Thanks! I started on April 1st and finished on May 4th, 2022. That said, I’d already hiked the Ocean To Lake, Florida, and Pinhoti trails earlier that year, so I was in good shape by the time o got to the Palmetto Trail.

Started the ECT Dec 21, 2022 Terminused Katahdin July 28th and finished the whole thing on October 5th. So, New Brunswick, Quebec, & PEI in August … Newfoundland & Nova Scotia in September

@@outandabout53 Wow it is fast. Thanks a lot :)

Winter was on it’s way and we only still beat it BARELY

@@outandabout53 for sure yes, thanks a lot, for the good advice you gave me.

Any time

Stealth-camped And that’s AWESOME! you’re gonna hike the IAT! Feel free to ask any questions!

@@outandabout53 Thank you, in fact I plan to do the AT+ Maine + NB and Quebec. I actually have other questions :) Stealth-camped, did you sometimes have trouble finding a spot to sleep? What percentage would you say is allowed to do Stealth-camping? How many days did it take you to do each Maine, NB and Quebec? Did you have any difficulties? Advice to give me? Did you have any problems with resupplies? Thanks

@micbernier6403 most of ME & New Brunswick were stealth-camping. I really can’t remember how long it took to go through each place but we averaged about 25 miles/day (so I guess add up the sections and divide by that). Resupplies were fine but we did have to adjust what we were eating due to availability in Canada. The carries weren’t bad; I think the Matane, in Quebec, was the longest food carry and that was only 6 days.

@micbernier6403 all stealth-camping is not allowed 🚫 and must be done, well, stealthily. So, I’d say 0% of the stealth-camping was allowed. The more tired you get the less picky you become at finding a spot, but always be safe & smart about it. I really can’t remember how many days it took to do each section: my friend and I were averaging about a marathon a day though. Resupplies were pretty minimal at times but there were definitely some good grocery stores in some spots (but you definitely cannot rely on all the same foods you can easily get in the US). Hope that helps

@@outandabout53 yes thank you so much. Can't wait to start :)

Totally! Since I started hiking in 2022, I’ve been using the iPhone 12 Pro Max with Moment’s 10x Macro Lens

@@jakeva9802 usually nobody, but I did run into a couple of groups

Glad you liked the journey

Thank you 🙏; that really means a lot. I really enjoyed my time on this trail

🙏

Yeah, I woke up the next day and started the Foothills Trail, and loved every minute of it!

It’s one of VERY limited free music I had options of; I’m new to making videos and haven’t figured out how to do it better….yet

@@outandabout53 just skip the music altogether and let beautiful nature take over

It’s a go to for me to get a nice calming dopamine hit too 🤪 I really can’t remember what mountain it was; it’s been a few miles since then

Really fun trail; and thanks for the kind words

I couldn’t hold back. That trail, especially during the peak colors, was 10/10!

@@outandabout53 Your video convinced me that I have to do it. My husband and I want to try it in fall 2025 (when we have enough time off saved up).

@@rashaski it’s such a beautiful trail. I highly recommend doing the full hike and continuing through Duluth. The waterfront walk is wonderful and the access to food and town stuff is ridiculously convenient. I’m super excited for the two of you!

We had such a good damn time!

I really appreciate that

That’s awesome!!!!!

I switched it up often. Sometimes a sidewalk would stop. Sometimes there was a park & bathroom facilities on that side of the road. Sometimes I didn’t want grit and rain water splashing up in my face.

Thank you. It was a really fun experience and I wanted to share it with folx

That really means a lot. Stoked you enjoyed it and it helped inspire you to get out and revisit it

we camped out yeah; beautiful night.

