Hey Maddie - that burn is so unfortunate but you are doing great! I through hiked in 2017. Personal advice - never apologize for a zero day - or two or three :). I never pulled big miles, as I realized an average of 13/day would get me there, so I kept it between 10-16 (18 max) and had plenty of time. I took around 4 days off when I got to Harpers Ferry to visit family in the DC area, and took close to a week off in New York to visit more family. When I hiked I noticed a lot of people got burnt out - be sure to take rest days - they are 100% necessary and don’t stress about losing your friends - you make new ones and will even likely (randomly) reunite with your old friends in a month or two. Also - I’ve noticed you’ve been getting a lot of rain! My year was heavy on rain too haha. I got so fed up with it that I made the decision never to hike in it - I spent 3 days straight in my tent one time (wish I was joking) just to avoid it. Eventually I realized this was a very bad strategy to finish the trail… so started night hiking after the rain stopped to make up the miles if needed. Anyways, you’ve done amazing to make it this far. If you feel the need to adjust your hiking strategy for any reason at all, then I say go for it! I only bring this up because you’ve already brought it up yourself a few times in your videos. Figured I would offer some words of encouragement with you doing you how you see fit. Anyways - I’m really enjoying your videos so I hope you pull past this difficult week!
Suggestions, it's a money issue doctor wont tell you..coconut oil every two hours slathered on your burn will heal it in a day or so. Pain free too. Get some coconut oil an keep it oily, slather more when it starts to dry. Your welcome!
You may not see or feel us but we (your viewers/subscribers) are right there with you! You’re doing so great and when you get to be my age 😊 you will have such memories!!! Thank you for letting an older woman live vicariously through you. Sending prayers and wishes for lots of trail magic.
Ouch - that burn could of turned out much much worse. Make sure whatever you do that you keep those areas as clean as possible. I'd also recommend that you put some Bacitracin on it to prevent infection. Unfortunately, burns open up the skin to a host of potential infections and it's important to stay ahead of the curve on them. You're doing great kid. Hiccups are a part of life and it's what makes us who we are. Get well soon!
I've boiled water so many times on top of rocks and stumps. Never again, I'll be cooking on the ground from now on. That's a pretty bad burn but great on ya for pressing on
Hi Maddie! I think I can speak for many of your viewers when I say that we support you and want to see you succeed with your hike to Maine! We are all grateful to you for taking us along, and we appreciate all the extra work you have to do, so that we, your viewers get to experience all the beautiful scenery along the AT. You have in a way become an adopted family member, and we care about your health and happiness. Please, keep your morale up and take care of yourself! What you are attempting might be the most difficult project in your life, both physically and mentally. You have already hiked approximately 700 miles! You should be proud of yourself for every one of those miles! You are strong and healthy, and you have the will to succeed! Despite any setbacks you have endured, you kept going forward. You really are doing great! Remember to "just keep pickin' em' up, and puttin' em' down!" Please, take care of yourself, and ENJOY!
You are not that weird girl that burned yourself. You are unique and so amazing! Last year I hiked with a girl who's trail name is Spills because she did the same thing. My rule is if boiling water on a table always stand, never sit under it. I'm sorry that it happened but you will heal soon. Don't get down on yourself! You are tougher and stronger than you know yet! We are rooting for you Maddie!!! You got this! 🫂
I am loving watching these bc I see you on another platform for your shorts. So I know some stuff that hasn’t happened yet etc. sorry about those burns
Regarding your burns, Stanimals and the Trail community, here's a quote that may make some sense: "The greatest rewards of any organization are not necessarily the accomplishments of the organization, but rather, the human relations that are made."(Fred S. Burroughs). Be well, stay safe.
I feel sorry for you!😮 You deserve to finish this hike. I wish you get better, physically and mentally. If it can help, you’re my favorite hiker this year😊!
My daughter and I are cheering you on Maddie!! Fatigue is so hard to deal with! Try to increase iron and vitamin B12 if you can to see if that helps as deficiencies can exasperate fatigue. Dried fruits, cashews, raisins, and pumpkin seeds are hiker friendly sources of iron. Dried cereals are light and easy to pack, good sources of B12, and can make a good snack with dried fruit mixed in (depending on the cereal). You can also get supplements instead/too if you don't think you can get enough from foods (2.4 mcg B12 and 18mg iron daily). Thanks for sharing your adventure! You should be so proud of what you have accomplished so far!
