Brother, brother. This production of yours needs to be viewed by millions - your message of strength and awaking the will inside, will help countless of those struggling. I salute you for not only beating the curse, but for your willingness and ability to share it publicly. Your best video yet. Adventure on, my friend.
Jeff, I applaud you for not only for your sobriety, but for sharing your amazing journey with those that feel that it cannot be done. IBTAT has brought me knowledge of trail life with no sugar coating… thank you Brother!
Jeff, this is one of, if not your best video to date! I hope that other's may see this video and encourage them to step outside on one of our great trails in the wilderness. Well done brother!
Jeff, I would title this video as The Power of One More! We met in 2018 in Vermont, one person going north, one person going south. I did not meet IBTAT the cussing son of a gun hiker. I met Jeff the most thoughtful, generous and respectful man that you are. My only regret is I did not get a picture with you, so to keep that memory alive in my present I just watch all of your videos. Thank you for this video as it will be a life changing video for people all over the world. Happy Hiking
Thank-you for sharing this. The mountains saved me too, from a different demon but I still related to your words. So glad went for a walk in the mountains. ❤
THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO YOU'VE EVER PRODUCED. It's rare to watch a video that is both a celebration of personal achievement and a means to save other lives, but that's what you've accomplished. I'm glad you took that first step toward saving your life. You're a good man with incredible strength, determination, and artistic talent. I hope you have the opportunity to personally share this video with those seeking a path to sobriety, as your presence in the room garners respect. Congratulations to you, and may your life continue to be blessed with the sanctuary of nature.
Jeff, I have watched your videos from the very first one & everyone after that. You Sir have found your purpose in life, to inspire others who feel like they just can’t go on. You have inspired me to get up & face another day, everyday. I sit every morning & drink my cup of coffee with you & say GMMFSS. Then I get ready for my day & keep on going. Thank you Jeff. You don’t know how much you mean to me by just being you & sharing your videos. 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂
Congratulations on 10 years. Well done sir, very well done. Your journey of strength and millions is steps is an inspiration for anyone going through battles with addiction and mental health. May your life continue to to be the life you want and deserve
I wish I could give this 1000000000000 likes. Been a big fan of your channel for years. Love everything you do brother. Keep hiking and keep staying clean!
Amazing! I’ve followed you on all three, plus Scotland. Have your stickers, etc. I’m old enough to be your Mom. I’ve seen addiction take down many. You’ve conquered it somehow. My oldest is bipolar and I see what the wilderness does for him, as I see what it does for all. You have a gift and I hope your future finds you with others who need your gift and sharing what you mastered.
God damnit Jeff. I attempted a thru hike of the At in 2019 and watched RUclips videos after I got back for 4 straight years. Every day almost. Watching you and all of the other hiking channels. A couple months ago, I had to take a break and put my phone down for awhile. I got on RUclips today finally and found your video. Holy shit. You're the realest dude out there. Im gonna go look in the mirror now! Thanks brother!
I have watched every video you have put out. This one is fantastic! Well done. I have not had your struggles but you pushed me to hike and I have pushed others. Well done my friend.
I was sitting here just finding out about my nephews recent aggravated DUI and I see this. There is hope and there is someone out there needing your message right now and I believe they will see this. Well done!! I just pray everyone - who could use your message as their own motivation - will get to see this someday. ❤
Top quality Jeff all it needs is insight and a rude awakening to bring you out into reality of life , or death in many cases 16 years here and never looked back .
I'm so happy you chose to live. My ex-boyfriend chose a different path....he has been gone just over 3 years and I will miss him forever 💔 I believe your journey will inspire others to choose life 🤗
Wow man! Powerful! ❤🏔️There’s just a wonderful simplicity to life that’s revealed when walking in the woods and mountains. All the BS of this sick society telling us how broken we are seems to fall away. Only we and nature remain.
