I thought this rock wall might kill me! Falls Village CT ✨AT Day 79
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- Опубликовано: 3 окт 2024
- Hey everybody, I’m feeling happier but frig this rock wall is steep and wet!!! ✨
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Hear the beginning music=instant happiness
You set a great example for future hikers to not risk river crossings that are not safe. I lost count how many rescues we did because of twisted ankles from slipping on the rocks while crossing rivers and streams. Keep up the great work, you are truly a child of the mountains,
Yeah I agree. I fractured the head of my fibula off slipping on a rock crossing Slide brook in the Adirondacks.
@@adamnichols3506 Ouch! I hope you recovered and are able to hike.
I fell into Big Stony Creek got swept down to the New River, the Ohio and then the Mississippi, fortunately some Cajun fishermen pulled me out, Ithat's a true story I garrontee.
@@TheJhtlag 🤣
Prettiest trail hair ever, Stella. I have no doubt that this trail has thrown much at you that you have not already seen in your hiking history. Sharing your thoughts is a beacon for less traveled hikers in planning their days.
I am learning a lot from your videos. Very enjoyable. Thank you. Amazing scenery.
1,486.8 - Total miles from Amicalola Falls.
27.0 - Miles this day from Mt. Algo Shelter to The Little Cabin, Falls Village, CT at AT mile ~1482.0.
18.8 - Average miles per day. Yesterday's was 18.7.
20.4 - Average miles per day less the 6 zero days.
38 - Estimated remaining days to Katahdin.
The Housatonic River predominantly featured.
Stella, have you watched Appalachian Adventurista's videos? In week 6 Specifically Week 6 where she talks about how she's learned to manage the lows that can be associated with having spent time with family and friends and getting back on trail. She is wise beyond her years, a conservationist and a mine of info about wildlife, fauna and flora on on the trail..
Splendid view
young hiker
Hello Rocks....
Nice to see you, It's been a long time
You're just as rocky as you used to be....
- Conway ATwitty
Awesome. I liked the falls during my -> N .
Anyone else do a little dance at the beginning of Stella’s videos? 🕺🏽Love the little ditty at the beginning. Gets me excited to settle-down and watch another Stella Hikes video.
Wonder how the new pack handles rain. Tough to cover a pack with a Therm-a-Rest z lite on top. She could try cutting some folds on the pad and use cinch cord to carry the pad the vertically on her backpack, the way Coyote does.
I cannot wrap my mind around doing 26 miles a day carrying a heavy pack. I hike 5 miles a day comfortably willl be bumping it up 10 miles a day come June. I have so much respect for thru hikers. This is where I get my inspiration from. I will never thru hike, the food would destroy me but I can push my daily goals a bit. Keep going Stella 🌻👣
You just eventually get used to it. That was one of my favorite parts of hiking the AT. Learning just how strong and resilient our body can be. Most people start the trail only going 8-12 miles a day with a lot of rest, zero days, and complaining haha. Then, before you know it you are doing 16 a day with no zeros and only a little rest. After that, you can just start turning it up! That when you officially have your “trail legs” as they call them.
Also, one of the major factors in me being able to get big miles were keeping up with my new trail family. Some were fast and some were a little slower but we all ended up in the same camp end of day. Man.. best time of my life.
@S. M. yes turtle, everyone has to do what is best fie them. I am thankful to hike Mt local trail everyday 👣🌻
@Brad Leonard that is so awesome. I am thankful I can get put and hike a trail everyday. 🌻👣
She has no body fat which is what kills most people. Her pack is pretty light because she’s skilled at timing water and food resupplies. And she’s in great shape. That said, still very impressive what she can do on a consistent basis and with a great attitude.
@S. M. Greetings brother turtle. I’m planning on exploring the smokies. Only a pinch of the AT goes thru it so we don’t see too much on these vlogs. I’m all into the beautiful flora and waterfalls that can be seen.
You're a very wise hiker. I would have blu-blazed around the high water too. 👍 I'm so excited to see you getting close to my home state of Maine. I'm off to NH today to do a day hike. I'll be thinking of you Nyx. Rest well ✌️
Rain on the AT, go figure lol!
Great video.
