Not Satisfied | Michael Waddell on His Career and Family | Sticking to His Roots | Be Real

[@asipe88]

The man that you've become is incredible!! I've followed you since day 1 Michael, hard work and determination always pays off!! Thank you for being you!!!

[@brandonneff1678]

I’m 40 years old I’m a huge realtree fan I’ve been watching you ever since I was a kid I’ve met you multiple times at the national wild Turkey Federation convention in sport show in Nashville Tennessee where I live my kids have met you we’ve always enjoyed your TV shows and the fact that you became the TV celebrity and kept it real at the same time speaks volumes...I am proud to see that a backwoods person like yourself that represent the blue-collar folks has made it. Thanks for everything that you’ve done over the years Michael you’ve given a voice to the outdoorsman and we appreciate it.. #teamrealtree

[@staceyfranklin5704]

Michael you are the man! I love you being real true southern boy til the end. God ,family , and friends you’re doing a great job. Keep up the good work.

[@robbie0884]

A REAL MAN RIGHT HERE! WE HUNTERS AND COUNTRY FOLKS ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU SIR! BEST WISHES! 🦃🦃👍👍💜💜🙏🙏

[@TheAamott12]

Realtree Roadrrips got me through 26 months of deployment in Iraq. Loved every minute and literally wore those DVDs out! Thanks for taking us along on the adventures

[@kennylainhart7148]

Like I've always way have said when I met you and Travis at a ATA show ,you guys stopped gave me time to say hello and chat, look over at my buddy Scott and said they are just like us but they made it in the industry, and being real and thanking people who has followed y'all from day one, I'll Thank you and Travis T Bone for being yourself and love what y'all have done for the outdoor and Archery!!!! Thanks Bone Collector!!!

[@alwaysfaithfullandscaping3808]

Michael this was awesome! I’m a combat veteran, police officer and small business owner. And finally just bought my first track of land. Time to raise my kids like my dad raised me. Great inspiration for guys like me and I thank you for being so genuine and showing the world being country ain’t a bad thing!

[@doublej963]

Well said brother!!!!🎯👍✌️

[@jonsimm4174]

Way to go Michael! Living the American dream. I find it hard to believe there are 6 people that gave this a thumbs down. God bless the Waddell family!

[@roytoland-vh4fo]

You go Michal great job. Watched you for many years with Jordan .

[@hunterbigwood4556]

If you don’t love Waddell, getcha heart right son. I’ve watched him my whole life and with every video or tv show i see him on I only like him more and more. Dude is the true depiction of my American dream. God bless Waddell and his family along with the realtree family.

[@mississippimoonshine1028]

MICHAEL,,,YOU ARE MY MOTIVATION THAT KEEPS ME LOOKING FORWARD TO THE FUTURE OF ON MY FARM,,,,,GOD BLESS YOU & YOUR FAMILY!!!

[@roberthoffman7130]

I couldn't agree more with you Mike your formula is a model for success......keep swinging for the fence and you'll find me right here in the stands. Thank you for all you do.

[@nockreel1190]

We all love ya Michael here from Virginia. Your a legend dude. God bless yall and safe hunting.

[@mikehaliscak323]

wow i can’t believe this came across, 4:46 that’s me on my turkey hunt i went with him!!! thank you for being an inspiration to not only me but to a lot of other people

[@justin8214]

God bless you Mr. Michael. I’ve been watching and enjoying you doing your thing since I started watching hunting tv around the time you started doing this. I appreciate the enthusiasm you bring and the fact you are true to you not fake at all. I appreciate you sir!

[@keithbaggett5319]

Don't change a thing! You are a true inspiration!

[@willR1]

100% genuine.... Staying true to what you believe in is how you became the man you are today.

[@casualobserver77]

It's who you are that's gotten you this far. Keep up the inspiring work man.

[@jefferywilson4091]

Always loved watching you on your shows. I'm a country boy from Indiana, and I'm living my dreams.

[@BigCypressOutfitters]

More people need to see this! Blessed to have spent a little time around this dude and he is as real as it gets. Nice job and well said Waddy!

[@tsr_outdoors]

Thanks for the story Micheal We have been watching you basically grow up and I am proud to call myself a fan I started filming me and my youngest sons adventures for memories and I wished I had started earlier Thanks for staying “REAL”

[@skipbogdan7838]

Well said !! Keep up the great work

[@justingray4257]

Just met Michael Waddell at Nationals Archery and outdoor store in Pennsylvania and man what a great guy. "The American dream is still alive!" Love it.

[@robertwhite3042]

I've watched you grow up in the business! I knew that you would make it back then! You showed grit and determination back in the beginning! I love the fact of you sharing this with us! You're a good guy! You're true to your core beliefs as well as country! And there ain't nothing wrong with that. God bless and and your family for letting you do this!!!!

[@vabearhunter401]

Keeping it real.. staying humble!! Awesome !!

