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Hiking with Jerry
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Registrace 28. 07. 2020
Jerry here! Hiking and backpacking is one of my passions. My channel is from the perspective of a section hiker; trail hacks, the basics of backpacking, and some of my anecdotes from the many mistakes I've made over the years. I don’t know if I will ever become a thru-hiker, so I’m likely just like you; enjoying the trail when I can get away from work.
This channel began as your basic "this is how I do it." I've now evolved this into hiking to raise awareness for causes which I feel are important. On the local, national, and international level, I feel moved to try to raise awareness and money to help make the world a better place. A gigantic goal, I am aware. Can one person make a change? Yes!
Out on the Appalachian Trail my trail name is Monsoon.
This channel began as your basic "this is how I do it." I've now evolved this into hiking to raise awareness for causes which I feel are important. On the local, national, and international level, I feel moved to try to raise awareness and money to help make the world a better place. A gigantic goal, I am aware. Can one person make a change? Yes!
Out on the Appalachian Trail my trail name is Monsoon.
On The AT Across The Roan Highlands
A 30-mile section hike on the Appalachian Trail, starting at Iron Mountain Gap and finishing at Highway 19E in Tennessee.
The Mountain Blazers, a hiking club based in the southeast, ventured across the Roan Highlands, an iconic part of the Appalachian Trail. The trip did not disappoint. Wonderful views and great times spend with friends.
Our hiking club has become an extended family of sorts. At the end of each adventure we each look to our next time together in the woods.
We hope you enjoy!
Chapters:
0:36 shuttle ride not going well
1:05 campsite conversation
1:35 first view
2:48 roan highlands
3:00 a word from our hikers
4:05 2nd night campsite
5:04 Ryan has something to say
5:42 little hump and hump mountain
6:15 food
Our hiking club is based on Facebook: groups/mountainblazers
Want to learn more about backpacking? Visit our website: mountainblazers.wixsite.com/mountainblazers
This video is a Mountain Blazers production owned by mountainblazers.com, all rights reserved.
The Mountain Blazers, a hiking club based in the southeast, ventured across the Roan Highlands, an iconic part of the Appalachian Trail. The trip did not disappoint. Wonderful views and great times spend with friends.
Our hiking club has become an extended family of sorts. At the end of each adventure we each look to our next time together in the woods.
We hope you enjoy!
Chapters:
0:36 shuttle ride not going well
1:05 campsite conversation
1:35 first view
2:48 roan highlands
3:00 a word from our hikers
4:05 2nd night campsite
5:04 Ryan has something to say
5:42 little hump and hump mountain
6:15 food
Our hiking club is based on Facebook: groups/mountainblazers
Want to learn more about backpacking? Visit our website: mountainblazers.wixsite.com/mountainblazers
This video is a Mountain Blazers production owned by mountainblazers.com, all rights reserved.
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Through My Eyes
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You might want a little volume for this one. :) A small window from a few years of section hiking on the Appalachian Trail, from Georgia to a few hundred miles into Virginia. As a section, I am now at mile 637 in Virginia (Pearisburg). Most of this was filmed while with my hiking family, The Mountain Blazers. Some of it was during a few solo hikes. Thank you for visiting Hiking With Jerry. The ...
Overnight on Black Balsam Knob
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A group of us did a little exploring in the Shining Rock Wilderness, in the Pisgah National Forest, and had a nice stay on top of Black Balsam Knob. The Mountain Blazers, a hiking club based in the southeast, with members in South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Our hiking club is based on Facebook: groups/mountainblazers Want to learn more about backpacking? Vis...
52 mile AT section hike in Virginia
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The Mountain Blazers, a hiking club based in the southeast, returned to Virginia in April to hike from VA 615 (Laurel Creek), with the goal of making it to VA 635 (Stony Creek). A less-than-desirable weather forecast brought us off trail early. The highlight of our trip was our planned stay at Woods Hole Hostel. This is a small window into another fun, though challenging, hike with great friend...
Mountain Blazers in the Virginia Fall Foliage
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The Mountain Blazers, a hiking club based in the southeast, took to Virginia in late October to hike among the changing colors of fall. This is a small window into what was a gorgeous hike under perfect weather, with great friends. Our hiking club has become an extended family of sorts. At the end of each adventure we each look to our next time together in the woods. We hope you enjoy! Our hiki...
