Thank you for answering these questions. You three are so guinuine and honest. I appreciate that so much about you. Friendships like you three have is such a blessing. You encourage and support each other so much. That's what true friendship is all about. Sending you three lot's of love 💖
Once again this Q&A session just showed how amazing you three ladies are. I admire all of you. I think your friendship and support that you share with each other certainly helped keep you going on the trail. Love ya ladies. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
First, thank you for answering my question. Second, I love how respectful you are of each other. You don't interrupt each other and seem to truly respect each others" responses. You have a great attitudes and an awesome friendship. That's what makes your videos so special. No whiners! Love it!!
“If you can get a little happiness from a mushroom....”.....haha, what are you trying to tell us Annette?....just kidding, but that just made me laugh so hard.....loved this video. so many great questions everyone had. Thanks for sharing...and I think you guys would totally rock the PCT.
Ha! I though that sounded funny when I watched the video too. I wish I knew enough about mushrooms to know which ones have psychedelic properties and which ones are edible. As it is, i just get joy from their fantastic shapes and colors.
Coming from Australia I honestly don't think a complete thru hike is viable for me. So I'm compiling a highlights list from each of your big 3 hikes, that I might be able to knock over in 3 or 4 months. I'm with you Netty.🐢🇦🇺👣💚
You provide good, honest advice. For most of my 2018 thru hike, I walked alone. Negative people will set you back. There was a cold rainy night at a crowded shelter in the Smoky Mountains. Most of the hikers had that desperate look in their eyes that said, "I want to go home." I had to look away. There are many ways to thru hike. I chose not to slack pack and limit my use of the many hostels. You can design your hike to provide yourself with the level of comfort needed. So, enjoy yourself, make memories and Hike Your Own Hike!
Thanks ladies!!! You answer some questions I didn't know I needed to know!!!🤣🤣 I am looking forward to the next video!!! I'm starting to get excited about my adventure but like you said Kristy, you didn't know what was coming, I do with my failed attempt in 2018. Yet I think knowing also helps you relax because you learn so much about yourself, gear and the Trail. Thanks again!!! Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!❤❤❤
I have loved your videos. Loved your answers about being in the moment.... If it's raining, it's just raining... If your going up hill don't hate it, it's just a hill... It's all in your mind as to how you handle it. You three are an inspiration 😁
Wow you had some awesome questions! Fascinating! Ive enjoyed this. And yes sounds like you made the Wildcats harder than it needed to be. They were steep, but probably not worth 18 miles up and down. Thank you!
Annette could follow Kristy, and Lynn on the other long distance trails with the RV. Help with resupplies. Then join them on the sections she wants to do.
Thanks ladies! Hoping for the Dirty Girl Gators for Christmas 😁. Thanks for the tick update. That’s my biggest fear so plan to treat monthly with permethrin👍 which seemed to work for you. Wonder if that kept the mosquitoes & black flies away🤔.
You know, I think it really did help with mosquitoes. It's not a big hassle to take care of it at a hostel or parking lot, etc. We might as well do all we can do to protect ourselves, right?
Great questions, awesome answers. No whining policy is a life win. We avoided shelters on our section hike because of stories about the mice. Good to know that wasn't an issue at all for you!
Thanks for this. I didn't remember that the bugs weren't bad for you guys. They are one of the things (along with humidity) that would drive me absolutely crazy. I would def carry a bug net and I'd use Deet on the worst days. Quite a few thru-hikers who post videos on UA-cam have their days where the bugs are relentless. I can relate with them on those days. My biggest questions are about the PF Lynn overcame but you'll probably cover how she did that in your stretching video. I've had it before and don't want to ever get it again. She handled it well. P. S. When it's really hot and humid I stick my head under cold water to cool off. I'd be sticking my head in every stream or body of water that we passed ! Other's might laugh but it actually works for me.
Wander Women Kristy, Annette & Lynn Thank you. We are planning our AT thru hike for 2020. I have been trying to find a good pair of zip off pants for the versatility and with good reviews. How were they for the different weather conditions on the trail?
