Do what makes you happy Jen ! I have followed you for a decade now and your videos are the only ones that I look forward to! I know that sometimes you get overwhelmed with the negative comments but there are thousands of people who cherish you ! You have a genuineness which is so rare. Please know that you are such a warm and special person with so much love in your heart and it shows in your videos. I have loved seeing you grow and learn to love yourself and give importance to your own needs as well ! Sending you warm hugs and prayers always ❤️❤️❤️!
There have been plenty of times where I felt hopeless or extremely discouraged by a situation that I was in. Words cannot truly describe the amount of relief that I felt when I was helped out of those situations. As with the spork gifting, I would have cried tears of joy too if I thought that I had to eat with a knife then someone gifted me a spork. That in combination with the sincere generosity of that couple warrants your tears. I appreciate you for being transparent.
Tears are my superpower!!! I cry when I'm extremely happy, and just knowing someone shows kindness when needed is a wonderful thing. You are far braver than me going alone. I wish you had a hiking/traveling buddy, but you are doing great. So strong!
I’m loving the way your navigating through life’s changes. I really admire you and the strength you’ve had through it all. Thank you for taking us along. I really am enjoying your videos.
I too will always remember the kindness of strangers. I was heading back to college (in Canada) middle of winter, and my car broke down. Some wonderful people stopped and helped me out. I will never forget it!❤️
I enjoy following along on your journeys. I especially love your attitude on things, "I have no idea what I'm doing, but I'm gonna do it". :) And that's so sweet that the couple gave you their spoon, I can understand getting emotional about it - I feel the same way when people are nice to me.. which says a lot about the world when such a simple thing can move us to tears. Also, totally random thing here but I love your music choices for these videos. :)
Thanks for sharing your journey. Just curious, why don’t you ever take a friend with you on any of these adventures? Or will you in the future? Seems like a fun adventure!
These adventures are so fun to watch! And the kindness of strangers...nothing beats that! It was heartwarming to see it and I am sure twice as heartwarming to experience it. Who knows..perhaps they were paying it forward.
Omg I was just in pictures rocks in June! Those flies are really no joke and I was not prepared for them. Hope you get to backpack more! I'm planning my first one for Isle Royale, I can use any & all tips!
You have so much courage. My anxiety holds me back from so many things I dream of doing and seeing. I live in lower Michigan and have been to the UP only a couple times. It’s absolutely beautiful up there.
Love seeing the courage you’re growing through all these experiences! Please check the technique you are using when carrying/wearing your backpack, its not like using/wearing a daypack or school backpack which goes on your shoulders and the shoulders do all the work. It’s essentially ALL of the weight of the hiking backpack is to be carried on your hips, the strongest your body - essentially the straps are just there to stop if flopping around or falling off. You will be able find good information on this to help you out. Keep on exploring - its really lovely to see you learning & developing!
I love that you take this journey and girl, your killing it... let me say I wouldn't make with that back pack at 40lbs. Also, I love that generosity is still out there, as well as your thankfulness...Never be embarrassed by tears. I love the green path you walked it's so beautiful this shows us how our creator was thinking about us, when he made all these true wonders the animals don't appreciate it, but we do, and we can tell him so. Thank you for sharing your journey here.
Amazing, you are so brave and inspiring! The people giving the spoon would have absolutely made me emotional as well. Beautiful video, thank you for sharing and I look forward to your future adventures!
I 've been watching your videos for a decade(?) and I don't remember ever seeing you camp or hike while you were married. Is this a new interest, or is it something you always enjoyed?
As someone who’s done a lot of hiking (some solo but never overnight) through Pictured Rocks…I was so excited to see that you hiked there and filmed it for us! Lake Superior is absolutely magical….something very special about it….as is the UP. I so enjoyed seeing the scenery….hearing those loud Northern Ravens!…..and hearing about your experiences! The biting flies are only bad on the beach in the summer when it’s an offshore breeze…and the humidity levels are higher than normal. Don’t let them discourage you from a return visit. And the best way to see the actual pictured rocks is from the water….next time rent a boat or take the boat cruise. I recommend it late in the day so the sun hits the rocks and really shows their beautiful colors. Looking forward to part two! Thanks, as always, for sharing your inspiring experiences.
