VAN LIFE in OUTBACK AUSTRALIA HAS BEGUN (it’s beyond wild!) Ep.1 

Beautifully filmed, scored, narrated and produced. The authenticity, and friendship of this man and his dog is searingly honest. It is a gift shared freely. Everyone should watch it. Thank you Max & Occy!

I have to pause the video and comment. I had tears in my eyes by the time the logo showed up. U have a serious grasp on the art of filmmaking. The music, the shots you set to the music, where and when and who and what. All of it is so inspiring and pierces straight through anything else going on. My thoughts today were chaotic and jumbled as I am frantically up against many major deadlines. And then I hit play here and I was yanked across the globe into a beautiful place, surrounded by awe-inspiring sounds. You have a gift Max, truly. 💞 thank you for continuing to inspire us all

i was treated to a 25mins of a love story between a man, his dog, his van that he built himself and his country ❤️max and occy, i could say that you are my favorite influencer in youtube. honest, authentic, and you 2 inspire me to live a little bit outside the box that i have forever enclosed myself in.

I know you've said that filming alone is challenging, but seriously Max, this is the best video you've ever done!! I'm so stoked to see where the outback brings you next. Just WOW!

One word... WOW! this has to be at the top of your list of awesome videos. You and Occy are amazing what a team! Thank you for taking us along on this fantastic adventure.

Are there awards for filming and editting these videos? This one needs an award!

As a bed-ridden viewer you take me places I will never experience. I love you both…stay safe and enjoy !!!

Knowing that you'll probably never see this comment so long after an upload, but I just needed to say this...The soaring music, the suns rays, the sweeping vistas, the desolation & the beauty. You've captured it all. Thanx for having us all along for the journey.

Which animal was your fav?? Thank you all so much for joining us on this crazy adventure!! I am currently in the very remote outback (yes even more remote) so have had to schedule this video to go live as I won't have any internet connection on Sunday. Can't wait to see your comments when I get back! In the mean time don't forget to follow me on IG at instagram.com/max_bids/ where you will see all the 'inbetween' video highlights! Love ya guts, Max & Oc 💛

I must say the music you picked for this video just took an already amazing video to the next level!! Well done Max!! Eagerly awaiting the next update from here in Nova Scotia, Canada🇨🇦

Thank you for protecting Occy with the leash from the snakes, and thank you for all the very hard Push-ups you are doing to raise money. Hug and much love.

Next level film/video editing; music selection; photographic lighting / perspectives in keeping w/ t/ storytelling. You're really hitting your stride w/ this content Max. On a lesser note, not sure if I'm more impressed w/ your ability to ignore the flies or fly a drone while driving and sliding around a muddy road. Well done!

Wow! A wild black headed python (Aspidites melanocephalus) - that is cool AND scary!! Never been to Australia, but what a HUGE, amazing and diverse island/continent! Wow!

Absolutely spectacular! The camera and drone work are breathtaking. Looking forward to your journey.

Hi Max, what a beautiful first episode, cinematography is epic, our country is incredible, how’s your timing with the rain, you will see everything flourishing. A great way to end My Sunday, Thank you, you and Occy are quite the duo.

Occy is such a cute fluff, I just love his little paws 🐾

I’m amazed! Max this is incredible. Thank you for showing the world apart of Australia that I may never get to see in my life time. I’m just in awe. It almost brings me to tears how gorgeous this video is. I send all the love and support from Texas! Give Occy a few head scratches from Me! Take care and enjoy your week! Be safe!

This makes my Sunday morning here in Toronto Canada 🇨🇦. Love you two!!! Keep up the great work in your vids 🇨🇦🇨🇦

Had no idea Australia had wild camels. Can’t believe everything is so green! Occy looks so content lying on the table in the back of the van! Safe travels Max and Occy!

You were lucky to see a snake at the beginning of your journey. Snakes represent ease & graceful travels over any terrain. They also represent transformative healing and the soul’s journey towards self realisation ❤️✨

I travel to the outback in 2017, when I travelled around Australia. It's simply amazing. One of the most peaceful places Ive ever been.

I watched a video about Australias population, I had no idea that you only have 26 milj people who mostly live on the coasts and that 95% of Australia is empty. Thanks for the video, its beautiful.

This was a magical video with gorgeous landscapes, creatures and just the cinematography that you did was outstanding!❤️

This is 1 of the best showings of the beauty of the Australian outback. Thank you for showing the world how Amazing our country is and safe travels

I don't think I could sit out in the dark like that, knowing that snakes could be slithering around.

😅 Gosh that big snake looked just like some tree roots/branches right next to it too! I'd probably stepped on it accidentally already and become another ominous display of white bones.

