Experienced THRU-HIKERS' TOP TIPS for first-timers

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  • Опубликовано: 16 фев 2019
  • For anyone preparing to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, Appalachian Trail, or another thru-hike - here are top tips by experienced hikers.
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Комментарии • 143

  • @mari.johnson
    @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +23

    Hope these tips are helpful! Thanks again to everyone in this video - and make sure to go give them a follow! If you have any good tips, please share them below!

    • @Ama40401
      @Ama40401 5 лет назад

      Mari Johnson hey Mari! I have a question! I love hiking but my hiking buddy is moving away and it’s just not really her thing anymore.. any good advice or resources for finding other hikers?!

    • @billymeek4863
      @billymeek4863 5 лет назад

      Great video

    • @sarahjaninajekel4551
      @sarahjaninajekel4551 2 года назад

      probably the BEST motivation video of the pct I ever saw!!! Thank you for it :)

  • @tspacefullstop4161
    @tspacefullstop4161 5 лет назад +21

    Learn to rest, not quit. 💯🙋💖

  • @kenbothman746
    @kenbothman746 5 лет назад +12

    What a wonderful gift to the community to pull this all together. Thanks to you and to the gang that chipped in. It genuinely warms my heart

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      Thanks for this lovely comment! ❤️

  • @toocleanpappas5397
    @toocleanpappas5397 5 лет назад +11

    Can't believe no one said this. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY and go slow at first. Someone mentioned it in passing, but it is incredibly important in the beginning. Thru-hiked the AT in 2017 and saw more people get off the trail by hurting themselves by trying to go too fast too early. Another suggestion I would make is don't hike with other people at first. That was another thing I saw take people off the trail. One person was always faster and the slower person would try to keep up and stress their bodies. Saw all kinds of injuries from that. It's a huge long trail, you'll meet tons of people, and being alone in the beginning will help you hike at your own pace.
    I always heard "Don't quit on a bad day." it's not a bad saying. My personal saying was Don't quit. It took the idea of getting off the trail out of my mind. On my entire Thru-hike I never once thought about getting off the trail. (Though to be honest, all my friends had at least a day or two where they considered it. So maybe I'm just weird.)
    Oh, and eat your best meal first every time you have dinner. That way every day as you make dinner you can look at your food and choose the best thing. :)
    Best of luck to everyone, and hopefully I'll see you cats on trail. (March 13th start date)
    Hikers Hike,
    -Too Clean

    • @jag1870
      @jag1870 3 года назад

      Couldn't agree more.

  • @CarlosAlvarez-dv7um
    @CarlosAlvarez-dv7um 4 года назад +13

    Great video!
    One more advice: “Embrace the suck” Darwin On-The-Trail.

  • @michaelb1761
    @michaelb1761 5 лет назад +7

    Great advice. Basically don't focus on the schedule you made before getting on th trail, the obstacles, the gear, etc. Be prepared with adequate gear and skills, but focus on the trail and all the beauty around you. While I've never done a long thru hike, that is a lesson that I learned just on 200 mile hikes. Don't focus on the miles and the miles will come. Focus on the relaxation, the sites, and yourself.

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      I can’t wait to have all of my gear so that I can stop thinking about it!

  • @nobodyhikes
    @nobodyhikes 5 лет назад +15

    Excellent compilation of advice from a great group, thank you!

  • @tootsla1252
    @tootsla1252 5 лет назад +13

    Good field of PCT finishers. Jennifer Mabus is my favorite of all. I couldn't wait to see her updates.

    • @JenniferMabus
      @JenniferMabus 5 лет назад +2

      Tootsla 125 Thank you so much!! 💜💜

    • @deaniew2210
      @deaniew2210 5 лет назад

      Yeah she’s awesome 👏

  • @sydneybaldwin3514
    @sydneybaldwin3514 5 лет назад +10

    I’ve literally just watched Jennifer’s videos and was thinking how awesome it’s going to be to watch your time of the trail Mari. It’s so exciting I’m living vicariously through you.

    • @JenniferMabus
      @JenniferMabus 5 лет назад +2

      Riley Stewart 💜💜💜

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +1

      Yay! Seriously can't wait to get out there and start sharing it with you!

