What can I do NOW?

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I hope me and Agnes and the Hounds can keep going .. next weeks video I journey to my secret bug-out location Packing Ruth and riding Agnes '' overnighter in rough country ..

[@garyschlagel995]

RIDE & FILM, FILM & RIDE! GUIDE HUNTS!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I do plan on riding and filming a lot .. I have lots of places I want to go to and journeys to take .. Thanks Gary

[@markluke8447]

Brett, as you know, life is short. Spend your time wisely. I’m guessing our golden years will really go by fast, enjoy it. Enjoyed the show, thanks for the tag along.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thanks.. yes it does seem like time is just flying by .. I still have too many things I want to do and places I want to see .. I gotta get busy

[@samangelica7404]

Dam I love your videos never stop making them I’m at the age of what now, I’m 60 hoping I too get that call lol, be happy

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thanks Sam .. thats what I plan on doing is making videos and going places .. and trailing a lion when I can lol

[@msmorgan45]

It took me several years to adjust to retirement, your set up and opportunity to roam sounds ideal to me, just relax and enjoy.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I'm going to try .. it is harder then people think ... thank you !

[@georgelambert9780]

Brett I wish you all the happy hunting luck the good Lord will let you enjoy. I spent 39 years in the Lumber and Timber business thought I would really miss it but it’s been almost a year now and somehow all those calls and boiler alarms just seem like a forgotten dream . Happy Hunting My Friend give them lions a hard time.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you George .. I think every day it will get a little easier .. I have places to go and things to see lol

[@gavinadams7220]

G'day Brett sure love the outdoor office you have now.I know the feeling of retirement I spent 30yrs here in the one job been retired now for 22years done a lot of hunting in that time and I'm thoroughly enjoying it but to this day I still have dreams of being back at work.😢😅

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Yes I understand that now .. I told the guy that is taking over the business if he got too busy I would just work for him lol ... hard to let go sometimes .. Thanks Gavin

[@maxcorder2211]

78 and still vertical. I moved to Montana 27 years ago to live the rest of my life away from the cities. Love the mountains and the fact that there’s often a surprise just over the next ridge.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Good job stay vertical as long as you can lol Thank you

[@maxcorder2211]

@@BrettVaughnB100 I just found your channel today. I’m watching a few and you sure are in dry country. Agnes is the way to go. Stay strong and healthy.

[@charleswalker3836]

I wish you all the best. The only thing that bothered me about retiring was in my head, all my life I had 1 or more jobs and all of a sudden I had none. I felt like I was cheating. Even though this is what I worked for so long. You are doing exactly what you’re supposed to do. Stay busy doing things that you love to do. How’s your dad?

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. I will stay busy .. and I hope I made the right decision.. my father has his operation on the 11th .. we are all praying for the best

[@aardhond]

Normally i would say take a girlfriend but i guess anges will beat you up and we cant have that so … bonsai mabey ? 😊😊😊

[@charleswalker3836]

@@BrettVaughnB100 I too will be praying for him as well as your family.

[@brucerobson8341]

Awesome, thanks for taking us along.I too just retired. Last day working for a paycheck last thursday.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Your welcome .. congratulations on your retirement .. enjoy it and thanks for coming along

[@user-qw7kh4ll3d]

Enjoyed your video as usual Brett ... Be safe and be well and I hope your father is doing well 👍 PS : KEEP ON TRUCKIN BROTHER

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. he has his operation the 11th .. we are all praying for the best

[@jonathanjones5344]

Great job! Enjoy yourself my friend!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I'm going to try .. Thanks Jon

[@Jagd_Adventures]

Welcome to the retirement club, it does feel strange the first couple months, but you'll get used to it. I don't miss the job at all anymore, I look forward to the cold months when I can get the dogs out whenever we like.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Getting more and more use to it every day .. Thanks

[@paulsisco7595]

Yes sir doing all the things you want i know the feeling recently retired no time clock.

[@mountainwoodsman8116]

Just retired 3 years ago myself (23 years active military)... looks like you're enjoying yourself. The army moved us to Alaska for my last assignment, and we decided to stay. I love seeing your mules... reminds me of packer school days in Montana back in 2014. Good times, onward and upward. Peace to you from Alaska, friend.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I'm trying .. I love to pack plan on doing more .. Stay warm up in that north country .. Thanks

[@toddunruh3998]

Just gets gooder and gooder!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

lol thanks Todd ..

