The BMT is like a dirt country lane, the AT has become pretty much a 4 to 6 lane interstate highway as far as "traffic". The more popular a trail becomes, the less desire I have to hike it 😂. Loving your trail through the Smokies. Except for that bad blow down section, I've loved all of the BMT. So glad you decided to hike the trail less traveled and share it with us.
Dang! I bet that water is real cold! I got shivers just watching it, LOL! Nice shelter on this video! Wow! what a view on the Tower! Awesome!! Great video Hawk!!!
One more check off! You’re back at it and lookin’ good. Your vids are some of the best trail vids I watch. History, humor and views. Thank you from a long time HST member. 🚶♂️🚶♂️🚶♂️🇺🇸👊🏻 one D.
Hawk, when you started the BMT I'm saying to myself that the trail would be boring and not many views or interesting things. Well you proved me wrong and I say it is a great trail. Thanks for the hike!
That was an awesome trek. Thanks for taking us along. Seems to be a beautiful trail. Wish you the best of luck on your next endeavor. Stay well and safe.
Day 16 (Eclipse Day) and HAWK is up early for what turns out to to be his combined longest/hardest day on the BMT at 29 (maybe 30) miles with lots of up and down. . . .Sun shinning, grass growing and birds chirping keep HAWK positive as always, he manages the creeks (often via cool bridges) and the 5,000 foot summits/ridgelines all the while getting us the views and soaking up the Sun and solitude of the BMT before his ultimate destination for the day which was the Mount Sterling Fire Tower, but HAWK being HAWK still gets us the views and then "crushes" an additional "strong" 6 miles to Exit the Smokies and avoid the incoming weather to a well deserved shuttle ride back to the HAWK'S Nest and civilization thus completing the BMT. . . .at one point (@28:41) HAWK claims he hasn't "lost it yet", but us HAWK Fans know he "lost it" a long time ago and that is part of what makes his HST so loyal and his videos such great company. . . .Congrats and get out on Trail again soon. . . . and finally for Today's HAWKISM @3:00 we have some classic HAWK rambling, "I don't even know why I waste my breath saying it any more. . .(HAWK chuckle). . . .Breath is valuable out here especially while you are climbing. . . (HAWK Laugh).. . .That is Funny!" Yes, it is HAWK yes it is, Thanks again for bringing us along.
@@CraigMains Went hiking in the ADK for the Eclipse and got to witness it atop GRACE Peak (one of the 46 High Peaks) . . . . .we got Totality in Northern NY and it was worth it, despite the unbelievable traffic jams heading South even after not exiting the woods until 8:30pm.
@@stevelabombard1777 Exiting the woods we saw the 7 mile "traffic jam" on Rt. 73 and since our car was facing North and no traffic North on Rt. 73 we went North to the Keene STEWARTS and had a couple of milkshakes and waited an hour for traffic to clear but still caught "the traffic bubble" around Exit 27 of the Northway and only went between 5mph and 40mph all the way to Exit 22 (Lake George) where it widened to 3 lanes and it was still crazy crowded but at least a steady 65 mph. . . . overall left home at 5:15am to start the drive up and started hiking at 6:30am hit the summit at 1:30pm and stayed on the summit until 4:00pm then out of the woods at 8:30pm and ended up home (Hudson Falls) at Midnight, but more than worth it.
Nice trail. Love all the creeks and rivers. Views today were great. Loved the different colors within the forest you were walking through today. Boy, you knocked out some miles today. Glad you were able to finish today. I'm with you. Would much rather spend a rainy night in my van than on top of a mountain at the fire tower. Thanks for sharing the BMT with us. If I was physically able to hike, this one would be on my bucket list. See you on the next trail, Craig.
Congradulations you completing your journey Hawk. Got busy and lost track of you. I've been winter hiking up in New Hampshire still. Lots of snow. I hope to go back to day 3 and so on. Look forward to your next exploitation.
