Bravo! A very different hiking video than usual. Also, a good reminder that everyone not only has their own preferences, but also needs. And shows that the outdoors are for everyone. Thanks!
Thank you for your videos! I also have a chronic illness which comes with severe fatigue. Still, I love the outdoors and go there as often as my body allows. Greetings from Germany!
One challenge for me as an insulin-dependent diabetic is dealing with low blood sugar episodes in the middle of the night. The treatment protocol for that is usually to consume ~15g of carbohydrates. You may already be seeing the challenge - I'm supposed to keep all my smellables in my bear bag or canister at night, yet gaining access to those items in the middle of the night during a low blood sugar episode is, well, difficult. I haven't come up with any solutions to this challenge other than trying to place emergency food that I keep with me overnight into an Opsack odor proof bag. They don't last very long in my experience. Anyway, thank you for the great ideas! Keep on hikin!
Oh wow- that does present quite the challenge. I know a few hikers with diabetes, but hadn't even thought about how camping trips might be affected by it. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and current solution with the odor proof bag!
Besides Panty liners- I sometimes get super sweaty and the liners don't stick well. You can get thinxs underwear or another brand, but the thin light weight ones are perfect for hiking without panty liners.
Thanks for the chair/stool recommendations.. it’s so hard for me to sit on the ground or hard benches Yes! We have to bring a lot of shit when we go anywhere! People don’t understand but I MUST keep my comfort as a priority or I suffer greatly. I am constantly re-evaluating what I need, what I have, and what works for me. It’s a process. I so want to start backpacking- have been day hiking. It’s discouraging how expensive the gear is- the stuff that is lighter and more comfortable and better quality. Thinking of the sleeping pads & quilts.. I need a good comfortable bed which is why I hate staying anywhere away from home.. so fingers crossed I can find some sufficient bedding that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
You're so welcome! I wish I had recommendations for lightweight and affordable bedding- that seems to be a common issue people run into. Perhaps that's something I could look into in the future! Let me know if you find something you'd recommend to others. Indeed, we need so many things! I used to feel self-conscious that people would judge me for bringing my full size backpack on a short hike or a walk through a park, but hey, I've got water, food, meds, a chair, a jacket, and a partridge in a pear tree, so I'm ready for anything 😄
Thank you so much for all the great information Amy! Forearm crutches are not available in our country, so I bought a pair of very sturdy hiking poles. They are really great, but my palms sweat so much when I use them I get blisters in an hour. I have been wondering what gloves to get and you gave me wonderful ideas what to look for.
Genius idea using a panty liner to keep yourself clean after peeing in the woods. I can't believe I never thought of that! Thank you for the recommendation, I will certainly be giving that a try on my next backpacking adventure.
Great video, new sub!! I've been suffering with arthritis for over 10 years and it's been tough to keep getting outside, some hikes take hours longer than they should but I must keep going.
Thank you! And welcome! It can definitely be tough adjusting to our body's ever-changing limitations. You are not alone ❤️ So glad you found your way here! I did another video on tips for exploring the outdoors with chronic illness/disabilities- you may find that one helpful. And if you have any tips/tricks of your own that you've picked up over the last 10 years, feel free to share those in the comments!
True story: when I got the notification for this comment, I was in the middle of editing a montage for my next adventure video where I'm attempting to carry ~40 pounds of rocks and having a really hard time walking 😄😄 What great timing! Yep, I frequently carry 25-30 pounds of rocks/gear. I am able to carry a little more than that, but only for a short distance and with a lot of breaks. It's worth it for the rocks though! Thanks for watching Corley! Glad to hear you found it informative.
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. Sincere thanks for sharing this most informative video. You did a great job in presenting the information. All the best of good things for you. Please stay safe out there. I look forward to your next outdoor video. 👋 🤗
Hi Ronald 👋 So glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you so much for the kind words and for introducing yourself. I always appreciate getting to know the folks who watch my videos! Looking forward to sharing more soon.
