My two coldest nights on the trail were 17° at Hawk MT in April and 21° on Mt Washington in AUGUST. One of the hardest things I’ve ever had to convince myself to do…get up out of my bag and jam my feet into frozen boots that I couldn’t lace until they thawed….You’re doing awesome! You are one of the most adept and “real” hikers that I’ve seen start this yr…your videos are a pleasure! Thanks for taking us along.
U really have inspired me to look into winter bp, great videos, this was the 2nd shelter I stayed in April 2019, I was in such a huge bubble, that I ended sleeping on the picnic table there, and there was hardly any tent spots, met some really cool people!!! Thanks for sharing Jay, ur one my favorite vloggers in 2022.
I had my kids out year before last near Siler Bald when this middle aged woman from Alabama came up as one of my kids was cutting up Spam and putting it in ramen. She said with a deep accent “ You mean they still make Spam?” We laughed a lot about the way she said it. The kids were so happy to get to the water that day. Good luck
SUBSCRIBED!!! No Hawk, Quicksand, or Happy this year. But you are definitely filling the void!!! Your photography and videography are stellar. And thoroughly enjoying your style and choice of music. Keep up the exceptional work. Watching AT hiker vids is my C19 therapy, so I'll be awaiting your therapy bill in my mailbox...🙂. I and many others are rooting for you on your journey. Will be looking forward to you kissing that plaque on Katahdin!!! You might want to put a napkin over it first...haha! Hike on and be safe my friend. And YES I do want to be out there! KUDOS Sir!!!
Awesome video Jay! Being from Michigan I honestly think there is no better hiking than through the woods on a fresh layer of snow while the snowflakes are still falling on a sunny day, you captured it absolutely stunningly -- especially that shot walking across the bridge at 4:01 I'll be joining you soon, but not starting till end of March so I highly doubt I'll catch up. Safe travels my friend!
Magical! You got beautiful video of the morning snow. The slow-motion of Long Creek Falls was awesome. The snow flake closeup rocked. It would be awesome to get a macro photo of one of those beautiful snowflakes. Despite your battery issues with the cold you got awesome footage. Those mice hit your bear bag hard, yikes! Thank God the mice did not get into your food. Very fun video. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. For me its a toss up. Go early and enjoy the solitude and scenery but then endure the cold and what goes with it. Or go later and deal with the masses. Liking the snow.
Different vegetation where you see snow and don't see snow. Camped on Mt. Greylock (on the trail in MA) in late February. Your temps are cold but gets a lot colder. Have a great day!
Again Jay with the great photography. The sunlight with the snowflakes..great job. I like the little tips like putting the food between the legs or under the armpits to warm your blood. Stay warm. Semper Fi!! Onward!!
personally, i would have started mid march but i admire your commitment. I am really enjoying your videos. Just spent a few hours watching your stuff. Subscribed with the bell
Those snowflakes closeups and that falls, great photos and videos on this. Lots of water, it's definitely not the desert section of the PCT! Thanks for the share, Jay.
Get a Sawyer filter and a small plastic bag...keep it in a chest pocket or something...best way to filter water when it gets really cold. Sorry you didn't stop at Hickory Flats.
When I winter hike I go handwarmer crazy. I throw in a bag with my electronics, not airtight they have to have oxygen. I have used rubber bands to hold one on my camera just watch out for condinsation. Glad to see you are having a good hike.
My better-half and I are loving your videos Jay. We are watching every one. Starting our thru-hike next year. Using yours to gauge when we should leave Springer based on the weather/temps. Thanks for adding the that in this video. We appreciate that info a lot. Keep ‘em coming and enjoy!