I know you had lots of question and I did not send you any questions. BUT, I have one now. I have been watching others and they say to keep your puffy with your sleeping gear and wear only when in camp. So, that means you have to have two jackets? One to hike in and one to sleep in. Is this correct? I will be hiking in February 2021 and it will probably be cold. Help this southern girl. LOL
You do want to keep your puffy dry. On really cold mornings I did hike in mine, only if it wasn't raining or I was heading to town for a zero. Or I would just wear it for the first couple of hours. I did bring a rain jacket for a warm layer and hiked in that. We are going to do a gear review and will show what we brought. The most important thing is to always have warm dry clothes at night. Best of luck to you!!
Ride the Katy! Love your shirt. I'm a MO gal. PS I think your mugs may have pulled focus from your faces because they were sharp and you were a little bit fuzzy. Seemed to get a little better.
I'm starting the AT in early March 2023. You were so fortunate to have each other on your journey. Thank you for your wonderful video!
Best of luck to you. Enjoy the journey.
Love the Q & A’s. You ladies are awesome.
Thank you for answering these questions. You three are so guinuine and honest. I appreciate that so much about you. Friendships like you three have is such a blessing. You encourage and support each other so much. That's what true friendship is all about. Sending you three lot's of love 💖
Once again this Q&A session just showed how amazing you three ladies are. I admire all of you. I think your friendship and support that you share with each other certainly helped keep you going on the trail. Love ya ladies. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Kathy, I think you're right about our friendship helping us along!
First, thank you for answering my question. Second, I love how respectful you are of each other. You don't interrupt each other and seem to truly respect each others" responses. You have a great attitudes and an awesome friendship. That's what makes your videos so special. No whiners! Love it!!
“If you can get a little happiness from a mushroom....”.....haha, what are you trying to tell us Annette?....just kidding, but that just made me laugh so hard.....loved this video. so many great questions everyone had. Thanks for sharing...and I think you guys would totally rock the PCT.
Ha! I though that sounded funny when I watched the video too. I wish I knew enough about mushrooms to know which ones have psychedelic properties and which ones are edible. As it is, i just get joy from their fantastic shapes and colors.
Coming from Australia I honestly don't think a complete thru hike is viable for me. So I'm compiling a highlights list from each of your big 3 hikes, that I might be able to knock over in 3 or 4 months. I'm with you Netty.🐢🇦🇺👣💚
You provide good, honest advice. For most of my 2018 thru hike, I walked alone. Negative people will set you back. There was a cold rainy night at a crowded shelter in the Smoky Mountains. Most of the hikers had that desperate look in their eyes that said, "I want to go home." I had to look away. There are many ways to thru hike. I chose not to slack pack and limit my use of the many hostels. You can design your hike to provide yourself with the level of comfort needed. So, enjoy yourself, make memories and Hike Your Own Hike!
So true. It's best to find out what works for you and relax into it.
Thanks ladies!!! You answer some questions I didn't know I needed to know!!!🤣🤣 I am looking forward to the next video!!! I'm starting to get excited about my adventure but like you said Kristy, you didn't know what was coming, I do with my failed attempt in 2018. Yet I think knowing also helps you relax because you learn so much about yourself, gear and the Trail. Thanks again!!! Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!❤❤❤
Thank you. You'll do great out there! Happy holidays to you.
I have loved your videos. Loved your answers about being in the moment.... If it's raining, it's just raining... If your going up hill don't hate it, it's just a hill...
It's all in your mind as to how you handle it. You three are an inspiration 😁
Great video. (How can I imagine less at this point!) Wonderful insights. Excellent questions as well! Wisdom!
Thank you
As an older fella who is attempting a thru in 2020 your videos and these Q&As are confidence boosters. Thanks.
Yay for you. Best of luck on your thru hike. You can do it!
What a wonderful friendship . You are truly wonder wander women 💕
I just love you ladies and your relationship you have. Loved listening to the part about how you work together and try to keep things positive.
Awesome. Thank you. Always looking forward to your videos!!!!
I train 20 miles a day in humidity. Hate it. It move to Montana or Colorado tomorrow if I could.
Great Q/A session. Thanks 😊
Wow you had some awesome questions! Fascinating! Ive enjoyed this. And yes sounds like you made the Wildcats harder than it needed to be. They were steep, but probably not worth 18 miles up and down.
Thank you!
