2 Nights Winter Camping in a Snowstorm

@maximbudnick and I went chasing down some #severeweather off the coast of Georgian bay hoping to get hit by a potentially massive and localized #snowstorm on a #wintercamping trip
The weather report at the beginning is @RyanHallYall
Weather app - Ventusky
0:00 - Video
17:12 - Talk
19:25 - Outro
IG @Xanderbudnick

[@redmann31567]

Congratulations on your sobriety brother!!!! I am 27 days clean today. No alcohol, no drugs. I am so happy to finally have mental clarity again!!! Thank you for your videos and your inspiration!!! 👊👍

[@curtishanson971]

Keep it up bro. Everything Xander said has been my experience. I was on the hardest shit for 10 plus years.

[@MakeMoreMusicOk]

Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐 🥳

[@LuisRamirez-nw1wv]

I'm extremely happy for you, keep it up, I have 1 year clean and it's been the best year of my life, i really love what you do, and you make me feel that i can do alot more. Keep it all Xander. Only the best for you.

[@Jupiter503]

Good job bro thats huge

[@TheBernie8822]

Great job, Red!

[@Danstraightedge]

2 years dude. Well done man. Massive congrats. Mentioned this early on when you first mentioned your struggles but I haven't touched anything in 23 years. Stopped at 19 and every year that went past it got better and better. Im at the point now where I dont even remember the bad part of my life. If I can do it then you reading this can too. Reach out to friends and family and take that first step. Dont suffer alone. Stay strong. One day at a time.

[@placecamping]

I am currently in that bad days that cant get view and subs :( But I will keep going and improve everything :) Very much appreciate if i see our feedback and comments in my videos

[@dan_mcp01]

I’ve been watching your videos for around a year now and your videos have helped open my eyes to the natural beauty I’m missing out on. Especially living in London, if only Ontario was a drive away. As soon as is possible for me I’m going to go camping and bit by bit push myself to hopefully be as good as you. After watching for a year I would never have guessed that you struggled with alcohol and or drugs, which is brilliant when you think about it. Congratulations on two years sober, you’re In inspiration. Thank you for your amazing content.

[@fifthbusiness1678]

I’m new to this channel. What is it you are referring to? (You can disregard that ... the explanation was at the end. Well done, Xander ... I’ve been through the same. You’re quite right: you can’t do it by yourself. Happy for you. Great video. I’m subscribed).

[@sebastiansuteu1829]

Americans and alcohol 😂

[@jordanlam1051]

Dude seeing you have fun with your brother like this AND knowing it's your 2-year mark of being clean is so wholesome. Keep it up Xander, you're inspiring so much out of us.

[@XanderBudnick]

❤️

[@VitoGambino704]

@@XanderBudnick The

[@susiehilsman1360]

That trip to rehab was the best gift you could’ve given yourself, and it’s ultimately a gift to us as well, because we now get to enjoy you and your videos. Thank you and God bless you!

[@go4x4media]

Great adventure! Loved the intro xD

[@osamasultan6394]

I love your vids bro, especially the asmr of the rain drops. Hope you keep making more

[@camillesilvestre2153]

Omggg collabbbb pleasee

[@camillesilvestre2153]

@xander's humor in your quiet contents would be interesting wdyt?🤔

[@XanderBudnick]

Thanks my friend!

[@khoury]

@@camillesilvestre2153 I’ve noticed Xander’s humor has rubbed off some on Jon (Lost Lakes) who is otherwise very serious

[@SairenGamingisfun]

Perfect timing for my nighttime ritual

[@catprotector2759]

Same brother hahah...

[@Del0w_]

amen brother

[@AvinaLookAbaat]

Me too

[@_thumbs_]

Cheers boys

[@depele]

haha amazing

[@LostLakes]

Wow on to two years now....I respect that so so much my friend. Well done and thanks for saying what you did for people who are struggling with it 💚

[@XanderBudnick]

Yah crazy how time flies

[@JB-eg1tb]

2 years of sobriety, plus now over 500k subscribers.... It's been a real treat to watch your continued growth.

[@catalhuyuk7]

Congratulations 🎉it’s a tough go. Two years is definitely an accomplishment. Nature is the cure. You guys rock!💕🏕

[@grounded81]

Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing some of your story. Much respect.

