Flooded trail leaves off grid family stranded 5 miles back in the woods with below FREEZING TEMPS

We live five miles back off the road in the middle of the wilderness in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
Winter has come and flooded a nearby creek that passes along our only way in or out, making our trail impossible to pass.
Here’s what we had to do.

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

Brother, I can not express enough how much respect and admiration I have for you and what your doing! No complaining and whining about all the things you can’t do, you just get it done! I know your family realizes what a real man you are and they have to be so proud to call you father, and husband! Watching you go through the struggles of just maintaining the basic necessities of life should make anyone think twice about the obstacles in there life being too challenging. Keep plugging away brother, your a true inspiration to others! Look forward to the next video 🇺🇸. Also let me give major props to you wife and children, I know it’s a team effort keeping thing together, I didn’t want to glaze over their incredible strengths as well. Huge applause to the entire family!!

[@fionalewis3121]

Amen!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you. My wife and kids are some strong people and I try not to take advantage of that. But we are all getting stronger as we go. We’re hoping to move our homestead soon! That’ll be in another video

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

9252Life Off Grid. - that is awesome, wishing you and your family the best and hope you get to move to a location that works better for you. You are no doubt dealing with challenges that would crumble the average team, but you definitely don’t have an average team, your a team of the most incredible hard working family I watch on KZbin for sure, I watch some channels and they complain about what ever it is that are going through, and I want to comment with a link to your channel and say you think you have struggles??…..Lol but I either leave a positive moment or nothing at all. There are way to many opinionated people out there that know it all….lol. Thanks for the reply as always and look forced to you next video, stay safe and stay warm 🇺🇸

[@MaynardHood]

Interesting...

[@larrellpalmer5179]

MY heart goes out to you and family especially the children, I hope when spring begins you will get some help fix your road also try put the water that cross the road in a culver under ground once and for all.

[@Yourmomma568]

I grew up somewhere similar. On winter, we'd park the truck at the end of the plowed road, and use snowmobiles to get from the house to the main road that was plowed.

[@mimiso2522]

Reminds me of the phrase "Lord willing and the creek don't rise."

[@richevanscpa]

Or even if it does!

[@muskegonhunterscamp]

These creek videos are the best, I don't say that lightly. This one and the one recorded April 16th 2022 when ya went in to get Naomi's car. The best.

[@Jammer.1]

At least the young ladies are not a bunch wimps & you are teaching them to be strong ! Our prayers are with you daily !

[@9252LIFE]

For sure!

[@SimpleLifeReclaimed]

HANDS DOWN YALL ARE THE MOST HARDCORE BAD ASS OFF GRID FAMILY ON KZbin!!! MUCH RESPECT! Love your fam.😍🤗

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Mel and Gary! I hope all that brick laying ain’t wearing y’all out too much! 😆

[@MaddogCapt11]

Great to see you back! Still got your sense of humor.

[@maryranch5329]

Oh my goodness Chad... Take care and stay warm...🥶 Burrrrr. I like the one person comment..truck on both sides of the creak and a boat to go across with...wow...Take care and blessings my friends 💞

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Mary. I hope you are doing well

[@jaredscabinlife2868]

That’s one beast of a Jeep good thing you have that!

[@9252LIFE]

You must not of gotten to the part where it breaks?

[@jaredscabinlife2868]

Lol that’s probably why I shouldn’t comment while watching the video! I’m glad you guys were able to finally make it through! Man you guys are deep in the bush, I’m only about a mile in

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great video Chad

[@nickbeam9180]

True definition of a loving father! Your the man!

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

Yes he is!! I’m seeing a common theme in these comments, you and your family are truly inspiring!!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@ilzitek2419]

I have been concerned about your family... Not seeing you for a while...

[@jeremorris7223]

Damn man….I was holding my breath this whole video….hang in there😱😱😱👍👍👍

[@sandyc6569]

Wished i was rich because if i were yur family is one i would want to help! Bless yur hearts!! Will keep yur family in my thoughts and prayers! god bless! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@9252LIFE]

Sandy you help us plenty by watching our videos and giving us positive vibes! ❤️

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

I was thinking the same thing, if I was a rich person, it would be people like you I would love to share the wealth with. Damn hard worker!