I’m glad to see that people are helpful and caring along the way. Also glad that your friends stayed back with you so you weren’t alone. Hopefully your burns heal fast. Be careful out there, girl! ✌🏽
Ouch, you poor thing! And even on your worst days, still ending on a note of positivity. I feel like your wisdom is so helpful too… currently having a crappy time at work and life (just the last couple days) so it’s great to hear how you reframe that attitude and I’ll try myself 😅
Maddie, Maddie, Maddie, I'm so Mad at you!!!! From the first time I saw those little camp stoves, I pictured in my mind what happened to you. You just had to be the one, who experienced this tragedy. Thankfully, because you were wearing shorts, and able to get the boiling water off your legs quicker, you only got first degree burns, If you had, had long leg pants on, 2nd, and 3rd, degree burns would've put you in the hospital, ending all Appalachian Trail plans for this year. Thankfully you were very lucky, and escaped from this fully preventable accident with some what minor problems. I'm so glad you learned your lesson on the inherent dangers these little camp stoves hold, and will never do this Again. First degree burns are still no fun, and I hope you fully recover soon. I just pray that these burns don't haunt you to long, such a big burn area will cause skin/muscle problems for quite a long time, until everything fully heals, I'm a former burn victim myself. so I know all about burn recovery. Maddie, my Kentucky Ranger girl, please take charge of YOUR life, and take care of YOUR needs, everything else will fall in place, and work out for you, So keep on Trucking my Kentucky Sweetheart, YOU can DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!
Sounds Ike your body needs a rest. Please don't ignore your pain and discomfort and if you need to stop for a bit please do. You have many fans who are cheering for you .
It's better to take a zero when you are needing it that staying with your friends. If they really are friends, they will zero with you. You have tons of time to finish. The summer heat is brutal. Last year I used Gaterade zero drink mix packages for electrolyte replacement 2 or 3 a day in the heat. I alternated one plain water, one with Gaterade all day. It really helped with the tiredness. Swim as often as you can. I understand that the trail has become a grind. It's why only 25 percent finish. I promise that it gets better the farther north you go. The heat will break once you are in Vermont. The White Mountains are spectacular! Never quit on a bad week! You have made it this far, you can finish! Take a few days off and recoup if you need to! I guarantee you will meet your friends again in New Hampshire and Maine. People slow down at the top of the trail because they do not want to finish yet.We are rooting you on! It's all about wanting it bad enough!!! ❤
You poor thing I’m so sorry this happened to you!!! I’ve enjoyed following you on this journey!! You can do it your so strong and such a beautiful soul!!! You share your heart and your so real. I have cancer I had a transplant 4 months ago and admire your spirit you make me smile when I have tough days I just wanted to say thank you
Concerning your unrelenting fatigue, are you doing any electrolyte replacement? Low electrolytes can cause fatigue, nausea and surprisingly, it can also affect your mood. Stay safe out there!!
Glad that your bad week was filled with helpful, caring people….and I hope you find that good balance of keeping up with your friends, while also being able to take of yourself so that you can enjoy all the trail experience…the people and being able to stop and enjoy the views and sites and take a break when you need it…and i am trying not to be selfish in what i want…but i hope i get to follow you all the way to Maine…I know you can do it…but no matter how this hike ends…im a channel follower for as long as you post videos..wherever you are …take care and have a great week!
Stay safe Maddie (from disgusting people)! First time posting on your channel. You seem to be a sane and thoughtful person with a philosophical disposition and I, who am European and from Sweden, feel very much at home in your way of tackling your hike! Keep your breath and despite your deadline, try to take advantage of your rest. I keep my fingers crossed for you!
Hey I’m sure someone has shared this with you, but I recently learned u can use the sports cap on a smart water bottle to back flush the sawyer, instead of carrying around the syringe! That info rocked my world I thought I’d share 😊🐻see ya out there!
Oh Mattie, praying for you to heal. I’m not there, so I know nothing how you’d feel doing the hike, but I suggest you stay positive and when not so positive thoughts penetrate your being, toss them right away and don’t allow them to define you. You’re a warrior and you are doing amazing. Learn from your journey and stay positive. There’s tons of reasons why you’re doing it, and most of them you’ll find them on the trail. Go Mattie goooooooooo 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
im so sorry you had a hard week :( Let's just hope things get better and you heal quickly. Please take care of your health. Keep your chin up, remember, if it was easy everyone would be doing it. Routing for you in Ohio.
