. We did not wait to retire to have our dream. Now I'm retired and playing with my chickens 🐔.. all that was EVER missing from our dream was MONTANA! Sadly I am not able to deal with snow at my age. We did get a ranch sitter on our 40th anniversary to allow us to go out to Colorado, the Sangre de Cristo mountains, to ride, chase cows, sleep on the ground and cook in a pit for 10 days. The snow was just melting, the wind was Cr a zy fast, the wildlife always showed up at the most inopportune times on the steepest slopes with the narrowest trails so i got a lesson in reality . In my mind I'm going to MONTANA but only in my next life. I'll have to live it vicariously thru YOU! Love your videos too much! Your early midlife videos are 50 years too late for us. I'll have to watch your RU-vid videos and imagine what it would be like without my walker and canes. Thanks Redhorse702@gmail.com

I love this video so much, I found it by looking into moving to Montana. I also wanted to suggest looking into flotation therapy for your PTSD journey, it can be life changing and I know there are places that offer it in Bozeman!

I live in Va, lived in Nc for a bit...I was thinking about moving there too so thanks for the upload its nice to hear an opinion from someone who comes from an area I do too.

I was pretty surprised to hear you guys were moving from Charlotte. I stumbled across this video because I was researching different things about Bozeman, Billings, Kalispell, and Missoula. I'm an army veteran moving to MT from Charlotte for similar reasons, and also because I'm trying to get on with the Montana Conservation Corps and some of those are their home base cities. After getting out of the military, moving from Fayetteville to Charlotte, and trying out different things I realized that I needed a change. It's very motivating to hear that you all have found a good life out there. Hopefully my pup and I can do the same.

I'm a Floridian presently living in Spain. Just purchased 40+ acres close to Helena and planning my return to build a offgrid homestead with my boys. I was just there last month to get a feel for the area and the people were absolutely freindly helpful. I understand why locals speak so highly of the state and also why they don't want people coming there trying to change things ect..I'm moving there for the lifestyle and nature and freindly people. I've lived in many places including Maine so I know what cold weather is like. Excited to leave Spain and get back on American soil. Great video!

Awesome! We are moving to Helena in a few months. Looking forward to it!

I’m so glad this video appeared! I’m looking at townhomes/condos in Bozeman right now and am hoping to move in the beginning of 2022. I love the way how you describe how peaceful it is - I feel the same. 💗 Thanks so much for sharing! 🥰

Thanks for the reminders of why this state is great! As far as moose goes, try the Boulder River area just south of Big Timber - it's not that far away from where you're at.

We are literally packing today and tomorrow for our move to Montana this Sunday. I’m excited and nervous at the same time. I will for sure take a look at your other videos:)

awesome video, truly informative and eye-opening, watching all the way from Puerto Rico :)

I'm trying to find a job out there working with horses and a place to live. I'll be moving from Clover, SC, like 30 minutes from Charlotte. I'm so glad to see someone else make this trip from my way! Thank you for this video, it definitely encourages my move!

Just came across your video. I’m in Durham NC. My husband & I are visiting Bozeman next month. Can’t wait to rock climb & hike while we are there!

I've been watching videos of Montana since last night. So beautiful! I would happily move up there. Greetings from Mexico

You should do a video about the weather and how you made it through the winter come next spring. The trials and tribulations of a Montana winter. I think your reflections would be incredible. Oh and don't worry about getting to the store for bread and milk when it snows.

I was just telling my mom how I want to move to Montana and I forgot about this video being my inspiration but I just found it again and remember you! This video made an impact on me. I’m from the east coast too. I’m ready for a big change. I just checked out the rest of your channel and we have other things in common too. I’m a Christian and I have PTSD & I’ve been in recovery for a couple years now. If I ever make it to MT I’d love to meet you! 😂😊 my only concern is what I would do for work out there!

Thank you iam researching Montana one of my choices iam currently in Ms .as an child i also live in st.paul mn.keep uploading sister.

I moved here from TN, been here for 3 years and it is everything Larsens says it is. so amazing.

Just moved here too! You are 110% right! You just have to come here for yourself to experience what you're talking about.