[@countrymud8347]

Great job driving! Good to see someone who knows how to off-road properly. Amazing work taking care of your family in adverse conditions! You’re a beast sir!

[@tedwalsh24]

Makes total sense now..I wouldn’t be in the mood for filming after work!! Keep up the great work..its still better than living in the big city

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@larryparish5984]

Believe you might need "a few" dump truck loads of gravel on your road before next winter & one of those Amish wagons (they're enclosed). If nothing else, twice a day during the week, you've got yourself a team of 4 pack mules 🤣. You guys have a great day & stay safe 😊.

[@9252LIFE]

Yep 😆

[@livinginthe9065]

Glad you and your family are safe. I've lived in the UP near Lake Superior for 60-plus years, born and raised. 9 months of snow and cold, 3 months of growing season outdoors, and months of mosquitoes, no-see-ums, deer flies, and fish flies. Number one survival tool is pre-planning for the winter. Do it 12 months of the year. Cut wood, stack wood, cover wood, and burn wood. Enough supplies on site. Lots of hay and feed for animals. Fuel to last the winter. Well-insulated houses. Reliable snowmobiles and ATVs. Good clothes suitable for the north country. You can't be caught unprepared for any situation. Bottom line is plannning. Sorry to hear about your deal with the snowmobiles and also your property, water, etc., but this is real life in the 906. It's not an easy life.

[@9252LIFE]

I hear you. It’s not easy at all! It had been very hard and has brought many hard lessons that we needed. And the fresh air out here in the dead of winter is absolutely awesome!

[@dianapollex3266]

Lord I pray that you'll have mercy on this family. They sure can use all the blessings You can pour down on them. In Jesus Holy name Amen

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Diana

[@oregonjay3609]

I admire your tenacity, But there comes a time that enough is enough....I believe you can find something better with easier access for both you and your families safety. Hugs and stay safe

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you. Stay tuned and see what we come up with.

[@thistleberrycottage2792]

I’m worried sick about you guys. No report in 13 days. I pray you are all ok.

[@9252LIFE]

@@thistleberrycottage2792 we are great! Lots of snow and lots of getting stuck. But we are managing and enjoying our winter adventures.

[@sunkissed5889]

Been missing you ! Glad to see a video!

[@HeatherJ.Hopper]

Glad you and the ladies are doing well. Huge love ❤ from Canada. Also know, I voted for you in Ridgelife's best KZbin beard contest. Good luck.

[@9252LIFE]

Hey thank you Heather. I haven’t had a chance to watch much of any KZbin lately. Who won?

[@bobstewart4342]

To live there you need a truck on both sides of the river/lake and a boat for the middle.

[@amandabolden2077]

Oh man that’s some scary stuff right there so glad you’re all safe. You guys are awesome trooping on through all those challenges! Take care y’all. Keeping you all in my prayers, God bless!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Amanda

[@HUNPER1]

awesome memories your developing there. your kids will be telling the stories to their grandchildren.

[@9252LIFE]

Most definitely.

[@sovereigns1grace]

The past couple days I've been hoping y'all are OK since no videos. Then excited to see one. Then mortified to see what you've been dealing with. I pray that when the weather is good enough (& you might have the resources or someone can help) a bridge over the creek or a culvert might happen. Watching you navigate that was horrific. The only reason I could actually watch was ... you posted the video & I knew you made it OK (for now). Your determination is out of this world. I wish I had any kind of resource that could help. Sending love & prayers.

[@UncaDave]

Definitely need a bridge over all that or a culvert that takes that water somewhere. If they are going to stay there these problems need resolution somehow. I know all of us worry for this family if any of the kids or Mom and Dad need emergency care. Even clear a helo pad area and give the GPS coordinates to the local hospital if they have a Medical-vac helicopter. It’s getting crazy out there with that weather.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you.

