I have a thought on the swollen ankle... the fluid from the knee can be traveling via gravity into the ankle. The ankle is the lowest point where the fluid collects. Just a thought.
I swear you missed your calling on being a television star. These videos are SO good. I loved the segment about the new generation of forest trees starting again. Safe travels. We love you!
ive been watching these types of videos (and his) since 2014. he really is better at this than most people, has a real talent for knowing how to talk to us in these videos. Got to meet him in person and he is even more awesome/.
Wasn't ready for the cliff hanger! Now we have to worry about for two days. My wife and I are following you from UK, and really enjoying the journey you are sharing. Love your attitude to the nature around you. Stay safe out there.
This portion of the trail reminds me of Rotorua, NZ and Whakarewarewa Forest. Geothermal features with sulfur abound and then, just a few miles away, the cleanest air around.
I grew up in northern California, and it is like the desert. It's the dry heat. Redding is regularly as hot as the desert in the summer. You get about a ten degree drop up near Mt. Shasta and Lassen. I hope you stop by Burney Falls. It's worth it!
Dial it down before an injury happens that is serious enough to end your hike. Your body is speaking to you but you aren’t listening. Don’t let arbitrary speed and distance goals cloud your judgement. It doesn’t matter what you did in the past. If your hiking partner’s pace is overwhelming your body, then it’s time to break away and find the pace your body doesn’t hate.
Oh my Jason, please, you and Bigfoot be careful out there, and be sure to hit the bushes with your trekking pole if you think there are snakes lying in wait. I hope the ankle and the wrist is doing ok. Hang in there! 🙂
So Day 80 is June 30, keep on truckin' ! Good to see your back on the trail, that while the knee problem is still there, but it has gone down but now the ankle is an issue. Slipping on lava rock is not good but neither are the smaller holes on the trail. One wonders what if anything is next ?
Part of the lymphatic drainage cycle. If there is no pain and it's simply puffy (no redness or pain etc) odds are your body is simply regaining it's pathways and moving the fluid around. Fact that your knee is suddenly not as swollen suggest its doing well. Cold water and movement will help the drainage.
There is a type of tree in NorCal that only makes new trees due to a fire opening the pinecone and freeing the seeds.. Try laying on back and leaning feet on tree so you're at a 90, ultra runners to this to get the lymp fluid back thru the system... And/or rub fingers from ankle up to lymph glands in groin area. I'd take a spice baggie for the boring meals.
burn areas really are something else/ sad but hopeful, very interesting to hike through... some are crazy just how much the fire burns though, some sites are pure dust, trees just vaporized/ still, it all comes back eventually....// rough day on the ankle but sounds like you got past it by now
Too bad Drakesbad was closed they have hot pools to sit in might have done your knee some good. I never went in the mileage was wrong to stop. The head game is 90% of it. Oh you passed up seeing the caves!😮 Cache 22 is a lifesaver! I saw the biggest bear print I’ve ever seen south of Alaska on that rim hike. Scared the crap outta me as I was alone and it was fresh. Took a few falls like that, very scary hope you are ok.
Was the lake water mountain cold or warmed by the thermal heat? Come back in 30 years to see how much it’s grown up. I hope your injuries are minor and you feel pain free tomorrow. Beautiful country.
as you came to your epiphany I was just thinking about the regeneration and rebirth a forest goes through after a fire and how it is a natural process. As important as growing up. What an amazing opportunity you have to experience it as it happens. 😉
Hope your injury isn't so bad it keeps you from enjoying your trek. Not sure if Castle Crags is visible from the PCT; it was beautiful when I visited in 2022.
Too bad Drakesbadcwas closed they have hot pools to sit in might have done your knee some good. I never went in the mileage was wrong to stop. The head game is 90% of it.
The deer peaking his head up @ 2:00 made my day 😅😅😅❤❤❤
"Yo Hiker!!" - Deer probably
"Yo Adrian!"
--Deer
Get ready for an entirely different level of beauty in Oregon and Washington!
I have a thought on the swollen ankle... the fluid from the knee can be traveling via gravity into the ankle. The ankle is the lowest point where the fluid collects. Just a thought.
I swear you missed your calling on being a television star. These videos are SO good. I loved the segment about the new generation of forest trees starting again. Safe travels. We love you!
If he was a star, may he be like Survivorman. . .humble and resourceful.
ive been watching these types of videos (and his) since 2014. he really is better at this than most people, has a real talent for knowing how to talk to us in these videos. Got to meet him in person and he is even more awesome/.
Wasn't ready for the cliff hanger! Now we have to worry about for two days. My wife and I are following you from UK, and really enjoying the journey you are sharing. Love your attitude to the nature around you. Stay safe out there.
I'm in Sacramento, grew up in Tahoe. This heat wave is unprecedented, take your time. Stay hydrated and stay safe.
It definitely is unusual, especially after all the snow.
Excellent quality! So good......thanks
Hope you're OK after the fall.. you're such a hero. Take good care of yourselves. So glad Bigfoot's traveling with you.
Heck yeah, Frozen. We’re all with you. Thanks for the inspiration and wisdom.
This portion of the trail reminds me of Rotorua, NZ and Whakarewarewa Forest. Geothermal features with sulfur abound and then, just a few miles away, the cleanest air around.
