Ridge walking is the best. Now that my mobility has been reduced, I love finding local "ridge walks" in New England. Nothing like a ridge walk with the mountain laurel in bloom. My adult children ask me, "Where were you all day?" Ridge walkin' in slow motion, kids.
Day 6 sees HAWK up with the Sun for a 23.2 mile day. . . .another beautiful and peaceful day out on trail with lots of woods walking and the Northern Terminus of the Pinhoti Trail (and a Coffee tribute to memories of a past hike) and then a steep climb to Big Frog Mountain before calling it a day at a nice campsite by a creek. . . .and Finally for Today's HAWKISM @14:56 HAWK keeps it short but sweet, "Oh Cool, I Love Ridge Walking!"
@@peterguercio9504 I started doing the HAWKISM a while ago and eventually realized that a synopsis of the day was a good way to pass the time while sorting through the many great HAWK Quotes (HAWKISMS) along the way. . .spoiler alert is usually a combo of HAWK goes further, has more fun and meets more people than anticipated LOL
You made the best decision to move on to this awesome place. Maybe the best spot ever for me on trail. Still remember the swooshing of the creek running by so near. 😄
You had a beautiful day, what a cool trail! I love the sound of the water too. The flowers were so pretty. Take care Hawk and happy hiking! God bless 🇺🇸
Absolutely loved my Pinhoti experience and will be completing that trail over and over thru out my life. Foothills trail is next for me, then finishing up the BMT! Got about 200 of it left
Great as always. Thee Mason jar with a logbook is probably a geocache container. It is a hide an seek game worldwide. People find them with coordinates an clues, they usually have a logbook to sign an swap items/ prizes. Thanks again for the videos. You are awesome.. good to see you back.👍👣🥾🥾🏕
Did not realize the BMT went through Cuhutta. I've been up in there a few times. You can hike the Jacks river but do it in june. You cross the river about 9 times in 9 miles, with no bridges, through the water. that can be deep and rushing. Cold, and you're soaked and freezing at the end. Then you have to do it again back out, or the other way back on trail is longer.
Last week we were at Chehaw state park for the week and actually hiked some of Pinhoti trail. So good to be able to follow you out hiking again. Got behind. No signal last week, meant no internet.
Such an enjoyable hike so far. Very cool you are taking us along. In my imagined "AT and alternatives" dream hike that will never happen (because, life,right?) this trail has been the first leg, then AT to Damascus, then "The Lost Virginia AT," the regular AT to the Tuscarora Trail, and there to Mt. K. Your journey so far, with its great views, un-busy trail, and unique cool stuff, has reinforced the dream, even if just in bits and pieces and overnights. May your path forward be clear and full o' fun.
I just love the cohutta Wilderness!!! I've spent some good time on those trails from Jacks River and the penitentiary Loop along with Conestoga River Trail which is a beautiful Trail if you ever get the chance. Lots of river Crossings but totally worth it. Jacks River Trail is also beautiful but it seems to get more crowded As far as the ridgewalk, I think you were referring to the area around Charlie's bunion just north of Newfound Gap once you pass ice water shelter it's an amazing Ridge
Beautiful day. Great trail. Love the sight and sound of running water. Have a feeling I'd be looking to see if I couldn't find a trout or two in those running waters. Used to go trout fishing twice a year but unfortunately can't do it anymore. Anyway, I'm loving my first experience with the BMT. Really appreciate the way you show us the trail ahead. Thanks for doing that. Take care. Stay safe. See you tomorrow.
You crossed the line from Georgia to Tennessee right when you start up big frog. That is definitely the worst climb on the entire trail. I still have nightmares about it.
I’m loving this. Such a beautiful trail. Have you done any of the Tuscarora Trail? I just learned about it. Like the BMT it parallels the AT. 252 miles VA to PA.
You are making great progress on the BMT. Glad to see you video this trail. I may have missed it in an earlier video but what hammock system are you using? I met you several years ago on the Foothills Trail with Loner and I'm Distribution Center.
You are going to love the upcoming section above Santeetlah Creek. It is true wilderness. Keep your eyes open and you might see some wild boar that are descended from a failed hunting preserve 100+ years ago. They are true European boar not the run of the mill domestic wild hogs that infest everywhere else.
Ridge walking is the best. Now that my mobility has been reduced, I love finding local "ridge walks" in New England. Nothing like a ridge walk with the mountain laurel in bloom. My adult children ask me, "Where were you all day?" Ridge walkin' in slow motion, kids.
Day 6 sees HAWK up with the Sun for a 23.2 mile day. . . .another beautiful and peaceful day out on trail with lots of woods walking and the Northern Terminus of the Pinhoti Trail (and a Coffee tribute to memories of a past hike) and then a steep climb to Big Frog Mountain before calling it a day at a nice campsite by a creek. . . .and Finally for Today's HAWKISM @14:56 HAWK keeps it short but sweet, "Oh Cool, I Love Ridge Walking!"
I get a kick out of your cliff notes version of Hawk's day, but I try to avoid them until I finish watching the video. Spoiler alert~
@@peterguercio9504 I started doing the HAWKISM a while ago and eventually realized that a synopsis of the day was a good way to pass the time while sorting through the many great HAWK Quotes (HAWKISMS) along the way. . .spoiler alert is usually a combo of HAWK goes further, has more fun and meets more people than anticipated LOL
You made the best decision to move on to this awesome place. Maybe the best spot ever for me on trail. Still remember the swooshing of the creek running by so near. 😄
The sunrise was as fantastic as the rest of the day. Big mile day, good for on day 6. Thanks for taking us along. Love the videos, thank you
Another day of living vicariously. Thanks, Hawk. Stay safe.
