Episode 3. The Great American Rail Trail. Edmonds To Cle Elum, WA.

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  • Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
  • We make our way to the Palouse To Cascades Rail Trail and climb up and over Snoqualmie Pass.

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  • @ramblingrosenana3513
    @ramblingrosenana3513 2 года назад +14

    Laughing is infectious. How delightful to see you laugh so hard which is like Kristy said, “We are tired.” Love those moments.

  • @anitamckenzie4895
    @anitamckenzie4895 2 года назад +4

    You two are hilarious!!

  • @highway88hiking38
    @highway88hiking38 2 года назад +1

    Oh my gosh!! You had me laughing just because you were laughing so hard. That giant frog dream is hilarious.

  • @lovedogsontheloose
    @lovedogsontheloose 2 года назад +5

    One of the best parts of your videos, to me, is the slideshow at the end of all the beautiful people you meet along the way. Love it. ♥️

  • @melissacurran-moore8919
    @melissacurran-moore8919 2 года назад

    Every one of your videos lifts my heart! The frog dream is priceless! You will be experts in all things bikepacking very soon. Stay healthy!

  • @BubblegumHikesAgain
    @BubblegumHikesAgain 2 года назад

    How cool to pass by those rock climbers! I don't know if I could have gone by without stopping to watch them. What a beautiful day on the trail!

  • @thewanderingyetis8192
    @thewanderingyetis8192 2 года назад +4

    We saw you guys riding through our town yesterday and we were so excited! If you are still in Cle Elum you have to get a donut from Cle Elum bakery! What a dream living an adventure everyday!

  • @Bugnpiper
    @Bugnpiper 2 года назад +3

    Oh my gosh......you were in my town of Carnation! We take our horses on the Snoqualmie Valley Trail! Enjoy your trip! BTW.....those are Skunk Cabbage.

  • @bethsinclair1646
    @bethsinclair1646 2 года назад +2

    Isn't it amazing what stories our brains produce in a dream? Thank you for another beautiful episode!!

  • @kimnwieboldt3147
    @kimnwieboldt3147 2 года назад +11

    That was a fun video to watch. You guys are really living! The scenery is so beautiful and so many memories, even frog walking. I always look up the meaning of my dreams. The internet says a lot of things about dreaming about frogs. One is that dreaming about frogs means you are facing a personal transformation. You are about to experience the evolution of you mind. Go Frog go!

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +3

      Sounds like personal growth is hopping my way. I'll be open to it.

  • @pupcamper58
    @pupcamper58 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful video and the scenery was amazing. Thought I would die laughing about Annette walking the frog🤣🤣🤣

  • @phunkalicious4
    @phunkalicious4 2 года назад +2

    gorgeous scenery , inspiring women thanks for all you do

  • @Hope8x28
    @Hope8x28 2 года назад +1

    You are seeing so many beautiful sights your cups have to be so full!

  • @kalaloch07
    @kalaloch07 2 года назад +1

    I am just cracking up watching this. I just love you!!!!

  • @kalaloch07
    @kalaloch07 2 года назад +2

    Now after watching the whole video I have no words to express my thanks for such good wholesome entertainment in my home state! 😂😂

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      Yep. You're lucky.

  • @cauthoncrazy
    @cauthoncrazy 2 года назад +1

    Your enthusiasm and positivity is so infectious!

  • @PilbinCycler
    @PilbinCycler 2 года назад

    This is such a great adventure. The scenery is beautiful. Thank you for the videos. You both are so totally inspiring. I'm looing forward to all the videos along your route.

  • @bradmcwhirt3730
    @bradmcwhirt3730 2 года назад

    I love the laughing. You two are making it look so fun.

  • @lindaslowstitcher2386
    @lindaslowstitcher2386 2 года назад +1

    You ladies are so amazing frog on. You keep your positive attitudes through rain, snow and slugs. I'm enjoying the beautiful views.

  • @susankelty4814
    @susankelty4814 2 года назад +2

    Fantastic adventures! Super people along the way. Grateful for your inspiration. Be well and enjoy! 💕☮️

  • @helenvwalker7919
    @helenvwalker7919 2 года назад +7

    Full of even more admiration for you both! Didn't think that was possible.......In awe. So glad you are able to get some good weather and are getting onto more bike paths at last. What an adventure!