I love the reasons you give!! good to hear some positive stuff about the state. I myself live in Atlanta, GA, and I'm applying to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and they have two ports in Montana I've been looking into. they are on the US/Canadian border though. (Sweetgrass top left of MT and Raymond TOP Right I believe) I hear the cost of living is really nice compared to bigger cities like Atlanta and LA, NYC. I hope you make more videos about Montana.

Hi. While I'm not a fan of winter (Toronto, Canada most of my life), I am such a big fan of peaceful, close to nature, quiet living. So much so that I'd consider changing countries and move to Montana - once I am in reasonable financial shape. I'm admittedly nervous about winter driving, but I'll get that sorted out some how. Have a blessed day. I'm happy for you having found your home base of tranquility and joy. 🙏🏽

Cool. Glad you guys are enjoying Montana. I was planning on moving up there this spiring…not sure where though

Great video and your commentary is spot on! I live in Hot Springs, Montana. I arrived in Montana on April 1, 2017, and am still in awe of the never ending panorama of natural wonders. I empathize with you about your feelings in regards to the scenic beauty, the peace and serenity imbued in Big Sky country and the warmth and affability of the locals. My sister is interested in moving here and I sent her a link to this video. I pray you and your family continue to thrive in this most beautiful of states. I hope you visit Glacier NP soon. It is Montana on steroids. The best time is a week or two before the fourth of July. It is less crowded, warm, green and all the waterfalls are still flowing with the winter runoff. You are also fortunate enough to live just a few hours from Yellowstone NP, as well! Bozeman is awesome...although a bit nippy in the winter.

I go to Bozeman Montana every summer and I love it so much, the people there are so nice and it’s so pretty!

I live in Greece but I want to move to Treasure State so much... All the nature, the mountains are just beautiful.

Been to Montana and fell in love with it . Will go back to visit again.

Larsen, welcome. I am a native to Montana and live here in Bozeman. I am a die hard Montana Girl and have to tell you I loved watching this. Your eyes to the state remind me how fortunate I have been to have Montana as my life. Glad she has embraced you! A great reminder pf how some of us take it for granted. I could never live in a place where there was constant conversation of with travel route to take lol

Hey, thanks so much. Very informative.

GIRL. This is about to be me, my bf, and kitty coming from CLT as well! And wow I needed to watch this!!!! You're so right, Crowder's Mountain and Boone/Asheville don't even compare to the MT mountain ranges! AND PREACH on the Charlotte corporate culture! I'm so ready to break free and breathe for once! Thanks for such a soulful video :)

Just don't change it to where you came from. Those lovely deer go into our freezers to feed us so that we can afford to live here. Montana is still very much a subsistance culture outside of Bozeman and Missoula and that is one reason it is different.

I have lived in Montana 55 years .Welcome.

Thanks for answering me from Florida thanks again

That is so beautiful! I live in Michigan so it’s a pretty flat state lol. I need to make my way to central/west US.

I feel so happy for her 🥰💕

Went elk hunting in Bob Marshall Wilderness. Locals all had camper in yard. I asked,"You live in some of best hunting around,why need a camper. "....They answered,"On weekend we like to getaway from it all!"

I have lived in Maine my whole life and want to head there! It's so pretty in Maine and slow paced and gorgeous, this seems like the right idea.

ive lived in montana all my life and so did my mom and so did my grandma and so did my great grandma

You seem so sweet. I would love to visit and/or move to Montana. I moved from New Jersey to Arizona back in July and I do like it so much more but I do feel like something is missing. I think it’s the nature that I’m craving and the four seasons. I love the mountains and I feel the most peaceful there.

Thanks for great Video.

I also live in Nc. And i love it. I understand you were in Charlotte though I'm in much more of a rural area so I love it.

Ayyye also from Charlotte. Played Far Cry 5 and thought, yup... that's where I'm headin 😆

Definitely moving back after the service

The views of this video are incredibly high! I wonder how many of the 30k viewers moved to Montana after all! The deer are so great until you cross one on a dark Interstate ...or see a dead grizzly that was hit by a semi racing across the state. also the snow is so fun until your facing -15 and a 3 foot snow fall from the night before and can’t get to work the next morning.