This has been a fun trail to watch. It might even be something I could do before I retire. These shorter trails are all I can seem to find time off for. At least for now. Good times, Craig! Happy Trails until next time.
I've been to that campsite with the Metal Bridge from this morning's video twice! It's a great little campsite you were right about those bear cables by the bridge because mice ate the crap out of my food bag the first time LOL The first time we stayed at that campsite was on a 50 plus mile loop from Newfound Gap up to tri corner back to Laurel Gap and then back to Newfound Gap. Laurel Gap shelter used to be one of the last caged in shelters in the Smokies, but it looks like they've definitely redone it lots of horse trail up in that area. That Loop was one of my favorites because you had the Ridgeline of the northern part of the Smokies and then got to experience that back country trail. The northern part of the Smokies is absolutely some of my favorite hiking ever It's great to hike alone, but if you do have a friend, let him go first, so it takes down all those spider webs😂 Thanks for sharing the journey 🇺🇸
Damnit, back to waiting for the next Hawk adventure. BMT was nice though. A little bit ATish and a little bit IATish. Funny is I was watching 5 stacks video yesterday. He gets in to Port Clinton, he's walking into town saying "Man, I could go for some Thin Mints or a candy bar of sorts but it's a shame there's no convenient store in this town." And pushes right on through town. It had me thinking "Dude you're right next to the largest candy store on the AT!" He totally missed it.
Hi Craig. Very much enjoyed your BMT videos. I lived in Cumming, GA for 22 years (Feb. 1999 - May, 2021). I walked the GA section mostly alone on day hikes, up and back. So, I was interested in seeing what the sections north looked like. As usual you did a great job in showing us the trail + your good narration. Like you, I was very disappointed in the blow-down section. Can't understand why a trail like this would have such a section. Certainly, at least they could have put up the markers. You've given me an idea about hiking in the Smokies. Since the southern end of the BMT in the Smokies is where the AT enters the park (Fontana Dam), one could hike the BMT north to its end. Pickup the AT at Davenport Gap, and hike it back to Fontana Dam. When I did the Smokies section (I've made it to Caledonia State Park in PA), hiked it north. Would have to figure out the logistics of food drops (especially at Newfound Gap), but it sounds interesting in theory. Look forward to your next series. God Bless!
Jon and I have enjoyed hiking the BMT with you so much!! Your videos are the highlight of our day. Can't wait to go with you on your next adventure...🚶♂️⛰️❤️
That's a nice trail and it only takes about ten days for me. Thanks for taking everyone along for the trip. I'm looking forward to your next adventure. Take care and return soon. PR!
Great hike! You are right the trail was so peaceful and untouched in many areas! That long bridge so very cool! From beginning to the end I have enjoyed every step! Thanks for sharing! 👍
Good morning Hawk!!! Awesome trail, the rivers and bridges were so cool! Congratulations on finishing the BMT! Wow what a day you had. As always it was so cool to follow along with you. Thank you again for the videos! The views were amazing from the fire tower. Love all the wildflowers too. Take care Hawk and hope to see you again soon. God bless
Thank you for the wonderful videos on the BMT. The pictures of the wildflowers were great , lots of different trilliums. Have you done the Bartram Trail ? Take care.
Thanks for sharing the BMT. It has been a nice adventure with creeks, bridges, views and flowers along with the adventure of the blow downs. Hope we see you soon.
Great final day on the BMT with some amazing scenery from the trail. Thanks for taking us along with you the last 16 days. Nice to see you still got it. Can’t wait to see what your next hike will be. -Geo
Wow, the scenery of this portion is amazing. It seems that Tennessee takes a little better care of the trail, doesn't seem as many lay downs. Thanks again for sharing. And so many creek crossings. We really enjoyed your videos. Also, the views from the fire tower where amazing. Sad your finishing, nothing to watch now
WOW! Now thats how to complete and check off a trail! The elevation gain and loss and the miles you hiked are insane. I think you still got it! Thank you for choosing to take us on another adventure. It has really got me pumped for this coming hiking season. Enjoy a little time off and I'll see later. 🤜
Nice job! 29 mile day to the northern terminus. Yep, you're still The Man!.. There was no question in my mind. As usual, I really enjoyed your videos. I hope you have something else up your sleeve some time this year. BMT. Check it off the list baby!
