ALONE - One Year Later!

[@user-cj8to9dz5z]

"One step at a time." Great lesson, Dad. Good work raising men.

[@jonathancampbell6126]

I’d be lying if I said me and my wife didn’t get teary eyed watching that finale. You’re the man Clay. Also big hat tip to the family for making it through you being gone.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Jonathan

[@rossmcleod7983]

Same. I blamed the hay fever.

[@OxHeadup]

Yessir

[@johnnyg2983]

Shit I cried 🤣🤣( my girl was at work)

[@markhenderson6198]

That's a man being a dad right there. Much respect.

[@bradlafferty]

Those are sure some lucky boys to have outings like these with their parents. Good life lessons that should stand them well.

[@brightman2011]

Really loved the interaction between father and sons, THAT is how it should be done!

[@visnuexe]

What a lucky child! Great experiences in building character. He may not appreciate it until he has had a chance to try on his own in the world. Same with your other son!

[@lbs9587]

There would be no criminals in this world if every son could have that kind of relationship with their father.

[@fiacmar]

Pretty awesome wife and Mom in the mix don’t hurt.

[@TXZRO]

Thanks. Giving me tips to be a better dad

[@soleillebolduc2448]

You are raisin em right and living a dream that a lot of people strive for. Awesome job being self sufficient, humble, learning and teaching!

[@clayhayeshunter]

😊

[@ronland1821]

I can’t hit like enough. You two are outstanding parents.

[@jamesbarnes7689]

Family, what is missing in the world today. World needs more people like you and your wife. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks James

[@swilliam81]

Your youngest is built for it. You can see his passion. Season 20 winner is right!

[@douglasjackson8556]

Everything about this guy is amazing salute to you and your family Clay

[@joea104]

Man Clay I wish I can be a great Father to my kids the way you are. You are still one of my Favorite Alone WINNERS

[@troydixon9019]

You're making memories that all of you will cherish forever. Them boys are giving you just as much as you are giving them if not more

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks for watching Troy

[@elizabethgonzalez508]

what a wonderful representation of father and son.

[@jacquiblanchard3131]

"One step at a time' is our new family motto and this video is the perfect demonstration of what that means. Thanks all!

[@fishdoggydog2001]

Hard for the families when a person is gone that long. Glad to hear you paid off the house, it provides such freedom to not have debt.

[@madeleinec147]

I binged S8 on Netflix and the whole time I'm thinking Clay does NOT sound like he's from Idaho. Kept thinking he's got to have Southern roots. I was right!! Such a cool dude. Inspired me to finally get into archery instead of just watching from afar. Congrats on the win!

[@the.reel.mccoy.]

I love the positive teaching and hands on life you have with your boys. Hope to have that with my kids one day.

[@clayhayeshunter]

You are so kind

[@cynthiagiberson3678]

Hubby and I just finished watching your season. We picked you out from the beginning and rooted for you the whole way. We got choked up with you in the end! Congratulations! Loving this video of what happened after the show. Thanks for sharing and showing us all your family adventures.

[@stephanieruzzorealty]

The best lesson to teach our children: One Step At A Time. Love it! Your season on Alone was the first one we watched. Congrats on winning!

[@terryqueen3233]

Your boys were the winners of the alone test you just done the work. I'm sure you're very proud of you kids it's always a thrill that they go with you on your hunts. Keep your powder dry

[@chiefqueef5712]

I wish I had a Father like you. Much respect Clay. I hope to one day be like you

[@gregbagwell5543]

Clay, I usually get pretty lengthy in discussions...take after my dad I guess. But my wife’s reaction I think can’t be improved upon. She was reading, yet listening to your video. She stopped reading and commented how cool it was about your son’s realization that he made the trek to the lake...”one step at a time”! For a father who has loss a son, I understand the importance of that shared time between a father and a son.

[@EasyGoingMC]

This reminds me so much of going camping with my dad when I was in middle school and early high school. Wish I could still do that more often with him

[@MrRyanmcmahon]

Rad hunt for the kids. They will never forget it.

[@Akchick_907]

I just watched the season on Netflix, I cried tears of joy when you won and called your family. Congratulations 🎉

[@nicoleswegel833]

I just started watching Alone for the 1st time ever. Oddly, I have only seen season 8, thus far. Would you believe that I picked you out to be the winner at the very beginning of the season? My intuition is always strong. Anyway, I love the way you and your wife are raising your boys. What a great world we would have if every parent did the same. I’m a biology teacher and can spot good teaching. Kudos to you and your wife. 🙂

[@edgegymnastics8409]

I picked him too. It was so obvious he would win! He was made for that challenge!

[@scottcarlin8889]

Same here Clay all the way....