  • @serafinhikes
    @serafinhikes 5 лет назад +25

    PCT next year, AT in 6 weeks

    • @Deadshotsabot
      @Deadshotsabot 4 года назад +2

      Serafin Hikes did you finish the AT?!

  • @MisfitsFiendClub138
    @MisfitsFiendClub138 4 года назад +2

    Embrace the suck seems to be the best advice out there

  • @karin7872
    @karin7872 5 лет назад +4

    I absolutly loved Jennifers videos last year. This year I was looking for a new hiker to follow on the same journey and really liked your channel Mari. I can't wait to see you start the pct!! 😊

  • @MattEliMN
    @MattEliMN 5 лет назад +2

    This was so wonderful! I really appreciate the tips. Thank you!

  • @Josephhikes
    @Josephhikes 5 лет назад +12

    Wow Mari !! You got connections that’s an all Star advice line up ! 🙂👍👍👍👍

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +3

      I feel honored that they all wanted to be a part of this video! 🙌

  • @BackpackingWithWoodglue
    @BackpackingWithWoodglue 5 лет назад +3

    What a great video Mari. Thanks for putting all these people (and their advice) all in one place! Looking forward to this PCT season!

  • @shellyskye527
    @shellyskye527 5 лет назад +4

    You certainly picked some great people to highlight. Thanks for taking the time.

  • @fousna
    @fousna 5 лет назад +4

    Hi Mari! This is such an amazing video!!!! That's exactly what I wanted and needed to hear/watch! My PCT thru-hike will start in 53 days from Campo. I was super obsessive about everything, insecure about my gear, about my resupply strategy until I watched this video. That got me back to ground. So thank you again and I hope I'll meet you on trail!

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      So happy to hear that this video gave you some good advice! Maybe I'll see you out there! Good luck with the rest of preparations!

  • @alanstordal5621
    @alanstordal5621 5 лет назад

    Wisdom and experience are priceless. One step at a time.just KEEP MoViNg.....

  • @christinewinterton7111
    @christinewinterton7111 5 лет назад +3

    Like the way you put this together, great advice from the experts. Thanks

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      So happy to hear you liked it!! ❤️

  • @YakoBako
    @YakoBako 4 года назад +1

    I too enjoy the things that are out of my control. Great video can’t wait for CDT 2020!

  • @johnanderson8096
    @johnanderson8096 5 лет назад +1

    VERY WELL DONE!!!! THANK YOU....

  • @Mtnsunshine
    @Mtnsunshine 5 лет назад +1

    Really enjoyable and valuable input from some great folks. Thanks for putting this together!

  • @deaniew2210
    @deaniew2210 5 лет назад

    Awesome thank you Mari. 🙏 and thanks to all the contributors. Great vid.

  • @alankoemel3168
    @alankoemel3168 3 года назад +3

    You need to include Jessica Mills (Dixie) and Julia Sheehan (Rocket).

  • @seniorhiker5589
    @seniorhiker5589 5 лет назад +1

    Mari, outstanding job pulling all these experiences and advice together and sharing. Wish you the very best on your upcoming through hike. Looking forward to following your adventures and challenges.

  • @rs889
    @rs889 5 лет назад +1

    Another awesome vid Mari 🤜🏼🤛🏼

  • @memathews
    @memathews 5 лет назад +4

    What a great way to collab on the subject and spread the message with some great thru-hikers from 2018. I hope to see you during PCT Days (I'll probably be in the USFS booth) and will be following your journey.

  • @johneason6540
    @johneason6540 5 лет назад +1

    CHEERS! To the PCT class of 2019.
    Your experiences will inspire others.

  • @kan-zee
    @kan-zee 5 лет назад +1

    Outstanding Collab, with amazing hikers. !! 😍👍💓

  • @c.cannon1102
    @c.cannon1102 5 лет назад +1

    This was a great idea for a video!

  • @rollin_rome3962
    @rollin_rome3962 5 лет назад +1

    This is so awesome! Thank you for putting this together. I wish you and Nick safe travels! Also, I hiked a 5.3 mile hike this weekend. Big Sur didn’t happen because of the rain but working up to it.

