Across the Darien, Part 4: “I Think We’ve Got It”

With support from the Panamanian Border Service (SENAFRONT), the GoRUFFLY pack begins a harrowing trek across the perilous Darien Gap jungle, encountering thousands of desperate migrants who report armed theft and assault.
GoRUFFLY Across the Darien
Presented by RUFFLY Ethical Outdoor Dog Gear
In partnership with Girl UP | United Nations Foundation
With support from Triumph Motorcycles North America and Tractive
Co-founders Jess and Greg, along with their Swiss Shepherd Whimsy, are on a mission to prove that artisan-made RUFFLY ethical outdoor dog gear can go everywhere and still looks amazing. So they're riding around the world on motorcycles and raising $100K for Girl Up!
In season 4 of GoRUFFLY Around the World, Across the Darien, Swiss Shepherd puppy, Whimsy, joins the pack, learns to ride in her K9 Moto Cockpit, and they travel south through the U.S., Mexico, and Central America to reach South America by trekking across the Darien Gap jungle.
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♫ Soundtrack
Intro: “My Heart Is Home” by Upstate
Episode: “Make You Mine” by Handsome and Gretyl, “Up My Sleeve” by Madeleine, “The Open Road” by Kat Meoz, “Limitless” by BELLS, “Vagabond” by Handsome and Gretyl, “Where Are You Now (Prana Farms Day 285)” by Jim and Sam, “Warmth & Shelter” by Secret American, “Not Walkin’ Away” by Emily Hearn, “Home Again (featuring Jordan Critz)” by Jordan Frye, “My Own Thing” by Wyldcat, “Always Home” by Leucadia, “All the Pretty Things” by McKenzie Lockhart, “You and Me Forever” by Traveler, “Rise” by Joshua Hyslop
Bloopers: “Stuck with You” by Upstate
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[@jessicatrahanmoreno388]

There is a humanitarian crisis that nobody is reporting on. Instead the news shows the mud at Burning man. It's good to see this even if you didn't intend to cover the migration problem. You did a lot of good from being there.

[@GoRUFFLY]

It was a very difficult scene to witness and experience, and I appreciate that it spoke to you.

[@elgringoec]

💪❤️☮️

[@gguff1061]

That was awesome.

[@GoRUFFLY]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@ExploradoresdeArgentina]

Amazing, this cross with the army can do by anyone?

[@GoRUFFLY]

No, we were incredibly lucky to obtain permission from SENAFRONT and their support of the escort. They were very enthusiastic about our Girl Up fundraiser and wanted to support it.

[@ExploradoresdeArgentina]

@@GoRUFFLY i supoused, thanks to documented and show to the world!

[@GoRUFFLY]

@ExploradoresdeArgentina thanks for tuning it and sharing in it with us!

[@campoutwestus]

That was intense. I don't know how you were able to stay so positive. It's an amazing story you're telling.

[@GoRUFFLY]

It was absolutely grueling physical and mentally but also an incredible opportunity. So grateful you tuned in and so glad you enjoyed it!

[@cmoreoverland6739]

You guys! Amazing...Seeing the difficulty of this journey nd the fact that migrants are carrying everything on their back including children pokes a lot of holes in the political bulls@& we hear every day about the dangers posed by a border crisis. I love this...Curious if you made a contribution for your guides...

[@GoRUFFLY]

Agree completely. Migration is a complicated topic but these people were filled with hope and good intentions for a better life. So glad that came through and that you enjoyed part 4! We took mental notes during the journey of the various troopers' interests and gifted gear at the end (i.e. solar panels, batteries, biltong, a knife, etc.). Thanks again and hope you find part 5 continues and concludes the journey well.

[@hannamollo]

I saw the video that bald and bankrupt did and they started in columbia to the US Border. It completely changed my view regarding immigration.

[@GoRUFFLY]

Yes, agreed. Quite a different thing to see it happen in this way.

[@A_G420]

Another great video. I like Greg's idea of being saved first, then the dog lol. Too funny

[@GoRUFFLY]

Gotta have your order of priorities, right?…. Ha ha

[@jacoblumm]

You guys are awesome! Great story. Suerte!

[@GoRUFFLY]

Thank you so much for joining along with us on this. Over the Andes is in full swing, so don't wander off. Again, thanks for sharing in this!