41.2 Miles on The Appalachian Trail via Grayson Highlands
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A great hike, with a focus on our fun hiking club, Mountain Blazers. Traversing the Grayson Highlands State Park is one of the treasured portions of the Appalachian Trail. It did not disappoint on this hike. Heavy rains on our first day could not stop our resolve. We were determined, and rewarded. Our hiking club is based on Facebook: groups/mountainblazers Want to learn more about...
My Return To Virginia
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My return to Virginia via the Appalachian Trail. I first hiked on the AT in Virginia in 1986, and later during college I spent much of my free time hiking and camping around the Damascus area. Returning to this area via the AT was a great experience. Though I briefly discuss it in this video at the end, I remain focused on hiking to raise awareness and money for the victims of domestic violence...
80 Miles on The Appalachian Trail
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Three of us on a journey, backpacking 80.6 miles on The Appalachian Trail. The longest section hike on the AT for either of us. These are the highlights from an experience we will not soon forget. Northbound on the AT from Davenport Gap, TN to Sam's Gap, NC. Though I briefly discuss it in this video, I remain focused on hiking to raise awareness and money for the victims of domestic violence, s...
32.5 Mile AT Section Hike from Deep Gap, NC to Unicoi Gap, GA
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Highlights from a section hike from Deep Gap, NC to Unicoi Gap, GA. My goal was to capture the essence of a section hike through videography and a focus on the post production aspect. I hope you find this one enjoyable. Want to learn more about backpacking? Visit our website: mountainblazers.wixsite.com/mountainblazers This video is a Mountain Blazers production owned by mountainblazers.com, al...
Carrying & Treating Water On The Appalachian Trail
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An overview of ways to treat the water you collect in the wilderness. For me, how much I carry while hiking, and treating my water, are two subjects which go hand in hand. It's about planning; knowing the conditions you will encounter on your hike. Will water sources be abundant? How much I carry while hiking is dependent upon the availability to refuel along the route. And then, I want to have...
On The AT With A Section Hiker
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In this segment I take you through a 30.8 mile section hike on the Appalachian Trail, from Iron Mtn Gap to Hwy 19E in Tennessee. This section crosses the Roan Highlands. I discuss my thought process as I approach my campsites, as well as a few "trail hacks" for you to consider. Enjoy! Project Blaze, hiking for awareness, continues. Donate to The Joyful Heart Foundation: donate.tiltify.com/@mons...
Coffee On The Trail - The Pour Over Method
zhlédnutí 333Před 3 lety
In this segment I demonstrate and discuss how I make coffee while out backpacking, using the pour over method. This video only briefly discusses other methods for making coffee on the trail, with the focus on the specific procedure I use. Project Blaze, hiking for awareness, continues. Donate to The Joyful Heart Foundation: donate.tiltify.com/@monsoon/project-blaze - Main website: www.joyfulhea...
How To Do An Appalachian Trail Section Hike
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Section Hike On The Appalachian Trail Basic questions to answer for an AT Section Hike - How many days do you have available? How far do you plan to hike total? - How far do you plan to hike each day? - Are you okay if your mileage is shorter than anticipated on one of your days? - Are there roads along your route in case you need to come off the trail early? - Do you plan to leave vehicles at ...
AT Section Hike - 39 Miles
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Appalachian Trail in The Smoky Mountains - Clingman's Dome, NC to Davenport Gap, TN. This is my 39 mile section hike, from Clingman's Dome, NC, to Davenport Gap, TN. I cover some of my preparations, to include my total pack weight, but the focus of this video is my experiences over 3 nights on the Appalachian Trail. To read my trip report from this hike, go to www.mountainblazers.com/post/39-mi...
Great video! Some friends and I are planning on camping here soon. How much time would you say it took to get from the parking lot to the site?
What month is that?
LOVE the color gradient on the mountains at 2:42 😲
Your video is so clear, I feel like I am there. Thank you!
Any plans on upcoming videos / hikes
For people watching this in 2022 and beyond, the "Guthook" mobile app is now renamed "Far Out". There are mobile versions for IOS and Android as well as a desktop browser version.
Just found your channel. I like the way your content is informative and relaxing to watch. Thank you.
Well made video, thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks for the informative video. A little tip to save some weight. Instead of carrying that heavy 6oz. Nalgene bottle, to collect water, cut the top 1/4 off a Poland Springs 16 oz. water bottle. It is paper thin and way lighter. It can be folded up almost flat or fit inside other things in your backpack.