It’s a great trail 10/10. I can see why you’d keep coming back

That’s a little chilly for my gear at the moment too. At least with section-hiking, you can pick the perfect times of year to get out

@outandabout53 My group winter camps, but I don't think I want you to be that isolated out in this cold. I like that you did the Duluth section as most people skip it, most likely due to sleeping logistics, but I like it so far. I think it's something you can't miss. I've heard a few skip from Martin Road to Gooseberry as it's boring and only in the woods with no views. The time you did it, the colors were your view. Oh yeah, a friend of mine said he gave you a hitch to trail days this year. HeadNorth Mike McKay!! He is a great guy!!

@outdooradventureswithshane3319 heck. Yeah! Head North is dope! Honestly, I loved walking through Duluth. The city is beautiful, you get great views of the lake, and there’s more than enough options for delicious food. I mean sure, there may not be big vistas in that section, but there’s always cool little things to appreciate and relish

It’s a fun app and i think it helps give a little context to a mini-adventure

Truthfully? I love them! “Trails get you country; roads get you culture” - me

It was a hell of a ride! For your hike on the Florida Trail, let me know if you have any questions. That trail is insanely diverse and offers a range of really fun areas to hike though.

Had my passport sent to me in Monson, Maine

That shit was DOPE! Still looking back and processing that journey while getting ready for next year’s

Lol. Kickass journey u showed us. Take care of those feet. Lol

@@Thee.Instigator definitely am. Getting back to daily foot and ankle exercises. Scrambling in Death Valley and lightly training for the AZT & PCT next year.

Thanks Jiffy Pop! That was a blast, most of the time

That’s all I could ask for

That means a lot; thanks 🙏

Thank you very much. I really appreciate that

Thanks Jiffy Pop!

Gotta find the fun where you can

I thru-hiked the FT last year and finished at Ft. Pickens. This year’s hike was the Eastern Continental Trail from Key West, FL through Newfoundland, Canada. That pointed me north through Alabama

@@outandabout53 oh yes the ECT. Cool man that is on my lists of trails to do.

@@outandabout53 I think that when I do this trail I might sobo it.

@royferrissugarbear5306 nice! It was a hell of a lot of fun

That sounds like a hella fun way to do it!

I love that trail! I’d do it for the 3rd time, without hesitation

It’s kind of unforgettable

It was a stunningly beautiful trail with wonderful people to boot

Thanks Jiffy Pop! Yeah, the vids provide a lot more context, it’s still weird to me but also fun too

That was a fun time for sure!

Thankya! That right foot is all good these days.

Thanks! I really appreciate that

Working on part 2 currently. Finishing up Quebec by September, and onward to Newfie!

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He was the originator of this EPIC route. I was lucky enough to meet him, & ask him questions about it, just last year!

@@outandabout53 I met him once @ Trail Days a few years back. He is a very humble hiker. You stay well and safe Out and About. 👣👣👣👣

Staying both well & safe. Should be finishing up Quebec TOMORROW!

Whatever water bottle is around (I put in 2 drops of bleach to “purify” (9,000 miles since last year, & no issues)). My super powers against mosquitoes? I grew up in the swamps of South FL, so I learned to not pay attention to them.

@@outandabout53 wow bleach your talking like Clorox or is it some kind of special bleach??

Clorox

@@outandabout53 wow that seems crazy. That’s what that little bottle on your chest is? Thanks for all the info.

That’s right

Trail runners, Last year, only 1 night of skeeters🦟; this year? Murdered

@@outandabout53 wow you must be close to Maine by now. Hope all is well. Love the videos. I plan on doing this. Was gonna do AT Virginia this past week but wife’s mom got sick.

Was going to cross into Canada 🇨🇦 today but a couple of packages got delayed, so we NEROed; hoping to pick them up tomorrow & push on

@@outandabout53 cool 😎 Long ass trip Lol

Very long-ass trip. Should be finishing up Quebec tomorrow!

Thankya! I’m using my iPhone 12 Pro Max w/ Moment’s 10x Macro lens

Thanks! I can be such a dork sometimes & that moss is adorable!

Noted. Thanks for the feedback

Hell yeah!