  • @louisag5410
    @louisag5410 2 года назад +4

    This is (going to be) such an epic road trip… I enjoy getting a glimpse of the small towns & cities as you go across the country…Do take care out there… and see you on the next one !!!

  • @chrisboushey8464
    @chrisboushey8464 2 года назад +1

    You ladies just make me laugh! I am so glad I found your videos. You are very expiring!!! Enjoy your rides!

  • @trailsofanoldrunner
    @trailsofanoldrunner 2 года назад +2

    Makes my day to come home from work and catch up with the Wander Women adventure

  • @carolemurray4532
    @carolemurray4532 2 года назад +2

    Thanks so much for the map! What an adventure this video turned out to be. Rain, snow, sun, mountains, valleys, lakes, water falls, trails and roads. You continue to entertain and amaze us. So silly I find myself tearing up at your photo montage. Keep smiling ladies.

  • @elsajohnson6663
    @elsajohnson6663 2 года назад +4

    I love the "claim your space" phrase. That's exactly it! It is so stressful and yes you do need to regroup once past the scary parts. So dangerous. Beautiful state you gals are doing it! Awesome! This has been so enjoyable to watch!

  • @mareesaemmett1622
    @mareesaemmett1622 2 года назад +2

    Yesterday 2 women on the Interurban trail through Edmonds were robbed .they were both walking. Watching and thinking of you 2. Please be aware and safe out there. On a funny thought. I love your hat's and can't help but think of the movie The flying nun evrrytime I see a video of you 2 riding . Always gives me a smile. We love your journey, your positivity and your video's. We watch a lot of thru hiking video's and found you while watching PCT hikes and we are addicted to your vibe. Thank you for sharing !!

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      Thanks Mareesa. We try to stay safe. I hope the 2 women are okay.

    • @mareesaemmett1622
      @mareesaemmett1622 2 года назад +1

      @@demelar They are both ok. They put a gun in their backs and hit them with the guns and stole their phones. So much evil in this world. I truly believe the good does outweigh the bad sometimes you just have to do what yaall are doing so you can truly get a a broader prospective of how kind and great people are with a few bad apples. Anyways looking forward to watching your new video. You are my favorite you tubers.:)

  • @rkatrails
    @rkatrails 2 года назад +2

    I gotta hand it to ya ladies, you guys really amped it up on this one! "That's not my frog" had me in stitches! Looks like you're getting your sea legs now.

  • @gaylewalker4239
    @gaylewalker4239 2 года назад +2

    Climbing up those stairs with your gear was amazing. Beautiful section, beautiful falls. Keep trekking. 😀

  • @lynnemchugh9745
    @lynnemchugh9745 2 года назад +1

    Laughed untilI cried! New text over video “Get Your Frog On” 🐸

  • @lisaleon4807
    @lisaleon4807 2 года назад +2

    So Glad you made it to the rail trail. That was stressful watching you on the road with all that traffic…ugh! You two are so inspiring! Love the inspirational phases!

  • @luannedimaggio7025
    @luannedimaggio7025 2 года назад +2

    I having so much fun riding with y'all. One day I going to ride that trail. Did not know about it and loved here

  • @bojiebouche9682
    @bojiebouche9682 2 года назад +2

    So so fun to have met you along the way. Hope the eastern parts are friendly and filled with more adventure. I know you’ll make the most of it. You willl always be welcome back with us anytime. Keep the spirit and laughs.

  • @mykirbs2002
    @mykirbs2002 2 года назад +1

    Beautiful ride, and the frog dream made me laugh so hard!

  • @YellowRoseoftx
    @YellowRoseoftx 2 года назад +2

    Washington is soo beautiful! Truly enjoy your adventure. Stay safe and be aware 😎 you will never look at a frog the same way again lol!

  • @virginiajorgensen8614
    @virginiajorgensen8614 2 года назад +1

    Great trail, also such good friends that you have met.

  • @michelleoglesbee-flores3648
    @michelleoglesbee-flores3648 2 года назад +2

    Again, loving the journey. I would have had issues with those slugs! Gah!

