EP1 Croft Solo Series: A Long Time Coming! Exploring Montana w/ The Kids in a Full Size Overland Rig

The Croft Family heads out on their own Solo Series for a much needed month-long, overlanding adventure in their home state of Montana. The trip starts in Yaak, Montana - a land of Sasquatch's, trees and beautiful rivers. Next, there is a very special place in Eureka, Montana, that Clay and Rachelle wish to share with their boys… as long as they can remember where to find it! And you won’t want to miss an up-close look at the co-stars of this adventure: an 2018 AEV Prospector, a Polaris General XP 1000, and a Patriot Campers TH610 Toy Hauler. #xoverland #croftsoloseries #familyoverland
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  • @ExpeditionOverland
    @ExpeditionOverland3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you all for joining us in our family adventure!

  • @WilbanksUSMC

    @WilbanksUSMC

    3 жыл бұрын

    Love the short bits where the kids talk about enjoying their time. I love the family aspect, and really hope to see more family-based overlanding trips. I think this is the new thing moving forward and I hope you guys are the industry standard for that as well!

  • @CascadiaOverlandCrew

    @CascadiaOverlandCrew

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @AaronKay
    @AaronKay3 жыл бұрын

    I love that you gave the boys opportunity to narrate and used their camera footage. That does more for their confidence than just filming them and giving them good experiences like that.

  • @LastLineOfDefense
    @LastLineOfDefense3 жыл бұрын

    Aww, look at those flashbacks and baby Clay and Rachelle, so cute. Epic adventures as always - the dream setup for sure!

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Aahhh thanks Mike! We were babies for sure!!

  • @bbond302

    @bbond302

    3 жыл бұрын

    Gotta make the tremor into that!

  • @EFRT
    @EFRT3 жыл бұрын

    Wow! We really enjoyed watching this episode!! Family time is everything. ❤️

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @traecummings9853
    @traecummings9853 Жыл бұрын

    Clay, I applaud you. You are truly living the dream.

  • @James.s
    @James.s3 жыл бұрын

    The Croft’s were made for this! It’s inspiring when people are called to something, it’s a calling, that every human yearns for.

  • @mixflip
    @mixflip3 жыл бұрын

    I have 3 kids....it drives my vehicle choice and gear choices for sure. It's awesome to see you guys do family videos.

  • @dougsheldon7417
    @dougsheldon74172 жыл бұрын

    This is the best series on KZread and needs to be on Netflix or something.

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @johno7858
    @johno78583 жыл бұрын

    Hey Clay, you’re doing it right man.

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks John!

  • @jayfoster5756
    @jayfoster57563 жыл бұрын

    Camp with your kids whenever you can. I still remember camping with my parents and I am in my 60's! One of your best videos!

  • @waywardexperience537
    @waywardexperience5373 жыл бұрын

    Stuff like this makes me grateful for the internet. Grateful for the witness of your family.

  • @waltere.mellin3537
    @waltere.mellin35373 жыл бұрын

    There's so many beautiful places to explore here in Montana. This is an adventure your boys will never forget

  • @wathadubonnet748
    @wathadubonnet7483 жыл бұрын

    Well seasoned family counselor here. It's looking good! Dad needs to relax a little. Love you guys!

  • @CascadiaOverlandCrew
    @CascadiaOverlandCrew3 жыл бұрын

    This is what's it's all about... we should be working to live, not living to work. Thanks for sharing this awesome adventure with us, it's very inspiring.

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @matthewblakeney7540
    @matthewblakeney75403 жыл бұрын

    Best series of Expedition Overland yet. Nothing like investing in the future generation. Wishing you many safe travels to come. God bless.

  • @wyattoneable
    @wyattoneable3 жыл бұрын

    Some of my best memories with my dad were sharing the outdoor experience together.

  • @michaelbourland
    @michaelbourland3 жыл бұрын

    This was the first video I've seen from you, even though I've heard many people talk about your channel. I must say, you are living my dream life, and if after 17 years she is still your best friend, THAT is your true blessing! God bless you and your family and thank you for doing what you do.

  • @Mid_Life_Adventurer
    @Mid_Life_Adventurer3 жыл бұрын

    Well done sir. I remember in the Alaska/Yukon series while getting your haircut that you looked forward to taking your family out with you. Blessed indeed. 🙏🏻

  • @Marta-xk4wr
    @Marta-xk4wr2 жыл бұрын

    So wholesome

  • @dparker6169
    @dparker61693 жыл бұрын

    Man have I been looking forward to this one. You inspire me as a father sir.

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wow, thank you sir!

  • @alexanderweaver4838
    @alexanderweaver48383 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations, Clay and Rachelle...seventeen years of marriage and friendship; and three handsome boys. What a great way to celebrate an anniversary. My wife and I celebrated our nineteenth this past December. I think we found the secret to a successful marriage...your prospective wife must also be your best friend.

