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Adventures in Chamonix | France’s highest cable car and the Tour du Mont Blanc
Brittany and Andy head to Chamonix, a picturesque town in France and the home of Western Europe’s tallest mountain at 15,774 feet: Mont Blanc. We ride the terrifying Aiguille du Midi cable car to the mountaintop and tackle a day hike on the Tour du Mont Blanc with 3,000 feet of vert…and plenty of sketchy ladders. Along the way, we make friends with a few ibexes and catch some iconic views around Lacs des Chéserys and Lac Blanc.
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// 🤷‍♂️ WHO ARE WE? 🥾 //
We’re Brittany and Andy. After thru-hiking the John Muir trail, we made the decision to uproot our lives (and the lives of our cats, Prius and Tumbleweed) in search of wide open spaces. Come along as we hike, climb, kayak, and forage our way through our new home in the beautiful Pacific Northwest-and occasionally explore some other cool outdoor destinations, too.
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We Moved to the Pacific Northwest! Foraging for Mushrooms
มุมมอง 860ปีที่แล้ว
It's a new chapter for Bad Hikers: Brittany and Andy are officially residents of the Pacific Northwest! Come along as we make the nerve-wracking decision to buy an 100-year-old home, sight unseen, in Oregon. Then we kick things off with some mushroom foraging and reminisce about our first few months in our new home: summiting Mt. Hood, kayaking Lost Lake, and enjoying the change of the seasons....
AN EMOTIONAL ROLLERCOASTER. Final Days & Mt. Whitney Summit (JMT SOBO) | John Muir Trail Ep. 7
มุมมอง 1.5K2 ปีที่แล้ว
It's our final days on the John Muir Trail and our final episode of the series. Andy blasts over Kearsarge Pass to pick up our last resupply in Independence, CA. Brittany unravels on Forester Pass, the highest point on the JMT at 13,200 feet. Then it's all uphill to the summit of Mt. Whitney, the highest mountain in the contiguous United States. Will we make it? What happens next? Also in this ...
Climbing Mather, Pinchot, & Glen Pass (JMT SOBO) | John Muir Trail Ep. 6
มุมมอง 1.9K2 ปีที่แล้ว
It’s all mountain passes from here: In this episode, we tackle Mather Pass, Pinchot Pass, and Glen Pass on the John Muir trail. Every pass has its own unique characteristics and challenges, but as promised by other hikers, Glen Pass is a total beast with switchbacks that look like itty bitty goat trails. Andy starts coming to terms with the fact that we’re nearing the end of our adventure. Brit...
A MARMOT STOLE MY SHIRT! Muir Pass & The Golden Staircase (JMT SOBO) | John Muir Trail Ep. 5
มุมมอง 1.6K2 ปีที่แล้ว
We finally hike over the iconic Muir Pass and stop for a much-needed Snickers break at the Muir hut. Then it's all down hill (more than 3,000 feet down, in fact!) to our next campsite in Kings Canyon National Park. Andy's sun shirt gets stolen by a furry creature in the night and Brittany faces another grueling task: climbing the Golden Staircase. But it's all worth it when we reach the most be...
Entering Kings Canyon National Park (JMT SOBO) | John Muir Trail Ep. 4
มุมมอง 1.7K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Selden Pass turns out to be little more than a blip as we hike to our halfway point on the JMT, Muir Trail Ranch! After picking up our third resupply, we head into King's Canyon National Park, home to some of the most breathtaking scenery on the trail: Evolution Valley, McClure Meadow, and Muir Pass. Brittany gets a trail name and Andy embrace his thru-hiker aesthetic. We both survive our first...
We Walked 100 Miles (JMT SOBO) | John Muir Trail Ep. 3
มุมมอง 1.6K2 ปีที่แล้ว
We head over Silver Pass and reach a new milestone: 100 miles on the John Muir trail! Brittany admits thru hiking is harder than expected and starts taking ibuprofen with breakfast. Andy decides it can't get better than our camp at Bear Creek. Spoiler alert: It gets even better than our camp at Bear Creek. 🌟SUBSCRIBE🌟 so you don’t miss an episode of our brand new John Muir trail series! New epi...
Donohue Pass and Reds Meadow (JMT SOBO) | John Muir Trail Ep. 2
มุมมอง 2.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
We exit Yosemite National Park over Donohue Pass, only to find ourselves in a hail storm! Brittany struggles to make the miles, Andy leans into the siesta life, and together we push to our second resupply at Reds Meadow (where milk shakes and grilled cheese sandwiches await). 🌟SUBSCRIBE🌟 so you don’t miss an episode of our brand new John Muir trail series! ➡️ FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES! ➡️ Instagram...