  • @williambent9636
    @williambent9636 2 года назад

    As you say, life is a gift. Thanks for reminding us to open it!

  • @vanomadcyclist3474
    @vanomadcyclist3474 2 года назад +3

    Such a fun video to start my day with. Your laughter at the beginning was so fun. You both are doing great!!

  • @MarkInArizona
    @MarkInArizona 2 года назад +2

    I just discovered your channel. Nothing like viewing many of the same roads/paths/gravel I cycled last year on my 2000-mile bikepacking trip. Good memories! And I had to laugh as you slept on Snoqualmie Pass at the exact same picnic table as I did! I didn't have any slugs though.

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +2

      That's a cool coincidence!

  • @rrichardson53
    @rrichardson53 2 года назад +3

    PS: when you two came up with the bike adventure across USA I thought to myself “that doesn’t sound like fun- “ but watching you now - I change my mind. I’d love to be doing it

  • @julieetscheid9682
    @julieetscheid9682 2 года назад +2

    Just love seeing you two bicycling through my local stompin' grounds around western Washington state! I hear ya' about the Woodinville-Duvall Rd--treacherous! Glad you were able to get past it to the beautiful bike trails beyond.

  • @stevewiersma9425
    @stevewiersma9425 2 года назад +2

    This was great. I miss bike touring.

  • @vanomadcyclist3474
    @vanomadcyclist3474 2 года назад +7

    As the navigator, because I own the garmin, when riding roads it is so much more stressful to insure not getting “off trail”. But once on the rail trails it so nice to just breath and enjoy the ride!!

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      Agree!

  • @StepsbyKaatje
    @StepsbyKaatje 2 года назад

    Attacked by snails, sure better then bears! 😂🤣 Long tunnel ! Well done ladies!

  • @MAGICHORSEMAN
    @MAGICHORSEMAN 2 года назад +1

    Luv the videos. Great job

  • @judyrobinson9556
    @judyrobinson9556 2 года назад +2

    Oh ladies, loving your bike trip! I went on a 400+ mile rail to trail bike trip and it was one of the best experiences of my life! Beautiful trail scenes along your way. So nice all the people you met along the way that you showed us. Your laughter at Annette's frog dream was infectious. I couldn't help but laugh. I get punchy when overtired too. Just love your videos and your adventures! Will follow along with you here on YT. Take care.

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      Friends along the way certainly make the road easier.

  • @esthershankula6760
    @esthershankula6760 2 года назад +1

    Wow! Loving this adventure! So beautiful and exciting! You ladies make it so much fun with your upbeat attitudes! Looking forward to the next episode!

  • @morgaynelove9327
    @morgaynelove9327 2 года назад +2

    Greetings from the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state! Your laughter in this episode is so fun! Bright Blessings you two! Ride on! 💛💛💛

  • @texashikeaholicsadventures5651
    @texashikeaholicsadventures5651 2 года назад

    Priceless!!! Love the frog story!!!

  • @christyjohnson4563
    @christyjohnson4563 2 года назад +2

    Amazing!! What an adventure!!

  • @traceylewis7012
    @traceylewis7012 2 года назад +2

    Hi ladies! I'm a fairly new member of the WaWo fan club. Been watching your previous videos and loving every minute of your adventures. I was so excited to find out about your bike trip, and watch it as it occurs. I put everything I owned (not much!) into storage in the 80s and bike toured extensively...Lake Tahoe to Seattle, New England, and big tour from Santa Barbara to Mexico border, then up to Jasper Canada crossing the Continental Divide a dozen times, and finally back down the coast to San Francisco. Stored everything again in 93 for a 3 month tour in Germany, Switzerland, a month in France, and brief visits to countries in between and around Europe with my husband. Your adventure brings back so many memories! I hate touring in the rain!! The French locals told us it was the rainiest summer they'd had in years, but we managed and even learned to work around it, as I know you will. Ride on ladies!👍🙌

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      What great adventure memories you have! Life is certainly throwing rain our way right now, but as you said, we'll get through it.

