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
Even though your RU-vid 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.
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.
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. ♥️
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.
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. 👍🖖😎🛥⚓🦘🐪🐊🐠🐬
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 RU-vid 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.
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!
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”
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 RU-vidrs 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 RU-vidr 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..
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. :)
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.
I discovered your channel in December 2019 and it quickly became my favourite on RU-vid. 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 👍
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'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!!!
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
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!
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 .
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
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 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.
Thanks for the incredible videos, RU-vid 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..🙂
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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 RU-vid, 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 !
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!
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!
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. 💕
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 👍
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.
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.
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 👍🏻
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
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. 🤘🏼
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.
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.
I only just found this awesome channel to find out it has ended. Watching this felt like I was at a funeral and seeing all the great times and great things the person done before the death of the channel. I fully understand why you stopped but you love making films and camping so how about even 1 video every 6 months. Then you get filming and camping but also get to camp and have fun without filming. Come on mate your 5he best offroad channel there is.
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 RU-vid creator to another RU-vid 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.
Micheal thanks for the great videos, I’m no way near as big as you on RU-vid and posting once a week making good content doing things you love, you really do lose that real passion you once had because your worries about making that amazing video for people to watch so I definitely do know where your coming from! I know a lot of you tubers that post a video once month maybe this could be something you could think about as you have this community of people that not only love watching you seek adventure but actually watching you as a person and loving hearing your opinion on everything you do! Sad to see you go but thanks for a great 2019! Happy new year!! 👌🏽
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
Crazy thought. You now have 70k+ subscribers. Why dont you set up an email address for people to send you videos based on what we learned or were inspired to do because of your videos. And once a week, you post one on your channel with your commentary at the beginning and end. That way, you still keep your channel fresh, you instill some knowledge and wisdom on us, help inspire the masses to seek adventure and maybe even help others get their adventure vids out to the masses. Just a thought. Love you man. I have always love your videos and it inspired a young veteran and father of 3 to keep the adventure going. If not for you, the couch would be my home. Thank you
Antonio, keep the adventure going for those 3, they will love you for it and one day they will do their own adventures using the passion and knowledge they learn from you. And thank you for your service. I like your idea, I had a similar one which is that Michael kinda has a rough format and of us who get out there and are willing to film could keep referring back to the Seek Adventure motto to keep it alive and keep folks discovering Michael's great content over time.
Going to miss your video's mate. You're the genuine article! Inspirational, knowledgable, capable, skilled - all while being respectful, likeable, gentle, humble, and pleasantly clean. I'm 55 years old and I have NEVER heard anyone respond to the vision of their 4b rolling away with "Dang it!". I totally understand your reason for moving on so I'll thank you for the enjoyment and education you've given me and I'll hope to meet you on the track one fine day. I'll make sure there's a beer in the fridge or a coffee on the boil for you. All the best! PS: get yourself a partner and have some kids - Australia needs more of you! Imagine the fun they'd have growing up with you at the wheel!
Thanks Michael for everything your subscribers are very supportive of you. We respect your decision for quitting youtube, 93k views, 93k Subs (As Of 5/09/20).
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 ;-) ;-)
Found this channel via RU-vid 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.
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.
Well this is a sad day 😕 it was an extremely good show and I thoroughly enjoyed watching it , you made it a lot more relatable. All the best mate, You never know I might run into you one-day.
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!
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.
jrizzleist I just had a bit of a "Seek Adventure" session and boy, I'm sure gonna miss these vids. But as you say, I'm going to hold out hope that he will be back, someday. As for getting a permanent job, he would be a shoo in in a managerial position in any of the big camping stores, in my opinion.
Aw man! Just found this channel & he's already pulled up stumps. That's a shame for me, but good for you, champ! Side note, how spoiled are we in this country? Wonderful to see the montage of some of the glorious scenery our land has to offer. Thanks for sharing that with us.
Someone wipe my memory so I can go back and rediscover this channel all over again, please. This was, without a doubt, the most genuine and happy place on the Internet. Love you man!
