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It’s not that weird. You wipe very gently and cautiously starting with a smooth rock or some green leaves when you get the chance, then move on to the hand. Only use one hand. The other is on the bottle of water. No cap. Rinse, wipe hand in dirt, rinse again. Repeat as often as you need. Then, put the water bottle down, grab sanitizer with your clean hand, and squeeze sanitizer into your hand. After that, pour some water and non-scented Dr. Bronner’s (just a small drop) on your bum area. That’s a little messy at first, the pouring of water. After that, it’s all done. No biggie. Just keep your pants off.

If you want, I would maybe just pack two tissues per poop. The rest of it would be the hand system I just discussed.

@@AdventuresinBackpacking I totally missed that part lol 😂

@@AdventuresinBackpacking this is reminding me of my time in the desert. But everyone got sick on base lol

Thank you!

Thank you so much for the kind words, Roger!

One of our favorite trips. What a beautiful place!

Good guess! Just keep your eyes peeled!

It’s a beautiful hike. Have a great trip!

Agree- Marsha and Dave are the best! Sadly, don’t think they do breakfast any more. Still worth it, of course!

That’s exciting you have a trip coming up! Our packs were perfect. We carried a phone, a charging cable, a battery pack, a British plug adaptor, a set of town clothes, wind gear, backpacking umbrella, toothbrush and paste, camera gear, money and cards in a Fanny pack. We carried two liters of water. We stopped for meals and water along the way. There’s nothing we wish did differently. It was an excellent trip. The trails were very well-maintained. Bulls were our only trail challenge. Are you from the states? Definitely stop in the local inns and pubs for meals!

Thanks, Fernando. There are lots of hiking groups and “meet ups” depending on where you live so you can meet new friends to hike with!

@@AdventuresinBackpacking Thanks for the info. Some of these groups are dating online groups and I don't like that. I'm gonna be 53 yrs. old and my dating days are over. Perhaps I'm not looking in the right websites, and Google isn't guiding me in the right path. Or their could be a possibility that there are no groups near me, but I'll keep searching. Thank you again.

@@fernando6801 Do you have a local chapter of AMC (Appalachian Mountain Club) near you? REI also does group hikes.

@@AdventuresinBackpacking There are no AMC Chapters near me. I live in Taylorville, Illinois. I'll check with REI.

We met others of similar age with less experience than you and your parents along the trail. There are definitely challenging sections, but as long as you’re prepared, slow and smart, you’ll be fine! Let us know what you think afterwards!

Yes, I would say this would be the most challenging section with a dog, but the sketchy sections are short. Ladder Ravine would also be challenging with a dog, but he may be able to find his own way down. Hope you both have a great hike!

Thanks, Paddle and Hike!

Sorry we missed these comments! Hope you had a good hike and your dog Maggie was able to hike a good ways with you!

@@AdventuresinBackpacking Thanks Maggie and I were both able to hike the entire trial together and we went back this summer and hiked another 130 miles or so. This year the trial was much different, super wet but we still had a good time. We got caught out in that big storm on July 10-11 which was not very good but we found our way out safe. Take care

Wow, I'm impressed she was able to make the entire trail. She must be a tough cookie! Congrats on finishing the trail, to both you and to Maggie! Hope you enjoy the fall hiking season@@@mtadams2009

They are a great addition, especially if the conditions are perpetually wet as the LT tends to be. We think for most people and common expectations, dry camp shoes are a must.

Good luck, Scott! Will you be posting video content to your channel?

@@AdventuresinBackpacking I will not. I have much respect for those like yourself that can hike and create content. You do a nice job. Take care.

@@mtadams2009 Nevertheless, if you think about it, check back in with us and let us know how your experience was. We’re pulling for you. The LT is a tough challenge for sure, but with enough preparation and mental endurance, anyone can hike and finish it. You got this!