[@stevensrspcplusmc]

I met you at a hunt show near Charlottesville va and your just down to earth and approachable.. followed you from day one👍😊🇺🇸

[@danielrandolph9170]

Humble awesome way to be ! Never forget where u came from !! Daniel from central Mississippi

[@justinwininger5400]

Awesome video Michael, As real as it gets buddy.

[@rickyferguson2362]

I hope you actually read the comments Michael. And see how much your fans enjoy your shows. You can tell your daddy is very proud of you and who you have become. God Bless you sir

[@BoneCollectorTube]

Man we do! And we’re blessed to have so many great, like minded people out there who support us and celebrate the outdoors lifestyle! Thanks for watching 🙌🏼💪🏼

[@tommyzoellner]

Good job Michael. I'll give you an Amen! Same sentiment from our Missouri farm loving family. Same deal here.

[@mikegable9317]

Just a good ol Georgia boy speaking the truth from the heart, well said Michael, I wish more people thought like this because this great country wouldn't be so screwed up right now, thank the good Lord above for your blessings and keep striving to be better

[@bobbyhutson7333]

Hey brother I am proud of you!!

[@MegaBraunie]

You 100% nailed it Michael! Keep the great content coming.

[@kenreiner259]

Awesome stuff Michael !! You just forgot to tell people about your musical talent too.. I will never forget our fun night performing at the Kinseys show. Keep up the good work my friend....

[@StickHippieOutdoors]

Hands down the best outdoor personality there is

[@lumbeewarrior1692]

I watch your first show and still watch Monster bucks on DVD from years ago

[@jerrywelch1370]

There you have it folks, Waddie telling us all - Live everyday as if it's your last,,, but strive to make EVERYDAY better than the last, leave a positive impression on everything & everyone that you come in contact with, and you will leave a LEGACY behind that befits a great one.... well said Mike... Please, continue with the Brotherhood & BONE COLLECTOR quest & maybe do a REAL TREE / BONE COLLECTOR REUNION season with all the guys, a whitetail hunt - ELK hunt & for good measure everybody go on a KODIAK BROWN BEAR BOW HUNT,,, how AWESOME that would be....

[@TheSnook27]

i enjoyed every word my man, you have become i leader in my eyes of what the outdoor industry needs more of.

[@matthewurynowicz9163]

Thank you for sharing that. You have a very amazing story to you.

[@RockyTop522]

Amen brother, you have always been one of my favorite people in the Outdoor Industry. Thanks for always keeping it real and fighting for our way of life.

[@timothyjones8858]

Hey Michael I'm so happy you took this road in life.instead heat and air.i sure love watching these videos.i know you and your family.yall are some good people. And thank you for everything

[@derrickferrer1892]

Thanks for inspiring me to work harder to achieve more in life for my family. Keep up the good work and God bless you and your family.

[@sonsofthunder3100]

I've been watching Michael Wadell for a long time! My kids even got to meet him and get a DVD signed at a Bass Pro Shop in Oklahoma City many years ago while I was there for work. Life has it's ups and downs for sure. This is a good reminder to keep striving to become better. What to become better at? Well that may or may not change over time. But never give up on your dreams! That's what I heard in this video.

[@leroymorris6036]

Thanks for sharing and doing what you love, cant beat that...

[@reedmitchell6716]

Well deserved. Been following you from the beginning. Your secret was you never changed. Kept it real and humble. Thank you for your efforts and taking us along with you.

[@daviddixon4683]

You are so right in the things you say and what you do. Keep up the great work 👍

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Great Talk Michael Thank You!

[@BBOutdoorsTV]

Amazing video. Thank you do for all us hunters! #huntgeorgia

[@williamclosson5444]

Glad I got to meet you in Bloomington Illinois this past Saturday.

[@matthewvogelaar9029]

Amen brother, stay true, stay you

[@briangammons8242]

This is the man I’ve looked up to growing up and watching the old monster bucks videos etc. not that I didn’t respect all the other guys I was taught to do that. But this man was who I could relate to. I appreciate you Michael and I’m so glad things turned out for you the way you would be happy with them. God Bless

[@yazooyellowcats1403]

I remember meeting Michael in the mid 90's at World Turkey Calling Championship in Bessemer one year and at Birmingham another year when I was working with Mossy Oak. You have come a long way since then and definitely are an ambassador of the sport of hunting!

[@lanceeastridge5646]

Much Respect sir I agree with you

[@zachamilton23]

Man that was powerful Thank you

[@micahtee6541]

Always uplifting and down to earth guy.

[@vincentmckinney5964]

Love it Micheal would be an honor to meet you one day! Just a 27 year old with a family with my 4 year old just working to make a living hoping to start my own plumbing company one day

[@billwallenstein3387]

AMEN brother

[@trentonfolsom6742]

Love this guy huge inspiration for me and so much respect for him and he’s the reason I’m getting more and more into hunting and cooking wild game and just the outdoors in general also my favorite hunter to watch

[@bassnbuckbillyb824]

You’re as REAL AS THEY COME! I’m 48 an still dreaming.I’ll never give up.Your so right.If ya settle then your really failing.Always strive for the best bro!Been watching since the start.Have a goodun Mike from ya friends In Tn!

