Into the Wild: My Journey on the Appalachian Trail
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- čas přidán 15. 12. 2019
- In 2019, I did something that would change my life forever. I thru-hiked the entire length of the Appalachian Trail.
Into the Wild is a story written by John Krakauer about Christoper McCandless.... and his story was a large inspiration for this journey, hence the title.
You can follow along with my adventures on Instagram: / juliasheehan
My amazon shopping list for this thru-hike:
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I was obsessed with the trail when I was younger. Had all the supplies and waited on the right time to go. Life happened. This video popped up. I felt a physical heart pain. My youngest is a junior in high school. I made my list at REI and am heading there in the morning. I’m going to do this. Thanks for the inspiration.
Just ascended blood mountain today… it’s spiritual man. Honor this commitment.
How did it go ?
I sure hope you went through with it
Did you do it?
Did you do it? My kids are Junior & Senior, I want to take my daughter with me when she graduates high school.
My wife and I hiked the trail in 1974 during our extended "honeymoon". I'm glad to see the younger kids have taken up the mantle. So many memories, still crystal clear, even after almost 50 years. BTW, we're still happily married, in no small part due to the difficult journey we endured at the outset of our union. God bless you.
Awesome!! Thanks for sharing. Congrats!!
GOALS
I ask you how young kids can take 6 months off work and seem to have endless money.
@@js-vm4ku In our case, it was wedding money. You could live pretty cheap back then.
Ok boomer
I heard "I'm hiking the Appalachian Trail in three days," and thought, "I don't think that is possible." Took me a minute to understand it was a starting time, not a finishing time lol
How was it?
Exactly the same 😅
I was sitting here racking my brain trying to figure out who the narrator sounded like... after a google search of famous actresses I saw the answer... Congratulations on having Jennifer Lawrence chronicle your journey...
Yeah, she does sound a lot like her.
She does!!
"do you want to be chained to luxury, money, or do you want to be chained to adventure?" is a great mentality for life
Why not both, what's wrong with money? 😉
It truly is a great mentality. Money is ok especially since you need it to fund the adventures but as long as money doesn’t run your life it’s all gravy
Quote from a guy who went to Alaska and died eating poison plants....
@@Rob-lz5iz Did Chris really say that ? (I did read the book but years ago). If he did my answer would be, "Oops ! Guess he didn't plan that one too well."
The irony is that it takes a good bit of money saved up and often quitting a job to actually do this lol. Its not the beautiful poetic thing people often make it out to be. Its a pretty big privilege go be able to drop everything for 6 months and do something like this.
The AT will stay with you forever. I hiked it in 1997 and I still keep up with most of my trail family. Like I told them at the end of my 7 month hike. "Don't let the AT be your last adventure, keep going, move further out and up"! I hiked the PCT two years later, then trekked through South America, Africa, climbed Kilimanjaro and finally I moved to Australia. Keep following the white blaze! - Globetrotter
What,no job?
Life is for living,, famous words I'd love to do this or I'd love to that,, just do it for a lot off people can't. Top video well done j and family 💪💪👍👍
What? Globe!!! This is Red Stick!
@@UserError404_ he sounds like realistic person. Yah if you that much hiking that many years ago, must have gotten free family money, otherwise how could you keep doing it?
Hows the huntsmans
I don't know you, but from one human being to another: I am so proud of you for persevering.
A journey like this doesn't have to be a life changing spiritual endeavour. Sometimes its nice to simply get out and do something different.
I can’t believe I randomly saw one of my college buddies, Nick, eating an apple at ~15:38 into your video, which I decided to watch after seeing it on my “recommended” feed. I immediately texted him to confirm that it was, in fact, him. Such a small world. 😂🤯
wow
Pretty neat man
That is truly incredible
Davini was my camp counselor at Camp Pemi, I couldn't belive it when I saw him, truely is a small world
@@owengagnon2466 this comment thread just keeps getting crazier
From a poem I wrote ...
