Michigan Public Land Scouting Vlog 1 - First Video In 6 Months

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

If you ever need to get a hold of me, send me a message. Use the link tree below. Thanks - Polack! linktr.ee/michigan.great.outdoors

[@darrinmiedema4790]

Dude, you have a real talent for connecting through this format. I've really been helped by your content as I've gotten into saddle hunting the last couple of years. Stick with it! Totally can relate with getting beat up by life at times. Thanks for opening up about it.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Appreciate you man! It's been a ride! Things are going well thanks for stopping by!

[@joshuajensen2430]

Being a person who works in the mental health field, I greatly appreciate you sharing your adversity. We never know how sharing our experience may help someone. For the vulnerability we expose ourselves to in sharing our down times, it has the capacity to create hope for others. I'm happy to hear things are on the up for you and hope that trajectory continues!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks a lot, yeah the vulnerability of sharing it was quickly mitigated by the 20 or 30 messages I got from guys who said they were struggling as well. It was by far worth the share... The whole reason I started this channel long ago was to help people.... Really came full circle!

[@kurtcrowningshield3086]

That's some good vulnerability right there! Takes alot of courage to share like that. Sounds like you're on a more positive trajectory. Glad you are!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah man, I said F it and threw it out there. Lots of people would not have done that, people dont express there feelings enough and bottle everything inside until they erupt. I was close to that and just had to let it all go and move on. I try and keep it real on my show and show people that im normal just like everyone else, Im nothing special and just a normal person like everyone else. Thanks for tuning in!!!

[@ryanmichels2140]

Glad you're feeling better. Keep your head up and love your videos

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thank you, I needed to keep it real out there!! Hope you're out scouting right now!! Tis the season! - Polack.

[@Calebott01]

Let’s go man!!! Healthy lifestyle while change you for the better! U got it!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Let's get it!!

[@kylerozak9681]

Some nice scouting finds there and some solid real talk. Keep pushing man

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Absolutely man!

[@benottolini2137]

Man, I’ve been scouting your channel for a minute and just want to say that you never know the impact that your story can have on another person. People need to know that they’re not alone. I appreciate your vulnerability. If nothing else, just know that I was personally impacted by the journey that you shared. We need each other man. I’m not a big KZbin commenter, but wanted you to be encouraged, as you’ve encouraged me. Thanks hombre.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I appreciate that! I really do. Thanks for the kind words, I never thought it would impact so many people like it has. In life things happen, most guys just bottle it up and dont deal with it until it blows over, I was getting to that point and just had to let it all go man... it was very therapeutic for me and in doing so helped some folks so it was worth the risk of sharing for me. Im glad it was helpful!!!

[@BayouToad]

Dude! I had a terrible 2023 also. I was wondering wth was going on with my health. Always sick, like debilitating type sick. Saw 2 ENT's, an Immunologist, Cardiologist and other docs. Test out the wazoo. They couldn't find a smoking gun so I just flipped the switch and decided I wasn't going down like this. Just started making healthy choices, exercising with a purpose and looking out for me. 8 months later I'm feeling better than ever and haven't been sick at all in 2024. The body is an amazing machine that changes and adapts. Bro, put your foot on the gas and don't let up. You have a great channel, we can see you do great things! Your future you will thank you for all your effort!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks Bayou, means a lot that you took the time of of your day to watch the video and to post a thoughtful comment, the human body is an amazing thing we have and its important we listen to the warning signs before its too late! Im glad that you turned your situation around and im also happy for myself too, its been 5 months now and ive lost 30 lbs and I feel great too, next thing I want to nix is energy drinks and chewing tobacco and very soon it will be time to hunt some DEER!!! LETS GET IT!!!!

[@brianwhiteside5062]

Great Video! And DAMN I can relate! Seems everyone is hiring but nobody is “hiring “ 🙄 Struggle bus is a real thing but that too shall pass! Glad you’re back!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah, I saw one of the positions I applied for had over 3,000 applicants.. When I saw that I was like dang, I dont have a chance. The hardest part is just getting in front of someone.....

[@brianwhiteside5062]

@@MichiganGreatOutdoors 100% accurate!

[@shumberson]

I know where you've been, I'm glad your coming out of it. I go through it too alot, mostly during the winter months. Anxiety and depression. Alot of us are vitamin D deficient. Especially us northeastern guys. I'm in PA and I eat vitamins like candy in the winter. Keep your head up and know you're not the only one. We all struggle. Thanks again for all the content you put out! God bless!

[@c.e.1466]

I agree about the vitamin D. I started taking a prescribed massive dose and there was correlation with me feeling better.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

You are the second one to mention V d. Definitely gonna see about getting some of that. Thanks for the kind words 🙏

[@firstsit]

Keep moving forward brother!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Im on it!!

[@douglashubbell80]

by what ive seen from ALL your videos you're down to earth a great dad and fun to be around and a good friend a lot of people just talk about it you show it in your vids you keep up the great attitude get back in the game the outdoors is like no better place to be Mother Nature is awesome it takes a lot for peop[e to do what you did but your back even stronger now so tear out up brother take no prisoners lol there is nothing like up north that's what calms our souls every year campfires 2 good friends at my cabin sitting around telling stories and enjoying each other companies have a great memorial weekend and don't forget to be safe and shoot straight only the brotherhood understands

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks man!! Means a lot! It's been 3 months since this video and I'm doing great! It's funny u say that about up north cause I'm heading up this November for a week. One of the things I really needed was to get back to my roots in northern michigan!!

