It was like the goats were SO happy to see you. I was terrified just watching them coming toward the phone. You are a tough one girl. Good vibes only coming your way. I think "Thunder on the Ridge" should be a book title👍🏻
Those goats!! The party place to be!! I am sorry, but it gave me a chuckle this morning!! So glad Fresh Grounds helped yesterday. You have had an eventful couple of days. Those goats have been on several videos..wonder if they escaped their home!! Hope the next day was good. Thanks for the vlog..it makes my day.
Ok Taylor .. this was my FAVORITE video of yours this year. It was like an action packed movie with GOATS, THUNDER and DRAMA … oh and a BUG in the tent
I have to agree with you George, I think she showed more of her personality in this one than any other. I would consider that day of hiking pretty exciting.
Taylor you survived the dreaded leg licking goats of southern Virginia. Yet another example of your legendary status of an Appalachian thru hiker. Onward to Katahdin
OMG! Those are the same goats I ran into last year, Oct 21, 2022 around mile marker 648.1 north of Pearisburg on the way to Pine Swamp shelter! I nicknamed them the NOBO AT goats because they came up and were licking me and checking me out for about 5 seconds then took off heading north on the AT! I managed to get them on video too! It was just what I needed at the time since I was feeling a bit lonely and down. Really enjoying following your journey and thanks for mentioning us on your day 24 hike. I am one of the SOBO hikers you met on that stretch going thru the Roan Mountains in early April. You are definitely an inspiration! KEEP GOING! YOU ROCK!
This was the funniest video you’ve made so far! I think you let your personality shine through a little bit, and it was great. I laughed out loud while hiking on a trail myself listening to this when the goats came up to you. Someone looked at me like I was crazy.
Taylor, glad you had a better day. Huge shout out to "Fresh Grounds" for helping Taylor on her journey..and all the other hikers he helps!!!! ONWARD!!!!
Taylor, now that was funny with the goats. They just wanted to be friendly! I always carry a whistle on a string around my neck, it will scare off most animals. Glad your sports were back on the positive side. Keep the videos coming, following your daily vlogs!
Yes, Freshground, has shared alot of love with the AT. Think I met him in 2011-2. Thanks, bro, man . . . eggs O/e, toast n' grits! Doing really well, 'Namzha' . . . see you up the trail! Loved the 'goat attacks', make use of hikin' stix.
A) Fresh Ground is magic through and through B) Yep, I think I'd be intimidated by a bunch of goats running toward me too. C) Walking through that kind of thunderstorm is scary and miserable and draining. Glad you had a safe place at the end of it.
Just finished that section of the trail and I had a brief encounter with the goats and a rather large black snake. Thanks for taking us along on your journey.
That was one of the more interesting hiking days I have seen in a long time lol. Days like that make memories for sure. Except getting soaked in the rain, I call it a great day.
Glad you got to hike that part of trail you missed last year. The goats were funny. Hate it started raining so bad before you got to shelter. The deer were beautiful. Safe travels.
I'm glad you got to see the 🐐 lol. I live on the WV side, and we have had some farmers that those goats escaped from. They have actually been up their for a couple of years now. Safe journeys!
I think the goats “got your goat” this day but I agree that that many large ones together is intimidating when you don’t know them. As with most, maybe all, herd animals if you do have to get aggressive with them target the lead or “boss” animal. If he/she backs off then generally they all will do so, but I think you handled the situation as well as it could be handled. What a day though! Welcome to the Appalachian Trail!
I live on a farm in NH with livestock, including goats. It was strange to see that many goats in the woods. I can tell you that goats LOVE salt so no doubt that being sweaty made them converge on you. Definitely an interesting video!
Bless your heart that was a lot in a day. The goats were just a little to nosy . The hail and rain was bad enough. I hope you had a good nights sleep that night. Stay safe and Happy Hiking ⛺️🥾💞
Was about to get up but saw this was the next video and wanted to see the goat situation, lol. Did this section about two years ago as part of the triple crown. The shelter on that ridge is probably one of the most beautiful have been to with the view. Also ran into a thunderstorm while on that ridge and in the open; probably one of the sketchiest times have had on trail. No goats though, lol. Happy trails!
