Thanks so much for posting your videos. My wife and I visited Ireland for the first time two weeks ago and we were blessed with a weather window on the day we were planning to hike Croagh Patrick. The rain stopped when we got to the parking lot and the peak was obscured in clouds. When we reached the peak the clouds cleared up so we could see the incredible views as we prayed for our family and friends. The winds picked up on the way down and the rain started as we reached our car. Our entire trip was a blessing.
I am sad now that it is over as i loved following your journey and even watched some of the days twice. Super impressed with your bravery and the great vids you have brought us to cheer people up. You are a pure inspiration m8.
Thank you Derek. This is truly BEAUTIFUL A hard old slog in this weather I'm PRAYING for you. You definitely are a WONDERFUL human being. I'm so grateful to you Thank you ❤ 🙏💚
dear Derek....what a meditativ walk...but I think thats good,because otherwise all the people were there...................Blessings and Greetings from Daggy,Kiel,Germany☘☘☘
Derek is this the finale? Hope not! I look forward to your daily updates/words of wisdom/smiling face/head good… if it is please don’t leave it so long for more- all the best to you keep doing what you do💪🏾🇮🇪
I climbed it last year. it was much tougher than I thought. beautiful view of Clew Bay, Home of Grace O Malley.....Fun Fact Croagh Patrick Has Millions worth of gold in its geology that was never exploited because of its historical, mythological and tourist value. A rare forward thinking approach by the powers that be...
Anybody anyone hiking in March and April? I will be in Ireland God willing according to the plans I made. This will mean the world to me.... I lost my Mom 3 years ago... Heaven gained a beautiful soul.... and this trip to Ireland is all about my Mom and my Irish Heritage... Its a need I need.... cleansing and spiritual... I think I will journal about it and learn and grow... I know me Mom is with me... and I cant turn back now I already bought my plane ticket and each and every day I get closer and closer to going .... I pray I meet other great people doing the same thing... totally sprirual for me.... Erin Go Bragh🍀
What a slog, reminded me of a time I pushed myself out the door & climbed Scarr in the lashing rain. I didn't have the amazing view you had from Croagh Patrick. Well done Derek & thanks for the videos. Hope you're surviving ok in this weather of late. 🙏🌲
Good thick trousers & hiking boots would be the thing for that terrain. A cracking view off Cr Patrick. West Port is a lovely spot. Maybe you'll stay until this storm has passed. 💚
At least you got to see a patch of blue sky when you were at the top. A couple of times (in better weather) I've said I'd like to climb it, but others in our party thought we had to move on. Didn't get close to it this year, and I'm not sure when our next trip to Ireland will be. It was good to see how it went for you.
Fair play Derek. Tough day from the bog underfoot to the hail in the skies. Those shots from the top of Croagh Patrick were magical, and I hope a just reward for your soul to book-end your day (well, nearly). Would love to learn more about your spirituality. That shot of you kneeling in prayer was very powerful. Not sure why. I guess so many people creating this genre of outdoor content seem very detached from any spirituality - or a least not that they are prepared to share or disclose. In a World where so many seem lost or are looking to find something or even themselves, that you hold your spirituality so close is curious and inspiring in equal measure. Take care Derek. Enjoy Westport - Love the town. Something tells me it might even be more enjoyable off-peak when there are fewer people about.
Thank you. I have always wanted my videos to be open to interpretation or to be a spark that might lead somebody on a spiritual journey of their own. I believe walking, camping and spending time in nature is just a way to remove distractions and find a way back to your true home - that last part I mention is the real journey 🙏
Derek, I dontknow if you will see this post because this a older video. But Iam thinking your on the AT at this time. When are you going to choose to share your wisdom with your brothers childetn and other family who may be interested. Just a thought 😊❤
Lovely music derek. Well done in the rain and wind and making it up
Thanks so much for posting your videos. My wife and I visited Ireland for the first time two weeks ago and we were blessed with a weather window on the day we were planning to hike Croagh Patrick. The rain stopped when we got to the parking lot and the peak was obscured in clouds. When we reached the peak the clouds cleared up so we could see the incredible views as we prayed for our family and friends. The winds picked up on the way down and the rain started as we reached our car. Our entire trip was a blessing.
My heart filled with tears of joy…Ireland is still a land of saints and scholars…well done good and faithful servant
I am sad now that it is over as i loved following your journey and even watched some of the days twice. Super impressed with your bravery and the great vids you have brought us to cheer people up. You are a pure inspiration m8.
Thank you Derek.
This is truly BEAUTIFUL
A hard old slog in this weather
I'm PRAYING for you.
You definitely are a WONDERFUL human being.
