Appalachian Trail Maryland Section
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
- This was my first section hike of the Appalachian Trail. I started at Pen Mar Park and walked a short way north to the Mason Dixon line which is the border of Pennsylvania and Maryland, then turned around and hiked south bound for 40 miles to Harpers Ferry.
This is a really good video man good story well edited good music placement keep it up bro
Thanks so much, I appreciate the great comments.
I really enjoyed your video. Especially liked how you included your cooking, your set up, hearing the rain from inside your tent, and the process of breaking down your tent in the morning. Too many hiking videos only show the hike and the views. I like how you included all the other parts. It is more than just the walk. It is the entire experience of living outdoors. Kudos to you for continuing on without your pooch. That couldn't have been easy. Looking forward to more Hiking with Aaron videos!
You are so right that it is much more than just the walk. I tried to make my video in a way that I would have liked to see before I went out. Thanks for the kind comment.
Great video!! I'm inspired even more to do the MD section of the AT. Looking forward to it in Oct 24.
Great video very well put together.im born raised in Maryland Baltimore county born in 84 and I have never been on the A.T been everywhere else just about this video gonna make me go hit this trail beautiful land
Thanks for watching my video and commenting. I'm glad I've got you thinking about getting out on the AT. The MD section is a great trail and has some great views along the way. Enjoy!
I am sad I didn’t see this when you posted it but better late than never. I enjoyed the video. I lived near that part of the trail and many of the landmarks are super familiar. I am now planning to hike the AT thru hike in 2024. I have been a single dad for most my adult life. My first was born when I was 23 yrs old and my youngest will graduate in 2025. I have another child that will graduate 2022 so I split the difference to do my hike. I didn’t want miss them graduate but my health is becoming an issue so I don’t want wait until 2026. I plan on hiking with my dog Red. My wife told me I had to take someone. I am learning about the extra effort you need to take with a dog on the trail and your video helps. I was happy you shared when your dog was sore and needed picked up. Too many videos seem to only show the pleasant parts. Gives you a unrealistic view of hiking. Thanks and hope you share more content in teh future.
Really nice video. I’m doing this exact section with a friend next month. Great job filming. Very informative. Thank you.
lovely. pure lovely. thanks for sharing a bite of the appalachian mtns. hope to be there one day soon!!
Glad you enjoyed it. Hope you are able to get out there soon.
Aaron, I've been doing a lot of research of this section hike and yours was the most detailed I've viewed! I'm going the opposite way starting in HF and ending in Pen Mar. I made a list of what to expect from your video. My buddy and I are doing it this weekend, Father's Day 2023. Weather looks good. We are trying for Dahlgren's Campground, 18 miles the first day, but have a contingency. Thanks, again!
That's awesome! Glad my video could be of help to you. Have a great time out there.
Great video! Makes me super excited for my section hike this year!
This video inspired me to take the same journey. Thank you. I went on the same path southbound as you in this video. It helped me feel comfortable to try Backpacking for the first time ever. On my trip I felt more comfortable because I saw the same things as you video taped. I didn't feel alone on my solo journey thanks to you and this exact video. Thanks Again man!
I was just looking through my comments for this video and I noticed yours and I never responded. Sorry about that. I'm so glad that I was able to help you out on your hike. I also use RUclips as an inspiration and information for my hiking. That's why I like to share my videos here, so that it may help someone else. Thanks for watching.
I am also looking to do the Maryland section soon so this video was pretty awesome to find! I live in MD and I have a friend who is planning on thru-hiking the AT this year so I was hoping to join her when she gets to MD or do it myself if our timing is off. It’ll be my first overnight trip.
Thank you for your effort in recording parts of the MD trail. I'm looking to do this section soon. Great information about what to expect. Hope you and your pup are doing good.
Thanks. I hope this helps you on your hike. The dog was good after a couple days. It's only day hikes or overnight trips with her from now on. I've done a 75 and a 70 mile hike since then. That MD hike was my first real backpacking trip. It is a great trail to do as a first timer. Have a great time out there.