[@jakebrakebill]

Being active, work got in the way of my hobbies. I thought I'd have to go to 65 to get any of my pension, one day after turning 62, I found out I could get my pension at 62 but it would be smaller. Knowing I could get the lesser amount of S.S. at 62 also, I went into the boss's office 2 minutes after finding out and told him I was done. Yes, it's hard somedays when I have absolutely nothing to do after going so fast my whole life, but I've yet to regret my decision. Metal detecting, hiking, mountain biking still, kayaking, is why I went early, because I knew there'd be an expiration date on them from my age. I've always been poor, so it's been easy living on the small income too. So I feel you on your opening statement, and my hat should be here Wednesday.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Wow what a timely comment .. been working on a big decision this morning .. your comment helps .. been lots of ups and downs trying to sell this business .. Like you I've never had lots of money but enough.. lived a pretty simple life .. glad you got the hat hope you told them where you seen it ( I need a sponsor now in retirement lol) Thanks for comment and stay after it

[@jakebrakebill]

@@BrettVaughnB100 That goes both ways, your videos tell me there's someone else walking the same journey and that helps. Thanks you..........

[@vidadeunhoundsman2685]

Your job is to keep making KZbin videos now, 🎉 congrats

[@BrettVaughnB100]

That is going to be one of my jobs for sure .. Thanks !

[@stevemccoy8138]

Hey Man ,You will get used to retirement, it took me awhile too, but you will get the hang of it. Nice hat . You have the world by the tail. Enjoy it. Happy Hunting.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thanks ... I'm getting more use to it everyday .. I took off and did a couple of day pack trip and that video should be out this Sunday .. I hope

[@LonC1966]

I just retired after working 34 years doing Hwy maintenance on state highways. Feels pretty good not having to get up every day at 4:30am. I’m still adjusting to it like you and plan to get a pup and camp as much as I can from now on. Good luck, I watched your latest video first and enjoyed it. Your bugout location looks pretty good.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. sounds like you have a good plan .. I'm getting more and more use to it .. Thanks

[@KatWoman_]

Ah, but you are working. But it’s different now because this is your passion and you have the gift of being able to make incredible videos. You are free to explore your creativity and any adventure you like on your terms. I appreciate you taking me along.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. yes I try hopefully getting better

[@mehmetkupeli8611]

Brett it is a very nice video my brother! Keep doing what you doing. You bring light to this dungeon world of civilization!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you ... I am going to try ..

[@garyschlagel995]

GREAT VIDEO!

[@charleywalker2982]

Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please, and congratulations on your retirement.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you ... I have one coming out today ..

[@proehm]

I made a clean break when I retired. Got in the motorhome and went to the coast for a couple of months. I think it was the right thing to do.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Sounds like fun .. Thanks

[@seller559]

You earned the freedom 👍

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you Seller .. !!

[@paigetracy1924]

Keep on keeping on we love your videos the longer the better!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thanks ... gotta long one coming up .. 2 day trip into the wilderness .. hopefully be out this Sunday

[@chuckparson6712]

Congratulations Sir on making it to retirement. God has blessed you and hopefully you enjoy it. Keep going "on and upward" 👍👍

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Yes sir .. I am blessed .. Thanks "Onward and Upward"

[@danielromero8830]

I'm also recently retired, you just enjoy yourself, you've earned it. Alot of time on your hands... just keep riding. What happen to Lucy? Agnos is an incredible mule. How many miles do you have?.... I sure enjoy your videos. That's living...

[@cordelmar]

I love it wen the hounds sound off.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Me too .. Thanks

[@coryslife1day]

I wanted to drop a note to say I am glad to have run across your channel, for multiple reasons it's awesome to see my backyard being all over youtube and alot of the areas in your videos I have been to growing up with my granddad, he past aways years back and I have not seen them in a while. So thank you for sharing this beautiful part of the country

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Glad you found it .. Thank you .. who was your granddad?

[@coryslife1day]

@@BrettVaughnB100 Joe Mott

[@missyfix3508]

Congrats on retiring! Doesnt take long til you cant figure youre your own now. Enjoy every minute

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Yes! Thank you! Working on it!