[@douglashubbell80]

@@MichiganGreatOutdoors They always say up north is good for the soul its the crisp clean air the smell of the woods I find it funny that even if you live in the country around any major city away from all the cars etc is how when you get to west branch or Roscommon the air is so crisp and clean and everything smells so much better that's up north for us along with long campfires when we go to my cabin we are never inside we sit outside by the fire cook over the fire but we only sleep indoors really funny how that sticks with ya 1 of my buddies says dude I don't care if I go hunting were up north and he couldn't be more spot on with that statement we go in October hardly November to much like a pumpkin patch if ya know what I mean have a great memorial weekend be safe and don't forget the judge isn't in til Tuesday lol have a good one bud

[@Saddlehntr]

Thanks for sharing, glad to have ya back and super pumped that you’ve found a new gig!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah me too lol 😆

[@pathfinder5804]

Don’t feel bad!!! Every bodies got shit and goes through shit!!! Keep plugging and do whatcha do and all will settle where it should.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Amen to that man!! You been out scouting?

[@pathfinder5804]

No scouting yet. We just got 12in of new snow today so covered sign up again. I’ve made the decision to go from a compound to a Trad bow this yr too so that’s taking most of my free time at moment🤪. Fun but frustrating!!!!

[@arthurcarstens]

Hang in there man!!! You are needed and appreciated more than you know!!!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks man!! I'm hungry again so I'll start pumping them out 🤙🤙

[@jeffm.1256]

It’s cool you shared all that. In 2017 I, too, lost my job of 15 years. I immediately took a job, like you, just to keep some income and provide. I took a big pay cut. Worked a ton of hours. Wasn’t very good at it. (Though I really tried). And hated it. I was so miserable, and my confidence was at an all time low. Thankfully after a few months I got another job, and have been employed there 6+ years. I like it. I like what I do. I’m good at it. I’m making really good money. And my bosses and the crew of guys are great. Glad things are going better for ya man. Keep the videos comin. 😉🤙🏻

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks bro, great story to share. Its good for others to see too that shit in life if gonna knock you down and if you just keep pushing it can get better!! thanks for watching the video!!

[@1adventureatatime73]

Thanks for sharing such great info on marshes. I get the feeling of what you are going through and I hope the best for you and your family. I live and hunt in michigan as well, and I appreciate a lot of your videos on things, it's really amazing on how much we hunters can learn from someone like you and keep going and learning whether it's life stuff or hunting. Keep up the good work. Pm me if you want.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

@1adventureatatime73 thanks for the kind words, I was in a crappy spot back in January but all has turned around from then. Life is good! Thanks for watching.

[@1adventureatatime73]

@MichiganGreatOutdoors that's good to hear man.

[@NHydeWI]

Props for sharing this story. Hope the new videos continue! I would recommend you talk to your wife more about your struggles - you guys are in this journey of life together, thick and thin. Also, COVID impacts obese people far greater that in-shape people. Good on you for wanting to work on yourself.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

No doubt, Im kinda old school where I just keep my problems to myself. I have been opening up more (obviously) she was very supportive and continues to be. Yea Covid is defintily harder on fat people. Hence on my reasons for wanting to lose weight and work on my cardio vascular health, Ive had Covid 3 times, 1st time was hell, 2nd time was nothing and 3rd time was a little ruff for like a week. 2 weeks to get fully healed. So yeah F covid.. as of today im down 17lbs to Im on the right path, thanks for watching!

[@tonyt132]

Spring is almost here. It brings new life to the woods and the soul!! Looking forward to your videos.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Amen to that!! Spent the day scouting yesterday and it was rejuvenating to say the least!

[@gordonneverdies]

I love spring scouting. We have a lot of swamps in NJ too. Oak flats and swamps.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Me too, I'll be out in the morning scouting again .

[@wbrown351]

Glad your feeling better keep hanging on . Sending good vibes from Pa always enjoy the videos .

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thank you! Will do! Got some good videos in the works soon!

[@aaronmeeks1155]

Dont give up and keep being strong. Glad things are looking up brother, glad you're back

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I appreciate that!! Thanks for hanging around!!

[@dennisignowski144]

Glad your back!! remember its not how hard you hit...its how much you can take and keep on goin...

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Absolutely!

[@j.r.outdoors247]

Great to hear an update. Hopefully 2024 picks up for you and the fam. Personally I don't drink (and im not judging those that do), but ive been hearing a lot of people having the same results when they stop drinking. Hope the health continues to grow, and cant wait to see some more videos.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Thanks man, its been a long road of making poor choices with diet and beers and b.s. Things are much improved in the last few months. Feeling normal again. Thanks for watching...

[@michaelswope5305]

Polack back! Let's goooo!

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Yeah buddy!!

[@markblanchette1771]

Thanks for sharing all that you have been through. I personally enjoy your videos and was wondering where you have been. Glad to see you back brother. My Mom always said, Life hits you hard. And that it does. All I can say is trust in the Lord and he will show you the way. Keep your head and keep moving forward. May 2024 provide you and your family many blessings.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

I appreciate that! Last year sucked, but this year is really going well. Best of luck to you as well!!

[@s_for_siv]

Keep pushin' forward brotha! Love this video, awesome to see the scouting

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Appreciate it!! Ive been out scouting like a mad man, I got some unfinished business for next season....