Great video. Awesome that you got to hike with your dad. ✌️
AWESOME video!
Hey Aaron! Just subbed your channel to support a fellow RUclips vlogger and AT hiker out there. I love the MD portion of the AT. It was my very 1st solo section that I did in 3 nights and 4 days. Looking forward to watching more of your videos and following along on your channel. ~RVA Hiker Girl~
That's so awesome you watched my video and subbed. I've been watching your videos of the Shenandoahs. I'm hoping to do that section this summer. Maybe I'll see you on the AT sometime.
@@hikingwithaaron Oh cool Aaron! Say hello sometime on one of the vids! If you ever have any questions, just let me know. Always happy to help and make people's outdoors adventures great! Thank you for watching and your support. ~RVA~
I appreciate this video. I am going to be doing a section of Maryland soon and was glad to see how detailed your video is.
Thanks Melanie, have a great time on your hike.
Did this section in 1981 as a 13 year old with BYM’s Catoctin CQC.
Want to do it again, thank you !
I appreciate this video as I will be doing this section soon. I also appreciate your honesty in how things went with doggo. Not every dog is ready to go from couch to AT. Let this be a warning to others.
My son and I are going to try this hike this June.
I have never hiked nor gone camping. I live in Baltimore, Maryland area. However, I love to know the history of Maryland and it's land marks.. This video kept my attention. Great job.
Awesome Video!
Really enjoyed this. Thanks!
Thanks for watching.
As a Marylander, I have backpacked this section two or three times, southbound and northbound. The Pen Mar day is the hardest on the trail, and the second day is the longest. The fourth day is something of a victory lap into town. It's a nice getaway, but it is always harder than you think it will be.
I really enjoyed hiking the MD section. It was my first "big" overnight backpacking trip. It was the perfect trail to start on. I'm considering doing it again, maybe this time going NOBO. Thanks for checking out my video.
@@hikingwithaaron Going NOBO, take it easy going up to Weverton Cliffs. It will let you know if you have overpacked!
Thank you. I loved your videos- your eye for photography really paints a wonderful picture. Planning my first hike this June. May I ask what make/ brand is your water bottle holder. Thank You.
Me encanto tu video la verdad espero hacerlo en un futuro próximo saludos
I really enjoy your video let me know when you try to do it again 🙋🏻♂️
Great Job!! Very inspiring... I'm leaving on this same hike tomorrow and I'm really looking forward to it! Thanks Brother!
That's awesome! Have a great time out there. Looks like nice cool weather the next few days. A great time to be hiking.
Planning on doing this in the fall. Great video
Thanks. You'll love it.
That was awesome! I live between the monument and Annapolis Rock so it was good to see north and south. I think I'll go South. lol.
Amazing! My dad is doing this next week. So beautiful.
Hi Aaron, thanks for this video! Did my first AT hike yesterday in PA and looking for an overnight and then four day hike and this one looks perfect. Appreciate you posting!! Keep up the great work!
Just discovered your channel. Your videos are great and even though I have hiked the MD section several times (I live near Pen Mar), I thoroughly enjoyed following you on your adventure. I have also watched most of your other videos (loved your NJ trip) and look forward to more.
Wow! Thanks so much watching and for your kind words. I'll be doing a short section hike in April in VA from Damascus to Grayson Highlands and then in June I plan to section hike all of PA on the AT.
@@hikingwithaaron Looking forward to following along. It took me 2 yrs to do PA with a day hiking group. It's getting too far to travel for just a day hike now. I need to get brave enough to go out for a week (solo). I've only done a night or two with a group down in the SNP/BRP section. I keep on saying if Grandma Gatewood can do I -- so can I (I'll be 70 in May). Happy Trails!!!
