Life Won't Be The Same After This

The second half of my trip to the Pacific Northwest was wonderful. Big changes are coming to this channel and my life. Thank you all so much for being here.
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00:00 Intro
01:17 Abandoned Ghost Town
02:46 Gorge 2023
03:17 Reconnecting with Stealth Camping in Coeur d'Alene
05:28 Playing a Rare Golf Course
06:09 Elmer's Fountain
06:37 Camping in Montana
07:44 Heading to Glacier National Park
08:35 Lake McDonald
09:22 Going-to-the-Sun Road
10:20 7 Years...
11:22 Major Changes
13:13 Grinnell Glacier
14:04 New Friends and Wildlife
15:59 Driving Through Wyoming
18:06 Cheyenne and Beyond
19:22 Returning Home
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[@garbagecargarage]

Just don't quit posting at all! We don't care how often or how beautiful your videos are we just want to know how you are. You are our friend man! Keep it simple but don't let it die

[@nickbaumgartner-hm3hb]

While personally haven't produced weekly content, based on what I know the amount of effort and commitment is tremendous. Your channel may have been one of the first channels I subscribed and always look forward to your wacky crazy life. Your a good story teller and videos are top notch. I hope we continue to see you in the future as we would miss you and wish you luck in whatever the future holds.

[@sylviau7901]

I was feeling bummed you would end your channel, having enjoyed your content since the beginning. Happy for you and Shannon and your abode and what your future holds. Glad you’ll be sticking around.

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

You are growing up and life is pulling you down different roads. This will make your videos more special to viewers.

[@deborahrahalski]

Been a follower and happy to support through patreon first and now the membership. What's held my interest is your ability to tell your (and Shannons) stories with authenticity. And your videography and editing skills are excellent. Choosing quality over quantity is a mark of true artistry. I'm all in for what's next . Keep going !

[@CarrieMtn]

Nathan, I just binged your last 3 videos. Each left me in awe of your photography, and your ability to tell stories. I’m glad you’re going to stretch yourself in this area; you are obviously talented. While I can’t be one of your future clients, I hope you find great people to work with, and inspiring places to document. Keep up the good work. I’ll continue watching as I nomad myself through Colorado, NM and Arizona. These are my happy places. I hope to see you on the road. Cheers to Shannon too!

[@BrokerBarbara119]

All the best to you and Shannon Nate from Ann Arbor, MI! Change can be good!

[@Marcschoder]

I feel your pain in regards to doing videos and content. Glad to see you’re still with Shannon. She’s good for you and she’s got a good head on her shoulders. I’m in New Mexico as well, I feel I can help you with what ever you need. Please feel free to ask

[@atpgarageatl]

Glacier is an amazing park. After visiting several national parks Glacier still remains as my top one! I’m excited you’ll still be making content!

[@ramblingwithrajeanand9558]

🌞Beautiful and Sweet in so many ways. Mahalo for sharing.🌞

[@mrchitlin6255]

Nate you have provided me with incredible entertainment over the years!! Find your balance, as money makes the world go round. Hoping the best for you.

[@SendStory]

Hey Nate, been watching your videos and subscribed from pretty early on in your EVL days. You helped motivate me to set out on a roadtrip with my wife for 3 weeks (almost from coast to coast and back) in our Toyota Matrix, car-camping both along the Canadian (where we are) and the American side. Many stops we made I have recognized in your videos over the years and it always brings up a wave of nostalgia when it reminds us of our adventures years prior. On that trip, we filmed as much a we could and became part of the impetus of us starting this channel. I have commented something similar before, but not quite in this detail (I don't think), but I want to thank you again. Sometimes it takes someone else doing something different to realize you can try too. I appreciate the craft and care you have taken in this video, and if that means future videos will come with the same emotive storytelling and attention to detail, I'm all for it and for you making time and space for yourself and future aspirations. Appreciate you taking the time to tell us about the cross road you are at and wish you all the luck. Thanks for taking us along in this video and over the years.

[@ChrisSeliga]

Nate, if you enter Glacier before 6AM, you don't need a permit to drive Going-to-the-Sun Road, when a permit is required!

[@michaeladams8090]

Thanks Nate for your beautiful videography. We’ve been watching for a couple of years and can’t help but compliment you on this one. Press on, your doing great!👍🏼

[@Grits_and_Glamour]

One of your best videos yet Nate! We lived in Western WA for 6 years and I just couldn’t handle the 7 months of rain and clouds anymore. Now in New Mexico as well and what a stark contrast in a good way.

