I’m Here Because I Want to Build a Life I’m Happy With… | Appalachian Trail 2024

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  • čas přidán 24. 04. 2024
  • We cross the 300 mile mark of the Appalachian Trail in North Carolina. This video is the 6th episode which was shot over the course of maybe 6 days. Thank you for watching! PS. I also post regular short updates on my Facebook page ‘Derek Cullen Outdoors’.
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  • @EddieJoe55
    @EddieJoe55 Před 2 měsíci +11

    Me Irish friend, tis the BEST directed & edited AT videos on CZcams!

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks very much. I really appreciate this amazing feedback 🙏

  • @charliem5332
    @charliem5332 Před měsícem +2

    It's a privilege to get to choose your own suffering. That is so profound. I love it.

  • @troyjenkins3886
    @troyjenkins3886 Před měsícem +1

    My Moms maiden name is Sims.She is pretty sure some of her ancestory was Scotish/Irish.They called the Mountain home for years.Really enjoying your adventure,thanks so much for taking us along.

  • @DartmoorPaul
    @DartmoorPaul Před 4 dny

    Your videos are truly inspiring and moving, Derek. The human story and journey’s that you capture are wonderful and sets you apart from other thru-hike vloggers that I have watched. It’s a joy to follow you. Happy trails.😊

  • @paddyo3841
    @paddyo3841 Před 2 měsíci +6

    All my ancestors came over from Ireland in late 1880s …settled in southwest Pennsylvania Appalachia area …but they never forgot their roots and love for Ireland, my ultimate dream is to return to Ireland

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +1

      You should definitely get over there Paddy 🙏

    • @paddyo3841
      @paddyo3841 Před 2 měsíci

      I’m praying on it brother ❤

    • @DollyMullet
      @DollyMullet Před 2 měsíci

      ​@@DerekCullenOutdoors Hey I was wondering been looking for a few days blessings

  • @cumberlandquiltchic1
    @cumberlandquiltchic1 Před měsícem

    There is a CZcams channel
    Called , Celebrating Appalachia. Her name is tipper and she talks about the language, music, plants, cooking, gardening, everything appalachia life had and has to offer. Keeping the past alive. She also has a blog called, The Blind Pig and the Acorn. It’s a rabbit hole though,,,, maybe when you have a spare moment or when you get off trail. I think you’ll enjoy it. She lives near me here in the smokies.
    I have so many questions about what you do, did, home, etc. I see you’ve done a lot of traveling. Good for you!

  • @kathleeneverson
    @kathleeneverson Před 2 měsíci +4

    I look forward every day to watching your videos of life on the trail. I feel like I am right there with you all, and enjoying every minute of the camaraderie - without the sore feet! Happy Trails! Kate from Canada.

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci

      Haha thanks so much Kate. Really appreciate these kind words of encouragement 🙏

  • @suemoore1965
    @suemoore1965 Před 22 hodinami

    You sure make people think and talk 💕❤

  • @susancarey2388
    @susancarey2388 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I am an Appalachian woman , my family came from Cork and Kerry in the 1700s . My husband is a recent immigrant from County Kildare , I too am walking the AT , in sections. I love your videos and I look forward to each new post. Welcome to America.

    • @DollyMullet
      @DollyMullet Před 2 měsíci

      David this is by far the MOST BEAUTIFUL VLOG OF THE HIKING THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL ..THE THOUGHTS EXPRESSED ARE SO DEEP ROOTED AND MEANINGFUL you being a foreigner is also giving so much information as you hike along THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE PAUSES TO GIVES US THE EXPERIENCE OF BEING THERE TO ENJOY VIRTUALLY THE BEAUTY OF THE TRAILS AND FOREST

  • @susanmacisaac260
    @susanmacisaac260 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Thank you for including the Scots Irish diaspora in the Appalachian Trail story.

  • @sonyafields5514
    @sonyafields5514 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I have so enjoyed your videos. You bring such depth to not only your experience of the Appalachians but also to the individuals around you. Thank you for sharing your journey with me. My family is from the Appalachians and I see a lot of them in your narrative. Looking forward to sharing more through your lens.

  • @MaineUSA
    @MaineUSA Před měsícem

    You are amazing!!! You have a gift.

