Your comments beginning at 4:50 should be mandatory viewing in every High School in America!!! As a Father of two girls I can honestly say I am proud of your attitude and your drive.. I taught my girls these simple facts as well. 1 never expect anyone to give you anything. 2 Try and be the best at what you love 3. love what you do and you will never starve. keep going girl !!
I see you walking much faster than when you first started. God bless the lady at the Skyline resort. My friend invited me to hike the AT in 2024. I would have to possibly lose 100 lbs and get in shape. I may be joining the YMCA this week. Seeing you hike this makes me want to. I have been a van lifer in the past and tent lifer during my divorce. I have been looking for vans but I'm also finishing college. I am much older than you but seeing you hike this trail, makes me think that I could hike this hike and embrace the suck as you are. If not, it's been just lovely watching you. I love your Christian spirit. I love how you don't wait around for each other too much, you seem to start out together in the morning and end up together in the evenings, but hike your own hikes during the day. I think that would help me keep my momentum and adrenaline going, the hike your own hike. I like that you can do 25 miles when you end up cooling off in air conditioning. Wow, $30 for a shuttle, 2 or 3 meals that was so reasonable. The AT hospitality is amazing.
I am leaving in six weeks to ride a horse across the country on the American Discovery Trail. I'm going to be 60 in July. You are never too old for adventure!
Loved seeing you hiking the areas my kids and I have been hiking since they were little. Kelly, your joy and gratitude today was so infectious. I love how you are taking every moment to watch the flowers, love the wildlife and gaze at the views. All the staff at the Shenandoah resorts, campstores, campgrounds, and waysides are so wonderful. We’ve been blessed with getting miracle accommodations as well. Drove up there during Covid and wanted to camp. All the campgrounds were full and I called Skyland and they found us the last cabin. Good things happen in that park. Love you lady. Your videos bring so much joy. Rock on!
A few months ago I was on the blackrock summit just after dawn and it was the coolest thing ever. The fog had completely rolled in and visibility was down to like zero and climbing through that giant talus field in mist was like walking into a Miyazaki movie, otherworldly.
Wow amazing views today! God sends those guardian Angels to be there when we need them most. God is always with you every step of your journey and it touches my heart that that you know that. Keep the faith and you will go far in life. You are an amazing young lady. God bless and keep on stepping.
Happy to see you still going strong. I'm sorry you had a problem and had to visit my hometown hospital in the early going, but glad it was available for you when you needed it. Wishing you good fortune for the remainder. Thanks for sharing your journey.
Yes Kelly, you truly are enjoying your hike.. and if I could I would hike A.T. as well but possibly could not,,so that's why we appreciate you so much!! Hike on , through you we are definitely on trail as well❤
Starting at 6:00 a.m. and walking from bear fence Mountain to skyland I counted 22 bear before 12 noon that day. I'm really hoping you get to see some because this is your best shot in this video
girl...them words . your description of the struggle and the reward of the trail came straight out of my soul. its tough to explain to people why anyone would want to endure that pain and discomfort, but you did it so well...and the proof of that great reward was written all over your face.. bag the peaks young lady. stay safe
I’m sure you may already know but when you’re on the west side looking across the valleys you’ll be looking at the GW/TJ trails. Wonderful views when looking at the Shenandoah mountains, most notably you can see Skyline drive at many points. Just as beautiful as the Shenandoah, and gives you a great perspective of just how spectacular that whole mountain range is. These are my stomping grounds and I’ve stomped a lot of them, less than an hour away from my house and I love em. It reminds me so much of my birth home area in the Adirondack and Green mountain area. You are approaching some wonderful things! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy 😊
I completely understand hiking in the heat of VA. I hiked thru there in July of 2012 which was a record hot summer. But it was also the summer of derecho crazy winds. Loving following your hike! Stay safe.
