Every year I find my person. The person whose videos I can’t wait to watch. The videos that I don’t want to end because they’re so enjoyable. The person who’s narration is calming and informative and heartfelt. The person whose videographer skills are seamless with just the right amount of trail view and personal comments. So this year you are my person Jay. See you tomorrow.
Great day Jay! I started watching you on the PCT because of your sense of wonder. People should take lessons from you on how to stay present and really see the universe!
I've watched this hike 100's of times Jay, but your videos are so enjoyable that it's like watching the hike for the first time again. Thankyou for doing such a Great job. I hope your every step is thankful, joyful, and full of good vibes! Shine on!🤙
I've been following you since your AZT videos, and I haven't been able to put a finger on what is so good about your channel until now, Jay. But I think it is because you show what is interesting out on the trail, without any pretense, keeping the experience of hiking central in all the videos. Like the ice crystals under a rock! Pure joy in such a simple moment. Scenic views and dramatic time lapses and cinematic hiking videos that feel like they could be released in IMAX are cool and all, but it ends up feeling very Hollywood to me. I love how simply you portray the trail, and the experiences you have along it. It feels so universal to the experience of any hiker enjoying the outdoors anywhere... super lovely. Thanks, Jay! Looking forward to seeing the rest of your journey.
Thank you, Jay, for bringing calm, peace, joy, & wonder to the day. Your photography is outstanding and love how you are in the moment truly taking in the awe and beauty of the AT. 🙏
Tesnatee/Cowrock is a favorite hike of mine. The hike up Wildcat after Tesnatee is no joke. I love, love love how positive you are. Thank you Jay. Your hiking videos are a favorite. Still catching up to where you are today (2.16)
I cannot tell you how many videos I have watched of the AT, but you have brought something new and different. Thank you for all your hard work producing these great videos. I enjoy every minute.
Opposums are never rabid! An interesting fun fact about them, their metabolism is so slow and their body temp is so low, viruses don't survive well in their bodies. He was just treating you like T-rex in all the movies. If he doesn't move, you can't see him, lol! Awesome video! Thanks for taking us along on your journey.
Hay Jay, your Forester nerd here. How to tell if branches are dead in the winter. Look for sluffing or missing bark, a lack of buds at tips of branches compared to other branch tips on same tree or same nearby species, fungal growths is an indication of rotten wood even if the branch is alive. Also avoid trees with large cavaties. That delicate structures you saw on the tree earlier in the trail were a type of fungus that decomposes dead wood. That tree was so covered, it was probably dead.
I love that you are "in tune" and watching your environment. You've done it Sir -- your 'Possum encounter is rare. -- Possums are very important to a healthy forest ecology. They may have lots of babies (rodent family) but they live relatively short lifespans and do an awesome job of cleaning the woods of harmful decay as scavengers. Don't back it in a corner though...can get mean suddenly. If you are real lucky -- you will have an encounter with a "Boomer" (a mountaineers naming) while in the high mountains of the Park. Very rare. Like a chipmunk but not that species...a true squirrel instead...it won't me shy and will in jumping in low brush instead of high in the trees.
Really love hiking in the early spring and winter when the leaves are off the trees. Seeing the scenery in your video, can't get enough. I'll follow you along. Lived in Johnson City for about 6 years and loved hiking the trail and swimming in the summer. Take my scouts up there every couple of years. We always hike south, meeting trail hikers along the way and the shelters are always exciting. Nothing like see 15 scouts bundled up for the night, like sardines. They always loved going to the general store in Helen after being on the rail for a few days. My favorite hike is Laurel Falls section up near Hampton, TN. Did many exploration trips in that valley over the years. Roan Mountain another favorite. The mountain laural, oh, I heard you mention Franklin, don't miss Cafe Rael. Cash only, great food, watchout for the chocolate cake. Keep up the trail views.
