FAMILY LIVING OFF-GRID ON REMOTE ISLAND | Snow Storm, Iced-In and Polar Dip // EFRT S7 EP64

[@dennisbeaver5958]

Those spare ribs looked delicious! Kudos to Carol for braving the cold water! Looking forward to her evaluation of the health effects.

[@davida1798]

This channel is KZbin at its best. Thank You for all the great content, your photography, music selection and editing are top notch!

[@EFRT]

Thank you so much. We are glad you are enjoying the videos. Have a wonderful day!

[@cynthiacook7768]

Good morning from Texas!

[@EFRT]

Good morning.

[@ronniebarker3501]

I have a Zoleo device which I always carry with me when I go into remote areas to hunt or hike or canoe. I’m 76 years old and my wife told me I could no longer go out by myself unless I had some form of communication. The Zoleo is awesome and has never failed me.

[@shirlw6075]

So interesting.....winterizing to all of us in TX means covering some plants, making sure our animals have warm places and plenty of food, our vehicles have antifreeze, and our exposed pipes are wrapped. Most all our family was born and raised in the TX hill country, gulf coast area and deep south....so none of us have really been in a deeply frozen area for more than a few days at a time( we do have cold snaps when there is ice and in the teens for a few days). So it amazes me what you all have to do to get ready for winter and even what you have to do to live off grid!! What pioneers you are!!! Love it!!!

[@EFRT]

Thanks. Yes we feel like pioneers sometimes. We are really enjoying it out here. Thanks for watching! Have a wonderful day!

[@jangrahame4891]

Carol is a gal after my own heart! Every trip or walk I took always resulted in new rocks to add to my rock gardens.

[@EFRT]

Love it!

[@sandrahughes3821]

Greetings from Australia 2/23. Thank you for living one of my dreams. It is an education for me , I’ve never been that cold , only our southern New South Wales ski fields. Most. Humble my love of camping started through Scouting. It is great seeing a family work together, and that possibley we May survive having the knowledge of extreme temperatures in camping. Thanks

[@EFRT]

Thanks for watching in Australia 🇦🇺

[@oldmanoldtruck]

I couldn't breathe while she was in the water! Pretty sure my heart stopped!

[@badgerpa9]

Hope you all have a warm and safe Christmas.

[@EFRT]

Thank you

[@SamoyedMoms]

The life of Lando -- what a doll! Next July when it is 100 degrees (fahrenheit) out I am going sip iced tea and watch one of these videos -- might be more effective than a/c to cool down. Another wonderful production - thanks for sharing with the world!

[@thelwell256]

I just came across your channel and am happy i did. This is the best lifestyle you are living on the island. Love watching your family and have to say your wife is a nice treat with her lovely meals and the guts to do the cold water therapy. Will continue to watch and thanks.

[@EFRT]

Thank you. We are so glad that you found our channel. Happy New Year!

[@TLOverlander]

"Welcome to another episode of the Epic Family Road Trip... The island edition!" 🤘

[@Gerbyq]

Incredible guys... what a life. In RE Zoleo. I'm out in the middle of nowhere Utah all of the time, by myself in a 31 year old Landcruiser and use Zoleo all the time to stay in touch with my family at home. Its worked flawless and the app is really great.

[@EFRT]

Glad to hear it. Thanks

[@sandralutz-rodriguez2864]

yay for finally having snow and some ice! We use the Spot X with preset message and a keyboard. Works great and they have so many plans. Congrats on plunging Carol!

[@appeltaart47]

Every family should do this for a while. I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a good and healthy 2023 from the Netherlands.

[@EFRT]

Thanks for watching in the Netherlands 🇳🇱 we all wish you a merry Christmas.

[@robs9023]

Enjoyed the bald eagle fly by. Ice in and out cottage stay on my bucket list.

[@bevnelson3678]

Awesome I love seeing the house lit up and the Christmas tree glowing in the window. It all looks awesome.

[@EFRT]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lornasleeper7262]

I love how each of you share the work of narrating. So interesting!