What the ..F - - K …. I wish YOU.. great health an swift kick in the ASS to get you to the end… great to see some of your friends stayed to help you out…. Big THANKS TO THEM…🍺🍺🍺🍺
Maddie... Stay at it!! Pain is part of every process... even if that pain is just finding patience. We'll be watchin from up here in the Granite state, sending encouragement, and expecting to see ya in the White Mts. in no time. ;-)
I have been watching you for the past 3 months. Have not seen this one but glad you have Smoke by your side. My opinion only- stop trying to caught up with those friends. Take your time at your pace and stay healthy & enjoy the AT.
You are so strong, I'm so proud of you Maddie! But your body will let you know when it needs attention, don't ignore it. Watching your videos are so helpful! Bless you!!
Hi Maddie so sorry to hear this has been a very challengin week. Hope you are healing and take it easy, you need to rest and go at your own pase, maybe is time to let that tramily go since it seems catching up is taking the fun oit of it and you are pushing to hard, remember you are amazing and the right people will align with you and there will be no need to chase anyone. Let them go with love. Don't compare your journey with their journey. Part ways in a loving peaceful way. Much love, remember don't chase anyone walk at your own pase❤❤❤❤
Hey Maddie, you are such an inspiration!!!! I love your videos, as well as your honest feedback about your experience!!! You’ve done sooooo much so far, travel wise!!!! Just do you!!!! And you will be fine!!!!!
Maddy do the best thing for your self if you need to stop and rest do so,Your health is the main thing you can always finish the walk later take care of your self 😍🥰🤩
Hang in there, Ranger. Hopefully things are improving this week, and you are feeling better. Stay strong, stay calm, be safe and be yourself. Best, Jack NYC
Reading the comments from others on here. We ALL are hoping you finish your Appalachian Trail hike safely and maybe at your own pace. I haven’t hiked the AT. ( just in SNP day hiking it) BUT I myself push hard to keep going. At some point you need to decide if chasing your friends on empty is a good thing for your body if you need to rest. I always love your beautiful videos and your down to Earth comments. Taking a zero can only help you with your long hiking adventures to continue that long hike that is the Appalachian Trail. Best wishes!!❤
I have been anticipating this video since I started following you, I really enjoy yours shorts and long vlogs. The arena from Matt’s Creek Shelter to the Footbridge is my favorite shotry hike, I live in Lynchburg and have been a day hiker in this area. I love swimming in that section of the James River, and I love seeing Matts Creek full flow. I provide trail magic in the parking lot and shuttle to Glasgow in May and June but have been out of town a lot and missed this year and also was hoping to connect with you. I am so sorry about your burn - I saw your short about it and like you, had just seen Dixie’s video about how to always keep your pot on the ground! I wish you well each day as you move forward and speedy healing.
You're goin through the Grind, thereby sharpening your spirit. Keep on keepin on! And I'm glad you seem to have a healthy Spidey-sense about odd behavior.
When it stops being fun and enjoyable is when you should realize that you're doing to much, slow down and enjoy the beauty around, but it seriously sounds like you need to couple days off to rest and relax and replenish your fluids
You are a trooper Maddie! I enjoy your videos for your sincerity. Take care of yourself and if you need some time off trail to heal take it. I burned myself opening a car radiator several years ago so I understand the pain and the healing process.
I think the obvious from the outside looking in, is to leave the family and focus on your health by taking some time to heal and rest up. You have said before that the trail provides, and the trail is saying to rest and heal. You unconsciously spilled the water on yourself for a reason, you just didn’t take the hint. ❤️
Take your time Maddie. Listen to your body, you’re smart, you’ll know what to do. Be careful with them tics, unfortunately the further north you get the more you’ll find. Those two were definitely creepers. Smart choice staying away from that situation. And waited for your friends
You're as tough as nails! Sometimes its one day at a time and sometimes its one step at a time. The thing is to keep going because there are good days coming too.
You are doing great. Better days are coming. If you have to slow down a bit and your group gets ahead of you, I'm sure you'll find another group. And that new group could be an even better fit.