Oh my goodness we are on the same kind of path exploring backpacking and adventures and what not I am totally rooting for you! And side note I totally loved that you cussed!!! ❤️
Try the bone conduction headphones. Not bulky and made for athletic purposes. Can hear your surroundings and still enjoy your music and such. It doesn’t cover your ears. Can even use it with phone calls. Check out amazon reviews if interested.👍🏻
So beautiful!! Looking forward to seeing the rest of your trip. There is still goodness in the world, and I'm the same way while feeling frustrated and overwhelmed, if someone is going to do something unexpected for a stranger. I'd be in tears as well.
When I go camping I bring my Sigg set of a metal folding knife, spoon, and fork. It came in a case that has straps to hook through something. Others sell sets of wooden or bamboo versions that don't fold.
Like so many people, I feel completely stuck in life with anxiety. Thank you for taking us along on your adventures. We can live the backpacking life through you!!!
Very nice Jen :)! Haven't watched in a while. This Michigander loves that you travelled to the UP - it's soon beautiful up there. I love that the couple gave you a spoon, how absolutely special that is, I cried with you... Those are definitely Michigan birds that are talking at you :)! Inspiring - thank you for sharing your backpacking journey & gear, I need to do this one day...
I just tested up song with you. You’re inspiring me so much. I’m at a kind of difficult point in my life right now and a hike like this, solo, would change my life. I think I’ll plan something for spring. Thanks for sharing Jen. And Jim and Lisa. ;)
You needed a little kindness. You needed someone to be good to you. It wasn’t about the spoon. Amazing how God sent that kindness in the form of a borrowed utensil.
No lie, I feel like this may have been your most relatable video ever. It felt the most authentic. Way to go, and I’ve cried over silly things that In the moment were the kindest actions.
Wanted to share with you that I went on a trail by myself near my local park. It's along water. I took pictures of the trees and the water. I tried hard to take a side selfie....it didn't work out, haha. Have fun on your journey.
I Chica what a blessing that couple was to you so sweet and such meaning ur right the little things 🙂 what a Beautiful park u r at and I’m like Wow!! 40lbs backpack 💪🏼 so proud of u 👍🏼 WTG Chica
I was just thinking of what you were like in the very first video of you I ever saw. And while you’re the same person, you’re different. Bloomed. Firmly planted and bloomed and free to grow and wander wherever your heart desires.🌱🌸 I felt the gratitude in the gift that Jim and Lisa shared with you. ❤️ I would have cried, too. Very sweet. Can’t wait for part two.
Thank you for seeing me in this light. In a sea of comments (a lot of which don’t make the cut haha) that try to shame me for seeming “miserable,” “clinically depressed,” or just deplorable in general, your words are very much appreciated ☺️
when i used to go hiking the leader always stop by water at the end of our hike to help with blood circulation in our legs... i remember it being super cold but felt sooo gooood.
Jen, l haven’t even watched the whole video but man you have come a long way from your prada videos and huge hauls. Not that there is anything wrong with that. But these videos seem to give you a sense of accomplishment that you never had before. You should be so proud of yourself. I am loving this direction. I am loving watching you grow and you should be proud of yourself. My only thoughts are stay safe which l know you take steps to do but l still have to say it. ❤️
I know you’re long back from this trip, but to help with pack weight - adjust the straps, it will help balance some of the weight on your hips and not all on your shoulders.
Wow! Good for you! Have you heard of the Camino de Santiago? It’s a pilgrimage that goes through Spain. I almost feel like you’re training for something like that!