[@danielcole1513]

Glad y’all are doing well.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@victoriabecraft6166]

Great to see you guys back!! So sorry about your road issue. My husband was saying, "We should drive up there and help them out!" You could definitely use a culvert and that portion of the road built up. Still praying for endurance and safety through this winter for you and your awesome family! Praying you are able to purchase a wood stove soon so you won't have the major expense of diesel. Two KZbin Channels which may be an encouragement are Boss of the Swamp and Doug and Stacie. Boss of the Swamp has a situation like yours when it comes to winter snow. They have it mastered on how to travel through their heavily snowed mountain. He also has a wonderful video on his off grid refrigeration!!! They heat their cabin with a wood fired kitchen stove. Doug and Stacie have a very good video on rain water catchment which may help you out tremendously with the lack of a well. They also heat their cabin with a wood fired kitchen stove. We pray you all have a very blessed day! Looking forward to those future videos!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Victoria. We have a plan to fix all these problems. Stay tuned for that. Also we took the woodstove out this fall to save time without having to mess with firewood this winter. Sometimes money is cheaper than time. I have heard of those KZbin channels and every now and then I will get a chance to watch a few videos but usually just stick to my favorites like Gridlessness, Good Simple Living, Bushradical, and Girl In The Woods. Anyway take care and stay warm. Nice hearing from you.

[@buggsfeld]

We were just up your way (Paradise) a couple weeks back and could not get to our off grid cabin either. The Raptor only made it a few feet onto the two track before it sunk thru the snowmobile trails. Came to the realization that we will have to buy sleds next year to shuttle us from preacher lake road public parking lot to the cabin, which is what the previous owner told us they did for the last 40 years. Asked a local with a plow if he’d try to open it up and he said no, mainly because the seasonal roads get to hard-packed with snowmobilers. Admire your grit and determination, your family is awesome!

[@9252LIFE]

We really need a couple new snowmobiles that are dependable as we bought two junkers that break just by looking at em!

[@larryparish5984]

Looks like you might need a team of horses & a buckboard. Kids would love that 😊. A berm along the creek where it's prone to overflow could be another project later this year.

[@sunnyqzado3455]

ya a berm along the trail and maybe an extra culvert pipe at where its supposed to cross the trail. hard to get a good feel of the situation from those limited vids in the dark. 🤔😏

[@dragonslayer19695]

A berm could make it worse, If it still floods at the crossing, then it will fill up like a pool between the berms.

[@MichaelR58]

Great to visit again , I really enjoy watching your videos , glad you are alright , thanks for sharing ,God bless !

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Michael

[@allanhover5008]

Glad your all doing ok I was really worried about yaw all and animals and dogs too love yaw all

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Allan

[@tahoesnowlion]

A lot of respect for this entire family. I know it's not easy. 🤗

[@rodcharlton1889]

Glad to see you're still hanging in there. I remember those days when I lived in Montana. Some days it was just hunker down next to the fire and just hibernate for a couple days waiting for things to freeze solid. Stay double prepared all the time and I'm sure you will be fine. An old timer told me once that the key to success was NEVER rush it. Think it through, plan, and prepare. And really, I would rather be out there with you than living in the city even with the road the way it is.

[@glennpringle4077]

Great seeing y’all!! Understand now why the videos took a break !! Just glad y’all ok . Stay safe and prayers for you and family 🙏🏻

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Glenn

[@Maggie-eo3rd]

Ohhh mercy!!!!!!! I was a mess watching you do this! ☹️🤔🤪 You have to figure something out! This was terribly stressful and I was just sitting in my recliner. Build a bridge over it this Spring / Summer PLEASE!!!! 🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏💜🙏 for you guys!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Maggie

[@wolfmantiptip6218]

I see you and the Family are still Hanging Tough ....

[@9252LIFE]

Barely 😆

[@dragonslayer19695]

WOW, Prayers for you and your family. You all are a tough bunch. Especially those girls of yours.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Jim

[@JourneyOnLife]

Wow. Very incredible. Let's count our blessings I guess.