You might want to consider hiking the International AT after you reach Katahdin. The shelters are new and don't get used much. But there are a few caveats. The section that crosses over Lunksoos Mountain has not been cleared out very well. Trail construction is still in progress there. Also, near Bowlin Camps there is a bridge over Big Spring Brook that has carpeting that covers the holes in the bridge deck. Might be best to watch your step there. Wassataquoik Stream will be a challenging ford. Make sure you bring a hiking pole and avoid the very slippery rocks. Also If the water level is too high to ford, do not take the marked and unmaintained detour trail because it leads to a bridge over the Wassataquoik Stream that has beams that are so rotted that plants are growing in the middle of the bridge. Just sayin'
Ok to be sad as long as it is not prolonged. Look at is as a release of bad energy. You have also been working hard and are probably mentally tired. Blah weather gets to me. Glad to see you are seeing blue skys.
Wow. You are really packing in the miles. Great work.
Almost to my neck of the woods, in Massachusetts!! :)
Seems like you made a wise decision not to cross that rolling water....Big miles; amazing
You always look so beautiful in the rain,snow and wind.❤❤ Stay safe and Happy Hiking ⛺️🥾💞
Hello from CT! Bummer that you were here during that rainy, chilly week. This week is lovely, but I'm pretty sure you're out of CT now.
Yeah, figure add ~ 200 miles from wherever she is virtually today.
The plant could be a Painted Maple. With a sun shower, there is a chance of a rainbow. Thanks for the pleasant hike and wonderful views. Be well. Wishing you fair weather ahead. Happy Trails!
You have hiked so many days in the rain, it's crazy. You're doing great. How great of those ladies to tell you about the hostel. The trail provides.
So upbeat!
Love 'walking' with you!
Rocks were insane but you made it. Great job Stella!!!
Despite the rain, it was a beautiful stretch of trail! Be careful on those rocks!!💗💗💗
Those two weeks were very wet. Welcome to New England.Great update.🌲👋
Not a fan of slick rocks for sure. Glad it cleared up, at least for a little bit. Backtracking to find something safer than that river crossing, even it longer, was a good idea. Rain in sunshine always amazes me. At least a dry place to stay for the night. Thanks for posting!
Me too! It’s steep! Was a fun surprise!
Good idea to avoid that river crossing. I’ve fallen in a couple of times. Beautiful views. Thanks for sharing.
Did you see my comment on your comment from yesterday?
@@StellaHikes Not yet! We are trying to be there when you cross. Any idea of approximate time - and which intersection. We are excited….👍
@@StellaHikes You said mid afternoon so we thought about 2-3 PM. We are flexible today so just let us know. Sadhana is more excited than me….😎
Try stuffing your boots with newspaper overnight when your shoes are wet. The paper will wick the water from the boots and your boots will dry much faster.
I'm so sorry that you had to pass through our beautiful state during that week of really lousy rainy weather we had! I hope that you're enjoying the current beautiful weather now. It looked like you were descending the "Devils Staircase" on St. John's Ledges. That is a tough section. I've been following your hike for the last couple of weeks on RUclips. Best to you on your journey to Katahdin.
Hang in there, April (May ) showers bring May flowers... the forest is turning green before your eyes...
I did Caleb’s Peaks last year I went in the opposite direction and climbed up the rocks. Beautiful views both at Caleb’s peak and Rand’s view. You’re probably in Mass already.
Rain is pretty much a given in the east as there’s no dry season or monsoon. Every month averages between 3.5” and 4.5” of precipitation. Of course there are always exceptions mainly from tropical storm activity. The stream crossings can be dangerous. Keep on killing it and you’ll weather the storm all the way to Katahdin.
Don't let the highs get too high nor the lows get too low - try to keep a balance. Maybe the repeated Buddhist mantra, 'Om Mani Padme Hum,' may help with the balance. Be well, stay safe. One foot in front of the other.
I’ve followed a lot of AT thru hikers over the years and none of them ever showed much of Connecticut. I’m not sure why. It looks like a very scenic state.
I can't think of any of those "iconic" landmarks that most states have, The only AT hiking I've ever done north of PA was along the Housatonic River, pretty to be sure but you don't really run into anything until Mt Greylock in Mass lets you now things are going uphill again.
You go girl !
Northern States hotels get a bit pricey
Hello from Madsachusetts myself and another follower want to trail majic you. In Massachusetts at Mount Greylock. I hope this is possible.
Stupid question: Is there a covered place outside a shelter where y'all can do stuff like cook (or sort out your pack, etc), or do you hafta cook and everything else inside? I'd be anxious about waking people up, and trying to be quiet often makes me louder somehow! How much space between you and others? Dimensions inside shelters? Thx!
@Steve thx! I'll check farout
What tarp do you have?
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