Thank you for sharing your journey. I burned myself pouring hot water into my mug for tea on a camping trip and it was awful and an experience I do not want to repeat. My takeaway from that experience was that accidents happen more easily when I am tired or depleted and burn cream is a necessity when on trail. Take care to keep yourself fueled both physically and mentally so that you can enjoy your hike all the way to Maine. You’ve got this and more! 😀🥾⛰️
I recently discovered your trail. I hiked the AT last year but got injured on the trail. As a side note I still suffer disappointment in not getting as far as I hoped and see my hike as a failure. That being said I enjoy your channel on The AT as I feel your perspective seems the most genuine of all the AT Thru hiking channels I have watched. You don't focus on how many miles you hiked but the relationships you build along the wat and that included the relationship witb yourself. Thank you for your authenticity and creating content that seems most realistic to my experience!! Your super awesome!!
I've been watching all your videos after hiking the AT this year and I figured out this is where we must have crossed paths! I camped with Dozer, Mariposa, and Silverback at the Punchbowl Shelter (10.5 miles outside of Glasgow) the night my tramily and I left Glasgow. We probably stayed in Glasgow at the same time this year!
Im so sorry to hear about your burn, Maddie! Sounds like you’ve had a rough week, both mentally and physically! Maybe the trail is trying to tell to you take some time to rest! I think you’re doing amazing and Im know you are doing what’s best for you and your hike! Be sure to keep drinking plenty fluids and electrolytes to help your body to heal from injury- I hope feel better soon!
That was a tough few days but hopefully you now can continue at your own pace. Pushing on at a faster pace than you are comfortable with is bound to catch up with you eventually, making you too tired to enjoy the trail. Listen to your body and if your friends don't want to zero, then you have just stop and take time off trail for your own sake.
Hi Maddie, new to your channel. Thank you for the description of the trail, plants, and the great scenery shots. Sending prayers and hugs that the burns heal quickly. Listen to your body. You seem like you have good instincts. Take care❤
So sorry about your accident Maddie. I am glad everyone took such good care of you and you seem to be on the mend. Hope the coming week is a better one. Thanks for being so honest with us!
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Hey Maddie - that burn is so unfortunate but you are doing great! I through hiked in 2017. Personal advice - never apologize for a zero day - or two or three :). I never pulled big miles, as I realized an average of 13/day would get me there, so I kept it between 10-16 (18 max) and had plenty of time. I took around 4 days off when I got to Harpers Ferry to visit family in the DC area, and took close to a week off in New York to visit more family. When I hiked I noticed a lot of people got burnt out - be sure to take rest days - they are 100% necessary and don’t stress about losing your friends - you make new ones and will even likely (randomly) reunite with your old friends in a month or two.
Also - I’ve noticed you’ve been getting a lot of rain! My year was heavy on rain too haha. I got so fed up with it that I made the decision never to hike in it - I spent 3 days straight in my tent one time (wish I was joking) just to avoid it. Eventually I realized this was a very bad strategy to finish the trail… so started night hiking after the rain stopped to make up the miles if needed.
Anyways, you’ve done amazing to make it this far. If you feel the need to adjust your hiking strategy for any reason at all, then I say go for it! I only bring this up because you’ve already brought it up yourself a few times in your videos. Figured I would offer some words of encouragement with you doing you how you see fit.
Anyways - I’m really enjoying your videos so I hope you pull past this difficult week!
You can do this Maddie, but don't try to keep other people's pace. Praying for you and your healing.
Suggestions, it's a money issue doctor wont tell you..coconut oil every two hours slathered on your burn will heal it in a day or so. Pain free too. Get some coconut oil an keep it oily, slather more when it starts to dry. Your welcome!
You can do it! We are praying for you
Yay!! Thank you!!
You may not see or feel us but we (your viewers/subscribers) are right there with you! You’re doing so great and when you get to be my age 😊 you will have such memories!!! Thank you for letting an older woman live vicariously through you. Sending prayers and wishes for lots of trail magic.
Such a nice comment ❤
Cheering you on!!!
Also I am new to this and have no idea why I can only donate in 99 cent increments 😂
Ouch - that burn could of turned out much much worse. Make sure whatever you do that you keep those areas as clean as possible. I'd also recommend that you put some Bacitracin on it to prevent infection. Unfortunately, burns open up the skin to a host of potential infections and it's important to stay ahead of the curve on them. You're doing great kid. Hiccups are a part of life and it's what makes us who we are. Get well soon!