Hello Jen! I am a long time fan and far away friend. I have never commented, but I want to let you know that you inspire me and that I am cheering you on from afar! You have inspired me to follow my travel dreams despite all my fears and excuses I put up for myself. I have booked my first solo trip! I am a 58 year old, empty nester, divorced woman who is about to start her dream of traveling and I am scared shitless! And I can’t wait! Lots of love to you! Gabriela💕
Hi Jen, I wonder if there’s kind of a device that you can pull your backpack behind you you know like something on like three wheels that you pull that could handle hiking is just an idea I really enjoyed your video that looks like so much fun I hope that my husband and I can go hiking eventually as well.
I've been watching your videos almost since the very beginning but haven't seen your videos for about over a year. I love your content. You're very inspirational ☺️ I was just wondering about your babies. Are they living with you?
Aww Jen- I totally get the emotions of the spoon! In a world that has gone absolutely MAD it’s good to know that nice people do exist! ❤️ Loved this so much! xx Laura from Chicagoland
Beautiful scenery! If you ever get a chance I highly recommend hiking the Superior Hiking Trail in MN. It’s 300 miles long but you can do sections of it. It runs along Lake Superior and the North Shore area to MN. It’s beautiful. Some areas you get a view of the lake, and other areas you get to see the Superior National Forest.
I'm so proud of you! I've always wanted to go backpacking, but I can't due to my chronic illnesses. My partner goes and I'm always so jealous being left behind.
I'm only at the beginning of this video, but I'm so excited to see you're in Michigan!! I'm from the lower peninsula of MI and I haven't been in a few years (covid). It's a beautiful state.
Wow Jen, this is amazing! I would be scared to be at night there by myself but you are incredible!!!!!!! I am living the backpack life through you :) and that beach was gorgeous
Your confidence just glows! I totally get the feeling of gratefulness over the spoon. The kindness of simple things. Love the video(s) and am looking forward to more.
No electricity on the trail. I brought two portable power banks, mostly to charge my phone and watch. I had 2 batteries for my GoPro which was sufficient.
The clothes were great. I think I’ve listed most everything in the description. I packed a couple extra layers that I didn’t end up wearing. I was expecting the weather to be in the 40s & 50s, low humidity, but it was “unseasonably warm” with super high humidity for that time of year so I didn’t end up needing them. You don’t need a lot to swap when camping/backpacking in my experience. Just undies and socks.
You seem genuinely upset that all you see is chipmunks and birds and not bears, despite all the bear signs, bear lock boxes etc. Careful with wanting to see bears, they are very scary in person. I am so glad you are being real and sharing the kindness that was given to you by Jim and Lisa. Can you explain the plastic bead bracelet, is it a good luck item? was it a gift? I am so curious about it. Thanks for continuing to show us all these fun outdoorsy adventures, you are in your element. Your happiness and peace radiates in these videos
I seriously clicked on this as soon as you posted it. 😆 anxious much? 😂. Anyway, love seeing the continued camaraderie amongst the camping world. I watch other people as they camp and meeting people along the way. Nice video, Jen. I was wondering from the start how that backpack was gonna do for you. It woulda broke my back. Also, are those mala beads on your wrist if so can you point me to a place to buy some without the tassel. I only ever see them with it.💕
Yes, my prayer beads. I bought them from The Beautiful Nomad. I lost the charm long ago. I’m about the attempt restringing them myself and possibly making more.
Jen, I love you, I have been following you for 12 years or so, I lived in michigan, I used to send you Arabic tea to tryout and you send me your beautiful Christmas cards, I know we do not really know each other, but I want you to stop referring to yourself in a negative way, you are a smart, unique and a true genuine person and what you are doing is so wonderful and meaningful, you will do just great! I will finish up my day here in Cairo,Egypt and wait for your video, to enjoy and get inspired ❤ I am doing EBC trek in March and I am learning a lot from you... keep up the good work 👏 Iman
jen ive enjoyed your videos for years here youtube. keep inspiring us to be better humans . anxiety is a bear but happiness and fortitude are the repellent so you just keep trekking girl . BREATHE YES YOU CAN DO IT .