  • @ct6232
    @ct6232 2 года назад +1

    You ladies are amazing! Good job and stay safe on your ride! Keep walking the frog! 🐸 🚶🏼‍♀️🤘🏽

  • @patricetabor
    @patricetabor 2 года назад

    When you crossed over I-5 on the pedestrian bridge, you were about 3/4 mi from our house. Good luck and safe traveling. I'm jealous.

  • @Domanost
    @Domanost 2 года назад +2

    Run into sand in eastern washington around Vantage-Warden section.

  • @stevekistler8970
    @stevekistler8970 2 года назад +2

    Just found your channel, will be watching with interest because I have been considering riding the great American rail trail and I know it's only about 1/2 trail. Want to see what the road sections are like.

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      Stay tuned.

  • @cooperpabis4642
    @cooperpabis4642 2 года назад +1

    🤣 to the “that’s not my frog” 🐸 🤣 YIKES! Those narrow/no shoulders.😬 Be safe WaWo. 🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️

  • @armchairhiker590
    @armchairhiker590 2 года назад +16

    WAWO magic all the way. and the T-shirt moment..."it's not my frog!" this could be the answer to so many of life's challenges. Snow and slugs and rain, oh my! Best of all your smiles and laughs when facing the unknown and the uncomfortable challenges learning and growing. Bravo and Bike on!

  • @dixxebell
    @dixxebell 2 года назад +2

    Im following along on the map, so the town and trail names are super exciting to hear. It's a great idea to connect with people who know the area, very smart...I can agree with how it's so easy to pack more than you actually need...it will take a while to get in tune with the whole routine and the exertion on your body...OWN YOUR SPACE love that!! Happy trails.

  • @victoriamoore1294
    @victoriamoore1294 2 года назад +4

    This trip may just be too much for Annette.
    🤣

  • @erinjohnson9873
    @erinjohnson9873 2 года назад +2

    There’s a great coffee shop in Cle Elum with delicious pastries. (Sorry I don’t remember the name, but the pastries were better than the bakery!)
    Hope you have a nice sunny day tomorrow! It’s pouring rain here on the east side of the cascades.

  • @kjcoop03
    @kjcoop03 2 года назад

    Thanks for the great frog laugh

  • @hikingforhealthca5619
    @hikingforhealthca5619 2 года назад +1

    What an incredible and inspiring trip so far!

  • @theblueblazebeyond4766
    @theblueblazebeyond4766 2 года назад +2

    Love 😍 this adventure!

  • @llo70422
    @llo70422 2 года назад +2

    Wa Woh's in the house. You two are doing so well. Hang in there and don't run over any frogs
    Sheila Vancouver BC

  • @tanyaweller309
    @tanyaweller309 2 года назад

    Beautiful.

  • @forestshomer4043
    @forestshomer4043 2 года назад

    This segment makes me so happy and proud that I live in the Evergreen State! Journey on!

  • @kenmcclow8963
    @kenmcclow8963 2 года назад +2

    I’m glad you guys got to use some of the bike trails to stay safe. I was riding further north on the Centennial Trail and got dumped on in the afternoon. Naturally I didn’t have my rain jacket so I hid under a tree for 10 minutes.
    Now you are in the warmer and drier part of the state. I haven’t gone past the Columbia River on that trail yet, but you might need to call the park rangers for the combination for some of the gates. Some of the trestles were burned in fires the last couple years so you may have to road ride around them

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      There have been some notable rain dumps the past couple of days. Sounds like plan as you go territory ahead.

  • @imperialDANK
    @imperialDANK 2 года назад

    Great episode!

  • @lauriebragg7828
    @lauriebragg7828 2 года назад

    Looks like you're having a great time and spreading joy wherever you go!

  • @forkintherode8236
    @forkintherode8236 2 года назад +1

    I have dreams like that when I take vitamin B6. FUNNY!! By the way my frogs name is Eddie. Take care and stay safe

  • @snowcrustracer
    @snowcrustracer 2 года назад +4

    Ok which of you fans is going to make a frog on a leash T-Shirt or sticker? :)

  • @gerilosiniecki421
    @gerilosiniecki421 2 года назад +2

    I wish I could remember a dream so vividly. Laughed out loud at the frog story. It is wonderful that you have friends along the way and they are helping you out. The scenery is beautiful and I'm glad you finally got some sunshine. Surprised there aren't more people on the trails although it is early in the biking season. I was wondering it you wear bike shoes that lock into your pedals? Also, is it necessary to do anything with your food bags at night? It's fun coming along with you. Take care, be safe.