Thank you so much for this video, I would love to ask you a few questions.

I’m leaving Pennsylvania, wow, I’m excited, I drive trucks and I hate the city so bad, crime, welfare, I’m out in 6 months, the video was awesome, you seem like a good person thank you.

You made me cry because of the peace

your emotion describes very accurately what those of us who have been there can only feel. it is very hard to explain to those who haven't. thank you for showing the emotion. cant wait to be there soon.

U GO GIRL !! :)

Im your 500th subscription

I agree don't come and change it come and enjoy it

I wanna move somewhere where I can own some cheap land and build a tiny house. Considering western montana though. Whitefish or some small town near it. Is it hard getting used to having to drive so far to get to places, even the grocery store? Are the winters tough? are you preparing for the HARSH winters with supplies in your car or house in case you get stuck in a blizzard for a few days? Learning to deal with the winter, as I grew up in Southern Califorina, is my biggest fear.

Major rock climbing around Bozeman too. And winter ice climbing if you have a death wish!

I've been there twice but had tons of friends in college who grew up there. SAD (seasonal Affective Disorder) is actually a big issue up there due to short daylight hours in the winter. Also, the wind is supposed to be horrible in the winter, from what I am told....

I retire from active duty in a year and half. Montana is in my top 3 places to retire. Wyoming and Montana are the top 2 so far. I’m from Texas, but enjoy mountains and lower humidity! Southeast Texas was brutal for 18 years of my life lol

Montana is gorgeous but we had to move away because DANG the cost of living is soooo high its outrageous and the jobs pay like crap. So wish I could afford to live there though, definitely my favorite state ❤

Hi Larsen I just turned 20 years old living in Alabama. I just went through my first break up and I don’t really feel happy where I live. I thought about wanting a fresh start when I turn 21 next year by moving out of my parents house and starting a new life by myself in a new state. I really believe that I want to move to Montana next year because I’ve always thought about living in the northwestern states like Alaska Montana Idaho all those states. I got a good amount of money that I’m saving right now. And I’m working on self improving my body by exercising and healthy eating. The only thing I’m worried about is the smaller population there. I’m nervous about moving there by myself and not being able to make friends and eventually finding love again even if I’m nice to people. It sounds a little dumb but it’s the one thing that actually pops up in my head a lot.

I Love This State!

Next floor in the skyscraper? Pretty much describes every big city. Be it Seattle, San Francisco, San Diego, Portland, New York City et al.. I've been to your neck of the woods where you moved from a few times and it's not much different. Minus the Grizzlies and moose

Sorry if I missed it but how was the winter? I hear it can get very challenging.

Hi Larsen - New Subscriber!!! I love Montana! However, I live near Seattle! Which, I Love!! Too!

New here, so forgive me if youve addressed this in a previous video...how are you handling the separation from your family on the east coast?

Hi Larsen, first time watching your video's. Boseman Ive heard has alot of california's living in it so they have most amenities Im assuming. So if you live around the outskirts I wonder if they have decent internet and decent cell service? Also Amazon Prime is very important:) Internet okay, cell service etc?

Im from Montana. good move on your part!! Bozeman is a great place to live, Buy as quick as you can, the prices double every year!!

Wow! I absolutely LOVE your video!!! I've been considering moving to Montana from California these last couple years. I work on a ranch by the ocean. I thrive to be a land owner someday or live on a big piece of property with my family. Growing up in California in a rich community is rough. When your family was just getting by with not much to leave me once I was old enough to move out. And I was an only child! California has a TON of rude people and I've had it. I like nice people and quiet spaces. Nature makes me happy too. I want my family to grow up in a beautiful land. Where people are respectful and nice. Thank you for sharing! I hope to make the leap and join the Montana community someday! I've been saying I'd like to live there ever since I was a young teen. Cheers!

How did you start off what kind of help can I get to move there as far as a place to stay how did yall start

I currently live in Las Vegas. The city life is becoming miserable. Moving out of state to a more open and less chaotic place is becoming a more and more interesting.