[@scottcarlin8889]

Damn Paramount we want the rest of the seasons 😔

[@RERKS21]

Been watching your videos for about a week now. I have two boys as well, 1 and 2. Man, the way you have raised your boys hits home for me. I'm trying to raise them in a similar way. You're a great Dad. Thanks for letting us have a glimpse into yall's life. Way to go.

[@papajeff5486]

Enjoy these days and hikes with your boys. It won’t be long until their legs and lungs will be stronger, last longer than yours. I was a bit sad when it happened with me and my dad. I was much harder hit when it happened with me and my daughters. Time has a way of slipping away. It so good to watch the youngsters grow and progress. Loved this video. Strong work, well done. Kentucky

[@judithfrenette7193]

congrats from Australia, Clay, you and Roland are 2 of my favourite winners of the US show, ( I am a new die hard fan of the show since we started our own Alone show in Australia ) both excellent hunters and frontier men and stay calm under pressure, Clay, you are a wonderful father and it was touching to see how your love for your boys and family values helped to get you through and you had some wonderful inspiring words of wisdom for us all, your parents must be so proud of you

[@douglasbidwell3229]

The most happy and peaceful and meaningful journeys in my life were right beside My Dad! A quiet man who was most content in the midst of his "Family Brood" , a simple man of infinite patience, uncompromising character, an extreme yet unassumingly high intelligent, and a depth of Love and Understanding for His Family and fellow man rarely seen today! A Proud Husband, Father, and US Marine! Till the moment He left to rejoin Our Father in Heaven! We knew we were fortunate to have Him! Love Ya Pop!

[@dmac6599]

It's so great to see a father raising men to appreciate nature and have respect for it . You are setting the example that more dads need to follow. Your boys are so blessed to have a dad that takes the time and has the patience to teach them skills that will carry them so far in life. You are the real deal Clay Hays and I am a true fan of yours.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks DMac

[@skeetermalcolm1655]

You gotta love the way you raise those boys clay,grew up hunting all my life and wouldn't have it any other way, great video brother

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Skeeter

[@JaimeCavazosoutside]

Just watched season eight and it was incredible! Just wanted to say good job Clay. Way to stick it out I'm very impressive on thinking outside the box and your consultation for surviving. Your family I'm sure are super proud and so am I! Good job bud!

[@jamesvanminnen2676]

Clay you are such an inspiration, as a bowyer, hunter, father and man. Hitting home all the way over here in South Africa. Thanks for this great content as always!

[@ymimad49]

what an awesome video. So wonderful to see you raising those boys up to be good capable men. Love it.

[@coralraeartandthings]

I so happy for you and your family!

[@sway696]

Clay, I know I'm late to the game but I don't watch television and just watched your journey on history Channel on KZbin. Congrats sir. And so happy to see you home with your family. Your a great dad and those boys are lucky to have you. I guess I just wanted to say hello to a man I find inspiring. Not sure if you'll ever actually see this because it's an older video but either way I wish you good health and happiness in the future. And many more adventures with your boys. Well done sir, well done. 👏🏻

[@msdee693]

I just watched this final episode a bit ago & I gotta say, you had me so teared up. I was so torn between the two final contestants. All through the show I wanted you to win, but then during the final episode, I wanted you AND Biko to win! I cried for him, but then cried for you too. Your joy, & your wifes joy was pretty heavy. You put up an amazing fight. Great show! I'm hooked! 🥰

[@clayhayeshunter]

Many thanks 😊

[@paigebanks7552]

You are truly an outstanding father. Your education, skill and mindset are laudable, but the encouragement you give your boys is just a pleasure to watch.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Paige

[@mohunter68]

God Bless you and your family Clay, you are raising your boys the right way. They will look back on the memories when Dad took us hunting, fishing, and camping. I really miss my Dad he taught me everything about the outdoors and I impressed him a few times when he said "I've never been able to do that" and it made me proud. A 50 yrd bow shot when I ten ringed a doe in an open field, a 400+ yrd kill shot on a deer under a powerline clear cut. My Dad made all that possible.

[@tsr_outdoors]

Clay I have been a fan for a few years , I love traditional and primitive archery and always make sure I include my kids in our adventures I appreciate you teaching your boys and passing along your knowledge. Family is most important and sometimes we just get too busy to see it I inspired by your journey and I started filming me and my sons scouting trips And will try to get better about actually filming some of our hunts , I appreciate the inspiration from you in that direction and keep them coming bud

[@JohnsonsOutdoorAdventures]

It was such a good season. Can't believe it's been a year already! Looks like a great year in review!

[@Dreareoxo]

Awesome update Clay and family! I wanted to tell you, that I thought your poem at the end the the season on Alone was fantastic. I was really impressed with it. I hope you keep at the poetry, you have a gift!