[@jabigchad1749]

yuppie

[@michaelhudecek2778]

Yep!

[@nickkremer9776]

As a fellow outdoorsman, and (clean) addict, I can't stress enough how much your content means to me. Keep doing what you love dude

[@bluwtrgypsy]

You touched my heart Xander. So very happy for you - congratulations. And, look what you have created for yourself as a result - such a great community of friends and viewers that support you and look forward to your beautiful adventure videos. Your thoughtfulness and encouragement in sharing this with others goes beyond words. Bless you

[@XanderBudnick]

Thank you so much!

[@AdventureLad]

You are truly blessed to not only have a brother, but one that shares the same passion for outdoor adventures!

[@EveryUserName]

Congrats on the two year anniversary and thanks for another great insight into the world beyond the four walls.

[@terizumbusch8408]

Congratulations on your 2 years of sobriety this grandma is real proud of you and the life that you've built and what you share that touches the rest of us is really wonderful. God-bless you Xander,, You got great times ahead.

[@Mr.Cake6]

Xander, you're an inspiration in more ways than one. Since the first time I've heard you open up about your history with drugs and alcohol, you have been at the forefront of my thoughts of people who have not only successfully rid themselves of their addiction problems, but also managed to turn their lives around afterwards. In my eyes, your youtube career is, at least in one sense, both a reflection and a documentation of that growth as a human being. I have personally decided to follow down this path towards a life free of addiction as well - today marks a humble but resolute closing of my first 3 weeks sober. Here's to many more weeks to come, both for myself, for you, and to everyone else out there struggling with these issues.

[@filipsaprkin]

I hope ones you hit million you don't stop reading comments. Specially us who have been with you from beginning... Great clip and inspiring at the end. I don't struggle with addiction but having no inspiration for anything and just giving up. Your clips help to overcome the darkness one step at a time.

[@XanderBudnick]

I do my best to read as much as possible ❤️ probably always will

[@edwardsadler_]

Huge Congratulations on 2 years of sobriety Xander! Your body and mind are benefitting 1000x more from Mother Nature and her wonders than society’s temptations. Thank you for sharing your story and sharing your trips so that we can all benefit from a bit of nature’s beauty in our day to day lives ❤

[@hawkeye019]

Thanks for all the hard work, effort and dedication you put into every single one of your videos! Myself and all your views appreciate it.

[@kimkimba1131]

Loved the smile you gave the camera at the start of the video. Great trip! Glad your brother came with you. Congratulations on your two years. 🎉 Continue staying safe.

[@maybeme8783]

I haven't even started watching this but I already know it's going to be a good one, thank you sooo much Xander for sharing you adventures

[@OG-Paul-Valentine]

Congrats on two years Xander! That's awesome. I love that you are so open and honest with the struggles and temptations.

[@FrancisSiuChock]

Xander, congrats on being two years sober! Huge steps in bettering your life and what a great way to mark the occasion by being out in the wild with your, Brother...family! It means so much that you share your sobriety and can lend a voice to those who are going through difficult times with substance abuse, being an example that there is a path to recovery! Stay well and stay safe to you and your entire family!

[@NationalParkDiaries]

Xander, congratulations on 2 years - what an accomplishment! Loving your videos and loving seeing these places as part of your journey. Can't wait for more 🤙🏻

[@lanecountybigfooters5716]

Fabulous intro 😂 At least you didn't go alone - Max is an excellent choice. Sunshine on snow is beautiful. Great videos, boys! Congrats on 2 years, Xander, that's AWESOME.

[@NinjaTreeProductions]

Hey Xander! I just wanted to let you know that your videos have inspired me to start to go camping again. I am an Eagle Scout and camped all of my childhood but when I came to school I lost touch with that part of my life, and just seeing how beautiful your videos are has inspired me to get back into it. Keep up the awesome stuff my man!

[@captainawesome1597]

Proud of your ability to be open, you can change someones life with just honest conversation. Congrats on two years, and good luck on continued success!!!

