A Summer on the Pacific Crest Trail

[@peluso_palit]

Beautiful.

[@tylerkeller1586]

I thru-hiked the PCT the summer of 2017 with my significant other. What an amazing journey it was. I find myself watching different PCT videos from time to time and waves of emotion wash over me. It was such a life-shaping moment in ours lives. I should be doing homework right now but I can't because I am just stuck reminiscing on that time. Thank you for helping me drift back to that paradise.

[@KL-er7yi]

My son completed the PCT class of 19 too. He started mid April so you weren’t far behind him. I recognize so many of your awesome pics from his journey. The best part for me, as his mom, was greeting him and his friends at Diamond Lake OR with food, shower, sleep and love and then again at Cascade Locks so he could meet his niece who was born in June and hadn’t met yet... Impressive, beautiful and inspiring. A memory you and we will never forget. Congratulations!

[@TomLoosley]

Amazing vistas bro 🙏

[@JohnZahorian]

I made it! Yessss. Video is so good, stoked to see more from you, hope we can hike again sometime but longer

[@aottati]

Thanks John! Meeting you and then seeing the sunset atop San Jacinto was one of the highlights of my hike!

[@caitlin.hardee]

I love that all outdoor lovers (hikers, climbers etc) listen to the same few musical artists, haha. The soundtrack to this could have been lifted straight out of my heavy rotation playlists... choice selection

[@jeremymarkshannon4251]

Absolutely beautiful shots

[@vladimirmazura1983]

Hi.Very beautiful video. I'm already looking forward to experiencing a similar adventure. Beautifully crafted and beautiful music. Thanks.

[@tfjzz]

wow....so beautiful...

[@MyHumbleNest]

Thank you so much for sharing. What a courageous accomplishment!

[@Aysan1S]

My 1# favorite PCT documentary! Loved your music choice and all of the songs just made your video perfect.

[@insomniacshow1894]

Beautiful video. Thank you for sharing. Love the time lapses, specifically the star ones ❤️

[@sheavalerius24]

This is such a great film, lots of beautiful shots. I’m planning on attempting to thru hike the PCT in 2024. Can’t wait! It was nice to hear some Lord Huron to, they are my favorite band. :)

[@aottati]

best of luck on your hike in 2024!

[@MandoOutdoors]

This was FUCKING amazing! No lie man. I am getting hype! I'm class of 2019 and start on April 8th. Been homeless for 5 years and this has me STOKED. Cant wait to reach the end and let out that primal scream! Good job once again! M

[@ryangordon8795]

Congrats on your through hike very well done video you truly captured the beauty of what it is to be a hiker

[@gratefultube]

Thank you for a glimpse of your determination and courage, as well as an awe-inspiring view of our planet and its place in space.

[@stefanievervoort7425]

Gorgeous video, and a superb taste in music :)

[@SimpleKowalski]

Idk why I just found your yt video. Great work on video and story ! It’s like almost every hiker’s tradition listen to Lord Huron😉. Cheers

[@SquatchMonster]

Awesome to hear that you made it to Canada. I was a trail angel for you when you came down the hill from Agua Dulce....congrats on your journey

[@aottati]

thanks for the trail magic! I remember it was pretty hot that day.

[@hikersteph]

So crazy, my crew bailed out over Taboose Pass this summer after some gnarly river crossings. So cool seeing the same places in your video with less snow!

[@victoriarodriguez5730]

This is literally one of my favorite videos ever now. Literally so cool that you took the time/effort to make it. Aghh life is too great.

[@ashleyjohn5838]

Beautiful. Inspiring.

[@PatchthePCT]

Awesome video! What an epic summer! Great music.

[@JenniferMabus]

I LOVED THIS! It was much needed for me today. I believe we met in the desert and you weren't feeling 100%. I am glad to see you kept going and made it! - Starburst

[@aottati]

thanks Starburst, we probably met when I had giardia in the desert. I was going so slowly and all of the passing hikers were so kind and helpful and offered me lots of medicine and good advice, so if one of those people was you thank you!

[@Simon..Chapman]

Fantastic this is incredible, congratulations

[@pallavisrivastava7010]

I saw it through your eyes in these 12 minutes... What you experienced and the fortitude to do it, it will stay with you, always. It was a beautiful video, thank-you for the effort you put into making, editing and presenting it to us.. I didn't even skip the Ad :) I hope you stay enthusiastic... Amazing Video

[@nathanandrews5248]

Lovely video. Beautiful music. I want to do this trail before I die. That is 100 percent certain. Thank you for the video and congrats on kicking ass.

