Most hikers, especially day hikers do not dig a cat hole. One of my pet peeves is to see toilet paper in plain sight very closed to the trail. This disgusting thing happens everywhere. In August of this year I was shocked to see people littering the woods in the Grand Tetons. Backpackers respect our wilderness more (although some still need to tidy up). I do not use toilet paper, rather a simple bidet. It's easy to make one.... Take the cap off of a Smart water bottle and drill a small hole. It's that easy! Dig your cat hole and rinse.

Okay, Fortune....I am not a thru hiker, but I do enjoy your videos and this just cracked me up! And I understand the seriousness of the subject, but you made a very entertaining tutorial for those who may not know trail etiquette for business meetings. Thanks for the enlightenment.

🚶👟👟⛺🌞 that was awesome hearing your story I agree never pull the pants all the way down💩💩💩💩😂😂 stay safe happy hiking and LIVE LIFE 💯♥️

Use plants instead of toilet paper! Forget Toilet Paper? Here Are 5 Leaves You Can Use in a Pinch

I wish you much success on the magazine, the book, your health, and your future.

My plan is to start at Amicola Falls next May. From what you are experiencing and with all the damage from the hurricanes, is this still possible or should I look to start a section further north?

Key to pooping in the woods is to make a "Cheek Spreader", especially if u are too old to squat. Take 2 branches about 4 feet long, paraller about 3 inches apart, prop one ends on a log or rock and other ends in the dirt forming around d 30 degree angle, sit on branches facing dirt end like you are sitting on a toilet seat, poop between branched. Called a "Cheek Spreader" because when u sit on branches your body weight causes cheeks to spread out, this is dome real mountain engineering

Only YOU could make this important video hilarious!!! Loved it!! I always call it a poopin' log, LOL!! But a very good, informative video.

Watched this while having a business meeting of my own 😮

I enjoyed this one, hahaha! Good to "see" you again, Fortune.

Hahaha funny story ...I went off trail a good distance, dug my hole, squatted and mid "business" I see hikers coming from the other direction! Apparently there was a switchback ahead I didn't know about! I did not look up again, I'll never know if they saw me or not! 😊 Hopefully they were looking at their feet watching for rocks and roots the whole time.

💩💩💩💩💩💩 ""Live Life""

😂 Yes, Georgia is open! I live in GA.😂

Got it!

Thank you Fortune! Great to catch up with you again!

One of the best views at Hog Pen Gap is to walk down the road a short distance to the other parking lot. The view is outstanding and you can see Brasstown Bald tower

I always enjoyed the crunch of fresh fallen leaves when backpacking on the AT. I loved the month of May when the Mtn. Laurel was in bloom, especially on Blood Mtn. Leaves are slippery on the rocks. There was an approach trail (blue markers) from Chattahoochee Gap to Brasstown Bald.

Still watching your videos. Live life is right. Hope to read your book. Just not in my tight budget at this time. I'll put it on my Christmas list, who knows😊

Love the videos. I’ve been a hiker most of my adult life but usually just 4-8 hour hikes, but looking to do some over-night and thru-hikes when my son is older. Maybe even the the Appalachian Trail. I’ve done the Clingmans Dome part as I live in Tennessee. Your videos are very inspirational and also educational and I enjoy them. Looking forward to checking out the book when I get some time here soon. Keep doing you man. Live life as you say. Thanks for all the entertainment.

Both Tesnatee Gap and Hogpen Gap parking lots were overflowing on the prior Saturday when I was there hiking with friends. We went from Hogpen to Wildcat Summit, to Cowrock, to Wolf Laurel Top and back to Hogpen. It was a beautiful day with great views. Colors in Georgia are past their peak at higher elevations now. But more long distance obscured views through the trees now. I enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing.

I love your videos. Georgia is also my favorite section of the trail. Happy trails

My daughter and me did Neels gap to Hogpen gap back in September. Great hike! Bought your book and a couple chapters read. Your perseverance through tough times is very inspiring. Looking forward to finishing the book. Enjoy your time in Georgia!

Your just down the road again! I pass Green Dragon on my way to work..

Great to see you out on the trails again. Love your videos and the beautiful scenery! I bought your book for my brother. I know it will be one that he loves to read. Hiking the Appalachian Trail is a dream of his. Thank You!

Hi f\Fortune. Appreciate your "help" videos, nice of you to do these. I was noticing the wall pictures behind you, and noticed they were WWII vintage. My favorite plane from that era was the P-38 Lightning, which I also saw on your wall. Very neat! As info, my dad was a tail gunner on a B-17 out of England. He flew 27 combat missions. Look forward to more of your videos, hoping you are blessed as needed by the Lord.

Neels to Dicks Creek is a nice trek. I've done it before. MEMORIES!!! One time I did Neels to Testnatee in the snow. I don't recommend it!!! There's another flat spot in the Swag. Chattahoochee Gaap is the beginning of the Hooch. There's a spring about a few hundred yards below the gap. That's the beginning. Did that section in 8" of sneaux.

Your book just arrived can’t wait to read it!

I received your book yesterday from Amazon. Started reading it yesterday and just finished. Wow! I really enjoyed your book. I am going to pass it on to my nephew. I think he will be inspired, and it just may help in some ways. I know it did for me. Thank you!

I enjoyed it. You are a true inspiration. You laid it all out there for us. Good job Fortune!!

Man if I can ever afford life I'll get the book , I definitely want to read it

I am on chapter 5 now. I got the book in the mail yesterday!!

Getting it today!

Awesome!!!

Got mine! Loving it so far!❤

I got it

I ordered it through you and I'm anxious to receive it

My neck of da woods rock on bro.. we need to get up and hike one day and jam out some tunes

Cool book cover!

very cool..checkin' the book out- gonna order the paperback but hopefully some day it will be on Audible. It looks amazing:)

Any book signings on the west coast? Looking forward to your book

MST bound??

Congratulations on your book. I will be ordering a paperback,because I love just holding a real book to read. I am also a collector of books. Take care and have the best time of your life...

Book has been ordered!

Thanks for the update, Fortune. Your future hikes sound exciting, as do your book and magazine. Healing for body and soul. Take care.

If you are looking to go international...cosnider the Camino de Santiago in Spain. It has staring points in France and Portugal. I've done it 4 times and love it

Glad you'se is feeling better!!! Don't push it!!!

Info on the Georgia signing

I will be heading over to Amazon to order the book. Can’t wait.

I just bought the e-book!!