[@Kentucky2Country]

Was missing and worrying about you guys but kept you all in my prayers.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@jameswhite6651]

I'm just happy y'all are safe.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you James

[@tammysarrazin7078]

that mess looks like me when i get my wheelchair stuck in the snow lol...............so glad you are all ok please take it easy hugsssssss

[@9252LIFE]

😆

[@johnnymelendez4836]

Great to hear from you guys. You are the true man of steel⚒️, kudos on your will, and determination. God Bless You All😇. 🗽🇺🇸

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Johnny

[@carolynmesser7199]

Wow Chad it seems impossible to function there , I applaud your fortitude ! 💕💕🙏🙏

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you. How have you been?

[@patrickgilhooly8340]

We here in Texas look for more videos. You live in a REAL TUFF PLACE, please keep at it. Come spring please get that tractor to work, build a raised road with huge drain pipes, only you can conquer that five miles of hell. We are rooting for you all. Get your TEAM to create more home school videos. Stay safe.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Patrick

[@ablelock]

The main thing is you guys need to be safe out there we’ll see the videos when you get a chance to make them I’m sure we all understand that you got your hands full on this trying to stay warm and taking care of your kids and your animals just taken care of everything that’s the most things and needed this time well look forward to more videos as you can get them out no big deal wonderful video keep up the good work.

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

Ditto!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@HappyHenHomestead]

I didn’t think that was going to end well. I am so glad it did

[@cint4347]

So...I am watching you try to drive through high icy waters and feeling really bad and saying OMG and trying to pick my jaw off the floor. Then, lo and behold, you move the camera to give us a better view. LOL, that's our Chad for ya. Always thinking of us first. I was impressed when you walked over the truck and got into the drivers side. ha It that would have been me, I would have been soaking wet.

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

Ditto lol

[@onababona6101]

I could not believe when he went into that half frozen soup to move camera for better view!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@9252LIFE]

Gotta get them shots or people don’t believe how terrible it is out here! 😆

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

😃

[@simplisticminimalistic7435]

I was wondering why no videos in so long .....well now we all know....God Bless all of you ! Maybe a snowmobile would be better than a hike ? But what do I know ...it takes heart and dedication to do what you all did ... living off grid looked hard until I watch this video. ....You all are amazing..

[@9252LIFE]

A snowmobile wouldn’t make it through that area

[@simplisticminimalistic7435]

@@9252LIFE see that's why I dont live off grid...I would of tried one either drown or froze to death....

[@jamesbartucci7607]

Glad to see you and your beautiful family are doing well love your videos and just love how you and your family get through the tuff times together it's awesome to see that your family still loves being off grid can't wait for more videos you guys are a awesome family..

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

Ditto 😃

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you. I’m not exactly sure how much we’re all actually loving living off grid like this to be honest. 😆

[@bigtransitadventures7449]

That is a honest response, you have to be dealing with the hardest situation during the hardest time of the year, I’m pulling for you guys big time, good things come to good people that work hard, your checking all the boxes, you’ll look back one day and chuckle 😃🇺🇸

[@deenice5444]

Another wild expedition. I enjoyed watching thank you. Peace and blessings.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@RidgeLife]

You guys are the most hardcore off grid family I know!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Tim

[@amerritt261]

Missed seeing your videos. Nice to see you're still with us. Been missing the awesome entertainment.

[@amerritt261]

If you watch the highway department, when they are doing paving they grind up the road first. Here we are are allowed to it it by the truck load. If you were to buy about 4 truck loads you may eliminate your problem. Not sure what it would cost but here it is $125 a load.

[@johnwest8771]

So glad you put up a video I was getting worried I'm glad you and the girls are okay hang in there

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you John

[@portugalonawingandaprayer473]

Wow … now a lot of you tubers who claim to be off-grid can really see what it’s like to be OFF-GRID … hats off to you and your family …. 🙏☘️😘

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@oldsmokeeater7075]

Sure just glad to see Y'all are alright. I know what tough adventure just to go to work, shopping and laundry. Praying it stays solid for the next several months. Boy all of you have such Grit, My respect is hard for me to put to words. I will keep you as always in my prayers .