  • @itzaddam9910
    @itzaddam99102 жыл бұрын

    who knew that my desire to purchase a Tacoma would lead me to this channel, where I would then be inspired to be a better human for my own family. Even my wife loves watching these adventures. She says your channel is relaxing. Bravo! Thanks for sharing.

  • @MotoSouth
    @MotoSouth3 жыл бұрын

    The storyline, the adventure, the production... all great and inspiring. Thanks for doing what you do guys (and gals)!

  • @mike1878
    @mike18783 жыл бұрын

    Great times, makes me realize that time with family are the best. Memories

  • @BritGuyAbroad
    @BritGuyAbroad Жыл бұрын

    Rider is such a cute kid, definitely a future overlander

  • @ounamgupta2546
    @ounamgupta25463 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful story!! How come these videos are so underrated!!!!!

  • @tybot1980
    @tybot19803 жыл бұрын

    I wasn't expecting to get a lump in my throat when I clicked on the video this morning. Great work and even better family. Time for me to get busy making memories with my wife and kids.

  • @gmdavisphotography3422
    @gmdavisphotography342211 ай бұрын

    So much to appreciate. Production quality, storytelling , adventure, love of life and family. Such an inspiration....My new favorite channel. Hate that it took me so long to find it. Thank you.

  • @Vehiclesupportedtravel
    @Vehiclesupportedtravel3 жыл бұрын

    That’s an amazing rig and setup for exploring and long term traveling

  • @Bimmerrx7
    @Bimmerrx73 жыл бұрын

    This was awesome Croft family! Nice editing Peter, Dan, and Caroline!

  • @waterandlandadventures4319
    @waterandlandadventures43193 жыл бұрын

    Watching this makes me want to rewind my life and raise my kids in a overland vehicle.

  • @RoamOverlanding
    @RoamOverlanding3 жыл бұрын

    Back from my trip and time to catch up! I am so excited! - Thank you so much for sharing this little piece of your guys life with us! Its a beautifully inspirational one!

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching!

  • @Timberjo2
    @Timberjo23 жыл бұрын

    After one episode I can tell this whole series is going to be amazing.

  • @kennethMaveGR
    @kennethMaveGR3 жыл бұрын

    I really enjoy watching this new series. Not trying to push or upselling any products like other KZreadr these days, but focus on life, family, and how the dream comes true. This is the reason why I'm still a fan of Expedition Overland. Thank you, Clay!

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @nicconmnsk6767
    @nicconmnsk67672 жыл бұрын

    What a beautiful love story

  • @kevlarorg1
    @kevlarorg13 жыл бұрын

    Wow!!! Wow!!! Wowsers!!!

  • @henrikm4657
    @henrikm46573 жыл бұрын

    Stunning scenery! Nothing better than seeing the expression on your kids' faces when they catch their first fish!

  • @hamzamberu6207
    @hamzamberu62072 жыл бұрын

    29:53: real blessing. extremely happy for you.

  • @forrestgumball
    @forrestgumball3 жыл бұрын

    Tfw I've watched XO since I started college and finished. Y'all have come a long way!

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Thank you!

  • @miked8236
    @miked82363 жыл бұрын

    In the words of some famous guy.....alright alright alright!!!

  • @Goose7032
    @Goose70323 жыл бұрын

    Best piece of video content I’ve watched since COVID

  • @thomaszabriskie2124
    @thomaszabriskie21243 жыл бұрын

    Love you guys!!!!

  • @JeffC1
    @JeffC13 жыл бұрын

    Very touching tribute to your family. I think we all strive for the same thing for our children.

  • @UpintheAir.stream
    @UpintheAir.stream3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Job Guys, Really enjoyed seeing you guys out together. Lifelong memories being made right there.

  • @afktravels
    @afktravels2 жыл бұрын

    What a dreamy adventure with these amazing toys! Have a great time out there!

  • @evilcam
    @evilcam3 жыл бұрын

    This is the best education those boys will ever have. Learning from their parents directly, and nature itself, the way all our ancestors did for hundreds of thousands of years. They're learning how to be self-sufficient while also learning how to be a tight and strong family. Rather than sitting inside some room all day, wasting away and being unable to burn off their own natural energy, this is the best class room possible. You all are doing it right. Plus you have one of the coolest rigs and set ups I've ever seen.

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!

  • @germanou
    @germanou3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video guys! Keep it up with the fishing, would be nice to watch more of this. Beautiful imagens of the landscape btw

  • @coryfulmer2745
    @coryfulmer27453 жыл бұрын

    Awesome to see a rig like this in action!!!

