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Yes I used to be a scout back in the day. I’ll be honest when I first heard them from the trail, I was horrified. I thought it was a group of partying teenagers. They were really very nice.

Yes I agree they were very nice and I didn’t have to resort to any nefarious activity.

It was a good trip. How did overnight go?

Thanks Rich this was a fun trip. Definitely need to get back there and hit the section from Pine Swamp Hill to Sharon Mountain Campsite.

The AT in Connecticut is about 50 mile and Massachusetts is about 90 miles. At 10 miles a day it would take about two weeks to backpack both states. It think that is a conservative estimate since you would also need to go into town for resupplies and an occasional shower.

@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA wish I didn't have to work so much...would like to do the New England Section at least while the body still can...lol...it's a little beat up right now so haven't been hiking since the fall...been spending more time in the canoe.

You got that right! They saved me big time last weekend in Imp Shelter in the White Mountains.

@justramblinaround, you have to go far off the beaten path to find this gem. I really enjoy history. I didn't really put much editing into this one and didn't publish it to my subscriber feed thinking it would not get to many views and hurt the algorithm. I curious how did you find it?

Juat went directly to your accouny! 😊​@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA

Interesting though regarding Dr. Seuss. I read all those book many time when I was young. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks and welcome

Appreciate the support, thanks

Yes you would be fine with a mountain bike.

Interesting, I have had a similar response when near a paper mill in Maine once. The towers at Mt. Tom are commercial and I’ve never had an issue.

@justramblinaround there is no bad weather, just unprepared people. Filtering water beats bringing all the water you need for the three das. It's about 2 lb per litter. My office celebrates Veterans Day so I usually make a long weekend out of it and go backpacking. Take care.

@amylipkin2116 - Another nutmegger!, Glad to have you on board. Thanks for watching!

It sure does. I have always found something I missed in the way back.

Yes Bruce and Otis good weather can elevate the soul.

@RhodySeth that was a cool donation for sure. I’m glad I got to do it. Thanks for watching!

The Lemon Squeezer was a surprise to me. It was a nice feature to explore. I did a video last year on cold weather sleeping. It can be intimidating if you don’t know what gear you need to stay warm at night.

One day I plan to hike the whole trail from Georgia to Maine. For now I just keep doing section hikes. I have hiked parts of it in Shenandoah National Park, Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire.

@mickybellroberts you have good taste, Seth rocks. Thanks for stopping by the channel.

@UFOParfums she was awesome and she really engaged the group in President Arthur's story. I'm a big fan of both Chester and your mom!

@rhodySeth I did have them to myself on Day 1, but that was a weekday. I had plenty of company on Day 2, which you'll see in the next video. I still have a heathy backlog of recording to work through. Patience is always good to have when you are making mistakes while hiking.

Thanks Kenny you got that right!

It's always a challenge to get in both backpacking and cycling. I love them both. I'll be hiking some f the AT in New Hampshire in June.

Ken, I'll follow up in a week with all the mistakes I made. The most obvious was not realizing there was no water at Silver HIll Campsite. There were two signs warning me and I just blew it. The bypass was just in case the water was flowing too much on the Guinea Brook. I could have researched that and it would not have been a surprise. In the warmer months I would have just walked through it. I have a few miles left from Pine Swamp Hill to Sharon Mountain Campsite to complete before I can put Connecticut in the done column. I'll try to get it this year, maybe another overnight. Take Care

I usually do more homework than I did for this trip. I agree though it was tough not meeting my objective, I’ll get back there again.

@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA I've got a video coming up on Tuesday that was pretty much a total waste of time. Former logging property they turned into a hiking preserve but like the trails were just impassable due to flooding, so frustrating.

Logging can make a mess of things. Wwe have a lot of logging due to the Emerald Ash Bore Beatle killing the trees and then state cuts them down so they don't fall on anyone.

Yes the Air Line was to be a shortcut and that went through the hills instead of along the shoreline. Lots of work to blast the hills and fill the valleys. Thanks for watching.

When I saw the brewery I was thinking of you and Ron!

@jonathanbenn2241 I have heard there is a lot of gravel in that area. I have also ridden in the Green Mountain National Forest near Wilmington.

You’ll definitely enjoy it!

I did that in 2017 and it was cool. I highly recommend totality.

Thanks for the visit

Jodi, it was just as you said. We didn't know what is would feel like, and it was such a cool to experience. I have watched it several times myself just to see our reactions.I hope we live long enough to see the next one. We'll be in our 80s by then. As always, I enjoy reading your comments and watching your videos.

Seth, long before started hike, I used Dona lot of biking on rail trails. The number of trails available now is so much more the the 90s. We are fortunate, not everyone can hike 4Ks

Yes of course! You can drive in Guam. I don’t know of any organized tours, but you will certainly find plenty of history to explore here.

@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA Thanks!

Thanks for the info! I look that one up and check it out. I look forward to seeing your video

Bruce it’s not just the trails, but the e-bikes are all the rage too. Do they have any near you?

@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA Indeed, we do have a few and they are used regularly by many. I know that at one time or another an e-bike will be in my future.

Definitely appreciate the support. I try to provide a mix of views. The POV is one the tools and it’s a good one. It’s been a while since I been able to produce weekly videos. I feel Like I’m getting my editing process dialed in with the DaVinci Resolve software. Take care!

Sarah, I like to know where I’m at when watching a video. So I label the locations in my videos for people like myself who just gotta know(Lol). These trail have been very popular. They have a few down in your area, have you tried any?

@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA I have checked out a couple of the rail trails in my area. It's a great option for hiking when there has been a lot of rain. I have to try and bike more of the rail trails because I do enjoy riding my bike too.

Steve, I have ridden it many times my self and I love its rich history and scenery. I’d be interested in meeting up for a ride sometime in this or one of the other trials in Connecticut, Rhode Island or Massachusetts.

@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA John, It would be great to meet up for a ride. I live in Winsted. I have a very busy summer. Sunday I'm leaving to ride the C&O/GAP trail. Then home for a week before Jan and I travel to Amsterdam NL to do a Boat/Bike tour. We will be there for three weeks. Busy busy, but July and August would be great. I look forward meeting up with you soon. Take care, Steve

⁠Steve that’s cool let’s do that. Ia” am planning to do the C&O and GAP as well in September.

Hi Thomas, hope you are doing well. Let me know when you may be in the area. Would love to ride the trail with you. Take care, Steve

Thomas, this trail would be a good one for you. It’s very accessible by train at both ends. Just like Steve says, let us know if you’re going to be in the area.

​@@steveretiredandcycling Hey Steve, I'm doing well. I haven't decided yet but I'll let you know when I'm heading that way.

​@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSAI definitely wanna do it. I'll let you know when I have plans in place.

​@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA the plan is in place. Riding the trail from New Haven to Springfield June 26'th and 27'th. Let me if you wanna meetup.

"Section bike" that's a new one. Are you a hiker as well? Gld you enjoyed it!

@TimothyKoperek that sounds like a great time! I think you will find there are a few commercial campgrounds and a state park that will work for bikepacking. Morrisville also may have some overnight lodging.

I don’t recall seeing any signs prohibiting overnight parking. It would be best to check with RIDOT, just in case.

Yes you would have enjoyed it. Also in the area is the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historical Site. I have a video on that one too. czcams.com/video/YcA-3D5xBhQ/video.html Thanks for visiting my channel.

It really was. Wonder if Otis would have barked during totality?

@@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA Howling at the moon!! lol

Glad it was helpful!. I have to ride that trail and make another video.