I love walking ridgees Only you can say that so elequently. . So great to have you back CM.
You had a beautiful day, what a cool trail! I love the sound of the water too. The flowers were so pretty. Take care Hawk and happy hiking! God bless 🇺🇸
Absolutely loved my Pinhoti experience and will be completing that trail over and over thru out my life. Foothills trail is next for me, then finishing up the BMT! Got about 200 of it left
Great day! So peaceful.
Cheers to the Pinhoti cheers! Excellent.
Another great day on trail! Happy hiking!
Great as always. Thee Mason jar with a logbook is probably a geocache container. It is a hide an seek game worldwide. People find them with coordinates an clues, they usually have a logbook to sign an swap items/ prizes. Thanks again for the videos. You are awesome.. good to see you back.👍👣🥾🥾🏕
Great ridge walking and also few people. I loved the scenery and the trails seem well maintained.
Did not realize the BMT went through Cuhutta. I've been up in there a few times. You can hike the Jacks river but do it in june. You cross the river about 9 times in 9 miles, with no bridges, through the water. that can be deep and rushing. Cold, and you're soaked and freezing at the end. Then you have to do it again back out, or the other way back on trail is longer.
Last week we were at Chehaw state park for the week and actually hiked some of Pinhoti trail. So good to be able to follow you out hiking again. Got behind. No signal last week, meant no internet.
That looks like a beautiful trail. I can't get over how clean and well maintained it looks. Awesome day, thanks for sharing.
Safe Trails
Thank you so much for including us on your hiking adventure. Beautiful scenery.
Great video Hawk! It's just great to see you back on the trail ,for a long long time I have been following you. Thanks Bro for sharing!
Such an enjoyable hike so far. Very cool you are taking us along. In my imagined "AT and alternatives" dream hike that will never happen (because, life,right?) this trail has been the first leg, then AT to Damascus, then "The Lost Virginia AT," the regular AT to the Tuscarora Trail, and there to Mt. K. Your journey so far, with its great views, un-busy trail, and unique cool stuff, has reinforced the dream, even if just in bits and pieces and overnights. May your path forward be clear and full o' fun.
Beautiful day! 😊. Great miles! Love the sound of the water! Rest up & Hike On 🙏🥾🧗♀️🏕️🇺🇸
What a beauty of a trail. Restful and clean. Stay safe.
Looked like a good day hiking. Safe travels.
I just love the cohutta Wilderness!!!
I've spent some good time on those trails from Jacks River and the penitentiary Loop along with Conestoga River Trail which is a beautiful Trail if you ever get the chance. Lots of river Crossings but totally worth it. Jacks River Trail is also beautiful but it seems to get more crowded
As far as the ridgewalk, I think you were referring to the area around Charlie's bunion just north of Newfound Gap once you pass ice water shelter it's an amazing Ridge
Beautiful day. Great trail. Love the sight and sound of running water. Have a feeling I'd be looking to see if I couldn't find a trout or two in those running waters. Used to go trout fishing twice a year but unfortunately can't do it anymore. Anyway, I'm loving my first experience with the BMT. Really appreciate the way you show us the trail ahead. Thanks for doing that. Take care. Stay safe. See you tomorrow.
Beautiful sunrise 🌅 and spring flowers 💐 😍
Man it’s great to have you back!
We love us some Hawk.
Cheers Hawk!
Back on the trail. Great to see you Hawk. Thanks for the entertainment my friend 🎉
You crossed the line from Georgia to Tennessee right when you start up big frog. That is definitely the worst climb on the entire trail. I still have nightmares about it.
There arent hostels every few miles, free hot meals every trail head and the look at me mindset on that trail.
Missed you and your videos very glad you are back an d hopefully you feel ok
I’m loving this hike so far!
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Thanks man 👊🏻 God Bless 🙏🏻 Appreciate you! 🇺🇲👊🏻
Thanks for sharing the trail
I’m loving this. Such a beautiful trail. Have you done any of the Tuscarora Trail? I just learned about it. Like the BMT it parallels the AT. 252 miles VA to PA.
I’ve heard of it
Awesome day
Thx again as i ice 🧊 new knee just three weeks getting along without the cane … progress … like a hike
You are making great progress on the BMT. Glad to see you video this trail. I may have missed it in an earlier video but what hammock system are you using? I met you several years ago on the Foothills Trail with Loner and I'm Distribution Center.
Dutchware Chameleon Hammock…with a LiteAF tarp
Thanks for the info. I have a Chameleon too but with a Dutchware tarp. Good combo. Catching up on your BMT videos now. 👍🏼
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Brilliant pics 👊
Here comes the sun
You are going to love the upcoming section above Santeetlah Creek. It is true wilderness. Keep your eyes open and you might see some wild boar that are descended from a failed hunting preserve 100+ years ago. They are true European boar not the run of the mill domestic wild hogs that infest everywhere else.
I really thought you were going stay at a nice warm hostel.
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celebrity trail...
Too bad the timing didn't work out better, camping at the top of Big Frog Mountain would have been nice for sunset and sunrise.
How long of hike will this be and how many days?
About 3 weeks…290 miles
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Ha purples or blues close enough :-)