Appalachian Trail Thru Hike Episode 2 - Sleepless Night

Day 3 21.6 Woody Gap to 32.6 Stealth
Day 4 32.6 Stealth to 50.1 Blue Mountain Shelter
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[@reidsord]

You are doing really frequent and detailed updates! Try not to get burnt out. Detach and enjoy your hike from time to time. You have a long walk ahead!

[@walkingwriter4325]

Great shot of the Orion constellation, my favorite one. It sets earlier each night, so catch it while you can. And don't stress out about what you think you "should" do on your hike. Enjoy it how you want. I'm not much for crowds either. But if you fall in with someone, just ask questions to start. A good icebreaker. Cool fact about Orion (the hunter)--the shoulder star on the upper left, Betelgeuse, is so huge that over a billion of our suns could fit inside it. Looking forward to your next post!

[@thriftyendurance]

I'm an introvert too! I prefer journaling, solo hiking but I'm trying this year too...to be around other people 👍🏻 I am enjoying following your journey. The chicken salad is good, huh. It's one of my favs. Don't forget your privy breaks, as my grandad would always say on trail. 🌺

[@MrBrucifer2]

The reflections seriously make these videos that much better. Thanks for taking us on this ride.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Those overlooks were phenomenal. And they only get better!

[@raylamascus2296]

I'm with you man I just want to camp alone. Loners got to be alone

[@wandawilloughby6052]

Go out of your comfort zone and you will be rewarded with some lasting friendships. They say the trail always changes you. Your videos are as always so enjoyable.

[@ianbolden7342]

Hey Buddy. Just wanted to say thanks for the video. I live in Granville Ohio and hike all the time. Been watching your channel for some time now. I think I connected to your thinking when you said that you are an introvert. I am too. I hike a ton by myself and am section hiking the AT. Keep posting. Maybe you can do a meetup with my hiking friends. I know what you mean about the wind being wicked. Last year hike a third of the Laurel Highlands trail. The wind rocked my hammock and tarp all night. Keeps you up at night. Keep posting. Don't give up, you got this.

[@zohkine2129]

I really admire the way you are going out of your comfort zone and engaging with people, even though you are introverted! Gives me hope. Cant wait for the next episode!

[@BT-gg1bz]

I consider myself on the introverted side as well but over the years I've found it's less about not wanting to be around people and more about being picky about the people I'm around. Quality over quantity.

[@aliceg9571]

You know what? You can say and do whatever you want. As long as your having fun. That’s why you chose to do this journey. I’m glad to be, at least in some way, along for the ride. Hope you enjoy every part of this experience. Thanks for the one of a kind awesome views! As always stay safe. I have a few more to catch on but I’ll get there.

[@nikkis1871]

Love the positive comments about the community - as well as the shout out to the trail maintainers! Never seem like they get enough appreciation.

[@bearanoia673]

Thanks for showing camp footage & Sharing your adventure! Keep On, Keepin' On! 🐻🌲

[@GawgaCracka]

Love the vids bro. It's always amazed me how quick Hikers, and Bikers always seem to be the best people, never hesitate to lend a hand, live by the mantra "treat people like U want to be treated" if more people lived this way the world would be a better place. God's speed brotha.

[@viadharmawheel]

Because they don't need social media every 5 seconds!

[@7autumn5]

You look SO happy! I hope this continues to be such a great experience for you! Thanks for bringing us along!

[@krillenm]

I stayed at the budget inn in Hiawasee last year during my thru. Definitely worth the extra $20~

[@tb4876]

Thanks for the great memories. I miss the trail life. You and I have similar hiking styles. I too always tried to camp alone..mostly. Enjoy your hike!

[@Ohiotruckerkat]

Even a bad day on the trail is still a great day!!

[@concernedcitizen780]

A bad day on the trail is better than a good day at work.

[@uptrail7169]

I notice how many on KZbin like Sintax77 talk about seeing the stars. I've been seeing them my entire life up here in Northern Michigan. Same with the Northern Lights, but it's still neat to see them. Good Luck with the rest of your AT Adventure! 👍

[@onkelsort5381]

I hear you on the introvert biz, makes at least two of us 😉

[@iberiksoderblom]

Three ☺

[@tarheelhiker7463]

Four

[@sharontelson6758]

5

[@GingerByrn1]

Six

[@pacrib]

and 7@@GingerByrn1

[@silverbreezeRn]

The views are amazing, so it's fine to keep using that word. Great videos, I like how you are including so much of the scenery. Thanks for taking us along on your journey.

[@tonedeafgi6006]

That was Orion,the three brightest are Orions Belt! I'm looking forward to do some star gazing!

[@peterlaughlin930]

Good luck on your hike I’ve learned a lot from you in the past and hope to learn more God bless

[@ArnieLovesHiking]

2 gorgeous days and good commentary. Thanks for sharing.