That's awesome that you'll soon be 70 and still hiking. No need to go out in your own. I'm sure it's much more fun with a group. I go alone just because I can't convince any of my friends to go with me. I'm 55 and this is only my 2nd year hiking. Hope I can still be hiking at 70!
Awesome video! Really cool! Something I have always wanted to do! Showed my oldest son the video too and told him you used to teach his mom and I math... he was shocked we knew a teacher outside of school :) .. great video and praying Nala is feeling better! Croc in the swamp! Lol!
Thanks so much Ryan. It's so weird for students to know that teachers actually have a life outside the classroom. I think I felt the same way when I was in school and my own dad was a teacher. Nala was better just a couple days after leaving the trail. Thanks for your concern. Great to hear from you!
Keep up the great work cant believe i wasnt suscribed before when im not in the appalachians i watch your videos :)
Thanks for watching and your sub. It's nice to know someone out there is watching my videos.
@@hikingwithaaron youre very welcome i hope you get a milion suscribers you deserve it :)
I enjoyed your video. So informative and it helped me plan my first section hike as well. I may either do the Maryland section or the Shennandoah AT section this spring.
I'm glad my video will help you on your hike. That's a big reason I do these, so thanks for watching.
Great hike Aaron! Good video and editing. Loved the music. I hope Nala's paws were okay.
Thanks Kate. Nala was good the next day.
Well done! I may decide to follow in your footsteps next spring... it will be my first section hike, as well.
I don't know what method of "de-bounce" you use for the camera and videos, but it sure does a great job!
Thanks for watching my video. The camera I used was a Canon G7Xii. Yes, the stability on that camera was very good. Have a great time out on the trail. I'm glad I did Maryland as my first section hike. It had great views and from what they say, it wasn't all that difficult. I'm very new at this backpacking thing myself.
Thanks for such a detail video of AT Maryland section. I plan in hiking this section in July and your video has given me a good idea of what to expect and where to set camp. My concern is the water source and the heat but I hope to grind and complete the trail.
Thanks Daniel. I'm sure you'll have a great time hiking MD. I did my hike in April so the water was flowing pretty good. Drink as much as you can at each water source and carry as much as you feel comfortable. Enjoy the views in MD, it's beautiful.
Nice job! Enjoyed your video as I was thinking of doing this section soon (I live in Frederick, MD). Too many hiking videos are centered on gear, and I like that you focused on the experience with a very humble and unassuming demeanor. I also appreciate you skipping the inner-journey one-with-nature spiritual patter, which I know is very meaningful to many people, but is totally subjective and usually uninteresting to me. That CROC bit was the best part! I laughed out loud. Be well and happy hiking.
Wow, thanks so much for the kind comments. I guess I seemed humble because I had very little experience backpacking.
Yeah, I'm not the kind of guy that gets very deep about my inner feelings and all that. I just have fun being out there and enjoy all the great sites.
I'm glad you were able to enjoy my video. I did another one on my trip to New Jersey if you'd like to check that one out.
Gorgeous out there! Awesome stuff 😍
Thanks for checking out my video. I'm a big fan of your channel.
Hiking with Aaron my pleasure! 🙌
I stay at that Crampton Gap shelter/campground. It’s a really cool spot
Great video! My wife and I just did the same trip but did 3 days (Would have been better to do 4). It's been fun to watch and see the areas that we went through!
Thanks for watching. My first and last days were half days so I can kind of say I did it in 3, but yes, I think taking 4 days would be more enjoyable. It would give more time to enjoy the views along the way. I always love watching other people's videos one places I've hiked before so I know what you mean.
Wow, what a great adventure you had. To bad Nala could not finished it with you. Hope she has recovered.
Wow, I can't believe you saw this. I didn't even post it on Facebook. Thanks for watching it. Yes, it was quite an adventure for me. Hopefully I'll be doing bigger hikes in the future. Nala is doing great now, it only took her a day or two to recover. I think I'll just limit her to a one or two day hike from now on.