This is your best video ever reflecting on how nature continues to renew itself. The creation of God is beautiful.😢
Nature is a beautiful amazing thing ✌️🤙
Congrats on 80k subscribers!🎉🎉🎉
Keep on keeping on! That ending took me back to watching the Sopranos ending. 😂. Glad I'm following along on Instagram as well!
Hope you made it to camp safely and are well after your fall😊
The 3 phases quote is beautiful. Showing us the resilience of nature. Thank you so much, you are a talented story teller.
Beautiful episode, very well shot and a moving narration. Life finds a way 🩷
Keep the faith gentlemen. The difficult is what make it so great, what makes the accomplishment that much sweeter!
He makes beauty from ashes!
Great video as usual. So sorry about your injuries and discomfort. Dang it! Sending prayers for healing your way. 🙏❤️
I will also do nothing to help
Wow, just checked your milage in your map, you guys are CRANKIN it! Yinz will be in Oregon in no time!
Glad to hear your knee swelling has gone down. 👍👍👍
Hat creek rim is wicked
Allergic reactions can be pretty volatile, so I wouldnt be too surprised with the ankle flaring up.
I grew up in northern California, and it is like the desert. It's the dry heat. Redding is regularly as hot as the desert in the summer. You get about a ten degree drop up near Mt. Shasta and Lassen. I hope you stop by Burney Falls. It's worth it!
Congrats on the 80k subs!!!!
I bet that swim felt good can’t believe that other water was steaming! My half sister lives on Mt Shasta somewhere never been there though
Dial it down before an injury happens that is serious enough to end your hike. Your body is speaking to you but you aren’t listening. Don’t let arbitrary speed and distance goals cloud your judgement. It doesn’t matter what you did in the past. If your hiking partner’s pace is overwhelming your body, then it’s time to break away and find the pace your body doesn’t hate.
Oh my Jason, please, you and Bigfoot be careful out there, and be sure to hit the bushes with your trekking pole if you think there are snakes lying in wait. I hope the ankle and the wrist is doing ok. Hang in there! 🙂
So Day 80 is June 30, keep on truckin' ! Good to see your back on the trail, that while the knee problem is still there, but it has gone down but now the ankle is an issue. Slipping on lava rock is not good but neither are the smaller holes on the trail. One wonders what if anything is next ?
Part of the lymphatic drainage cycle. If there is no pain and it's simply puffy (no redness or pain etc) odds are your body is simply regaining it's pathways and moving the fluid around. Fact that your knee is suddenly not as swollen suggest its doing well. Cold water and movement will help the drainage.
There is a type of tree in NorCal that only makes new trees due to a fire opening the pinecone and freeing the seeds..
Try laying on back and leaning feet on tree so you're at a 90, ultra runners to this to get the lymp fluid back thru the system... And/or rub fingers from ankle up to lymph glands in groin area.
I'd take a spice baggie for the boring meals.
I hope your ankle heals quickly
Wonderful video! The earth changes and grows just like we should as humans. Feel better w your ankle!
burn areas really are something else/ sad but hopeful, very interesting to hike through... some are crazy just how much the fire burns though, some sites are pure dust, trees just vaporized/ still, it all comes back eventually....// rough day on the ankle but sounds like you got past it by now
Too bad Drakesbad was closed they have hot pools to sit in might have done your knee some good. I never went in the mileage was wrong to stop. The head game is 90% of it. Oh you passed up seeing the caves!😮 Cache 22 is a lifesaver! I saw the biggest bear print I’ve ever seen south of Alaska on that rim hike. Scared the crap outta me as I was alone and it was fresh. Took a few falls like that, very scary hope you are ok.
Was the lake water mountain cold or warmed by the thermal heat? Come back in 30 years to see how much it’s grown up. I hope your injuries are minor and you feel pain free tomorrow. Beautiful country.
as you came to your epiphany I was just thinking about the regeneration and rebirth a forest goes through after a fire and how it is a natural process. As important as growing up. What an amazing opportunity you have to experience it as it happens. 😉
Hope your injury isn't so bad it keeps you from enjoying your trek. Not sure if Castle Crags is visible from the PCT; it was beautiful when I visited in 2022.
The rejuvenation of a forest fire is one of the reasons why I refer to them as beautifully tragic. 😊🔥
Jason, hornet and wasp bites can take weeks to get over. Hang in there.
Nice cliffhanger...
Excessive syrup charge!
Consider being checked for Lyme's disease. Joint swelling and pain are a symptom.
You guys be careful. Oregon Gov declared state of emergency because of fires.
Too bad Drakesbadcwas closed they have hot pools to sit in might have done your knee some good. I never went in the mileage was wrong to stop. The head game is 90% of it.
Is Big Foot keeping a blog or Vlog of this hike? Would love to follow him as well if he is chronicling his hike.
For now reason your ankle swelled up? Dude you walked over 1200 miles on it.. give your body a bit of grace...
Just curious; why do you wear tennis shoes instead of hiking boots?
Most thru hikers wear light weight trail runners. Check out any video!
@@susanb4481 I had noticed that on many videos i have watched and just wondered why. I would have thought hiking boots would be better but guess not.
only 2 bucks you could get 8 ramens
dont become a shill guy sponsered
Kill the music!
Dude you look old. Watch your 2019 AT hike.