What a cold morning. But beautiful snow. You still have a great attitude. Even with the frozen water. The trail is beautiful. I hope you get to see the laurel and rhododendron in bloom. Blessings and safe hiking
Snowflake reference... "This one's a lil damaged" 🥰 i say.. "aren't we all". Loved it! You think it'd be worth saving fuel and grabbing a sawyer or Katadyn filter in the next town? Just until your out of freezing weather? Could keep it next to your body.. first layer, along with battery bank etc to keep them from freezing/ getting cold. Stay safe and warm. You could also boil that water, put in your bottle at night for the next morning.. throw them in your bag, (one by your feet) to stay warmer and have unfrozen water in the morning. 😁
Hello 👋 Jay, thank you for sharing another chapter of your epic AT adventure. You have a great eye for capturing the beauty of nature. I was amazed that you were able to capture the symmetry of an individual snowflake ❄. Stay safe out there. 🤗
Jay.... you must have spent some time in Hawaii when you were young.... Spam... It's Good.... so gooood! LOL But I grew up with Spam as well, in the '50s n '60s,,,,!
You do such a good job showing the sights while vlogging, and it is no wonder, given how wonderful your still photography looks at the end of an episode! Thanks for sharing your experience
Find a windshield reflector and wrap a piece of it around your water bottles. You can also slip a small heat pack in around the bottle also. Heat packs in your sleeping bag footbox help with warmth for your feet. Use your tent. Shelter floors have a lot of cold air circulating underneath of them. You are doing great!
Good thing you made sure the mice couldn't get in your bag! It's been ridiculously cold here and we have several inches of snow on the ground. I'm about 2.5 hours southwest of Chicago. I don't mind winter hiking but I can't do the icy.
Glad to see you out in the cold jay! i miss camping in the winter. Dring the night if you can.. and if theres no bears around, i sometimes keep my water bottles on me in the bag. Also anyhting battery operated as you mention is a good idea. God bless and enjoy ! Stay warm!
Is it possible to carry all lithium batteries inside your jacket, then pull them out as you need them? Seems water is the same. There are few things less appetizing than drinking 32 degree water, when your core is already cold. For such cold situations, they should design an ultralight vest to be worn under a midlayer/puffy that has pouches for all the batteries and 2 smart water bottles. (and maybe a 4 oz fuel container?)
Your videos are the best, Jay! Thanks for sharing. Have fun. Since you were a “little cold “ the previous night and it was 14.7*, may I ask what was your bag rating? Thanks again.
When you have a frozen smart water bottle the best thing is to heat about half a pot of water, then put the frozen bottle in the hot water until the ice melts. You know what they say. You got to keep them separated.
Yep, I was worried about those batteries with the cold weather and all. Have you tried using those hand warmers to keep them warm?.. may be worth a try for the next week or so. Safe travels Jay.
... was going to make same comment of carrying batteries with a dedicated handwarmer for each night in sub temps and keep in food cozy .. even put that in sleeping bag at night .. ... always been a fan of old school heavy calf length wool socks to sleep in below freezing ,,, and in colder temps add down booties ,, nothing worse than cold/frozen feet ....then add frozen boots ... this is 'FUN' right ?? ..
Wat up brother! You're doing a great job filming everything and putting everything together. I'll be tagging along. I hope to make this journey someday, it's at the top of the bucket list. Keep heading North, you're doing great! 👍 😎💪🥾🥾🏔🏔🏔🏔❄️
Great footage and absolutely great to see you on trail.. Try to stay warm as it looks like it’ll be in the teens or even colder for awhile. Semper fi!!
Bro, pitch your tent when it's that cold. So much warmer inside!!!
Great video! Loved the snow in the sunlight shot!!!
with the lack of people, it's a good reason to carry a free standing tent and pitch it INSIDE the shelter
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Try the tuna packed in oil- won't freeze and more calories. Your body would love to have that oil in the cold!
My two coldest nights on the trail were 17° at Hawk MT in April and 21° on Mt Washington in AUGUST. One of the hardest things I’ve ever had to convince myself to do…get up out of my bag and jam my feet into frozen boots that I couldn’t lace until they thawed….You’re doing awesome! You are one of the most adept and “real” hikers that I’ve seen start this yr…your videos are a pleasure! Thanks for taking us along.
Very nice watching this from the warmth of my sofa ☕. Thanks for showing the shelters.
U really have inspired me to look into winter bp, great videos, this was the 2nd shelter I stayed in April 2019, I was in such a huge bubble, that I ended sleeping on the picnic table there, and there was hardly any tent spots, met some really cool people!!! Thanks for sharing Jay, ur one my favorite vloggers in 2022.