  • @tammykeith5909
    @tammykeith5909 2 года назад

    I've done backpacking and tons of biking and you should carry the exact same stuff. the only thing you might add would be a couple of parts and the tools that will get you back to town. now that you have been out for a few days that has your bikes up to snuff and you will have very few surprises luck and have fun

  • @three-cats-photography
    @three-cats-photography 2 года назад

    There are long tunnels like that underneath Donner Pass in the Sierras, just a couple hundred yards east of the PCT. They were originally built by a Chinese laborers working for the Central Pacific Railroad in the nineteenth century, but some time ago the train was rerouted and now they're open for hiking. Very cold and wet when the snow is melting!

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      That Snowqualmie tunnel was a linear freezer.

  • @laurieannmountainlife6619
    @laurieannmountainlife6619 2 года назад

    Just found your channel and I’m loving it! We live in Ronald, WA so we are lucky to be close to the Palouse to cascades trail. We’ve only made it to almost Vantage so far, but we hope to make it to the Palouse in increments. Can’t wait to see your adventures!

  • @Itsallabouttheviews
    @Itsallabouttheviews 2 года назад +1

    That laugh in the beginning reminds me of "we're in the whites" laugh!! You so deserve a good day!! Your getting it figured out! Claim your space but be safe. There are nasty people who have attitudes towards bikers on roads. I feel so much better when I see you on bike paths! I just wanted to let you know we are beginning our exit strategy to hike the AT and your videos motivate me so much more to make changes and enjoy life! So grateful to have met you on the AT! It has inspired me so much more to make it happen! Great adventuring WW!!!

    • @wanderwomenkristyannette5021
      @wanderwomenkristyannette5021  2 года назад +1

      Yay to the exit strategy. Get out there!

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      Me too. That was a great laugh fest.

    • @Itsallabouttheviews
      @Itsallabouttheviews 2 года назад +1

      @@wanderwomenkristyannette5021 we are listing the house at the end of the summer! Downsizing and moving to rural Maine. Hoping to be close to the AT and mountains! We have a few things in mind because we are too young to retire but what ever we end up doing time will be allotted to follow our dream. I have always loved biking and use to ride my bike when I was younger all over. This adventure makes me want to get out and do it again. We took the boys when they quite young to Acadia Ntl park to ride the carriage roads and that was the last real biking we did. Following you has really inspired me so much more!! Since following you on the AT i have always admired your attitudes! You can truly see how happy you are out adventuring! Thats where I am happiest too!!

    • @Itsallabouttheviews
      @Itsallabouttheviews 2 года назад +1

      @@demelar if you are not familiar with the whites its a bit of a surprise even after hiking 1800 miles! So we hope our experience hiking them year round will help us on the AT! But I laughed so hard with you watching that clip!!! 🤣

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад

      @@Itsallabouttheviews congrats on your lifestyle change. I think you'll love being close to the AT and Maine was awesome.

  • @elmosmama4513
    @elmosmama4513 2 года назад +1

    You are so right, you just have to claim your space without a bike lane, share the road right!

  • @wendypelaez9305
    @wendypelaez9305 2 года назад +1

    Where on the east coast are you riding to? Sorry, I missed that! You two make me happy!

  • @StumptownHomestead
    @StumptownHomestead 2 года назад +1

    Those yellow flowers are "skunk cabbage," and they smell just like the name. Apparently, bears eat them. this message was brought to you by the guided nature trail I walked last week. ;-)

  • @thebeginningofsomethingels418
    @thebeginningofsomethingels418 2 года назад

    When it sucks in the NW it sucks, but when it is beautiful it is amazing beautiful! Stay safe!