March 18 2012 for me. The art of walking is just learning to catch yourself before you fall on your face. Keep moving forward brother, there are more people walking with you than you know. Congrats on losing yourself so deeply that you were able to find yourself
Jeff, before I congratulate you, I must first thank you for loving your life. It has affected my life in so many wonderful ways. We've never met, but your a leader, and I have had the opportunity to experience things in my life, because of your inspirational videos. So thank you for being a wonderful example. I'm sure every day is a work in progress, but you have found a way to harness your strengths and share it with us. So congratulations on sobriety. I thank you, and I thank the mountains!
Congratulations Jeff! A great accomplishment among many great experiences. I have a ton of respect for you and wish you many happy hiking days ahead. Let me know if you are ever back in GA - always here to help ✌️ Brooks
Well put Jeff, well put. I have watched your videos since your 1st AT video. I feel I know you, yet we’ve never met. Your strength to overcome is immense. I understand the strength you garner from the outdoors because I too have to be in the outdoors. I thoroughly enjoyed the “silent film” approach, yet I continuously herd your voice. You don’t choose a life, you live one, and you’re doing one hell-of-a great job living. Stay well.
If your 2018 AT Thru Hike, or the Triple Crown, or even the miles in other Countries weren’t inspirational enough… This Video Tops them all!! Between Handstand sharing her journey and now you being so open about your experience, I feel so fortunate to have shared an AT Thru Hike and the trail with you!! Hope you continue to find Peace not just in the Mountains but in your everyday existence, no matter where the Higher Power places you! Hike on in Sobriety!
A most excellent video, Jeff! You have much to offer the world, brother. I am glad that you are among us. Never apologize to anyone for being you. Thank you for creating this video and sharing this with us. Life is hard, but hardship and struggle leads us to grace, beauty and self-acceptance. Keep your nose in the wind and your eyes along the skyline.
Congratulations on 10 years we met on may 5 2019. I was lucky to give a ride into town from the pct. Your adventures are amazing. And have been following you ever since. Life can be hard, but you've been kicking it's ass. I do look at you as a brother and a friend. Stay safe and keep living life to the fullest. Cheers Mike
When you have the acceptance and drive and push through to reach your goal more often than not you reach it and then set another one. It's a moving target. Your perseverance inspires me. I've been with you for a few years now, rock on! Btw how is Roscoe?
Jeff, I have been following you since the Linville Gorge days...I admire your spirit immensely. Your content is fantastic, but your authenticity is larger than life. I saw you at your place of work a few weeks ago and was reminded to come back to your channel. Thank you for contributing to positivity and continuing to be raw and authentic.
Hey TAT, nice insight- the challenge of beating addiction is so nice to be on the other side of where you can enjoy the way that life is meant to be lived. You have so many great memories to look back on and I am glad you have shared them with us! 🎸🚴🏼♂️🌿🌱🧘🏼🙏
In society, some of us gets to extract themselves from survival when they adhere to the artificial construct that the farmers see fit. As this fantasy is falling apart, survival becomes joyful. For men fantasies are all really nightmares. For those who are unfit in the farm, drugs can supply some dream. Yet surviving have plenty more to offer. Men remain social creatures. They are not designed to survive alone. Until they reach 13, they need someone compassion to look after their 6 fondamental needs. That makes compassion the 7th fundamental need. When you pass 13, if the slavery in the farm have no place for you, then it start restraining sufficient compassion to survive. For it is an artificial farm. And we are designed free as much as we are made social. From this one can learn that men cruelty is the obstacle to any goal, being antonym of compassion. Which is one of the few fundamental need. With this, the one priority above all in the achievement of any goal is to preach compassion.
Brother, brother. This production of yours needs to be viewed by millions - your message of strength and awaking the will inside, will help countless of those struggling. I salute you for not only beating the curse, but for your willingness and ability to share it publicly. Your best video yet. Adventure on, my friend.
Jeff, I applaud you for not only for your sobriety, but for sharing your amazing journey with those that feel that it cannot be done. IBTAT has brought me knowledge of trail life with no sugar coating… thank you Brother!