I've lived in Denver my whole life, I love Colorado but man the population here and the people are out of control. I love the simpler life with a view of the mountains and the SNOW!! YES LAWD! We're moving 10/2020

I hope the CA liberals don't ruin MT like they did in Colorado, Kanye is living in Montana, Bloomberg is living in Meeker CO, keep MT Free

Hey Larsen, I love your video and am truly considering moving to Montana but I have to choose a city still. What city do you live in? And btw your cat looks like my kitty, Stella!😻

Im a born and raised city boy(nyc)..ever since im 16 its been my dream to move out to Montana. I'm 25 Never fit in here. Got plans to be out there by age 30.

Moose are found near marsh areas mainly, but be careful if they have calves as you may be perceived as a danger by the mother. I’ve only seen them at Big Hole monument so far

Did you just mention your boyfriend was snowboarding in 60 degree weather!! It sounds like an amazing place to live to get away from city life. I live in Florida and looking on moving to get away from the constant heat and flat scenery. It gets old after a while.

feeding deer and wildlife in general in Mt is unlawful....no matter how tempting try not to...however you can do a lot with how and what you plant to encourage(or discourage) wildlife by providing shelter food and other essentials....glad you are enjoying our wonderful state, hope you viewed the comet a couple weeks ago

I was born and raised in Los Angeles and I am finally sick of it. I’m thinking of moving out there. The only thing that scares me is the winters.

Love Montana...

I’ll definitely visit now

I don't see why people would think you're crazy for living in Montana - I would think they are. Like are they blind? 😂 I currently live in Philadelphia. I've been living there for 5 years now and I am so over it, I never really enjoyed it. I worked pretty much 3-4 years in Center City, took trains, walked everywhere, dealt with crowds, nasty people, etc. I appreciate the experience and the lessons but I need a new environment. I recently took a road trip to Bar Harbor, Maine for the first time and fell in love. There was nature everywhere you looked! You could hear the forest talking, you could smell the fresh air, you could hear your own thoughts, people were happy and nice, lol. I initially wanted to move to either Seattle or Portland, Oregon but seeing how those cities have been behaving lately I have opted out. I don't want to leave one intense city for another. I'm looking at west Montana for nature and quietness but also because it is so close to Canada, Seattle, and Oregon - all places I want to see. I really need a quiet environment for once. Thanks for the video.

Montana is amazingly beautiful 😍

Montana is one of the best states I have ever been to. , I live near Charlotte dont take that BS there

Beautiful beautiful beautful! But please don’t feed the dear. Let them stay wild. When people feed the wildlife, they lose fear of the people and oftentimes end up getting into trouble or hurt. Thanks for the video. I live in Utah and it is very pretty too. But I want to go to Montana to check it out.

It's so lovely hearing your reaction to everything. I'll be moving to Montana with my husband, this summer, and I'm from Washington state and he's from Oregon, so we're both like, "Wait, this is a forest? Why are all the trees so far apart?" 😂 It's a very different kind of wild than I'm used to. Reminds me a bit of Kazakhstan or Mongolia, if anything. Rolling steppe slipping into scrubby mountain forests. I think I'm going to love it.

If you don't mind me asking what do you have PTSD from? My wife has it from a roll over accident she was in before we met.

I lived in Montana all my life

What kind of work do ya'll do?

I’m planning to move to western Montana next year. Got any advice?

Been thinking of moving there too from GA. But I'm seeing a lot of negativity from supposed Montana natives that don't want outsiders moving in. Subscribed to watch your journey and see what happens. Keep'em coming!

Most XCLNT vid ! Cool personality ! No hating from me ! 💯👏👏👏👏

That’s cool

I'm kind of wanting to move to Montana, just afraid of the cold there, 😀lol, coming from LA, Cali.

I don't consider Missoula and Bozeman a part of Montana

I'm living in the UK right now, wanted to move to Montana my whole life

Born and raised in NY, recently moved to NC. Looking for a job in Missoula, MT. Hopefully I get it because I might like it there

I would love to move Montana someday

What part of Montana did you move to and why? Considering a move from Indiana!