Some pretty awesome scenery Kelly, and mileage in those weather conditions. I like how you have accepted the weather and just hike on, no use complaining, can't change it no matter how much we would like to. Looking to see more of your hike, take care and be safe.
So excited to see your enthusiasm to get to the Northeast! I live in NH and love hiking the Whites up here and can't wait for you to get up here and hike them yourself!
I've met people who actually think that NY is a New England state. But, then years ago I met a young girl (her husband was in the Army) who thought Texas was a foreign country. When she said he was stationed in a foreign country for boot camp I asked where that was and she said "Texas". I laughed and said, "That's not a foreign country." She said, "It's not ? But it's so big !". I don't know if she had ever been there but she did say she was from Mass. Hopefully, by now, she knows all 50 states.
It's not even that ur just challenging urself it's ur doing it when u don't have to and that's one thing that makes u even more amazing. Thank u for being inspirational! Have a blessed day
Shenandoah National Park 🏞 is a beautiful place. Last autumn we spent 10 days in Big Meadows Lodge and hike every day . The front desk people were above in beyond to helping us to staying in the same room because when I did the reservation was not availability .
Take it from someone who lives in the south (heat and humidity) take that corduroy ballcap off your head. To heavy, not enough ventilation, holds in the heat on your head.
I agree with you walking is walking. There are no rules in hiking about backpack weight or waist pack weight. 20 miles is 20 miles. You are great inspiration to this 70+ old guy doing my AT with you. Keep the faith and your prayers will be heard by the lord.
I stumbled across one of your videos when you were prepping for this trip and subscribed at that point. I've been following your entire trip on trail. What you said in this video about EARNING IT is sooooo spot on! You're inspiring me to hike the AT more and more every day! Keep up the hard work and THANK YOU for the videos. I look forward to them daily!
These Deers are wild man, they’re not scared of people!! Love it!! Beautiful footage ❤️ I’m glad you love doing what you’re doing I enjoy watching the places you go. God bless and stay safe🙌
It's a National Park and the deer are protected there. That means that it's illegal to harass them and if caught you may get a fine. No hunting is allowed in the park so they live in peace with humans. It's a great place to get good images of the does and their fawns. I used to camp there some years and when I showed my images to my co-workers (mostly guys and mostly hunters) I would dryly say, "No one shoots at them", when someone remarked about how close they allowed you to get to them.
I know this may not make sense now but get a friend to put together some gear for more snowy weather. Maybe a resupply box when you hit Maine. Personally, i think the fall/winter will hit hard early
Been waiting for this. For a couple of weeks I've been telling my co-workers about your hike. (whether they want to hear it or not). I'm just to the East of this Skyland area and it is very hot and humid right now for sure! My guess is this happened a week ago or so. Bad news is it's 7/26 and still very hot.
Morning Kelly! Congrats on the huge day! What a beautiful morning at a cool farm. Great deal too! Really love your attitude toward embracing the suck. Suck takes many forms, but we all have the power in us to adapt and overcome no matter the Suck! Great tip about the tea tree oil. I’ll have to give it a try. The bugs are brutal on the trail i’m section hiking and I’m getting tired of the bug net. It’s crazy to think you haven’t been up here to New England. You are going to love it! You aren’t kidding about the trail looking majestic. Views on views! Huge thanks to the resort for the room upgrade! That’s how life should be, people helping people. Thanks for bringing us along today. I hope tomorrow’s miles are kind. Keep truckin’ and be well. #giveashit -Grateful
I started watching your videos last week and I’m caught up now. Super cool chick for sure!! Cool to see u grow on the trail. Your walking way more miles now then day one lol safe travels wish u the best out there and I’ll be watching till the end!!
Hey, girl, Maryland is a Southern state! (But just barely 😊). Pa is your first official "Northeast state", and New England (my stomping grounds) begins at the Connecticut border. Amazing day. 👍💪🙏 My other comment got deleted, possibly because I copied and pasted a favorite praise video (from RUclips), or praised the Lord with too much enthusiasm??? It has happened on other channels as well. 😒 4:50 and forward - my belief as well. Hard work is often its own reward. It's hard to be proud of a life of ease.