I had my kids out year before last near Siler Bald when this middle aged woman from Alabama came up as one of my kids was cutting up Spam and putting it in ramen. She said with a deep accent “ You mean they still make Spam?” We laughed a lot about the way she said it. The kids were so happy to get to the water that day. Good luck
That snowflake was so clear. I love seeing snowy landscapes. Hiking through them is a different story.
Jay- it's beautiful- and I can't wait to see the trail through your eyes as the seasons change.
SUBSCRIBED!!! No Hawk, Quicksand, or Happy this year. But you are definitely filling the void!!! Your photography and videography are stellar. And thoroughly enjoying your style and choice of music. Keep up the exceptional work. Watching AT hiker vids is my C19 therapy, so I'll be awaiting your therapy bill in my mailbox...🙂. I and many others are rooting for you on your journey. Will be looking forward to you kissing that plaque on Katahdin!!! You might want to put a napkin over it first...haha! Hike on and be safe my friend. And YES I do want to be out there! KUDOS Sir!!!
Jayyyyy!!!!!! I'm so happy to see you. I will enjoy your hike just as I did the PCT. You rock on and be safe. 😊🥶🤍
Awesome video Jay! Being from Michigan I honestly think there is no better hiking than through the woods on a fresh layer of snow while the snowflakes are still falling on a sunny day, you captured it absolutely stunningly -- especially that shot walking across the bridge at 4:01
I'll be joining you soon, but not starting till end of March so I highly doubt I'll catch up. Safe travels my friend!
Hey Jay, your appreciation for the trail is infectious. To answer your question, yes, I do wish I was there! Happy trails!!!!!!!
Keep moving along You are doing great.The snow makes everything so beautiful .Be safe
Beautiful photo of the waterfall at the end of the video! Stay warm!
Magical! You got beautiful video of the morning snow. The slow-motion of Long Creek Falls was awesome. The snow flake closeup rocked. It would be awesome to get a macro photo of one of those beautiful snowflakes. Despite your battery issues with the cold you got awesome footage. Those mice hit your bear bag hard, yikes! Thank God the mice did not get into your food. Very fun video. Thanks for sharing.
What an amazing start to day 2, with the snowflakes falling down through the sunlight, Amazing! 👍
Jay! It sure was cold when you started out! ❄️❄️❄️❄️Now your in Maine and boy is it hot!! 🔥🔥. Hike on! 😊🥾😎🏕❄️🇺🇸💪
I love seeing and hearing the joy you're experiencing. Be warm and safe, happy hiking!
Great video. For me its a toss up. Go early and enjoy the solitude and scenery but then endure the cold and what goes with it. Or go later and deal with the masses. Liking the snow.
You certainly have the eye for photography! Love your vids.
You are one of the best TH-camrs! Really enjoying your trip!!
Beautiful! Frozen tuna makes great tuna and ramen soup with some boiling water.
Love winter camping! Yes I wish I were there in 14.7 degree!
You seem happy and smart! I’m betting on you to make it! I’m gonna watch you all the way! Enjoy!
Different vegetation where you see snow and don't see snow. Camped on Mt. Greylock (on the trail in MA) in late February. Your temps are cold but gets a lot colder. Have a great day!
Again Jay with the great photography. The sunlight with the snowflakes..great job. I like the little tips like putting the food between the legs or under the armpits to warm your blood. Stay warm. Semper Fi!! Onward!!
Awesome Jay! The snowflakes were incredible!!! Thank you for sharing!🥾🥾⛺️
Lot sunny windless snowy days 💕 real Beauty.. im appreciating being able to see mountain lines and vistas thru the trees
3:30 thank you for documenting the North GA snowflakes on the AT: ROLL TIDE !!! 🐘
I was thinking yesterday about you starting in the first week of February, Burrrrrrrr…. Be Careful 🎅🏻🏴☠️🏔
Love your video and camera work and your attitude on trail. Really like the stats at end of the video.
Love seeing the trail:)
Lovely video Jay🥾😊🥾
personally, i would have started mid march but i admire your commitment. I am really enjoying your videos. Just spent a few hours watching your stuff. Subscribed with the bell
Beautiful North Georgia mountains!