Jay - I'm thoroughly enjoying your AT videos and upto Ep 13 on your PCT vids. During one of your PCT videos you asked your audience what it is you're doing right. I've known you for many years and it's you that you're doing right. Your raw excitement, love of life, pure emotion and sharing that with us is what you're doing right. Keep it up my friend and thank you for sharing your AT experience! -dave
Hi, friend, my husband and I like your videos a lot. Thanks for shining a little spotlight on my very favorite animal, opossums! They’re such good critters! Their body temperature is too low to harbor the rabies virus, so it’s extremely rare for them to be rabid. Snuggle up with one or more in your tent for shared body heat. Kidding, mostly. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk. 😆
Lovin it Jay. The possum, ice formation, bear poop. I have never seen bear poop LOL. I don't comment on every video but know that I watch every single one...
Jay!! Your videos are amazing!! I really like how your personality shines through your beautiful work. I’m getting a super late start, but I’ll watch every one to the end. I look forward to each one. Thank you so much!!
I just discovered your channel, Jay and am really enjoying your videos. I’m housebound because of health issues so this is the way I get to enjoy the beauty of nature. Your obvious delight in the natural world just heightens my own enjoyment. Those icicles were amazing! Thank you for all the time you spent showing the beauty. I used to do wildlife rehabilitation through my city nature center. I’ve taken care of a lot of baby opossums . You think that one you met on the trail was cute - you should see the babies! BTW they don’t get rabies. I’m very much looking forward to continuing to see through your eyes as you travel the trail.
You are so happy and appreciative of your surroundings, it is a joy to watch your videos! 😊 Nothing worse than a miserable AT through hiker! 😭 Love the great video artistry and music. 🍀🍀🍀
AT tip for today...to create your own mini waterfall to fill water bottles; use a rhododendron leaf secured by a rock in the stream...set it where the stream starts to fall a bit and it creates a spout you can get a bottle under.
Lovely, lovely stuff, Jay. I'm back in Chicago doing the old save-for-the-next-hike thing and your videos are certainly helping me keep my mind on the goal.
Wonderful highlights! I hope the adorable opossum eats those nasty ticks. You have to watch out for ticks, even during the winter. The ticks hide from the freezing cold under the leaf litter and can be active above 40F. During the winter you can spot widow makers, dead branches, by looking for branches with missing bark and/or missing twigs. The ice formations, crystals and icicles were amazing. During the winter I still use my Sawyer Squeeze to filter water. I keep it in a mini Ziploc bag in my shirt pocket to keep it from freezing. I definitely like to filter out the tiny crawlies from the water. Thanks for sharing another awesome video!
Jay, Your enthusiasm and appreciation of what's around you is a joy to watch. Not to mention the excellent videography and sound. Your trip will be such fun to follow. Enjoy yourself and safe travels!
To answer your question, if the branch looks like it might break or is broken, that's a dead fall. Most dead trees are ok but be careful of ones that might fall. It takes a lot of experience. Keep up the great work. P.S. those swimming things?, that's why I use a filter, lol
Jay, Amazing inspirational videos... I relish the tranquil moments when you record the curious wonders of nature. Your videos support what the Zhuangzi, an ancient Daoist philosopher, proposed: for us to walk in "vast mountain forest. " Because this human endeavor can "reopen the mind." It "unblocks" the "apertures" through which human beings were at one time receptive to the Way of things so that we may again "wander the Heavenly."
I am simply in awe right now with your photographer's eye, and your abilities as an editor... Please, I'm on my knees right now, PLEASE make sure you finish this thru-hike...
Omg I was really concerned about that opossum! Rabies? You took the words right out of my mouth! I know you remembered that dead skunk! Fortunately this opossum was probably just behaving normally.
Hi Jay I just stumbled over this day 5 video! Your photography is great today I loved the ice 🧊 and of course that cute little possum! I’ve been following you all though out your journey and every video has gotten so must better and so interesting! Soon you will summit. I’m proud of you and Tina! 😊🎈🏕🥾😎🧗♀️💪🇺🇸
Tried 1999, messed up my knee, and can not go for more than 2 to 3 days before I am done. I have lived along the trail for 30 years plus. From Western N.C., Asheville up to Boone and I am up in VA just a few minutes from the A.T., below Peaks Of Otter. I'll keep watching your hike and you are in my part of the A.T. so if you need help, I have people. You can see shoots off the smaller branches that are alive and dead stay are bare. It is a finer detail but if you can get the "Golden Hour" of the sun, it helps. Have fun!