[@fred9028]

I like how observant Peter is, so often in our daily lives we forget to look around and SEE the world and enjoy it in the present moment. Your anticaption of the ice, snow, freeze and "feeling it" is wonderful and I am sure your family shares your inquisitiveness in all things. Noticing the small things in nature, brings life into reality and a connection to all that is around us. Thank you for inviting us on your life's adventure.

[@EFRT]

Thanks for your comment. You’re right, it’s so important to you slow down and be present. There’s so much beauty around us. We hope you have a wonderful day.

[@forrestgriggs8667]

The camera shot of Lando running through the forest was absolutely gorgeous. Stay safe and Happy Holidays!

[@charlesfaulkingham5599]

Thoroughly enjoying how the “cabin series” unfolds each week ❤️

[@christopheranderson8619]

And yet once again Momma V proves who the toughest family member is! 🥶

[@juliee4385]

So nice to see a family working, living and playing together. I was wondering if you have a Bible study together or a Sunday service of some sort? I was just wondering? Great wholesome show, my favorite KZbin channel by far.😊

[@EFRT]

Yes, pretty informal but we do 👍🏻

[@renegadearms]

I love watching these although I live in Tennessee now it reminds me when I lived in Alaska.

[@charlenehood6216]

Just stunning! Your video this week was nothing short of winter wonderland beauty! Thank for bringing us along on your journey. Mom, You are a "Wonder Woman"!

[@karelesterhuizen7117]

Lando is back, love this version, thx guys and know you are sorted for the amazing winter

[@ciaraclarke1488]

Enjoy your time all together and making beautiful memories lucky family

[@chrisblack8390]

Everything looks so beautiful there. I like your rocks Carol. I've also collected them from US an Canada. I found 2 giant piles at a farm too. The farmer told me to take them. I hauled 20 truck loads to my house. Made flower gardens everywhere!!!! I'm even going to buy a big rock for my tombstone i think. I think granite. The big rock in my yard would chip if they tried to engrave it. Thanks guys. Merry Christmas.

[@EFRT]

Love it.

[@bookets75]

I wish I like these videos more than once!

[@brodybuckner6654]

Beautiful family and beautiful visuals of the area love it!!

[@nativetexson]

One of my favorite 30-minutes of escapism on a Sunday. Thank you-

[@lynnclark4208]

I look forward each week for a post from the family. 🙋☺️. I'm from southern Ohio.

[@EFRT]

Good morning. Thanks for watching in Ohio. Have a wonderful day.

[@kopenhagenkid]

Awesome drone footage

[@tree4408]

Good morning from Iowa. 3 degrees F. Sweet Sunday morning adventure. Thanks. God's speed.

[@EFRT]

Good morning to you in Iowa.

[@hunnybunny4u259]

I’ve been bringing rocks home since I was a little girl. I can relate,Carol. They all have stories. Another great vlog. Thank you

[@EFRT]

That’s awesome. Good to know it’s not just me. Have a wonderful day!

[@mtsfitness]

Really have enjoyed watching the videos. So eye opening to see how much more there is than the normal day to day. Thank you for taking he time to create these videos! very inspiring. -Matt

[@EFRT]

Our pleasure!

[@NorthernRetreat]

Should be an exciting winter, especially with the ice freeze up.👍

[@CampingRuss]

Good morning guys and happy Sunday. Love the video food look delicious and Carol that looks so cold. 🥶🥶🥶😆😆😆ok 👌🏼🔥🤠🔥Camping Russ out

[@danielrandall5121]

It is supposed to be the coldest winner ever recorded in history good luck you people are awesome

[@EFRT]

Wow, sounds like the ice will have no problem forming then. Have a great day!

[@rhondadean5455]

Such fun. So cold. Wind howling, warm cabin, loving family and beautiful dog.....magical. so blessed. That ice blowing round is loud.

[@doreengardner2849]

Burbank Washington here! Oh I loved this video! Woke up early to view and you did not disappoint!!!! We are getting cold weather (22dg F) at my home but Carol - crazy!!! Really, ice bathing? I am just so in awe of your stamina. All of You seem to have this Cabin Series well in hand. Thank you so very much. Merry Christmas to all of you!❤

[@EFRT]

Thank you for watching in Washington. We’re so glad you enjoyed the video. Have a wonderful day.

