The animations really take this to the next level. What a superb video! "I could be a free, grubby wanderer without it impacting this facade I had built for society." That is a damn powerful sentence.
And your life J J Bean… will never be the same. I’ve done the PCT six times and the CDT twice. Leave a part of your heart there as I have, only to find it again on trail.❤❤
i think you encapsulated a feeling I've had since graduating college...im tired of the facade i need to put up in society. there's freedom out there, freedom from which drags my soul down. i need to start backpacking. thank you jj bean
What a great film. Captures the true trail. Not the miles or the views, but the people, and the way the trail changes you that you never dreamed of. Thirty-four years later I am still Lao Tzu, 1990. You are JJ Bean for life.
This was an amazing documentary of the PCT, and it made me shed tears. I’ve been following journeys of people hiking the PCT ever since I’ve wanted to hike it in 2018. I loved your documentary, I think it’s time for me to hike it as well.
I wish I had found hiking sooner😢. I was busy riding a road bicycle on the road next to cars…..3 mos. ago I just realized it was a stupid dangerous sport. lol now I’m in love with hiking, but I’m 65 years old….. good for you for not imploding over your break up ..be in love with yourself🎉🎉🎉
I just wanted you to know that I’ve always dreamed of doing one of the major thru hikes. I’m on the PCT right now brining trail magic to some SOBO PCTers, as I test my aging body against the heat and climbs of the SoCal desert. I am registered for starting the full PCT next year despite being from far north, and your video was the first to inspire me to say “It’s not too late to try”. Thank You for creating this.
You seem like such a genuine person and this was a beautiful window into what the PCT gives and takes. Wow, appreciated. ❤ from Finland (our national parks are great btw)
JJ Bean omg I love this so much!! 🤩 these pct films hit different when you know the person who made it and recognize so many people in it. It’s crazy to see how intertwined all of our stories are now. Loved watching it, you are a beautiful storyteller. Thank you for making this! 💜
To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, draw closer, to find each other, and to feel. That is the purpose of life. What a great film, showing us the quintessence of life
Dear Hannah. I celebrate your strength. What you have accomplished on the trail is just one of many things that makes me proud to be your uncle. Love Chuck
Hey JJ Bean. It's Rock N Roll. Thanks for sharing. Getting prepped for PCT. Finished AT in Nov. 23. PCT in '25. Peace out and God Bless your journey. RR
It somehow took me nearly a year to find this, but WELL DONE! Attempted in 2022, but it felt more like a section hike kind of year when I reached Acton. Went back last year and started over, flip flopping all around due to snow and hiking 1500ish miles. Not hiking again this year is a struggle. Thanks for helping me relive so many good memories. And man, those trail cries hit hard some days, but so worth it.
I hesitated to watch this because I knew it would make me emotional- but man what a gift it is to have memories so beautiful! Such a perfect film, JJ Bean! -Moo :)
I’m a fellow class of 2022 member who hiked a bit with the sea creatures in California. Even though I was able to get to Canada before the closing, I was so set on getting every mile that I missed out on many of the beautiful memories that you captured in this amazing video. Truly it is about the journey and the people you meet. Send my regards to seaweed and sea biscuit if you still talk to them. -smokestack, class of 2022
This made me emotional! Attempted a Flip-Flop in ‘22. Oh how I remember the fires and coming to that same conclusion towards loving the journey not the destination and the people we made memories with along the way!
Beautifully put together. Best PCT experience film I've had the pleasure of enjoying so far. Fantastic title and excellent storytelling. Love the doodles.
I have watched quite a few such docs about the PCT, some brilliant, some... not so much. What stands out about this one, for me, is the excellent intro and narration. This one has the human side of the story down, it tells us the why not just the what, and it really works. We can identify with the protagonist immediately and that is what makes this film worth watching (among other things).