"We crossed rivers and streams, and forests kissed by fire.
We trekked steadily upwards, climbing higher and higher.
And just when we thought that gravity prevailed,
We reached a lofty summit; breathed in and exhaled.
And then … oh, then … we gazed out toward a view
Indescribably grand, but captured by few.
Snowcapped peaks extending to horizons afar,
Dancing slowly in shadows and rays from a star.
And in that simple moment, precious and fleeting,
We looked into infinity, our hearts deeply beating.
No words would be spoken. There was simply no need.
Our minds were at peace. Our souls lifted and freed.
"
beautiful
T.J. Perrotti and now I’m crying 😭 Truly beautiful thank you ❤️
@@CWdudeyo You are most welcomed, Ciara ... though Mother Nature really gets the credit here!
That's a pretty amazing poem. Whatever inspired you to write it should be repeated!
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR POEM IT'S TRULY AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL EVERY SINGLE WORD OF IT !! 😍 ❤
I am starting the AT in April 2022. I will turn 50 on the Trail. I have been wanting to do this for 5 years now. I started planning 2 months ago. I am going to be a southbounder. I figure if I can't do the hardest part first I don't deserve the rest of it. Wish me luck!
We are April 2022! How exciting! Did you start?
Julia, thank you so much for your story. You are such an inspiration. As a 50 year old, I have so many regrets, regrets for finding reasons to not fulfill my dreams. I remember, in 1990, when I was in nursing school, telling my dad that someday, I will hike the trail...Fast forward to 2021 almost 2022, I have been a nurse for 27 years, a wife and a mother. I turned 50 this year... you cant get back those years. My husband and I do section hikes, but it's not the same. Do not get me wrong, I am thankful. Life goes by so fast and I hope and pray you are enjoying more adventures!
I'm 53 and planning the trip.......west coast though.
I'm 60 years old and I want to hike this trail. I just hiked Florida and parts of Georgia before someone bought me a bus ticket home. So awesome . thank you lord for the kindness of that person
Try the PCT! I hiked it last year and it’s utterly stunning. The diversity of the terrain and majestic views was mind blowing
I just watched this. Tears. My uncle Ronnie passed away on the Appalachian trail and I always seem to come back and watch other people complete their journey. Very proud 🥺
How he die? Bear attack?
My Condolences. was your uncles trail name Stonghold?
Sorry for your loss. Sad when that happened. He's up there in Heaven still hiking.
Dear Julie and friends, thank you for your grit and perseverance. All my life I wanted to do the AT. But now at age 79 it's too late due to health. I was able to do it through you. I understand and felt your joys and pain. We are all bonded with you because of your outstanding love, struggle, and success. Take us with you, wherever you go in life. Love, hugs and kisses, Jim in Delaware
You should be proud of yourself not just for finishing the trail but also for the great job you did editing this video. I think it is one of the better videos out there showing the trail and what it is like on a day to day and state to state basis.
I saw the length of this video and decided I was not going to watch the whole thing but I. could. NOT. stop. !! I ended up watching every single second! Very well filmed and great story-telling. I'm not lying when I tell you I cried with you when you reached the end, I was so happy for you and your group!! What an amazing accomplishment. I hope, one day, I can finish the AT as well!
Lol I did the same thing to include a little cry of joy for them. Absolutely amazing guys👍
probably the best 50 minutes I spent on CZcams
Absolutely.
Same
Quite possibly THE best AT through hike video on CZcams. Thank you.
Watch Darwin on the trail, Homemade Wanderlust, Bigfoot, they are all awesome.
Good on all of these people for doing this . I pray that everyone who hikes this trail will be safe and love their adventure.
I followed your adventure every step of the way. This video is a great reminder of the whole journey. In March of 2021 at the age of 62 I'll be following your example right after I retire.
That’s amazing!! Good for you!
Good luck buddy, let us know how it goes, I hope that the world is a better place once your trek is complete 🤙🏻
Good luck, bro. Wishing you a very safe and happy trek!