  • @thriftyendurance
    @thriftyendurance 5 лет назад

    Mari, what an excellent cast of thru-hiker alumni you put together! 👍🏻 I just started my channel this year to follow the class of 2019 for PCT, AT and CDT. Jay is one of my favourites and just like you, very responsive! I totally agree that you cannot control things that is "out of your control." I am a seasoned section hiker which helps me mentally prepare for a future thru-hike. One thing I do know about the "head game" is to always be "Present." Being in the "moment" might sound very cliche, but it will help you stay focused. I always say, do MOST of the hard work before you get on the trail, i.e. your finances, your gear, your resupply strategy, etc, then when you get on trail, just enjoy the amazing journey. 🌺

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +1

      Jay has some solid advice! And I like what you said too. I really can't wait to be done with all of the "hard work" and just get out there!

  • @tylerseims
    @tylerseims 3 года назад

    Great video guys! Y’all got me stoked!

  • @andy9711
    @andy9711 2 года назад

    Thank you

  • @bkbland1626
    @bkbland1626 4 года назад

    I'm down. AT in March. We'll see how it goes, as usual.
    Thanks y'all.

  • @nadinenarita132
    @nadinenarita132 5 лет назад +2

    Great video! Wow, that must have taken a lot of coordination to have all those experts on! Very encouraging.

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      Yeah a lot of good tips and some nice experts to take the time to do it!

  • @ralfhedin
    @ralfhedin 5 лет назад +1

    Wow! I'm a RUclips-addict and I have to say this was one of the best videos I have seen. The tips work as well for how to live your life!

  • @MarksWanderlust
    @MarksWanderlust 5 лет назад +2

    Woow great advice. love it

  • @catherinemadamba4399
    @catherinemadamba4399 5 лет назад

    this is amazing! you are amazing!

  • @kikionthetrailoflove7036
    @kikionthetrailoflove7036 3 года назад

    Tip to vloggers chronicling their hike, don't ramble incessantly into the camera, so many vloggers make it all about themselves and ignore the trail. Kate Cloud was my favourite because she did a fabulous job showcasing the beauty of the PCT. Absolutely loved her videos, all 159 of them lol... ❤

  • @lebowski5192
    @lebowski5192 5 лет назад

    Great vid! CT in July!

  • @rosimo22
    @rosimo22 5 лет назад +2

    Mari, this was such an inspiring video. I'm excited for your adventure. I'm seriously considering it myself.

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +1

      Be warned, once you start thinking about doing it, it's hard to stop! 😜

    • @bahamajim1998
      @bahamajim1998 5 лет назад

      Do it!

  • @tiffanymorris2260
    @tiffanymorris2260 3 года назад

    Thank You it’s help me l like your hiking videos Happy Friday everyone

  • @BigDukeX
    @BigDukeX 5 лет назад +1

    WOW... Mari !!! You guys are gonna have a lot of people - pushing and pulling - you through to the finish.

  • @lizstrailsandtravels4624
    @lizstrailsandtravels4624 2 года назад

    I loved this video! So helpful- although it’s a much shorter hike for me (263 miles) being first, I appreciate the tips.

  • @thuthiehiker
    @thuthiehiker 5 лет назад +2

    Great video.

  • @trailsnail2892
    @trailsnail2892 5 лет назад

    Thanks that was fun.

  • @trailtimewithblaze4874
    @trailtimewithblaze4874 5 лет назад +1

    I got a lot from this video! Thank you for putting this together. Neemer really got me with his advice ⛰ AT in March and I can’t wait 😊

  • @steveg3981
    @steveg3981 5 лет назад

    Some good advice. Thanks

  • @chriszeman7708
    @chriszeman7708 5 лет назад

    Awesome San Pedro on the wall.

  • @garydehart4256
    @garydehart4256 5 лет назад

    Great video - loved it! Starting the AT in 32 days (YIKES!)

  • @JH-hw3ci
    @JH-hw3ci 4 года назад

    Wow. Its amazing who we call experts now

  • @surfk9836
    @surfk9836 5 лет назад +1

    7:30 Jay is right. But you might need microspikes and ice axe before San Jacinto and maybe past Wrightwood, if you are leaving early. Its been wet and cold here in So. Cal.

  • @chriskelly6559
    @chriskelly6559 Год назад

    It's not how many miles that ultimately count, it's how many days you get to spend in the woods with some amazing people and visions.

