Teacher to Attempt a Thru Hike of the Appalachian Trail
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- My name is Audrey. I am a teacher and I will be attempting a thru hike of the Appalachian Trail in 2023. My journey to the trail has been years in the making.
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I like what Rodney Dangerfield said about teachers, "you do something wrong, they make you do it again!" Congratulations on your through hike!!!
Audrey I spent a wonderful year with you last year. You are such a love person and the hike proved all your wonderful qualities. I miss you so much.
Thank you. 🥰
You will never be the same person…….and its wonderful.
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Thanks for this video. I am looking forward to your hike. I am 73 years of age and this will be my third year watching AT thru hikers. I have met some wonderful people on the screen. You are very well-spoken and easy to listen to. I wish you great success and a happy time.
Thank you! I appreciate your comment. I also enjoy watching others thru hike on TH-cam.
Happy trails !
Thank you!
100%. Subscribed and looking forward to you journey.
Thank you!
You can teach your students word math problems using the Appalachian Trail. For instance, if dehydrated food for a day is 20oz, how many pounds of food will it take for 6 day section hike until next resupply.
Exactly! There are lots of ways to incorporate it. 😄
This is awesome. I was laid off this past year from my engineering job and now I'm using this July to hike the Colorado Trail. As they say.."One day or day one. You decide." - good luck out there!
Thank you for the well wishes and for sharing that quote!
I first got the desire to hike the AT when I was 16. It took me 51 years to realize that dream, but it was worth the wait. Best wishes to you.
Thank you!
You give me hope
( didn’t see your name until I clicked on it,
Always feels weird responding to another person named Phil… peace out, we must just be awesome)
My wife did exactly what you are doing, she started the AT on March 1, 1994 and finished the trail before going back to teaching in the fall. That was a couple of years before we got married.
Thank you for sharing! I’m glad to know it’s possible.
Good Luck...because of covid concerns I skipped the AT in 21 and stuck to the Florida Trail. Whole thing is more mental than physical. You're in charge of your pace; so enjoy when you want, blast through when you want, and rest when you need to...it's fun.
Thank you Scott!
My wife has been an elementary school teacher for 14 years so I totally get the need to take the time to get away and refocus. I hope you find the clarity that you're looking for and come back ready to continue teaching. If Missouri is anything like Tennessee, you will be needed. Good Luck.
Thank you!
Good Luck with your AT Thru Hike.
Thank you!
I'm now retired from teaching. When I was still in the classroom, I spent my summers section hiking the A.T. You will love it!
I’m definitely looking forward to it!
I'll be tagging along with you on your hike. I did watch Taylor Natasha's full thru hike as well and a few others...have fun, be safe and healthy. Cheers from northern calif.
Thank you! I also watched Taylor’s.
Exciting! I'm a retired high school English teacher, and I'll be out there on the AT with my fiddle, keep an eye out for me, heh!
I can’t wait! 🎶
Good luck with your thru hike. I am a teacher as well and also requested a leave from April until the end of the school year. I was told that I could take the full year unpaid which for me wasn’t financially possible. I retire in 5 years and will have to wait until then. That’s great that your administration was so supportive. Best of luck!
Thank you Renee! I can’t wait for you to get out on trail. I totally get not being able to take off a full year.
I applaud your decision to take a leave and complete this journey. My wife has taught elementary for 30 years. It’s always a struggle to get her to take time off outside of official holidays and summer. The job or a job will always be there when you return. We are going up to the Springer Mountain area next month (spring break) 😂. Love watching all the Nobos get started. Good luck on your journey
Thank you! Teacher spouses can relate to the struggle for sure.
I’m glad you got it figured out and can return to work. I start my first adventure on the AT at the end of March. Good luck!!
Good luck to you as well!!
Thanks for being a teacher. Glad your school administration is flexible to allow you to do this. You will have so much to share with your kids when you get back.
Thank you! I’m sure that I will have lots of tales to share.
I get it now... AT stands for Appalachian Trail. Good luck Audrey, have fun.
Thank you, Joe!
Fellow teacher here, retired. Just subbed. Looking forward to following your adventures.
Thank you! I hope you enjoy the videos.
I heard you say you'll hike the AT from north to south(SoBo). Somebody once said, "Once you get through New Hampshire, the hiking is over - the rest is just mileage." Good time in your life to do this - do it while you can. I dreamed of a thru-hike for decades and never did it. Now, I'm too old for the efforts it takes.
Hi Jeanne! In 2020, I was planning a SOBO starting in June. COVID cancelled those plans.