Well that was cool the first 3 quarters were from checking your vids were dang tuff those last 2 videos showed a pimp trail.thanks Hawk enjoyed as always now we know what it looks like.
Wow congrats..can't believe you're done.. that was way too crazy fast for me...But pushing out of the elements is good. Awesome job and many thanks for sharing with us...I wish you the best 😊 safe trails highways and byways..
Interesting how many railroads were installed to haul out lumber or charcoal or minerals. You can tell by the land moved to create easy grades for the mules or cattle to pull the carts. You doin the AT this year sir?
I'm at another landmark in life Hawk, 66 and not in great shape. I can probably get out and do a easy section, but 20+ miles a day...no. Thanks for letting us come along. I know recording every trip gets old, but it is a great service to us old fogies. Ill be waiting on the next walk!
Please don't be making comments about the solitude of the BMT. You'll have a whole bunch of people coming on it and our peace and quiet will be gone. And I not joking. There is a group of us Tennesseans (and others), who like it the way it is. Most won't speak out.
@@CraigMains You misunderstood. There are some people who like the solitude and want to keep it as such. The ATC has, in the last 15 years campaigned to get the whole country hiking the AT and now there's so many that before long you will have to apply to a lottery drawing to get to hike it. Think I'm wrong? In 2008 trail magic on the AT was just that and we had it about 2-3 times. Now it's one long restaurant.
The BMT is like a dirt country lane, the AT has become pretty much a 4 to 6 lane interstate highway as far as "traffic". The more popular a trail becomes, the less desire I have to hike it 😂. Loving your trail through the Smokies. Except for that bad blow down section, I've loved all of the BMT. So glad you decided to hike the trail less traveled and share it with us.
Dang! I bet that water is real cold! I got shivers just watching it, LOL! Nice shelter on this video! Wow! what a view on the Tower! Awesome!! Great video Hawk!!!
Cross it off the list, Baby!
Good to know you can still turn on the jets if you have to. Great finish to a great hike.
One more check off! You’re back at it and lookin’ good. Your vids are some of the best trail vids I watch. History, humor and views. Thank you from a long time HST member. 🚶♂️🚶♂️🚶♂️🇺🇸👊🏻 one D.
I have enjoyed watching you hike the BMT . I will miss watching during my lunch break . Thank you for bringing us along.
Hawk, when you started the BMT I'm saying to myself that the trail would be boring and not many views or interesting things. Well you proved me wrong and I say it is a great trail. Thanks for the hike!
Congrats Hawk! Check the BMT off the list. Enjoyed watching your hike. Happy trails
Loved the last two days of beautiful trail/woods, you were booking! Great hiking Hawk, as always!👊 R&R
That was an awesome trek. Thanks for taking us along. Seems to be a beautiful trail. Wish you the best of luck on your next endeavor. Stay well and safe.
Day 16 (Eclipse Day) and HAWK is up early for what turns out to to be his combined longest/hardest day on the BMT at 29 (maybe 30) miles with lots of up and down. . . .Sun shinning, grass growing and birds chirping keep HAWK positive as always, he manages the creeks (often via cool bridges) and the 5,000 foot summits/ridgelines all the while getting us the views and soaking up the Sun and solitude of the BMT before his ultimate destination for the day which was the Mount Sterling Fire Tower, but HAWK being HAWK still gets us the views and then "crushes" an additional "strong" 6 miles to Exit the Smokies and avoid the incoming weather to a well deserved shuttle ride back to the HAWK'S Nest and civilization thus completing the BMT. . . .at one point (@28:41) HAWK claims he hasn't "lost it yet", but us HAWK Fans know he "lost it" a long time ago and that is part of what makes his HST so loyal and his videos such great company. . . .Congrats and get out on Trail again soon. . . . and finally for Today's HAWKISM @3:00 we have some classic HAWK rambling, "I don't even know why I waste my breath saying it any more. . .(HAWK chuckle). . . .Breath is valuable out here especially while you are climbing. . . (HAWK Laugh).. . .That is Funny!" Yes, it is HAWK yes it is, Thanks again for bringing us along.