Wow! What a great story. I started providing Trail Magic for PCTers like you this year. Normally, I'm at Barrel Springs. Why do I do trail magic? Well, I personally have not completed the trail. Only parts as I do my weekend hikes in SoCal. That said, for the past three years i have have several friends on the trail. In 2020, my friends Gregory (Gnome), Brittany (Turtle), and their daughter Maddie (Goose, her nick name) I can't remember her trail name though; completed the PCT. Then in 2022, friends Courtney (Potluck) and Jonah (Pickle) completed the trail. And, this year, my friend Beth (I don't know if she has a trail name) and an old high school classmate , who I hadn't seen in 40 years, and his son are on the PCT. So, lots of incentive for me to get out and do some magic. :) And, no matter how you slice it, you are a 1%er. Congratulations and good luck on future adventures. Thanks for sharing your journey! :)
I wish I’d realized how badly I want to hike the PCT before I’d had a baby. I have a one year old now and I don’t see how I could spend this much time away from her at this age. I’ll have to wait years til I can give it a go 😢
A great story of resilience and friendships. Well done for doing this after living thru Covid in the U.K. signed a Brit who was in Jordan and is now in South Korea. Still hoping to hike the PCT, once the teenagers in my family have done college!
I once nick named someone jelly bean! It’s a name for the best people from the best times! I really hope to live the van life for 9 months in California, you’ve made life beautiful and hopeful for me ~ this video means everything to me 🩷 live on, and live young!
So so we'll scenario narrative and I so impressed. I hope you got what you looking for and finished it. I wonder are you still in touch with see weeds? Once again amazing video.
Thanks for this beautiful video, so nicely shot, edited, and narrated. I'm in the early stages of thinking about a PCT thru-hike and this is the first account I've seen from a queer perspective, which is refreshing and encouraging. Very grateful to have found this video.
The animations really take this to the next level. What a superb video!
"I could be a free, grubby wanderer without it impacting this facade I had built for society." That is a damn powerful sentence.
Thank you Jason!
Came here from tiktok. What a wonderful watch. Thank you 💚
same🎉😅
And your life J J Bean… will never be the same. I’ve done the PCT six times and the CDT twice. Leave a part of your heart there as I have, only to find it again on trail.❤❤
Beautifully said
i think you encapsulated a feeling I've had since graduating college...im tired of the facade i need to put up in society. there's freedom out there, freedom from which drags my soul down. i need to start backpacking. thank you jj bean
What a great film. Captures the true trail. Not the miles or the views, but the people, and the way the trail changes you that you never dreamed of. Thirty-four years later I am still Lao Tzu, 1990. You are JJ Bean for life.
This was an amazing documentary of the PCT, and it made me shed tears. I’ve been following journeys of people hiking the PCT ever since I’ve wanted to hike it in 2018. I loved your documentary, I think it’s time for me to hike it as well.
This was absolutely beautiful my soul craves this kind of adventure and this left me in tears.
I wish I had found hiking sooner😢. I was busy riding a road bicycle on the road next to cars…..3 mos. ago I just realized it was a stupid dangerous sport. lol now I’m in love with hiking, but I’m 65 years old….. good for you for not imploding over your break up ..be in love with yourself🎉🎉🎉
I just wanted you to know that I’ve always dreamed of doing one of the major thru hikes. I’m on the PCT right now brining trail magic to some SOBO PCTers, as I test my aging body against the heat and climbs of the SoCal desert. I am registered for starting the full PCT next year despite being from far north, and your video was the first to inspire me to say “It’s not too late to try”. Thank You for creating this.
I think this may be the best documentary on the pct that I have seen. Thank you.
You seem like such a genuine person and this was a beautiful window into what the PCT gives and takes. Wow, appreciated. ❤ from Finland (our national parks are great btw)
This found me at the right time. Thank you algorithm. Thank you JJ Bean.
Thanks for sharing your beautiful story of hiking and healing.
Very excellent video....inspired me to hike and backpack.....thank you namaste
Beautiful and personal movie, thank you for sharing your journey.
Liking history hiking .
thank you
JJ Bean omg I love this so much!! 🤩 these pct films hit different when you know the person who made it and recognize so many people in it. It’s crazy to see how intertwined all of our stories are now. Loved watching it, you are a beautiful storyteller. Thank you for making this! 💜
Beautiful!!! Thank you for sharing your story and your journey.