[@DandA604]

17:13 CONGRATS, Xander. Proud of and for you… 🙌🏼

[@mtbjim]

Congratulations on 2 years now! Good job! As you were talking about it, I was reminded of the healthy fear of falling off the wagon. 25 years sobriety and still have it. Life waaay better without all that crap.

[@deanstirling2089]

Congratulations Zander, you are inspiring many people with your sobriety and your bushcraft 🙏❤

[@June-pv3du]

The intro hit my heart.💓

[@GeorgeValenzuela]

Congratulations on two years clean and sober!! Your videos are always so well done, lots of humour, lots of humility and lots of great adventures. Thanks for sharing your stories and your camping trips with us, hope we get many many more!

[@SubFocusStudios]

Congratulations on two years sober! You are a true inspiration to so many out there and it’s not easy. Keep it up man ❤ love from Australia

[@dwaynemckenzie1104]

That’s awesome! Congratulations! Thank you for sharing and being open. Thank you for letting me come along with your trips and adventures. Great video.

[@theblurredcrusade.2557]

I'm struggling so much with drugs and alcohol again, partly to do with depression from a very young age, but having to be a Key Worker cleaning the streets of London I fell back into using, but my alcohol intake became much more extreme, so I've now got to dig really deep inside my good self and the good positive side of my personality because basically it's becoming a Do Or Die situation, and I don't want to die just yet, I still feel I want more from life and watching your channel and knowing that you know what that struggle is like, going out into the wilderness and surviving that seems so much easier and so much more fun that the torrid depths of addiction, thanks for your words and actions Xander I've now got a little more hope in my heart ♥

[@user-zz1jf4hm7r]

Wow Xander thank you very much for sharing this with us, I wouldn't have ever guessed you struggled with that health issue. I am very happy for you and that you feel you are personally in a good place. one of my favourite videos yet!

[@Tinytraveler]

I'm a big fan of the fact you bring friends and family along with you. I'm growing rather hateful of the no talking ASMR style camping videos and your videos never fail to entertain Xander! I wanted to add, congratulations on the 2 years!

[@Lilianjade]

My thoughts exactly. The no talking ASMR style videos are ubiquitous now and boring mostly . Xander’s stuff is different because of the humour and personality he puts in and I hope he grows in that direction !

[@XanderBudnick]

I appreciate that

[@dragonburger5676]

Proud of you brotha. Sobriety is incredibly difficult. Such an amazing feeling to finally be free of that addiction. Leading a clean healthy life, enjoying the pure beauty of what nature has to offer

[@rossmacaluso1851]

These videos are a form of therapy. Cheers!

[@derSchreii]

Thanks you so much for all your content and keep safe out there ❤️

[@gonnahitcharide]

Xander, when I get a notification that a new video from you is up, I’m like “YES!!” THANK YOU for all you do for us. It is so appreciated 🙏🏻

[@gh3776]

Congrats on two years! As someone who struggles with a substance but not drugs and alcohol, two years is a big deal. Love your videos!!

[@dalbert4991]

Speechless, so strong regarding your sobriety... never go back brother. Blessed.

[@bgphotographyaustralia]

Congratulations on the 2 years 👍 keep pushing yourself and inspiring others while sharing your view of the world! You should come to Australia and try camping our way 🐍🕷️🐊

[@dmitriy2755]

Hell no)))

[@Vodkus]

The intro is top notch. You were like " I'll fuckin' do it again" Good stuff

[@MrTang500]

Well done bud and it’s great to see the positive of being outdoors has on you 👍👍👍

[@UsernameForTubing]

25 seconds in......gold. The Tom Cardy of camping. Thanks for the upload.

[@gregthibodeaux6216]

Thank you for letting me watch your adventures. Your videos are very entertaining and I enjoy watching.

[@MusicNewb]

Sometimes you just gotta re-binge Xander's video! the smile in the beginning sent me lol

[@micbarca9777]

Congratulations brother, I'm 6 years sober from my addiction this coming March 23 and God/The outdoors, good friends and my wife were instrumental in my recovery. I am very happy for you!