Another awesome video! It seems you have cut the ads way back so now I actually let them play instead of skipping over them. You are doing awesome, love your attitude keep up the good work. Nice score on the AC. Hike~On~~>
Amazing views and friendly deer, who could ask for more. Getting close to Harpers Ferry. You are doing amazingly well. Try a wet rap around your neck, it will keep you cool. God blessed you. Stay well and be safe. Hike on.
You said even tho it sucks at moments thwt it's still awesome, my thoughts exactly! Look up an older book by J.R. Tate called Walking on the Happy Side of Misery. It's about his thru hike and that title is perfect! Thanks for your videos!
You Tube sent me one of their mini questionnaires about your channel. I responded by saying you're entertaining with a smile and informative. Your tip on tea tree oil sparked my curiosity. Besides being a good Insect Repellent it's a Hand Sanitizer, Natural Deodorant, Antiseptic for Minor Cuts and Scrapes, Boost Wound Healing, and Soothe Skin Inflammation. I'm sold! Cheers
Thank you for the tip on Tea Tree Oil! I hate the sprays etc also. Do you have any natural (ish?) tips for sunscreen?? I feel like I've tried everything!
Hey , Nine lives, if you need a good song to motivate you try listening to Rod Blacks Miles to go! He's a Christian country singer from Canada. Good luck and God bless you! 🇺🇸
The Skyland Resort had the NICEST people working there. I loved it!
Your comments beginning at 4:50 should be mandatory viewing in every High School in America!!! As a Father of two girls I can honestly say I am proud of your attitude and your drive.. I taught my girls these simple facts as well. 1 never expect anyone to give you anything. 2 Try and be the best at what you love 3. love what you do and you will never starve. keep going girl !!
I see you walking much faster than when you first started. God bless the lady at the Skyline resort. My friend invited me to hike the AT in 2024. I would have to possibly lose 100 lbs and get in shape. I may be joining the YMCA this week. Seeing you hike this makes me want to. I have been a van lifer in the past and tent lifer during my divorce. I have been looking for vans but I'm also finishing college. I am much older than you but seeing you hike this trail, makes me think that I could hike this hike and embrace the suck as you are. If not, it's been just lovely watching you. I love your Christian spirit. I love how you don't wait around for each other too much, you seem to start out together in the morning and end up together in the evenings, but hike your own hikes during the day. I think that would help me keep my momentum and adrenaline going, the hike your own hike. I like that you can do 25 miles when you end up cooling off in air conditioning. Wow, $30 for a shuttle, 2 or 3 meals that was so reasonable. The AT hospitality is amazing.
I'll look forward toward your 2024 hiking video's Shelly. It's great to have a goal and a plan!
Go, Shelly! 👍
I am leaving in six weeks to ride a horse across the country on the American Discovery Trail. I'm going to be 60 in July. You are never too old for adventure!
Loved seeing you hiking the areas my kids and I have been hiking since they were little. Kelly, your joy and gratitude today was so infectious. I love how you are taking every moment to watch the flowers, love the wildlife and gaze at the views. All the staff at the Shenandoah resorts, campstores, campgrounds, and waysides are so wonderful. We’ve been blessed with getting miracle accommodations as well. Drove up there during Covid and wanted to camp. All the campgrounds were full and I called Skyland and they found us the last cabin. Good things happen in that park. Love you lady. Your videos bring so much joy. Rock on!
A few months ago I was on the blackrock summit just after dawn and it was the coolest thing ever. The fog had completely rolled in and visibility was down to like zero and climbing through that giant talus field in mist was like walking into a Miyazaki movie, otherworldly.
You are the epitome of how life should be lived. “Challenge yourself”
You are both doing amazing. In the heat no less. How awesome to get a room upgrade too. Many blessings. Keep heading north, be safe
I cannot say it enough; you are an awesome young woman! Your attitude is amazing. I love following your journey!