I’ve WONDERED about the energy expenditures on those walk by shots! It really made me wonder when you were going up Blood Mtn! It made me tired just thinking about doing those walk by shots.
I'm enjoying your videos. I appreciate you taking the time to show the working of nature. I especially liked melting beneath the ice covered leaves. Your joy for the trail is evident. Looking forward to many more posts. ENJOY YOURSELF!
Just started watching you and I really am enjoying it so far. Last year I watched Taylor the New Hampshire hiker and this year I'm going to watch you. In this episode you almost made me like possums!
Just before the parking lot with the cars, you had a shot of you coming up the hill between a tree and rock that was just spectacular. You have a great eye.
I am so glad you are enjoying the southern Appalachians, it is a mystical, magical place. I am enjoying and the quality of the video is stellar. Enjoy each step ✌️
Jay, I like your style of taking time to enjoy all of nature. The feathery tree, the ice crystals under the rock. You are showing thing that we never see on other videos. Your excitement is contagious. And the mountain views are SPECTACULAR!! Intriguing icicles! Good campsite. Another excellent video. Thanks for sharing. Blessings and safe hiking.
Hello Jay, enjoying your hike so far. It’s interesting that by starting earlier than the bubble, you are able to video more of the shelters (especially the interiors). My wife and I love your enthusiasm for the little things you encounter each day. Very enjoyable, thanks!
Another great video, Jay. You had me crackin' up when you were referring to those of us who haven't started yet and are getting jealous when watching your videos. That's definitely true for me! LOL I had a possum (Opossum) hiss at me one time and show it's teeth. Scared the crap out of me! hahaha. Really great tip on the little towelette and water cap. Great job all around.
Great content! Dude, be sure to remember Mark Lopez when you get to Maine. Goes by the trail name Batman. He’s a subscriber and has commented on several of your videos. I thru hiked last year and that guy was an unbelievable asset to my tramily and myself. Went way above and beyond.
That Possum was just being a Possum. I like to see them on hikes since they really enjoy eating Ticks. On one trip I had one around camp all night. As far as the Possum was concerned I apparently had my hammock hung in it's living room.
Jay so nice to see your smiles and enjoyment of the fresh air, sunshine and the gifts of nature. Possums are creepy but so good for tick control. Surprised he didn’t bear his sharp teeth and hiss at you. Cool ice features.
You are going to be about 26 days ahead of me, so I guess I will never catch up to you. But keep the vlogs coming so us NOBO's can have something to watch while we are in the woods. Good luck!
Enjoying your channel: Brings back memories! 1st. You set your tent up on the dirt next to fire ring? Cold, hard and if it rains your tent will get covered in black ash! Setup on leaves, warmer, softer and no dirt if it rains. 2nd. If you read chemical treatment drops they work in 10 min at 70 degrees, 8hr at 40 degrees. The water in Georgia is also full of fine mica just look at it in sunlight it sparkles. Not to good for you it’s like micro razor blades. Carry-on the AT is a great hike!
Looks like I stumbled on your videos for this years thru hike. I’ll be watching. But also my son and I are supposed to section hike the beginning March 4-7th. It will be our first time. Love your videos
For dead branches in the winter you can look for the really tiny kindling type sticks/stems since those will be the first to dry and break off in wind/snow. So if they are still there the branch they are on is probably still alive!