Those snowflakes closeups and that falls, great photos and videos on this. Lots of water, it's definitely not the desert section of the PCT! Thanks for the share, Jay.
thanks for the clip and bear bag advice for the mice in the bear box. Nice videos.
Rhodos curled up in the cold. My favorite shrub, owner of many including rare hybrids.
I didn't think of that at all......frozen food! The trail looks lovely. Thanks for sharing!
Get a Sawyer filter and a small plastic bag...keep it in a chest pocket or something...best way to filter water when it gets really cold. Sorry you didn't stop at Hickory Flats.
Good video, with lots of beautiful views of the snow on the ground and the trees, and mountains, so let's keep on hiking
One of my most favorite areas in Georgia is when you come through the green tunnel into the Three Forks area. So pretty! Hike on!
Wow thats really cold !! warmer trails ahead :)
Enjoying your videos and comments. Will follow you all the way. I'm 64 and hoping to do the AT when I retire. But not in February! You go my man.
Really enjoying the videos, Jay! Way to battle those cold temps.
When I winter hike I go handwarmer crazy. I throw in a bag with my electronics, not airtight they have to have oxygen. I have used rubber bands to hold one on my camera just watch out for condinsation. Glad to see you are having a good hike.
Whew that looks so cold! Three Forks and Long Creek are so beautiful!
Fun to hear you enjoying the winter hike! Memories of perfect snowflakes to keep you cool when it's hot as blazes in the mid-atlantic!
Another great video, Jay! Brrrr🥶 15 degrees! Stay safe out there! 😎
My better-half and I are loving your videos Jay. We are watching every one. Starting our thru-hike next year. Using yours to gauge when we should leave Springer based on the weather/temps. Thanks for adding the that in this video. We appreciate that info a lot. Keep ‘em coming and enjoy!
starting out the AT on the Southern beginning and hiking in snow...wow!
Thanks for the views!! Try to stay warm Jay!!! Ugh!! You are Rocking the AT!!
What a cold morning. But beautiful snow. You still have a great attitude. Even with the frozen water. The trail is beautiful. I hope you get to see the laurel and rhododendron in bloom. Blessings and safe hiking
2 weeks late following you. Be safe. Looking forward to following your journey. .
You're doing a great job capturing the trail. Well done my friend.
Awesome vid. Keep on, keeping on..
Snowflake reference... "This one's a lil damaged" 🥰 i say.. "aren't we all". Loved it! You think it'd be worth saving fuel and grabbing a sawyer or Katadyn filter in the next town? Just until your out of freezing weather? Could keep it next to your body.. first layer, along with battery bank etc to keep them from freezing/ getting cold. Stay safe and warm. You could also boil that water, put in your bottle at night for the next morning.. throw them in your bag, (one by your feet) to stay warmer and have unfrozen water in the morning. 😁
Love how positive you are, even in those frigid temps!!
Hello 👋 Jay, thank you for sharing another chapter of your epic AT adventure. You have a great eye for capturing the beauty of nature. I was amazed that you were able to capture the symmetry of an individual snowflake ❄. Stay safe out there. 🤗
Great video series so far. Nice looking Mellie; wish they were more available. Keep up the good hike.
Eat, my friend!!!!!!!
Remarkable achievements, as always
Quite the adventure, very different than the AZT, so much water!
Beautiful footage. Nice job.
Sooooo beautiful! I'm glad you are enjoying the snow and ice, just be careful, and stay safe.
Jay.... you must have spent some time in Hawaii when you were young.... Spam... It's Good.... so gooood! LOL But I grew up with Spam as well, in the '50s n '60s,,,,!
You do such a good job showing the sights while vlogging, and it is no wonder, given how wonderful your still photography looks at the end of an episode! Thanks for sharing your experience
nice videos I always like winter camping it's always a challenge
Find a windshield reflector and wrap a piece of it around your water bottles. You can also slip a small heat pack in around the bottle also. Heat packs in your sleeping bag footbox help with warmth for your feet. Use your tent. Shelter floors have a lot of cold air circulating underneath of them. You are doing great!