This year, I’ll be doing a NOBO starting in Georgia. Hope to meet you and your husband sometime in NJ! Thanks for watching!
@@AudreyGibson573 Thanks for the response. Please check your private messages on Facebook.
You are a smart and beautiful girl. I like your game plan and look forward to your videos from the trail. You can do this !!!
Thank you!
Love your video Audrey!
Thank you, Irenia!
I’m a retired teacher, an AVID hiker, and I live on the west coast. As much as I love to hike, I’ve never done a through-hike. (My longest backpacking trips were about 60 miles in five or six days.) I am 73 now, with some health challenges, so it’s likely I never will. I taught for 33 years, then subbed in my district for eight years. Teaching is hard work, and it can be emotional draining. You’re smart to take a break. I’m thankful your school district has been so supportive. I am subscribing, and wishing you the very best!
Thank you for the well wishes!
it's great that the leave of absence worked out for you. Now get out on that trail and have some awesome life experiences you can share with those students when you get back. Good luck.
Thank you! I appreciate it.
Good luck on your thru hike. You're right about timing - you should do it now before you have family and kids. I've been section hiking the AT because there's no way I can take 4 to 5 months off work. I've hiked much of the southern section. If you have any questions or need any advice let me know. Experience is golden on the AT, and I've learned much on what to do vs what not to do on all my section hikes.
Thank you!
So glad I came across your channel. I am retiring at the end of this school year. SOBO in June! I so hope our paths cross.
Congratulations! Subscribing to your channel now. Good luck!
Awesome Audrey! Thank you! As a third career teacher of 15 years, I also have a similar dream of perhaps thruhiking the AT. Not this year however. But, I will be enthusiastically following your vlogs. Best of luck as you begin your journey. God bless!!
Thank you!!
God bless you for being a teacher. I hope you find the inspiration you are looking for. Best of luck with your journey. I look forward to your story telling.
Thank you Keith! I appreciate your comment.
Wow! You got it all planned out girl! Good for you 😊 jealous you got a leave 😂
Thank you! Good luck Laura!!
I watched your whole AT thru hike. Your so cute!!
Elementary SRO and future AT attempted thru hiker. Looking forward to following your journey!
I hope you make it out to the trail someday!!
Prayers to you and this adventure! Good for you on following your dreams. I am going to make my hike on 2025 and celebrate my 60th on the trail! Dust off the gear and get on the trail.
Thank you! Good luck to you in 2025bb
2025*
Audrey, I am so glad to hear that you received positive, supportive people in your school district. Congratulations on being able to chase your journey! Best of luck in March, and get to Katahdin! -Twix, '22
Thank you!
Great to see your school board was supportive. I teach geology at a community college in Ohio. Last year I LASHed during the Spring and summer of 2022. Finishing this year. Good luck. Geology Rock NOBO 2022.
Rock on!!
You're making your hike into what I like to call "a sanity pause". Ramdino in his vlog yesterday, discussed the danger of SOBO from Mt K.
One thing that you have to beware of is the ticks. There are now 9 diseases carried by ticks east of the Mississippi. Please be very careful. My wife died from one of those diseases. Each year more hikers get tick sick. The worst ticks are so small that you can't usually see them. The best protection seems to be treating all gear and outer clothing with Permethrin. It lasts about a month but you have to be careful when applying it. In liquid form, it can be absorbed through the skin. Ticks are ever present because of mice in the shelters. Try waterproof socks because much of the AT turns into streams when it rains. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick
One of my worst fears. Starting April 1st and I will be very mindful of ticks
@@annebarch7751 A couple of years ago, a Kiwi wore tights for her entire thru hike for protection. Don't be afraid just be aware and treat with a repellent daily or Permethrin every few weeks. I was tick sick 8 times before I started using Permethrin 5 years ago. I now spray my yard with Cutter each spring and my clothes with Permethrin each month. I haven't been tick sick since. I just sprayed my jeans last Monday. The worst ticks are so small that they are very hard to see. Rubbing with a wet wipe may work better then just looking. I take a hot soapy shower each evening to wash off any ticks. Good Luck, Rick
Thank you Rick! I will be NOBO starting in March.
Same here on one month out! We'll probably pass each other a couple times! Brave move, pretty inspirational. Thanks for sharing!
Good luck!!
Hi Audrey, just subbed in and am looking forward to tagging along as you make your way to Maine. Good luck! Be safe.
Thank you, Bill!
