Appalachian Trail State Overview: Georgia

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  • Опубликовано: 5 дек 2024
  • In this video I will discuss the Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail. I'll go over my experience traveling to GA. where I stayed once I got down there, my thoughts on the Approach Trail, places I stayed on the trail, the towns we stopped in and anything else I could think about while I was out in the GA section of the trail! Grab a cup of coffee, watch it on the treadmill at the gym, throw it on the TV for the whole family to enjoy. This is going to be a long one!
    These videos were also pretty highly requested but also took a VERY long time to prep for and make sure I could find footage and got my information correct. While I would like to make one of these for every Appalachian Trail state its going to depend how well this video and maybe the follow up North Carolina video do. We will see! Hope you enjoy this one!
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Комментарии • 135

  • @seaotter52
    @seaotter52 6 лет назад +2

    Get a ride to top of the falls. A lot of those who quit at Neels Gap did the stairs. Why travel and plan, just to end your hike after 31 official trail miles. The section from Springer to Neels Gap is eminently doable

  • @floridawoman25
    @floridawoman25 2 года назад

    After clicking on 20 videos, this is the one I was looking for, shuttle bus, price, gift shop, etc.......THANK YOU .

  • @MrJoebmxer
    @MrJoebmxer 6 лет назад +4

    Dude, this was perfect! This will definitely help me plan for my trip in May. You made me chuckle about 20 times man, we have a similar sense of humor 🤙

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Hah thanks joe. I appreciate it! Glad you're digging the video!

  • @fairoaks42
    @fairoaks42 4 года назад +2

    Great information. Myself and three friends are heading to Ga in a few weeks. This was some really helpful info.
    Happy Trails!
    Dana

  • @BethRitterGuth
    @BethRitterGuth 6 лет назад +3

    This is a great video ~ thank you. I like that you aren't super fussy; I think folks get too fussy about silly stuff. I am section hiking GA in April.

  • @reeldistractionaction1972
    @reeldistractionaction1972 5 лет назад +2

    Great vid. I marked notes all in the AT guide, thanks! Going to hike GA sept. 2019!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  5 лет назад +1

      Hope if helps you out there. The GA section was pretty enjoyable!

  • @captaincoyote1792
    @captaincoyote1792 4 года назад

    Hey Chris....greetings from Hadley, MA! I really enjoy --and appreciate--your videos. I attempted a “flip flop” thru hike in 2018; I, too, came down with the “noro-crud”. It took 3 days to recuperate in Waynesboro PA. I did get back on the trail.....and did fairly well for a 65 year old.....until an old Navy back injury took its toll on me and off the trail once more. After PT, preparing for a return to the trail, my aging parents took over my life for the the next 18 months. Now I accept that I am a section hiker.....hoping to tackle Georgia late September. I will,watch your NC video as well....to find the best place to be picked up. Again, Bravo-Zulu.....nice job providing invaluable information!

  • @MetroOnTheMove
    @MetroOnTheMove 5 лет назад +3

    Love hiking the Georgia Section as it definitely has it s challenges. Just hiked from Unicoi to Dicks Creek Gap last weekend. Thanks for sharing. Just subbed!

  • @cccross3
    @cccross3 6 лет назад +2

    One day late on this one.... crossed into NC yesterday...I still watched and enjoyed from Carter Gap Shelter....

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      I'm gonna have to speed along the North Carolina video then Haha. Keep it going man!

  • @thomasbeebe1924
    @thomasbeebe1924 6 лет назад

    Great point on the good folks down south. I’m from the Boston area to and I was just so amazed at how friendly and helpful the people from the south are.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Same here. Seemed like a different pace down there. It was a welcome change!

  • @rolfdenver
    @rolfdenver Год назад

    Terrific info; thanks so much! I'm starting NOBO in early April and am so stoked for the trip! (Even though I'll very likely only be able to complete about a quarter of the AT this year.) I didn't notice discussion of bear hangs versus canisters and gather that this wasn't an issue. Will check your NC video as well. I'm leaning strongly towards bear hang in order to save about a pound of weight, but I do like the sheer convenience of a canister.

  • @Wolf34762
    @Wolf34762 2 года назад

    Great video with perfect information!! Many questions answered !

  • @iblamesummers
    @iblamesummers 4 года назад +1

    I hope for my 1st A.T. Section hike to be the Georgia section so thanks for the information.

