I stayed at the property of Around the Bend when it was Top of Georgia. I thought it was a beautiful place and I’m glad new owners have taken over and made it amazing 😊
Your candidness is appreciated. I do wish hikers would be more open about what they paid though. That being said with the understanding that I know prices can vary. Ballpark prices are helpful. I have been told by 3 different male hikers that they saw prices cheaper for "pretty" girls and one guy I talked with said some hostels kind of size you up before giving you a price. A woman I talked to said she asked some of the guys she was at a hostel with what they paid and all of them quoted higher prices than what she paid. I talked to another woman who is around my age, she complained that shuttles were frequently offered to young women for free and also low prices. She told me no such offers were extended to her. She also mentioned that she shared a shuttle with a trio, 2 young female hikers and their male companion. During the ride they shared what they had paid and they all paid 20 dollars less than her. When she confronted the driver she said he got, "scarily gruff". Her words. I have no way of knowing if any of these people were telling me the truth so there's that. I just wish more hikers would share cost information.
You know I never noticed a cost discrepancy with male vs female hikers but I wouldn’t be surprised if it existed. Shuttles vary tremendously. Some are donation based only, and some will charge you extraordinary amounts just to get 2 miles into town.
thank you for making this video. I hiked with my son, (Vegas Rob and Sin City) last year just like you, from Springer Mt. to Harper's Ferry; then I had to get back to work. We stayed at almost all hostels you talk about. SO much fun.-- and I agree with your ratings. If anyone has the chance to do this experience I'd strongly recommend it.
I know Station 19E is liked by many, but I stayed just down the street is Mountain Harbor. A solid 3 maybe 3.5 due to the breakfast they put out. Lady Di's breakfast was good, but Mountain Harbor put her's to shame.
Well I'm glad you put this out as i am now taking my camper not going to stay at the NOC in 2 weekends I have already hiked that area in January this year but I'm going to try kayaking. Thanks for the Tip though I did really enjoy their store is awesome and well stocked!
Sounds like a couple of those places mistook "hostel" for "hostile." Standing Bear must've had a bad batch of flour if both the biscuits and the gravy were no good. Regarding Lady Di, I wonder how much time must pass before one is known as a "former thru-hiker"....hmmm...... Thank you, as always!
Great info as always! As a thru hiker wannabe I'm taking mental notes for future reference. Wood's Hole and Angel's Rest are just down the road from me. I've been following a number of 2023 AT hikers, and I *think* Uncle Johnny's is the one that has new ownership this year, and much quieter now. One hiker who stayed at Standing Bear said that there was a lot of expired food in their resupply store.
I haven't heard anything about Elmer's in Hot Springs lately. He's been there forever in an old Victorian house. It's like a museum inside, you want to whisper as you explore it. Elmer is also known for his gourmet vegetarian dinners. Guess he appeals more to an older crowd these days, but until Laughing Heart opened, he was the only deal in town. Too bad about NOC gouging hikers. Bunks used to be $30 but that was nearly 10 years ago the last time I stayed there.
Roadrunner not on topic but I was out backpacking this weekend and around 8 830 your Favorite thing happened a whippoorwill started singing and I broke out laughing thinking of your last video take care hope you have a great week(Padre)I also loved the main road house great place
@@hikingdancer heading out the end of July. Do you remember how many days it took you from Monson to Katahdin thanks for asking. When are you planning PCT I am looking at 2027. For a thru hike 😃
Do you have to make reservations at AT hostels, or are they first-come-first-serve? I hope that they are not like modern hotels, which require. I hope that they are just there and open to people who need them. I guess, I wish hostels were like trail magic, just there for people.
Sometimes my friend in Michigan talks about picking up some flower or flowerss when she means weed. But that wouldn't be something to be so hush hush about, so I doubt it.
It has very different slang meanings. In my part of the US it is very common slang for a specific part of a female cannabis plant. I don't think this is how she means it though.
I was able to reserve at Standing bear, the little cabin in the back several weeks in advance in OCT , maybe you cant reserve in the bubble time frame?
I stayed at the property of Around the Bend when it was Top of Georgia. I thought it was a beautiful place and I’m glad new owners have taken over and made it amazing 😊
Your candidness is appreciated.
I do wish hikers would be more open about what they paid though. That being said with the understanding that I know prices can vary.
Ballpark prices are helpful.
I have been told by 3 different male hikers that they saw prices cheaper for "pretty" girls and one guy I talked with said some hostels kind of size you up before giving you a price.
A woman I talked to said she asked some of the guys she was at a hostel with what they paid and all of them quoted higher prices than what she paid.
I talked to another woman who is around my age, she complained that shuttles were frequently offered to young women for free and also low prices.
She told me no such offers were extended to her.
She also mentioned that she shared a shuttle with a trio, 2 young female hikers and their male companion.
During the ride they shared what they had paid and they all paid 20 dollars less than her.
When she confronted the driver she said he got, "scarily gruff". Her words.
I have no way of knowing if any of these people were telling me the truth so there's that.
I just wish more hikers would share cost information.
You know I never noticed a cost discrepancy with male vs female hikers but I wouldn’t be surprised if it existed. Shuttles vary tremendously. Some are donation based only, and some will charge you extraordinary amounts just to get 2 miles into town.
Thanks for staying! We enjoyed your company!
🤗❤️🌺🤗🤗🤗🤗
"Flowers" are smoked at "safety meetings"
Exactly
Now I know what this is!!! 😅
. . . give us part II, New England.
