As someone preparing for an upcoming thru hike with his autistic son, your insight and advise is very valuable. Thanks for all the info and book recommendations....will definitely read !
I miss sleeping outside along with a lot of things. Lol I must sleep like a rock because I don’t remember waking up for anything. I like your videos and keep on smiling.
Ohhh YAY!!! I'm so excited for you and a wee bit jealous! If I can help answer any questions about anything please reach out. Happy to help in any way I can.
I loved your trek thru the Smokies. Watching your fears turn to amazing love of that section was beautiful to me. You would be amazing as a hiking coach ( not sure if that is the correct term) Your knowledge and encouragement is worth so much. Thank you again for an amazing video!✌️❤️
great video as usual... was curious if you were going to put together a documentary type video that highlights your entire AT thru hike... I have seen several do that and I think with your editing skills and talent it would be worth watching
Really enjoyed your through hike vlog! What were the best sources for weather forecasts you found on the AT? Also, what was the music source for your vlog and do you think there are better ones at a similar price? Thanks so much for your AT vlog and post hike information. SEMPER FI to your son and thank your Dad for his service too! Thanks.
Thank you! I’m happy you enjoyed my vlog. I used atweather.org because it offered weather for the shelter you wanted to target but I’ll say that it wasn’t always accurate so looking at local weather on your weather app when you have a signal could help. Also used my Garmin inreach Mini 2 for weather. I have used a few sources for music. Still a bit of trial and error. Pretty much all my AT videos use the stock music in iMovie. I’ve recently used some Creator Mix and just started using Epidemic Sound which has great music but costs $$$. Of course I like Epidemic Sound best. Thank you for your respect for our Marine ♥️🙏
Hi ! Watching your video now, and yes I have a question, which brand head net did you say was the best ? I remember watching an episode where you stated that one was hard to see through ? And the other was better ? But I don't remember if it was sea to summit? Or Ben's that you liked ? , thank you . Grant.
Quite certain she recommended the Ben’s bug net over “Sea to Summit” because it was a lot easier to see through (if not, I just returned my “Sea to Summit” and got Ben’s for nothing!).
Hey there! Thanks for watching! Yes I recommended the Ben’s brand which I liked better than my Sea to Summit for a couple reasons. 1) the Ben’s was easier to see through compared to the S2S. And 2) because it had an elastic that helped secure it on my hat.
Why did you not let us give you “thanks” or donate to you like most other hikers. So many times I wanted to give you something for the enjoyment I got following you every steps.
Oh wow thank you. I was fortunate to be able to fund my thru hike by saving up for it. I didn't want viewers to donate to me. It was more than I could have asked for by having so many people subscribe and view my vlogs. That meant everything to me.
I love your advice of testing your ability to sleep in the woods. It shows a good understanding of "risk mitigation" concepts. Great video for folks who are considering a thru-hike and need to ID and address their own fears.
I watched you thru hike from the beginning. Anyone wanting to hike the trail should watch it. Pretty amazing.
Ohhh thank you so very much! I appreciate your support!
As someone preparing for an upcoming thru hike with his autistic son, your insight and advise is very valuable. Thanks for all the info and book recommendations....will definitely read !
Oh thank you so much! I appreciate that and if you have any other questions please reach out. Excited for your adventure together!!!
Loved this video!! Great advice and suggestions!!
Thanks so much!!
I miss sleeping outside along with a lot of things. Lol I must sleep like a rock because I don’t remember waking up for anything. I like your videos and keep on smiling.
Yeah it's funny how my fears ended up being some of the aspects I loved most! Especially sleeping outside!!!
Thank you so much for this video I start in Feb and you hit several fears!!
Ohhh YAY!!! I'm so excited for you and a wee bit jealous! If I can help answer any questions about anything please reach out. Happy to help in any way I can.