Great video Jen. Loving and admiring your journey. When you mentioned the weight of the backpack, my back started to ache 😂. I might rename your channel With Wonder to Wonder Woman ☺️. Can’t wait for next video. Jim and Lisa thank you 🍴
What are the logistics of getting there? Did you fly and then take a shuttle? Then fly home? I’m guessing with a hotel stop so you could bathe? I’m so curious!
I drove up and spent one night at a paid campsite then took a shuttle from the Munising Falls parking lot first thing the next morning to the east end of the trail. Hiked back to my car over the course of 4 days.
You are the second RUclipsr today to restore my faith in the human race. Thanks to you and Kara of Kara and Nate and to the people who aided them. Have loved your videos for many years and love seeing you happy.
I did carry bear spray clipped to my pack. Fortunately didn’t need to use it 😅 And yes, I unused a filter. A really cool one I linked in the description. I’m pretty sure I share my filtration process in part 2.
I've been living vacariously through you and other youtubers doing backpacking and this looks so fun. Not sure my feet would handle it (ankle not as strong as it used to be following a fracture last year) but I'd love to try this someday ! Can you do a video on everything you carried in your pack ?? I think I may have mentioned this in a comment I made on another one of your recent videos when you were hiking, but there's a great channel called the hungry hiker - you should check out for backpacking tips, packing, food, toiletries, essentials, etc. Looking forward to Part 2 !!!!!!
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Do what makes you happy Jen ! I have followed you for a decade now and your videos are the only ones that I look forward to! I know that sometimes you get overwhelmed with the negative comments but there are thousands of people who cherish you ! You have a genuineness which is so rare. Please know that you are such a warm and special person with so much love in your heart and it shows in your videos. I have loved seeing you grow and learn to love yourself and give importance to your own needs as well ! Sending you warm hugs and prayers always ❤️❤️❤️!
There have been plenty of times where I felt hopeless or extremely discouraged by a situation that I was in. Words cannot truly describe the amount of relief that I felt when I was helped out of those situations. As with the spork gifting, I would have cried tears of joy too if I thought that I had to eat with a knife then someone gifted me a spork. That in combination with the sincere generosity of that couple warrants your tears. I appreciate you for being transparent.
Tears are my superpower!!! I cry when I'm extremely happy, and just knowing someone shows kindness when needed is a wonderful thing. You are far braver than me going alone. I wish you had a hiking/traveling buddy, but you are doing great. So strong!
I’m loving the way your navigating through life’s changes. I really admire you and the strength you’ve had through it all. Thank you for taking us along. I really am enjoying your videos.
I too will always remember the kindness of strangers. I was heading back to college (in Canada) middle of winter, and my car broke down. Some wonderful people stopped and helped me out. I will never forget it!❤️
I enjoy following along on your journeys. I especially love your attitude on things, "I have no idea what I'm doing, but I'm gonna do it". :) And that's so sweet that the couple gave you their spoon, I can understand getting emotional about it - I feel the same way when people are nice to me.. which says a lot about the world when such a simple thing can move us to tears.
Also, totally random thing here but I love your music choices for these videos. :)
Thanks for sharing your journey. Just curious, why don’t you ever take a friend with you on any of these adventures? Or will you in the future? Seems like a fun adventure!
It’s a lot of fun solo backpacking. Source: Myself
These adventures are so fun to watch! And the kindness of strangers...nothing beats that! It was heartwarming to see it and I am sure twice as heartwarming to experience it. Who knows..perhaps they were paying it forward.
Omg I was just in pictures rocks in June! Those flies are really no joke and I was not prepared for them. Hope you get to backpack more! I'm planning my first one for Isle Royale, I can use any & all tips!
You have so much courage. My anxiety holds me back from so many things I dream of doing and seeing. I live in lower Michigan and have been to the UP only a couple times. It’s absolutely beautiful up there.
I straight up cried over the spoon. Kindness just gets ya. 🥰
I haven’t watched this yet but just want to say I sure admire you flexing your courage muscles !!
Love seeing the courage you’re growing through all these experiences!
