We All Need The Great Outdoors

WARNING WARNING WARNING: This is a talkie video and lots of waffle, it covers some important personal issues that we may all suffer from and how I deal with them, and why I need to get outside under the stars from time to time.

[@junek1006]

I think you are absolutely correct about getting outside, sitting by a fire, looking at the stars. It's unnatural to spend 24/7 inside. in my opinion.

[@MrCarpking71]

Great video mate!! Can't beat the great outdoors!! Looking forward to the hadrians wall walk.

[@MaffTUK]

Hello Chris cheers for that mate, lots of training to be done before we hit that one

[@russcheetham4046]

Enjoying the outdoors myself your channel is top quality Maff 👌

[@MaffTUK]

Thanks Russ, cant beat being out and about 👍

[@philclark6250]

100% agree,even a little bimble along the canal helps, especially if there's a pub somewhere about 😎👍🍻🍻

[@AJSpinDrift]

Just organising an over night hammocking trip when your video popped up. The weather has been so poor I've not managed to escape into the out doors over night for ages. That snow looked lovely Maff.

[@MaffTUK]

A real treat to be in the snow loved it hope you managed to get out mate.

[@rassman48]

I think what you said about why we need to get out is close to what you said. We all live unnatural lives, not at all what the 600,000 years trained us for, whether it's pressing buttons on a machine or keyboard or some other work, it is essential for the way the world lives, but not natural for us as individuals. Personally I don't think I could do the wild camp part any more, but I do love being out in my tent on a farm camp site, specially out of season when it is quiet and I really don't mind wind/rain/snow when I'm cosy in my tent in fact I think that is a special kind of cosy that we don't get anywhere else.

[@millpool6405]

Hadrian's Wall ! I can't wait !! 👍

[@mattslade4390]

A very happy and prosperous new year I as yourself are a lover of the outdoors and I personally think it should be prescribed by doctors you cannot beat 24 or even 48 hours out in the wild fending for yourself Keep up the good work stay safe and maybe even catch a carp or 2 ❤️

[@MaffTUK]

couldn't agree more Matt 👍

[@darwindavies6979]

Great watch as always maff t with 20+ years of illness totally agree I spend endless hours out on the bank clearing my head of all daily 💩 with without friends fresh air best remedy for life looking forward to the next vid 🎣 ⛺🍷🥩☕

[@paullawrence8572]

Call that one a great one man show Matt! So interesting listening to you as always but found that one really fascinating!👌👌

[@MaffTUK]

Thanks Paul, bit of an odd video this one but i dont think its too far off the mark

[@raylewis8851]

You said "me doing what I do"....well you doing what you do is just perfect and makes "Superb" viewing....I've thanked you for all what you do before....and I thank you again !! Happy New Year mate !!...👌👌👍

[@samc705]

Happy New Year big guy and the message you're putting across is perfectly summed up by saying "In the outdoors you're working to live...not living to work!". Philosophical Sam strikes again. PMSL [EDIT] Forgot to give an "honourable mention" to that rusty old piece of corrugated iron...it's really done you proud a few times as a windbreak/fire reflector...Kudos to the corrugated iron.

[@MaffTUK]

LOL yes..... when i dragged the wriggly tin from under the leaves it put a smile on my face and i was pleased to use it again... simple things eh Sam

[@2701dnk]

Great Vlog Matt I love been on the bank, it makes me feel good, time is my own. I'm away from the hustle and bustle of life, that's my take on what you are saying when you're Hammocking. At one with Nature. Happy New Year, thanks for Sharing, you and your Friends take us with you on great adventures. 👍🏻

[@MaffTUK]

It is simple Darren us men folk are not complicated at all, fishing or any other way to get out of the four walls is just awesome and very good for us.

[@kirkworthing7822]

I completely agree mate im an outdoor person walking shooting fishing just being out in general love it it calms me and keeps my mental health in check. I work in a factory so out whenever I can I like all your vlogs especially the fishing ones cause u have fun . Good luck on ur walk mate

[@Nighttrunker]

Nice one maf just what I needed can’t wait to hang in my hammock again walking tbe wall is something I’ve always wanted to do but never have had the time

[@stephencoyne3181]

Your theory is correct maff its great to be outdoors that's why I fish and go walking there's just something about good for the soul and mind chilling out away from the rat race..As for the tunes maff loved them.not been getting notifications for your channel so I've go a few vlogs to catch up on cheers maff👍👍 Just keep doing what you do, we love it Thankyou

[@somethingaboutbeingout7640]

All the best for 2022 Matt another great video. Keep warm Matt and stay safe.