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@@CraigMains Went hiking in the ADK for the Eclipse and got to witness it atop GRACE Peak (one of the 46 High Peaks) . . . . .we got Totality in Northern NY and it was worth it, despite the unbelievable traffic jams heading South even after not exiting the woods until 8:30pm.
Thanks again for the commentary. I always forward to it. You put a smile on my face!! 👊🇺🇸😂. And yes eclipse was awesome. Traffic not so much
@@stevelabombard1777 Exiting the woods we saw the 7 mile "traffic jam" on Rt. 73 and since our car was facing North and no traffic North on Rt. 73 we went North to the Keene STEWARTS and had a couple of milkshakes and waited an hour for traffic to clear but still caught "the traffic bubble" around Exit 27 of the Northway and only went between 5mph and 40mph all the way to Exit 22 (Lake George) where it widened to 3 lanes and it was still crazy crowded but at least a steady 65 mph. . . . overall left home at 5:15am to start the drive up and started hiking at 6:30am hit the summit at 1:30pm and stayed on the summit until 4:00pm then out of the woods at 8:30pm and ended up home (Hudson Falls) at Midnight, but more than worth it.
Cool bridge cool trail and a cool hiker and America baby ❤ thanks hawk😊
Thank you so much for bringing the trail to me when I can’t be out there. So beautiful and not peopley 😂
Big finnish!! Great videos i had no idea what that trail was about. Thank you ! 😊
Love Mile-crushing Hawk! Happy hiking!
Thanks for the ride. I really enjoyed how much this hike brought you to following beautiful creeks, streams and rivers.
That sure seems like a great hike. Thanks for sharing with us all. Your looking good. Looking forward to your next adventure. 👊🇺🇸👏
Congratulations HAWK! I’ve enjoyed watching your journey. You’re better than ever!
Hawk,Check another Trail off the book. Congratulations ! Will We see you soon? Stay Positive. and keep Hiking. God Bless
Nice trail. Love all the creeks and rivers. Views today were great. Loved the different colors within the forest you were walking through today. Boy, you knocked out some miles today. Glad you were able to finish today. I'm with you. Would much rather spend a rainy night in my van than on top of a mountain at the fire tower. Thanks for sharing the BMT with us. If I was physically able to hike, this one would be on my bucket list. See you on the next trail, Craig.
Looked like a really peaceful trail. Love all the creeks. Some nice views. Thanks for letting us go a long. Safe travels.
Congradulations you completing your journey Hawk. Got busy and lost track of you. I've been winter hiking up in New Hampshire still. Lots of snow. I hope to go back to day 3 and so on. Look forward to your next exploitation.
This has been a fun trail to watch. It might even be something I could do before I retire. These shorter trails are all I can seem to find time off for. At least for now.
Good times, Craig!
Happy Trails until next time.
I've been to that campsite with the Metal Bridge from this morning's video twice! It's a great little campsite you were right about those bear cables by the bridge because mice ate the crap out of my food bag the first time LOL
The first time we stayed at that campsite was on a 50 plus mile loop from Newfound Gap up to tri corner back to Laurel Gap and then back to Newfound Gap. Laurel Gap shelter used to be one of the last caged in shelters in the Smokies, but it looks like they've definitely redone it lots of horse trail up in that area. That Loop was one of my favorites because you had the Ridgeline of the northern part of the Smokies and then got to experience that back country trail. The northern part of the Smokies is absolutely some of my favorite hiking ever
It's great to hike alone, but if you do have a friend, let him go first, so it takes down all those spider webs😂
Thanks for sharing the journey
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"The Mile Crusher" resides within him. BMT....check it off.