Please check the technique you are using when carrying/wearing your backpack, its not like using/wearing a daypack or school backpack which goes on your shoulders and the shoulders do all the work. It’s essentially ALL of the weight of the hiking backpack is to be carried on your hips, the strongest your body - essentially the straps are just there to stop if flopping around or falling off. You will be able find good information on this to help you out. Keep on exploring - its really lovely to see you learning & developing!
I love that you take this journey and girl, your killing it... let me say I wouldn't make with that back pack at 40lbs.
Also, I love that generosity is still out there, as well as your thankfulness...Never be embarrassed by tears.
I love the green path you walked it's so beautiful this shows us how our creator was thinking about us, when he made all these true wonders the animals don't appreciate it, but we do, and we can tell him so.
Thank you for sharing your journey here.
Crying with you over the spoon! So powerful. 💗💗
Amazing, you are so brave and inspiring! The people giving the spoon would have absolutely made me emotional as well. Beautiful video, thank you for sharing and I look forward to your future adventures!
I 've been watching your videos for a decade(?) and I don't remember ever seeing you camp or hike while you were married. Is this a new interest, or is it something you always enjoyed?
Thanks for sharing!
Wow beautiful scenery.......thanks Jen....and I will say you are brave!
You are so awesome, Jen. I just she'd a tear with you over the spork! ❤
As someone who’s done a lot of hiking (some solo but never overnight) through Pictured Rocks…I was so excited to see that you hiked there and filmed it for us! Lake Superior is absolutely magical….something very special about it….as is the UP. I so enjoyed seeing the scenery….hearing those loud Northern Ravens!…..and hearing about your experiences! The biting flies are only bad on the beach in the summer when it’s an offshore breeze…and the humidity levels are higher than normal. Don’t let them discourage you from a return visit. And the best way to see the actual pictured rocks is from the water….next time rent a boat or take the boat cruise. I recommend it late in the day so the sun hits the rocks and really shows their beautiful colors. Looking forward to part two! Thanks, as always, for sharing your inspiring experiences.
I have my sights on a kayaking adventure there in the warmer months
I love this video! Thank you for sharing ❤️ I love watching all of your traveling, hiking, camping adventures!!!
That car is so cool. Your spoon story brought me to tears.
I wish I knew more about that car! I couldn’t find any info on it. Such a random treasure in the middle of the forest!
Love your videos. Thank you for letting us explore and share these journeys with you.
Thank you for coming along!
I know why you're crying but why am I crying 😢 great video
Oh my goodness we are on the same kind of path exploring backpacking and adventures and what not I am totally rooting for you! And side note I totally loved that you cussed!!! ❤️
You my dear are like a breath of fresh air.
Thank you for reminding me about gratitude it helps us all ,and I love all your videos
Try the bone conduction headphones. Not bulky and made for athletic purposes. Can hear your surroundings and still enjoy your music and such. It doesn’t cover your ears. Can even use it with phone calls. Check out amazon reviews if interested.👍🏻
So beautiful!! Looking forward to seeing the rest of your trip. There is still goodness in the world, and I'm the same way while feeling frustrated and overwhelmed, if someone is going to do something unexpected for a stranger. I'd be in tears as well.
When I go camping I bring my Sigg set of a metal folding knife, spoon, and fork. It came in a case that has straps to hook through something. Others sell sets of wooden or bamboo versions that don't fold.
I love cheering for your journey! You’re a badass Jen!! I have been watching forever and I feel just so proud of you!
Like so many people, I feel completely stuck in life with anxiety. Thank you for taking us along on your adventures. We can live the backpacking life through you!!!
I get touched by little acts of kindness too. I probably would of cried as they handed me the spoon.
Can’t believe you did this alone that is so brave! That lake was absolutely gorgeous what an amazing trip you did just for you!
Omg you are so brave! What a courageous thing to do, and it looks absolutely WONDERful. Can't wait for part 2!
Backpackers are the nicest people! Glad you are having these experiences.