I've boiled water so many times on top of rocks and stumps. Never again, I'll be cooking on the ground from now on. That's a pretty bad burn but great on ya for pressing on
Hi Maddie!
I think I can speak for many of your viewers when I say that we support you and want to see you succeed with your hike to Maine! We are all grateful to you for taking us along, and we appreciate all the extra work you have to do, so that we, your viewers get to experience all the beautiful scenery along the AT.
You have in a way become an adopted family member, and we care about your health and happiness. Please, keep your morale up and take care of yourself! What you are attempting might be the most difficult project in your life, both physically and mentally. You have already hiked approximately 700 miles! You should be proud of yourself for every one of those miles! You are strong and healthy, and you have the will to succeed! Despite any setbacks you have endured, you kept going forward. You really are doing great! Remember to "just keep pickin' em' up, and puttin' em' down!"
Please, take care of yourself, and ENJOY!
You are not that weird girl that burned yourself. You are unique and so amazing! Last year I hiked with a girl who's trail name is Spills because she did the same thing. My rule is if boiling water on a table always stand, never sit under it. I'm sorry that it happened but you will heal soon. Don't get down on yourself! You are tougher and stronger than you know yet! We are rooting for you Maddie!!! You got this! 🫂
Your health comes first!🙏🙂
I am loving watching these bc I see you on another platform for your shorts.
So I know some stuff that hasn’t happened yet etc.
sorry about those burns
Regarding your burns, Stanimals and the Trail community, here's a quote that may make some sense: "The greatest rewards of any organization are not necessarily the accomplishments of the organization, but rather, the human relations that are made."(Fred S. Burroughs). Be well, stay safe.
I feel sorry for you!😮 You deserve to finish this hike. I wish you get better, physically and mentally.
If it can help, you’re my favorite hiker this year😊!
My daughter and I are cheering you on Maddie!! Fatigue is so hard to deal with! Try to increase iron and vitamin B12 if you can to see if that helps as deficiencies can exasperate fatigue. Dried fruits, cashews, raisins, and pumpkin seeds are hiker friendly sources of iron. Dried cereals are light and easy to pack, good sources of B12, and can make a good snack with dried fruit mixed in (depending on the cereal). You can also get supplements instead/too if you don't think you can get enough from foods (2.4 mcg B12 and 18mg iron daily). Thanks for sharing your adventure! You should be so proud of what you have accomplished so far!
I’m glad to see that people are helpful and caring along the way. Also glad that your friends stayed back with you so you weren’t alone. Hopefully your burns heal fast. Be careful out there, girl! ✌🏽
Smoke seems like a good buddy to have on the trail - seems like he doesn't mind if you need to slow up a bit here and there
I love how you show the reality..all the highs and lows of this hike. You got this!! Keep going!
Tick? I hate ticks and screech like a little girl if I see one crawling on me! Thank God, never had one attached. Stay safe!
Ouch, you poor thing! And even on your worst days, still ending on a note of positivity. I feel like your wisdom is so helpful too… currently having a crappy time at work and life (just the last couple days) so it’s great to hear how you reframe that attitude and I’ll try myself 😅
Maddie, Maddie, Maddie, I'm so Mad at you!!!! From the first time I saw those little camp stoves, I pictured in my mind what happened to you. You just had to be the one, who experienced this tragedy. Thankfully, because you were wearing shorts, and able to get the boiling water off your legs quicker, you only got first degree burns, If you had, had long leg pants on, 2nd, and 3rd, degree burns would've put you in the hospital, ending all Appalachian Trail plans for this year.
Thankfully you were very lucky, and escaped from this fully preventable accident with some what minor problems. I'm so glad you learned your lesson on the inherent dangers these little camp stoves hold, and will never do this Again. First degree burns are still no fun, and I hope you fully recover soon. I just pray that these burns don't haunt you to long, such a big burn area will cause skin/muscle problems for quite a long time, until everything fully heals, I'm a former burn victim myself. so I know all about burn recovery.
Maddie, my Kentucky Ranger girl, please take charge of YOUR life, and take care of YOUR needs, everything else will fall in place, and work out for you, So keep on Trucking my Kentucky Sweetheart, YOU can DO IT!!!!!!!!!!!