Great information. One of my favorite packs is called Venture Pal. The same pack is made for different companies on Amazon, and It folds into itself and is very light, and surprisingly strong with rip stop material. One thing to mention, each shoe has different size heels/soles, so you might have to do a little adjusting of the crutches to get the right height. Light weight water shoes are definitely nice to have as a backup for any situation. The story behind the making of SideStix crutches is very interesting. Love the bloopers 🤣🤣🤣
Nice! I remember seeing the venture pal when I bought my current backpack. What a cool concept! And that's a great reminder about different shoes/heels requiring different crutch heights. Thank you for sharing! I'm glad you enjoyed the bloopers 😄
I just bought 3 venture pals for my boys to day hike with. I have an REI day pack..but I think I want to get a venture pal for myself. It tucks away so well.
Where I'm from they would say "if you can carry that you must not be disabled". Many people don't really understand the multitudes of complex conditions that have come into existence since we started repetitive labor, doing all these weird things to our bodies, and getting exposed to alien substances. The frustration really mounts you when family members fail to comprehend the truth and start making bigot comments about it. If I could or would carry around a bag of rocks I would never live it down.
Absolutely, you are so right. People don't understand that disabilities are not all or nothing- that just because we can't do one thing, doesn't mean we shouldn't be able to do another, or that each day is different, etc. It can be so frustrating when people don't understand that and assume you must be faking or exaggerating, especially when that comes from family 💔 I hope to do some awareness/educational videos about this in the future!
@disabledinthewild Not every disability is the same. Not even for the same condition. People have different experiences and too often I even hear dumb ideas from people that might have the same condition. We don't have uniform experiences. If only it were so simple. Doctors would be overjoyed if that were true.
you are awesome with a great personality
Thank you Robert! ☺️
Bravo! A very different hiking video than usual. Also, a good reminder that everyone not only has their own preferences, but also needs. And shows that the outdoors are for everyone. Thanks!
That's awesome! Happy to hear I could offer a new perspective/reminder for you. Thank you for sharing that with me!
Thank you for your videos! I also have a chronic illness which comes with severe fatigue. Still, I love the outdoors and go there as often as my body allows. Greetings from Germany!
Thank you so much for watching! Glad to hear you're still finding ways to enjoy the outdoors with your chronic illness 🙂
Stay positive,I admire you for not letting your disability keep you down.Hi five from Germany.
Outstanding
One challenge for me as an insulin-dependent diabetic is dealing with low blood sugar episodes in the middle of the night. The treatment protocol for that is usually to consume ~15g of carbohydrates. You may already be seeing the challenge - I'm supposed to keep all my smellables in my bear bag or canister at night, yet gaining access to those items in the middle of the night during a low blood sugar episode is, well, difficult. I haven't come up with any solutions to this challenge other than trying to place emergency food that I keep with me overnight into an Opsack odor proof bag. They don't last very long in my experience. Anyway, thank you for the great ideas! Keep on hikin!
Oh wow- that does present quite the challenge. I know a few hikers with diabetes, but hadn't even thought about how camping trips might be affected by it. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and current solution with the odor proof bag!
Besides Panty liners- I sometimes get super sweaty and the liners don't stick well. You can get thinxs underwear or another brand, but the thin light weight ones are perfect for hiking without panty liners.
I was wondering if that would work! I'm going to try that next summer. Great tip, thank you for sharing 🙌
Nice video. Dont know how it ended up in recommended, but overall great. Adventure is out there!
Love the doggos! Subscribed!
Doggos are the best 🥰 Thanks for the sub!
Thanks for the chair/stool recommendations.. it’s so hard for me to sit on the ground or hard benches
Yes! We have to bring a lot of shit when we go anywhere! People don’t understand but I MUST keep my comfort as a priority or I suffer greatly.
I am constantly re-evaluating what I need, what I have, and what works for me. It’s a process.
I so want to start backpacking- have been day hiking. It’s discouraging how expensive the gear is- the stuff that is lighter and more comfortable and better quality. Thinking of the sleeping pads & quilts..
I need a good comfortable bed which is why I hate staying anywhere away from home.. so fingers crossed I can find some sufficient bedding that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
You're so welcome! I wish I had recommendations for lightweight and affordable bedding- that seems to be a common issue people run into. Perhaps that's something I could look into in the future! Let me know if you find something you'd recommend to others.