  • @bealer1234
    @bealer1234 6 лет назад

    Nicely done! Your videos have really grown on me. When I was considering buying a Zpacks Solplex, I found your video to be the best. I bought the Solplex, and I love it. And after I bought it, then I found your setup video to be the best. Keep up the good work. And, as a native southerner, thank you for the shout out. You are welcome back any time.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Thanks! Glad the Solplex is working out for you! I still love mine for sure. I appreciate it. I hope the next time I am down South it will be starting another Appalachian Trail thru hike. Wishful thinking!

  • @bobmcelroy7289
    @bobmcelroy7289 6 лет назад

    I am a slower/lesser mileage hiker. But I really enjoy all the tips and tricks you've posted. No judgement, just my opinion, is so welcome! Thanks and keep it up!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Love it bob. Slow fast medium doesn't matter as long as you enjoy the journey and reach your destination. Thanks for watching!

  • @stanthemanhikes2965
    @stanthemanhikes2965 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks Chris. Alot of great information I'm sure it will be helpful to a lot future thru hikers. I know I'll refer back when hiking in 2022

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Love it Stan! Just recorded and am almost done editing North Carolina. Hope it helps as well!

  • @orthodoxhiker9287
    @orthodoxhiker9287 3 года назад

    Super helpful... I'm fixin' to hike the GA section in September 2021...thank you for this!

  • @WALKITOFFDavidSmith
    @WALKITOFFDavidSmith 2 года назад

    I know this is an old video at this point but I still found it informative. I'm leaving for my A.T. Thru at the end of March so this was a timely find for me. Thanks Chris.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  2 года назад +1

      Thanks! this video definitely seems to get more views around this time of year with everyone heading out soon. Best of luck out there man. Adventure awaits!

    • @WALKITOFFDavidSmith
      @WALKITOFFDavidSmith 2 года назад

      @@ChrisGoesOutdoors thank you brother. I’ll need all that I can get.

  • @charleshester1983
    @charleshester1983 6 лет назад

    Chris, you are a class act. This was a terrific video.

  • @ms.digitalpiggy9274
    @ms.digitalpiggy9274 3 года назад

    This is EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thanks!!

  • @junkfish2007
    @junkfish2007 6 лет назад +2

    Your videos are great! Haha I can relate to the Boston stuff. I am from Natick. I started February 15th and finished August 31st. Went home for ten days when I got to Massachusetts! Planning the PCT now for next year. Keep up the great work!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      Hoping to be on the PCT myself next year! Man being back home again was rough. Traffic. Rude people. Bleeehhhhhhh I miss the solitude of the trail!

  • @ovationsensation
    @ovationsensation 4 года назад +1

    Thanks brotha, appreciated this. Hopefully be trying the Georgia section this summer.

  • @jameshiggins-thomas9617
    @jameshiggins-thomas9617 6 лет назад +1

    Enjoyed your description of my home state's probably of the trail. Aspiring hikers may like to know someone options on the start of the approach trail - re: those infamous steps. If you go through the arch and proceed straight instead of turning left for the "official"approach trail, you'll climb to the top of the falls by the East ridge trail, which is part of the original approach before the stairs were built. No stairs this way, but about 1/2 is a fairly rocky service road. It spreads out that rise, but you miss the view of the falls (of course you can see them the night before 😉). Or, as someone said, you can get dropped at the top of the falls. Misses the view of the falls and the arch, but ... The park lodge and park camp sites (not the at shelter) are there above the falls as an option for the night before. All of this is options for the very start of the approach, a mile or so if it, after that all converted into the main approach trail, which is typical trail to the top of Springer. I'll also mention the Len Foote inn, which is off the approach trail, that folks might consider for night zero.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      Thanks for adding the additional information James! Im sure somebody will but it to good use. Georgia was a fun time. I think its extra special for most thru hikers since its the initiation. I remember everything from Georgia so vividly. Hope to be back someday!

  • @Flame44
    @Flame44 6 лет назад

    Never get sick of AT info vids ! Keep em' coming!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Good to know! Feedback has been solid so far. Will have to plan out the North Carolina one!

  • @lundiboy8
    @lundiboy8 6 лет назад

    I start the AT March 4th. Injury took me off last year which sucked but I found your channel and was able to follow along the whole way. Always looking forward to your future videos!

  • @clarkcoffman
    @clarkcoffman 3 года назад

    This is amazing man thanks for this!! Super informative!