And if you do have to stop please be proud of yourself. You gave it your all.
I really admire your mentality after such a grueling week. Sending you healing positive vibes for the trail ahead!
Sounds Ike your body needs a rest. Please don't ignore your pain and discomfort and if you need to stop for a bit please do. You have many fans who are cheering for you .
It's better to take a zero when you are needing it that staying with your friends. If they really are friends, they will zero with you. You have tons of time to finish. The summer heat is brutal. Last year I used Gaterade zero drink mix packages for electrolyte replacement 2 or 3 a day in the heat. I alternated one plain water, one with Gaterade all day. It really helped with the tiredness. Swim as often as you can. I understand that the trail has become a grind. It's why only 25 percent finish. I promise that it gets better the farther north you go. The heat will break once you are in Vermont. The White Mountains are spectacular! Never quit on a bad week! You have made it this far, you can finish! Take a few days off and recoup if you need to! I guarantee you will meet your friends again in New Hampshire and Maine. People slow down at the top of the trail because they do not want to finish yet.We are rooting you on! It's all about wanting it bad enough!!! ❤
I'm grateful to those that have helped you
Glad Smoke fell back to be with you.
And pack man too! Very blessed to have great friends!
You poor thing I’m so sorry this happened to you!!! I’ve enjoyed following you on this journey!! You can do it your so strong and such a beautiful soul!!! You share your heart and your so real. I have cancer I had a transplant 4 months ago and admire your spirit you make me smile when I have tough days I just wanted to say thank you
I really admire your honesty and your self awareness!
We're all rooting for you! Team Maddie!
Concerning your unrelenting fatigue, are you doing any electrolyte replacement? Low electrolytes can cause fatigue, nausea and surprisingly, it can also affect your mood. Stay safe out there!!
Glad that your bad week was filled with helpful, caring people….and I hope you find that good balance of keeping up with your friends, while also being able to take of yourself so that you can enjoy all the trail experience…the people and being able to stop and enjoy the views and sites and take a break when you need it…and i am trying not to be selfish in what i want…but i hope i get to follow you all the way to Maine…I know you can do it…but no matter how this hike ends…im a channel follower for as long as you post videos..wherever you are …take care and have a great week!
Stay safe Maddie (from disgusting people)! First time posting on your channel. You seem to be a sane and thoughtful person with a philosophical disposition and I, who am European and from Sweden, feel very much at home in your way of tackling your hike! Keep your breath and despite your deadline, try to take advantage of your rest. I keep my fingers crossed for you!
Hey I’m sure someone has shared this with you, but I recently learned u can use the sports cap on a smart water bottle to back flush the sawyer, instead of carrying around the syringe! That info rocked my world I thought I’d share 😊🐻see ya out there!
Glad everything turned out ok. Gotta remember, ALWAYS be mindful of what your body is telling you! ❤❤
Great end to the video Maddie, you worked through it and “everything will be ok”!
Thank you for pronouncing Glasgow correctly
Oh Mattie, praying for you to heal. I’m not there, so I know nothing how you’d feel doing the hike, but I suggest you stay positive and when not so positive thoughts penetrate your being, toss them right away and don’t allow them to define you. You’re a warrior and you are doing amazing. Learn from your journey and stay positive. There’s tons of reasons why you’re doing it, and most of them you’ll find them on the trail. Go Mattie goooooooooo 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Do whatever is right for you and your hike. Whatever that may be. Hope your legs are doing better. Sending prayers your way!
im so sorry you had a hard week :( Let's just hope things get better and you heal quickly. Please take care of your health. Keep your chin up, remember, if it was easy everyone would be doing it. Routing for you in Ohio.
What the ..F - - K …. I wish YOU.. great health an swift kick in the ASS to get you to the end… great to see some of your friends stayed to help you out…. Big THANKS TO THEM…🍺🍺🍺🍺
Maddie... Stay at it!! Pain is part of every process... even if that pain is just finding patience. We'll be watchin from up here in the Granite state, sending encouragement, and expecting to see ya in the White Mts. in no time. ;-)
You did it ! 👏👏👏👏🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👌👌🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡😜
I have been watching you for the past 3 months. Have not seen this one but glad you have Smoke by your side. My opinion only- stop trying to caught up with those friends. Take your time at your pace and stay healthy & enjoy the AT.