Great!!! Please upload photos on Instagram!!!! Tag me: @buttercup7340
Good luck on your quest, Timothy . I'll be a few years behind you
Wow! I’m not even a novice hiker and I just stumbled upon your video while surfing - and I was thoroughly blown away at not only your grit and determination, but the way you narrated your journey so intimately; you are truly a “reborn” and you’ve managed to convince at least one middle-aged old fogey to get off his behind and go rediscover himself before it’s too late! Congrats on your accomplishment!
Agree man. Hopefully I can do this also before I retire. Let's make the most of our lives.
I am only 15 years old, and your video has made me want to hike the ap. I am planning to do it once I graduate.
Wished I would have done this when I was younger...not trying to make excuses, but I came from a dysfunctional home life, and it took me years to recover from it. By the time I was healed enough to do this, life had caught up with me and I was married and raising my husband's grandchildren. To any watching this that is young enough...DO IT! And GODSPEED!
“Half of me wants it to end now; the other half wants it to go on forever”
Julia- you are AMAZING 🏔 🎈😻
Jon Robberson I literally came upon your comment right as she said that!
I just sobbed. I think this was the final push I needed to decide I truly want to do this. Thank you so much for sharing your story!
Victoria Yartz ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Yesss me too!! We only have one life
I have watched this three times now and I think I've truly discovered my people in this world:)
I do too. Im just scared to sleep alone in the woods!
@@jls935 Hey Jule, you should write a book about your journey. That was a great video I made too. Last:. You are by far the prettiest lady I've ever seen in my life hands down, don't worry just a compliment and besides I live in BC CANADA and well no idea where I live, but maybe in another life I'd hold you and never let you go.
Ive watched this like 10 times and i never get sick of it
Thank you! I adore your support!
“Be nomadic.” YES. Wise words to remember.
That was one of the best things I've seen on youtube in a while. Felt like I was on the trail with you. Congrats, and thanks for sharing.
Wow. Just finished watching. (I was supposed to be doing some work, but could not stop.) .....You are a genius at telling a story through video and the written word. So well done. 👍. If there is a film festival where you could enter this, I highly recommend you do so. It is mesmerizing, beautiful and so emotionally rich. Thank You, Thank You! ❤️❤️❤️
The only hiker to admit she keeps a pee rag. I give her 5 stars for honesty.
1998 Best times of my life! I love watching you young folks. I cried for 25 miles my last day! Very surreal feeling I hope everyone experiences at least once in life. I thank you for taking me back! These days I make CZcams videos with my 95 yr old grandfather but my time will come that I step foot back of the life journey that is the Appalachian Trail. God Bless!
Great work. You didn't dwell on the difficulty, the sore feet, the bad weather etc.. You seemed to transcend the suffering and focused on the beauty and the experience. This is better than 99% of what Hollywood creates. You should be proud of yourself for your accomplishment. Keep up the good work.
Dear Julia, as of this comment I am only 6 mins into your video and I wanted to share with you, I'm crying tears of joy. I have wanted to do the AT my whole life. I'm 57 and it seemed that dream would never be fulfilled. I now live in Blue Ridge GA, not far from the trail-head. I've been hiking a lot of trials here such as the Benton McKay, Aska Trail, Stanley Creek Trail, etc. Thank you for this post.Some dreams never die. I pray I can do this. I'm gonna watch the rest and then give another comment.
Stunning! Walking the trail is on my “bucket list”! Thank you for sharing!
this was a random recommended video that I clicked on a whim not realizing how long it was, and here I sit 50 minutes later. That was actually really well done... hope you find many more incredible backpacking adventures to come and you inspire others to get out and experience life!
Really can't comprehend the 132 thumbs down. I guess some people just don't like anything. This woman put her blood, sweat, tears and heart and soul into this trip and video and shared it with all of us. I found this immensely inspiring. Thank you so much for documenting your trip. I am now looking at taking a solo trip to the White Mountains for a week of exploring, hiking and photography.