I loved your trek thru the Smokies. Watching your fears turn to amazing love of that section was beautiful to me. You would be amazing as a hiking coach ( not sure if that is the correct term) Your knowledge and encouragement is worth so much. Thank you again for an amazing video!✌️❤️
Ohhh thank you so much! You are spot on - my fear of the smokies turned into love for them. I appreciate your support!
Gratitude! 🙏
AMEN!
Great video thanks for sharing.
Thank you!
great video as usual... was curious if you were going to put together a documentary type video that highlights your entire AT thru hike... I have seen several do that and I think with your editing skills and talent it would be worth watching
Oooooh I love that idea! Maybe!! Thank you for your support and idea!
You tell it like it is. Great advise. Love seeing Katahdin.
Stay safe
Always gonna be honest with folks. Thats how I roll. Katahdin is such an energizer puppy! Thanks for your support.
Some great information for future hikers. Definitely read the two books you mentioned.
Thank you! Appreciate your continued support.
You are one wise lady--thank you
Aww thanks!
Loved this video!! Where we're you fliming from ? It's beautiful!!
We walk in different state parks in Maine and Massachusetts.
frizzle good to see you
Thank you!!
Interesting vlog! Courage is built by practicing baby steps!
Thanks! Totally agree!
If you haven't heard, it snowed 6" on Sunday, 10/16/23. The earliest it snowed in the Smokies.
Whoa!!!!
Really enjoyed your through hike vlog!
What were the best sources for weather forecasts you found on the AT? Also, what was the music source for your vlog and do you think there are better ones at a similar price?
Thanks so much for your AT vlog and post hike information. SEMPER FI to your son and thank your Dad for his service too! Thanks.
Thank you! I’m happy you enjoyed my vlog. I used atweather.org because it offered weather for the shelter you wanted to target but I’ll say that it wasn’t always accurate so looking at local weather on your weather app when you have a signal could help. Also used my Garmin inreach Mini 2 for weather.
I have used a few sources for music. Still a bit of trial and error. Pretty much all my AT videos use the stock music in iMovie. I’ve recently used some Creator Mix and just started using Epidemic Sound which has great music but costs $$$. Of course I like Epidemic Sound best.
Thank you for your respect for our Marine ♥️🙏
Thanks very much! That helps a lot! God Bless
Hey, just a heads up. Zach Davis hosts a weekly podcast called Backpacker Radio that I've really enjoyed!
Oh awesome! I’ll check that out. Loved his writing style. Thank you!
Hi ! Watching your video now, and yes I have a question, which brand head net did you say was the best ? I remember watching an episode where you stated that one was hard to see through ? And the other was better ? But I don't remember if it was sea to summit? Or Ben's that you liked ? , thank you .
Grant.
Quite certain she recommended the Ben’s bug net over “Sea to Summit” because it was a lot easier to see through (if not, I just returned my “Sea to Summit” and got Ben’s for nothing!).
Hey there! Thanks for watching!
Yes I recommended the Ben’s brand which I liked better than my Sea to Summit for a couple reasons. 1) the Ben’s was easier to see through compared to the S2S. And 2) because it had an elastic that helped secure it on my hat.
Awsome, thank you 😊
What a wonderful place to walk your dog-- where is this ? Love your Vlogs
We usually go to state parks in Maine and Massachusetts.
Can you wear a backpack while making these videos? It just doesn’t look right. 😂😂😂 Great advise!
OMG I'm laughing my ass off!
Why did you not let us give you “thanks” or donate to you like most other hikers. So many times I wanted to give you something for the enjoyment I got following you every steps.
Oh wow thank you. I was fortunate to be able to fund my thru hike by saving up for it. I didn't want viewers to donate to me. It was more than I could have asked for by having so many people subscribe and view my vlogs. That meant everything to me.
I love your advice of testing your ability to sleep in the woods. It shows a good understanding of "risk mitigation" concepts. Great video for folks who are considering a thru-hike and need to ID and address their own fears.
Thank you. It was the best way to determine if I believed I could handle it or if it was a deal breaker before hitting the trail.