  • @tall14dude
    @tall14dude 2 года назад

    This is cool. I live about an hour south of north bend in Puyallup. I've been through the Snoqualmie tunnel a couple of times and its always really cool to visit.
    I was expecting more snow with the record cold weather we're having. It looks like the trail was mostly melted out, so thats good.
    Maybe one of these years I'll get a bike and ride across the state.

  • @Mtnsunshine
    @Mtnsunshine 2 года назад

    Wonderful video #3 👍. When you went through the long tunnel and then past the old trail depot in Cle Elum, I was wondering what the men who built those monumental train paths through the mountains would think of these two adventurous women now using that same path with modern bikes, excellent gear and bright, colorful clothing. ☺️. I’ll bet they would be impressed as heck….or think you were crazy. 😆. I’ll go with the former.👍

  • @marnieandnoelle
    @marnieandnoelle 2 года назад +1

    Ohmigoodness, the slugs! It must have taken them most of the night to get all the way up on your tent. How did you remove then?

  • @musingwithreba9667
    @musingwithreba9667 2 года назад +1

    LOL giant frog on a leash 🤣😂
    what elevation were you at when you hit the snow?
    I had a day-of-the-slugs a couple of years ago! I woke up there were a couple of slugs on the mesh of my tent and silly me, I didn't check my shoe. 🤭 and there's still a stain on my sock. Good thing you saw the slug before you put your helmet on Kristy! 🤕🤢

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад

      Most of the snow is on the east side about miles from the tunnel. IDK elevation.

  • @brucefarrar7359
    @brucefarrar7359 2 года назад

    Since you are traveling east you need to make plans to be in Kellogg, Idaho when TATER TOT is going on. TT is a 20+ year gathering of folks who ride and tour using recumbent trikes. The hotel where we stay is right on THE TRAIL OF THE COEUR D'ALENES on which you must travel. The hotel name is FAIRBRIDGE INN and the dates are 6/11 - 6/18. You will love the crowd because most of us are 60 years old and older. We know how to have fun, in a good way.

  • @skyblue-lb9kr
    @skyblue-lb9kr 2 года назад +2

    it kinda makes sense that a Naturalist would dream of giant frogs while biking through the greenest state!

  • @dianamazzullo9065
    @dianamazzullo9065 2 года назад

    Awesome

  • @claramullen
    @claramullen 2 года назад +1

    Biking seems to be much more of a mental stress challenge.

    • @demelar
      @demelar 2 года назад +1

      Yes, less meditation time.

  • @michaelventura2271
    @michaelventura2271 2 года назад +2

    Something in the coffee ?

  • @carolbintorio4033
    @carolbintorio4033 2 года назад

    💚🚲🐸🐸🐸😂amazing

  • @T_Mo271
    @T_Mo271 2 года назад

    A bike computer that's designed for outdoor use would be very helpful.

  • @e-BikeLife
    @e-BikeLife 2 года назад

    Is your plan to ride the ptc all the way? It gets extremely rugged after Ellensburg.

  • @milyneejames9846
    @milyneejames9846 2 года назад +1

    I have looked for a sun shade like you have attached to your helmet, can you tell me where you purchased them?

  • @Golfpt62
    @Golfpt62 2 года назад

    Not my frog is the best thing ever

  • @EJS1970
    @EJS1970 2 года назад +1

    Skunk cabbage yellow flowers

  • @ChicaandSunsets
    @ChicaandSunsets 2 года назад

    I don’t envy you guys on the road rides. Scary stuff. I know you’re careful but still. What kind of shoes are you wearing (I assume non clip ins)? Keep on being awesome! - Chica

  • @davidcolinstillman5585
    @davidcolinstillman5585 2 года назад

    HI LADIES 👋
    HAND WARMERS TO KEEP YOUR PHONES WARM FOR THE BATTERIES . LEARNED FROM RUclips FRIENDS THAT BACKPACK & BIKEPACKING TOO .

  • @jimmyjenkins9240
    @jimmyjenkins9240 2 года назад

    Would you walk my frog for me?
    Sure. I see nothing strange about that.
    It’s not my frog!
    Tunnels‼️

  • @lawandaquintero5803
    @lawandaquintero5803 2 года назад

    I love the sung at brim on your helmet, where can I get one?