[@darrenalmeida1382]

This is the best video I have watched on your channel so far, please produce more like this. I enjoyed every aspect of the video, especially the narration.

[@Poppy_love59]

Glad you're back, better than ever. I love seeing you blossom !

[@MrNightraider]

Great video as always. 🙏 for you and your family on life changes. I’ve been on your journey with you since the Element days. Through you I was able to enjoy the outdoors and get out there making memories of my own! Thank you! ❤

[@dave64340]

I’ve seen many , many of your videos and this one is very special. Thank you. I am looking forward to your next venture. You got the gift for story telling and a remarkable camera eye.

[@OneManOnFire]

You're the reason why I own a Honda element. I also saw you randomly driving around in SF my home town.

[@bonniepwtf]

Some spectacular photography in this one, something you are extremely skilled at. You have to do what you feel led to do. Wishing you nothing but good things for your future.🤗✌️

[@Hotstuff882cool]

Good luck with your journey, Nate!

[@robertglen2962]

One of your best episodes! Enjoyed the voice over presentation!

[@teresa3889]

Beautiful video, glad we are still going to see part of your new journey.

[@thexxit]

Fewer videos are okay! Just looking forward to seeing the changes on the property and any travels you go on!

[@WisconsinWanderer]

Wow that was up close and personal with the wildlife. Great footage and cool that Will tagged along with you. Thanks to you my friend.

[@joepoppenhagen5694]

Thanks Nate!

[@eyechi9365]

This is the best work you have done to date. Looking forward to your new adventures!

[@JoHarmon-hg7wz]

So many gorgeous places on this trip. Thank you for sharing all this with us!

[@danfried9498]

GO FOR IT!

[@DN_NotFinancialAdvice]

I dig the music. Wish there were more details on the Idaho ghost town. Looks like you had a great trip.

[@justlookin3]

Wonderful photograph as usual. Thanks for sharing. Everything is changing. Just seeing the news proves that point. Looking forward to seeing your new adventures.

[@pethsm]

Great Video Nate, and look forward to seeing the new videos of the future. I think I would probably be ready to change directions too, after all these years. Your video work is amazing, and you will be successful, I am sure.

[@daseteam]

Glad to see you’re still with Shannon

[@patsykluting-lucas3804]

Safe travels Stay dry

[@rainkinggw]

You've come so far. Enjoy every moment.

[@zeketoplay5355]

Audio story books with your voice.I would buy one

[@AlexJames123]

Been following for a long time and have really enjoyed following your journey!! Looking forward to seeing more please!

[@attainableaudio4533]

I have enjoyed you and your channel for years, in fact I've had my own Element for about 4 years now and have gone on various camping adventures because of watching yours! I just hit a deer with my element and was thinking of letting it go and buy something with better glass mileage, but I've decided to keep it and fix it up and keep going, I haven't seen enough yet😂 Look forward to whatever you have coming for us next!!!

[@MsCar2008]

You will succeed in what ever you do. Good luck.

[@evelyndunn50]

Video was great loved the spectacular views, thanks so much for sharing.

[@TXMEDRGR]

Good luck with your future plans.

[@ElwoodAndersonNV]

Great video of the wonderful scenery in the Idaho wilderness and Glacier Park. Keep on truckin'!

[@georgek1954]

spectacular video, excellent production, thanks for sharing your journey.

[@ronvalderrama5765]

Pure magic!

[@dannyfromquebec7750]

Very enjoyable video. Been a subscriber for years. It's the late Camo Dave that introduced me to your channel. Looking forward to your next projects. I really like the quality of your editing. If I make a suggestion, leave a few more seconds at the end so people have enough time to like the video. cheers !

[@petermccarthy3046]

Great Vid Nate! Might see you at the Gorge next year! DMB is on my list and that looks like the place to go!

[@ElementLife]

Thank you! The Gorge is an incredible venue, we'll hopefully be back again next year!

[@RUBENSIFONTEZ]

Amazing work Nate ! This video is definitely next level .. I can see and totally understand what you’re saying ..