The goats needed salt. You eat a lot of salty food. When you are in bear country make sure your food and any candy bar wrappers are not inside your pack and put everything that smells of food in scent proof plastic bags. This includes toothpaste. Be ready to ditch your food bag. Bears can smell you from far away. Keep trusting your gut. You are amazing! I have learned so much from your courage. I watch you every morning when I have my coffee. I went on a solo camping trip to Oahu in February and was attacked by teeny mosquitos , bitten by a spider, attacked by weird flying black crickets, encountered 50 mph gusts of winds, rainstorms, thunder and lightening the entire 9 days of camping . It was an adventure, no regrets. Anyone who thinks that you spent too many days sleeping in a warm cozy safe place at night has probably never been a female solo camper. Be well, be safe! This video was fantastic, loved the animals and the bugs.
This was a great video Taylor. Thanks for sharing both the highs & lows of thru-hiking! Watching you adapt to and overcome every situation is inspirational.
I think I was one of the section hikers at the shelter that was going south. It's been interesting to see you do parts of the same trail. I'm enjoying the videos. It's also interesting that RUclips suggested your videos and I recognized you. The Almighty Algorithm speaks. :)
This vlog is hilarious 🤣🤣 already saw the goats on your insta and it’s still funny, my husband and I are cracking up. Seriously though I’d be freaked! “The party place to be for the wilderness” “am I dramatic? No I’m not dramatic. This is a dramatic situation.” You’re sooo over this day 🤣 we can all laugh about it now lol
Talk about “highs and lows”! The day started out so good! Did fresh grounds take you back to the trail? I love your comment, “I am not being dramatic, I am in a dramatic situation.” It’s true, between a herd of goats literally surrounding you and then thunder and rain storms, you handled it well! Thanks for another great vid, so glad that your safe!
The goats must have recognized you from your videos! They must be subscribers!!!
The complete randomness of goats running towards you on the trail is hysterical....and weird 😂
8:00 “Don’t be scared. We Goat 🐐 You Babe” 😅
You rock! Long miles, goats, rain, hail, and you made it in good fashion with a good attitude. Bravo.
It was like the goats were SO happy to see you. I was terrified just watching them coming toward the phone. You are a tough one girl. Good vibes only coming your way. I think "Thunder on the Ridge" should be a book title👍🏻
Those goats!! The party place to be!! I am sorry, but it gave me a chuckle this morning!! So glad Fresh Grounds helped yesterday. You have had an eventful couple of days. Those goats have been on several videos..wonder if they escaped their home!! Hope the next day was good. Thanks for the vlog..it makes my day.
This video had so much going on 😂 seeing goats charge and hearing you yell was quite hilarious. You're amazing.
Ok Taylor .. this was my FAVORITE video of yours this year. It was like an action packed movie with GOATS, THUNDER and DRAMA … oh and a BUG in the tent
I have to agree with you George, I think she showed more of her personality in this one than any other. I would consider that day of hiking pretty exciting.
Taylor the GOAT - Hiker 😂
Thanks for sharing.
Hi traveling salt lick, glad you enjoyed the goat bath (at first). Ha ha ha
That goat thing is the funniest video I have ever seen of the AT 😂😂😂 I’m dead! Lol
Taylor you survived the dreaded leg licking goats of southern Virginia. Yet another example of your legendary status of an Appalachian thru hiker. Onward to Katahdin
What an adventure filled day! Goats and a Thunderstorm!
Making Goat friends on the trail! Awesome!
OMG! Those are the same goats I ran into last year, Oct 21, 2022 around mile marker 648.1 north of Pearisburg on the way to Pine Swamp shelter! I nicknamed them the NOBO AT goats because they came up and were licking me and checking me out for about 5 seconds then took off heading north on the AT! I managed to get them on video too! It was just what I needed at the time since I was feeling a bit lonely and down. Really enjoying following your journey and thanks for mentioning us on your day 24 hike. I am one of the SOBO hikers you met on that stretch going thru the Roan Mountains in early April. You are definitely an inspiration! KEEP GOING! YOU ROCK!
This was the funniest video you’ve made so far! I think you let your personality shine through a little bit, and it was great. I laughed out loud while hiking on a trail myself listening to this when the goats came up to you. Someone looked at me like I was crazy.
That Dunkin is bad news
It’s so addicting
Glad your day turned around
You can always restart your day
Gratitude can be your attitude
Da Breeze
Taylor, glad you had a better day. Huge shout out to "Fresh Grounds" for helping Taylor on her journey..and all the other hikers he helps!!!!