Check Baby!!👍👍
Oh No its over and done now what do I watch !!!
PERFECT!! Congrats Brother!!
Damnit, back to waiting for the next Hawk adventure. BMT was nice though. A little bit ATish and a little bit IATish.
Funny is I was watching 5 stacks video yesterday. He gets in to Port Clinton, he's walking into town saying "Man, I could go for some Thin Mints or a candy bar of sorts but it's a shame there's no convenient store in this town." And pushes right on through town. It had me thinking "Dude you're right next to the largest candy store on the AT!" He totally missed it.
Yep he was close!
Hi Craig.
Very much enjoyed your BMT videos.
I lived in Cumming, GA for 22 years (Feb. 1999 - May, 2021).
I walked the GA section mostly alone on day hikes, up and back. So, I was interested in seeing what the sections north looked like. As usual you did a great job in showing us the trail + your good narration.
Like you, I was very disappointed in the blow-down section. Can't understand why a trail like this would have such a section. Certainly, at least they could have put up the markers.
You've given me an idea about hiking in the Smokies. Since the southern end of the BMT in the Smokies is where the AT enters the park (Fontana Dam), one could hike the BMT north to its end. Pickup the AT at Davenport Gap, and hike it back to Fontana Dam.
When I did the Smokies section (I've made it to Caledonia State Park in PA), hiked it north.
Would have to figure out the logistics of food drops (especially at Newfound Gap), but it sounds interesting in theory.
Look forward to your next series.
God Bless!
Jon and I have enjoyed hiking the BMT with you so much!! Your videos are the highlight of our day. Can't wait to go with you on your next adventure...🚶♂️⛰️❤️
Congratulations 💪🏻
Good Morning. It's raining. You put the curse on us. Lol. What a view from the tower but no thanks. 😮😮Well done. Looking forward to the next one.
Looked like a nice peaceful hike. Thanks for bringing us along. Will be watching for the next one!!!
Another trail checked off the list, eh? Good Job! Great views today, and stunning scenery. A truly beautiful trail! What's next?😅
Thanks for the great videos of the BMT. Glad to finally be able to see what the entire length looks like. Ken is a good host and has a neat hostel.
That's a nice trail and it only takes about ten days for me. Thanks for taking everyone along for the trip. I'm looking forward to your next adventure. Take care and return soon. PR!
BMT through the smokies looks like a great hike.
Nice trail and no crowds. Sweet! Thanks for sharing the trip.
Great hike! You are right the trail was so peaceful and untouched in many areas! That long bridge so very cool! From beginning to the end I have enjoyed every step! Thanks for sharing! 👍
Good morning Hawk!!! Awesome trail, the rivers and bridges were so cool!
Congratulations on finishing the BMT! Wow what a day you had. As always it was so cool to follow along with you. Thank you again for the videos!
The views were amazing from the fire tower. Love all the wildflowers too.
Take care Hawk and hope to see you again soon. God bless
Loved every day of your hike. I’m sorry to see it end, but I so appreciate you taking us along. Until the next time, stay safe and God bless!😎
Thank you for the wonderful videos on the BMT. The pictures of the wildflowers were great , lots of different trilliums. Have you done the Bartram Trail ? Take care.
Haven’t done it yet!
Thanks for sharing the BMT. It has been a nice adventure with creeks, bridges, views and flowers along with the adventure of the blow downs. Hope we see you soon.
Great trail, great videos, thank you! Love those foot bridges.
Great final day on the BMT with some amazing scenery from the trail. Thanks for taking us along with you the last 16 days. Nice to see you still got it. Can’t wait to see what your next hike will be.