Great video! I really appreciate this type of information. Thanks!
Wow. Thank you for the super thanks
thank you for making this video. I hiked with my son, (Vegas Rob and Sin City) last year just like you, from Springer Mt. to Harper's Ferry; then I had to get back to work. We stayed at almost all hostels you talk about. SO much fun.-- and I agree with your ratings. If anyone has the chance to do this experience I'd strongly recommend it.
So fun indeed
I love these reviews. Brutally honest with fun facts given as examples. Thanks Julianne
Thank YOU
Good to hear your experience...
Thanks for watching
I glad I stayed in one of the rooms at Weary Feet. The bunk house looks awful.
Yeah good call
I know Station 19E is liked by many, but I stayed just down the street is Mountain Harbor. A solid 3 maybe 3.5 due to the breakfast they put out. Lady Di's breakfast was good, but Mountain Harbor put her's to shame.
Mountain Harbor is top notch all around. Breakfast is indeed the best on trail.
I wanted to go to Mountain harbor also but somehow it didn’t work out
Very helpful and honest.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you. This has been very helpful. Very thoughtful of you to share.
Thank you
I see you have lizard buddies on your screens too. Good info as always. Thanks so much!
Thank you
Thank you for this informative video. Green Dragon Hostel Bill
So nice of you
Hot Springs is one of my favorite!
Always fun to hike from Max Patch to Hot Springs and stay at the hostel.
Town is a bonus too!!
Absolutely
What does flower mean???
Like your ratings, truth-telling and the lizard cameo. 😊
Thank you
Well I'm glad you put this out as i am now taking my camper not going to stay at the NOC in 2 weekends I have already hiked that area in January this year but I'm going to try kayaking.
Thanks for the Tip though I did really enjoy their store is awesome and well stocked!
Good Decision
Sounds like a couple of those places mistook "hostel" for "hostile." Standing Bear must've had a bad batch of flour if both the biscuits and the gravy were no good. Regarding Lady Di, I wonder how much time must pass before one is known as a "former thru-hiker"....hmmm...... Thank you, as always!
Omg such a good point. She’s not a former Thru hiker. She IS a Thru hiker
Great video…. Thank for pointing out the Good, Bad and Ugly.😊 what kind of monies might a Thru Hike expect to pay?
Around 35$ average for a bunk room bed. That’s been what I have paid so far on the AT this year.
What Pat said
Very interesting video. I’ve heard great things about some of the hostels huh mention, especially Lady Di’s. Happy trails.🤘🏻🥾⛰️
Lady Di is the best
Great info as always! As a thru hiker wannabe I'm taking mental notes for future reference. Wood's Hole and Angel's Rest are just down the road from me. I've been following a number of 2023 AT hikers, and I *think* Uncle Johnny's is the one that has new ownership this year, and much quieter now. One hiker who stayed at Standing Bear said that there was a lot of expired food in their resupply store.
Yes that is true too
I haven't heard anything about Elmer's in Hot Springs lately. He's been there forever in an old Victorian house. It's like a museum inside, you want to whisper as you explore it. Elmer is also known for his gourmet vegetarian dinners. Guess he appeals more to an older crowd these days, but until Laughing Heart opened, he was the only deal in town. Too bad about NOC gouging hikers. Bunks used to be $30 but that was nearly 10 years ago the last time I stayed there.
I had not heard of Elmers
Happy Gnomads in Hot Springs is amazing! Hostel of Maine was really nice!
I didn’t get to check it out
Roadrunner not on topic but I was out backpacking this weekend and around 8 830 your Favorite thing happened a whippoorwill started singing and I broke out laughing thinking of your last video take care hope you have a great week(Padre)I also loved the main road house great place
Wohoo. So funny! When are you finishing your Thru hike this year Padre?
@@hikingdancer heading out the end of July. Do you remember how many days it took you from Monson to Katahdin thanks for asking. When are you planning PCT I am looking at 2027. For a thru hike 😃
@@robertligas250 it took me 4 1/2 days to get there from Monson. But we did one 26.2 mile day.
@@hikingdancer nice you guys kicked butt.
4 1/2 days for 117 miles moving
Do you have to make reservations at AT hostels, or are they first-come-first-serve? I hope that they are not like modern hotels, which require. I hope that they are just there and open to people who need them. I guess, I wish hostels were like trail magic, just there for people.
Some you have to make reservations . Some you can just walk in.
@@hikingdancer I see. Thank you.
What town was Maine Roadhouse Hostel in?
Rangeley
So what does flower mean???? Don't say it if you won't explain!!!!!!! Now I have got to know!
Google "the term Flower, meaning in slang" and you will find out. 😁
You can look it up
Sometimes my friend in Michigan talks about picking up some flower or flowerss when she means weed. But that wouldn't be something to be so hush hush about, so I doubt it.
It has very different slang meanings. In my part of the US it is very common slang for a specific part of a female cannabis plant. I don't think this is how she means it though.
@@Malember That´s confusing, I was pretty sure she was talking about cannabis 🙂
I was able to reserve at Standing bear, the little cabin in the back several weeks in advance in OCT , maybe you cant reserve in the bubble time frame?
Mhhh interesting
Nice informative on Hostels.
Thank you
Never stayed at one, but I can imagine anything looks good when you are cold and wet. Attitude is everything.
Very true