[@DavGreg]

Down here in the Southern US it is supposed to get down in the low single digits Thursday so I can only imagine how cold it will be in Ontario. Pretty sure the ice will be well along. Beautiful work. Christmas is but a week away, so the best wishes to all of you.

[@EFRT]

Merry Christmas to you too!

[@TimmyCramer]

I will think of you guys as I walk the golf course tomorrow playing 18 in the Arizona sunshine! Stay warm gang!! Timmy C the forever bachelor.

[@EFRT]

Enjoy the golf ⛳️

[@johnniegomez5420]

Carol, I was sitting next to my fireplace when you took a dip in that cold cold water, i got all kinds of chills. Brrrr. Really enjoy your episodes. Blessings to you all.

[@lonanakken1688]

The cabin looks so pretty at night with the lights. Like a decorated gingerbread house!

[@trekandoverland]

Another phenomenal video and adventure from EFRT. Great catch at 3:23 with the bald eagle.

[@Barbarahas10]

Good morning to my favorite family!! I loved this one so much. From the Eagle photo bombing the drone footage to Lando running to island. What a beautiful adventure you all are living!!! God Bless you all and keep us updated so we know that you are all safe. Send you love and prayers from the US.

[@EFRT]

Good morning. Glad you enjoyed the video. Have a blessed day!

[@rebelgal2180]

So beautiful! You have a wonderful family.

[@michaeltca3103]

Love you guys. I know this is a big ask, but would it be possible to release a video on Christmas morning? It would mean a lot to many of us... You are creating an internet "family" and it cheers us all up when we see a new episode and see what is possible in life. All the best to you and yours!

[@EFRT]

Yes we plan to have a video ready for Christmas. Hope you have a wonderful day!

[@charlesrocks]

I spent 30 years of my life in the ice and snow. I do not miss it

[@sandyj8222]

Will you guys do a inside cabin tour?? I always want to see the inside!!! Please Be Safe!!

[@EFRT]

Hi there. Yes, we’ll add a cabin tour to an episode soon. Have a wonderful day.

[@christopherharris6005]

Awesome video as always. Your winter cabin series is so amazing. The views and scenery around your cabin and the lake really make you stop and see the wonders of God's handiwork thank you for bringing us along for your winter cabin adventures so we can enjoy this wonderful wonderful scenery. And give you and your family a good morning from us down here in Georgia.

[@EFRT]

Thank you.

[@tracythorn2918]

A beautiful video as always. Carol, you are a brave soul to try that ice bath!

[@elvaterry9009]

Merry Christmas thank you for sharing your every day life with us

[@ratnadipmajumdar8179]

IT is a wonderful planning nicely executed by all of you for the coming time delight to watch the video 👍 very nice be safe and happy 😊❤️.

[@advfamily]

I love this new series! Each episode gets me excited for the next! Thank you for sharing with all of us.

[@bigwallyhdfb]

Love watching you all looks like a great place for the winter

[@donnnastephens2492]

Love this time of the week watching the changes on your beautiful island. Merry Christmas & blessings. North Augusta SC

[@izzybooth-nuku7137]

Good morning my friends from your kiwiNZ famz, it’s so gorgeous there, would love to visit your country in the winter as I love the sceneries and peacefulness of the trees and just being away from the city. Thank you for sharing, have a beautiful Christmas and awesome New Year famz❤❤❤in my language we say Meri Kirihimete meaning Merry Christmas 🎄 🎉❤

[@EFRT]

Thanks for watching in New Zealand. Meri Kirihimete to you too.

[@johneskrich362]

Better question have we alotted enough food for the boys :) Love the adventure, thanks for having us along

[@mikepierson3097]

Love this! This has been a great series watching you guys prepare for this adventure! Living off grid is something I’ve wanted to do for quite some time. It’s going to be great to see how lifestyle changes with the elements.

[@EFRT]

So glad you are enjoying the series! Have a wonderful day!

[@nathanpanderson]

Another incredible documentary of your winter cabin life. Really wish we could watch these videos on Patreon, ad free.

[@EFRT]

Working on it!

[@nathanpanderson]

Awesome!