[@mikewolfe6496]

Great recap. Always enjoy watching your adventures with family. Sometimes makes me wish we did more like you guys. But everyone must make their own, and we have our share. Thanks for sharing yours with us.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Mike

[@davegott996]

I lived my first 55 years in Florida and your videos remind me how much I miss it.

[@clayhayeshunter]

It’s a great place

[@amanda00960]

Just watched your season! I picked you out from the first episode and said- this guy is winning it all. Congratulations! You are AWESOME!! And you have a beautiful family 🥰

[@sterlingmoore6032]

You guys are absolutely amazing. This brings back memories of when my son was a small kid. I had the unforgettable pleasure of teaching him how to hunt, fish, and definitely how to survive in the woods if anything ever dictated such.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Sterling

[@sterlingmoore6032]

@@clayhayeshunter ....You're very welcome!

[@sterlingmoore6032]

@@clayhayeshunter You're welcome, Clay!

[@johnnyjones7427]

Awesome job on your victory.. I wonder a few times were u gonna give in missing your family.. Congrats would love to come see some of your skills one day and learn.. Love the way you train the boyz..

[@tinalehman4591]

Congratulations! well deserved

[@juliamontoya4153]

That was quite an adventure and glad you made it home to your wife and sons. You’re teaching your kids good survival lessons. I think everybody should at leasr some of that knowledge. Creator bless your path and congratulations.

[@Zinferbuddy]

So fun to go along with the adventures you took your family on :)

[@cornelliacrum74]

Clay you had the will, determination and drive. I knew you would be the winner! Awesome!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@jennalynn6978]

Oh this makes me so happy, I just finished watching your season and wow. You are a true survivor and legend of that show, the love you have for your family is truly beautiful

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you

[@bowman321123]

Real meaning to Family! Awesome.

[@YcatsMartinez]

Awww, your doggy making sure she’s not left. ❤️ And then later, her little jingly weinie dog friend.

[@shaggys73]

awesome! thanks for sharing... you are a true roll model for those boys !

[@MrBluesluver]

Great video. Really glad you home school & spend time teaching your boys how to live.

[@PatriotsAndPioneers]

It's awesome to see the Alone Season 20 winner in training.

[@clayhayeshunter]

we're starting early

[@ashleaspruce8185]

Your life is the best Clay. Love to experience that kind of living. Blessings to your family.

[@jmdavis45]

I do love the videos of you hunting with the boys.

[@alchapman7376]

As I type this I know that you and the boys are on Blackbeard Island where several friends of mine are there hunting also. Wishing all of you the best of good luck with the pigs and deer. Also want to say how much I admire you as a man, father, husband, hunter, entrepreneur, bowyer and more. Truly enjoy following you here, thanks so much!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Al

[@charlesleblanc6638]

Quite the adventures .... That little dude Finn is a pure natural.

[@tiketrudel5031]

Loved watching you in season 8, and here. So happy you won, you are the great white hunter! I live in central BC and get in the woods often, I'm going to be watching your vid's 4 sure

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Tike

[@yankeerose9011]

This is what real love, family and blessings look like...❤🙏🔥

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Lori

[@MarksWorld-GetOutdoors]

So enjoy watching u and ur family. It’s great seeing how much ur family enjoys the outdoors.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Mark

[@MarksWorld-GetOutdoors]

Clay if u don’t mind me asking, what type of boat did u purchase? Like the design

[@kathymcdonald2618]

Congratulations on winning Alone! You were awesome on surviving! You’re a great dad! Making wonderful memories for them!

[@richardbaumfalk7301]

Good recap of the past year Clay. Really enjoy watching the boys learn. Reminds me of time with my boys. Love it.

[@donnahoffman1855]

Great video seeing the family all together! What an adventure raising two young men! We cheered you on from Lewiston during the show!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Donna

[@MaineSnowman5509]

You and your family are truly blessed and it's good to see your family being a family, also passing on the traditions and know-how or yesteryear. Have Merry Christmas and I look forward to seeing your next adventure as I always do.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you

[@tradbow25]

Living the dream! God bless you and your family.

[@julesabrego2914]

Learned alot from watching the show. May God continue to bless your family!

[@robshipley7543]

You are living the dream my friend congrats again

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Rob

[@Killemgrillem00]

Watching this during pre bow hunt AM breakfast. What a great journey Congratulations on living our American dream.What lucky boys you have. Thanks for the fantastic video format too.. No BS... Shoot straight.. Dave

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Dave

[@toothless-tiger]

There's nothing greater than a fathers guiding words in a time of risk and adventure. I'm a native Florida Boy too.

[@clayhayeshunter]

thanks AJ

[@caseysmith544]

Cool seeing how your kids when hunting have matured in things like waiting to have the pray come to them or to know distances they can shoot in this year.

