i solo camped on an island for 3 days | first time female backpacker
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ต.ค. 2024
- I wanted to do something different to start off the new year...so I ended up hiking part of the Trans Catalina Trail solo for several days. Santa Catalina Island is off the coast of Southern California so I decided to plan a trip and take the ferry over after visiting my family for the holidays. I've never done a multi-day thru hike, let alone solo, so it was a welcome challenge to push myself outside my comfort zone. It was a physically and emotionally exhausting adventure and I ultimately had the most incredible time :')
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This seemed like such a great, healing, and reflective time for you. Love that. Catalina is one of my favorite places in SoCal. It has been my little place to retreat. Fun fact: it was owned by the Wrigley's! The gum company people!!
As a woman, the thought of traveling alone always triggers me. Your bravery and your willingness to go on so many adventures are amazing. You are such an inspiration, Elena. Thank you for sharing with us :)
Literally sitting in my Berlin apartment, drinking coffee and watching this calmed me down! Also I feel like I should do a trip like this too on my own! Thank you so much for inspiring us 💛 2022 will be a good year for you, I’m sure 💛
Omg same I’m sipping my tea while watching this😂. Thank you Elena. This just helped me realign with my goals
Same in California!
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“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity”
― John Muir, Our National Parks
I didn’t want the video to end. It was so surreal and so reflective , the view and everything- chefs kiss
This was so therapeutic!! I feel the at-ease-ness with you!! Adding this to my bucketlist
The fact that you did this all SOLO is incredible!! You're always in your element when exploring and travelling and these vlogs will always be iconic. So happy for you!!
This was one of your best videos Elena ! I absolutely respect your sense of adventure and wanting to live life out to its fullest ! I love going hiking and I have gone all over the country but Catalina Trail is on my bucket list for sometime this year after watching this video - I would also go solo and the opportunity to reconnect with myself turning off the rest of the world sounds so welcoming ! You are one of my favorite You tubers to follow !!!!!!
This is one of my favourite "travel" vlogs from you! The vibe was impeccable. It's nice to see something a little different from the cities and urban areas... so calming and beautiful!
The shots of with the drone paired with that relaxing music made me tear up! Our earth is so beautiful and awe inspiring .
agreed :')
Elena, I will never stop saying how incredibly inspiring you are. I feel like this video came to me at the right moment. I’ve been home for the past two weeks due to COVID and being at home has caused a bit of a decline in my mental health. I’ve been urging to either go back to work or to escape. But watching this video has spoken to my soul and truly given me a bit of hope & motivation that I highly lacked throughout the holiday season. I know that I don’t know you personally, but I hope that you’re also able to align yourself on your journey. You’ve made me look at feeling lost not as necessarily a terrible thing, but more of a feeling of motivation to push out of that comfort zone.
This was awesome. What a beautiful way to challenge yourself. Been wanting to get out to Catalina for a long time now, thanks for the encouraging push! Looks pricey but even just using the gear haul option alone looks like a nice option for a new/inexperienced backpackers wanting to ease into it
So beautiful and peaceful - you’re making me want to go on a solo trip asap!
So beautiful Elena. Kind of wish we could see all the clips where you have to walk back and get your camera haha... do you pull a funny face at the camera...
It’s so cool to see you on Catalina it’s one of my favorite places! I love your videos and congrats on doing the hike, it’s definitely difficult!
fun fact: the bison weren’t even in the final cut of the movie
Yo should totally do Saint James’s Way in Spain
This was so inspiring and emotional for me. And you look beautiful as always.
8:34 was so wierd, I was lying in my bed in the same way looking at you (on my laptop) while you stare back sitting the same way. It felt kinda nice tho.
This video was beautiful and so refreshing! I did this hike years ago and it was absolutely amazing!!! You should feel so proud of yourself.
definitely more glamping than backpacking but still a nice video :)
I just did this full trail in November and it kicked my ass!! Such a fun one though! Loved seeing your experience! :)
Woooow he’s huge!!!! I would be scared….
This place is beautiful 🤩 I enjoyed this vlog…
I'm glad you are taking time for yourself before you return to the 24 hour open NYC.
This was such a relaxing video to watch, the scenery shots were done so beautifully. I felt intune with the nature I was seeing. Thanks for making this video! I am definitely adding this on my bucket list of things to do.