ONWARD!!!!
Love to see you smile. You and Stella brighten my day ❤
The force is strong with you young Nahamsha! Enjoying my home state of Virginny!
Love the goats! And your whistle is upside down it’s driving me crazy! 😊Happy hiking
Omg the petting zoo attacked 😂
I like to see the trail
What a strange day filled with mixed emotions and goats.... who would have thought goats!!! I saw Ramdino's report, it's so crazy. Glad you're okay..😊
Taylor, now that was funny with the goats. They just wanted to be friendly! I always carry a whistle on a string around my neck, it will scare off most animals. Glad your sports were back on the positive side. Keep the videos coming, following your daily vlogs!
Yes, Freshground, has shared alot of love with the AT. Think I met him in 2011-2. Thanks, bro, man . . . eggs O/e, toast n' grits! Doing really well, 'Namzha' . . . see you up the trail! Loved the 'goat attacks', make use of hikin' stix.
You will always remember this unique day hiking. Keep your spirits up 👍. Your channily is cheering for your Nobo adventure successes.
You're great and keep smiling. Glad you're feeling better. Take care! Rock N Roll
The goat whisperer. Enjoying your journey
Love the goats. Looks like an exiting day.
That thumbnail is hysterical 😅. What you have to go through to bring us that quality Appalachian Trail content. 😁
What a legend! I'm happy it all turned around for you yesterday ❤
Take care sending hugs 🤗 ❤❤
A) Fresh Ground is magic through and through B) Yep, I think I'd be intimidated by a bunch of goats running toward me too. C) Walking through that kind of thunderstorm is scary and miserable and draining. Glad you had a safe place at the end of it.
Keep thinking Happy Thoughts, Taylor!
That is a gorgeous ridge, especially looking to West VA. But no place to be for a hailstorm!. Glad you made it down to the Pine Swamp.
Just finished that section of the trail and I had a brief encounter with the goats and a rather large black snake. Thanks for taking us along on your journey.
That was one of the more interesting hiking days I have seen in a long time lol. Days like that make memories for sure. Except getting soaked in the rain, I call it a great day.
Ahaha this was a real roller coaster of a day! Thanks for sharing the ups and downs and keeping it entertaining.
Goat attack!! Wow. Too funny! Glad you got through it. 😀
The Good; The Bad and The Fury! Stay strong Nahamsha you are doing great despite the obstacles!
Oh wow. That was an action packed day! I literally lol with the goats. They were so curious! And no, you're not dramatic lol.
Wow, what a day! I remember seeing those goats on another hikers video. It's so weird.
Well I'm definitely glad you were in such a good mood to start the day! It's definitely one you will talk about for the rest of your life.
Inspiring! Keep going strong😎
@Howard Thiele, agreed 👍! Hello from Poland and my channel 😊
Glad you got to hike that part of trail you missed last year. The goats were funny. Hate it started raining so bad before you got to shelter. The deer were beautiful. Safe travels.
Good Monday morning. 04/24/2023.
I'm glad you got to see the 🐐 lol. I live on the WV side, and we have had some farmers that those goats escaped from. They have actually been up their for a couple of years now. Safe journeys!
Beautiful!!! Trees and hills...I've been there VT.
It's wonderful to see how the Lord provides what we need when we need it. Glad you are recharged!
I think the goats “got your goat” this day but I agree that that many large ones together is intimidating when you don’t know them. As with most, maybe all, herd animals if you do have to get aggressive with them target the lead or “boss” animal. If he/she backs off then generally they all will do so, but I think you handled the situation as well as it could be handled. What a day though! Welcome to the Appalachian Trail!
Glad this crazy day came after you were refreshed! Now we know about the goats - funny since we know you are okay 😂 Hope you got dry warm and rested
I love goats! that made me laugh. The thunderstorm though, that would make me super nervous. Great video!
No, you aren't dramatic, thanks for sharing the highs and lows and the goat attacks. Please keep the vlogs coming.
Thanks!
I live on a farm in NH with livestock, including goats. It was strange to see that many goats in the woods. I can tell you that goats LOVE salt so no doubt that being sweaty made them converge on you. Definitely an interesting video!
Bless your heart that was a lot in a day. The goats were just a little to nosy . The hail and rain was bad enough. I hope you had a good nights sleep that night. Stay safe and Happy Hiking ⛺️🥾💞
Your ok . Your Guardian Angel is with you.