Happy Isles and Yosemite Valley (JMT SOBO) | John Muir Trail Ep. 01
มุมมอง 4.1K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Hi, fam! It’s been way too long. Last July, we set off to thru-hike the John Muir trail and it turned out to be one of the most transformative experiences of our lives. We’re so excited to finally get to share it with you! In this first episode, we begin our journey at Happy Isles-nervous and so excited-and make our way through the stunning Yosemite National Park. We stop at Cathedral Lakes, Tu...
Bridge to Nowhere: LA’s Most Popular Hike
มุมมอง 1.3K3 ปีที่แล้ว
We finally hike to the Bridge to Nowhere, the most popular hike in Angeles National Forest (and a bungee jumping destination)! Built in 1936, the bridge was meant to connect the East Fork Road, but when the San Gabriel River flooded in 1938, the road was abandoned. You can now see remnants along the East Fork Trail! Andy nearly loses a drone; Brittany waits for a bus to nowhere. 🌟SUBSCRIBE🌟 for...
Urban Hiking in Los Angeles: The Arroyo Seco
มุมมอง 2.4K3 ปีที่แล้ว
The Arroyo Seco, Spanish for “dry stream,” runs from Mt. Wilson in Angeles National Forest down through Pasadena until it meets the Los Angeles River. Efforts to preserve the stream and the canyon it runs through started more than 100 years ago; now it’s #BadHikers favorite urban hike! Brittany picks up on the secret garden vibes under the freeway; Andy chooses his own adventure. 🌟SUBSCRIBE🌟 fo...
Mt. Whitney Day Hike: Exploring a Frozen Alpine Lake!
มุมมอง 6333 ปีที่แล้ว
We set out to tackle switchbacks and slushy snow on the Mt. Whitney trail, all in pursuit of...not the summit?! Nope, #BadHikers on are a day hiking expedition to Lone Pine Lake, a frozen alpine oasis at nearly 10,000 feet. Brittany remembers why she hikes even when it’s hard and Andy thinks back to our last trip in the John Muir Wilderness where we fell in love with hiking and backpacking. 🌟SU...
The Best Backcountry Backpacking Trip in Southern California? 2 Days, 64 Creek Crossings:
มุมมอง 16K3 ปีที่แล้ว
No, that’s not an exaggeration: While backpacking in Los Padres National Forest, #BadHIkers cross the Manzana Creek 64 times in the quest to camp at an abandoned 127-year-old schoolhouse. Brittany is thrilled about vegan jerky, Andy makes some fish friends, and together we declare Manzana Trail Loop in Santa Barbara our favorite backpacking trip in Southern California. SUBSCRIBE for videos abou...
Best hiking in Southern California | Wind Wolves Preserve
มุมมอง 1.8K3 ปีที่แล้ว
We spot coyotes, elk, and some very energetic ground squirrels during a 12-mile hike at the Wind Wolves Preserve, a grassland and wildlife corridor between the California Coast Ranges and Sierra Nevada. In true #BadHikers fashion, we miss the sign saying the gate locks at 5 p.m. Brittany loses her mind over some wild melons and Andy puts his problem solving skills to the test. SUBSCRIBE for vid...
Hiking to a GIANT CAVE in Sequoia National Forest
มุมมอง 1.9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
#BadHikers hit up Sequoia National Forest! But rather than make our way to the famed giant sequoia grove, we ended up in...a giant cave instead? Packsaddle Cave is a seemingly reasonable 5.9-mile roundtrip, but it’s all uphill, with the occasional confusing creek crossing. Andy’s blown away by the largest cave he’s ever seen, and Brittany reminisces about that time she went spelunking. SUBSCRIB...
LOST in Joshua Tree National Park: An Unexpected Boulder Field Hike
มุมมอง 4893 ปีที่แล้ว
LOST in Joshua Tree National Park: An Unexpected Boulder Field Hike
Day Hike on the PCT: Exploring the Whitewater River
มุมมอง 5693 ปีที่แล้ว
Day Hike on the PCT: Exploring the Whitewater River
RACE TO THE SUMMIT: Hiking Sunset Peak at Sunset on New Year's Eve
มุมมอง 3733 ปีที่แล้ว
RACE TO THE SUMMIT: Hiking Sunset Peak at Sunset on New Year's Eve
IS THIS REAL? Hiking through a DESERT OASIS in Palm Springs
มุมมอง 4.8K3 ปีที่แล้ว
IS THIS REAL? Hiking through a DESERT OASIS in Palm Springs
ALWAYS CHECK THE MAP: Hiking through Angeles National Forest to...the freeway?
มุมมอง 4323 ปีที่แล้ว
ALWAYS CHECK THE MAP: Hiking through Angeles National Forest to...the freeway?
Colorado Summit FAIL: Hiking a 12,968-foot mountain!
มุมมอง 5213 ปีที่แล้ว
Colorado Summit FAIL: Hiking a 12,968-foot mountain!
CAN WE MAKE IT? Backpacking to Secluded Hot Springs
มุมมอง 1.7K3 ปีที่แล้ว
CAN WE MAKE IT? Backpacking to Secluded Hot Springs