I'm so grateful to you
Thank you ❤ 🙏💚
Amen
Thank you for braving those conditions to show us these beautiful landscapes. Keep on with it. Wynoma, Cape Town, South Africa
Day 40!!!!! Some man Derek. Well done and thank you
I am so happy right now, I thought this was going to be the end of your journey and I am so happy to be wrong. Fair play Derek, loving the videos 🙌
dear Derek....what a meditativ walk...but I think thats good,because otherwise all the people were there...................Blessings and Greetings from Daggy,Kiel,Germany☘☘☘
I blessed myself along with you. Forty days, forty nights and day forty ! Thanks for taking us along on your journey!
Absolutely amazing Derek, very touching. You are just brilliant, thank you for it all. Be careful xx
Beautiful video, Derek! What a stoic and amazing soul you are! ❤
Climbing Crough Patrick in that weather..champion..you must be really looking forward to your trip to Africa in Jan/Feb now.
Its deadly to see you out at this time of year, the light and colours are magic
What a beautiful world 🌍
Thanks Derek, I love this really cheered me up pal
Brilliant and the good old croagh patrick hail stones to batter the jaws of ya😂😂
Derek is this the finale? Hope not! I look forward to your daily updates/words of wisdom/smiling face/head good… if it is please don’t leave it so long for more- all the best to you keep doing what you do💪🏾🇮🇪
God Bless you 🙏❤
I climbed it last year. it was much tougher than I thought. beautiful view of Clew Bay, Home of Grace O Malley.....Fun Fact Croagh Patrick Has Millions worth of gold in its geology that was never exploited because of its historical, mythological and tourist value. A rare forward thinking approach by the powers that be...
you always bring life and the moment into focus
Love this really thank you 😊
Anybody anyone hiking in March and April? I will be in Ireland God willing according to the plans I made. This will mean the world to me.... I lost my Mom 3 years ago... Heaven gained a beautiful soul.... and this trip to Ireland is all about my Mom and my Irish Heritage... Its a need I need.... cleansing and spiritual... I think I will journal about it and learn and grow... I know me Mom is with me... and I cant turn back now I already bought my plane ticket and each and every day I get closer and closer to going .... I pray I meet other great people doing the same thing... totally sprirual for me.... Erin Go Bragh🍀
You’re inspiring, Derek.
What a slog, reminded me of a time I pushed myself out the door & climbed Scarr in the lashing rain. I didn't have the amazing view you had from Croagh Patrick. Well done Derek & thanks for the videos. Hope you're surviving ok in this weather of late. 🙏🌲
Good thick trousers & hiking boots would be the thing for that terrain. A cracking view off Cr Patrick. West Port is a lovely spot. Maybe you'll stay until this storm has passed. 💚
Love to be doing the journey right now,fair play Derek
Fair play to ya some great shots of Clew bay.Saint Patrick would be proud 🤣☘🫡
Marvelous, Derek, a great walk entirely! You have outdone yourself.🥾🥾
Looked like the whole world belonged to you when you were on the top dereck god bless
Magnificent
I am going to do the 'present moment' thing and I'm only doing laundry. Good tip. (Laundry tho)
Well you made that look easy.
Amazing
Beautiful, thank you Derek ❤
At least you got to see a patch of blue sky when you were at the top. A couple of times (in better weather) I've said I'd like to climb it, but others in our party thought we had to move on. Didn't get close to it this year, and I'm not sure when our next trip to Ireland will be. It was good to see how it went for you.
Beautiful spot what a view 😍
Brilliant video. Brings back memories.
Fair play Derek. Tough day from the bog underfoot to the hail in the skies. Those shots from the top of Croagh Patrick were magical, and I hope a just reward for your soul to book-end your day (well, nearly). Would love to learn more about your spirituality. That shot of you kneeling in prayer was very powerful. Not sure why. I guess so many people creating this genre of outdoor content seem very detached from any spirituality - or a least not that they are prepared to share or disclose. In a World where so many seem lost or are looking to find something or even themselves, that you hold your spirituality so close is curious and inspiring in equal measure. Take care Derek. Enjoy Westport - Love the town. Something tells me it might even be more enjoyable off-peak when there are fewer people about.
Thank you. I have always wanted my videos to be open to interpretation or to be a spark that might lead somebody on a spiritual journey of their own. I believe walking, camping and spending time in nature is just a way to remove distractions and find a way back to your true home - that last part I mention is the real journey 🙏
nice
Did you wash your feet in the stream at the bottom. Maybe, it was too cold 🥶
😊😊😊
Derek, I dontknow if you will see this post because this a older video. But Iam thinking your on the AT at this time. When are you going to choose to share your wisdom with your brothers childetn and other family who may be interested. Just a thought 😊❤
I asked my wife to marry me on the top of Crough Patrick back in 2001. So far So good! Great views of Clew Bay!
The old pilgrims used to do that barefoot!
Boom 💥 first 😬😊
Boom 2nd🤯