I really enjoyed watching your story. Thank you for sharing your experience and journey.
It is indeed the journey. Well done Sis!
Yes! Since being vulnerable takes enormous strength, you are super woman. Love!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful journey and story ❤
Class of 22 here. Loved your journey. It made me reminisce of the good times and good people! Im miss it sooo much. Old Bull.
Five stars and five times as many tears. I loved it.
Beautiful. Thank you…
all we need is people and nature! thanks for making this short film jj bean, it’s truly beautiful 💕
Thank you for sharing this beautiful story with us!
Cannot stop watching this, all over again
Well spoken. Well shared. Much appreciated!
Beautiful video! Thanks for sharing!
Most excellent!
Beautiful story and video. Thanks for sharing JJ Bean
To see the world, things dangerous to come to, to see behind walls, draw closer, to find each other, and to feel. That is the purpose of life.
What a great film, showing us the quintessence of life
Walter Mitty would love this video
Dear Hannah. I celebrate your strength. What you have accomplished on the trail is just one of many things that makes me proud to be your uncle.
Love Chuck
Thank you for sharing your journey. I have continued hope through your story that I will someday complete mine. class of 2017,2019,2021,2022
Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing it!
Beautifully made video. Thanks for sharing your adventure and your story. Well done. Cheers!
Dude I'm living this right now at 25. Crazy.
Hey JJ Bean. It's Rock N Roll. Thanks for sharing. Getting prepped for PCT. Finished AT in Nov. 23. PCT in '25. Peace out and God Bless your journey. RR
Wow, what a wonderful PCT film!
Thank you so much for sharing. I cried tears of joy for you. Thank you for the lessons and the motivation. ✌🏼❤️
this video is forever on my pct playlist
Well done. Well said.
Incredible! I love this. Thank you for putting this together to share your experience.
It somehow took me nearly a year to find this, but WELL DONE! Attempted in 2022, but it felt more like a section hike kind of year when I reached Acton. Went back last year and started over, flip flopping all around due to snow and hiking 1500ish miles. Not hiking again this year is a struggle. Thanks for helping me relive so many good memories. And man, those trail cries hit hard some days, but so worth it.
I hesitated to watch this because I knew it would make me emotional- but man what a gift it is to have memories so beautiful! Such a perfect film, JJ Bean!
-Moo :)
Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed
so so happy for you! thank you for sharing ❤
Good for you JJ. Great commentary and insight to your thoughts and feelings as well as being an inspiration to others including me.
Kick Ass film JJ Bean! Thanks for stirring the memories! Tortuga, PCT 2019
I'm not crying, you're crying - Chaos Muppet (starting Etna-Ashland tomorrow) 💕
Very nice. Thank you.
What a great achievement. Thanks for sharing your wonderful experience with us.
What a fantastic and beautiful video!
What an amazing journey!!! JJ Bean. Thank you!!! I loved your story. How beautifully written and narrated by you. Aloha, Coconut Wireless
Wonderous and inspiring, thank you!
Fantastic video! Loved every minute of it. JJ B runs it. What a hottie! Well done and well deserved. congrats!
You've always been resilient, strong & brave! Proud of you and your journey. Keep going. Love you!
Beautiful story.
Very well condensed video, not your fault about the fires. Congrats!
Hey Thanks great documentary. Just love it
This really inspires me. Thank you so much for making this video, beautiful, raw, honest and absolutely wonderful!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I’m a fellow class of 2022 member who hiked a bit with the sea creatures in California. Even though I was able to get to Canada before the closing, I was so set on getting every mile that I missed out on many of the beautiful memories that you captured in this amazing video. Truly it is about the journey and the people you meet. Send my regards to seaweed and sea biscuit if you still talk to them. -smokestack, class of 2022
What a great journey! So enjoyable to watch.
Great video - love the story and the telling. I start in 43 days. Excited, nervous, and buoyed by this summary.
Well done!!!!❤❤❤❤
This is a very good video. Thank you. You are an excellent story teller. Very honest.