  • @soggybottomhikes6915
    @soggybottomhikes6915 Před 2 měsíci +1

    You have a knack for making great videos. The content is interesting and different.

  • @user-ek9le4sn1w
    @user-ek9le4sn1w Před 2 měsíci +1

    La Breithe Shona Duit!!!! My boss is Irish too and his birthday is on Sunday!! Anyways glad I stumbled across this page I've enjoyed your journey! You look so refreshed! I am currently in talks to hike the AT next year! 😁 Sending you all the strength and stamina you need to conquer Shenandoah! 💙

  • @margf.6773
    @margf.6773 Před měsícem +1

    Very good video. Thanks.

  • @BaltistaniBoys
    @BaltistaniBoys Před 2 měsíci

    Absolutely amazing nice sound. Thanks for sharing your adventure. Guys I recommended you visit the himalayan mountains k2 and Nangaparbat view point from one place moses peak.add this sound in your bucket list

  • @WPA33SC
    @WPA33SC Před měsícem

    Count me among the Scott-Irish with a good bit of German. Been enjoying your AT videos.

  • @jimhenderson387
    @jimhenderson387 Před 22 dny

    I keep repeating myself, but I love your videos! And I love your interviews and the wisdom and intelligence of your hiking mates. I'm also wondering if you have an artistic background. Or maybe a visual arts background. I'm betting you do.

  • @angelacronin184
    @angelacronin184 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Awesome scenery! Love the relaxed chats/camaraderie! Amazing video! Derek so great of u sharing the AP with us!!❤

  • @Carolsite
    @Carolsite Před 2 měsíci +1

    I’ve had the chance to visit 3 of the presidential homes in Virginia--Washington, Jefferson, and Madison! Love hearing quotes from them! Great videos! Keep the heart good-you are smiling so much in these!❤

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci

      That must have been so interesting to visit them homes! Thanks so much 😊

  • @Wisegirl357
    @Wisegirl357 Před 2 měsíci

    Proud of you

  • @ThomasFoy-qe7bd
    @ThomasFoy-qe7bd Před 2 měsíci

    All the best for your adventure

  • @kudlakp
    @kudlakp Před 2 měsíci +1

    You are an amazing storyteller!

  • @daggy1778
    @daggy1778 Před 2 měsíci

    HELLO,YOU, dear Derek...........................I am a german woman with german roots but my heart is irish....................so deep in my heart(perhaps in earlier life I was an irisch herbal witch).....................take care of you and Blessings and Greetings to all of you from Daggy,Kiel,Germany☘☘☘

  • @musingwithreba9667
    @musingwithreba9667 Před 2 měsíci

    The Smokys and the Blue Ridge got their name because of the blue tinged "smoke". It's very pretty. I used to live in NC in the foothills, (I'm from, and now live again in, Toronto) and we'd go driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway a lot, just to pull over at the over looks and take it all in 😊

  • @patmc2629
    @patmc2629 Před 2 měsíci

    Excellent

  • @sassipantsyoga5868
    @sassipantsyoga5868 Před 2 měsíci

    🥰🥰🥰 The Blue Ridge Mountains will look even more blue as all of the leaves fully emerge. Lovely video!

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thank you. Yes it’s already starting to look very different 🙏

  • @user-sn1ue6tt4v
    @user-sn1ue6tt4v Před 2 měsíci

    I enjoy watching your videos and that you show your trail tramily and the camaraderie you share with them. And the side conversation.

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for letting me know. I love tying to pick up parts of these conversations 🙏

  • @michaelburke248
    @michaelburke248 Před 2 měsíci

    Hi Derek. Great episode. The history of the AT related to Ireland is amazing.
    Loving the journey, all good.

  • @jaynegrow9156
    @jaynegrow9156 Před 2 měsíci +1

    GREAT video! Love the scenery, love the comradery, love the different people you encounter along the way.

  • @100Noddy
    @100Noddy Před 2 měsíci

    💜

  • @rosekelleher1094
    @rosekelleher1094 Před 2 měsíci

    Beautiful video Derek,you certainly met a fantastic bunch of fellow travellers, waking the Appalachian Trail.Have a wonderful day,God Blrss you all.