24 yrs sober here. The best gift I ever gave myself. Thank you for sharing your journey to life and your perspectives. Congratulations!
Thanks that was well said. I to am an alcoholic and on December 26 th of 2025 it will 40 years sober, it’s a wonderful thing. 👊🏼✌🏻
Jeff, this is one of, if not your best video to date! I hope that other's may see this video and encourage them to step outside on one of our great trails in the wilderness. Well done brother!
Jeff, I would title this video as The Power of One More! We met in 2018 in Vermont, one person going north, one person going south. I did not meet IBTAT the cussing son of a gun hiker. I met Jeff the most thoughtful, generous and respectful man that you are. My only regret is I did not get a picture with you, so to keep that memory alive in my present I just watch all of your videos. Thank you for this video as it will be a life changing video for people all over the world. Happy Hiking
Nice work man 👊
4.5 years sober now for me. Thanks for sharing your story IBTAT.
Thank-you for sharing this. The mountains saved me too, from a different demon but I still related to your words. So glad went for a walk in the mountains. ❤
THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO YOU'VE EVER PRODUCED. It's rare to watch a video that is both a celebration of personal achievement and a means to save other lives, but that's what you've accomplished. I'm glad you took that first step toward saving your life. You're a good man with incredible strength, determination, and artistic talent. I hope you have the opportunity to personally share this video with those seeking a path to sobriety, as your presence in the room garners respect. Congratulations to you, and may your life continue to be blessed with the sanctuary of nature.
Jeff, I have watched your videos from the very first one & everyone after that. You Sir have found your purpose in life, to inspire others who feel like they just can’t go on. You have inspired me to get up & face another day, everyday. I sit every morning & drink my cup of coffee with you & say GMMFSS. Then I get ready for my day & keep on going. Thank you Jeff. You don’t know how much you mean to me by just being you & sharing your videos. 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂
Congratulations on 10 years. Well done sir, very well done. Your journey of strength and millions is steps is an inspiration for anyone going through battles with addiction and mental health. May your life continue to to be the life you want and deserve
Congrats! I am at 11 years sober so far! Grateful to be alive.
Congrats TAT! Keep on fightin' the good fight....
Not many people can even hike because of just being out of shape let alone being addicted to something....you did well friend.
Jeff, congratulations on 10years sober, brother. Not enough people can say that yet. Wow done video.
I wish I could give this 1000000000000 likes. Been a big fan of your channel for years. Love everything you do brother. Keep hiking and keep staying clean!
Proud of you, Jeff. Thanks for all your work and helping me with my own sobriety journey.
Powerful words, Well done brother. A thru hiker said to me on my hike of the PCT, "may you find cool water" Thanks man.
Amazing! I’ve followed you on all three, plus Scotland. Have your stickers, etc. I’m old enough to be your Mom. I’ve seen addiction take down many. You’ve conquered it somehow. My oldest is bipolar and I see what the wilderness does for him, as I see what it does for all. You have a gift and I hope your future finds you with others who need your gift and sharing what you mastered.
God damnit Jeff. I attempted a thru hike of the At in 2019 and watched RUclips videos after I got back for 4 straight years. Every day almost. Watching you and all of the other hiking channels. A couple months ago, I had to take a break and put my phone down for awhile. I got on RUclips today finally and found your video. Holy shit. You're the realest dude out there. Im gonna go look in the mirror now! Thanks brother!
Glad to hear it brother!!
One day at a time, brother. We’re right there with you.
This is really beautiful. You said a lot of things I needed to hear today. Thank you.
Your one amazing man. Keep up the great work. We love you. Your story will most likely help a lot of people. Thank you for sharing.❣️🙏
God Bless 🙏🏻 Patty 🫶🏻 Appreciate you my friend!
Awesome brother… nice video. Sober myself for 25 years you won..❤❤
That was super spot on...Very inspiring...THANK YOU!! Can't wait for your next hike
Thank you for this!
I need my purpose and struggle also.
