Hey kiddos, I hope this serves as somewhat of a time capsule for past, present and future thru hikers. Would love if anyone has their own advice for those who have thru hiked and found ways to transition back to "normal life" to share things that have worked for them. Also yes... it's been a minute :')
I thru hiked the A.T in 2022 and I decided not to go back to what others would consider "normal" life. I choose to be a nomad and have less material possessions in life and focus more on freedom. No regrets!
Fun seeing some familiar faces! Returning from trail is always tough. Each time has had its unique challenges, but there are a few things I have consistently found helpful. Probably the biggest thing for me is to keep in touch with trail friends. The physical distance can make it difficult, but the effort is absolutely worth it. Move your body as much as possible and make an effort to spend time outside. Spend some time writing about the things you've learned from time on trail, the ways you've grown, and the person you hope to be as a result. It's OK to not have it all figured out even though the world makes you think otherwise. Ultimately, people experience and navigate the transition to "normal life" differently, but I think some combination of community and goal setting go a long way.
Very touching…… especially the comment from the gentleman who mentioned being 50 and realizing what they could have done with their life. I am 49 now and only discovered in 2019 my passion. Thank you so much for your kind words and documentation from the wonderful hiker community of doing this video and sharing so many words of encouragement from the threw hikers as well you yourself too. Hope to see you soon on another epic adventure 👣👣👣❤️🌲🌲
This summer I did a 1000km bike trip across the Alps. For some people it´s not a big deal, but for me it was. I came back feeling like I could do anything from now on. But in the last few weeks at home I´ve lost that feeling again. Thank you for reminding me with this video!
OH MY GOD How did I not run into you?!?! Holy shit I must have been off trail digging a cathole to not have seen you. I know so many people in this video. This is so special. Thank you for sharing it I'm so emotionaaaaaal 🥲
EYES ARE WATERING. My first thru-hike was back in 2016. Seeing all these faces, though I've never met any of them they all seem so familiar to me, it's almost like thru-hikers share this collective spirit. Years will go by, I'll keep getting older but it makes my heart so happy to think that while my journey may be over there are so many souls who have yet to begin - friendships to be made, stories to unfold...what a beautiful life.
Absolutely loved the video. Another gem! 💎 I currently only have one big dream, and it is to start the TA, my first ever thru hike, in two years time, and finish it for my 30th birthday at the end of Feb. I did small sections of it when I lived in NZ, the country where I dream to live once more, and it was magical ❤ Dream big folks and do more of what you love 🥰
Great video, I'm glad you were able to come out and document some of the class of 2024, visit the trail again and do trail magic! I was further south in Oregon around Crater Lake and didn't come up for trail days. It's amazing to me the variety of people who were out on the PCT hiking from all over who end up experiencing so many of the same emotions on and after trail (it makes me feel slightly better not quite knowing the direction to move forward as I wallow through my own post-trail transition). I can't say I have solid advice at this point for the post-trail transition, though it has been beneficial to stay in some contact with friends from trail. I think the hardest part to replicate and bring forward from trail to normal life is the community aspect of trail. It's easy to achieve a degree of feeling like you have connection through social media, etc. but it is a poor imitation of the sort of genuine community and simplicity of life most experience on trail. Cheers, "Blackout"
I finished a SOBO thru-hike of the PCT last year. Quit my job and ended the lease on my apartment beforehand, so I had a really fresh, new chapter after the PCT: moved to a new state, bought my first house, continued living slowly. I am so glad I didn't return to my old job, regardless of how fond I was of it. You can't go back to your old life afterward because your new perspective is so different. So I guess my recommendation is to start the next new thing after your thru-hike.
I wish I had known you were at PCT Days this year! I would have loved to meet you in person! Your PCT thruhike vlogs are my favorite of all the ones on here. I successfully thruhiked the PCT this year and attended the festival. It's cool to see so many hikers that I know from the trail in this video. The PCT is my second long thruhike. So the post trail adjusted isn't so bad this time. I knew it was coming. Spending time outside makes me feel good anytime.
What a great video! Thank you for sharing! So much fun seeing a few hikers I met over the summer, where I live in Packwood, WA! This will be great for the Class of 2025 to watch! #pct2025
Love your work. It gives us armchair hikers to get a delightful taste of the trail. There are two Marmots in the work, one at 7:50 and another at 9:00. Are there two people with the same trail name?
So many responses are wise beyond their years. Granted, it could be the editing, which is always top-notch,.. but their responses give food for thought.. we should all spend a little more time with nature.
@HeyJettRink i believe they sold data to Google. But, honestly people blow it out of proportion it was just numbers not our personal messages and conversations.
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Hey kiddos, I hope this serves as somewhat of a time capsule for past, present and future thru hikers. Would love if anyone has their own advice for those who have thru hiked and found ways to transition back to "normal life" to share things that have worked for them. Also yes... it's been a minute :')
I thru hiked the A.T in 2022 and I decided not to go back to what others would consider "normal" life. I choose to be a nomad and have less material possessions in life and focus more on freedom. No regrets!