[@windrider5845]

Beautiful! Crazy seeing you walk around without gloves or coats and dipping in freezing water! I’m sitting here under 2 blankets because it 43 degrees this morning in Arizona! 😂🥶 Love watching!

[@ggg4runner]

Whoever has been editing these last few episodes, phenomenal work. I've always enjoyed watching you guys but yeah, these last few are wow. Thank you for what you do and Merry Christmas to you all!

[@EFRT]

Thank you!

[@toomanydogs2]

Another fantastic episode! Thank you for sharing!

[@amyheflin143]

Glad to see you are all thriving as winter bears down. The huge cold wave headed from Siberia during this week before Christmas should go a long way toward freezing up the lake.

[@tlowe2502]

Good morning, from your fans here in the central Florida swamps 🐊. Can't wait until you can get some ice fishing in. Are you going to wait until spring, to put up some solar panels? Y'all stay safe, we'll see you next week. GO LANDO 👍🏻👍🏻💕🐾

[@EFRT]

Thanks. We’ll probably install them in February if we can.

[@gainesj1]

The Spot communicator… the only one that is a “stand alone” device with a dedicated keyboard was the choice I made. I didn’t want to be stuck in a situation where I needed to rely on a cell phone, app, or “hunt and peck” letters to send a custom message. Great idea to eventually provide all members of the fam with redundant communications. Love the video. Thank you!

[@EFRT]

We will look into that one. Our old Spot was just a check in and SOS. Thanks for the tip. Have a wonderful day.

[@gainesj1]

@@EFRT thank you for responding! Specifically, it’s the Spot X.

[@fluffer4049]

I was thinking relying on the phone keyboard or app isn’t a good idea in cold climates. Phones freeze.

[@gainesj1]

@@fluffer4049 my nightmare exactly…. Fumbling around with cold numb hands… trying to activate a touchscreen with frozen fingers… or Face ID with a mask… I could only imagine the precious time lost.

[@erichughes9098]

It looks like your in for a Cold winters nap 🎅🏻

[@Piperdreams]

Hey VanStralen’s - enjoy observing you guys learning from the variable snowy and ice conditions at the Cabin- taking notice of your surroundings and being present to how nature takes place everyday must really help to feel quite connected to nature’s rhythms on the Island. Thanks Pete Sr on your helpful discussion regarding communication devices for when you don’t have cellular/wifi. Being prepared like this goes along way to ensuring one’s safety out in the elements. Carol your spare ribs on mashed potatoes sounds so yummy. I just always enjoy seeing Lando running about. Another great vlog! Thank you 😊

[@EFRT]

You are so welcome. Thank you for your comment. We always appreciate the feedback. Hope you have an amazing day.

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great video

[@pty1pty2]

You guys are amazing and Lando🙂

[@ghulamakbar129]

Great family and great venture. Stay safe.

[@joannak4640]

Wait...what? You have a studio? Can we please have a tour of the whole cabin? Love your family and all of the cabin videos ❤️ Thank you for sharing. Now I have to go back and watch again 🤣❤️

[@EFRT]

Hi there. Yes, I will do a tour of the cabin soon. We are so glad that you’re enjoying our videos. Hope you have a wonderful day!

[@houstontexas4658]

Awesome update, winter is upon you! It'll only get better/more adventures from here, love the Lando shots 🤠

[@danielvrana9444]

Very nice I enjoy you show. I’m from Iowa so a lot is the same but I love your cabin. Sincerely, Dan

[@EFRT]

Thanks Dan.

[@Lindsy041]

Hi guys I happen to watch Trail Recon special edition when they were with you out in the desert this summer first time I seen this I love Brad and his family we all look great together look like you had some really good times really enjoyed it

[@EFRT]

Yes, we had a great time camping running the trails there in the desert with Brad and family and friends. Hope to go back there in the new year sometime.

[@davidpatrick1813]

Having the drones for surveillance is really nice. Some of them, I think, have programing where it will fly back and land from where it took off if the battery gets low. Point is, it might be neat to fly it at night and get some distance and moon shots and have it fly back and land... something like that. Also, for the future it might be nice to learn and play 3D chess.

[@EFRT]

We can try that. We check out 3D chess. Have a wonderful day

[@carollyngillespie3860]

Merry Christmas, y'all. And have a blessed and happy New Year.