This gives me some possibility that I shouldn't give up
I have watched every video you have put out. This one is fantastic! Well done. I have not had your struggles but you pushed me to hike and I have pushed others. Well done my friend.
I was sitting here just finding out about my nephews recent aggravated DUI and I see this. There is hope and there is someone out there needing your message right now and I believe they will see this. Well done!!
I just pray everyone - who could use your message as their own motivation - will get to see this someday. ❤
Top quality Jeff all it needs is insight and a rude awakening to bring you out into reality of life , or death in many cases 16 years here and never looked back .
Thanks for a great video. We followed you on your entire journey. Congratulations on 10 years.
🤩‼️ Been following you for quite awhile now, since I got sober again Dec 21 2021..
keep on going brother. Congrats‼️
Good on you, and thanks for comitting to put this out there Jeff.
I'm so happy you chose to live. My ex-boyfriend chose a different path....he has been gone just over 3 years and I will miss him forever 💔
I believe your journey will inspire others to choose life 🤗
This is one of the most amazing videos you have produced. I'm definitely sharing this.
Powerful! ❤ thanks for the beautiful production and for your gift of videos. Keep on keeping on. Mad respect. ✊
Wow man! Powerful! ❤🏔️There’s just a wonderful simplicity to life that’s revealed when walking in the woods and mountains. All the BS of this sick society telling us how broken we are seems to fall away. Only we and nature remain.
March 18 2012 for me. The art of walking is just learning to catch yourself before you fall on your face. Keep moving forward brother, there are more people walking with you than you know. Congrats on losing yourself so deeply that you were able to find yourself
Well done sir. You are amazing. Keep on hiking and keep on fighting!
This is the most beautiful video! And your videos are always amazing. You have a gift. Congratulations on 10 years!
Great video! I know we don’t really know each other but I’m proud of you. Your motivation motivates us.
Jeff, before I congratulate you, I must first thank you for loving your life. It has affected my life in so many wonderful ways. We've never met, but your a leader, and I have had the opportunity to experience things in my life, because of your inspirational videos. So thank you for being a wonderful example. I'm sure every day is a work in progress, but you have found a way to harness your strengths and share it with us. So congratulations on sobriety. I thank you, and I thank the mountains!
Well said and we are so proud of you and your sobriety.
still hits the second time around, love that u put in the death glissade. good shit mang
Thank you for sharing your strength and your passion
Absolutely amazing, sincerely…thank you for sharing and inspiring all of us! You rock!!!
Bravo my man! Congrats on ten years sober. I’ve got nearly 8. You are an inspiration. Keep on keeping on!
Absolutely amazing video!! 💚 can’t wait to see what you do next. Congratulations 🎉
I wish you the best life has to offer. Thankyou for sharing . ❤️
Congratulations Jeff! A great accomplishment among many great experiences. I have a ton of respect for you and wish you many happy hiking days ahead. Let me know if you are ever back in GA - always here to help ✌️
Brooks
Good Morning Sunshine. HikeOn.
Well put Jeff, well put. I have watched your videos since your 1st AT video. I feel I know you, yet we’ve never met. Your strength to overcome is immense. I understand the strength you garner from the outdoors because I too have to be in the outdoors. I thoroughly enjoyed the “silent film” approach, yet I continuously herd your voice. You don’t choose a life, you live one, and you’re doing one hell-of-a great job living. Stay well.
Hike On brother! We are rooting for you.
Congratulations on 10 years sober. This is such an inspiring video, I hope it makes everyone want to do better in their lives ❤❤
If your 2018 AT Thru Hike, or the Triple Crown, or even the miles in other Countries weren’t inspirational enough… This Video Tops them all!! Between Handstand sharing her journey and now you being so open about your experience, I feel so fortunate to have shared an AT Thru Hike and the trail with you!! Hope you continue to find Peace not just in the Mountains but in your everyday existence, no matter where the Higher Power places you! Hike on in Sobriety!
Congratulations, Thank you.