Fun seeing some familiar faces! Returning from trail is always tough. Each time has had its unique challenges, but there are a few things I have consistently found helpful. Probably the biggest thing for me is to keep in touch with trail friends. The physical distance can make it difficult, but the effort is absolutely worth it. Move your body as much as possible and make an effort to spend time outside. Spend some time writing about the things you've learned from time on trail, the ways you've grown, and the person you hope to be as a result. It's OK to not have it all figured out even though the world makes you think otherwise. Ultimately, people experience and navigate the transition to "normal life" differently, but I think some combination of community and goal setting go a long way.
Very touching…… especially the comment from the gentleman who mentioned being 50 and realizing what they could have done with their life.
I am 49 now and only discovered in 2019 my passion.
Thank you so much for your kind words and documentation from the wonderful hiker community of doing this video and sharing so many words of encouragement from the threw hikers as well you yourself too.
Hope to see you soon on another epic adventure 👣👣👣❤️🌲🌲
This summer I did a 1000km bike trip across the Alps. For some people it´s not a big deal, but for me it was. I came back feeling like I could do anything from now on. But in the last few weeks at home I´ve lost that feeling again. Thank you for reminding me with this video!
OH MY GOD How did I not run into you?!?! Holy shit I must have been off trail digging a cathole to not have seen you. I know so many people in this video. This is so special. Thank you for sharing it I'm so emotionaaaaaal 🥲
EYES ARE WATERING. My first thru-hike was back in 2016. Seeing all these faces, though I've never met any of them they all seem so familiar to me, it's almost like thru-hikers share this collective spirit. Years will go by, I'll keep getting older but it makes my heart so happy to think that while my journey may be over there are so many souls who have yet to begin - friendships to be made, stories to unfold...what a beautiful life.
Yes, absolutely agree with this.
Absolutely loved the video. Another gem! 💎 I currently only have one big dream, and it is to start the TA, my first ever thru hike, in two years time, and finish it for my 30th birthday at the end of Feb. I did small sections of it when I lived in NZ, the country where I dream to live once more, and it was magical ❤ Dream big folks and do more of what you love 🥰
Road runner is great! I'm glad you got to interview him on his SoBo hike!
Nice to see you again, Elina! I always love your videos and can't wait to see what else you're up to here in the states... :)
Thank you NZ girl, for another beautiful spirit catching film.
I enjoy your perspective regarding the trail. Your videos tell a wonderful story. Thanks!
oh wow... I got so excited to see you have a new video!! Loved it. I hope you are doing ok and wish you all the best!
Great video, I'm glad you were able to come out and document some of the class of 2024, visit the trail again and do trail magic! I was further south in Oregon around Crater Lake and didn't come up for trail days. It's amazing to me the variety of people who were out on the PCT hiking from all over who end up experiencing so many of the same emotions on and after trail (it makes me feel slightly better not quite knowing the direction to move forward as I wallow through my own post-trail transition).
I can't say I have solid advice at this point for the post-trail transition, though it has been beneficial to stay in some contact with friends from trail. I think the hardest part to replicate and bring forward from trail to normal life is the community aspect of trail. It's easy to achieve a degree of feeling like you have connection through social media, etc. but it is a poor imitation of the sort of genuine community and simplicity of life most experience on trail.
Cheers, "Blackout"
That was great, Tip Tap. Quite timely for me. Thanks.
I finished a SOBO thru-hike of the PCT last year. Quit my job and ended the lease on my apartment beforehand, so I had a really fresh, new chapter after the PCT: moved to a new state, bought my first house, continued living slowly. I am so glad I didn't return to my old job, regardless of how fond I was of it. You can't go back to your old life afterward because your new perspective is so different. So I guess my recommendation is to start the next new thing after your thru-hike.
Compelling and so well put together. Thank you Elina.
I wish I had known you were at PCT Days this year! I would have loved to meet you in person! Your PCT thruhike vlogs are my favorite of all the ones on here. I successfully thruhiked the PCT this year and attended the festival. It's cool to see so many hikers that I know from the trail in this video. The PCT is my second long thruhike. So the post trail adjusted isn't so bad this time. I knew it was coming. Spending time outside makes me feel good anytime.
These are excellent interviews
What a great video! Thank you for sharing! So much fun seeing a few hikers I met over the summer, where I live in Packwood, WA! This will be great for the Class of 2025 to watch! #pct2025
Hell yeah this was awesome!!
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(P.S.: When will Part 2 of 'The Blob 5 years later' be released? 🤔🤗🚀)
This video is amazing. I want to hike the PCT now :D
This made my day
Great work again!
Love your work. It gives us armchair hikers to get a delightful taste of the trail. There are two Marmots in the work, one at 7:50 and another at 9:00. Are there two people with the same trail name?
So many responses are wise beyond their years. Granted, it could be the editing, which is always top-notch,.. but their responses give food for thought.. we should all spend a little more time with nature.
I should have been warned not to watch this while starving. 😭
8:27 25 miles = 40.2 km. Just doing my work. Cheers!
I really like your content, but can’t support anyone who is sponsored by BetterHelp.
Huh? What’s the story?
@HeyJettRink i believe they sold data to Google. But, honestly people blow it out of proportion it was just numbers not our personal messages and conversations.
@@HeyJettRink FTC fined BetterHelp $7.8 million for misusing client information, selling it to third parties, including Facebook.
BetterHelp also has a history of overbilling patients and making it hard for them to cancel their contracts. You can google ‘BetterHelp controversy’ for more info.