Hey Jay! I love those eggs. I call those eggs in purgatory. Totally one of my favs! Sorry your phone is glitching. That must be hard. I hope you know the production quality is so great, and the content is simply amazing. Wow is right man! Today’s trail section and views were so beautiful! It totally makes me want to be there! Great shots of that ice. I love taking macro photography of the hidden little worlds you find in the nooks and crannies of the forest. Oddly, it takes me back to when I was a kid and watching the Smurfs. Using a scoop for water is such a PITA. I just don’t have the patience I think. One tip we learned at Philmont: when using drops or tablets, turn your bottle upside down and twist the cap a little to purify the threads and cap. You lose a tiny bit of water but you know your germ and bug free! 😂 Why isn’t the possum moving? Oh yeah it’s playing possum. That was gold. It is so hard to know what’s a widow maker and what’s not. You just gotta make your best guess. Altaplex looks great, I’m excited to see what you think of it, I’m on the fence about grabbing it. Thank you so much for another crazy long and amazing video! You are so kind to give us so much content to enjoy. Simply awesome. 🙏 Thanks for bringing us along today. I hope tomorrow’s miles are kind. Keep truckin’ and be well. -Grateful
Love your attitude. I enjoy watching your journey. I live near the GSMNP and have hiked short parts of the AT. I'm living vicariously through your videos. 😂 At 71, I doubt I will be attempting to hike the entire AT. Wish I had known about it when I was younger. Praying you have a safe journey and great hiking to the end at Kahtadin! I'll be "virtually" hiking with you. ❤🙏😊
Next time you are in town or go by a garbage can, look for a 0.5 liter water bottle. Cut off the bottom 2-3 inches and you have a perfect (and very light) scoop. Also, watch for ice formations on the ground that look like a honeycomb. They are also very interesting.
Every year I find my person. The person whose videos I can’t wait to watch. The videos that I don’t want to end because they’re so enjoyable. The person who’s narration is calming and informative and heartfelt. The person whose videographer skills are seamless with just the right amount of trail view and personal comments. So this year you are my person Jay. See you tomorrow.
Great day Jay! I started watching you on the PCT because of your sense of wonder. People should take lessons from you on how to stay present and really see the universe!
Jays comments shows exactly how a happy person loves life and appreciates beeing in the moment! 👌
Reminds me of Not Today Andrew. Great attitude!
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I've watched this hike 100's of times Jay, but your videos are so enjoyable that it's like watching the hike for the first time again. Thankyou for doing such a Great job. I hope your every step is thankful, joyful, and full of good vibes! Shine on!🤙
I've been following you since your AZT videos, and I haven't been able to put a finger on what is so good about your channel until now, Jay. But I think it is because you show what is interesting out on the trail, without any pretense, keeping the experience of hiking central in all the videos. Like the ice crystals under a rock! Pure joy in such a simple moment. Scenic views and dramatic time lapses and cinematic hiking videos that feel like they could be released in IMAX are cool and all, but it ends up feeling very Hollywood to me. I love how simply you portray the trail, and the experiences you have along it. It feels so universal to the experience of any hiker enjoying the outdoors anywhere... super lovely. Thanks, Jay! Looking forward to seeing the rest of your journey.
Thank you, Jay, for bringing calm, peace, joy, & wonder to the day. Your photography is outstanding and love how you are in the moment truly taking in the awe and beauty of the AT. 🙏
Tesnatee/Cowrock is a favorite hike of mine. The hike up Wildcat after Tesnatee is no joke. I love, love love how positive you are. Thank you Jay. Your hiking videos are a favorite. Still catching up to where you are today (2.16)
Brave man sleeping close to the fire ring. All of a sudden someone will show up and have a big fire burning a million holes in your tent :)
I cannot tell you how many videos I have watched of the AT, but you have brought something new and different. Thank you for all your hard work producing these great videos. I enjoy every minute.
Your positivity and genuine appreciation for the natural world is so inspiring! Keep up the great content and continued good luck on your journey!
Opposums are never rabid! An interesting fun fact about them, their metabolism is so slow and their body temp is so low, viruses don't survive well in their bodies. He was just treating you like T-rex in all the movies. If he doesn't move, you can't see him, lol! Awesome video! Thanks for taking us along on your journey.