[@TrekkerPat]

Thank you so much for taking us along with you. All the very best!

[@melissapoor7734]

Just found your channel. I really appreciate your enthusiasm! You can say amazing all you want to! Thanks for sharing with us.

[@bobbiannpease5763]

Love the short intro and these views are amazing!! Go Frozen, go!

[@keiserphoto]

Very awesome. Appreciate all your thoughts and inspiration. Following your AT hike!! Enjoy the journey!

[@716_adventures3]

Great videos so far from the AT, Frozen! Been watching you for about 2 years now and you can already see how much this trail has changed you, the smiles are contagious!

[@dyllanmeyer8475]

Living the dream out here brotha, enjoy the hike got a ways too go but you got it man. I like how detailed you make it day too day, keep up the good work.

[@madhacker7]

Dude, I'm so happy for you that things are going well and you're enjoying your time. Thank you for allowing us to live through your experiences. God bless and be safe.

[@Edogawa1117]

Good luck,my friend. You have taught me a lot about hiking. I,wish you all the best on your hike.

[@sharontelson6758]

Love your hoodie, gonna go back and watch your gear videos again. Thanks for the sharing your adventures.

[@1966magicmike]

Wow what views, enjoy your time and GOD bless you. Thanks for the video coverage and can’t wait til next video.

[@RESTLESSOUTDOORS]

Dude...that Chicken Salad shit is delicious!!! Had it last weekend and was pleasantly surprised!!! So jealous and happy your living the life you're experiencing!!! There are some amazing people on that trail...mingle away an DON'T MISS OUT!!!!

[@blakemiller138]

Enjoying your trip with ya. Can hardly wait til #3 arrives. Thanks

[@TheBeardedOutdoorsman18]

I love the views from Blood Mountain, I just did an over night trip back in October up and over Blood Mountain.

[@debfee]

These videos are great! Thanks for keeping us all in touch as much as you are. It eases my mind knowing you are okay. This adventure has to be an amazing time for you! Can't wait to see you in a few days!!

[@charlotteduru5585]

It's beautiful to see you enjoying yourself. Hope that the foot issue will solve itself soon! Take care! Love from Germany ♥️

[@soup5917]

Hey man!! Been watching your vids for a long time. So pumped to follow you on your journey, I'd love to be out there someday. Enjoy my friend.

[@wingmanhoy3999]

Awesome beautiful hike and start of your adventure North, all the best.

[@papp927]

Keep pushing forward. I’m hiking a small 7 mile section tomorrow Pa little gap to Smith gap. Gotta love them pa rocks.

[@joepeters5796]

Loved this. I've been watching your beginner series -- thanks for sharing. I'm looking forward to "my own adventures" with hammock camping. It's nice to be able to do that while investing in the tried and true.

[@michaellarkins6983]

Thanks for taking us with you. Magical journey.

[@soaringeagleoutdoors]

Thanks for stopping at Blie Mountain shelter. That is where I got my trail name so it was good to see and reminisce, and I also hung my food bag before discovering the bear cables, LOL.

[@jaecubed592]

Super excited for you... You seem so happy and at peace. Good for you.

[@67wolfpack]

Great vid. Love your willing to open up and be you! God bless and look forward too following.

[@dwayneg8486]

Glad you liked the coffee. Got to have that liquid gold to jump start the day. Loving the videos man. Your doing great!!

[@I77AGIC]

been enjoying following your hike. stay safe and have fun!

[@DollarBlazing]

You're glowing. I absolutely love it! Enjoy it dude. I can't wait to be there one day.

[@bahamajim1998]

This is why i love A T hike videos . hearing people getting down to earth and sharing simple thoughts on life . i thought i was the only who has problems with conversations lol. Great video and remember its always gonna be a good gosh dam day!

[@brianduval656]

Great section. I went through there two years ago and came into contact with Norovirus at Neal's Gap. I have to crawl into that last shelter. Man that sucked!

[@SethDombachProductions]

Can’t wait until you make it to central PA. I’ll have some trail magic for you

[@billmanns3303]

Thanks for taking us along. Finding it hard to work (in my office) and watch you on the trail at the same time. Northward!

[@baldmi3603]

Thanks for posting these videos. It is so stress relieving to watch hiking videos. And I keep waiting to get bit by the backpacking bud. I have the gear picked out in my mind .

[@paulhodge855]

I spent a night there in a hammock behind the Blue Mountain shelter. Winds gusting at least 60mph and temps almost freezing with heavy rain. Only scary night on the AT. My brother and I were soaking wet and cold. Took me a good hour in my down quilt to stop shaking from the cold. Good times. Love that memory of overcoming the elements. You are doing great and that short climb out of Tesnatee Gap into Hogspen killed me. I also ate lunch in the Low Gap Shelter and they have a great privy. Very cool to see familiar places. My avatar picture is of me in the Blairsville square enjoying a cigar after my section hike.