They sure are! 🥾
Sorry if this is off topic but would you be able to share a gift guide for kids this holiday season?
Very nice Jen :)! Haven't watched in a while. This Michigander loves that you travelled to the UP - it's soon beautiful up there. I love that the couple gave you a spoon, how absolutely special that is, I cried with you... Those are definitely Michigan birds that are talking at you :)! Inspiring - thank you for sharing your backpacking journey & gear, I need to do this one day...
I just tested up song with you. You’re inspiring me so much. I’m at a kind of difficult point in my life right now and a hike like this, solo, would change my life. I think I’ll plan something for spring. Thanks for sharing Jen. And Jim and Lisa. ;)
Oh my word!! Proofread!! Lol that was supposed to say that I teared up along with you ;)
I got it 😉
I cannot believe you do this alone ! You are very brave !!!
You needed a little kindness. You needed someone to be good to you. It wasn’t about the spoon. Amazing how God sent that kindness in the form of a borrowed utensil.
This was fantastic. I am creating a list of places to visit based on your videos.
No lie, I feel like this may have been your most relatable video ever. It felt the most authentic. Way to go, and I’ve cried over silly things that In the moment were the kindest actions.
I’d cry too 😢
So beautiful!
Those views are beautiful! It's so inspiring to see you go on this adventure. I can't wait for more videos!
Wanted to share with you that I went on a trail by myself near my local park. It's along water. I took pictures of the trees and the water. I tried hard to take a side selfie....it didn't work out, haha. Have fun on your journey.
I Chica what a blessing that couple was to you so sweet and such meaning ur right the little things 🙂 what a Beautiful park u r at and I’m like Wow!! 40lbs backpack 💪🏼 so proud of u 👍🏼 WTG Chica
Please don't get offended but when I watch your videos I feel like the music is just a bit too loud.
Thanks for letting me know. I’ll work on volume adjustment for part 2
It’s just a spoon but so much more than a spoon…✨
I was just thinking of what you were like in the very first video of you I ever saw. And while you’re the same person, you’re different. Bloomed. Firmly planted and bloomed and free to grow and wander wherever your heart desires.🌱🌸 I felt the gratitude in the gift that Jim and Lisa shared with you. ❤️ I would have cried, too. Very sweet.
Can’t wait for part two.
Thank you for seeing me in this light. In a sea of comments (a lot of which don’t make the cut haha) that try to shame me for seeming “miserable,” “clinically depressed,” or just deplorable in general, your words are very much appreciated ☺️
Hi! What bracelet are you wearing on day 2, wraps around your wrist a few times?
Those are my prayer beads 📿
Love these videos and love you! So happy for these special adventures you’ve been pushing yourself to experience. Sending you all the best vibes xx
when i used to go hiking the leader always stop by water at the end of our hike to help with blood circulation in our legs... i remember it being super cold but felt sooo gooood.
I did put my feet in 🥶
Jen, l haven’t even watched the whole video but man you have come a long way from your prada videos and huge hauls. Not that there is anything wrong with that. But these videos seem to give you a sense of accomplishment that you never had before. You should be so proud of yourself. I am loving this direction. I am loving watching you grow and you should be proud of yourself. My only thoughts are stay safe which l know you take steps to do but l still have to say it. ❤️
I am absolutely loving these videos from you. Thank you so much for sharing! And for the reminder of good people being out there. 😊
I can't wait for Part 2. You're amazing, Jen!
I know you’re long back from this trip, but to help with pack weight - adjust the straps, it will help balance some of the weight on your hips and not all on your shoulders.
Wow! Good for you!
Have you heard of the Camino de Santiago? It’s a pilgrimage that goes through Spain. I almost feel like you’re training for something like that!
The sound is inconsistent. Are you covering the microphone at times?
Jen you're growth and journey has inspired me to discover who I am outside of mum,wofecwtc, thank you!
Can you share the knife you are carrying and also, consider adding some model of a Leatherman brand multi tool too! They can come in very handy!
The scenery is absolutely gorgeous. Loved this.