Hay Jay, your Forester nerd here. How to tell if branches are dead in the winter. Look for sluffing or missing bark, a lack of buds at tips of branches compared to other branch tips on same tree or same nearby species, fungal growths is an indication of rotten wood even if the branch is alive. Also avoid trees with large cavaties.
That delicate structures you saw on the tree earlier in the trail were a type of fungus that decomposes dead wood. That tree was so covered, it was probably dead.
I love that you are "in tune" and watching your environment. You've done it Sir -- your 'Possum encounter is rare. -- Possums are very important to a healthy forest ecology. They may have lots of babies (rodent family) but they live relatively short lifespans and do an awesome job of cleaning the woods of harmful decay as scavengers. Don't back it in a corner though...can get mean suddenly.
If you are real lucky -- you will have an encounter with a "Boomer" (a mountaineers naming) while in the high mountains of the Park. Very rare. Like a chipmunk but not that species...a true squirrel instead...it won't me shy and will in jumping in low brush instead of high in the trees.
Really love hiking in the early spring and winter when the leaves are off the trees. Seeing the scenery in your video, can't get enough. I'll follow you along. Lived in Johnson City for about 6 years and loved hiking the trail and swimming in the summer. Take my scouts up there every couple of years. We always hike south, meeting trail hikers along the way and the shelters are always exciting. Nothing like see 15 scouts bundled up for the night, like sardines. They always loved going to the general store in Helen after being on the rail for a few days. My favorite hike is Laurel Falls section up near Hampton, TN. Did many exploration trips in that valley over the years. Roan Mountain another favorite. The mountain laural, oh, I heard you mention Franklin, don't miss Cafe Rael. Cash only, great food, watchout for the chocolate cake. Keep up the trail views.
Jay - I'm thoroughly enjoying your AT videos and upto Ep 13 on your PCT vids. During one of your PCT videos you asked your audience what it is you're doing right. I've known you for many years and it's you that you're doing right. Your raw excitement, love of life, pure emotion and sharing that with us is what you're doing right. Keep it up my friend and thank you for sharing your AT experience! -dave
Hi, friend, my husband and I like your videos a lot. Thanks for shining a little spotlight on my very favorite animal, opossums! They’re such good critters! Their body temperature is too low to harbor the rabies virus, so it’s extremely rare for them to be rabid. Snuggle up with one or more in your tent for shared body heat. Kidding, mostly. Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk. 😆
Lovin it Jay. The possum, ice formation, bear poop. I have never seen bear poop LOL. I don't comment on every video but know that I watch every single one...
Jay!! Your videos are amazing!! I really like how your personality shines through your beautiful work. I’m getting a super late start, but I’ll watch every one to the end.
I look forward to each one. Thank you so much!!
"floaty things" Yum! Extra protein with each gulp !
Sometimes you don't realize you're hungry when hiking. My telltale sign is I start tripping over rocks and roots. You are doing so great!
There’s something poetic the way you describe things!
I just discovered your channel, Jay and am really enjoying your videos. I’m housebound because of health issues so this is the way I get to enjoy the beauty of nature. Your obvious delight in the natural world just heightens my own enjoyment. Those icicles were amazing! Thank you for all the time you spent showing the beauty.
I used to do wildlife rehabilitation through my city nature center. I’ve taken care of a lot of baby opossums . You think that one you met on the trail was cute - you should see the babies! BTW they don’t get rabies.
I’m very much looking forward to continuing to see through your eyes as you travel the trail.
I always appreciate your positivity and sense of wonder.
You are so happy and appreciative of your surroundings, it is a joy to watch your videos! 😊
Nothing worse than a miserable AT through hiker! 😭
Love the great video artistry and music. 🍀🍀🍀
Oh man!! So sooo good!! Might be my favorite vlogger of all time! Beautiful footage and I love your joy! God bless!
AT tip for today...to create your own mini waterfall to fill water bottles; use a rhododendron leaf secured by a rock in the stream...set it where the stream starts to fall a bit and it creates a spout you can get a bottle under.
Yep, seen it done a lot in the vlogs I've seen. So far everything has been running really well due to the snow melt and now recent rain.
