30. PCT - Stevens Pass to Stehekin

[@Learningthetruth7]

The Courtney's rock. Family has been in the area for years and years. Glad you stayed there. Your cabin is right behind the Main Lodge! Nice choice. For those who watch this do realize that Stehekin is virtually off grid and always has been.

[@TheHikingRev]

That was one of my favorite “stops” on my PCT hike. 😁

[@rrichardson53]

Being a Washingtonian, I especially love your video's hiking on the PCT thru "my" state. :) It was nice seeing Stehekin. My husband and I took a float plane up there when we first got married in 2001 to photograph a bridge for the government. We then took the leisurely boat ride back down. 'Would love to get back there some time soon. The bakery at Stehekin was a favorite place when we stayed there. Your cabin looked very cozy. You must have been excited knowing you were close to the end of your journey.

[@TheHikingRev]

Washington is truly a beautiful state. I would love to come back to Stehekin and Stehekin Valley Ranch one day...especially the Bakery! I was excited about finishing and seeing my wife, kids, grandkids, home, etc. but in the next video you’ll see that I didn’t think I was going to finish. Stay tuned...

[@rrichardson53]

@@TheHikingRev Did your wife or other family members meet you periodically on the trail or in town along the PCT? Can't wait to see your last video....hmmmm....you didn't think you were going to make it???

[@TheHikingRev]

We live in Palm Desert, CA. right below Mt. San Jacinto. My wife visited me at Ridgecrest, Independence and S. Lake Tahoe. She said she didn’t want to go any further north. 😂 My kids and grandkids met me at Sierra City and we camped out one night.

[@chrisfox5089]

Wow! What beautiful scenery! (Even with all the rain) I am so excited about seeing your next “episode”! These videos have been just wonderful to watch!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Chris. I’m glad you’re enjoying them.

[@rhondabrumitt3290]

You were certainly smiling more in this video, which tells me how excited you must have been to be within reach of the terminus. 😊. I am going to miss being able to watch you and enjoy the beautiful scenery from your videos, but WHAT AN ACCOMPLISHMENT! You’ve rocked this hike! ❤️

[@TheHikingRev]

Rhonda...you know me too well! I thoroughly enjoyed my hike but I was so ready for it to be over so I could go home. 5 1/2 months is a long time to be gone from home. In the next video you’ll see that even though I was only 30 miles from the Terminus I didn’t think I was going to be able to finish. (Spoiler alert: it had to do with weather). As you saw in the video, the box of food that you sent (and the gift card) was very much appreciated. You’ns (I haven’t said that in a long time) encouraged me so much while I was on Trail. I am forever grateful for you and your friendship.

[@rhondabrumitt3290]

The Hiking Rev, I’m so glad you conquered this thru-hike. I watched every video and prayed for strength for you, both mentally and physically. I can only imagine how lonely you must have felt from time to time. But, you did it! You know you will always hold a special place in our hearts. ❤️

[@TheHikingRev]

@@rhondabrumitt3290 Stay tuned for this last video.

[@Learningthetruth7]

Funny start at Stevens north. You head out behind the electrical boxes and dumpsters. Alas.

[@TheHikingRev]

Yeah. That was weird. 😁

[@tracyd7432]

I almost don't want to watch the next video... too close lol But I am going to watch it next!!!

[@TheHikingRev]

Hope you enjoy it.

[@Learningthetruth7]

Thanks!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much. You’re very kind. 😁

[@joepeters5796]

I love the Cascades. Haven't been in the area much since my childhood about 40 years ago. Loved that last part ... He that wins souls is wise. Looking into Jesus here.

[@TheHikingRev]

Hey Joe...thanks for commenting on my video. I loved the Cascades. Very rugged area but beautiful. I’d love to come back and do that last part of the PCT again. Maybe one day. Great Scripture verses.

[@joepeters5796]

@@TheHikingRev I'd seriously love to hike at least parts of the Cascades if the Lord wills. We'll see. It certainly would be pretty I'd think towards August ... That's generally when I aim to visit the Seattle area ... Bc it was drier, and bc the blackberries were in season ... PNW ... Best blackberries ever!!

[@tomsalter3570]

You know with the smoke and haze it actually (I think) produced a beautiful, somewhat haunting look. Amazing vistas! I know that you've said that your video just can't do it justice. But it is awesome--what you do show! Stehekin is such a beautiful place (there on Lake Chehan). It was relaxing to me to see such beauty. Kind of one way to fulfill Phil. 4:8 (certainly it was focusing on what is lovely and pure--Nature!). Thank you my friend! I am very glad to call you my friend!