[@llorylloyd]

Always do what is best for you. Your health, mental health and happiness are the most important thing. If/when you post we will come. Ignore the idos some people just aren't happy and don't want anyone else happy. Take your life where you need to go so you can grow. Best wishes ❤

[@lynnef3297]

I've only ever been through Glacier on Amtrak , most recently in February. I have wanted to make the trip further into the park for years now. Thanks for a closer look at the park, it is certainly spectacular! I'm still hoping to make it! 🤞

[@RonInAVan]

Wow Nate looks like you did a lot in such a short trip. Great video 👍🏻

[@Blockhead140]

Great cinematography!

[@christinenielsen8092]

Very nice video Nate❤

[@RabidGarbagePossum]

I recognized a lot of the places I traveled to while camping in my Escape this summer

[@jensing89]

I really enjoy the vlogging. I’m not giving with the narration and music.

[@neil3147]

I was wondering when we were going to get the Labordave video. Another great video! Keep up the hard work! I look forward to future videos even if there’re less frequent 😢

[@ChristinaColoradoan]

Best of luck on the upcoming changes 💯 Too bad you didn't have more time for the Capital building in Cheyenne as they've recently restored it to it's original state. It's absolutely gorgeous inside. Magnificent paintings from the beginning of Cheyenne. Wyoming was huge in the expansion of the US. 💯🌞

[@BeanCruisers]

We got a flat tire right before going on Going-to-the-Sun Road 😅

[@icloudchris]

BEAUTIFUL VIDEO NATE ❤️ That town @6:01 is definitely Wallace, Idaho. I’ve always geeked out driving passed …they filmed Dante’s Peak there! Did you stop in the Flathead Valley? Sometimes I wish I never left. Whitefish HS Class of 2000 Go Bulldogs!

[@KoreyG80]

🙏🏻🙌🏻💙🇺🇸 America the beautiful thank you for sharing your journey.

[@verygerry3719]

Beautifully edited video….

[@hopeheavenonplanetearth1417]

Well done… Still love your music and stargazing, best 🙏

[@mrdave22]

thumbs up

[@dustyodyssey]

I hate being the guy that gives unsolicited advice, but, especially if you are hitting the trail solo at off hours, having some bear spray in a holster on your body is highly recommended. Lots of grizzlies in that area 😬 But anyway, I'm excited to see what comes next for you and your channel! Seems like a smart move to focus on client work and have youtube be more of a passion project. Safe travels!

[@Britbabe53]

Do they have Damp Rid down there?

[@scott.2866]

How do you film with the drone and drive at the same time I have always wanted to know

[@johndiaz7240]

👍 👍

[@LtDan-ov6bf]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@bayside6207]

This guy says he refuses to let the crowds let him down, little does he understand that he is part of that crowdedness🤦

[@thecampingelks6730]

Another good video Nate. Not a huge fan of the poetic narration. Looking forward to your next one 👍

[@ThatBobGuy850]

Dude, your photography has gotten incredible! But wait - fIrst of all, thank you for pronouncing Spokane properly ;) Couple of years ago, a friend of mine and I road-tripped from Washington State to Florida. On my bucket list was Glacier and that Going To The Sun Road. What a *HUGE* disappointment! For one thing, the weather was crap - rainy the WHOLE way. Worse than that were the crowds and the continuous fuckin conga line of slow-moving cars we were stuck in for the ENTIRE trip through the park, and of course, every "scenic overlook" jammed with tourists. Why do they let bicyclists in parks like that? The do nothing but block traffic. Friggin' Badlands was just as bad (but better weather.) My takeaway is that if that's what our national parks have become, then I want no part of them. We dumb Americans ruin everything. Teddy Roosevelt would be horrified. Glacier? Badlands? I won't be back. Hey man, good luck with your new direction! As someone who's followed your adventures since you were in that Honda Element, I look forward to each new post. Even if they're not so frequent.

[@adventurebythemile]

I’m not sure I understand this but your in a commit relationship and your traveling all alone???? Plz explain

[@lowreztv]

Change is good, this channel no longer has a vision, I used to sub, came back today out of boredom, nothing has changed...I hope YOU are not as lost as your future. Seriously, if I were your dad, I'd be worried. Life is short, but not that short. 70th comment so far, not great. I'm not going to drown out your PHOTOGRAPHY FAN CLUB here, but what is their skin in this game?

[@michaeladams8090]

Thanks Nate for your beautiful videography. We’ve been watching for a couple of years and can’t help but compliment you on this one. Press on, your doing great!👍🏼