Thanks for including us, so cold but seems like you're having a great time. Stay warm.
Good thing you made sure the mice couldn't get in your bag! It's been ridiculously cold here and we have several inches of snow on the ground. I'm about 2.5 hours southwest of Chicago. I don't mind winter hiking but I can't do the icy.
Your videos definitely got me off the couch and wanting to get out there and hike, Looking forward to watching your journey
Burrrr!!! Great video Jay!
Hi Jay, hey bro I agree on the spam, lol. maybe i'll see you i'm starting shortly (on the A.T.). Happy Trails, Be Safe. critter's trails
Glad to see you out in the cold jay! i miss camping in the winter. Dring the night if you can.. and if theres no bears around, i sometimes keep my water bottles on me in the bag. Also anyhting battery operated as you mention is a good idea. God bless and enjoy ! Stay warm!
Beautiful!
Love your hike and video! No shorts huh?? 🤣 I think you said 40° you wear shorts!! And yes, if you stop moving the cold just goes through your bones!
So spam doesn't freeze. That is the kind of top shelf info future thru hikers can actually use. (I didn't know it, so thanks)
Is it possible to carry all lithium batteries inside your jacket, then pull them out as you need them?
Seems water is the same. There are few things less appetizing than drinking 32 degree water, when your core is already cold.
For such cold situations, they should design an ultralight vest to be worn under a midlayer/puffy that has pouches for all the batteries and 2 smart water bottles. (and maybe a 4 oz fuel container?)
Looks great. 2 days of rain have melted almost all of the 2 feet of snow in the smokies! If it was snow there would be over 4 feet now.
Your videos are the best, Jay! Thanks for sharing. Have fun.
Since you were a “little cold “ the previous night and it was 14.7*, may I ask what was your bag rating? Thanks again.
When you have a frozen smart water bottle the best thing is to heat about half a pot of water, then put the frozen bottle in the hot water until the ice melts. You know what they say. You got to keep them separated.
Yep, I was worried about those batteries with the cold weather and all. Have you tried using those hand warmers to keep them warm?.. may be worth a try for the next week or so. Safe travels Jay.
... was going to make same comment of carrying batteries with a dedicated handwarmer for each night in sub temps and keep in food cozy .. even put that in sleeping bag at night ..
... always been a fan of old school heavy calf length wool socks to sleep in below freezing ,,, and in colder temps add down booties ,, nothing worse than cold/frozen feet ....then add frozen boots ... this is 'FUN' right ?? ..
@@rockytopwrangler2069 👍 it’s always interesting on just how well one can learn to adapt.... while being in the outdoor elements.
It's a winter wonderland again. Spam never tastes good, okay maybe in the woods. All caught up starting from the beginning.
Wat up brother! You're doing a great job filming everything and putting everything together. I'll be tagging along. I hope to make this journey someday, it's at the top of the bucket list. Keep heading North, you're doing great! 👍 😎💪🥾🥾🏔🏔🏔🏔❄️
Beautiful video. It is a pleasure to follow you.
Yes, I do wish I were there! Beautiful! Glad everything is going well.
Keep warm. Great footage of the snow.
Nice landscapes and an even better attitude! Keep it up!
Enjoy watching your video stay warm
Fantastic! Thanks for taking us with you!
Nice video Jay! Good to hear on the Enduro battery…was curious how that’s working out. Looked like a pretty cold day but snow looked nice.
Morning Jay loving the updates stay warm and enjoy your hike. I just got the ok from my wife sooo 2024 is my year for the AT
Great footage and absolutely great to see you on trail.. Try to stay warm as it looks like it’ll be in the teens or even colder for awhile.
Semper fi!!
❄️Hecka cold!❄️
Your snowflake shots were the first time I’ve ever seen perfect crystals. Lovely.
Awesome update. Hope you have better temps this week.🌲👍
Beautiful - Thank you!
Absolutely stunning video! Yes I wish I could be there but without the 16 degrees 🥶. Thanks for sharing your journey. (Beth)
Great video! You captured the feeling of the frigid, yet beautiful trail. Stay warm!
One suggestion: don’t pour boiling water into something you are holding on your lap. Good chance of scalding those nuts.