-Geo
Wow, the scenery of this portion is amazing. It seems that Tennessee takes a little better care of the trail, doesn't seem as many lay downs. Thanks again for sharing. And so many creek crossings. We really enjoyed your videos. Also, the views from the fire tower where amazing. Sad your finishing, nothing to watch now
WOW! Now thats how to complete and check off a trail! The elevation gain and loss and the miles you hiked are insane. I think you still got it! Thank you for choosing to take us on another adventure. It has really got me pumped for this coming hiking season. Enjoy a little time off and I'll see later. 🤜
See ya soon 👊
I got peace n quiet n solitude on the North Country Trail in Pa.
Smokies sure are beautiful…
Keep on trucking hawk ✌️
Nice job! 29 mile day to the northern terminus. Yep, you're still The Man!.. There was no question in my mind. As usual, I really enjoyed your videos. I hope you have something else up your sleeve some time this year. BMT. Check it off the list baby!
Well that was cool the first 3 quarters were from checking your vids were dang tuff those last 2 videos showed a pimp trail.thanks Hawk enjoyed as always now we know what it looks like.
Wow congrats..can't believe you're done.. that was way too crazy fast for me...But pushing out of the elements is good. Awesome job and many thanks for sharing with us...I wish you the best 😊 safe trails highways and byways..
Check it off ! 👏👏👊 thx for taking us along, that was great 😊
Congrats Hawk!
Great hike Hawk...hope to see ya around up here in Maine this summer
It’s Thursday, severe storms went through. Hope you managed to stay dry. Beautiful, would like a cabin back there by the creek.
Thanks for the cool hike Hawk..✌️
Hawk, it's been great. I love all the waterfalls and wildlife in the Smokies.
Happy to see you back out there doing what you love. Enjoying your videos. Stay safe and have fun.
Thanks man 👊🏻 God Bless 🙏🏻 Appreciate you 🇺🇲👊🏻
That’s a wild Irish!
Totally awesome trail!! Beautiful!❤❤❤❤❤
Such a wonderful hike… I will miss it and you!
Thanks for taking us with you. Like you do baby.
Just like you do thanks
HUGE Congrats on completing the BMT ✅
Great Vids as always ✅
Sweet little bluish flower is dwarf crested iris.
supper hike nice trail
Congrats be well
I understand wanting peaceful and quite walking but I'm glad more people are hiking the APT trail more safer for everyone
You don't understand at all
Interesting how many railroads were installed to haul out lumber or charcoal or minerals. You can tell by the land moved to create easy grades for the mules or cattle to pull the carts. You doin the AT this year sir?
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BMT checked - loved it, that was a great trail. Curious, just how many backcountry hikers did you run into in the 300 miles?
I saw a total of 4 BMT hikers 3 southbounders and 1 northbounder
BMT✔ great job Hawk Next?
I’ve got a few ideas!
Thanks enjoyed it!!
I thought you had made a friend with that owl on your back...but it was no owl😕
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I'm at another landmark in life Hawk, 66 and not in great shape. I can probably get out and do a easy section, but 20+ miles a day...no. Thanks for letting us come along. I know recording every trip gets old, but it is a great service to us old fogies. Ill be waiting on the next walk!
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I'm serious. If you like it, keep it to yourself. Thanks, Kanati AT08
May as well knock out the Art Loeb ...
I know right!
Please don't be making comments about the solitude of the BMT. You'll have a whole bunch of people coming on it and our peace and quiet will be gone. And I not joking. There is a group of us Tennesseans (and others), who like it the way it is. Most won't speak out.
I’m pretty sure the trail is for everyone…but I wish I would have known that I wasn’t welcome to be on your trail!
@@CraigMains You misunderstood. There are some people who like the solitude and want to keep it as such. The ATC has, in the last 15 years campaigned to get the whole country hiking the AT and now there's so many that before long you will have to apply to a lottery drawing to get to hike it. Think I'm wrong? In 2008 trail magic on the AT was just that and we had it about 2-3 times. Now it's one long restaurant.
Pretty sad when someone cant identity a very common wildflower
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You should change your trail name to "Big Miles".
I always figured that one reason he’s Hawk is how he flies down the trail..