[@AubreyOutside]

This is one of the best PCT videos I’ve ever seen. So inspiring! Thanks man

[@abbymccarthy6598]

So nicely done. I appreciate all your effort that went into this. A beautiful share.

[@grandluxbeauty2170]

I love it❤️❤️❤️🇮🇩

[@comaninja]

OMG - truly spectacular! I actually cried at the end. Getting a taste of what my son (Pickles) experienced this summer is priceless. Thank you for sharing!

[@c_diggitydawg]

This brought me right back to trail, even so much as to make me cry because I didn't realize how much I missed it. Thank you and congrats.

[@chriscartermedia]

Rad video man! Cheers to the class of ‘18.

[@LostAussieOnTheTrail]

Your video was awesome. Loved it. Glad you made it to Canada. Cheers.

[@worthdixon1072]

Good decision to carry the camera gear and make the effort to get all those great shots. Thanks for sharing!

[@mgie22]

Just amazing video quality and editing. Definitely one of the absolute best trail videos I’ve ever seen. Keep up the good work dude!

[@seanryan7744]

Some of the best cinematography and all around video I have seen of the PCT. Congrats!

[@aottati]

thank you!

[@moonknight8647]

I’m so happy I was able to round your followers list from 199 to 200! 😊

[@ktrmeadow]

Amazingly awesome movie. Congratulations on your successful thru hike. Proven you have a huge portion of grit, gumption and gravitas.

[@aottati]

thank you!

[@alexharkey5532]

Cried to this video. Such a beautiful trail. I can't wait for the day I complete this amazing journey. Congratulations sir.

[@caitlinV3]

This was stunning! Well done and great music choices.

[@benatkins5052]

Epic. Great, great effort. Inspiring. Thank you

[@michaelsalzer4362]

Wonderful video....so excited to see what you have seen...I start April 20th

[@aottati]

Enjoy!

[@ideapatch]

Really enjoyed the music and cinematography.

[@grantsingle]

Congratulations! This video was awesome. Thank you for sharing your journey with us

[@joelwise403]

Absolutely incredible, no other words

[@Vancouversour]

3 months? Holy crap. Nice job!!

[@hollylungu3030]

Makes me want to pack up and go! Very inspiring

[@skaynekurtis]

Exceptional PCT video... concise - and packed with gorgeous views! Minimal narration...appropriate soundtrack - well done amigo! & thanks for sharing!

[@guanallen163]

This is amazing video! Great editing and shooting!

[@AlpineAtlas]

INCREDIBLE video. I had chills dude. Congrats on the hike. I'm planning to thru myself and will definitely show this to anyone who asks why. Great work. Cant wait to see more from you!

[@aottati]

thanks man!

[@outofsight8308]

That was epic, sick, inspiring stuff. Congrats from Scotland!

[@andremazzu9215]

Hello,good video! What you used to make a camera or GoPro? Super the milk way!!

[@aottati]

used a sony a 6300. go pros are getting pretty good these days though...

[@drewsmith2629]

Nicely done. Thanks for taking the time to make a quality video

[@jeffhowell334]

Seriously the best hiking video I've seen. And now begins the wait for your CDT video...

[@aottati]

Thanks El Jefe! It was an honor meeting you, I'm glad you hiked with us for a while!

[@raynelson9066]

What a Great Video. Congratulations on this epic achievement. It’ll be my turn this coming season..Stuck with a late start date, but trying to get it changed. Thanks for the video.

[@treytamari]

Sick video, dude. It was cool to meet you early in your hike. I finished two days before the new alternate opened to get to the monument. Nice effort finding a way to get there. Looking forward to more videos from you.

[@aottati]

Thanks Trey, congrats on finishing the long trail!

[@dashagontcova8273]

What a hero! But what do these people eat and drink in such deserted places?

[@aottati]

I mostly hitched into towns every 3-5 days and bought food there. Lots of trail mix, energy bars etc.

[@Trekking365]

DUDE! I had giardia going into Bishop too! Beautiful video really makes me miss the PCT and thru-hiking in general. Great job.

[@thesweetstitcher5387]

Oh how I enjoyed this, thanks

[@brytnijohnston6183]

Wow!! Amazing video Anthony!

[@skatedoof]

So incredible. Really enjoyed your updates and outstanding photography along the way. Hope you kept all that hair! ~Jonathan

[@aottati]

Thanks Jonathan!

[@seanpowers1435]

Great video! How did you get permission to publish with the music?

[@aottati]

KZbin lets you publish with copywritten music, you just can't monetize it. Wouldn't want ads on the video anyway.

[@kevinhernandez-og3sx]

Beautiful video.

