Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike Day 51...No Regrets

🥾 IN THIS EPISODE
It was our most complicated 17-mile day yet, but it was worth it.
Day 51 - part 1
Start - Vendeventer Shelter, TN (mile 438.0)
End - Cross Mountain TN 91, TN (mile 449.4)
Miles walked for the first part - 11.4
Total Ascent - 2,118.8 ft
Total Descent - 2,171.3 ft
Total Grade - 374.5 ft/mi
Day 51 - part 2
Start - US Route 58 (south), VA (mile 476.6)
End - Damascus (Edge of Town), VA (mile 470.5)
Miles walked for the Second part - 6.1
Total Ascent - 1,003.9 ft
Total Descent - 1,308.1 ft
Total Grade - 415.1 ft/mi
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[@ladidi5222]

Hello sunshine and Captain, I say erase all the days you need to make up. Don’t worry about those days. You’re out there to enjoy yourself so let it be.😊

[@tinchina85]

I concur! Just do your best every day and when you need a nero or a zero......take it! :) It's your hike, Sunshine and Captain!

[@dmottley]

He’s not alone anymore. Now complete strangers can reflect on him

[@marilynm5024]

I knew Will was going to be the one to pick you up and take you to lunch!!!! You were just glowing when you talked about getting picked up. Thanks for sharing good books to read. Thanks for being real .

[@nancywittendorfer5982]

I've always had an issue accepting help. It's hard when you're so used to doing things yourself or being able to reciprocate. Very proud of you sunshine. You and Largo continue make my day watching your video. Yes, will is definitely array of light in both of your lives. Keep on keeping on, Nan

[@stephanieaston7178]

I’m so happy that Largo got new shoes! I’m also happy that you get to spend time with Will! You have such a beautiful, amazing and loving family!❤️

[@Flipperwi715]

Saying Yes is always the challenge. I appreciate that you inspire it.

[@onedandylion]

Oh my! If you are taking a call from 10pm - midnight, then waking up at 4am to start the hiking day, that is an extremely truncated sleep. Do you have many days with that little sleep? It must feel so wonderful to have real food mid-day and to see Will... it's amazing how the little things can bring so much joy when you've been deprived of them.

[@WorldTowning]

We usually get about 6-8 depending on hiking schedule, weather, etc.

[@madie72451]

So loving ur everyday vlogs!!! Been watching you since the start of the red rv. You just amaze us. 🙏🏻🙏🏻for continued success safely!

[@Travis-jy3sj]

Falling and urinating on yourself No worries that’s my typical day off trail!😊

[@paulinewebster7055]

By accepting help from others you are making it possible for them to receive the blessing of helping others. Many of us feel that we must return acts of kindness but the best thing we can do is pay it forward. The time your family gives to bring these videos to all of us is part of that. The knowledge, honesty and beauty you share is so appreciated. The first thing I do each morning is check to see if you have posted a video. Stay safe. We will be with you if only in spirit

[@ajamckinney1805]

Volunteering is a way of helping and shares this sentiment. Paying it forward is the best reciprocation! Being of service brings one much joy!

[@grandadan]

Lovely sounds 👌

[@sunsetsue6309]

FYI - we stayed at a new motel called “ grey pine lodge” near the entrance of Shenandoah south entrance where we met my son who is walking the AT ( 700 miles plus . Best beds so far lol . But no laundry , unfortunately. Be safe and I enjoy your daily walks 🫶🌟

[@lindablack7438]

1 credit went to the audible book you recommended. I may wait for my flight from Maine to San Diego to listen to.

[@sistersofthetravelingsiste2287]

Thank you for the clarification. ❤️

[@LJ-pp9wj]

SENTRY! And Will what more could you ask for?

[@suecox8355]

With all the rain we’ve had there is no way the trail maintainers are going to be able to keep up with growth. For example: I noticed and measured the new growth on a white pine tree where I live, 18 inches already this spring. When the rains stop things will start drying up to make a fire danger. That is the chimney of his cabin. Google his life. Not a mean person. He chose the hermit life with his dog because of life experiences. 🦋❤️

[@WorldTowning]

So interesting, thanks for sharing.

[@lmkwillow6395]

I just watched the part about the 6 foot tombstone and I have to wonder if maybe the guy just carved that into an existing, maybe like you said, fireplace. Regardless, I agree with you, Sunshine, how sad it is what he wrote. May we all be more willing to be love and light to those around us and always smile because we never know when someone might be having a really bad day and it could make all the difference in the world for that one person

[@WorldTowning]

Apparently he chose to live like this as one of our community did some research and it was his fireplace.

[@YTusercomment]

"We're still walking...and still talking." What does that mean...you haven't yet aggravated each other until you're not talking to one another?! - LOL

[@WorldTowning]

Ha, nope. We get along quite well. Still walking, still talking is our opening slogan that one of our community members suggested and we liked it.

[@lindablack7438]

“Force of Nature. 3 women hike the John Muir trail

[@marysalmon2367]

The giver also receives. It a joy to help others. I have a question, have you heard a fox scream yet? Today on my trail run a red fox (by sound and they are the most common where I live) was just letting it all out. So loud, and sounded really ticked off as foxes will. Just mentioning because if I heard that at night it would be scary.

[@WorldTowning]

Nope and I hope I do not. That sounds scary.

[@elizabethblau7182]

My guess is Will!!!

[@helenvwalker7919]

I guess Avalon❤

[@markswishereatsstuff2500]

I met WaffleHikes during my section hike from Duncannon to Carlisle, Pa. May 18th. I'm section hiking the RollerCoaster in Va. sometime in mid-July, maybe see you all as you head NOBO.

[@jackiesiemens9112]

So fun! I’m babysitting my Grandkids for 10 days and they have been watching with me. I think my 5 year old Granddaughter, Pearl, has a crush on Captain 🙂 She said today “Captain is sooo funny” When will Will get to hike with you? Or is that not in the plan at all?

[@WorldTowning]

OMG so cute. Will won't come until August or Sept, depends on work.

[@stephanieaston7178]

I’m guessing either Will or Avalon.🙂

[@stephanieaston7178]

😂 I was right.❤

[@bobbie7355]

🩷🤠🩷

[@LJ-pp9wj]

What is a platinum hiker?

[@WorldTowning]

Explained in a future vlog.

[@sistersofthetravelingsiste2287]

What is platinum blazing?

[@colleenhikes]

I think it originally got it's name from a platinum credit card - hikers that stay at lots of hostels, choose the more expensive hostels or go to hotels instead. Buy more expensive food, think dehydrated meals every night instead of ramen. Maybe eat at more expensive restaurants in town. Just have a little more money to spend than maybe the average hiker.

[@WorldTowning]

I explain in a future vlog.

[@suemoore1965]

👣💕 SO MANY WONDERFUL THINGS MOSTLY MADE POSSIBLE BY WILL TODAY