I kept thinking throughout this film how very special you are Julia! It was just yesterday that i was young and strong and full of my youth and vitality, and how i wish my 64 year old body could handle this kind of challenge today. But since I know it won't, and old age is right around the corner for me, I will just say "thank you" for taking this journey and for filming it so I could enjoy it with you! God bless you beautiful woman. Be safe, be strong, and keep following your dreams, for life zooms by way faster than you think it will when you are young and bodies aren't made to last forever. Much love to you.
Please ...I do not know your health, so will not judge...but many , many of the people who hike the trail...are seniors.
You are so right Cindy. I am approaching 62. I always hoped my son and I could hike the trail together, but after a double hip replacement I kinda doubt it. He is almost 40 now and totally tied down with his job. I guess we waited too long. We are both in pretty good shape though, since we are very active in cycling.
Thanks for your comments! Although 64 has brought my legs to a wicked crawl, the girl in me can still dream about being able to hike the planet at will. 😸 How very precious our time here is. Make the most out of it!
I’m turning 60 in a week (ugh!) but I see a path where I could do day hikes at some of these beautiful places.
Your right though, we only live once and sometimes I would love to turn the clock back!
I am in awe of you and your friends. What a beautiful adventure to start your adult lives. Never stop dreaming ✨
This is one of the videos that inspired me to do the AT over a year ago when I initially discovered it. In one month, I start my thru-hike! Thank you Julia, you are a huge inspiration to me.
How did/is it going
I am a grown ass man sitting here in total isolation because two days ago I came down positive with Covid. Because of you, I have tears running down my face. No one knows what the future has for us. You have brought to light what I have always known, just not always acted on! Adventure! Appreciating What God has given us! Thank you!
Julia, first, thank you for your service. Next, thank you for being you. You had me
laughing trying to outrun the mosquitoes; crying when you were painfully stung
by the hornets. I know you’ve been searching for knowing who you are, what you
are and where you’re going but it is truly the mystery of living. You have traveled
so many roads in your young life that you’ve already answered most of your
questions and you don’t even know it yet. The real answer is what you are doing
with your life is exactly what life is for. Living it for others. Nursing, tramily,
vlogging among many other things you’ve achieved. Loving yourself first is
the most important thing you can do for you. Thank you for the many hours
of your life you’ve shared with me. As an old geezer pushing 80 I think I
know a little bit about life. Keep living it the way you’re doing. Good luck on
the PCT. IT’s going to be great!
Frank Smiley and, of course, like the good witch of the north said “You’ve had it with you all along, dear.” You are looking for you, and yet, here you are ❤️
A simple walk in the woods makes even big things seem small, and only your trail friends understand how you miss their company in the heat, rain, cold, hills. Same goes for your service. Tnx.
Thanks for the inspiration Julia, a remarkable film and journey. So happy for you and what you and your trail friends did.
I came to tears at the end of this video. I have been contemplating doing this for some time now and want, so badly, to do it so much more so now. Thank you for sharing in your adventure with everyone.
My daughter and I met you and your Tramily while doing trail magic in the Berkshires. I also ran into some of your Tramily on Mt Moosilauke later on. I enjoyed following your hike thru Vlogs and in real life. Thanks so much for sharing.
So many feels. I’m so glad you did this for yourself. 💜
I'm 66 and have watched this video ever since you put it out. It is one of my "watch later" videos that I keep returning to. I've always wanted to do this hike, but as others have said, life gets in the way. However, I plan on retiring May 31, 2023 and will do trial hikes thru the summer in preparation for doing the entire AT in 2024. I can't wait. Thank you Julia for putting such a wonderful video out there. So well done and inspirational. I hope you got out of it what you wanted and your life is better for it.
Good luck I hope to get there one day all the best 👍
Me too - sort of. I retired May of 2023 & haven’t practiced enough so hope for Feb if 2025
Let me know if you start a CZcams of your hike so I can follow.
I've watched this like 4 times. An emotional journey every time.