Indeed, we need so many things! I used to feel self-conscious that people would judge me for bringing my full size backpack on a short hike or a walk through a park, but hey, I've got water, food, meds, a chair, a jacket, and a partridge in a pear tree, so I'm ready for anything 😄
@@disabledinthewild that partridge sure comes in handy! ❤️❤️❤️
@@AllThingsConsidered333 😂❤️
Thank you so much for all the great information Amy! Forearm crutches are not available in our country, so I bought a pair of very sturdy hiking poles. They are really great, but my palms sweat so much when I use them I get blisters in an hour. I have been wondering what gloves to get and you gave me wonderful ideas what to look for.
Thanks Nina! I'm glad I could help with the gloves 😁 That's so great the hiking poles have made a difference for you!
Awesome. Keep it up from Malaysia
Thank you BK! 🙂
Genius idea using a panty liner to keep yourself clean after peeing in the woods. I can't believe I never thought of that! Thank you for the recommendation, I will certainly be giving that a try on my next backpacking adventure.
The thinx-air light absorbency are great for hiking for this purpose.
Awesome! Glad I could help!
Great video, new sub!! I've been suffering with arthritis for over 10 years and it's been tough to keep getting outside, some hikes take hours longer than they should but I must keep going.
Thank you! And welcome! It can definitely be tough adjusting to our body's ever-changing limitations. You are not alone ❤️ So glad you found your way here! I did another video on tips for exploring the outdoors with chronic illness/disabilities- you may find that one helpful. And if you have any tips/tricks of your own that you've picked up over the last 10 years, feel free to share those in the comments!
Wow, you’re strong. You carry 25 pounds of rocks, plus your gear? Informative and beneficial video, I watched it all the way through.
True story: when I got the notification for this comment, I was in the middle of editing a montage for my next adventure video where I'm attempting to carry ~40 pounds of rocks and having a really hard time walking 😄😄 What great timing!
Yep, I frequently carry 25-30 pounds of rocks/gear. I am able to carry a little more than that, but only for a short distance and with a lot of breaks. It's worth it for the rocks though!
Thanks for watching Corley! Glad to hear you found it informative.
@@disabledinthewild You motivated me to carry heavier packs for training. Thanks for your time and dedication. New subscriber.
@@corleyoutdoors2887 that's awesome! Good for you 💪 🙌
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. Sincere thanks for sharing this most informative video. You did a great job in presenting the information. All the best of good things for you. Please stay safe out there. I look forward to your next outdoor video. 👋 🤗
Hi Ronald 👋 So glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you so much for the kind words and for introducing yourself. I always appreciate getting to know the folks who watch my videos! Looking forward to sharing more soon.
Great information. One of my favorite packs is called Venture Pal. The same pack is made for different companies on Amazon, and It folds into itself and is very light, and surprisingly strong with rip stop material. One thing to mention, each shoe has different size heels/soles, so you might have to do a little adjusting of the crutches to get the right height. Light weight water shoes are definitely nice to have as a backup for any situation. The story behind the making of SideStix crutches is very interesting. Love the bloopers 🤣🤣🤣
Nice! I remember seeing the venture pal when I bought my current backpack. What a cool concept! And that's a great reminder about different shoes/heels requiring different crutch heights. Thank you for sharing! I'm glad you enjoyed the bloopers 😄
I just bought 3 venture pals for my boys to day hike with. I have an REI day pack..but I think I want to get a venture pal for myself. It tucks away so well.
@@Puddlejumpfun Yep, they definitely are handy because of the light weight and compactness. ✌️👏👏🎒
Great information. Great choices. Nice channel. New follower here. Crow✌️
Thank you so much! Hope to share more soon 🙂
Where I'm from they would say "if you can carry that you must not be disabled". Many people don't really understand the multitudes of complex conditions that have come into existence since we started repetitive labor, doing all these weird things to our bodies, and getting exposed to alien substances. The frustration really mounts you when family members fail to comprehend the truth and start making bigot comments about it. If I could or would carry around a bag of rocks I would never live it down.
Absolutely, you are so right. People don't understand that disabilities are not all or nothing- that just because we can't do one thing, doesn't mean we shouldn't be able to do another, or that each day is different, etc. It can be so frustrating when people don't understand that and assume you must be faking or exaggerating, especially when that comes from family 💔 I hope to do some awareness/educational videos about this in the future!
@disabledinthewild Not every disability is the same. Not even for the same condition. People have different experiences and too often I even hear dumb ideas from people that might have the same condition. We don't have uniform experiences. If only it were so simple. Doctors would be overjoyed if that were true.