Thanks Jay for capturing nature the way you do. The little things can bless you. be careful, and we are rooting for you!!
Enjoy your positivity. It’s a nice way for me to set my mind as I end my day. I hope you don’t lose your will to film!
The way you look at thr world
Love your content. Watching your vids while stuck at my factory job. You’re helping stave off my depression. I dream of hiking this trail someday.
Lovely, lovely stuff, Jay. I'm back in Chicago doing the old save-for-the-next-hike thing and your videos are certainly helping me keep my mind on the goal.
Jay! You rock! You bring in aspects of the trail which are seldom seen. Enjoying your wandering.
Wonderful highlights! I hope the adorable opossum eats those nasty ticks. You have to watch out for ticks, even during the winter. The ticks hide from the freezing cold under the leaf litter and can be active above 40F. During the winter you can spot widow makers, dead branches, by looking for branches with missing bark and/or missing twigs. The ice formations, crystals and icicles were amazing. During the winter I still use my Sawyer Squeeze to filter water. I keep it in a mini Ziploc bag in my shirt pocket to keep it from freezing. I definitely like to filter out the tiny crawlies from the water. Thanks for sharing another awesome video!
Oh my that opossum conjured up memories of the dead skunk in Arizona! Fortunately it was just behaving normally
Jay, Your enthusiasm and appreciation of what's around you is a joy to watch. Not to mention the excellent videography and sound. Your trip will be such fun to follow. Enjoy yourself and safe travels!
Man you're enthusiasm is amazing! Very inspiring, thank you for sharing.
To answer your question, if the branch looks like it might break or is broken, that's a dead fall. Most dead trees are ok but be careful of ones that might fall. It takes a lot of experience. Keep up the great work.
P.S. those swimming things?, that's why I use a filter, lol
I’ve crystals were beautiful thanks for stopping and sharing nature
Jay,
Amazing inspirational videos... I relish the tranquil moments when you record the curious wonders of nature. Your videos support what the Zhuangzi, an ancient Daoist philosopher, proposed: for us to walk in "vast mountain forest. " Because this human endeavor can "reopen the mind." It "unblocks" the "apertures" through which human beings were at one time receptive to the Way of things so that we may again "wander the Heavenly."
Great philosophy and way of looking at the world.
I am simply in awe right now with your photographer's eye, and your abilities as an editor... Please, I'm on my knees right now, PLEASE make sure you finish this thru-hike...
Loved the shots of the ice flowers. You have an eye for beauty and I love your music choices.
You are so positive and appreciative of nature. Beautiful pics. Best of luck. I’m routing for you
Keep on noticing the little things! It's what makes the woods special. Crazy textures on that giant icicle!
Omg I was really concerned about that opossum! Rabies? You took the words right out of my mouth! I know you remembered that dead skunk! Fortunately this opossum was probably just behaving normally.
Hi Jay I just stumbled over this day 5 video! Your photography is great today I loved the ice 🧊 and of course that cute little possum! I’ve been following you all though out your journey and every video has gotten so must better and so interesting! Soon you will summit. I’m proud of you and Tina! 😊🎈🏕🥾😎🧗♀️💪🇺🇸
Hey Thanks you're doing great big guy great video
Oh my gosh I got a shout out! Happy to help you keep your hands dry on trail. 😊
Your sense of nature & music just touches my heart. Please keep filming & sharing with us. This is the only way I will hike the AT!!
Tried 1999, messed up my knee, and can not go for more than 2 to 3 days before I am done. I have lived along the trail for 30 years plus. From Western N.C., Asheville up to Boone and I am up in VA just a few minutes from the A.T., below Peaks Of Otter. I'll keep watching your hike and you are in my part of the A.T. so if you need help, I have people. You can see shoots off the smaller branches that are alive and dead stay are bare. It is a finer detail but if you can get the "Golden Hour" of the sun, it helps. Have fun!
We are so excited and wish we could have left when you did. It looks beautiful. We head out on March 16th. 😊👍
I’ve WONDERED about the energy expenditures on those walk by shots! It really made me wonder when you were going up Blood Mtn! It made me tired just thinking about doing those walk by shots.