Sitting at home during the Covid-19 mess and dreamed of hiking the AT. I loved your video and will at least do some sections this year if we ever get out. Thanks for taking the time to make this.
Giving me all the feels! Perfect adventure to watch while in lockdown!
Thank you for sharing your journey! I'm in tears.
Really digging your positive vibes and upbeat attitude. Really takes a person exactly who you are to complete that journey.
You had me in tears at the end too...great job!!!
There is being alive, then there is living. Keep on living Julia, and make your own mold. Merry Christmas. Roger
I just love watching the moments when people reach the and cannot fight the tears. I’d likely cry too. Thanks for sharing.
Nice job, girl. You are one of the few! Thanks for taking us along!
Wow, after watching all your videos from day one this re-cap is awesome. What an incredible journey, thank you for sharing your story.
I've watched a few documentaries on youtube with growing interest in tackling the AT, but this one had something I needed, and I can't really put my finger on it. Thank you for sharing the Tramily and the journey with us - I'll be following your steps in 2021!
Thank you so much for sharing your life and your journey with us.
All I can say is Wow and Congratulations on your completion. I’m glad you found yourself ❤
I just graduated from high school and I stumbled upon this video while watching other AT thru-hikes. This video really inspired me and I also learned a lot from what you shared about how the trail helped you and being able to watch you overcome obstacle after obstacle. Congrats on this huge accomplishment and I hope you know that you've really impacted my life.
You just don't know how much solace, peace and calmness your brilliant video of your AT journey gave me and i'm sure many, many others. At this terrible time of the US pandemic, your video allowed us to share your life experiences as we once knew them. One of the many thoughts you discovered in yourself is EMPOWERMENT. You should know your video is empowering as we view your recorded history. Thanks for sharing the way you did. Brilliant and thoughtful job. Good luck and good health.
*PLANdemic
What a beautiful story and capture of your journey -thank you for sharing!!
Your energy, your love for life just shone through and inspired me. Watched the entire 50mins and left me feeling like sunshine! Incredible journey and achievement ☀️
I appreciate your honesty and your mental toughness ... Bravo!
Absolutely, freakin’ amazing! I am in awe, not only of the beauty in nature that you shared, but in awe of your spirit, courage, and determination to accomplish this! Thank you so much for sharing!!
Great vid Julia ... Im 59 going on 60 yrs old and have done a few things in my life and watching this has reminded me to keep looking for new experiences ... when lots of my mates have already settled for the opposite ... Im creating a " 6 for 60" list of things to do next year and after watching this a really good hiking trip will be on the list ... thanks for the inspiration ...i hope you grew as much as you hoped for and the experience never leaves you ... keep on keeping on ...
Thank you for chronicling your experience. Beautiful.
This is so incredibly beautiful, inspiring, funny and heartfelt. I’m so happy you put this together and gave people even a small glimpse into that stunning trail. I can’t say enough kind words about how much I love and appreciate this video. You’re beautiful story teller with a beautiful soul my friend ❤️
My dear, you put into words exactly how I’ve felt my whole life and that has played a huge part of why I’m setting out to thru-hike the A.T. this spring. You’re video was so inspiring and has me so hyped up and ready to get started in 2 months!! ♥️
Congratulations Julia! Making great memories. Looks like it was an amazing journey...
I have started watching your video and couldn't stop. To see your strength and courage is very inspiring
Rocket, thank you so much for sharing your amazing experience. I had a big ol lump in my throat and tears in my eyes at the end of watching this magnificent journey. You’ve inspired me to get moving. I’m 40 yrs old this year and I’ve watched the past twenty years fly by. Today I wrote in my journal: “Stop dreaming. Start doing. If I don’t start moving soon, I’m going to die behind a desk.”
Thank you, thank you, thank you.
well I am 50 so when you get ready, lets go!