[@ptwccrider]

Keep doing fun things whenever possible. Necessity is The Mother of Invention.... you know. If i had that kinda equipment and method of travel,, id come join you on occasion!! Im still 2 wheel dirt biking and some 4x4 off roading when i can. What you do has definitely crossed my mind since i was a kid. I just like anything outdoors and solitude myself as well. No wonder i appreciate your videos here . Right on and Cheers!!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

We are sure alike .. I do have a side by side ... Thank you

[@garycunningham5363]

Man, you did it right buddy that looks like so much fun. Kudos to you enjoy your retirement and retire to, but it looks to me like I didn’t do it right lol.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thanks Gary .. I guess time will tell ..lol

[@chrisbusse5197]

Thank you, I needed to hear this.

[@chadwilson1707]

Retire .. Brett.. Fellas like us don't get to retire we just down grade to consulting until we don't remember what we were consulting

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Lol that’s about right … thanks

[@endofdaysbroadcast8486]

It's hard for a couple years but it gets comfortable after awhile.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I'm getting use to it .. Thanks

[@ArizonaTraditionalOutfitters]

Great video amigo!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you !

[@ArizonaTraditionalOutfitters]

@@BrettVaughnB100 Congratulations on the retirement.

[@henrymorgan6087]

Your unique presentation is an inspiring getaway…good work Brett 👍

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. I keep trying

[@michaelCrusader90]

Congratulations!! On retirement, busted ur butt all your life now you can do what you love. I really enjoy your videos, we have commented back and fourth on a few of your videos. Glad everything is going well, I am a horseman/cattleman/hunting guide. I believe you are in a great position one I could only dream of. To be able to track and hunt protect ranches and livestock. Could even contract out, see different ranches terrain meet people. I know a man down here in south Texas has a bunch of hounds, and when these game ranches down here have a hunter that wounds a animal and they can’t find it. He gets the call and him and his hounds and horses go, for a fee course ha ha ha. Just a thought glad to see mules are doing good too, should get yourself another one so it can learn from Agnus (my spelling is bad). Anyways great video keep it up Godbless

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I found my nephews deer last year that he arrowed and couldn't find .. dogs trailed him up that was fun .. Thank you Godbless you all so

[@Beardedfurflinger]

Congrats & like eat'n a elephant,1 bite at a time,like you retired in 2021 & still get'n use to not having a plan/schedule,when like you you've always worked &/or had a schedule & now nothing it's hard,prayers & positive energy sent 🤙 🙏

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. gets easier every day

[@jamesgibbs8827]

Found your channel today Monday May 29. Happy Memorial Day wkend. What State are you in. Looks like Arizona maybe? Brings back memories for me. So glad you found Souki? Your dog that got separated from you in other video. I would have been so worried I couldn't be able to sleep. Tough ole dog I guess.. I was waiting to see the Spring where you washed your dishes and mentioned several times in your video. To me, that was one of the best things to see,, lol. Maybe next time.. Stay Positive Stay Healthy Stay Safe and Blessed. Amen Big Jim New Hampshire USA aka BOSTON STRONG

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I'm in New Mexico .. I knew where she was kinda .. and I use to live up in that area and spent lots of time out with the hounds so I knew I could find her .. but I was worried a bit .. I know I should of videoed that .. I'm still learning .. Thank you

[@timothydean9407]

Congratulations on your retirement!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you!

[@robvernachio8290]

Being “ stuck” sucks… I’m in that boat now… need to find a way to get unstuck

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Yeah .. I think I am unstuck now .. I hope .. Thanks .. good luck and get yourself unstuck

[@AnecdoteofaHoundsman]

Crazy that’s at almost 5000 feet and it’s all greasewood! Maybe next time!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I don't think it was a lion .. maybe wild dogs

[@steven9541]

Love these videos, awesome stories

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Glad you like them! Thank you !

[@tierratrails9554]

Retirement is a big adjustment but usually all for the best. Keep those vids going with the mules and dogs

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I hope for the beat .. I am going to try .. Thanks

[@morrisjenksfire]

Watched one ready for the next. Love the content.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you! more to come

[@tomhinkle2517]

I know what you're saying about your time took me a month or so before I figured out I can do what I want and injoy life. It's not easy but once you get over the hump it will all sink in and life will become really fun,you can do what you want when you want. Feel the freedom.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I am looking forward to that .. it is getting easier .. Thanks Tom

[@rmlestes]

Thanks

[@mitchellskinner464]

Thank you for the video.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

You bet .. Thank you!