Subscribed here and on IG. This sounds great. Thanks for letting old guy follow along vicariously. I bet your students are going to love and appreciate !!
Thanks for following along! I’m looking forward to it.
Some of my students are excited for me, and some are sad that I won’t be finishing out the school year with them.
Great video! Best of luck. I hope to do it in four years. Crow✌️
Thank you!
Happy Trails 😊 I hope to get back on the trail in June to resume my 2022 NOBO thru hike which ended in Manchester Center Vermont after a very bad ankle sprain. Hopefully our paths will cross and we can exchange high fives for our accomplishments. ☸
PS: Don't let the excitement of finally being on the trail to cause you to hike to far or fast for the first week or 2. 😎
Thank you for the advice! I’m planning 8 mile days for the first week.
Fellow teacher here...good for you! I look forward to following your journey. Stay safe and healthy!
Thank you! I appreciate it.
That’s great that your school is flexible. I’m not sure that mine would allow such a thing. Enjoy the hike!
Thank you!
From one teacher (and avid hiker) to another, best of luck to you! Enjoy the journey!
Thank you!
Wishing you a great and successful adventure. Enjoy each foot step and as hikers say " hike your hike" .... look forward to your videos.👍
Thank you!
Awesome! I’m also a teacher on a sabbatical but can’t do a thru hike quite yet. So excited for you and will be following along. You got this!
Thank you!
I'm a teacher at a public charter school in Cleveland, Ohio. I'll be watching your posts, and I'm considering sharing them with my students. I followed Taylor the Nahamasha Hiker (fellow New Englander) two year ago and enjoyed the vicarious experience. Good luck. Please enjoy your hike, even if you don't complete it this year. Sh*t happens, so don't hesitate to prioritize other things.
Thank you! Taylor is out here again this year. I also watched her videos!
Best wishes for your hike.
Thank you!
I stumbled on your channel through the whims of TH-cam. I have a lot of respect for teachers, particularly in these challenging times. I think it great your district worked with you to make this happen in such a positive way. I wanted to wish you well in your AT journey. I’ll be following along. I am a retiree, a long time hiker who completed my own AT hike last September. I am always happy to give advice but only if you want it. Having said that though I will say there’s an understandable tendency to show the good things in vlogs but I’ve always enjoyed AT vlogs the most that are honest and show the ups and downs of a long journey like the AT. There’s a life lesson in there. I live in Massachusetts so when you get up this way feel free to reach out. Shawn. “DoubleVision”.
Thank you Shawn! I appreciate it.
Now need a Thru Hiker to Teacher vid :)
Good luck dude. It's a great year to hike . It's just one day at a time out there .
Thank you!
I'm in a similar situation, my boss was not supportive though and I am now brainstorming other options. I have begun section hiking the CDT and will do another month section this summer- from Mexico/ New Mexico border as far as I can get in a month.
You have inspired me to reach out to my superintendent then the school board.
I am wishing you the best!
Just came across your channel. I live near St. Louis and thru hiked last year. Reach out if you have any questions and good luck with your hike!
Hey! I watched your videos. Monica Roever (my coworker) recommended them to me when she found out I was going. Thanks for reaching out!
I'm in the same boat and have been working in elementary for 17years. I am trying to figure out how to take a leave of absence for next year. Another employee in my district attempted a thru hike last year and I think is going for a 2nd so I know it's possible. My only reservation is I may not get to keep my job at this specific school but I think it may be worth a shot.
It is absolutely worth a shot. There will be job opportunities when you return. I’m wishing you well and sending good vibes your way!
Safe travels and I can’t wait to follow your hike! How many daily miles are you planning to be back to school in August?
Thank you Ronda! I will need to average about 15 miles per day once I get going.
Wishing you success on your hike.
I watched Maybe Jesse Hikes NoBo AT hike last year. It was fascinating.
Are you still planning to go SoBo?
I am NOBO starting in March.
your a great teacher u should talk more about ...the time...the money...the miles...yes ok to longer videos or more frequent...what ever best 4 u
Thank you, Mark!
Good luck . I started section hiking the Appalachian Trail in August 2010. This will be my 14th year. This section will be from Monson Maine to Katahdin. I have 117 more miles to go. You’re gonna love it My Trail name is Padre and my hiker blessing for you is May your pack feel light your Miles be Many and your pains be few God bless
Thank you Padre!
May you transform all your dreams into reality! Lot of well wishes from a solo mountain hiker friend from the Hindu Kush Mountains Lower Chitral District of Pakistan!
Thank you!