As a fellow Aussie and a senior one, it is absolutely glorious to see our outback green. Every time I've gone across our continent it's never been green. Absolutely beautiful and awesome filming

I lived in a remote town in Qld called Richmond! I lived there for about 18mths & it was such an amazing experience! I was working for a bank. My bfs family station was amazing! 60,000 acres & it was about 30mins out of Julia Creek!

Occy laying beside while you do push ups was the cutest!! He's so cool!! Snake 🐍 was cool but they scare me 😆 🤣 😂!! Beautiful scenery stay safe!! Paws up!!🐾

Wonderful, Max & Occy. Love, love, love the music, scenery, & wildlife. Safe travels, friend!💙🫂🌀

As a person who recently discovered your channel and binge-watched many of your videos, I need to say that you have grown so much as a videographer and narrator. The landscape, the music, the doggy :) all that gives me calmness and joy 💜

So beautifully filmed, you’ve really captured not only the rugged beauty of the outback but the true essence of Australia. You are always so raw and authentic. Thank you!

Oh my gosh.. this is incredible! Max, you did such a fantastic job capturing this beautiful part of the world. And on top of that, the video is a really awesome production. Thank you so much, can't wait for the next part of this series. Oh and I had a minor heart attack when I saw you wading through that puddle, what if there was a snake in there? :D

Simply MAJESTIC. Having Australia as canvas makes it a lot easier though. Just a matter if time to see Grizzly&Bear,The.Outfit and T.O.D.U gathering up. ¡¡Pura Vida!!

The outback is stunning! 🌅 That black headed python was beautiful! Thanks, Max! 😊

This is amazing footage. We're so blessed to be able to see the Outback in this rare green condition. Thanks so much for bringing us along. Mind blown is exactly how I feel. I can't wait to see the next adventure!

This vlog had everything. Great filmography, wildlife, music and the landscape was epic. Nice one Max and of course Occy.

Wow everything is so lush, once in a lifetime stuff! When you were by the fire and turned your head lamp off I was imagining the amount of stars you probably saw. Ps The effort you put into your videos is outstanding. They are like little movies!

Max, I'm 5 seconds in and I already have full body goosebumps. ❤!!!

Wow Max!!!! I've been following for years and this is one of my favourite videos so far. It's amazing that you can produce such top quality content all by yourself (with Occy's emotional support). The shots of the camels were my favourite moment.

Amazing ! Thank you for letting us come along on this journey and as usual Occy just seems to take everything in his stride . He’s such a cool dog x

My wife, Grace, and I were surfing van life travel channels and saw a great video that you, Lee and Occy did. Really enjoyed it. I was looking at van life travel videos again and came across the video announcing that Lee had passed. I was shocked. And then I saw the special one you did on depression. I too had gone through a very dark period of life many years ago but happened to pick up a Bible and read it cover to cover. That started me on a different journey that, strange as it seems, took me to some really depressing places in the world ( slums, dumps and refugee camps) but in those places I found happiness. I met people there that had lost everything I had and more and they were still alive and could laugh. I was there to help them but they cured me. I'm sorry for your loss. It was a history of similar losses that created that dark chapter in my life. I'm 64 Max and there have been both good and bad chapters in my life and the book isn't fully written yet. I loved the ending of that video you did on Lee and her battle with depression. I could watch the ending over and over again. It's the best video I've seen that you've done so far. I hope that you are doing well and are getting stronger and better every day. I think it is great to have Occy too. What a great dog and companion. Thank you so much for the content and being an inspiration. . . and to both you and Lee for being so honest with the youtube world.

You are living my dream! Thank you for taking me along! Since a child I read and wanted to see the outback. Now, through you I am. Thank you! Hugs!

wonderful coverage of the outback really enjoying it.Go steady and carefully. Occy is one lucky dog going on this amazing adventure.See you soon guys.

You did it! The challenge of getting top notch footage, alone. Congrats Max! I appreciate what it meant and the challenges you took on! Funny but it seemed Occy was competing with you on camera during the push ups! Love you two!

The beauty of the territory is amazing, but also a bit overwhelming for my reality. Thank you, Max, for taking us with you & for sharing these amazing experiences. I’ve followed you for a number of years and you’ve expanded my knowledge, my perceptions, and my pleasures. Love that Occy. ☺️

I love Occy so much. His coloring is simply the best, and he seems like such a sweet dog. His snooze and stretch while you worked hard on your push-ups was adorable. This video and all your drone footage was amazing. Enjoyed it immensely.

Exceptional videography, editing and music selection. Thanks for taking us along on your journey to a place most of us will never see first hand. Stay safe.