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  • @noshuckingnojiving2279
    @noshuckingnojiving2279 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    How many times on trail did you get stopped by a ranger and asked to present your permit?

  • @805gregg
    @805gregg หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did you go back in time for that 1990's man bun?

  • @Casual_BackPacking
    @Casual_BackPacking หลายเดือนก่อน

    Those rock formations are the most gorgeous thing ive ever seen 🥲😭

  • @Casual_BackPacking
    @Casual_BackPacking หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very underated channel ! Dont ever stop !!!

  • @ToastyDanzig
    @ToastyDanzig 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was well done.

  • @ralphdady3728
    @ralphdady3728 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    04/04/24 thanks for taking me along on your adventure. Today is my wife’s and my 43rd anniversary ❤. I pray your marriage will last as long as ours. There will be times of struggle, just remember to think about the good times you had.

  • @williamgomez5369
    @williamgomez5369 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    , & there is another hidden cave up there !

    • @RIchyRichard21
      @RIchyRichard21 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Where is it located??

  • @mateobeans3787
    @mateobeans3787 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ummmmmmmm this isn’t Southern California!!!!!! This is Central California!

  • @fergpatrick
    @fergpatrick 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video guys. Will have to try this hike.

  • @OutsideComfortZone
    @OutsideComfortZone 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this series and your storytelling. Thanks for such a great series, y’all! And congrats on the engagement 🙌🏼

  • @junkman226
    @junkman226 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish I could move there. It’s been my dream since I was a kid. Money however is a huge obstacle

  • @adrianmendoza283
    @adrianmendoza283 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m trying to get into backpacking and this is the exact trail I was looking into!!

  • @majorpayne8373
    @majorpayne8373 ปีที่แล้ว

    By not doing the vertical stretch you guys reeeeealy missed it.

  • @LeonardOutdoorsNM
    @LeonardOutdoorsNM ปีที่แล้ว

    What an amazing series! You both documented the journey superbly! May your marriage be filled with joy, peace and love, and when you encounter "peaks" and "valleys", I pray you take them in stride; conquering each one together. Seeing the beauty in the struggle, coming out the other side stronger and closer. 🌄 Congratulations

  • @Miguel_and_The_Microbes
    @Miguel_and_The_Microbes ปีที่แล้ว

    i'm researching where apples can grown in SO CAL, so it's fun to see a place name of MANZANA

  • @gladyssanchez7832
    @gladyssanchez7832 ปีที่แล้ว

    The intro 😂 I felt that so hard, love it

  • @exploringincalifornia2470
    @exploringincalifornia2470 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bad hikers, is there such a thing? We just found you. Been making our own desert hiking videos too. Hope you will check them out.