  • @becca9820
    @becca9820 6 лет назад +1

    I’m so excited for this series!! Amazing job! I’m doing a flip flop hike this year so Georgia will be the last state I experience.
    And I have to say, the facial expression you made when you talked about Miss Janet shuttling someone who you thought was skipping trail😂 I laughed pretty hard

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      I appreciate it. Best of luck on the flip flop! Don't let me catch you in the back of miss Janet's van!!!! 😂 really glad about the feedback I've received so far from the video

  • @johndupras5367
    @johndupras5367 6 лет назад

    Chris, well done again on a great video. This state by state approach is great education for all of us future hikers. Great stuff and keep it coming!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Thanks john! I appreciate the positive feedback. Was fun rewatching the videos and stuff to make this video

  • @billleblanc819
    @billleblanc819 6 лет назад

    Great insight and information to what people are going to experience on the trail. Looking forward to the next video.

  • @diannegoudin2986
    @diannegoudin2986 6 лет назад +1

    Please dont get sick of making these videos about the AT! I need any updated input/info since I'm going next year. :D
    And of course, for all the other AT hopefuls in the future!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      More to come fore sure. Response for this one has been pretty good. Will be planning the North Carolina one next!

  • @tony_r_pierce
    @tony_r_pierce 6 лет назад

    Hey Chris, thanks for your videos. Last summer my wife and I re-hiked the section from Springer to Neels Gap. Even though we did this in late May, Hawk Mt. Shelter was overflowing with people -- some delusional (I thought) about actually thru-hiking with a late May start. All the way to Neels the Trail had a lot of people. Lance Creek area was overflowing, too.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Its kind of crazy how busy that area is. I think a lot of people wanting to at least sample what the trail offers. Hoping to record NC and TN videos tomorrow so keep an eye out for them hopefully NC this week!

  • @tombock5472
    @tombock5472 6 лет назад

    Really liked this video. Appreciate especially your thoughts on the towns and facilities. Also the trail conditions and the mental aspects of trail life. looking forward to more of these!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Thanks Tom. Was nice reminiscing while creating this video. Although hard knowing I won't be back out on a thru this year. But have plenty of video ideas and smaller hikes to keep me occupied in the meantime!

  • @gboltonatrail1099
    @gboltonatrail1099 6 лет назад +1

    Just in time! Doing the Approach 3/15/18. Thanks Chris!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Hurrah! +1 Appalachian Trail points for doing the approach trail!

  • @Larry3043
    @Larry3043 6 лет назад

    Awesome video! This series is gonna be really good and the information that your sharing is priceless. Great work I love your videos.

  • @diceros69
    @diceros69 6 лет назад

    I'm doing the Georgia portion only and this video rocks! Thanks!

  • @paulhodge855
    @paulhodge855 6 лет назад

    Wow. You completely changed my plans for a section I am doing in April, for the better. I was planning on driving to Georgia, 14 hours. Now that I realize how cheap the flights are i will be flying and then renting a car. That also saves me the 14 hour drive back. Only $422 total with the car. Yeah!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Haha that's awesome! Glad it helped out. Save that $$$ for gear and more epic town experiences 👍🏻

  • @mmarie341
    @mmarie341 6 лет назад

    Chris, awesome video thanks for taking the time to make it.

  • @tomgibbs1346
    @tomgibbs1346 6 лет назад

    Yet another great video... and glad to hear you experienced some nice Georgia hospitality... we Georgians like to hear it! Also agree with you about the approach trail. IMO Amicalola is an easier departure point, the falls are great, and the trail is exactly like most of the trail in Georgia - so as you say, you learn quickly what you're getting into. Not sure why it gets a bad rap.
    Keep the videos coming please.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      Georgia treated me very kind. well aside from that noro part lol. Falls were awesome! Based on response to this video I do intend to make a North Carolina one too!

  • @M.R.T.V.Videos
    @M.R.T.V.Videos 2 года назад

    Thanks for any info about the @.+. 😁

  • @laurasnyder7292
    @laurasnyder7292 6 лет назад

    please keep these coming!! I'm just beginning dbackpacking. I've done small section/day hikes on the AT, I'm hoping to do the entire Maryland section soon. So, I'm really looking forward to your video about Maryland.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Maryland will probably be included with a connecting state. I think I walked through it in like a day and a half haha. Will have to look back on it. But hoping to keep the AT stuff coming!

  • @twomikeshiketheappalachian8897
    @twomikeshiketheappalachian8897 6 лет назад

    Great info chris, I like the way your delivery is, up tempo, no hemming an hawing . Please do all the states, it will help a lot of people, including myself. Your memory is very good, did you have a journal?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Writing the notes for North Carolina as we speak! I appreciate that people are really enjoying. Did not have a journal. I wish I could explain to people how vivid my memories of the trail are. I did go back and rewatched my videos to help make these but I can recall so much just from seeing a shelter or area of the trail. It's pretty crazy. Hard to explain!