I'm going in 2023, I'll be 61
I section hike the AT with my best friend and follow the AT on instagram and came across you last year and followed your insta story as you made your trek. I'm happy to see you made this documentary and i watched the opening monologue over and over as those were some serious statements on life. It sums up why and what I feel about the AT and life. This documentary is awesome. It gets me excited to get back out there this May for another 65 mile escape from reality.
Thanks for letting me live vicariously through you. I live about 300 yards off the Appalachian Trail and take some day hikes between Pawling New York and Kent Connecticut and I always look forward to meeting and talking to the through hikers
Truly by far the best self-documentary on thru-hiking the AT that I come across on this site.
Bravo! Bravo!
Keep up the great work.
Best AT video I have seem out of hundreds I have viewed. Thank You!!
Ive never felt compelled to comment on a video before but i want to congratulate you on your accomplishment. i too have questioned my place in the world. everything I've learned in life I've found the answer in nature. Ive spent many days on the AT Mostly in Virginia , NH, and Maine I think you too have realized sitting on a mountain top, the order of the universe and where you fit in. A gaze up at the night sky tells you everything you need to know. You will be able to draw on those thoughts and feeling throughout your life in good times and bad. Home is where you are at any moment. Good Luck in the future ! John..
What an amazing emotional journey. Thank you for sharing it, as it is a journey I will not be able to undertake myself. I never realised there were so many challenges along the trail. Something that will stay with you forever.
Thank you so much for making this video and sharing with us! What an amazing journey! Your a legend. Many thanks.
I hiked the A.T. in 2004 and have watched many videos on youtube to take me back to the peace of the trail. Your video and editing is my favorite. You did a fantastic job of telling the story of life following the white blazes. Thank you for the time and effort you took to make this wonderful video.
This video is beautifully put together! I can’t imagine the editing that went into this. Great job and congratulations for completing the AT!!
Not a tedious how to. Great video.
This is one of the best videos ive ever seen. Inspiring, emotional, and breathtaking.
I plan on hiking the Appalachian trail in 2023 it's something I've always wanted too do. I just recently was diognosed with epilepsy so this blessing in disguise has gave me the chance too do this amazing feat this is an awesome video I hope I'm able too make it through thanks for this awesome inspiration!
Thanks for sharing. We followed my son this year on his thru-hike and it was nice to see this now. I want everyone to see this. 😘
Rocket I watched the day to day vid's as you posted them. I just ran across this 1. Great Job and Thanks for Sharing. Can't wait to follow you on the next hike.
Absolutely staggering, in awe of you all 👏🏼
Thanks for that. It was a beautiful and honest fifty minutes. Congratulations on powering through. Thanks for sharing your feelings in the moment. Really beautifully put together
Wow, how awesome. I’m so envious. Lived in Erwin Tennessee for 9 years. Hiked the trail all over big bald area. Always wanted to do the whole thing. Always will regret that I will never do it..
Thanks for a wonderful story....This production is well done, nothing boring, plenty of beauty, lots of sweat, lots of pleasure, some pain. I am 64 now and still want to get on at least part of that trail. When I was younger I did quite a bit of backpacking and I still enjoy going out hiking. Your video has given me a yearning to get out there again. Thanks.
Your videos are so inspirational 59 year's old and I getting back into hiking thank you
Absolutely gorgeous! And the trail was pretty too. You did a wonderful job of capturing and documenting your journey.
Glad to see you are still here on you tube. Starting my thru hike 2/7/20 . Thanks for this interesting video .
Julia I'm very impressed that you did what you set out to do. The whole event has made you a stronger person and left you with some beautiful memories. I wish you all the best in the future ❤️
Loved it! So far, this is my favorite video of a self documented thru hike. Wonderful!
Well done, Julia. This is a great video. To say you should be proud of yourself is an understatement.
What a great and inspiring story and an epic adventure
AWESOME!!! Congrats Rocket. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. I'm a new fan of yours...
Well done. And thank you for taking the time to document this!
Dear Julia, Thank you. It seems that trail magic extends far beyond the trail. (now I'm off for a hike) Happy New Year!