  • @LegoDad
    @LegoDad ปีที่แล้ว

    My wife and I are doing sobo JMT late summer and I am so thankful your series showed up on our feed this morning. Trust me you weren’t the only ones crying at the top of Forester Pass heck we were feeling your moment too and hope we too can make that emotional connection with the trail. Though we are 2x your age we are going to give it all we have and your amazing series will be stuck in my head as we see it out there for the first time. I hope you guys someday so the PCT, you two are great on camera!

  • @runfourcover
    @runfourcover ปีที่แล้ว

    That was fantastic. You two seem like great people. Thanks for sharing!

  • @scottnelson8461
    @scottnelson8461 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your adventure. Your videos are awesome.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Scott!

  • @c.m.cordero1772
    @c.m.cordero1772 ปีที่แล้ว

    Santa Barbara local here. I hiked and camped some of that when I was younger and my son still goes out there when he can. Wonder if the trail is washed out now. Thanks for the video!

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      We wonder that too - hopefully it’s still there. Hope you’re staying safe with all the storms!

  • @user-pf2xc9xc4u
    @user-pf2xc9xc4u ปีที่แล้ว

    What time of year was this filmed? Meed to know for our own possible trip. Thanks so much for sharing this!

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      This was filmed at the end of May - it was early season, so I believe a lot of the cable cars were still closed for another few weeks. But there weren’t big crowds, so it was nice time to be in Chamonix!

  • @naturalflow157
    @naturalflow157 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for creating and sharing this video with us :) It really is an awesome experience to come to after a long and exhausting day at work. Overall, lately, things have been feeling a little heavy, and watching this really then helps to get out of space and experience the lost perspective that once gave me the courage to do great things. Thank you again and wishing you all the best :)

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      This is such a kind comment! We hope things get better soon-and you find a little courage to do some fun things :)

  • @gregponder8332
    @gregponder8332 ปีที่แล้ว

    Been missin' y'all. Another great video!

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Been missing you too, Greg! 😎

  • @annenowrouz4795
    @annenowrouz4795 ปีที่แล้ว

    Makes me want to go to Chamomix!

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      And you should! :)

  • @sweetbodhisoul891
    @sweetbodhisoul891 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watched the whole series and it was wonderful, you two are wonderful!! Perfect balance of scenery and commentary. I see you have mentioned doing a gear/logisitcs video at some point, yes please?! I look forward to that. JMT is in my future :)

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for watching! And yes, we have a gear video in the works ;) You're going to have an amazing time on the JMT!

  • @rawdogletard541
    @rawdogletard541 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did it in 2021 and it was glorious

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      It really was the best time of our life!

  • @With.Love.Chris.
    @With.Love.Chris. ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the energy! Congrats on the house. Wishing you many delightful memories to be made in your new home!

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! We are loving it here!

    • @With.Love.Chris.
      @With.Love.Chris. ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BadHikers Beautiful property. We live in Port Townsend near Discovery Bay. So much to explore in this magical state. 🧚‍♀️🧜‍♀️

  • @pro100toyota5
    @pro100toyota5 ปีที่แล้ว

    welcome to the PNWclub🌲🍄🐳

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!

  • @billsterling6645
    @billsterling6645 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great shots and narration guys. Really enjoyed this and loved hearing about how it’s the beginning for you. Been hiking those trails for 45 years and keep going back.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      So happy you enjoyed our funny little videos! It was the best time of our life!

  • @russ622
    @russ622 ปีที่แล้ว

    I currently live about an hour north of Portland. Born and raised in the Great and beautiful Pacific north west. I would like to welcome you to most wonderful little corner of the world. Have been studying herbalism and foraging in this region the last 7 years and would love to give you a tour and show you the diversity of edible and medicinal plants fungi and things we have out here.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      AHHHHHHH we love this!! Thank you so much that is so kind of you! Sorry for the late reply we have been in Africa for the last month! We would love to go on a foraging adventure together!

  • @fredpeterson5707
    @fredpeterson5707 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the memories! I loved hiking this area some 40 years ago. Did the school house have that big sold piece of red wood as a blackboard?