  • @Maddie-jl8nj
    @Maddie-jl8nj 2 года назад

    Thank you!

  • @MetroOnTheMove
    @MetroOnTheMove 5 лет назад

    Thank you for the information. Enjoyed your video.

  • @jeffdavis9822
    @jeffdavis9822 6 лет назад

    Thanks for your insight Chris...

  • @dajo2824
    @dajo2824 3 года назад

    Good video. Thank you. Very helpful and entertaining. , Not including the approach trail and Nora virus how long did it take to go from the start of the AT to NC line?

  • @walterlangston4253
    @walterlangston4253 4 года назад

    plan on taking the train to georgia the gettin a ride to the trail after

  • @Teddy-fx6fx
    @Teddy-fx6fx 6 лет назад

    Great job, awesome breakdown and info

  • @steffystrailmix3797
    @steffystrailmix3797 6 лет назад

    This is great! I start in 2 weeks, keep them coming!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      Writing the notes to North Carolina as I type this to you. Hoping to record it this Saturday!

    • @steffystrailmix3797
      @steffystrailmix3797 6 лет назад

      ChrisGoesOutdoors hey Chris, where did you get your permit for the Smokies?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      We did ours at the NOC (Nantahala Outdoor Center). Its an outfitter that the trail legit walks right by. I dont think they even charged for it. They have a computer / printer kiosk setup there specifically for Smokies permits. Big Mama and I both got ours there. I am pretty sure there were hostels that also allowed you to print them in the town before this. The people at the NOC were very cool though. Get it there I say and if they arent open at the time the breakfast spot next door was great. So it all works out haha

    • @steffystrailmix3797
      @steffystrailmix3797 6 лет назад

      Thank you!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      If you stay in Fontana Village the lodge there also had a copmuter and printer you can print your permit out on!

  • @ALLTINSOLDIER
    @ALLTINSOLDIER 6 лет назад

    Awesome job! I'll put the info to good use thank you.

  • @vibelife5133
    @vibelife5133 Год назад

    How many days did it take to get to the Georgia/N.C. border? Great breakdown of the hike!

  • @zmduff
    @zmduff 6 лет назад

    Amazing rundown! Did you take notes everyday?!? Thanks for the details. Love the channel - keep it up!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Nah a lot of this was from memory. It's in there pretty good 😂 I referenced my own videos I took to make sure what I was saying was accurate too. Hoping to make North Carolina video soon!

  • @suehill6589
    @suehill6589 3 года назад

    Did you ever have a time when you were ready to call it quits for the day and absolutely couldn't find a suitable tree to hang your food bag? My biggest anxiety would be to find a great stealth spot, but no place to hang my bag. What do ya do? Keep moving on?

  • @MTBIKEXC
    @MTBIKEXC 6 лет назад

    Spot on info. Well done!

  • @fallingthroughclouds
    @fallingthroughclouds 2 года назад

    great video! thank u!

  • @ryanyoungs8574
    @ryanyoungs8574 6 лет назад

    Chris man thanks for this video! its exactly what I needed. I will be flying out of Logan next Friday! I can definitely attest to the People Up here being extremely rude. You would think living in the South Shore near the ocean would give them a reason to smile!

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      You would think that, but nope miserable miserable people haha. Unfortunate really. Best of luck on the trail Ryan. Give it hell!

    • @ryanyoungs8574
      @ryanyoungs8574 6 лет назад

      Thanks Chris!!

  • @samsmith8870
    @samsmith8870 6 лет назад +1

    They came out with a norovirus vaccine but I don't think it's commercially available yet.

  • @neiltakesahike8628
    @neiltakesahike8628 6 лет назад

    This was great and timely, leaving in two weeks.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      Awesome Neil I hope it helps you out. Should be recording the North Carolina and hopefully Tennessee one tomorrow!

    • @neiltakesahike8628
      @neiltakesahike8628 6 лет назад

      I'll be watching. Question, I'm going to avoid sending myself resupply boxes like the plague, is Neel Gap viable for buying trail food?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      If I recommend sending any resupply boxes one of the only I would recommend would be to Neel Gap. You pass right through. They have some resupply options I saw there but it would probably be costly and they definitely dont have IMO all that you may need. It was more like some snacks available and some frozen dinner stuff that I saw. You may have to take a trip down to the town we stayed at which had a grocery store.