@@AdventuresinBackpacking Thanks for your support and I will. I feel good, I have been out hiking with my pack, mountain biking and working out in the gym. My gear is dialed in and light. Take care

Thanks for taking the time to write. Are you going NOBO or SOBO? How many days are you budgeting? I wish you the best of luck! If you need any help planning, let me know. I’d be glad to help. - Northstar

@@AdventuresinBackpacking I am going north bound. I am doing the first 100 miles with my dog Maggie and then returning in late September or early October to finish the last 173 or so miles. I am in no rush and take pretty much as long as I want, since I am retired. I have enjoyed your videos. Thanks for your support. Take care

@@mtadams2009 Wow, it sounds like you are going to have a wonderful experience, considering you’ll be sharing some of your trip with your dog. We saw a lot of doggies on the trail, and they all seemed so happy to be out their. We’re rooting for you!

@@AdventuresinBackpacking I completed my first 100 miles with my dog Maggie and things went more than perfect. It only rained for about one hour over my six days. I purchased Crocs but left them in my car at the last minute. I like my pack streamlined and generally don’t hang anything. Plus since I was carrying my dogs sleep system, food etc I needed to cut something. I never hit any real mud, my feet never got a bit wet. Crazy since that is all I have heard about. I was definitely lucky with the weather. I had the same battery charger I think as the one you used but when I return in September I will use Nitecore 10 m ah unit. It’s less than half weight if the Anker unit. Not as many charged but since I have my dog I have to cut weight someplace. Also ditching my Western Mountaineering 20 U L for a Zpacks 20 Degree wide quilt. I am also ditching my dogs sleep system. I will use a pad for her and we will share the wide quilt I ordered. I know the second half will be harder but the first 100 we’re wonderful. I found myself hiking late into the day because of the perfect weather and long days. I am going to slow it down and take my time on the second half. I know it’s harder but since most of my hiking takes place in the Whites straight up and down is all I know. I can definitely see why you have done the trial more than once. It’s wonderful. Since I am retired I don’t need to hike if the rain does not stop. Take care

@@mtadams2009 congrats on the experience, and for applying your new knowledge on improving future trips. What was your favorite section?

Most of the thru or sections hikers we met along the way had started alone. If the question is, would I feel safe, then yes. I would feel very safe hiking the trail alone. There are so many friendly faces you meet along the way, and we never encountered anyone we felt was dangerous. The only sketchy experience we had was off the trail.

There’s a small spot behind the shelter.

There were a few sections through sand, but nothing significant. Have a great hike!

Thank you. Just checked out your channel and subscribed. Looks like beautiful hiking in your area!

Thanks for the feedback.

We carried a portable charger for the phones- an Anchor 10000, which was more than enough. We kept our phones on airplane mode most of the time. This most recent NOBO took us three weeks to complete. Thanks for watching!

@@AdventuresinBackpacking when you finish the trail how did you get back to your car home Greyhound bus?

Checked out your channel and saw that you have some videos set on the Cape as well! It’s a very pretty hike. We would definitely recommend it.

This year, we hiked late august. The flies were there, and headsets were occasionally required, but it wasn’t unbearable. We’ve been in early summer, and the flies were atrocious. And I’ve heard they’re pretty bad in May as well. I would expect em.

Thank you! Western MA is absolutely beautiful, especially in the fall!

Thank you!

We plan to create a resupply video soon. I don’t think I saved the Google doc, but do you have any specific questions about resupplies or distance?

Yes! So glad we found it. Thanks for watching!

We do use crampons, spikes, or nano spikes when the conditions require it. Anytime from November to early May in NH, VT, or ME, pretty much expect to have spikes in your pack. It’s a must.

There are vids we did where we did use spikes. See our videos climbing Camel’s Hump, Mt. Abraham, and Mt. Ellen.

Haha! “Mama, Dada, Action!”

Thanks, Julie!

Thanks! Just subscribed- looking forward to seeing your Colorado thru hike!

Hi Dylan, yes. There is a great water source and at least one tent sight right on the water.

You are correct. We did not do a great job, and it is an issue that we are still working on fixing for future videos. Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback. We appreciate it!

So 1950's. Let me "splain". It's good to be back on the trails again.

What a great compliment! Thank you!

Thanks, Connor!

You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed your hike!

Thank you for the kind words!

Thanks for your support, Michael!

Thanks for your support! Just took a peak at your channel and subscribed. Looking forward to checking out some of your hikes!

Thanks, Mark!

Thanks, Cool Breeze!