Found you! So cool that I met someone famous on the trail. Too bad I couldn’t keep up 😂
-Feet
Oh, quit! I’m not famous. 😝Glad to see you got on TH-cam, Stefan Von! I met you on Day 38 so you’ll have to keep an eye out for that vlog. ☺️
I wish I would have known that was an option for me as a teacher!!! I resigned because of burnout 😢
I was relieved to have my sabbatical approved.
I’m probably dating myself but I did it 30 years ago, and it was fun and painful at the same time.😂
My suggestion is be prepared and always be aware of your surroundings. You will run into some nice people, and some sketchy people. Carry personal protection!
Stay on the trail, there’s a lot of paths that can get you hurt. I’d also recommend getting an ACR personal locator or a Bivy Stick which will allow two way satellite communications. And check in with loved ones twice a day. Let them know in the morning that you are starting out, and in the evening were you are, give them the exact GPS Location.
Best of luck, when you get to NH I’ll buy you a coffee.👍
Thank you! I appreciate your advice.
Surprised you chose the AT over the PCT .....
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Wild was a strange read. Hated the part about the horse.
I have a good track record of picking AT vlogs. 4 out of 4 have finished.
You are under strong consideration
Good luck!
Thank you for the accountability! Let’s go 5 for 5!!!
I’m In your classssszzzzzzssssz
Are you still planning a southbound thru hike in early March? It seems that weather may be easier going northbound this time of year. I would be worried about snow in March-April. It's an ambitious plan to say the least, good luck.
I am NOBO starting in March. In 2020, I was going to SOBO starting in June but COVID happened.
Spoiler Alert: She made it!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️🦵🦵🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲
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i’m just now getting around to watching this one gotta say it triggered me a bit but i’m good i’m good…
I wish all school systems were that open minded.
You don’t need anyone’s permission to hike.
Say it louder for the people in the back! 👏🏼
DO NOT hike the Appalachian trail by yourself , if you do take a locator beacon and a satellite phone and don’t forget your gun!!
PLEASE BE SAFE, THE MISSING 411 SERIES HAS GOT ME TELLING EVERYONE TO BE SAFE AND TAKE THOSE ITEMS WITH YOU, for some reason I can’t stop thinking about you!!
I keep praying for you. Take care of yourself.
God bless you and your family.🙏
Thank you!
@@AudreyGibson573 you know a 380 caliber gun is very small and packs a big punch, it would fit perfectly on your waist....
I'm from Colorado and we're always hiking but we take lots of precautions!
One day my wife and I want to hike the Appalachian trail as well, have fun on your trip.
God bless
By the way
We love your channel 💝
I work at Angel Rest Hiker Haven in Pearisburg, VA. Would love to sponser you for a night here. Hit me up for local info on info in the area & slack packing options.
Thank you Michael. I will have to keep this in mind as I get closer to VA!
Must be from the south with that "God Bless America" sign above the classroom. Separation of church and state anyone?
I love my God! ❤️🤍💙
@S. M. If this is a public school, it is inappropriate. Private school: I don’t give a crap. But this in not a Christian nation.
Another homemade wunderlust?
WHAT DID U DECIDE? NORTHBOUND OR SOUTHBOUND?
I am north bound in 2023.
Hello beautiful ❤️
Hi!
Your smart young & pretty!! You should s goes with your friends ! Get toned ups & lift some weights arms & legs take some defence classes! Be ready for anything s ! Get you shoulders & back s strong's ! Cause s your backs ,as leg's arms are goings toos works really hards ! Besures you make it backs !! Please !! As class is waiting s your return's ! Sos are your loveones ! Thank you now's preparedness !! Get ins shapes !!
Thank you Frank!
Hi whatcha up to hope all is well prayers 4 healing and unspoken also 4 everyone and bless great healthy peaceful safe journeys travels and happy hiking in the name of the Creator God and Yeshua / Jesus and the Holy Ghost Amen much honor and respect keep walking tall also plz get u some bear spray the kind with nylon holsters and ppe there is bears and cougars in some areas keep on keeping on many blessings and cool videos smile
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@@AudreyGibson573 ur welcome hugs keep walking tall and keep praying smile
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Woo Hoo a fellow Missourian doing a long distance trail......GO CHIEFS!
Go Chiefs!!! ❤️💛
Bruhhh why you telling us all this crap just make the videos geeesuhs
So no hiking on this video fkn nioce
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If your feet cant put down 10 miles a day no problem, you aren't making it through.
Thank you.
Happy trails !
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Happy trails !
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