  • @serafinhikes
    @serafinhikes 5 лет назад +11

    Take care of your feet! Tend to any hotspots immediately.
    Hiking is difficult enough, don't be the person that has to waddle down the trail because you didn't prevent chafing around the inner legs and butt ... it's the worse, I'm an expert waddler!

  • @solomonstello
    @solomonstello 3 года назад

    Most of this advice translates to life altogether.

  • @deann7909
    @deann7909 5 лет назад

    What a great video!

  • @Nebulung
    @Nebulung 5 лет назад

    Jay's dropping some quality stoicism.

  • @sarahestrada8530
    @sarahestrada8530 5 лет назад +1

    Nice video, super cool

  • @billymeek4863
    @billymeek4863 5 лет назад

    Great video

  • @SandCrabNews
    @SandCrabNews 5 лет назад

    MOTIVATION!

  • @pvtperkins1455
    @pvtperkins1455 4 года назад

    less than 2 months till I begin my first AT thru-hike
    *long exhale*
    I got this

  • @peterjohnson6273
    @peterjohnson6273 2 года назад

    What a great idea, Mari. :>)

  • @roebucksadventure
    @roebucksadventure 5 лет назад +2

    A couple of years ago, I learned how to ride a motorcycle and purchased a Harley-Davidson. Last year I did a couple of short motorcycle trips and added motorcycle camping as part of the adventure. This year I’m going to take a trip to Sturgis S.D. from New Orleans. I’m currently working on adding hiking to my motorcycle trips. Next years plan is to ride my Harley-Davidson to Colorado and hike the 4 loop pass.

  • @philipricotta537
    @philipricotta537 5 лет назад +1

    Thanks Mari great video a lot of the people i have followed over the past year. Like you I attempting the PCT( starting march 19). Unlike you I am 66 years old. As Jay would say "we'll see". Hope to see you on the trail.

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      How exciting! One month to go!

    • @nevadagrace3514
      @nevadagrace3514 5 лет назад +1

      Philip wish you the best! Will you be reporting on your progress?

    • @philipricotta537
      @philipricotta537 5 лет назад

      thanks I may post some videos but nothing like a consistant vlog . Certainly wont be the high quality type of vides like Mari and Starburst

  • @helpfulcommenter
    @helpfulcommenter 2 года назад

    I love how most of the people are talking about philosophical and mental tips and then the last guy: "socks"

  • @thatsrich944
    @thatsrich944 5 лет назад +2

    Much of this advice is useful for all kinds of long-term travel, and life as well! I'm starting to get excited for you. But right now my mind is all gooey! I am four days away from my flight and I am SO nervous! I sell the car tomorrow. Finally made a tiny update video on my yt channel. Cheers!

  • @rudranilghosh2187
    @rudranilghosh2187 5 лет назад

    Nice

  • @AlwaysAnAdventureLuna
    @AlwaysAnAdventureLuna 5 лет назад

    Just subbed. I am looking forward to following your adventure.

  • @rileycoles737
    @rileycoles737 5 лет назад

    All the big hikers!

  • @hardknock1753
    @hardknock1753 5 лет назад +2

    Great video! Thanks for doing this!
    Happy Trails

  • @jordanrenee9455
    @jordanrenee9455 5 лет назад +2

    Omg I’ve watched all these people for inspiration!! I wonder what your trail name will be!!!!

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +1

      I've been wondering that too! So curious what it will be!

    • @jordanrenee9455
      @jordanrenee9455 5 лет назад

      It will be something to do with joy or positivity I reckon as you are always so upbeat :)

  • @israelsarabia2700
    @israelsarabia2700 5 лет назад +1

    Just do It! There’s no (instructions manual) for adventure!

  • @michelleheidler983
    @michelleheidler983 5 лет назад

    This isn't even trail advice, this is life advice!

  • @sarahemerson7671
    @sarahemerson7671 2 года назад

    Silly question, how do you take care of long hair in the trail

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  2 года назад

      Not a silly question! I would brush mine every night and morning and put it in braids during the day. I think braids worked best to keep it untangled and in order when I couldn't wash it for a while. Then I'd wash it in town

  • @southernfriedkiwi9407
    @southernfriedkiwi9407 5 лет назад

    Hi Mari! My husband and I are visiting Chch next week for the first time. Is there a good 1-2 hr walk to do that is close to the city? Thanks!