Great comments today.
The views are great.
Nice Veiws.. the Best is yet too Come....Keep it Going Gurl...Enjoy....
So thankful for small miracles!!!!!
Awesome video. Love the farm hostel I could chill there 😊glad y’all were blessed with AC 😊
Wow amazing views today! God sends those guardian Angels to be there when we need them most. God is always with you every step of your journey and it touches my heart that that you know that. Keep the faith and you will go far in life. You are an amazing young lady. God bless and keep on stepping.
Rosemary Mcleod.. Your comment means as much to me as I know it does to her. Thank you!
That's you're grandpa sending his blessings.
Amen! Thanks about the tea tree oil.
Good rewards come to those who work hard!
Makes sense to me… your so inspirational and these videos and your legacy with it will be cherished for years to come. Stay safe!
Happy to see you still going strong. I'm sorry you had a problem and had to visit my hometown hospital in the early going, but glad it was available for you when you needed it. Wishing you good fortune for the remainder. Thanks for sharing your journey.
Yes Kelly, you truly are enjoying your hike.. and if I could I would hike A.T. as well but possibly could not,,so that's why we appreciate you so much!! Hike on , through you we are definitely on trail as well❤
Starting at 6:00 a.m. and walking from bear fence Mountain to skyland I counted 22 bear before 12 noon that day. I'm really hoping you get to see some because this is your best shot in this video
Love your attitude about earning your accolades! Keep it up.
girl...them words . your description of the struggle and the reward of the trail came straight out of my soul. its tough to explain to people why anyone would want to endure that pain and discomfort, but you did it so well...and the proof of that great reward was written all over your face.. bag the peaks young lady. stay safe
I’m sure you may already know but when you’re on the west side looking across the valleys you’ll be looking at the GW/TJ trails. Wonderful views when looking at the Shenandoah mountains, most notably you can see Skyline drive at many points. Just as beautiful as the Shenandoah, and gives you a great perspective of just how spectacular that whole mountain range is. These are my stomping grounds and I’ve stomped a lot of them, less than an hour away from my house and I love em. It reminds me so much of my birth home area in the Adirondack and Green mountain area. You are approaching some wonderful things! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy 😊
I completely understand hiking in the heat of VA. I hiked thru there in July of 2012 which was a record hot summer. But it was also the summer of derecho crazy winds. Loving following your hike! Stay safe.
Awesome Adventures
Nice video, with lots of good views, 3 deers 🦌, so let's keep on hiking 🚶♀️😀👍
Happy trails
Some pretty awesome scenery Kelly, and mileage in those weather conditions. I like how you have accepted the weather and just hike on, no use complaining, can't change it no matter how much we would like to. Looking to see more of your hike, take care and be safe.
Your mindset, your perseverance, your attitude...you ROCK woman! Keep it going!
Great perspectives! Thanks for pointing out good hostel experiences also!
Great photography. Love it 😊
You are actually very articulate. I enjoy listening to you talk. Hike on!
Kelly and Gracie rocks !=8)
I agree. They are amazing, strong, inspiring women.
A few drops of tea tree oil in a small spray bottle of water is recommended to keep fleas at bay for dogs. Always a good thing to carry with you 👍
You should come check out Ontario, Canada. Great hiking, canoeing and camping etc. Thanks and take care.
So excited to see your enthusiasm to get to the Northeast! I live in NH and love hiking the Whites up here and can't wait for you to get up here and hike them yourself!
It makes total sense! And I need to do it. You are an inspiration for us all.
Going strong Kelly and looking good
Awesome video. I love the SNP. Have been to Skyland many times. Glad to hear they helped you out the way they did.
You should be proud of yourself for what you are doing. Y’all watch the heat please.
Thank you for letting us enjoy your hike.