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't remember if it had the sold sign but the old school house was so cool. Such a fun adventure out there.

    • @fredpeterson5707
      @fredpeterson5707 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BadHikers I meant solid not sold. Thanks

  • @DizzyDad
    @DizzyDad ปีที่แล้ว

    We'da made it to the top ;-). And you in the passenger seat afterwards

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      YESSSSS!!!

  • @DizzyDad
    @DizzyDad ปีที่แล้ว

    If her toes ain't curled at every lake and pass then idk what to say. I watched a few other videos prior to this, but saying yes only gets you to [close to] where you've already been. Open up the trail and stop getting older..

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      No more getting older! although we have been having fun with our time here!

  • @DizzyDad
    @DizzyDad ปีที่แล้ว

    Wait! Don't marry him yet! I could flutter your heart twice as high, if given the chance. All the worries of the world do not await us. The limitless potential of oneself is dictated by none other than oneself

  • @YongsungKim
    @YongsungKim ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched all the episodes. You guys are so lovely.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahh thank you so much!! we had so much fun making this series.

  • @jessofthewest9476
    @jessofthewest9476 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually not fake, legitimately settled by the Danish in the 1800s.

  • @ulisirius9027
    @ulisirius9027 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good news: Putin wants to abolish visa-duty for foreign tourists.

  • @scottnelson8461
    @scottnelson8461 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on your move and new house! Thanks for sharing your adventures with us. You two make great videos. Keep up the great work. God bless.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! We are working on a few more fun ones that we can't wait to share with you!

  • @lauraroserudich
    @lauraroserudich ปีที่แล้ว

    you two are the cuuutest 💙🌲thanks for documenting your trip so beautifully! that’s a whole other accomplishment on top of the hike

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much!! It was an effort to try and balance the hike and filming but we had the best time of our life from start to finish!

  • @nickhikesinthewoods6150
    @nickhikesinthewoods6150 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video guys I just found yall browsing TH-cam for backpacking videos happy trails

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much!! we hope you like the rest of the JMT series! Our new stuff will be up in the PNW 😉

    • @nickhikesinthewoods6150
      @nickhikesinthewoods6150 ปีที่แล้ว

      I been watching it's great so beautiful out there

  • @eliseswanson7864
    @eliseswanson7864 ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy for you and Andy! Can’t wait to move into the tiny house. Love, your mom 😂

  • @oscarmolinaoutdooradventur1648
    @oscarmolinaoutdooradventur1648 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤️❤️👍🏼👍🏼

  • @oscarmolinaoutdooradventur1648
    @oscarmolinaoutdooradventur1648 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Archer21344
    @Archer21344 ปีที่แล้ว

    you always make great videos. thank you and congrats on the new home

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw, thank you so much, Ryan!

  • @SonicAndTrippy
    @SonicAndTrippy ปีที่แล้ว

    Ohhhhh my gosh I'm so jealous. We want to move to Oregon so bad. But we are in Texas and have a small farm. Texas is incredibly affordable so trying to find land elsewhere for our farm critters is rough.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh, man, I feel you Lacy! We’d love some land someday - that would be hard to give up, and I can’t imagine how hard to find something comparable in another state! Wishing you the best of luck ❤️

  • @gregponder8332
    @gregponder8332 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it. Congratulations on your new home. Keep on keepin' on!

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Greg! 😄

  • @michaelschafer5493
    @michaelschafer5493 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much. This is the BEST JMT video. I am so excited to begin my through hike next week.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers ปีที่แล้ว

      Have so much fun out there!!

  • @vicmyers431
    @vicmyers431 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats! Thanks for taking all the time on trial to capture your experiences. Hitting the JMT in 2 weeks with my daughter. I cannot wait.

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vic, that’s awesome! Have so much fun, - and if you have any questions before you hit the trail, just let us know! 😀

  • @terrigonzales6661
    @terrigonzales6661 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations! Thank you for sharing this epic adventure with us. Can’t wait to cross this off my bucket list 🤩

    • @BadHikers
      @BadHikers 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much, Terri!! Here’s to crossing the JMT off your bucket list - you’ll have a blast 😄