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you.

[@johnswick4593]

Man O Man! I think I'd consider dumping about 100 YDS of rip rap in that low spot, then go over the top of that with 2-4", and maybe a couple of culverts. It's awesome you have the Jeep with lockers. I was wondering where you guys have been; and now I know. Spring is only a couple months away

[@jimthompson9992]

Wow, young man...you, your lovely wife and those beautiful young ladies...that is some REAL hard living! The only time you really want to see those deep negative temperatures is now! Everything about this adventure is making all of you so much stronger...and considering the way the world is going, you and your family will be on top of the heap! My hat is off to you all for living your dream, with all its ups and downs...I'm positive you will persevere! So much respect and admiration for "my" off grid family!!! You're survivors, for sure! You'll get all these situations conquered and you'll come out stronger...I'd bet it all on that! Take care, stay safe, and God bless you all! Keeping you in my prayers. ✌🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Jim. It’s been quite the adventure! 😆

[@Diego_Leon]

oh my god, i've never seen anyone drive through such a bad place... greetings from europe... take good care of yourselves and your family

[@9252LIFE]

Hi. Thank you! You take care as well

[@randymiller1604]

I hope you put up a new video soon I can’t seem to find a video I But I haven’t already seen keep them coming guys

[@9252LIFE]

Yeah we are filming but haven’t been able to edit and upload yet. We’ll get something out soon.

[@sharonswisher7274]

Welcome back fellow Michigander. Your drive is something! On top of everything else you have to do there, now you have to do something with that driveway. Look forward to your next excursion.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Sharon

[@unboundfootprints3119]

I'm glad ya'll are doing ok. That gray beard thawed nicely!

[@9252LIFE]

Lol thanks Jill

[@thomastrieschmann2682]

I was wondering where youall went but now I can understand what with the frozen swamp and all. Keep on roughing it and look forward to more posts.

[@kai82holman69]

Love love this guy. So great with his girls!!

[@9252LIFE]

❤️

[@PaullaWells]

I've been thinkin' about y'all and wondering how difficult life might have become during the heart of the winter. Bless your hearts! You're makin' it though. SO, keep trudging and keep growin'. Y'all got this!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Paulla

[@debbiemiller7342]

Prayers for your safety! Good to see everyone!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Debbie

[@jrrobertson3176]

So glad to see you guys back and safe..

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@Brenda-rx4wk]

Omg you guys are so amazing. You never give up you just tackle what's in front if you and go on. I sure hope there will be a solution to that flooding issue. Maybe it's possible to redirect it somehow. But there's no doubt it's going to take big bucks to have even the road fixed. But you certainly have your hands full. I'm praying for yas. Stay safe dear friends and keep the faith.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Brenda we have a plan

[@shellybielawski1773]

God Bless y’all glad to see that you guys are doing okay this is what you call roughing it for sure you are doing such a wonderful job taking care of yourself and your family. Love y’all! Stay safe and warm.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Shelly

[@williamhoogerhyde243]

Now that's hard core life there can't wait for the next one stay safe out there u guys

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you William

[@ronwig7665]

Glad you guys are alright, I sent you a email asking about you all, come spring I’ll be doing something about that creek washing out the road

[@9252LIFE]

I believe i responded to your email? And we’re definitely doing something about this situation

[@mikepayne5032]

Glad you are all still alive

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Mike

[@kentuckybluegrassliving7718]

Y’all having a hard winter hope all is well love your family !

[@9252LIFE]

Yeah it’s been crazy! 😆 Have a great night David

[@fredsimmons2793]

Happy Sabbath to Chad and family!He alone is worthy!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Fred. Unfortunately we never worked so hard on a Sabbath. Didn’t have much choice in the matter in this one.

[@fredsimmons2793]

@@9252LIFE My heart is with you kids, Chad! So is my hands if needed!

[@9252LIFE]

@@fredsimmons2793 thank you. We had a crew come to our rescue. Will be posting a couple videos on it soon. Take care my friend..