[@mtnmac8826]

Makes me think of what Randy newberg says “you’ll run out of health before you’ll run out of money”. Love the content , it keeps us working shmucks happy to see someone enjoying their freedom.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

lol yeah but I think Randy has a lot more money then I have lol ... Thank you!

[@mtnmac8826]

@@BrettVaughnB100 😂

[@michaelbishop6831]

It’s not the years in your life but the life in your years! Congrats on your retirement. Now go put some life in your years!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

You've been reading my mail ... made a video today kind of an intro to another trip I took that talks just about that .. It will probably be out tomorrow or the next day .. Thank you

[@michaelbishop6831]

@@BrettVaughnB100 I forgot to mention that I’m an intuitive! I look forward to your freedom videos!

[@houndsman406]

My grandpa would to say that folks used live for a living Wasn’t all that long ago folks got sold on working for a living Gave up the family farms ,trap lines fishing boats etc At least you got a very healthy hobby

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you I do ... yes we get caught up in that .. just working for the bankers, lawyers and taxes

[@charleywalker2982]

Hopefully 5 more years I will be in your shoes.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Good luck .. make it happen

[@tomknoll2919]

Brett you're living the dream buddy

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. I'm trying

[@RH-xr8ms]

Retired ? What to do ? Heck man,,,do what you want too !!! I retired in 2003, and retirement is the Best job I've ever had !!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

lol I am .. and like you best job I ever had .. I ride mules with hounds and make videos .. I love it Thanks

[@robertkoehne1795]

Always a great story. Thanks for your videos.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you for watching ..

[@zacharyrosser9916]

Great content

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you !

[@garyschlagel995]

PREDITOR, BOUNTY HUNTER FOR THE RANCHERS!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

That is one thing I will do for sure .. Thanks

[@briandepoppe7209]

Howdy! Sitting in my recliner recouping from a bad fall. Thinking about you and Agnes. 😊 I heard you bad mouth grease wood a few times. What is grease wood and why you hate it? Brian Washington State

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I hope you get better soon... its hard for the dogs to trail a lion through .. Thanks

[@markluke8447]

When you were reading off how far, rate of travel and the other details of the trip, I think Agnes looked at the camera and was thinking , “he didn’t do anything but ride, I did all the work”.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

lol I know thanks

[@leeharrington421]

I like the sunglasses..do you have a link? Would be cool to see a gear video...I appreciate your content ..Thanks

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I am going to try and film a gear video .. not real good at that kind of thing but I am going to try here is the link to the glasses: amzn.to/4557xmT

[@leeharrington421]

@@BrettVaughnB100 Thanks appreciate it!

[@donwaldroopoutdoors3665]

New sub love your content so far

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. trying to get better

[@alfonsocasillas7290]

Enjoy your retirement. Great video what are those sunglasses you’re wearing? Maybe you can make a video on how to install a hat band properly

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. I just bought these on Amazon .. decided the others that I had wore for the last 20 years made me look mean .. these just make me look goofy lol ... I would make that video but I'm not too sure I know how to do it properly ..

[@michelorphey5227]

Lions usually drag a kill under a bush and cover it up. Looks like canine. Good video bud!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thanks Opie .. and also don't eat from the hind end first .. there was a lion track up the canyon a ways .. but like someone said just because your in the bank when its robbed doesn't make you a bank robber lol

[@michelorphey5227]

Yes sir ! Lol

[@michelorphey5227]

Depends on how close to houses your ranch is. I’ve had dogs do several thousands of dollars of damage to my outfit. I’m 14 miles from town , but have a few farms close by. The hired help there, tends to not control their dog population.

[@MTwoodsrunner]

I reckon there's worse things a feller can do in his spare time...I spend to much time waiting on the phone to ring myself these day...onward and upwards amigo!...woods

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I did for years .. always seemed like I was waiting .. and yes there are worse things .. Thank you

[@timberjack51]

I have a great idea for u .Make a video every day.That will give u a lot to do.And a lot for all of us to enjoy

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I wish I could .. I keep trying to get better with my editing but it seems like it just takes me longer and longer to get one done .. but I am going to try and be more consistent .. Thanks

[@garymartin9728]