You are so strong, I'm so proud of you Maddie! But your body will let you know when it needs attention, don't ignore it. Watching your videos are so helpful! Bless you!!
Hi Maddie so sorry to hear this has been a very challengin week. Hope you are healing and take it easy, you need to rest and go at your own pase, maybe is time to let that tramily go since it seems catching up is taking the fun oit of it and you are pushing to hard, remember you are amazing and the right people will align with you and there will be no need to chase anyone. Let them go with love. Don't compare your journey with their journey. Part ways in a loving peaceful way. Much love, remember don't chase anyone walk at your own pase❤❤❤❤
Oh no! I hope your burns heal quickly and you don’t get an infection. Hang in there tough one.
I hope you find your center and feel better.
Hey Maddie, you are such an inspiration!!!! I love your videos, as well as your honest feedback about your experience!!! You’ve done sooooo much so far, travel wise!!!! Just do you!!!! And you will be fine!!!!!
No one knows you better than you. We know you kick ass, you decide. Ten Fe En Ti💪🏽
You're right, everything will be ok!!! We're rooting for you!!! I am proud of you!!!
Glad you are ok keep the fairh
Wonderful forest Mountain View’s with nature within nature keeping up with tramily. Spa calling.
So proud of you gritting it out and staying so positive. You are so inspiring to me! Heal up and take care of yourself! We are all rooting for you!!!
Maddie I'm sorry you got burn.During this difficult time I'm praying for you..God Bless you.
Thanks!
Maddy do the best thing for your self if you need to stop and rest do so,Your health is the main thing you can always finish the walk later take care of your self 😍🥰🤩
Hang in there, Ranger. Hopefully things are improving this week, and you are feeling better. Stay strong, stay calm, be safe and be yourself. Best, Jack NYC
Don’t give up Maddie! You can do this! I heard a navy seal once say when you think you can go no more you still have at least 35% left in “the tank.”
Another awesome lizard. Am so sorry it isn't going well, it will get better...
Reading the comments from others on here. We ALL are hoping you finish your Appalachian Trail hike safely and maybe at your own pace. I haven’t hiked the AT. ( just in SNP day hiking it) BUT I myself push hard to keep going. At some point you need to decide if chasing your friends on empty is a good thing for your body if you need to rest.
I always love your beautiful videos and your down to Earth comments.
Taking a zero can only help you with your long hiking adventures to continue that long hike that is the Appalachian Trail. Best wishes!!❤
Glad you are okay, got some rest and have some friends who stayed back with you. Hang in there and keep going!
I have been anticipating this video since I started following you, I really enjoy yours shorts and long vlogs. The arena from Matt’s Creek Shelter to the Footbridge is my favorite shotry hike, I live in Lynchburg and have been a day hiker in this area. I love swimming in that section of the James River, and I love seeing Matts Creek full flow. I provide trail magic in the parking lot and shuttle to Glasgow in May and June but have been out of town a lot and missed this year and also was hoping to connect with you. I am so sorry about your burn - I saw your short about it and like you, had just seen Dixie’s video about how to always keep your pot on the ground! I wish you well each day as you move forward and speedy healing.
You are wise beyond your years. Great ending thoughts. Thanks for doing these wonderful videos.
The burns looked painful and bad , but not gross.
You're goin through the Grind, thereby sharpening your spirit. Keep on keepin on!
And I'm glad you seem to have a healthy Spidey-sense about odd behavior.
When it stops being fun and enjoyable is when you should realize that you're doing to much, slow down and enjoy the beauty around, but it seriously sounds like you need to couple days off to rest and relax and replenish your fluids
I'm r eally sorry about your burn. I hope it heals quickly and well. Best wishes!
You are a trooper Maddie! I enjoy your videos for your sincerity. Take care of yourself and if you need some time off trail to heal take it. I burned myself opening a car radiator several years ago so I understand the pain and the healing process.
I think the obvious from the outside looking in, is to leave the family and focus on your health by taking some time to heal and rest up. You have said before that the trail provides, and the trail is saying to rest and heal. You unconsciously spilled the water on yourself for a reason, you just didn’t take the hint. ❤️
I'm sorry you're suffering. I hope for quick healing!
Take your time Maddie. Listen to your body, you’re smart, you’ll know what to do.