Northeast states NY and Maryland? lol. We up in Maine and NH don't look at them that way,
I've met people who actually think that NY is a New England state. But, then years ago I met a young girl (her husband was in the Army) who thought Texas was a foreign country. When she said he was stationed in a foreign country for boot camp I asked where that was and she said "Texas". I laughed and said, "That's not a foreign country." She said, "It's not ? But it's so big !". I don't know if she had ever been there but she did say she was from Mass. Hopefully, by now, she knows all 50 states.
You are a good person. Keep on enjoying😀
Awesome day. God Bless.
Very nice! Thanks for sharing! 🤙
One foot in front of the other...keep trucking...bear population in Shen Park is good. might get to see on.
It's not even that ur just challenging urself it's ur doing it when u don't have to and that's one thing that makes u even more amazing. Thank u for being inspirational! Have a blessed day
At least you sent to have quite a bit of shade walking in the green tunnel 😊
have fun and go wild
Shenandoah National Park 🏞 is a beautiful place. Last autumn we spent 10 days in Big Meadows Lodge and hike every day . The front desk people were above in beyond to helping us to staying in the same room because when I did the reservation was not availability .
Great video
Proud of you 👏
Awesome 😎 Ken NC 💗
The reality of the miles is starting to kick in. You can do though Kelly! Slow and steady!
Take it from someone who lives in the south (heat and humidity) take that corduroy ballcap off your head. To heavy, not enough ventilation, holds in the heat on your head.
I agree with you walking is walking. There are no rules in hiking about backpack weight or waist pack weight. 20 miles is 20 miles. You are great inspiration to this 70+ old guy doing my AT with you. Keep the faith and your prayers will be heard by the lord.
Great Attitude Day!
I stumbled across one of your videos when you were prepping for this trip and subscribed at that point. I've been following your entire trip on trail. What you said in this video about EARNING IT is sooooo spot on! You're inspiring me to hike the AT more and more every day! Keep up the hard work and THANK YOU for the videos. I look forward to them daily!
So proud of you!! Susan from southwest Arkansas
That breakfast looked insane
Today was a good day
These Deers are wild man, they’re not scared of people!! Love it!!
Beautiful footage ❤️ I’m glad you love doing what you’re doing I enjoy watching the places you go. God bless and stay safe🙌
It's a National Park and the deer are protected there. That means that it's illegal to harass them and if caught you may get a fine. No hunting is allowed in the park so they live in peace with humans. It's a great place to get good images of the does and their fawns. I used to camp there some years and when I showed my images to my co-workers (mostly guys and mostly hunters) I would dryly say, "No one shoots at them", when someone remarked about how close they allowed you to get to them.
wait till you see the forests up north
Love this so much
i cannot believe they have no AC in the cabins!! this is 2021!!
100+ mile views! Love it
I know this may not make sense now but get a friend to put together some gear for more snowy weather. Maybe a resupply box when you hit Maine. Personally, i think the fall/winter will hit hard early
Been waiting for this. For a couple of weeks I've been telling my co-workers about your hike. (whether they want to hear it or not). I'm just to the East of this Skyland area and it is very hot and humid right now for sure! My guess is this happened a week ago or so. Bad news is it's 7/26 and still very hot.
*Just* before crossing Route 7, you'll be a half-mile from Bear Chase Brewery...up on top of the ridge. I recommend it...
Morning Kelly! Congrats on the huge day! What a beautiful morning at a cool farm. Great deal too! Really love your attitude toward embracing the suck. Suck takes many forms, but we all have the power in us to adapt and overcome no matter the Suck! Great tip about the tea tree oil. I’ll have to give it a try. The bugs are brutal on the trail i’m section hiking and I’m getting tired of the bug net. It’s crazy to think you haven’t been up here to New England. You are going to love it! You aren’t kidding about the trail looking majestic. Views on views! Huge thanks to the resort for the room upgrade! That’s how life should be, people helping people. Thanks for bringing us along today. I hope tomorrow’s miles are kind. Keep truckin’ and be well. #giveashit
-Grateful
Tea tree oil - thanks for the tip! 🙏
Life is a true blessing! The animals on your journey have been fantastic! I wish I had a goat-like that to play with!