Hello Jen! I am a long time fan and far away friend. I have never commented, but I want to let you know that you inspire me and that I am cheering you on from afar! You have inspired me to follow my travel dreams despite all my fears and excuses I put up for myself. I have booked my first solo trip! I am a 58 year old, empty nester, divorced woman who is about to start her dream of traveling and I am scared shitless! And I can’t wait! Lots of love to you! Gabriela💕
I am so super excited for you!! You’ve got this ❤️
This was so fun to watch, so glad there’s a part 2. Can’t wait to watch it.
Bless Jim and Lisa. It truly is the smallest things that can make the most impact and give hope in humanity 💚
Yes! ❤️
You are such a cool mom, lady! Fantastic Jen, why not hey 👋 I’ve watch your channel for so long now and you are evolving. I wish you every happiness 🤗
Thank you! I wish you and yours the same ❤️
Love your bravery ❤️
Hi Jen,
I wonder if there’s kind of a device that you can pull your backpack behind you you know like something on like three wheels that you pull that could handle hiking is just an idea I really enjoyed your video that looks like so much fun I hope that my husband and I can go hiking eventually as well.
I've been watching your videos almost since the very beginning but haven't seen your videos for about over a year. I love your content. You're very inspirational ☺️ I was just wondering about your babies. Are they living with you?
Yes, I share custody with their father so the kids split their time between our two homes.
I love watching you Jen on your adventures!!!
Aww Jen- I totally get the emotions of the spoon! In a world that has gone absolutely MAD it’s good to know that nice people do exist! ❤️ Loved this so much! xx Laura from Chicagoland
Cheers to the good people ❤️
Hey great job I live in Michigan also if you are ever looking for for some one to go hiking with I live by Manistee I do the Manistee river loop
Beautiful scenery! If you ever get a chance I highly recommend hiking the Superior Hiking Trail in MN. It’s 300 miles long but you can do sections of it. It runs along Lake Superior and the North Shore area to MN. It’s beautiful. Some areas you get a view of the lake, and other areas you get to see the Superior National Forest.
Sounds right up my alley, thanks! 🥾
Love the shout out to Mary Janes Farm! Her farm and company is based out of my hometown of Moscow ID! She’s absolute the Best!!
Thanks for the adventure.
Thanks for coming along!
I'm so proud of you! I've always wanted to go backpacking, but I can't due to my chronic illnesses. My partner goes and I'm always so jealous being left behind.
You amaze me with your strength and ability to travel and hike as you do! Thank you for sharing with us.
Thank you for coming along for the journey!
I appreciate this video. I would love to do something like this but I am fearful. Love the video and love that you share with us.
You never know if you don’t try ❤️
I'm only at the beginning of this video, but I'm so excited to see you're in Michigan!! I'm from the lower peninsula of MI and I haven't been in a few years (covid). It's a beautiful state.
Lol I love swearing Jen. 😆
I absolutely love the UP! It’s beautiful up there
Wow Jen, this is amazing! I would be scared to be at night there by myself but you are incredible!!!!!!! I am living the backpack life through you :) and that beach was gorgeous
Your confidence just glows! I totally get the feeling of gratefulness over the spoon. The kindness of simple things. Love the video(s) and am looking forward to more.
Is there electricity at the hike-in campsites? Or else how did you charge your vlogging equipment?
No electricity on the trail. I brought two portable power banks, mostly to charge my phone and watch. I had 2 batteries for my GoPro which was sufficient.
Can you talk a bit about how well the clothes you brought worked for you and which garments did you bring extras to change?
The clothes were great. I think I’ve listed most everything in the description. I packed a couple extra layers that I didn’t end up wearing. I was expecting the weather to be in the 40s & 50s, low humidity, but it was “unseasonably warm” with super high humidity for that time of year so I didn’t end up needing them. You don’t need a lot to swap when camping/backpacking in my experience. Just undies and socks.