I'm enjoying your videos. I appreciate you taking the time to show the working of nature. I especially liked melting beneath the ice covered leaves. Your joy for the trail is evident. Looking forward to many more posts. ENJOY YOURSELF!
Just started watching you and I really am enjoying it so far. Last year I watched Taylor the New Hampshire hiker and this year I'm going to watch you. In this episode you almost made me like possums!
Just before the parking lot with the cars, you had a shot of you coming up the hill between a tree and rock that was just spectacular. You have a great eye.
I am so glad you are enjoying the southern Appalachians, it is a mystical, magical place. I am enjoying and the quality of the video is stellar. Enjoy each step ✌️
Jay, your videos and you are so refreshing.
Great views. Nice to see your channel growing so fast. 👣😎👍☮
Thanks, Jay! You are a great videographer and storyteller! Your AT story is going to be a pleasure to watch.
Stayed with Bonnie and Paul in 2020. They definitely take good care of you and make sure you're well fed! Will be staying with them again this year 👍
That needle ice was really cool indeed.
Jay, I like your style of taking time to enjoy all of nature. The feathery tree, the ice crystals under the rock. You are showing thing that we never see on other videos. Your excitement is contagious. And the mountain views are SPECTACULAR!! Intriguing icicles! Good campsite. Another excellent video. Thanks for sharing. Blessings and safe hiking.
going to miss watching your videos when I begin my hike next month. Semper Fi.
Hello Jay, enjoying your hike so far. It’s interesting that by starting earlier than the bubble, you are able to video more of the shelters (especially the interiors). My wife and I love your enthusiasm for the little things you encounter each day. Very enjoyable, thanks!
So jealous!! I have 59 days until I start my hike. I am just doing a 500 mile LASH but I can’t wait!! So much fun to watch your hike!!
Another great video, Jay. You had me crackin' up when you were referring to those of us who haven't started yet and are getting jealous when watching your videos. That's definitely true for me! LOL I had a possum (Opossum) hiss at me one time and show it's teeth. Scared the crap out of me! hahaha. Really great tip on the little towelette and water cap. Great job all around.
Great content! Dude, be sure to remember Mark Lopez when you get to Maine. Goes by the trail name Batman. He’s a subscriber and has commented on several of your videos. I thru hiked last year and that guy was an unbelievable asset to my tramily and myself. Went way above and beyond.
Poopy poop, ice crystals, a possum…and it’s only Day 5?!?! We’re in for a treat folks… Happy Hiking, Jay!
Edible oyster mushrooms. Usually grow on oak trees. Thin white and delicate.
Jay, I love your excitement over things. Nature does the same thing to me. I get so excited. I hope you enjoy it this much even when you're exhausted.
Now fully addicted to your journey. Look forward to every episode!
Love the music in the background. I am enjoying your Thruhike.
Loving your journey, Jay! Keep safe when you're cranking out those miles.
thanks Jay for taking the time and sharing with us the Nature as you go, watch your every step und am meisten bleib Gesund, Danke
That Possum was just being a Possum. I like to see them on hikes since they really enjoy eating Ticks. On one trip I had one around camp all night. As far as the Possum was concerned I apparently had my hammock hung in it's living room.
Jay so nice to see your smiles and enjoyment of the fresh air, sunshine and the gifts of nature. Possums are creepy but so good for tick control. Surprised he didn’t bear his sharp teeth and hiss at you. Cool ice features.
I'm just likable, that must have been it. 😄
Class Of 1995 here Jay.I wiah you all the best on your thru.I love your videos..Keep up the good work and thank you!
Beautiful!! Those ice crystals were so cool! Your appreciation for everything is so much fun to watch. Thank you for sharing your day!
Wow that is a huge ice sickle
Another fantastic video today…you’ve quickly become my favorite vlogger this season. So we’ll done!
Your videos are fantastic. You could skip the walk bys and I wouldn't miss them at all. Keep the videos coming!