  • @ardiantowibowo269
    @ardiantowibowo2693 жыл бұрын

    lucky you boys, have a life like that..!! ❤️

  • @kennycollins181
    @kennycollins1813 жыл бұрын

    As always... never disappointed. We did a 6 week trip this past fall and it’s a great reminder to keep making the right sacrifices.

  • @jenwilko1692
    @jenwilko16922 жыл бұрын

    Such beautiful and heartfelt words to end with💫💝💫🐨

  • @johnng6416
    @johnng64163 жыл бұрын

    So awesome you are raising your kids to be strong, independent, and confident! Beautiful family, beautiful adventure brotha! Keep it up, keep exploring! God bless!

  • @JillianRebekahMountainYot
    @JillianRebekahMountainYot3 жыл бұрын

    Smile on my face the whole time watching! :D

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Thanks Jillian!

  • @himanshu8006
    @himanshu80062 жыл бұрын

    I wish I could do something like this in life, thanks for sharing, great trip, great people, great places and great memories !!

  • @mbusch76
    @mbusch763 жыл бұрын

    What an incredible video. I'd have given it 1000 thumbs up if I could have.

  • @pmurphy12667
    @pmurphy126673 жыл бұрын

    perhaps the baddest ass camper build out there that is just awesome! I think I can speak for myself and most people, having the best of the best equipment is just incredible! everything I get is from your recommendation and time tested equipment.

  • @4dustyroads44
    @4dustyroads443 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this amazing time with your family!! Also a big shout out to the Van Stralen family! Great job on the editing!

  • @marc9709
    @marc97093 жыл бұрын

    What a fantastic life. Family life goals! Well done all 🤙

  • @lmklahre
    @lmklahre2 жыл бұрын

    This is the best channel that I have ever found!! I accidentally found it through Amazon Prime. After I watched all three of those seasons I found this channel. I am on ep.4 and just absolutely fell in love with this awesome family! They are wonderful! I wished I could do the same! I have an adult autistic son(33) an he hates the outdoors.....crazy huh? Anyways, I will be watching this family and the adventures that they go on as long as they have something to watch!! Kudos Croft family!!!!! Keep up the good work of letting us live vicariously through you all!! Take Care!!!❤

  • @indianahoosier5794
    @indianahoosier57943 жыл бұрын

    $300k in toys would make me happy travelin' too... Wife would frown on that and not want to give up her horses... looks beautiful and fun though... great when you can work your job into something like that too...

  • @gzahnd

    @gzahnd

    3 жыл бұрын

    I imagine you’re underestimating that by 150-200k. 🙂

  • @range11tactical16
    @range11tactical163 жыл бұрын

    Glad you guys are making a new series. All the precious ones were awesome, and the production quality is top notch. Keep them coming!!!

  • @tomasrivera1211
    @tomasrivera12113 жыл бұрын

    Great adventure for all the family. Beautiful nature and great equipment.

  • @MontanaDirtRoads
    @MontanaDirtRoads3 жыл бұрын

    Love that yaak river road, that whole corner of the state is amazing, from the kootenay falls,low point of mt,and the ross creek cedars to start. Always carry a firearm in bear country...

  • @projecteu5784
    @projecteu57843 жыл бұрын

    Holy crap! I met your son in tonopah Nevada during the ice storm. we stayed at the la quinta, your son was very mature, well mannered, and sweet. He told me how he liked my dodge which was the silver lifted one with the tire carrier and camper shell, and I saw yours and was in love. Good luck out there guys !!!!

  • @castrodonald18
    @castrodonald183 жыл бұрын

    God bless you and your Family !! stay safe and healthy

  • @ScenicCityAdventures
    @ScenicCityAdventures3 жыл бұрын

    WoHoooo! I can't wait for this series. Montana is this years destination for my wife and I. Every year we spend all of our vacation time in one epic vehicle based expedition. This year, Montana is the plan, so I can't wait! Hopefully we can write down a few spots to check out.

  • @snakessnyman990
    @snakessnyman9903 жыл бұрын

    Wow awesome family time overlanding you guys rock

  • @thegrownman
    @thegrownman3 жыл бұрын

    Now that’s some adventuring. Awesome vidEO family

  • @hghrnndz4181
    @hghrnndz41813 жыл бұрын

    Divorce took my family away, and I spend time watching videos like these just to imagine how it would have been with my sons, Happy birthday to your son. I wrote this at the beginning of the video. Beautiful family.

  • @OutOfZion321
    @OutOfZion3213 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely Beautiful.....not even talking about the scenery. May God continue to bless your family! That's what it's ALL about! 💞

  • @the_nothing
    @the_nothing3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this! I spent many of my summers in the Yaak and Troy.

  • @seth1340
    @seth13403 жыл бұрын

    Love your guys videos. Excellent job. Ps made my girlfriend have tears of joy.

  • @erikcele1604
    @erikcele16043 жыл бұрын

    Just do as epic family roadetrip not bad at all.