I really liked your motivational talk about earning your days and staying motivated!
You are awesome and cool
Great videography and chatter. Be Safe and God Bless
I started watching your videos last week and I’m caught up now. Super cool chick for sure!! Cool to see u grow on the trail. Your walking way more miles now then day one lol safe travels wish u the best out there and I’ll be watching till the end!!
Yep I get it
Well said ,now if I can quit My job And put Life on hold to do the AT , so so hard , I do feel ya sister
You go girl... I am so proud of ya.👍😜🤪....Happy Trails...Happy miles🛤️⛰️🏞️🌅🗻🏕️.... Happy Smiles😊😁💙💜❤️💖👣🦍🐻
Tea tree works good, so does patchouli......
Keep on trucking Kelly ✌️
Wonder if Small Ax is from Bob Marley. Love that song. Seems fitting for your journey.
Love your positive outlook. I can't believe you haven't seen a bear yet!
Hey, girl, Maryland is a Southern state! (But just barely 😊). Pa is your first official "Northeast state", and New England (my stomping grounds) begins at the Connecticut border.
Amazing day. 👍💪🙏
My other comment got deleted, possibly because I copied and pasted a favorite praise video (from RUclips), or praised the Lord with too much enthusiasm??? It has happened on other channels as well. 😒
4:50 and forward - my belief as well. Hard work is often its own reward.
It's hard to be proud of a life of ease.
Yes, thank goodness for air conditioning 😺
You do Van Life too! Now I’m really jealous. 😀
Another awesome video! It seems you have cut the ads way back so now I actually let them play instead of skipping over them. You are doing awesome, love your attitude keep up the good work. Nice score on the AC. Hike~On~~>
Appreciate that! I unfortunately can not control where the ads pop up on my phone but glad RUclips isn’t putting ad many in the middle of the vids
@@kellyhays23 Believe it or not RUclips was putting back to back ads several times throughout your videos until recently
Amazing views and friendly deer, who could ask for more. Getting close to Harpers Ferry. You are doing amazingly well. Try a wet rap around your neck, it will keep you cool. God blessed you. Stay well and be safe. Hike on.
Great job. 44miles in last two days
Man, that smile at 11:39.
You said even tho it sucks at moments thwt it's still awesome, my thoughts exactly! Look up an older book by J.R. Tate called Walking on the Happy Side of Misery. It's about his thru hike and that title is perfect! Thanks for your videos!
You Tube sent me one of their mini questionnaires about your channel. I responded by saying you're entertaining with a smile and informative. Your tip on tea tree oil sparked my curiosity. Besides being a good Insect Repellent it's a Hand Sanitizer, Natural Deodorant, Antiseptic for Minor Cuts and Scrapes, Boost Wound Healing, and Soothe Skin Inflammation. I'm sold! Cheers
The views in the evening must be amazing at night!
Lord bless 🙏
Very nice dear
Are you gonna visit the big cities?
Thank you for the tip on Tea Tree Oil! I hate the sprays etc also. Do you have any natural (ish?) tips for sunscreen?? I feel like I've tried everything!
Eucalyptus oil knocks ‘em out, too.
That breakfast made me hungry 😋
Hey , Nine lives, if you need a good song to motivate you try listening to Rod Blacks Miles to go! He's a Christian country singer from Canada. Good luck and God bless you! 🇺🇸
Just curious… Why does she say “we’re” when she appears to be alone? Love the vlogs ❤️
I hike some but started this day with 2 others
Gotcha!! Thanks for reply ☺️
SO GLAD YOU’RE DOING GREAT. LOVE YOU SO MUCH. JOANNA CALIFORNIA