Be careful with them tics, unfortunately the further north you get the more you’ll find.
Those two were definitely creepers. Smart choice staying away from that situation. And waited for your friends
You're as tough as nails! Sometimes its one day at a time and sometimes its one step at a time. The thing is to keep going because there are good days coming too.
Haven't improved stoves since the 80s! Hate backpacking stoves! White gas too!
You are doing great. Better days are coming. If you have to slow down a bit and your group gets ahead of you, I'm sure you'll find another group. And that new group could be an even better fit.
I'm glad you had help. I can only imagine how painful and scary. Wishing you a speedy recovery and better days ahead.
Oh Maddie so sorry you had a rough go of it and burn your legs. Hope this week goes better for you!
Positive thoughts to ya!
Thank you for sharing your journey. I burned myself pouring hot water into my mug for tea on a camping trip and it was awful and an experience I do not want to repeat. My takeaway from that experience was that accidents happen more easily when I am tired or depleted and burn cream is a necessity when on trail. Take care to keep yourself fueled both physically and mentally so that you can enjoy your hike all the way to Maine. You’ve got this and more! 😀🥾⛰️
Sorry that happened to you!
I recently discovered your trail. I hiked the AT last year but got injured on the trail. As a side note I still suffer disappointment in not getting as far as I hoped and see my hike as a failure. That being said I enjoy your channel on The AT as I feel your perspective seems the most genuine of all the AT Thru hiking channels I have watched. You don't focus on how many miles you hiked but the relationships you build along the wat and that included the relationship witb yourself. Thank you for your authenticity and creating content that seems most realistic to my experience!! Your super awesome!!
I've been watching all your videos after hiking the AT this year and I figured out this is where we must have crossed paths! I camped with Dozer, Mariposa, and Silverback at the Punchbowl Shelter (10.5 miles outside of Glasgow) the night my tramily and I left Glasgow. We probably stayed in Glasgow at the same time this year!
Oh that’s cool! I would’ve been there too if I didn’t burn myself!
Keto ;) its great for endurance, im vegan so preferably plant based. Love your content, inspiring, thankyou. You can do it, I believe in you!
Yes, that was nice of them
Im so sorry to hear about your burn, Maddie! Sounds like you’ve had a rough week, both mentally and physically! Maybe the trail is trying to tell to you take some time to rest! I think you’re doing amazing and Im know you are doing what’s best for you and your hike! Be sure to keep drinking plenty fluids and electrolytes to help your body to heal from injury- I hope feel better soon!
That was a tough few days but hopefully you now can continue at your own pace. Pushing on at a faster pace than you are comfortable with is bound to catch up with you eventually, making you too tired to enjoy the trail. Listen to your body and if your friends don't want to zero, then you have just stop and take time off trail for your own sake.
If you have time, go into a walkin clinic and get checked for Lyme disease. Sometimes the symptoms are subtle.
Your a trooper 100% go at your own pace.Enjoy the hike!
Oh, sorry about your injury and not feeling well. I hope the next week rocks for ya!! Ha, ha, AT humor. Take care and hang in there!!
Maddie, I hope by now your burns are feeling much better. So scary! Hugs to you.
OMG Maddie, heartbreaking sad. I wish I was there with ya, I would carry you darlin....
I’m worried about you. Take care and listen to your body.
Your amazing 🎉 sorry about the injury 😮
Hi Maddie, new to your channel. Thank you for the description of the trail, plants, and the great scenery shots. Sending prayers and hugs that the burns heal quickly. Listen to your body. You seem like you have good instincts. Take care❤
Even with everything I really enjoyed watching this video. I mean it was pretty exciting.
Keep going Maddie, Don’t give up. You can do it…
So sorry about your accident Maddie. I am glad everyone took such good care of you and you seem to be on the mend. Hope the coming week is a better one. Thanks for being so honest with us!
Hopeing things are looking up from here on out chicky. Stay safe and keep on truck'n
hang in there! lots of great times ahead...even with a different tramily if necessary...either way...enjoy!
Really appreciate your photography. Nothing wrong with some down days. Hope you feel better soon.
You're so cool AND brave! ❤❤❤
Listen to your body! I wish I has taken more zero's in towns, enjoy the ride. Youre kicking tail, YOU GOT THIS! MATADOR NOBO AT 21"