  • @hollatmynutz8375
    @hollatmynutz83753 жыл бұрын

    Probably one of your best episodes.

  • @artdecodreamer8113
    @artdecodreamer81132 жыл бұрын

    Clay, I have to give you much gratitude for all the long hours you and your wonderful amazing team spend on filming, editing and creating such breathtaking content. I have watched several seasons of Expedition Overland on Amazon prime video as well as you videos here on KZread and I cannot help but feel the burning desire to one day be able to go on similar adventures through Montana, Canada and the Alaskan Frontier. Thanks to each one of your team members who have struggled and sacrifice to help you build your brand and make your dreams a reality to share with all of us at home. Keep the adventures going!

  • @4LowConcepts
    @4LowConcepts3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @sandralutz-rodriguez2864
    @sandralutz-rodriguez28643 жыл бұрын

    what an awesome trip for you all. Excellent editing skills by Caroline, Pete Jr and Dan!! Well done guys!!

  • @lancedaniels
    @lancedaniels3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for posting and sharing. Really nice to see the places you visited.

  • @bajahank1
    @bajahank13 жыл бұрын

    Good to see you back out in the wild, especially with the boys. Those be memories for a long time.

  • @davect01
    @davect013 жыл бұрын

    Often the case, you travel to explore and forget to see your own backyard. As an Arizona resident, it shocks me how many fellow Arizonians have never seen the Grand Canyon. Thanks for sharing the adventures with us

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @lenorejgreed3189
    @lenorejgreed31893 жыл бұрын

    Your awesome man! Good job yall

  • @jc-crafford
    @jc-crafford3 жыл бұрын

    Your best episode ever

  • @DeanJohnson67
    @DeanJohnson673 жыл бұрын

    the best memories as a kid are always those family camping trips we took every summer break! I was lucky to grow up in an area where there were many other families as well that loved the outdoors and would all go together for our end of summer last adventure before school started again and I remember how cool it was to get back to school and listen to all the stories from others!

  • @wejumpedin
    @wejumpedin3 жыл бұрын

    Amazing family time!

  • @joetrowbridge9603
    @joetrowbridge96033 жыл бұрын

    Truly inspiring!! God bless Croft family!!

  • @scoobymoto9858
    @scoobymoto98583 жыл бұрын

    Amazing video. You have such a beautiful family!

  • @evolution2ride
    @evolution2ride3 жыл бұрын

    Well done!!

  • @austinwilkes8556
    @austinwilkes85563 жыл бұрын

    You guys are definitely doing it right! Very inspirational!

  • @davidzimmer2694
    @davidzimmer26943 жыл бұрын

    Well done.

  • @daleswier8429
    @daleswier84293 жыл бұрын

    The Kootenai, The Kookanoosa, the Yaak, my home next month. True story. Thanks Clay and family. Maybe we’ll get to cross paths. I’ll be passing by Bozie via the 90 on my way there. The anticipation is killing me. Thanks for the video

  • @gregstoller1229
    @gregstoller12293 жыл бұрын

    Best video Ive seen from you. The time spent with family is always worth remembering. Thank you

  • @GrablifeCO
    @GrablifeCO3 жыл бұрын

    Outstanding! So cool to go back with your boys. God is good.

  • @kalanbunch7023
    @kalanbunch70233 жыл бұрын

    The truck looks great! I used to see ya at the Blue Basket in the mornings. I have the big red Ford 7.3 with the Cab Over Ford camper in town! With the Moto or the DH bike always on the back.

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    That's awesome!

  • @katemcwatters3800
    @katemcwatters38003 жыл бұрын

    This episode gave me goosebumps of happiness ❤️ Thankyou for sharing your family with the world and your honesty! Remarkable 👏

  • @jasonwilson7998
    @jasonwilson79982 жыл бұрын

    Pretty dang cool! Thank you for sharing.

  • @NKlovesArchery
    @NKlovesArchery2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Ryder! Tight lines!

  • @ronniegivens6638
    @ronniegivens66382 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the Venture y'all just had that was awesome

  • @bigslacker666
    @bigslacker6663 жыл бұрын

    Out of control amazing gear, haha! Hope everyone watching enjoys the excess but doesn't lose sight of the point which is getting out with your family. And that can be done with a stock truck, a tent and some essential gear. Fun vid!

  • @ExpeditionOverland

    @ExpeditionOverland

    3 жыл бұрын

    100%! You can do it in a Honda, just get out there and have the adventure you want :)

  • @gnarlybud873
    @gnarlybud8733 жыл бұрын

    Love this one guys. So inspiring. Such rad locations. Keep em coming

  • @PineStateOverland
    @PineStateOverland3 жыл бұрын

    Beautifully made Croft family. Tugged on the heart strings for sure. Safe travels!