[@onababona6101]

It is C R A Z Y!!!!!!! Start packing!!!! I am glad that you all are alright - I am not sure if I ever be after watching that video!!!! Stay safe!!!

[@9252LIFE]

Lol it’s a real good time.. other than all the bad times.. 😆

[@KMT65]

Love the videos Chad. Happy you can get in and out, at least for now. You are one tough cookie, and your attitude about it, is far better than mine would be. I wish I knew how to help you, or what advice to give, I just don't know. I was thinking maybe you could pick up a couple used snowmobiles and leave the vehicles out at the road. You could go around the flooding in the woods (make a small side trail) with the snow machines? Hang in there buddy👍

[@sovereigns1grace]

Now that's a great idea!

[@9252LIFE]

We cannot due to the creek. We couldn’t get around it. You’d have to really see it to understand what I’m saying. I’ve looked for a way but not happenen 😆

[@Dstumpf6]

We lived north of McMillan back in the 70’s. Not off grid and it was tough as hell back then. Prayers for you all. Make sure you got a good supply of brandy.

[@davcox100]

Blimey Chad. It’s like your going to the North Pole everyday. I have to say I have never known anyone with as much determination as you and the family. Hope you and the family had a wonderful Christmas and New Year 🥂🍾🎉

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you David.

[@fredsimmons2793]

Happy Sabbath ! Peace and health to Outpost 925 Off Grid! Your loved.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank Fred! Happy Sabbath

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Prayers that things improve. Love your channel.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Becky

[@daveneil3963]

Damn, like I told you before I'll never complain about the unplowed uphill road I had to drive out to get to a main road! My drive was an absolute cake walk compared to your next to impossible drive out and in! Man do I admire you for what you have to do just to get out to a main road!!! And all with no complaining! I did notice a little bit of sarcasm, but what the heck, I liked that you said how great to be off grid and all the exercise you get and a family outing too. Don't think I could keep my cool doing what you have to do every day! I enjoyed the video but I would have enjoyed it more if it wasn't so difficult on all of you!! Thanks for taking us along and I hope things get better! That repair on the Jeep is not going to be much fun at all.

[@9252LIFE]

Yeah when you hear sarcasm that mean I’m getting a bit frustrated. 😆 We have a plan. Stay tuned

[@Longtrailside]

I feel your pain,,, Glad to see that you all are okay, even though your taking some hits on the chin. I did miss you all, and if it was in my means to help you i would. Take care 9252life family, your youtube family wishes you all well.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you.

[@bendall248]

Living through the hard days make the good days so much sweeter. Hang in there Wilderness Family!

[@tmacmi9095]

Yep that trail is now an ice road only, I hope the weather stays cold enough up there for it to remain frozen for rest of winter. I do hope and pray you guys can find property suited more for your needs🙏. Good to see a video, was wondering how you been😊

[@9252LIFE]

We are looking at something now

[@dalevodden1359]

Since this video was done two weeks ago I want to wish you and your family a Happy Valentine's Day and I hope you guys are doing good up there God bless and again Happy Valentine's Day

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Dale! We are doing much better now. Been working on a couple videos and hoping to have one out soon. Take care

[@fisherus]

Glad to you're still kicking. I thought it was bad at my off-grid farm in Northern Idaho with the 82 inches of snow that has fallen here so far this winter. At least it melts off before the next three feet falls. I know that I have probably shoveled more than you have but only used my winch to pull out others. Don't think I would trade you places as we haven't been below -9F so far this year. Your girls are creating a lifetime of good memories to reflect on, the best legacy a parent can leave their children. Good video, will await the next one!

[@9252LIFE]

That’s a lot of snow! Oh man now that the jeeps down I’ve been doing this fun workout called shoveling for at least two-3 hours a day.. 😆 💪 fun stuff! Take care Craig !