[@TheHikingRev]

Stehekin and Stehekin Valley Ranch is one of those places I’d like to go back to one day. The smoke did limit visibility but what I could see was very beautiful. I was very fortunate to have such good weather on the last days of my journey. You’ll see that in the next video, mi amigo.

[@michaelthunfors2438]

Again thank you for taking all the time to record and edit and to share it with us. And to do it so well. Equally well as your hiking capacity.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Michael for the encouraging words.

[@garydickson6894]

"As always", thanks for sharing! Continued prayers for you.

[@TheHikingRev]

“As always...” thanks Gary. 😊

[@justinwilsey4940]

Having spent my early childhood in stehekin, I am excited to see this video! I am preparing to do this same hike in the next year or so and came across your video. Love it!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Justin. I love this section of the PCT.😁

[@justinwilsey4940]

@@TheHikingRev Great to hear! It's been 20 years since I've been back there, and this will be my first long hike so I am excited to see my childhood home again

[@TheHikingRev]

@@justinwilsey4940 I’m sure you know this…but be sure and “visit” the Stehekin Bakery. 😁

[@justinwilsey4940]

@@TheHikingRev absolutely. It's on my list of things to do when I get there

[@072570ppft]

Sorry you missed much of the views in the rain. I hiked this section in Aug 2019. The old growth Doug Firs, Glacier Peak views and lakes were stunning. I saw black bears and a wolverine. The dramatic view change going through Red Pass was like going through the wardrobe in the Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. By the way the Suattle R Bridge was rebuilt and relocated in 2011 for $1.2 Million.

[@TheHikingRev]

I’m sorry I missed some of the beautiful views as well.

[@robinraddatz982]

I’ve had one of those sticky buns. Delicious! And now I wish I was eating another one. Wonderful video! Thanks for sharing.

[@TheHikingRev]

I had heard a lot about that bakery and it lived up to all my expectations.

[@LostAussieOnTheTrail]

Not long now to the border. Awesome man.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Mate!

[@ronhals6390]

I'm coming in a little late as a subscriber , wish I would have known about your channel earlier . I went back and watched your 1st vid and now the 30th so there is a lot in between I have not seen , but very nicely done. How has the break down of 26 sections worked out for you ? best wishes

[@TheHikingRev]

Better late than never. Ron...I always wanted to record my PCT Journey in sections and not every day. First, it’s too much work and second, I think the viewer gets bored if it’s every day. Some days there’s not that much going on. I hope you get a chance to watch the whole PCT playlist and see the progression of the Trail from one section to another. Also, see my progression from start to finish. Anyway, I hope you enjoy them and share them with others. I watched hundreds of KZbin videos of PCT hikers in preparation of my Journey.

[@liamaubin1076]

Oh my gosh that’s cool he’s such a nice man hope he treated you well lol 🙏🏻

[@liamaubin1076]

It seemed very cold love to see this hope u enjoyed the hike

[@TheHikingRev]

Yes. I would not have made it without him.

[@suecox8355]

🦋❤️

[@TheHikingRev]

👍

[@coalfieldbeelovergerald3687]

Those red berries you found are Mountain Ash bushes .. bird food.

[@TheHikingRev]

👍

[@coalfieldbeelovergerald3687]

My Sweetheart really enjoyed your video n easy listening voice ... Vera has M.D. so sits hours watch T.V., word search so your thru trip she really enjoyed for a change. She says, thank you !

[@TheHikingRev]

Tell her, “Thank you.” I’m glad she enjoyed it.

[@coalfieldbeelovergerald3687]

How did you ever get across/over that gigantic Douglas Fir 🌲 tree ?!

[@TheHikingRev]

Very carefully! The guy I was hiking with fell 10 feet climbing over the fallen tree.

[@coalfieldbeelovergerald3687]

Glad you got thru n over our huge dead falls. Some can be very hairy with a load. In Wilderness areas they have to still use hand saws. I’ve seen the trail crews with those long cross-cut saw.. I’ve got my dads 8’ double handle I use to cut our winter firewood with. At Lake Waptus between Snoqualmie/Stevens Pass the lake trail can get some nasty big winter ❄️ dead falls. Hope you all enjoyed a blessed thanksgiving Rev. Happy holidays n Merry Christmas 🎄. Papa J

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you so much.