[@jeremiahallyn4603]

Omg, your face in the first part of the video made me laugh so hard. This was an amazing video man, glad you had your brother with you. Gotta make sure we keep ya safe out there buddy ✌️❄️☃️

[@TCUteacher]

I appreciate your encouraging words and I am proud of what you’ve done. Happy for you Xander! 💜

[@furncemanjim]

So happy for you for being sober, life is so much better when you fully experience it.

[@jakefuller6130]

Congrats on 2 years man. You’re an inspiration for all of us watching your videos. It awesome for all of us to watch u living your dream doing what you love and what makes u happy.

[@AR500PlateSpallInYourChin]

I proud of you man! Congratulations on 2 years of sobriety! You have inspired and encouraged me to get out doors more than ever before. I appreciate you sir.

[@ashleygarland4593]

The “mmm” to the chocolate coffee is my kind of humour 😂😂

[@Bannysadkosays2u]

Hey buddy, congratulations on your second year of sobriety! I'll be nine years sober on January 5th, and I want to tell you, I have great respect for the choice you've made. Nature over alcohol. Yes. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us. Always a treat.

[@DiffeRantJeff]

So happy for you. Thanks for sharing. 15 yrs here too. Well said.

[@seppo255]

Well done bro! I am 42 years sober and not using, havent done it all my life, and im proud of it, glad to see more ppl joining my "club". You are most welcome.

[@markcummings6856]

You are the Best! That opening scene was epic with you looking at the camera during the forecast on TV. One couldn’t be more proud of a sharp, genuine Young Man such as yourself to accomplish what you have with your sobriety!!! Your attitude, determination, gritt has shown you that you are just perfect as you can be, now. You are an exemplary model for others to follow. Thanks for all you do for us with your videos.

[@mikesather1345]

2 years of struggle, restraint, and achievement, congratulations. Amazing what we do to ourselves for .... fun? I am happy for you. As always, enjoyed the video and you sharing your time in the outdoors. Continued success in life.

[@MaybeLily1234]

The mischievous knowing look at the beginning 😂 Wonderful vid I always love seeing Max on here with you! Congratulations on 2 years❤ May it continue well

[@rickminer7528]

I appreciate your candor so much. And you’re right; it does get easier and easier as time goes by. Thanks for posting this one. Stay with it man.

[@AdventurousLife91]

Oh Man! Would you please mention about your history in every video that encourage me a lot to stand up and fight. I started watching your video once I heard about your addiction and how you overcame. Thank you for sharing your testimony here. You’re such a brave and hero of this generation. God has so much blessings and miracles in store for you ahead.

[@lewissmith2402]

A year flies by. I remember the first one year celebration video. Well done xander still loving the content keep going!

[@rm8679]

Really appreciate you and your videos. I am so glad you are free from the drugs. I will be praying for you too. Thank you.

[@LifeWithMrsB]

Congrats! My husband had a rough time with drugs and alcohol when he was younger, but has been sober for many years now. He’s a totally different person now :) all for the better! I don’t drink any more due to religious reasons, it’s good to be free from it.

[@michalgorol7532]

congratulations on 2 years! 3 months here. I got thorough lot of your videos in my first week . THANK YOU

[@alexjacksontho]

No coincidence I end up coming across this video on my second anniversary of sobriety. I too went to rehab just a week after my 31st birthday, and am so glad I did. Great videos man thank you for the great content.

[@LVTHN69]

Nature is the best medicine! You are a true role model for people who may be struggling with sobriety. I have also found that the further that I remove myself from the temptation the less I desire it and instead it does not even appeal to me or the way I want to enjoy and experience a strong and healthy life. Hail!!!

[@kimgrant891]

Life is so much better sober. Congratulations!!!!!! Keep up the great work!

[@roundgraf6907]

I have always liked your humour. Nice to have your brother hanging out with you on your trips. Good times.

[@jasonmacneil2256]

TWO YEARS XANDER? That is FREAKING AWESOME MAN! I'm nobody to you, but I am VERY PROUD OF YOU!

[@ebrytaim]

That evil grin in the intro was perfect. So funny 😂

[@larkdawgg]

Bro I've been watching you now for 2 yrs and had no idea you were in recovery. I love u so much more now. Proud of u bro, thank u for being a great example. Keep going

[@eileenallemm1835]

God bless you Xander you are an inspiration I'm sure to many people. 🙏

[@janetshirey4435]

Congratulations! Well done! Our son is 4 years sober. He says now how he can see what he did to himself and others. Stay strong!