[@jonfornwald]

Every time I watch one of your videos I feel shame about the way I whine and complain when things in my life don't go as planned. You are truly an inspiration and example of what a person can accomplish and how to handle hardships. You're making myself and others better people by sharing your life with us. Thank you Chad and God bless you and your family.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Jon. I hope you’re having a great weekend so far!

[@robinmoore5181]

OMG, this is memories for later years, wow. You and your family are amazing. I feel so bad for all your struggles. This is way beyond the average of grid. Praying for better weather. Blessings to all and strength to overcome. 🌸🙏

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Robin

[@offgridhomesteadingmcgarve1494]

I feel lucky after watching this. Always an adventure. Stay warm and have a great day..!!

[@9252LIFE]

Yeah your place seems much more ideal. Other than the California part. 😂

[@banann64]

Hello y’all!. Oh my how horrible for you all. Glad to see you all are ok. Hadn’t seen a video in a while. You sure are inspiring all of you!. Putting you in my prayers. In hopes for good fortune!’. That’s some crazy video!. Good job . Take care🙏🏽❤️🙌🏽

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Ann

[@geraldguyette470]

I thought this was ice road truckers for a sec ,that was a tough crossing . My heart goes out to you and your family , you are an inspiration to all of us . Keep a stiff upper lip and God bless .

[@9252LIFE]

Lol thanks Gerald! Take care

[@TheJwd310]

Glad y’all got it worked out for now.good to see y’all back we have missed you..hope that trail smooths out for ya..keep us updated as you can…

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Jay.

[@Jagent]

I just caught up on your entire catalogue of content. Between the flooded trail, rotten support beams, and that dang well... Anyone who dreams of homesteading can get quite an education learning from your trials and tribulations. Keep it up. You have a wonderful, and inspiring family!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you. Have a great day

[@dfoltz268]

Glad to see your all safe! Those are some rough conditions for sure!

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Dave

[@ChildOfGod0777]

I have been wondering where you have been!!! I was worried if its 17 in Texas it must be cold in the UP, i grew up in Michigan so i know all too well what those temps feel like, you handle it like a pro, and so do your daughters and wife....they are amazing!! You all are! Prayers to you all and God Bless🙏❤

[@9252LIFE]

-19 this morning but man it felt much colder! 😆 Stay warm down there! Take care.

[@victoriasprintcafe]

I was worried about all of you. So glad you are all ok. That looks like a rough way to go for all of you right now. I hope winter is short and you can get back to enjoying the off grid life soon and be safe.

[@9252LIFE]

Winters up here are never short. The only thing really nice about winter is that the bugs are not swarming us. 😂

[@herdagriffin1220]

You are truly a boss at figuring stuff out.lol a reall mcgyver,you are the best person to get in those situations with,your family is blessed.you have a strong family,you guys have been hit with lots of hurdles,but you dont give up.you roll with the punches,your wife is totally awesome.most women would of given up.pls stay safe.hope you figure a solution with that water eventually...which I know you will.

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you

[@UpperSkyDJ]

Way awesome to see you all once again, albeit tired your looking good.😉 Did I see a pair of snowshoes in there somewhere? They can be work the first few times you break trail back and forth, but once it's packed down there nice to have for backups. Essentially if you go around the road and cut a winter walking trail up out of the water. Good luck, stay warm, you'll make it!!! 👍🏼🙏👍🏼

[@9252LIFE]

No snowshoes. Need them some day

[@kevintulak9987]

I see some good corduroy road building in your future. When I was a kid I swear my dad would get stuck so he would have a reason to build corduroy roads. I go over some them now and they are still standing up almost 50 years later. Hang in there and enjoy your free workouts. Thanks for sharing.

[@9252LIFE]

Isn’t that dropping a bunch of trees in the road?

[@LisaGriffiths460]

You are such a down to earth, strong family. i'm praying that things get easier for you all, the way you all work together is amazing. Take care and may all your futures be blessed. x

[@9252LIFE]

Thank you Lisa

[@sarahstrahm3072]

You have nerves of steel! Watching that icy water move like that... made me nervous watching it. Glad you all are ok.

[@9252LIFE]

It was pretty wild but had no choice really