I’m so glad I found your channel. I’m planning on doing a LASH beginning on my 55th birthday (March 2025). Like you, I tend to be an “ultra planner”. So I’ve been watching hooouuurrrss of videos, since I live in west Texas and don’t have any nearby trails to “test” on. So many of the videos I’ve come across are the “ultralight-thru hiking-gurus”. Also like you, I’m “budget minded”. And I also don’t have $6k to spend on hiking gear.😉 So many of those people are goal oriented, only focusing on the ending. You seem to be doing it for the enjoyment. I’m planning my LASH to be enjoying the journey that leads to the ending. Wherever that may be is anyones guess. I’m giving myself 2 months to begin with, with no ending mileage that’s set in stone. And who knows, I might make it to Neels Gap and be done. But then again, I might go on past the 2 month mark and get to see the sign at Katahdin???
I’m considering the same thing as you. Hopefully it works out for both of us.
Thank you. I always wanted to do a section hike but could never figure out how the transportation would work with only one vehicle.😉👍
Thank you Jerry
I brought the maps for the AT. Now hiw do I learn to use them? Help😂😂😂😂
The best advice I can give from my computer is; just study them, both sides, and try to figure it out. Maybe do a google search similar to this, "how to use the AT pocket maps."
Jerry, I just found you on CZcams. I was wondering do you do guided hiking? Or are these individuals that you know from home and go with you? My first hike on the AT was with some church friends. Since then I have been hiking with my sons but I did my first solo last fall. I am planning to get out there in August with some church friends again. Thanks for sharing your planning!
I sort of run a hiking club, so it's just friends. I'm not qualified to be a guide. I would need to attend NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School). Thanks for your comment! :)
Nice video. Looks like you all had a great time.
Did the Mount Rogers Loop this past weekend with some new hikers. Had a great time, they loved it, and it was beautiful weather
Went out this past weekend. The weather was great. Roan mountain is always beautiful.
Nice video! Thanks for sharing!
What a lovely video! Thanks for sharing.
Incredible campsite! Those views were amazing!!
They are!
Will smith & cris rock
Watching this as I’m passing by that hostel on 19 E on my daily commute :)
thank you so much for this video! i will be coming back to this as a guide whenever planning a new section!
I'd like to find something like this in ny where I live
Awesome Jerry! I've complete a couple of "loops" here in Virginia, but plan to tackle the Maryland section of the AT this spring. Hopefully I'll complete more of Virginia this year also! Be safe.
Thank for the video Jerry! My 16 yr old son and I are going to hike this section for his spring break in mid-March. This will be our first time on the A.T.. Quick question: How did you arrange a ride from Big Creek Ranger Station to Clingman's Dome? Also, do have any other advice for us? Thanks!
Valuable info on section hike maps. Thank you 🙏
I was going to park at Amicalola Falls and hike about 3 weeks worth and then get a shuttle back to Amicalola Falls... have people done that before? How many days do you get out of your propane/fuel tank?
Why do people think that no one knows how to hike?
Because of all the questions?
Do you need a permit for a section hike?
For most of the AT, no. Only through the Smoky Mountains and Shenandoah in Virginia. For the overwhelming majority of the trail, no permit is required.
Thank you for your videos my wife and I are starting to hike of course we are going to start out small with day hikes first and your videos are really helpful
Great video, very informative. I spent a lot of time around the Nolichucky kayaking down the river. Just upstream from Uncle Johnny's is Devil's Creek (you can hike up along the RR tracks, and a good benchmark is the RR has a small, short bridge over the creek) which leads up to Lost Cove. My understanding is that the town was started around the Civil War where the settlers wanted to get away from the war. When I hiked up there many years ago some of the old buildings were still standing, barely
Hey there Jerry! Just subbed your channel to support a fellow CZcams vlogger and section hiker out there. Nice advice. I have never seen that 1st map you have. Very cool. Love Guthook. It will always be that to me rather than the new name. Thanks for making this video for people wondering how we do it. Looking forward to following along with your channel and watching more of your videos. ~RVA~
Hey! Thanks so much!
Doing same section NOBO in September, thanks for the vid man
Enjoyed chatting with you today, Jerry! Great conversation, brother!
Thanks! The pleasure was mine!