Thank you Elena for this really! I don't know how to explain it, but this vid came at the right time for me. So thanks xx
Oh my I have so much respect for you doing this!! Wow the production quality in this one + the realness… girl I LOVED everything about this video. You go gurl,,,, pls do a subscriber hiking trip one day in socal 🥺
were you scared at all being alone? I've always wanted to do this but im so scared of the dangers of being alone as a women in my 20s but this company you worked with looks incredible and this may be my 2023 goal to complete this alone too :)
While I admire your courage and tenacity to hike for 3 days alone, as a mother? I'd be a nervous wreck until I heard from you...lol
#ProudOfYou
Loved this video and the music you used. Santa Catalina Island is so beautiful.
I always wanted to do stuff like this but being a woman in adventures Alone is very scary to me ; but seeing u do this gives me courage. Love u 🤍
What drone do you use? Looks amazing!
Elena, I hope I chase my dreams as hard as you do after study! You are a breath of fresh air and have inspired me to push myself to try new things, dream big and start reading again. Keep smashing life x
Did this hike last year and it was awesome! This time of year is even better (I DON'T recommend the middle of July!). Little Harbor was my favorite. Great vid.
honestly doing it in January was such a good time of year!
Saving this video Bc I need to do this hike. Thank you for showing this!
I am so inspired to follow in your footsteps! What did you bring in your backpack?
Hey Elena,
Sooo stunning…breathtaking…and relaxing to watch🌱☀️ I’ve hiked so many trails with friends or by myself, I can sympathize, what u mean. So perfect to calm down and enjoy the peaceful mood and sort the thoughts perfectly with this view 🌜⭐️💙 xoxo
One of my favourite things about your channel is you sharing your intentional lifestyle! This was such a wonderful video!
omg as a backpacker (who carries their stuff with them lol) i was IN SHOCK that they built your tent for you hahahhaha looks like a beautiful hike though! Glad you were able to enjoy nature
There are companies who will bring and built basically whatever you want and helicopter companies who often times drop people off in different locations if they don’t want to hike but need to make videos for their youtube channel. It all honestly detracts from the purpose of going out in nature and experiencing it all to begin with. Nowhere is sacred anymore. Everyone wants to play at being outdoorsy and talk about it without truly experiencing it.
This was beautiful, Elena! I'm now inspired to do a similar adventure. Thank you!
I don't usually comment but OMG this is such an incredible video! Well done Elena - I should really do this myself 😍
The Alex G sounding song was incredible, I need more of that in my life.
I agree, I totally need to move far away from Michigan! And get outside and into nature more often.
When you said "keep your shoulders up" me as a Pilates instructor was like no put them down! Beautiful video 🖤
i love LOVE hiking but have never done a solo trip. this has really inspired me to take a solo hiking trip this year. also your editing in this is top notch!!
One of your best videos. 💚
i strive to achieve the level of independence and mental stability you have. you just seem like you have your life and mental health in such pristine condition, i’m so jealous lol
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I’m interested in doing this! What are the names of the campsites you stopped at?
I died when you compared the bison to an animatronic lmaoo
Such a lovely video - thoroughly enjoyed watching :)
That’s awesome! glad for you and thanks for the scenery shares📸 the company that hauls your gear sounds cool
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Ofc she will be okay. Joke :D
I heard its very very chilling and helps mental health, if u do solo hike. Did you experience the same?
I love this video! I just booked all my camping spots in November. It’ll be my first solo backpacking trip!
what a beautiful video elena
Just think how much happier we all would be if social media disappeared?
To have time to scroll less and do what we all have wanted to do but didn’t have enough “time to do it”. Its crazy to think days without instagram/facebook can be so healing and clearing. Life is a beautiful thing and so short 🧡 much love xoxo
Please make a podcast 🙏🏾
idk if this is a dumb question (i've never been camping before) but what do you eat for three days? haha im super interested in like the logisitics of a trip like this!
Wow thank you so much for this video elena! I'm an uni student and i have exams in the next few weeks and I've just been feeling really stressed and anxious and your video just made me feel so happy and relaxed. One of my big goals is to do a longer trekking hike this year in Germany and you just reminded me of that goal and how simple and beautiful being in nature just is! Thank you
Same here, lots of academic sress lately:( been itching to go on a big hike! Good luck on your exams😊
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Most people who tell themselves that they are enough don’t actually believe they are. When you were saying that you’re enough, I felt like you actually meant it. Good for you. God bless you.