[@ronlackey2689]

I don't even know you Xander but I am so happy for you. Hopefully, everything is better... the taste of food, the air, relationships with family and friends, and just life in general. I'd bear hug the stuffing out of you if I could. Keep the faith brother! You got this..one day at a time.

[@kvcroff]

Just surpassed 3 yrs myself ma man CONGRATS TO YOU KEEP IT UP!!!!!!!!! I feel amazing without and to those that are struggling you can beat it!!!!!!!!! LOVE LIFE

[@adkmcmahon]

Iam so proud for you Zander and all you have accomplished which has come out of your sobriety. It’s no accident the your sub number started climbing at about the same time you made the decisions that got you clean. Well done Zander!

[@stephenrafter1022]

Striping yourself back to nature is a wonderful cure for anxiety and depression. The free things in life are the best.

[@HikingWithShawn]

You guys took perfect advantage of lake effect snow. Congrats on being sober! Keep enjoying the outdoors. It saved me. I bet it saved you, too. Love your videos!

[@cindyames3205]

Thank you Xander for your testimony, so many people need the encouragement especially coming from someone who has been there!! May God continue to bless you!!

[@sandraoconnor5700]

Congratulations so very proud of you!! May God continue to strengthen and keep you in good health physically, mentally, emotionally and especially spiritually!!❤❤ ❤

[@paulc2106]

Happy Anniversary Xander ☺ I'm certain you're an inspiration to many. Thank you for another great video. Cool to see you with your brother sharing this experience.

[@vidiotic01]

Congratulations- class of 1994 for sobriety here. thank you for video. I love winter backpacking. Being in the wilderness I feel home.

[@jachri]

Congrats on the 2 years and thank you for sharing something so personal.

[@mattfuck12321]

Well done Xander! Really great to hear your 2 years clean. You have been so honest with it all and I have only been watching your channel for a year. Say the least I would never have thought you had a troubled past. But that just proves how well you are doing. Great advice to those that need it. Not to shy away from your great content and inspiring attitude to get outdoors wherever anyone is. You sure have me itching to get myself out and getting my family out. If you do get round to reading this. I'm a space nerd. I love your night sky time lapses. I bet the night sky is clearer than most get to see. The clearest I've seen is in Afghanistan. Keep up the good content . Peace

[@ck7863]

Congratulations Xander! You should be very proud of yourself. I love your videos, and I love your honesty.

[@aribavel2757]

2 years!!! Awesome! Congratulations, Xander!!! Much respect!!! ❤

[@fivemjs]

Dude congratulations on being sober! I was stuck on fentanyl for years right before and after our daughter passed away. But….I’m 6 years sober…..never ever going back. ❤

[@bonnielieberman8828]

Congratulations, Xander, so proud of you! ❤

[@marymanning2166]

Congrats!!🎉 so happy to hear!!

[@daves946]

Dude! You are awesome. You are an inspiration to many if not all. Keep it up young man. You are blessed.

[@katedavis7256]

Good on you Xander ...amazing inspiration for all ..and mostly yourself ...what a story ...looking forward to all the other chapters you are planning ...big hug and congratulations sir 👍🙏 xx

[@CaravanHacks]

Congratulations Mate on two years sober. Fantastic. Respect.

[@Roflmao0001]

Congratulations on the sobriety dude. Really amazing to hear. I love hearing you share about little snippets of it in your videos and encourage you to continue to share when it's appropriate and not hard to do so. Your story is important and helpful to many people living with addictions!

[@pattk100]

Congratulations to you and thank you for sharing. Who knows how many lives this may touch. Thanks for being so brave and bold.

[@clunky9072]

Proud to hear - gives me some hope. I'm fighting my own battles with substances but the biggest battle is the fight to be happy. Keep doing what makes you happy! I hope I wont be far behind.

[@mikebezanson7777]

"What ever it takes" says it all for so many battles in life..Thank you for having the courage to say and own it and pass on something that positive..CONGRATULATIONS 100% Respect!!