[@MaffTUK]

well as your name says "something about being out" couldn't agree more 👍

[@johnfisher953]

Happy new year maff great video as always the reason we watch is to listen to you waffle lol like you said I’ve watched someone chop wood and start a fire a thousand times, that’s not what your channel is about and I enjoy it 👍

[@PaulOutdoors]

A marvellous watch and listen Matt. 8.4% is a good starting point 👀😁. I subscribe 100% to your theory. Nature for me is the "antidote" to the "real" world and a night out under a clear sky is magical. I just need to get out "there" more often. Hadrian's Wall will be a challenge but one to prepare for and look forward to. Keep doing what you do Matt. Happy New Year to you and the family. Paul 👍😊

[@colinwild7482]

Happy new year mate to you and your family, good to see you back out 👍👍👍👍

[@MaffTUK]

Cheers Colin right back at you

[@michaelbarnett5497]

Brilliant informative video Matt as always a pleasure to watch all your videos mate. Look forward to your next adventure on the bank Happy and Healthy new year to you and all your family & Friends mate 👍

[@MaffTUK]

should get back on the bank soon enough Michael its well overdue 👍

[@SteveT180351]

Spot on Maff! For many of us the only place we feel we belong is on the hill, river bank or forest. Hopefully see you on the bank or the fell this season. Have a wonderful year!

[@MaffTUK]

Cheers Steve, yep totally agree

[@redkite8377]

Thank you for the clip and your thoughts. I wish you and your closest an excellent coming year. Those who have great humor, often have deep and clear thoughts. (In any case I imagine that this is the case!) :-)

[@MaffTUK]

A bit deep this one Red Kite but i think its a decent theory 😁

[@toeknee4266]

happy new year maff looks like we all enjoy your waffle, another great video to keep um coming!

[@MaffTUK]

Thank you Tony hope your well mate

[@davidfisher7541]

What a great vlog Matt, I love the out doors when I was a kid coming back from school on a Friday my friends and I went camping in the summer and I haven’t changed still love it

[@MaffTUK]

don't think it ever leaves you its always an adventure 😁😁👍👍

[@georgea2583]

Happy New Year Maff T. I watch all of your vlogs and really enjoy them. I am a Carp fisherman but still love to watch everything else you do. Hammock, Hiking, Shooting, Walking etc. Keep them vlogs coming and thank you so much for sharing 👍

[@MaffTUK]

Thanks George will be fishing soon enough ....I bleeding hope..LOL

[@stevenreale1993]

Happy new year to you buddy 👍🏻 I love all your videos keep them coming and stay safe

[@MaffTUK]

Thanks Steve, regards Matt

[@robertcarpenter992]

As always Maff good content even though you where not fishing Happy New Year to you and your family Tight Lines

[@MaffTUK]

Got to get some fishing in soon Rob

[@robertcarpenter992]

@@MaffTUK Just got back from a week in the Trossachs did a bit of walking in the hills and pike fishing in Loch Katrine

[@dimiblues]

Happy new year Maff! Thank you for reminding us about what we all should know but so often forget. We don't need to go hundreds or a thousand miles from our home. We just need outdoor time, because it's our natural habitat. Chances are that I will be around in July. It would be great to meet up, for a beer, a hike, ... Whatever you like. My daughter is moving to Scotland (Edinburgh) so I will take a boat to Newcastle few times a year I hope. Tips on some wild camp area you would recommend are very welcome of course. Cheers Dimitri

[@MaffTUK]

when ever you get near just let me know and we can find something to do mate 👍👍or i can at least point you in the right direction

[@dimiblues]

@@MaffTUK that would be great Maff!

[@arthurmorris5770]

All the Best Matt for the New year . I'm a knew subscriber . And just like you go fishing . Really enjoy you're vids . At .Arthur

[@martink9785]

Happy new year Maff, this video was great, relaxing and enjoyable. Thank you

[@MaffTUK]

Cheers Martin hope your well mate,

[@jerrygl9213]

Happy New year mate spot on Maff.