[@misskat3218]

Wow. Incredible beauty and peace. Thanks for sharing.

[@kathrynmauro8673]

Good Morning from Georgetown, Texas 🖐 I started watching your videos in July. It is one of the best channels out there. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family ❤️ May God Bless you and your family on this winter adventure 🙏 🙌🙏

[@EFRT]

Thank you!

[@mikemckenna8530]

Hello from 50 degrees Central Texas!

[@jodyreay733]

So peaceful and full of Holiday treasures! Merry Christmas from Rougemont, NC USA ❤❤

[@zizouaziz1184]

Une magnifique familles .j'aime beaucoup ce que vous faîtes .et l'endroit ou vous filmé et incroyable .je vous aimes ..de la Tunisie 😍😍😍😍

[@EFRT]

Thank you for watching in Tunisia 🇹🇳

[@donnad4883]

Love this adventure, what an amazing test of your skills!

[@lilivicordero8077]

Beautiful video..beautiful family ❤

[@EFRT]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@stefandelange6079]

Good afternoon from Johannesburg South Africa 🇿🇦. I am loving this series at the cabin. With our warm climate in general and it being summer here now this is completely new to me. Looking forward to an upload from my favorite KZbin family on Christmas day next Sunday. Wishing the whole family a wonderful Christmas. My God bless you and keep you. May His face shine upon you. 💙🙏💙

[@EFRT]

Thank you. And thank you for watching in South Africa 🇿🇦 a very merry Christmas to you.

[@North-SouthAdventures]

Watched your video today and it was great ! We live in Nova Scotia but we decided to spend Christmas in Fort Myers where we own a condo . The weather has been great but going to be chilly at Christmas. Take care guys !

[@EFRT]

Have fun! Enjoy beautiful Ft Myers.

[@americonoffroadadventures8132]

Interesting time. Looks like your family is enjoying the adventure. Merry Christmas

[@EFRT]

Thank you! You too!

[@sharimeisel8786]

I’ve collected rocks throughout my travels and mountain climbing in my life too! 👍🏽👍🏽 Great memories!

[@EFRT]

Awesome to hear from others who do the same thing. Hope you have a wonderful day!

[@KN4OKadventures]

Good Morning from Alabama. Have you considered Ham Radio? I have been an operator for over 45 years.

[@EFRT]

Good morning to you in Alabama. Yes, We hope to get licensed in the New Year. Ham Radio would be great for both our cabin life and overland travels.

[@hitthetrail]

HI Guys, Brilliant to see you all having such a great time and settling into Cabin life, well done Carol for the plunge in the icy cold water, if you have not already check Wim Hoff he is the master of the cold and will be able to teach you how to get the most out of ice bathing. Have a fantastic Christmas all of you!, Russ, Claire & Ned. Surrey, England.

[@EFRT]

Yes, we’ve been learning a lot from him. Thank you and a happy New Year to you!

[@EigerSummitOffroad]

What an awesome milestone in your journey, guys. Love it!

[@kristatjaden8129]

Coffee with the most amazing people

[@nickbristol3457]

Just wonderful to watch! Merry Christmas to all of you and thank you!

[@darleneanthony1840]

Hello from Brewton Alabama

[@deboraholmsted7394]

The lake icing up is quite an adventure thank you for sharing. Merry Christmas to all !

[@lorenzogonzalez8695]

Good morning from sunny Miami!!!! Blessings

[@EFRT]

Good morning to you in Miami.

[@SJ-EOR]

I appreciate your family and their tireless sharing of your lives. I’m always so thankful to see what you are up too. This season of you being on the island has been so awesome. Can’t wait for more and I think you are the only channel I get notices from. Have an awesome Christmas and NY! Thanks again.

[@EFRT]

You’re welcome and thanks for watching. A very merry Christmas to you too!

[@dedwin8930]

Lando is in his winter heaven!! How do u keep Lando off the thin ice? My Lab fell thru once but managed to get out...

[@EFRT]

We keep a pretty close eye on him out there but thankfully he’s stayed off it so far and doesn’t wander off. Have a wonderful day.