There's nothing like The Australian outback! Between you and Flying the Nest I am getting the best view of Australia.

Sheeeesh!! What an opener to a video Max!! These shots have been absolutely nuts! I'm genuinely shocked by how beautiful it is

Camels following the drone and the drone capturing the van sliding on the muddy road were the highlights of this video...Looking forward to the next one.

Thank you for sharing your life with Occy. I look forward to the postings cuz it’s like we are living vicariously through your experiences. You break a lot of molds and in many ways show us a different perspective of what is and not what things should be. I appreciate that. Occy is an awesome companion. He is almost human!

Those sunsets were magnificent and I really love how Occy is a very calm supportive best friend.

Amazing, wonderful video!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️

WOW, that was amazing!!!!!! Please make more videos likes these. Australia is such a a majestic country and so happy to call it home. Hopefully next year i can make the shift to van life.

Have a nice week 🐕💟

I just recently found you on you tube and I'm excited to see Australia through your eyes. Occy is such a beautiful animal! I have gone back to see some of your older videos, your journey has not been easy, I really feel for you. I live in Santa Cruz California and look forward to more.Thank You!

People don't understand how rare these conditions are, and how lucky you were with them, the cooler temps keep the flies down, and they are normally beyond belief!

Your music, photography awakens the goodness and hope - And your voice and laugh is a bonus!🙏✨

Scenery- luscious. Photography- spectacular. Music so sets the mood. Thank you Max and Occhy for taking us along on this epic journey! Be healthy and safe.

Good morning! What a stunning video! I’ve always wanted to visit Australia, I look forward to seeing things through your lens.Occy is seriously the cutest. Stay safe

WOW!!! The last time I left Australia I cried, feeling I'd never see it again .. this series is filling my heart in so many ways Max thank you so much!!!! Beautiful, Ancient and real adventure ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Brilliant & breath taking. Incredible how green it is. Motorcycle rode from Victoria right through the guts to Uluṟu. The outback is surreal. I experienced the most awesome serenity & sunsets. Nothing has compared since.

Max, this is incredible. The footage, the music, the love between you & Occy. Pure magic. Thanks for taking us along. Love from Texas.

oh Max, this vid is AMAZING! The music, the editing, the scenery, the wildlife. JUST UNBELIEVABLE. Thanks for this! It makes me so happy to see you living your best life Down Under. Stay Safe dude. sending love from Ontario Canada, plus a virtual treat for Occy!

That snake 😍 All the wildlife is amazing. I love the ‘man & his dog in splendid solitude’ stuff. Perfect.

First time viewer here, your video popped up in my recommended section and after 4 minutes in i was hooked. The filming, editing, and the beautiful nature is amazing. You and Occy have a great channel, ive subscribed and look forward to future adventures. Have a wonderful day and stay safe.

Thank you so much for making this video! It's absolutely beautiful!! I really feel like I'm there with you exploring Australia. I'm currently battling stage 4 cancer and can barely walk, so being able to watch this and feel like I'm hiking around exploring nature with you is huge for me. Thank you very much! 💜💜

Beautiful Max, just loved the opening footage and music, your gift for story telling is growing and growing. Editing was great, such a good video, can't wait to see more of your journey into the outback bush. Thank you and be well and happy.

This is one of your best video max. Just the intro with the music is incredible. The cinerary amazing and I love your story telling. Thanks a lot for sharing this part of the world. am also super happy to see you back in travelling (Lee is with us too) !!!

I can't get over how green it is! I have only ever seen it as a huge dust bowl, burnt by the sun. Thanks for making this beautiful video of such a rare event. The flora is amazing and the animals flourishing with the amount of food around. Those camels looked so healthy, we might have a few more shieks coming over to buy more breeding stock! That python was gorgeous, he looked fat too, I expect the mouse population has exploded out there. Give Occy a hug he's so gorgeous and loving ❤.

So keen to see you drive through the outback. The drive and scenery is amazing! It’s like nothing I’ve ever seen before and you’re going to love it 😊

Ah wow - I was needing some empty Australian vibes this evening (from London) and this hit the spot - thank you! My last international trip before the world changed was a road trip in WA. SO EMPTY - coming from the UK with c. 70million, WA is ELEVEN times the size of the UK with population of c. 2.5 million. I love WA. I love empty, beautiful, scary, fascinating, awesome Australia!

Beautiful. I've loved outback Queensland ever since my first trip to Australia. And "One Hundred Years of Dirt" is a great book.

I lived in Australia from 89 to 91 and then again for the years of 1998 and 1999, in the outback and this video made me miss it so much! I made lots of friends and still have them to this day due to modern technology, lol and this video was just so heartwarming for me! I love living in the outback!