Brett I was really sad to hear about Agnes I know you put a lot of trust into your mules and dogs not to mention you do get emotionally attached to any of them, so now you have to put the faith to the new leader. I failed to ask but are you coming to young Arizona? I'm not sure but I'm guessing there is probably a young New Mexico.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Yes Young AZ .. I posted on the community tab

[@suzieparis6821]

Its hard at first to break outta the matrix we are imprisoned by

[@BrettVaughnB100]

It is .. getting better every day Thanks

[@rockhunter6260]

Enjoy your free time Brett, I will take a little while to quit waiting for a phone call but, after a while you you will only dream about work😊👍🏻

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I sure hope so .. Thanks

[@rockhunter6260]

@@BrettVaughnB100 🙂👍🏻

[@garymartin9728]

Brett, what's happened to your mule Agness, I haven't found the video where you talk about her she has been the main one you ride all the time I know she's passed but why? I sure enjoy all of your videos, I thought for awhile you were in Arizona but I did seea video where your said you lived in southwest New Mexico. That country sure does look like Arizona alot. You had mentioned in one video about going too young Arizona, can you tell me when that's gonna be??? I sure would like to meet you in person sometime.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

She coliced and died .. here is the video kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGTNo2NrdsSXd6c I will put up a poster on my community page soon but the date is August 24th would like to meet you also. They are having a Tri tip dinner too I believe look up pic and shovel outfitters .. Thanks

[@azdonw]

If you don't mind me asking, why did you retire. I'm 60 y.o. and self employed like you were. Sometimes when work gets slow, I think about what it would be like to retire because I get bored if the lull lasts too long.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I think I kind of explain it in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6rPdJWIp6dgn6s .. but I just lost interest and didn't like dealing with all the young engineers and how they do things ..and I want more time to ride my mules run my hounds and pack and go see places I haven't seen before ...no boredom here too much to do .. thanks ..

[@azdonw]

@@BrettVaughnB100 Oh, I see you're in N.M.--I went to NMSU college of electrical engineering and now live in Arizona. I hunt elk, javelina, and turkey (whenever I can get drawn for a tag.) I wouldn't be able to stay busy enough hunting. It would be cool to have mules and dogs like you do. I subscribed to your channel--keep up the good work!

[@BrettVaughnB100]

@@azdonw Thank you .. and making these videos take up a lot of time too .. about the only creative thing I can do lol .. Thanks.

[@tomknoll2919]

Brett what kind of saddle are you riding

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Its a custom made one that James Morris made for me .. quarter horse bars modified association tree .. I'm talking to a guy right now Schooley Saddlery to make me another one but with mule bars and lighter made more for long riding .. he makes some real nice saddles .. I just have to see where I can gather up the money lol .. Thanks

[@amcwagoneer]

Congratulations try to celebrate with some Billy Joe Shaver Great road music & sorry for losing Sissy..CCI makes 22lr bird shot for future rattlers, take care

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you

[@zackerystumph2358]

So when exactly are you retiring

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I already made the deal with guy who is taking over my business .. he takes complete control end of June .. but I am always going to be around to help and advise .. and I guess if I get broke enough work for him lol .. Thanks

[@zackerystumph2358]

Oh and does cody king breed dogs or no just train dogs

[@BrettVaughnB100]

@@zackerystumph2358 No he raises some pups sometimes

[@bobolsen7921]

you can start by swingin by my house and pick me up and well head onword and upward

[@BrettVaughnB100]

lol ok thanks

[@gerardjones7881]

I'm so sick of camp videos that nothing but infomercials for the latest garbage equipment or wiz bang tent. KZbin is flooded with grifters, these videos are genuine.

[@BrettVaughnB100]

Thank you .. I really try to be ..

[@kevinadcock8306]

Hunt, hunt, hunt, hunt

[@BrettVaughnB100]

lol yes sir thanks

[@scratchnbell]

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[@guitarmaker6119]

Another great video Brett. Always look forward to the next one. Thanks. I think you could do something with this guitar tune I'm posting the link to. It's an old Flaminco tune by AL di moola called Mediterranean Sundance I hope you enjoy kzbin.info/www/bejne/npnGlHycmtudebc Take care as always God bless your travels

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I listened to that .. pretty cool .. I wonder if it is copy write protected ? I could see that music a a scene of us traveling through the desert .. Thanks

[@bulldawg6259]

Don't sit on your ass rest but do your eight hours of work every damn day

[@BrettVaughnB100]

I do .. always have always will ..