[@fulcrum789]

Working at the Hospital in Middle GA. They gave us incentive pay to do our job. Which I would have done anyway. I used the extra to pay off CCard debt. Something I learned from watching you. I cherish the times I get with my wife and kids. I love watching because you are a family man. Continue to encourage others to do the same. For that is our Future. Thankyou Clan Hayes

[@clayhayeshunter]

That is great! paying off that debt is the first step to true freedom!

[@acdclexu6296]

this was absolute beautiful video again some goosebump moments.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks

[@turboprickle]

I enjoyed watching this. This is what it's all about - family. I hope to have a family of mine one day so that I can have these kinds of experiences and be content when I get old that it was a job well done. Cheers!

[@mattbruns556]

Can't compliment this enough.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Matt

[@scorpionbite6769]

Really enjoyed this. Thanks for sharing!

[@jimrowland6089]

Looks like a great way to live life. Very positive lifestyle.

[@michaellesko7141]

Florida boys are just built different

[@jaray7710]

Man those boys are livin’ the life😁

[@alfieroanania3797]

As an Artist who spent my life dedicated to my craft. You’re an inspiration for anyone who wants to accomplish the unattainable. And cherishing every spectacular achievement along the way. God bless you and your family. And keep on with the adventures. You ain’t even close to finishing up just yet! From my family to yours. Much love. Alfiero Juliano.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Wow, thank you!

[@momrocks9971]

Every kid sitting in their room doing virtual classes or masked up in a classroom with stressed out, overworked teachers has got to wish they could go on adventures like this! Your wife seems like she is great at integrating learning opportunities throughout your everyday life. Such a great video to watch during these stressful times. Gives us a glimpse at possibilities! Thank you.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks much

[@Idahoprepper71]

Watching you and your sons hunting is better then any hunting show on TV.

[@clayhayeshunter]

We're glad you enjoy it

[@drfranke]

Blessings to you and your family, Clay!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks 😊

[@wayneaho5098]

Hi, Clayton Hayes. I notice you hunt near Stanley Idaho , I lived in Stanley and also in Garden Valley, Idaho. Live the for 10 years. I shot a huge 6x6 bull elk right behind the airport in Stanley. Those were my hunting grounds. Lots of elk there and I shot one every year. I ordered some Osage to start my bow. I will send you some pictures when completed. Enjoy!!!!!! Francis Wayne Aho

[@chuckcatchings6920]

What an awesome video and lifestyle...ya'll are raising those boys right!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Chuck

[@SingleDadHomesteading]

I think that any man of God needs to watch this and all the rest of your videos to see what the word Father means God bless brother!

[@clayhayeshunter]

You’re too gracious

[@stephenbrooks4715]

I'm happy for you to be able to spend the time with your family you do. I wish everyone would spend more time on raising a family and less time chasing a dollar. I know the money makes it easier, but people seem to like "things" more than they should. We tend to invest more in stuff than in family now days. Love your family.

[@markteaney8381]

You are blessed sir

[@paulinaczarnecki1177]

Seriously gorgeous family, it’s so refreshing to see true masculinity in this world, thank you for showing some of your world to all of us ❤

[@joshwilkinson947]

Youre such an inspirational father Clay. Well done mate. We cant hunt anything with bows here in the UK, but my son (whos 6) and I still shoot our bows as often as we can. I take him out lamping rabbits with our lurchers though, and catapult hunting squirrels. I wish one day to be able to do what youre doing with youre boys, big game and fishing trips. All the best to you and your family.

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Josh, perhaps to a different country. There area a lot of bowhunters in France.

[@robbusheay4258]

A joy to watch dude !!! I picked you from the start as my wife and I guess every year....!!! Love the show and it reminds both of us the many many trips into the deep woods we took over the yrs.......and now we are in our 70's and the bodies have kinda given out for the longs hauls !!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Rob

[@johnayris406]

Great fun for the boys! You are teaching them a lot! Love what you are doing! Thank you for your filming these adventures and teaching these skills to your boys! ❤️👍

[@iesha_irl]

I literally jus finished the season today. I am sooo happy for u and ur family!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thank you so much!!

[@backtobasics1051]

You are blessed! Thanks for sharing

[@clayhayeshunter]

Yes I am!

[@bethia.v]

Just finished watching season 12, totally cried on the last episode! (And the pregnancy hormones didn’t help) congratulations on making it to the end. God bless you and your family!!

[@clayhayeshunter]

Thanks Beth

[@karenmurray3098]

hi clay, greatings from autsralia. congratulations on your win . you have inspired me to try and make my own bow , i have been praticing archery since i was 15 and after reading your book i want to have a go and make a self bow . your boys seem to realy love you

[@clayhayeshunter]

Good luck and have fun