  • @janeking8685
    @janeking8685 6 лет назад

    I’m sooooo glad I came across your videos!!!! My son from Austin invited his 63 yo mom to join him got a couple weeks starting at Springer. I’m from SC and hike day trails and camp. I AM in pretty good shape.....Any hot tips? Not really into shelters and a bunch of people.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      Just take it slow in the start and I think you'll be good to go. A lot of people get really excited at the starts and try to pound out miles and it's just not a good idea. Other than that not much. If you avoid shelters you shouldn't have much of a problem avoiding people!

  • @bretthikez6567
    @bretthikez6567 6 лет назад

    Do you miss the trail CHRIS?good idea for a series..cant wait for PA and NJ..

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад +1

      If someone volunteered me about $4k I'd be out there again without hesitation

  • @aceconfetti
    @aceconfetti 6 лет назад +1

    Are there any shuttles that anyone recommends from the ga/nc boarder back to Springer?

  • @tomwolf4716
    @tomwolf4716 6 лет назад

    Hi Chris. You have some great tips. I wIll make sure I have Dr. Bonners in my pocket. HYOH

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      For sure tom. Ughhh the noro was terrible. I pray people avoid it this year!

  • @glorgau
    @glorgau 2 года назад

    You've convinced me not to start at beginning of april. Too crowded. May sounds better.

  • @kellirustin7944
    @kellirustin7944 6 лет назад

    That was great!

  • @kenkeepssteppin4067
    @kenkeepssteppin4067 6 лет назад

    You ready to hike it again? Great videos keep them coming

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      If someone dropped about $4k my way I would head out again for sure haha. Thanks for watching!

  • @brendondumas1549
    @brendondumas1549 6 лет назад

    Hey Chris, me and a friend are wanting to hike a section of the AT and we have about 5 days which includes travel there and back to the airport. Considering our limited time, what section do you recommend? I see the first section is 8 days but the second section through Nantahala Mountains, North Carolina is only a 29-mile hike and only three days. Should we do that section instead? Trying to get the best of the trail and thought you could help? thanks in advance.

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      With travel time you could start at the approach trail in Georgia and go until the Mountain Crossings outfitter. I believe its about 30ish miles and their are shuttle drivers galore in that area if you need a hand getting back to the airport. If you dont particularly care what state though I would recommend you check out NH or Maine personally. I also loved Virginia!

    • @brendondumas1549
      @brendondumas1549 6 лет назад

      OK thanks, the views in your NC video look amazing, how many days did it take you to cross NC?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      not really sure. We got pretty sick and spent like 3 days in town. But I believe it was about 5 days not taking into account the illness. I could also be completely remembering wrong haha

  • @OutworkOPP
    @OutworkOPP 5 лет назад

    Great video, thank you. What day did you start Georgia and what date did you finish?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  5 лет назад

      We started on April 2nd on the approach trail. I think Georgia took us something like 8 days with being sick and everything. I remember specifically being SUPER excited to FINALLY cross the NC border. Felt like eternity.

  • @brib9716
    @brib9716 6 лет назад

    Convenience fee is a polite term for gouging.

  • @SylvainSybaris
    @SylvainSybaris Год назад

    So after your flight to Atlanta, you then hiked up north to the Hiker Hostel?... Perhaps this video wasn't meant to give directions on how the heck to get to the dang trailhead.

  • @allanbrown16
    @allanbrown16 4 года назад

    How many days did it take you to get through Georgia thank you

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  4 года назад

      pretty sure it was something like 10 days or so which is NOT normal. We were wrecked by norovirus and stuck in that motel for like 3 or 4 days

  • @janeking8685
    @janeking8685 6 лет назад

    What about bear bag vs canister. Leaning toward bag which one?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      I'd go bag for sure. Lower weight. I understand the bear can thing but bear bag for AT in my opinion

    • @janeking8685
      @janeking8685 6 лет назад

      ChrisGoesOutdoors any preferences?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  6 лет назад

      I was really fond of the zpacks bear bag system. It's about 50 for the bag line rock sack and carabiner. Super light and works great. I actually did a review of it on my channel!

    • @janeking8685
      @janeking8685 6 лет назад

      ChrisGoesOutdoors you’re great! Thanks!

    • @janeking8685
      @janeking8685 6 лет назад

      ChrisGoesOutdoors one other question.....did you really hang a bear bag every night through Georgia and NC???? We’re thinking more about our own campsight rather than shelters....I’m just not into sleeping with groups 😳

  • @paigewood6150
    @paigewood6150 4 года назад

    Boots or trail runners?

    • @ChrisGoesOutdoors
      @ChrisGoesOutdoors  4 года назад

      Personally, Trail Runners ruclips.net/video/LW83JfcSB5k/видео.html