[@b.shouse3124]

Great work Mugwort! I really enjoyed it. -- Gilligan

[@arkillon1]

Damn boy! Your video bring so many memorie back. Can wait to see you crush the CDT! Couscou

[@aottati]

Thanks Cous Cous, it was a pleasure hiking (and finishing) with you!

[@YiranLi]

Beautiful video Mugwort! Love the shots and story!

[@aottati]

Thanks Clax! I'm glad I met you on San Jacinto and that I eventually ran into you again in Oregon. It was a pleasure hiking with you!

[@thomasdybdahl1673]

Awesome footage man!! Keep up the good work.

[@hikeswithmikethorne5040]

You made something beautiful here brother awesome job

[@nikstebob819]

Best PCT vid I've seen! So dope!

[@phil_forrest]

Awesome quality and content man!! Really enjoyed watching that. Congrats on this major accomplishment and hope school is going well. Looking forward to more from you 🤙

[@brianwhidden]

I love your style of video taking, well done.

[@agnesl261]

This is beautiful

[@Sheety33]

Beautiful journey - thanks for sharing!

[@aottati]

thank you!

[@samowen8746]

Fantastic video! What camera and settings did you use for the Milky Way time-lapses?

[@wheresMikFinne]

Awesome job on the hike and the video! Congrats!

[@hikinghermit]

Dude I feel ya. giardia sucks! Got it around Agua Dulce...Glad to see, that you could hike on! Awesome video!

[@mayatrenda8469]

How does this not have more likes its amazing!!!! Im so inspired to do this trail its on my bucket list in the next few years😁 Any tips or suggestions?

[@Diddley_Squat]

Only bring what you need, not what you think you need.

[@FreedivejeepHD]

Stunning film my friend! Thank you.

[@kyleo4539]

Beautiful!

[@varmooo]

What a great summer of 18 journey you showed us. It was a crime making it this short. I hope all is well. Cheers!

[@peteocean2848]

Incredible! Video. I came from Alaska to hike from Washington to Panama Canal

[@aottati]

wow that's a long hike! did you make it?

[@peteocean2848]

@@aottati stopped in California. but was amazing. Ran out of supplies. Oregon, Utah, Idaho were great! I will need shape up again before hiking the PCT. Met lots of beautiful people along the way though.

[@jamesniggemeyerfishing]

Amazing...Ohh man I love the idea of it and want to put it on my bucket list, but...

[@walkwellbrother9090]

Great vid! :) Can you please say something about video settings for milky way part (2:21 and 4:13)? :)

[@aottati]

I did a timelapse of 100 or so 15 second exposures at f2 and iso 10000 or so

[@arthurjamison772]

Congratulations. Wow.

[@msittig]

My eyes lit up when I saw John Z :)

[@txchonchie6201]

Sure is a lot packed into one 12 minute video. Excellent compilation. What equipment diid you use to capture the milky way timelapse?

[@aottati]

i used my sony a6300 with my 12mm f2.0 lens

[@barbarajhurne]

Excellent!

[@aottati]

thank you!

[@thegoodwaymatador]

great vid! Met you this summer up in Washington. -Matador

[@vishalsaneja12]

Can anyone tell, what is the song in the start upto 02:05.. And those time lapse sky with star.. absolutely stunning

[@sloanerz_otaku_place]

Anthony this is amazing!!

[@aottati]

Thanks Delaney!

[@player-ic9yj]

wide lens on this was so goood

[@MellowPotato]

Did you think bringing the gimbal was worth the weight for your shots? Im considering bringing one for filming my upcoming thru but Im not sure if I want to take it yet

[@monkeyingout]

Could you please do a video on ur camera gear you use also what app you use to edit. Supper video. Subbing you.

[@aottati]

Good idea, I will try to make one soon. I had the a6300 and used premiere pro.

[@Knedl1kme]

Beautiful video! 👍🏼

[@BethRN02]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! Curious, what camera and lens did you use? And for your night photos, did you use a tripod or something else?

[@aottati]

sony a6300 for most of it, with a 12mm 2.0 and a 35mm 1.8. I used 4 inch tripod for most of the night photos, but I could have also just set on a rock.

[@chefboy-ar-d6312]

Soooo sick ! Congratulations✊

[@anjquilinderino6634]

One of my favorite PCT vid! hope I could do this one day ..:)

[@Diddley_Squat]

You made a sick ass video. When I started they were all like this. I hate the stupid vlogging videos where people just talk and talk. Good job

[@WildWestTrail]

Awesome video. Where are you looking to hike next?

[@aottati]

hopefully the cdt in 2020 and hopefully a lot of shorter trails.