Does the water from those pipes have to be filtered?
Yes. Definitely.
@@hikingwithjerry5560 Thanks Jerry :)
Looks like a blast. Sorry I couldn't make it. Hopefully we can do another hike soon!
Congratulations about your acomplishment, seems all of you have a nice time...
This looks like fun, sure wish I could join you! However, I hike with a doggie and use a hammock. Can you handle that? LOL If you ever come to NJ, let me know!
Plenty of hikers take their dogs. You should go for it! Thanks for the comment!
@@hikingwithjerry5560 link to mountain blazers club didnt work. Error message?
@@BosomBuddyCreations, that was weird. I added the link again, but I also added the link to our Facebook group. I've moved away from listing the trips on the website. We do all of our planning and discussing on Facebook now.
@@hikingwithjerry5560 i do not do facebook :(
nice video. thanks for sharing. by the way, i love your hat!
thanks! I'm so pleased that you enjoyed it!
Enjoyed the video and the hike! Looking forward to the next one...
doing my first section hike soon
Have you been out yet? If so, how did it go?
@@hikingwithjerry5560on june 8th will do my first secction hike
Nice video great overview 😊👍 if you can't get water cause it's just a trickle we used a big leaf 🍃 for building a small pipe on the pct and built a micro barrier to put the water over the leaf in the bottle 😊👍
Very cool. I’m out on the AT right now, and I did see someone had done exactly what you describe. I’ll remember this for the future. Thanks! 💧
@@hikingwithjerry5560 sure sharing is caring 👍👌 looking forward to you at videos.
Gorgeous sunset! Thanks for the video.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Nice video. I like your blogs too. I am planning my own section hike this summer, in anticipation of doing the whole AT next year, or longer section hikes. My only concern about putting sweaty shirt inside your sleeping bag, as they dry wont the inside of your bag get a bit of moisture? Check out my channel as I have been posting some "getting ready" hikes. Tell me what ya think.
Thanks for the complements! That is great that you are going to do some section hiking. I love it! I agree with your concern about putting wet clothes inside and your sleeping bag getting wet. I hope on the video I said the word "damp." If my clothes are soaked, then they likely do not go in. However, damp clothes will dry, and your body heat will likely dry out the sleeping bag which got a little damp from the damp clothes. This all assumes that the damp clothes in question are a moisture wicking type of fabric. I would not, for example, place wet cotton inside my sleeping bag with me. Also, in the summer I am less likely to do this. I'll just let my clothes hand inside my tent, and the next morning put on damp clothes. My trail hack was mostly for cooler to cold weather.
🔥 Great budget friendly tips for coffee lovers who want to enjoy a fresh cup while hiking.
What is the cost for the shuttle per person?
The cost can vary depending on distance. I have a shuttle scheduled this Sunday to take me plus 2 hikers back to my car. It’s a 30 minute ride and the total cost is $60. That’s probably a bit on the high side, but not out of whack. Thanks for the question. 😊
It is my understanding from other videos, it is arranged by places where you will spend the night like a Hostel and a Hotel...Perhaps is a courteous deed, but not sure. Send an email message to a Hotel in the area and ask them.
Great advice with the shuttles to walk towards your car. Had a situation when I had to wait for hours as I had to walk away from my car due to scheduling and such. I'm also a very detailed planner. Do you take a trail journal to log notes with you while on trail? Just subbed #22!
I don’t take a planner. Just kind of keep it all in my head and then I’ll write a trip report when I get home. Thanks for the question! 😎
@@hikingwithjerry5560 I've been taking a small trail log with me to collect stamps from national parks and other areas. Cool to look back on after several years of hiking. There is a ton of places to hike and explore on my channel that might interest you. Would love to hear your feedback! Cheers
@@MetroOnTheMove, I had actually already started watching. Just commented on one of your videos which appeared at the top of your channel. Are you using a GoPro or similar? Also, do you head mount it, or just use a selfie stick to record videos? I'm gonna watch more of your videos. I like the way you present them - especially some of your time lapse videos. I'm planning to do the same! :)
@@hikingwithjerry5560 Hi Jerry! Yes, I use a GoPro 8 and the jaws clamp to mount it. Thank you for the follow up and the kind words. Glad to hear that you are enjoying the channel! Keep up the great videos my friend!
Thank you for putting this together. Great job!
No problem! Thanks for watching!