What an amazing journey. Thank you ❤
many thanks you choose to live! I love to follow your trips. And I really like you are "different" than most of the people. take care best
Such a powerful message in just a short 8 minute clip. One day at a time , one step at a time. Stay strong Jeff!
The first step is the hardest. Keep it up.
beautiful video- thank you for the continuous inspiration!
Well done mate, awesome hikes awesome achievement, always great seeing your work on the screen. Thank you!
A most excellent video, Jeff! You have much to offer the world, brother. I am glad that you are among us. Never apologize to anyone for being you. Thank you for creating this video and sharing this with us. Life is hard, but hardship and struggle leads us to grace, beauty and self-acceptance. Keep your nose in the wind and your eyes along the skyline.
Nothing but respect.
Congratulations! Keep going! Thank you for being an inspiration!
This video speaks for itself. Congrats brother, 10 years is great achievment!
Thank you for your vulnerability and courage! Respect from Belgium
Thanks for the inspiration. Hiking is saving me one step at a time. I also have chosen to live.
Awesome dude! You’re an inspiration and I congratulate you on all your amazing accomplishments! Keep living life brother ⛺️👍🏻📸🏔️
The world is a better place with you in it, glad your still on trail, sheeeezt ☘
Congratulations Sir 👏👏👏
Congratulations on 10 years of Living. This video was beautiful and very touching.
Powerful video. March respect for you.
This is powerful, brother. Thank you.
Congratulations on 10 years we met on may 5 2019. I was lucky to give a ride into town from the pct. Your adventures are amazing. And have been following you ever since. Life can be hard, but you've been kicking it's ass. I do look at you as a brother and a friend. Stay safe and keep living life to the fullest. Cheers Mike
When you have the acceptance and drive and push through to reach your goal more often than not you reach it and then set another one. It's a moving target. Your perseverance inspires me. I've been with you for a few years now, rock on! Btw how is Roscoe?
A very moving and thought provoking video. Thank you for sharing.
This brought tears to my eyes, you're such an inspiration, mate. PROPER fucking job ❤🔥
Thank you brother for this! Congratulations on your journey! You're an inspiration to many!
Bravo Jeff, well done! ♥♥♥
Jeff, I have been following you since the Linville Gorge days...I admire your spirit immensely. Your content is fantastic, but your authenticity is larger than life. I saw you at your place of work a few weeks ago and was reminded to come back to your channel. Thank you for contributing to positivity and continuing to be raw and authentic.
Congratulations..👍✌💯 ODAT..😊
Wow. Thank you
So happy to see you’re doing well.
Nice film. Congrats on 10 years!
Hey TAT, nice insight- the challenge of beating addiction is so nice to be on the other side of where you can enjoy the way that life is meant to be lived. You have so many great memories to look back on and I am glad you have shared them with us! 🎸🚴🏼♂️🌿🌱🧘🏼🙏
Proud of you.
Nice one, Jeff.
Thanks for sharing. Great video
Thank you.
Heck yeah Brother! That was epic 👍
Keep going,I admire you
Well done.
Congratulations, seriously.
Congratulations
Excellent video. Pet RPWT for me. Good Luck, Rick
you are right bro! 💪
This is a great video about a great conquest. Weve never met but someday id like to a shake your hand.
👊🏻God Bless 🙏🏻
In society, some of us gets to extract themselves from survival when they adhere to the artificial construct that the farmers see fit. As this fantasy is falling apart, survival becomes joyful. For men fantasies are all really nightmares. For those who are unfit in the farm, drugs can supply some dream. Yet surviving have plenty more to offer. Men remain social creatures. They are not designed to survive alone. Until they reach 13, they need someone compassion to look after their 6 fondamental needs. That makes compassion the 7th fundamental need. When you pass 13, if the slavery in the farm have no place for you, then it start restraining sufficient compassion to survive. For it is an artificial farm. And we are designed free as much as we are made social.
From this one can learn that men cruelty is the obstacle to any goal, being antonym of compassion. Which is one of the few fundamental need. With this, the one priority above all in the achievement of any goal is to preach compassion.