Annette could follow Kristy, and Lynn on the other long distance trails with the RV. Help with resupplies. Then join them on the sections she wants to do.
No, you were not lost, just misplaced. Thanks for the response to questions. Wish you well.
Thanks ladies! Hoping for the Dirty Girl Gators for Christmas 😁. Thanks for the tick update. That’s my biggest fear so plan to treat monthly with permethrin👍 which seemed to work for you. Wonder if that kept the mosquitoes & black flies away🤔.
You know, I think it really did help with mosquitoes. It's not a big hassle to take care of it at a hostel or parking lot, etc. We might as well do all we can do to protect ourselves, right?
Annette Demel Right👍!
Thanks for Sharing!!! Hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!
Keep Wandering!!
Great questions. Thanks for sharing.
You can always do some medium long distance trails. CT, AZT etc.
True that. I'd like to do the Johm Muir section of the PCT for sure.
Thanks for the Q&A. Looking forward to part 2.
You guys are wonderful!
Thanks. I bet you're pretty fabulous yourself!
It like to know a little bit more about you ladies if you haven't covered it before. Ages, jobs, how you all met etc.
Great questions, awesome answers. No whining policy is a life win. We avoided shelters on our section hike because of stories about the mice. Good to know that wasn't an issue at all for you!
Really enjoy all of you and your passion for the outdoors.... #WanderWomenPCT2021
Thanks for this. I didn't remember that the bugs weren't bad for you guys. They are one of the things (along with humidity) that would drive me absolutely crazy. I would def carry a bug net and I'd use Deet on the worst days. Quite a few thru-hikers who post videos on UA-cam have their days where the bugs are relentless. I can relate with them on those days. My biggest questions are about the PF Lynn overcame but you'll probably cover how she did that in your stretching video. I've had it before and don't want to ever get it again. She handled it well.
P. S. When it's really hot and humid I stick my head under cold water to cool off. I'd be sticking my head in every stream or body of water that we passed ! Other's might laugh but it actually works for me.
Stream dunking is legit! Whatever it takes to stay even a tiny bit cooler.
Love your videos and I love those mugs!
Follow the rules, no whining. Brilliant advice!
Amen Annette! Heat and humidity make everything else more difficult.
Good stuff.
That tea looked so awesome I had to pause to go get my own.
What was the brand of pants that you wore
Rei brand zip off pants.
Wander Women Kristy, Annette & Lynn Thank you. We are planning our AT thru hike for 2020. I have been trying to find a good pair of zip off pants for the versatility and with good reviews. How were they for the different weather conditions on the trail?
The pants were great for all weather conditions. Best of luck on your Thru Hike.
I'm going in 2023 and really researching, I'll be 61
Yay, good luck.
I know you had lots of question and I did not send you any questions. BUT, I have one now. I have been watching others and they say to keep your puffy with your sleeping gear and wear only when in camp. So, that means you have to have two jackets? One to hike in and one to sleep in. Is this correct? I will be hiking in February 2021 and it will probably be cold. Help this southern girl. LOL
You do want to keep your puffy dry. On really cold mornings I did hike in mine, only if it wasn't raining or I was heading to town for a zero. Or I would just wear it for the first couple of hours. I did bring a rain jacket for a warm layer and hiked in that. We are going to do a gear review and will show what we brought. The most important thing is to always have warm dry clothes at night. Best of luck to you!!
Wander Women Kristy, Annette & Lynn thank you for your reply.
Coos Canyon in Maine? Gorgeous
Have any of you thought about using Hammocks on your next Thru hike? ? i heard they are comfortable once your used to them.
Many people love them. I am open to trying one out.
Thanks again. When did you all start? Mid to late February?
Feb 21st
How long have you three been friends ? You have a super special friendship
We have been friends for about 14 years...
I have known Annette for 17 yrs and Lynn for about 14yrs.
I love these gals. They obviously kick ass. Digging it.
Thank you.
Crack a window, Kristy looks like she's having a hot flash 🎆🎇✨🎆🎇
Ride the Katy! Love your shirt. I'm a MO gal. PS I think your mugs may have pulled focus from your faces because they were sharp and you were a little bit fuzzy. Seemed to get a little better.
#1 😜😜