Couldn’t agree more.
Looks like you are getting great hiking weather!
You are going to be about 26 days ahead of me, so I guess I will never catch up to you. But keep the vlogs coming so us NOBO's can have something to watch while we are in the woods. Good luck!
I dunno Jay, some people might think Poopy Poop would be a good trail name. 😄
Enjoying your channel: Brings back memories!
1st. You set your tent up on the dirt next to fire ring? Cold, hard and if it rains your tent will get covered in black ash! Setup on leaves, warmer, softer and no dirt if it rains.
2nd. If you read chemical treatment drops they work in 10 min at 70 degrees, 8hr at 40 degrees. The water in Georgia is also full of fine mica just look at it in sunlight it sparkles. Not to good for you it’s like micro razor blades.
Carry-on the AT is a great hike!
Awesome beautiful fantastic amazing outstanding vlogging hiking and scenery all the very best.
Looks like I stumbled on your videos for this years thru hike. I’ll be watching. But also my son and I are supposed to section hike the beginning March 4-7th. It will be our first time. Love your videos
For dead branches in the winter you can look for the really tiny kindling type sticks/stems since those will be the first to dry and break off in wind/snow. So if they are still there the branch they are on is probably still alive!
Glad I found you on day 37. Watching your Georgia hike now. Day 6 next plus your next Pennsylvania vlog.
Will be joining u, others and the trail February 21. Great video
That was a fun one, Jay. If you see a skunk or a porcupine - do not approach. They have range. Great photography!
This was a very good day. Thanks for sharing it.
Love that you kept the sound for the icicle shots. Hearing the dripping made it feel like you were right there!
I'm using a stereo microphone as well. Listen to it again with headphones to really appreciate the sound.
You're excitement is infectious. I just got some shots in my knees so I can hike and garden this year too. Hike some for me today please.
Hey Jay! I love those eggs. I call those eggs in purgatory. Totally one of my favs! Sorry your phone is glitching. That must be hard. I hope you know the production quality is so great, and the content is simply amazing. Wow is right man! Today’s trail section and views were so beautiful! It totally makes me want to be there! Great shots of that ice. I love taking macro photography of the hidden little worlds you find in the nooks and crannies of the forest. Oddly, it takes me back to when I was a kid and watching the Smurfs. Using a scoop for water is such a PITA. I just don’t have the patience I think. One tip we learned at Philmont: when using drops or tablets, turn your bottle upside down and twist the cap a little to purify the threads and cap. You lose a tiny bit of water but you know your germ and bug free! 😂 Why isn’t the possum moving? Oh yeah it’s playing possum. That was gold. It is so hard to know what’s a widow maker and what’s not. You just gotta make your best guess. Altaplex looks great, I’m excited to see what you think of it, I’m on the fence about grabbing it. Thank you so much for another crazy long and amazing video! You are so kind to give us so much content to enjoy. Simply awesome. 🙏 Thanks for bringing us along today. I hope tomorrow’s miles are kind. Keep truckin’ and be well.
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Love your attitude. I enjoy watching your journey. I live near the GSMNP and have hiked short parts of the AT. I'm living vicariously through your videos. 😂 At 71, I doubt I will be attempting to hike the entire AT. Wish I had known about it when I was younger. Praying you have a safe journey and great hiking to the end at Kahtadin! I'll be "virtually" hiking with you. ❤🙏😊
Next time you are in town or go by a garbage can, look for a 0.5 liter water bottle. Cut off the bottom 2-3 inches and you have a perfect (and very light) scoop. Also, watch for ice formations on the ground that look like a honeycomb. They are also very interesting.
Wow the giant icicles are amazing - ice never seen anything like - or like the crystals underneath the rock! And the cute opossum - what a day!
Haha guess it’s just what you mentioned in the Top 3 😅
Super vid Jay! 🖖
You have some of the best quality videos I have seen! Thanks for sharing😁
Is Marty rocking a tactical kilt? Love that! And love your endeavor so far Jay, it's been a joy to hike vicariously with you