His Secret to a True Nomadic Lifestyle is a Teepee

Meet Michael, a man who lives year round off the grid. He is a true nomad and travels by horse. He lives year round in his Teepee and lives off the land, integrating traditional simple living with a few modern conveniences.

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[Scarywoody]

I had an 18' Tipi in my backyard. I used it to meditate and camp in. It's surprising how a round space is so comforting.

[Ninitschga]

„Horses love to help but they are terrible helpers“ sent me 😂 As a horse owner I can attest to that! They loooove helping! I really admire your way of living! I have Mongolian ancestry and always felt drawn to this kind of lifestyle… might give it a try some day! Good luck to you on all of your adventures!

[RJTheMountainSage]

That's my bro! 🤙just visited Michael the other day, one of my best friends in Southern Oregon.

[allegrosotto]

I admire the learning he's taken on, especially with the horses. Don't see a problem combining traditional and contemporary technology. A wise young man.👍

[sidilicious]

I’m happy to say I did a lot of the things he’s doing back when I was in my twenties in the 80’s. Some of the best times of my life.

[richardhudak]

If thus old veteran was in better health I'd love to spend the winter with him learning more about life

[SergioClaudio]

I couldn't live like that but at the same time deeply respect and admire who does. Really interesting.

[mortalclown]

The connection with the animals is beautiful. It's easy to see you need each other. Wishing you all peace and health on your path, Michael.

Paz y luz, everyone.

[daw]

One thing I have observed on YouTube is the amount of folks who offer info about back country living but really spend little time in the outback. Your living style is clearly authentic and it is appreciated. Thank you.

[shaunnarochelle]

I loved that he was so passionate but not condescending or anything. an awesome and smart man

[visamedic]

Traditional with modern is how I’ve trained and taught others to survive since 1988. You realize after being a backpacker that the traditional is awesome and necessary skills to have, but you embrace the modern so you can enjoy the outdoors more. Im at a point in my life where I’m about to venture more into a nomadic type life. I’ve been this kind of thinker my whole life, but stuck in this society’s idea of normal. So I’m hoping to have some property in the next year as a base camp, then roam some.

[ronicks]

Love his lifestyle! If i was 40 years younger i would love to live such a lifestyle!❤

[littlegriffoffgridalberta]

Thank you so much for sharing :)) I don't do it with horses but I love being in nature as much as possible, I love my off grid life & just learning many things as life as every day goes by, always something new D.I.Y if your not afraid of stepping outside your comfort zone a little, & the more we explore our creative side the happier and freer we become,

[JustMuah]

love the TeePee love the connection with your animals shows you have a good heart... I so relate with planting seeds where I go, I love watching things grow and encourage everyone plant plant plant ... great job

[kobeysturgeon]

I think that the use of traditional methods and modern technology together is the next stage of of evolution. The mental and physical health benefits that come by living with the land and the ease and productivity that come with using modern technologies means we could be healthier, happier, work less, pursue more passions and relearn the lost knowledge we’ve been living with out the last few generations. I believe this is what many people are missing in their life’s is a deep connection with their work, life, community, nature and wellbeing that’s unattainable in modern fast paced society.

[jamesburns]

When you mentioned Wild Carrots it took me back 60 years to my early Boy Scout days in Akron OH where I learned of Queen Anne's Lace and preparation for eating. I was taught to boil it heavily to make it more easily chewed and it tasted quite good

[caroleelagrone]

I loved living in a teepee
In Oregon on Onion Mountain during Winter!
I really would love to do it again ! I have to live out doors!!! Even though I am 80yrs old now!
I am bare foot and living in the desert now!
Sure would love to live in a Teepee for my later yrs!!!

[ntvrthmn]

I'm looking for a lot of words to say...but you rock! Yes, all previous cultures have always blended the new and the old...it's called syncretism. It's an actual concept.

[beam]

It is very good that the land can provide a nomadic lifestyle for those who seek it. Using modern tec can make it more available as resources are lower and free land rare.

[alexharmon]

I love this dude! and I am sooo jealous too! As a Caddo Indian by birth, I always have had a yearning to live exactly like this. The ancient ways with the new luxury of tech> so progressive. I'm going to watch more episodes now and probably binge watch and plan my retirement years... seriously I'm sick with envy.
peace.
Alex