I really needed this thank you
Every summer I went to Catalina with my grandfather and my family. We stayed on his sailboat in Two Harbors and honestly it is always one of the best experiences of my life. You brought back those feelings of the late summer nights, thank you
I have been SO lucky to have been able to & physiologically equipped to travel alone since my mid
teens. Moved to Australia-Indo-NZeal. for 2 yrs at beginning of my 20's. I am so glad you are doing
such especially living in NYC so much of the year.
Congrats---you look healthy and *at ease with yourself* . . .keep doing YOU.
That bison was soooo stunning. I hope you turned off cameras and were 'with' him/her --
being present.
Hiking/walking is my favorite way to clear my head and recenter myself
Quick question. I currently have an online store that offers a lot of Outdoor Activity essentials that I feel can be used by you and many more. I was wondering if I can send you a free product or two of your choosing for you to use on your endeavors, as well as it being used in your future video(s)?
What do you do when you thinking everything is going against you?
The editing and quality of this video is immaculate 💖
everything about this is STUNNING
I remember seeing the pictures and snippets you posted on insta. I was confused at what kind of tiny lightweight gear u have to be carrying everything in that tiny backpack for 3 days
you inspire me always, Elena! I've really been wanting to get into solo travel recently and your videos are beyond helpful and so fun to watch. Can't wait to see what adventures you embark on next 💛 💛 💛
This might be a dumb question but where/how do you charge your phone and also can you contact family on your phone during the day?
I honestly loved this video and it made me feel like I should add this trail to my "bucketlist" :)
This was beautifully filmed. Well done!
This is a wonderful video. Thank you for sharing. It is very inspiring!
I watch your videos with my 9 year daughter and you are such an inspiration for her, love your content ❤️
Ahhh that's so sweet to hear oh my goodness❤️
The drone footage 😯🤤
Hi elena like your content
When is the middle east trip ?
So enjoying your videos - even my cat who doesn't watch screens that often or consistently sat upright and focused on this one as we watched together - thanks for bring us along together
I'll be soloing the TCT in March for my 30th birthday and I'm so excited!!! I definitely think it's a good first-time solo option since you're never TOO far from civilization if something went sideways you need to bail.
I did this solo back in May 2021 on a whim from Seattle with like three days notice and had a 35-40 lb backpack with all my gear (sleeping bag, tent, food, etc). If I ever go back, maybe I'll do the gear haul! A lot of people on my ferry were worried for me, but it's so amazing to be a woman and doing things on your own! If anyone is looking for a good first step into backpacking, I highly recommend Catalina! Love the video and I look forward to see you challenging yourself with more things like this in the future. Congratulations on the sick accomplishment!
Wow, this is gorgeous! Love seeing you constantly grow, Elena. This seems like the perfect solo activity for peace and reflection, especially during the pandemic.
ugh i love this video Elena! Might be one of my faves of yours. You always inspire and motivate me so much
This was just a beautiful video to watch.
this was so calming thank you elena
So 💯 Amazing vlog 🤸♂️🏌♀️🎯😊💐
Love from Adeel Karachi Pakistan
also always love your chats in your videos, Elena, always so relatable and always speak to me :)
wow!! i’ll be visiting catalina next month for my partner and i’s anniversary. this was so cool to watch!
this was recommended me! probably because i work and live on catalina island lol at the atwater the trans catalina trail is epic!! 🥰
My favorite video of yours!! Omg I’m so inspired. Loved every second of it!
Beautiful and inspiring video!
The views are stunning! A solo hike like this would be so good for the mind and soul. ☺️
Maybe this sounds a little silly, but this video gives me the vibe of Gilmore girls’s episode when lorelai wants to disconnect in a national park😂
I love this video Elena, you inspires me a lot!
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Not going to lie, this is pretty fucking badass.
The vibes = immaculate
I have become your Biggest fan ever, I swear 😢
i watch too many crime documentaries. i could never
How did you shoot this all the airel views 😳????
I live in Orange County also but never been to Catalina