[@dennisgann1116]

You are doing a great job. 👍

[@danielkerigibbs]

Good stuff. Thanks for sharing.

[@timothyjones8858]

You are a good Man Michael. I've got to know you a little bit while I've been working for you. Your Dad done a awesome job with you. God bless you and family.your painter Tim

[@michaelmitchell6562]

I really enjoy this Michael. Very inspirational!

[@joecarter9096]

Really enjoyed listening to you talk about all that it sounds just like my life

[@lumbeewarrior1692]

You the man.. good job bro

[@bobcrawford8713]

Thanks Mike,that was a great video.

[@coreyfrasnelly7364]

This is just awesome!! I love the in depth realness of a good ole boy growing up in the outdoors…happy thanksgiving waddy!!

[@riversarchery]

Thank you Michael for sharing, I'm living my dream owning/running an archery shop and sure has been tough, but your outlook sure helps us small guys to keep our heads up! Thank you!

[@kennylainhart7148]

Great words !!!!

[@kevindavis8607]

God bless you and your family.

[@jasonbillings2401]

we have the same mailman! lol Love the video

[@matthewurynowicz9163]

Man you have had a blessed life.

[@sadhvacman7238]

Integrity and character still matter.

[@willg.robertson8962]

He's the real deal boys!

[@Goosemaster1810]

Fantastic God Bless

[@richardalmeyda8199]

Awesome.

[@benhart6169]

Thank you Michael I needed this!! God bless you my man!

[@Freedom2219]

Bee. Watching since the start

[@benrandall4812]

Great video!

[@larryjennings2934]

Just stay true and who you are.

[@larryjennings2934]

You are the real deal and I am glad I had a chance to talk to you. my wife and son and I know that you are true to who you are never stop being you

[@tommydavis2952]

I have been watching you since I was a kid on monster bucks and I have watched you shoot bear and now hoyt you living the dream brother and I know I have been hunting since before I could walk I came up in a family that my older brothers tough me how too hunt I'm a addicted bowhunter and that all I ever do any more I never understood why you shoot a hoyt but I am shooting a hoyt rx1 ultra and I will probably shoot for years thank you for showing people how we live our life's

[@edwardclark5211]

Dream Big brother 🙏

[@countryboiz3509]

Nice video

[@squiresmsu]

Be great to have a show with Bill Jordan and David Blanton on your show/channel. They hunt your property with you and your family. Tie it all together! Your guy JT .

[@jasonlycans9517]

Good stuff

[@codytaylor2194]

Man I sure wish y'all would bring back realtree Xtra brown camo back

[@justinthefisherman1334]

🤘

[@BlueRidgeAuditor]

I would love to hunt with you waddy while I still have my leg I'm not far from the Big g

[@michaelvstheworld3680]

I don't know about anybody else, but I took advantage of that Obama era $7500 tax credit on a electric buggy.

[@louisbrownell4530]

What if God told you to do something els

[@mikehope6916]

Unfortunately no glory given to the King most High for his success. He thinks it comes from hard work--shame.

[@tommyjohnson3566]

Awesome....

[@tonyhensley7777]

Hey man it has been awesome watching your career take off!!! I'm your age I'm 49 and I still remember when the only time you could watch a hunting show was on TNN on Sunday's that's how long I have been a fan of just not you but all the Real Tree guys... Keep on keeping on...

[@jamescrum5439]

WOW! Truly inspirational! Keep up the good work God Bless

[@michaelcolburn829]

Congratulations Michael, that is amazing. I am very happy for you. I always wanted to have that as well cause that is my passion too, unfortunately life had other plans for me but I'm glad you were able to do that.

[@ryanfarmer5155]

Amen Michael, couldn't have said it any better myself

[@josephsorento1541]

Wow! You hit on all the true and fine points of life from a youngin' to a responsible man ,father and mentor. Well done.

[@christopherkrog6367]

Great stuff Michael been a fan all the back to the Realtree days try to keep up on things you put out from just about anything you've been doing on all media outlets!! Thanks for staying real and God bless you and your family and friends!!! Also try catching Tbone on KZbin every now and then

[@kennykraus6340]

Very cool Michael, Love watching your shows and your outlook on Life God and Family !

[@jimmyharper6655]

I'm lucky enough to live in "Realtree Country", and have been able to see how many of the Realtree guys are in everyday life, and how they treat ordinary people. With Michael, Bill, T-Bone, David, etc., what you see really is who they are -- just good, hard-working, down-to-earth country folks who haven't let success and hunting celebrity status go to their heads. They've truly worked for and earned everything that's come their way, and they represent all of their fellow hunters well.