  • @dianeforney420
    @dianeforney420 Před 2 měsíci

    Excellent video! Loved the scenery, meeting your friends and hearing the history! Can’t wait for the next one! Tell Emilia hello from Illinois! Lindy Arnold’s daughter Diane. ♥️

  • @binflynn1
    @binflynn1 Před 2 měsíci

    It’s like a episode of big brother only outside and everyone gets on

  • @zoocare2
    @zoocare2 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you Derek for another wonderful trail episode! I look forward to them. You and your trail partners are so inspiring. I suddenly have the urge to eat Pringles!😋

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci

      Haha please have a Pringle! Appreciate the words of encouragement 🙏

  • @christinabourke4854
    @christinabourke4854 Před 2 měsíci

    Great video Derek! Fascinating about the Scots Irish too. You would make a great interviewer Derek! 💚

  • @erikabusser
    @erikabusser Před 2 měsíci

    Emilia’s mom introduced me to your videos! They are amazing!! Thank you for sharing your journey! May God bless you as you endeavour to complete the entire AT!

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Ah lovely. Thank you so much for watching and for the blessing too 🙏

  • @nualacostello1798
    @nualacostello1798 Před 2 měsíci

    Omg hi guys loveing this video

  • @thegoodwaymatador
    @thegoodwaymatador Před 2 měsíci

    Another great vid! You planning on being at Trail Days? Would love to treat you to a beer. -Matador

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Hey Matador! No plans to go to trail days…doesn’t sound like my kind scene to be honest lol

  • @nojabhere
    @nojabhere Před 2 měsíci

    Any News on Bigfoot? 😅 all jokes aside what a great series so far. Greetings from Cork

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks so much! I’ve heard some sounds out there at night but no signs of bigfoot himself 😜

  • @robertbates6057
    @robertbates6057 Před 2 měsíci

    Derek, I'm so enjoying your videos. Keep em coming. Rob

  • @sonnywhelan9928
    @sonnywhelan9928 Před 2 měsíci

    Again another brilliant video did I miss you getting a trail name

  • @conifermorze2273
    @conifermorze2273 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Pringles--perfect!--one question-what do you do to keep ticks off? they are a big problem here in Vt-never were when I was growing up

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +2

      We don’t worry about ticks and pick them off if they appear m. They are here and everywhere else and the only way to avoid them is to not go outdoors lol 🙏

    • @conifermorze2273
      @conifermorze2273 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@DerekCullenOutdoors same here-but I must admit I keep checking as I walk along

    • @jimmyjenkins9240
      @jimmyjenkins9240 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Your videos are like chapters in a very interesting book. You are a great storyteller. Using more than just words, you use the scenery, the animals, the grandeur and those marvelous questions to move the tale along…to develop the multiple story lines and characters. I find these vlogs fascinating and can’t wait for the next chapter! Thanks posting for us.

  • @mickcollins2746
    @mickcollins2746 Před 2 měsíci

    Bob's back 🥳🇮🇪 great video Derek.

  • @galelascala105
    @galelascala105 Před 2 měsíci

    Hi Ben! Hug from your Other Mother. I can't wit to see your plant pics.

  • @auzzieaustin4946
    @auzzieaustin4946 Před 2 měsíci

    Pringles ❤😂

  • @anghart8622
    @anghart8622 Před měsícem

    Do you guys share cooking ever when food is low and just see what you can come up with to feed u all

  • @BruceEllmaker
    @BruceEllmaker Před 2 měsíci

    💞

  • @sonyafields5514
    @sonyafields5514 Před 2 měsíci

    Also what type of camera are you using?

  • @HawkeyeNikster
    @HawkeyeNikster Před 2 měsíci

    You found the lizards!! 😊

    • @HawkeyeNikster
      @HawkeyeNikster Před 2 měsíci

      Great video!

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Yes this was a red salamander :)

    • @johnparis9960
      @johnparis9960 Před 2 měsíci

      Every time I watch your vlog I am emotionally moved and feel as if I am on trail . Thanks for sharing your dream. Peace ,Tuna

    • @DerekCullenOutdoors
      @DerekCullenOutdoors  Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@johnparis9960lovely to hear this. Thank you !!

  • @belfastderry1546
    @belfastderry1546 Před 2 měsíci

    Derek tu parle français !?

  • @paddyo3841
    @paddyo3841 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I hate Pringles… the ultimate abomination of the potato chip…you must’ve been biting your tongue