Max & Occy: It looks like the beginning of an epic Australian adventure ... 😎

In the early 1980's there was a movie, "The Earthling" with William Holden and Ricky Schroeder...it put the outback on my bucket list, thank you so much for this new adventure, as I know I won't be able to get there anytime soon!

The music.. I loved it. So right for the outback. Beautiful scenery, thank you for showing us whom probably never will be able to discover it.

I just spit my beer out! No CAMEL RACES!? You’ve got to be kidding me! What an absolute travesty my man!!! I don’t have any comforting words right now, but just take it easy for a while and you guys will be ok. God speed!

So cool to watch your adventure unfold from Ontario 🇨🇦 Thank you! Stay safe, Max!!

If you ever see a dog wrapped up in a constrictor grab the snake by the tail and pull hard. It will start to release the dog and put its attention on you. Keep doing this and reposition as it will try to bite you. Over and over again until the dog is free.

"The wilderness and the parched land will exult, And the desert plain will be joyful and blossom as the saffron." Blessings of creation. Be joyful.

Even though the rain has caused such pain and heartbreak its amazing to see the outback so green and full of wildlife. Great job on the presentation and editing 👍kicked a goal on this one. Well done Max xx

So exiting to see you guys on the road again. Amazing scenery and so green. Beautiful views. Loved the camels. Can’t wait for the next adventure. By the way, great choice of music. Love and be safe!😘🤗🌼🇻🇪

So exciting 💖🥰 You are definitely living the dream, Occy, the van life, out in nature 💗I love all of it. Great job with filming and editing 😍💓🙏 so happy for you guys.

Hey Occy beautiful boy - love watching you do your thing, your such a great travel mate🐾 good job keeping Dad company 😎

Yesss. Thankyou for advocating dogs on leashes. As a wildlife carer I feel like I get so tired of trying to explain the importance of leashes to dog owners. ❤️ Our wildlife thank you

It is really challenging filming alone but you have truly a talent in making videos. That was amazing. Occy as always is a sweetheart. You and Lee and Occy where the first vanlifers we ever saw in RU-vid and said to ourselves... Oh we can also do that! ❤️ Lee would be very proud of you for this video

A privilege to join you and Occy on this amazing adventure, And yes Australia is WILD in so many beautiful ways. Keep safe, looking forward to the next video. Maud Spain

Be kind always, no matter...Dave Matthews lyric in 'Drunken Soldier'. love it. happy trails!

Max, Dont forget about Observing for; • Leach's • Paranahs & Pacu (of the Parana family) • Your Vehicle's Air-filter; Frequent Cleaning!

Thanks Max that was bloody EPIC! Can’t wait for the rest of your adventures

Thanks for sharing Australia love the scenery & OCCY

Thanks for showing us the outback. The desert 🏜 in its glory from rain.

Loved this video .It's Good to you & Occy as you explore Australia 🇦🇺 outback terrain. Also good to be especially careful for those huge 🐍 snakes & keeping Occy safe.Max your so brave to take on this trip solo.Its understanding to Reset & get into a daily routine. The landscape is very Beautiful. How delightful to have the special comforts at that campsite.Australias outback is very interesting some barren patches & then green areas and lots of rainfall.Amazing to see Camels.I truly Enjoyed this video.Blessings & Be Safe with Occy.Amen! 🙏❤🙏🤗

This is a part of Australia I'm really looking forward to seeing. I've heard of the Outback & even looked at a few pictures, but this will be the most up close & personal I've ever seen. Safe travels you two❣

Australia is such an amazing place, but I only got to explore cities near ports while I worked on cruise ships. One day, I'd love to go back and do a proper trip through the outback. Amazing video.

Your musical choices are right on point....the videography is stunning....for those of us on the other side of the planet....it's so wonderful to see what we're missing out on over here. Thank you Max for sharing....Occy, you're a legend, SUCH a good boy!

I’m only 3 minutes in and have to pause to comment. Like someone else said, by the time your logo popped up, I had tears in my eyes and a wave of joy rush over me. So beautifully done. I cannot wait to hit the road and do a lap year, in a caravan though - there’s 5 humans and two doggos. I’ve subbed and I’m going to make sure I watch the rest of your videos over the next few days. Thank you 😊

Max you are an outstanding videographer, storyteller and editor! As soon as the perfectly matched music started I knew I was in for an adventure with you and sweet Occy. Absolutely beautiful and engaging! I was wondering about snakes just before you saw that python, yikes!!! I didn’t know Australia had 🐪. Not only was this a fantastic adventure, but an educational film too. Well done Max. Love Occy. Safe travels!