This made me emotional! Attempted a Flip-Flop in ‘22. Oh how I remember the fires and coming to that same conclusion towards loving the journey not the destination and the people we made memories with along the way!
awesome video and thanks for sharing your experience and thoughts. im hoping i can hike the PCT in two years.
Love every minute .... so inspire and well done... I hope you find your unique way and hapiness ... !!
Beautifully put together. Best PCT experience film I've had the pleasure of enjoying so far. Fantastic title and excellent storytelling. Love the doodles.
Beautifully edited. Thanks for sharing your journey!
What a wonderful thing you’ve created and shared about your journey. I’m inspired to plan my own trip now.
Excellent story, beautiful video! Good rhythm and vibes. Congrats for completing a most challenging journey 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Whew.. this was incredible
Очень красивая! И большая молодец, проделала большой путь к путешествию и пройдя сам PCT!
I loved this video …. Great shooting . Thoughtful narration and what a comeback ! Well done and Thank you .
Truly incredible - loved watching your journey!
I have watched quite a few such docs about the PCT, some brilliant, some... not so much. What stands out about this one, for me, is the excellent intro and narration. This one has the human side of the story down, it tells us the why not just the what, and it really works. We can identify with the protagonist immediately and that is what makes this film worth watching (among other things).
Thank you for taking the time to watch and give this feedback, I really appreciate it!
Your storytelling is as good as the trip. It elevates. #JJBean
Wow! What a great story. I started providing Trail Magic for PCTers like you this year. Normally, I'm at Barrel Springs. Why do I do trail magic? Well, I personally have not completed the trail. Only parts as I do my weekend hikes in SoCal. That said, for the past three years i have have several friends on the trail. In 2020, my friends Gregory (Gnome), Brittany (Turtle), and their daughter Maddie (Goose, her nick name) I can't remember her trail name though; completed the PCT. Then in 2022, friends Courtney (Potluck) and Jonah (Pickle) completed the trail. And, this year, my friend Beth (I don't know if she has a trail name) and an old high school classmate , who I hadn't seen in 40 years, and his son are on the PCT. So, lots of incentive for me to get out and do some magic. :) And, no matter how you slice it, you are a 1%er. Congratulations and good luck on future adventures. Thanks for sharing your journey! :)
Hey JJB loved this, I was class of 21, miss it all so much and your film rekindled the special feel of the trail
Good job that was awesome
I wish I’d realized how badly I want to hike the PCT before I’d had a baby. I have a one year old now and I don’t see how I could spend this much time away from her at this age. I’ll have to wait years til I can give it a go 😢
Loveeed this!! Amazing film, amazing journey, thanks for sharing x
Wow! So inspiring and insightful! Thanks! Great video!
Fab vid, loved watching it.
This is one of the best videos I’ve seen in a long time. Thank you for sharing this amazing journey and story. ❤️
A great story of resilience and friendships. Well done for doing this after living thru Covid in the U.K.
signed a Brit who was in Jordan and is now in South Korea. Still hoping to hike the PCT, once the teenagers in my family have done college!
I once nick named someone jelly bean! It’s a name for the best people from the best times! I really hope to live the van life for 9 months in California, you’ve made life beautiful and hopeful for me ~ this video means everything to me 🩷 live on, and live young!
Great video!!
Beautiful footage and compelling storytelling! I love this. Thank you for sharing. I also love those sketches. :-)
So so we'll scenario narrative and I so impressed. I hope you got what you looking for and finished it. I wonder are you still in touch with see weeds? Once again amazing video.
So amazing, congrats Hannah!!
Fantastic video and story!
good journey !!!
This was so good! Makes me miss the pct! ❤❤
Just randomly found this video, what a happy surprise to see people I know in there haha
Super well done JJ Beans!
-BabyCow
Thanks for this beautiful video, so nicely shot, edited, and narrated. I'm in the early stages of thinking about a PCT thru-hike and this is the first account I've seen from a queer perspective, which is refreshing and encouraging. Very grateful to have found this video.
Awesome to see that's a fellow brit has completed this. I am planning to do this in 2025, Another great Video,