Oh my ‼️What an experience that was for you....one that you will always remember. ..that's for sure..Now that you are safe it's a hoot!
As it was for me in 2015, Goats Do Roam near Pearisburg!
God is continually blessing your hike,His mercies are new everyday 😊❤
I like when hikers show the hard days. Happy trails 👣 🌻
Wow, what a day! Not sure which was worse, the goats or the storm! You were very brave through it all! I hope tomorrow gives you extra rewards!
Was about to get up but saw this was the next video and wanted to see the goat situation, lol. Did this section about two years ago as part of the triple crown. The shelter on that ridge is probably one of the most beautiful have been to with the view. Also ran into a thunderstorm while on that ridge and in the open; probably one of the sketchiest times have had on trail. No goats though, lol. Happy trails!
Enjoy your hike
The goats needed salt. You eat a lot of salty food. When you are in bear country make sure your food and any candy bar wrappers are not inside your pack and put everything that smells of food in scent proof plastic bags. This includes toothpaste. Be ready to ditch your food bag. Bears can smell you from far away. Keep trusting your gut. You are amazing! I have learned so much from your courage. I watch you every morning when I have my coffee. I went on a solo camping trip to Oahu in February and was attacked by teeny mosquitos , bitten by a spider, attacked by weird flying black crickets, encountered 50 mph gusts of winds, rainstorms, thunder and lightening the entire 9 days of camping . It was an adventure, no regrets. Anyone who thinks that you spent too many days sleeping in a warm cozy safe place at night has probably never been a female solo camper. Be well, be safe! This video was fantastic, loved the animals and the bugs.
The goats were so cute!!!!
The POV is a great view. Someone should hike the AT like that
Fresh Ground is an Angel on Earth❤
Thanks for sharing your journey with us Totally loved the goats
Haha 😆 loved the 🐐 goats!
This was a great video Taylor. Thanks for sharing both the highs & lows of thru-hiking! Watching you adapt to and overcome every situation is inspirational.
T, wishing you the best. Know it was a wild day but I really enjoyed your video today. Thanks for bringing me along.
For Dunkin’
Oh, my! A day to remember.
great content!
Crazy goats!! 😂
Good video with lots of good views, 😂 some deers, lots of goats 😮 and a rabbit 😅, more rain, so let's keep on hiking..😊
The changes on the trail are real!! Nice job! You fought those goats off heroically 😂😂
Omg what a day….those goats!!! You’re a tough gal, Taylor…
Dunkin Rocks!
Great video, Taylor. Lots of drama & excitement, just like a Steven Spielberg movie. Even so, you made almost 20 miles. Impressive. Walk on.
I cackled over the goats 😂😂
I have been section hiking this area this year. Great to see you back on the AT.
So glad you had a refresh!
What a great day except for the storm of course. The goats were cool!! Thanks for sharing your hike!!
No no no no no!! This vlog was sooo funny. Right Cody?
The goat “ attack “ was crazy. Be safe.
I think I was one of the section hikers at the shelter that was going south. It's been interesting to see you do parts of the same trail. I'm enjoying the videos. It's also interesting that RUclips suggested your videos and I recognized you. The Almighty Algorithm speaks. :)
Glad you are in shelter. Crazy day with goat experience. Safe hiking.
Very Cool! Definitely some found footage material for a movie. Keeping rolling the miles Taylor.
Fresh Ground is the best!
The goats were hilarious-as was your reaction.
That was highlarious.
It’s not the bears that you have to worry about on the AT...it’s the goats! 😁
heard about the goats from big t and stella have a great hike
This vlog is hilarious 🤣🤣 already saw the goats on your insta and it’s still funny, my husband and I are cracking up. Seriously though I’d be freaked! “The party place to be for the wilderness” “am I dramatic? No I’m not dramatic. This is a dramatic situation.” You’re sooo over this day 🤣 we can all laugh about it now lol
What a crazy day
Talk about “highs and lows”! The day started out so good! Did fresh grounds take you back to the trail?
I love your comment, “I am not being dramatic, I am in a dramatic situation.” It’s true, between a herd of goats literally surrounding you and then thunder and rain storms, you handled it well! Thanks for another great vid, so glad that your safe!
The goats!! 😂🐐🤣