Very cool video!
I've done half of the MD section. I would like to start over and do the whole thing in 4 days this year.
Hi. I really appreciate your sharing this!
It is very timely for me as I am about to section-hike Maryland and Pennsylvania next year.
I have made it from Springer Mtn to Harper's Ferry and am looking forward to the next two states.
Your video really helped me in understanding what to expect in Maryland.
Comments:
1. Enjoyed the style of photography and narration
2. Croc in the swamp - very funny!
3. Hope your dog is better. Enjoyed seeing the dog enjoying the water.
Questions:
1. Can one camp anywhere along the trail in Maryland?
2. What backpack did you use?
3. How did the Frogg Toggs work for you in the rain (kept you dry, were they too hot to wear)?
4. I saw the water bottles were attached to your pack shoulder straps. How could I get some for mine?
I have subscribed to your channel and will look for more videos on the AT.
God Bless...
Hi Ken, thanks for the kind comments and thanks for watching my video. This Maryland trip was my first overnight backpacking trip. It was a great section to start out with. I hiked SOBO and it was much rockier than I expected in the northern part. The southern part was much easier terrain.
1. I'm not sure what the rules are for camping along the AT in Maryland. The shelters seemed pretty close together so I just camped at a shelter each night. I don't recall seeing anyone stealth camping. I've also hiked the New Jersey section and the rules there are they do not allow stealth camping, although I saw several that did.
2. My backpack is the Osprey Exos 58 liter. It was fairly popular on the trail. I saw quite a few of them out there. I found it comfortable. I carried 30-35 pounds depending on food and water. I'm trying to cut it down but that can get expensive.
It's my first and only pack so I can't compare it to anything else.
3. I only used the Frogg Toggs for an hour or two and the rain came down quickly and didn't last long so I can't really say if it would keep you dry for an extended period of time. I have since bought a REI rain jacket that I like much better. The Frogg Toggs is not durable at all. I have several rips in it just from brushing up against branches and bushes. There are also no pockets which I don't like.
4. The clips are called aqua clips and were very inexpensive. You can get them at aquaclip.com. They are very nice.
I plan to hike Pennsylvania at the beginning of June. Who knows, maybe I'll see you out there. You can see a day hike I did at Lehigh Gap on my page, as well as my hike of the New Jersey section if you are interested. May God bless you and keep you safe out on the trail.
@@hikingwithaaron Thank you Aaron! Prayers for you in June as well.
Where is that parking lot and does it offer overnight/long term parking? I know this video is 5 years old, I really hope your dog was okay.
Fantastic video! So happy for Nala to go home. Even from the beginning in all your walk bys she looked like she was having difficulties.
Had she had much experience hiking on trails, even roads prior?
Thanks for watching my video. No, she had routinely done 8-10 mile day hikes with me but never on the kind of rocks we encountered at the northern part of the MD section. I felt she was doing great until we got in to Dahlgren campground. I know better now to limit her miles. Although I researched this trail a lot, not many people talk about the rocks in that section.
Good video. Interested in your dogs back pack. Where can I find that? I also have a golden retriever
Great video! Next time, do MD in 1 day.
I was lucky to do it in 4 days.
Great video! May I suggest some booties for your dog Nala when you trek on those rough rocks again. It takes a bit for them to get used to wearing them, but they really do protect their paws. What was your food pack out for your 4 day trek?
You're absolutely right about the boots for Nala. I do have some for her and just didn't bring them on this trip. I really didn't expect the rocks on the northern part of the trail so I left them at home. Lesson learned.
I had oatmeal and raisins for breakfast. A pepperoni stick for lunch and Ramen for dinner. Cliff bars and candy for snacks. I ate much less than I actually brought with me. I had never done a backpacking trip before and I wasn't sure how hungry I would get. I actually sent food home with my mom when she came to pick up Nala. I probably should have forced myself to eat more. It was a great learning experience, that's for sure.