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      Hi! Very cool! The Bridle Path (go all the way to Lyttelton or the gondola if you want) or Rapaki are both easy to access from the city! Have fun!

    • @southernfriedkiwi9407
      @southernfriedkiwi9407 5 лет назад

      @@mari.johnson thank you! We're looking forward to it.

  • @tomnoyb8301
    @tomnoyb8301 5 лет назад

    Tips start at 2:49.

  • @amenramuxikllc5658
    @amenramuxikllc5658 5 лет назад

    A.T. 4TH MAY.

  • @ChuckNoctis
    @ChuckNoctis 5 лет назад

    Some of my advice: Try out your shoes and insoles first on longer hikes on vet conditions. Make a small note with distances between your resupply points/stores, it will make you buy less food and also carry less of weight. I would usually buy about 0.5-0.7 days less food each resupply since you overbuy 95% of the times anyway. Paprika pesto will save your life. Homemade dehydrated meals are so good. Dehydrated minced meat/cheese/tomato sauce with some taco species would boost morale a TON on trail.

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад

      I'm very intrigued by the sound of paprika pesto - never heard of it!

    • @ChuckNoctis
      @ChuckNoctis 5 лет назад

      Well, its red paprika, red chili and sun dried tomatoes. I used it in almost all my pasta dishes and never got tired of the taste.

  • @Swimdeep
    @Swimdeep 5 лет назад +1

    Don’t know if it was mentioned but I can’t believe you don’t have Dixie (Homemade Wanderlust) on your list. Nevertheless, I’ve signed up for your trek through the 2650 mile journey. Good luck, #HYOH

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +1

      I reached out to her a few times but unfortunately she never responded! All good though. Thanks!

  • @tiffanymorris2260
    @tiffanymorris2260 3 года назад

    Go outdoors hiking in Tulsa Oklahoma

  • @Raventooth
    @Raventooth 4 года назад +1

    B E• I N• T H E• M O M E N T

  • @ElDiabloLocoPoco
    @ElDiabloLocoPoco 5 лет назад

    I suggest an alternate title....."Top Tips for living life". Great vid.

  • @flutistnotflautist4740
    @flutistnotflautist4740 5 лет назад +1

    Wait. I'm 320 lbs. I thought my dream of being a hiker someday was completely undoable at my weight. I have never been so happy to be wrong.

    • @mari.johnson
      @mari.johnson  5 лет назад +3

      You should check out Second Chance Hiker! He's already started the PCT!

  • @MH-dv2cz
    @MH-dv2cz 4 года назад +1

    There is a murderer on the trail

  • @robertbroatch4263
    @robertbroatch4263 5 лет назад

    Know your limits, condition before hand and don't obsess about time and place too much

  • @Swimdeep
    @Swimdeep 5 лет назад

    You’re commitment is obvious. Of course you tried to contact Dixie; I shouda thunk it. Get hiking!! I’m trying so hard to be class of 2020. I have a little surgery to get first. Looking for subs so I can get a Community Page. You game? Thanks 🙏

  • @tiffanymorris2260
    @tiffanymorris2260 3 года назад

    I can wait for Christmas 🎄 Day Christmas Eve New Year Eve i like Christmas song 🎧 Christmas dinner Christmas movie I like open up presents 🎁 for Christmas 🎄

  • @bkbland1626
    @bkbland1626 4 года назад

    A lot of these guys just make things more complex than they need to be. It's just walking. It's not like it's hard. Just hang in there. That's all you need. And DON'T pull a Starburst. Take care of your feet. Hers were scary.
    Yowza.

  • @melborndontis2947
    @melborndontis2947 2 года назад

    you gotta ask yourself...... why do they call him pooparazzi?

  • @without-excuse
    @without-excuse 5 лет назад +1

    I was starting to expect a George Clooney or Barack Obama inspirational cameo in there too

  • @mattheishman170
    @mattheishman170 3 года назад +1

    Experienced thru hikers. Sorry to me all these people are beginners to me..But they are all youtubers with patreon accounts linked so people can sent money to them... funny