You seem genuinely upset that all you see is chipmunks and birds and not bears, despite all the bear signs, bear lock boxes etc. Careful with wanting to see bears, they are very scary in person. I am so glad you are being real and sharing the kindness that was given to you by Jim and Lisa. Can you explain the plastic bead bracelet, is it a good luck item? was it a gift? I am so curious about it. Thanks for continuing to show us all these fun outdoorsy adventures, you are in your element. Your happiness and peace radiates in these videos
I think (hope) she's probably referring to larger animals in the non-dangerous categories like rabbits, foxes, deer... :D
Yes, indeed I was talking more about deer really. I expected to see some in the forest. I never want to run into a bear on the trail 😬
I seriously clicked on this as soon as you posted it. 😆 anxious much? 😂. Anyway, love seeing the continued camaraderie amongst the camping world. I watch other people as they camp and meeting people along the way. Nice video, Jen. I was wondering from the start how that backpack was gonna do for you. It woulda broke my back. Also, are those mala beads on your wrist if so can you point me to a place to buy some without the tassel. I only ever see them with it.💕
Yes, my prayer beads. I bought them from The Beautiful Nomad. I lost the charm long ago. I’m about the attempt restringing them myself and possibly making more.
Jen, I love you, I have been following you for 12 years or so, I lived in michigan, I used to send you Arabic tea to tryout and you send me your beautiful Christmas cards, I know we do not really know each other, but I want you to stop referring to yourself in a negative way, you are a smart, unique and a true genuine person and what you are doing is so wonderful and meaningful, you will do just great! I will finish up my day here in Cairo,Egypt and wait for your video, to enjoy and get inspired ❤ I am doing EBC trek in March and I am learning a lot from you... keep up the good work 👏 Iman
I remember that tea and your kindness! ☕️
jen ive enjoyed your videos for years here youtube. keep inspiring us to be better humans . anxiety is a bear but happiness and fortitude are the repellent so you just keep trekking girl . BREATHE YES YOU CAN DO IT .
Yes you can ❤️
Great video Jen. Loving and admiring your journey. When you mentioned the weight of the backpack, my back started to ache 😂. I might rename your channel With Wonder to Wonder Woman ☺️. Can’t wait for next video.
Jim and Lisa thank you 🍴
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This is the best video you have made in a long time. You seem genuinely happy.
I’m so happy you enjoyed it! I had an amazing time 😁
What are the logistics of getting there? Did you fly and then take a shuttle? Then fly home? I’m guessing with a hotel stop so you could bathe? I’m so curious!
I drove up and spent one night at a paid campsite then took a shuttle from the Munising Falls parking lot first thing the next morning to the east end of the trail. Hiked back to my car over the course of 4 days.
You are the second RUclipsr today to restore my faith in the human race. Thanks to you and Kara of Kara and Nate and to the people who aided them. Have loved your videos for many years and love seeing you happy.
Three cheers for the good people, small acts of kindness, and restoring faith in humanity ❤️
Did you carry bear spray? Also were you filtering water or carried it in?
I did carry bear spray clipped to my pack. Fortunately didn’t need to use it 😅 And yes, I unused a filter. A really cool one I linked in the description. I’m pretty sure I share my filtration process in part 2.
I’m loving yet another of your amazing adventures. Thank you Jen ❤️
Thank you for coming along ☺️
Did you see the bear? What are you supposed to do if you come across a bear on the trail ?!
I've been living vacariously through you and other youtubers doing backpacking and this looks so fun. Not sure my feet would handle it (ankle not as strong as it used to be following a fracture last year) but I'd love to try this someday ! Can you do a video on everything you carried in your pack ?? I think I may have mentioned this in a comment I made on another one of your recent videos when you were hiking, but there's a great channel called the hungry hiker - you should check out for backpacking tips, packing, food, toiletries, essentials, etc. Looking forward to Part 2 !!!!!!
We were there the week of Sept 11 it was beautiful and no bugs! When were you there? Would you recommend going that time of year?
I was there in early October. It was super humid which I think brought the bugs back out.