[@matthewtanner9823]

Happy New Year Maff. I'm looking forward to another year of your videos and I agree with you about getting out there and doing stuff. I'll be doing much more myself this year. Especially fishing. Looking forwards to it.

[@MaffTUK]

Cheers Matt yep out and about, just cant beat it 👍

[@stevetaylor8446]

Happy New Year buddy. You're dead right, it's in our DNA make-up and being back in nature is what keeps us grounded and it rejuvenates us. We are pushed continually to live a lifestyle not all of us wants. They can keep their ideologies and society's rules.....for the likes of us, it is being in touch with nature that keeps us well.

[@johnjinn599]

Maff T ,The inhibited caveman .Brill video and glad I watched .You my friend are inspirational .Keep up the good work PS hope ya got paid .

[@lifeafterlifeproductions]

Happy new year Maff. I totally agree with getting out in nature. I'm not into camping but I appreciate my little break at Christmas where we rented a cottage at the beach and spent a few hours on the beach every morning before breakfast. It was difficult going back to my appartment in the city but at least the countryside isn't so far away. Even the ghost hunting was a great excuse to get out into nature.

[@MaffTUK]

absolutely, its what we need. A mini escape is better than none and once you find your way there's no going back.

[@kenwarburton2578]

It is always interesting to watch and listen to your videos Maff. Looking forward to your next carp fishing session though! A very Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year to you, your family, and not forgetting "the boys".

[@MaffTUK]

Got to get some fishing in soon Ken

[@stephenbuckham9964]

Really good video I totally agree with what you said about being oustside you hit the nail right on the head I feel so much at home when I'm out especially when I'm fishing. Omg I can't believe you recorded an actual alien you've made me a beliver now 🤣😂 By the way can you please tell me what coat you are wearing in the video I'm after a new one and that one looks like it could be a warm one. Thank you

[@davidroberts5972]

Happy new year maff keep up the videos

[@terrybourke7838]

Top man 👍

[@paulsharples7752]

👽👽👽😉 good video can't beat being outside

[@geoffdwarren]

great video mate ,no music for me if you need a vote .keep them coming with or without though ,allways enjoy

[@almorrison2040]

Maf, come on, seriously, what have the Romans done for us? Great idea. Can you do it in costume? Right Centurion..... Biggus Dickus?

[@MaffTUK]

lol.... seriously lol

[@lifeafterlifeproductions]

Our coastal countryside christmas holiday was 10 miles from my actual house but when your in the countryside, you could be anywhere in the world.

[@spijkerpoes]

31:09 LoL that is what you talked about earlier: where we came from and what feels natural right and such - they made it custom fit to our basic instinct. Fat .. And salt.. That is rare in nature and that is what you should kill for. Other natural instincts are: rape plunder racism jumping to conclusions prejudice and oh yeah LOVE of course.. ..well, I guess you have also read the Noah Yuval book. It is most probably correct indeed. And I do like to underscore the dark and nasty stuff - I do apologize.. Oh, and about the fear in the dark: yes!! There are now wolves in my caping area, haven't met one yet but there is wolf poop and tracks all around and campers have heard it at night. Also, lots of camera trap footage. So I am stoked!! But great to see you out in the hammock and in that nice spot of yours, it has been a while. Pity you had to leave when it was getting so pretty in the snow!! Nice plan to walk the wall, a man does need a plan. Great one-nighter - thanks - man at the gate - best of luck in 2022 - greets to the missus.. see youse

[@losinightcrawler]

I'm booked onto cleabarrow on 22nd January if ya up for it pal :)

[@JohnSmith-vb6jx]

Someone might have said this, I haven't read all the comments...but I believe scientists estimate the earth to be 4.5 billion years young, not 45B. And I think they peg the big bang at 13.8 billion. I dont know, seems like its anybody's guess. If you say 45 billion then right you are, Maff. Cheers [hic]🍺

[@davidroberts5972]

Have you played the new halo campaign yet ?

[@MaffTUK]

Hi Dave yes currently doing it on legendary but it's bleeding hard. Got to get all the upgrades first before I move on as I keep getting my arse kicked by the bosses lol so it's taking some time.

[@davidroberts5972]

@@MaffTUK I doing it on regular and it’s solid like trying to get past a checkpoint tool like 13 attempts don’t know how this can do it on legendary anyway great video and hopefully there will be a few more soon with Dave in as well