Thanks so much for watching and subscribing.
Hi Aaron.
Really enjoyed this.
As mentioned 7 months ago, I was very interested in seeing what Maryland looks like since I was supposed to have done that section and on to Duncanon, PA in June.
Wellllll.....
I had surgery on June 3. Removed a bone spur on left heel that was negatively affecting my Achilles tendon. He cleaned up the tendon and I'm on limited walking as I write 4 weeks later. Long therapy and return to walking, then hiking. Had to do it though.
So, my June, 2020 trip will now be perhaps in May, 2021.
But, watching this was another blessing and I thank you for it.
I also watched your New Jersey movie which I'll comment on there.
Question: Did you do any more of PA in 2019 as you mentioned you might (besides Lehigh Gap)?
Regardless, God Bless for your movies, the way they are photographed and narrated.
Very enjoyable...
Thanks so much for your kind comments. Sorry to hear that your surgery pushed back your hike. I hope that it will make it a lot easier for you once you're healed.
I had to postpone my 2020 hikes as well. I had planned to do Damascus, VA to Grayson Highlands in April and that was canceled because of Covid. My PA hike in early June was also canceled and I changed it to a GA hike and that got canceled as well. Things just weren't falling into place this summer. Hopefully next year will work out.
@@hikingwithaaron Hi Aaron. Understood about the cancellations. Good thing is, Lord willing, they will be there for us next year.
Hi Aaron.
I re-watched this video recently as I in May, I was finally able to hike north from Harper's Ferry thru Maryland.
I wanted to see how it looked going in the opposite direction.
Question:
I noticed on your pack's shoulder straps you had a "holder" for a water bottle.
I'm thinking of getting something like this.
Where did you get the water bottle holder?
Thanks, and God Bless!
Congratulations on your hike. I hope you had a great time. I got that clip from aquaclip.com. I suggest getting some shock cord to wrap around the bottom of the bottle to reduce it bouncing around. Maybe your pack already has some cord in that spot. Thanks for checking out my video again.
@@hikingwithaaron Thank you Aaron, I appreciate your information on aquaclip.
Forgot to mention: to me - the hardest part of MD was the climb up to the Raven Rock shelter from Little Antietem Creek. It was the end of a 13-mile day, and we carried all of our water needs up the mountain. Plus, it was warm and somewhat humid. I should have used the water source .3 from the shelter. It was flowing nice and not hard to get to. This trip was a "lessons learned". God Bless you and your family...
Im planning to do this with my Daughter. Which month is the best to do this section? Thanks for sharing! Like your journey. Just sub you up!
Well, I've only done it once and it was during my Easter Break (I'm a school teacher). So, I would say the spring and fall would be best. I'd rather it be a little cold than too hot. There were plenty of water sources in the spring but I think many of those would dry up in the summer. That would be my biggest concern. It's a great hike, enjoy your time out there. Thanks for the sub.
39:01 well played my friend...well played
Enjoyed this! Hiking md next year.
What is the hook you have for your smart water bottles? Share a link? Thx.
Sorry for not replying to this earlier, I must have missed your comment. The clips are called aqua clips. Go to aquaclip.com to order them. I had a great time hiking Maryland. You'll have a great time. Lots of great scenery.
I also hiked maryland
Where did you get the harness and bags for your dog ?
Is that a butane burner? Where did you get it ?
That's a MSR isopro fuel canister. It contains 80/20 blend of isobutane and propane. You could get them pretty much anywhere they sell camping gear. I got mine from REI, but you could get them at Walmart or Cabelas. I got my 4 oz. canister for $5. I was using a MSR Pocket Rocket 2 for the stove.
@@hikingwithaaron cool. Thanks!
mountaineers!
U got a 50l.what in your pack
It was 37 miles
It's actually 41 miles. Mason Dixon line is 1067. Harper's Ferry is mile 1026. 1067-1026=41, but who's counting?