[@JJ-mf8ru]

You could add a second pair of thin insoles to the Altra Lone Peaks for more cushioning. Years ago, Altra used to supply an extra pair of thin (maybe 3mm) inserts to its Torin shoes, which I would use in my Lone Peaks to make them more plush. Since I could no longer find those inserts that had the wide forefoot shape, I would take the insoles from my old pair of LPs and cut the edges off the heel portion, just like the shape of the Torin's extra inserts. Without those edges that curve up, the additional insole should sit flat below the stock insole of your LPs. Hope you can understand my explanation, ha ha.

[@jimpflugrath6220]

I'll comment about Altras here. About 2 weeks ago, I got a pair of Altra Timp 1.5 which are my first Altras ever. I wore them on a 7-day backpacking trip just a day after buying them with no issues. A flyer in the box noted that different models of Altras have different degrees of cushioning. I don't know what the infatuation is on KZbin with Lone Peaks as Altra says themselves the LonePeaks are not as cushioned as some of their other trail runners. Like @JJ, I also added another insert (in my case Spenco) UNDER the Altra insert, so created my own rock plate and more cushioning. For more than 10 years now, I have simply moved my Spenco inserts into new shoes I have bought. In camp I remove all inserts to create loose camp shoes and dry out my feet and shoes.

[@barb61]

Just started following after seeing you on SBO and with Artemis- video is great! Can’t wait to see the rest of your adventure!

[@strickysbackpackingadventures]

Go Frozen! Sounds like you started great. Hoping you’re still at that point. Stay safe and Godspeed!

[@brianogden9076]

Love the journey so far. Embrace the awesome.

[@CoachBill315]

Jason.. I enjoy your videos so much... keep up the great work. 👍👍

[@Runveryfar]

I like that you are hiking solo and not hanging with a "Tramily" . Create the experiences you want and don't feel pressured to conform to what others do. Loved your Black Forest Hike and I'll be "finding time to do my own adventure" on that trail this spring. Thanks for the videos they are awesome!

[@jeffs6229]

Hey man, this is your adventure and do what comes naturally and comfortably. I am introverted most often but am more extroverted on trail, not sure why. The Georgia Appalachian Trail Club (I am a proud member) does a great job working to keep the trail in good shape. Enjoy your hike as much as we are enjoying your videos! Be safe!

[@floydmietus6624]

Oil Creek ,PA is following the adventure Good luck brother

[@enelise]

I love watching along with you. And I agree the backing packing beef stroganoff is amazing. Wishing you safety and stamina to get to Maine from Ohio!

[@serafinhikes]

When I see overlooks like you've shown, I'm going to sit down and enjoy them. Take a break.

[@kckrye]

Praying for ya Jason. Have a blast Out there and stay safe.

[@theworldaccordingtogoat4482]

Nice job buddy. Super envious. Not gonna lie. Keep your boots on the trail. Pulling for you. 🤘

[@TheWasatchGearReview]

Following your instincts will be key to the successful completion of your hike. Cheers Jason

[@danielgolite]

High quality videos. Feel like I am there too. Looks like you are having some sunny days. Best wishes for you.

[@jeremiahgillam3536]

I hate nights like that...a lot. The good news is that you survived and have a story to tell. Stay safe Frozen.

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

I am really enjoying your videos Frozen. I especially like your willingness to be "real". Take Care and Enjoy

[@yemrot1]

Slow, steady, and always take time for a view. Enjoy!

[@lisaray6493]

Love that you’re including “us,”your viewers, as part of your experience. You’ve got a special channel and many devoted followers. Please don’t let that taint your hike with undo pressure. Praying you have a terrific time. We love you kiddo

[@MagisterCobb]

Amazing was ER’s word a few years ago if I recall. I’m surprised that you’re surprised that so many folks recognize you. You had a pretty big channel before you announced your thru hike. I appreciate the work you are putting into the videos. Thanks!

[@joecox2877]

Yea Woodys Gap is one of the windiest place on the Ga section hang in there after Blue it is pretty much up hill until NC but I am sure have this should start to warm up this weekend but more rain coming

[@JeffMeadowsOutdoors]

I’m 100% with you on the lintrovertedness”. I mostly hike alone, and stealth camp. But this morning I was hiking on the AT and had 2 nice visits with other hikers. As I continued on I realized that I do that often when hiking. I wouldn’t dare speak to strangers at Walmart or somewhere, but on the trail I feel an instant bond with other hikers. Have a great hike!

[@ericwinterhalt8433]

I love how he is so polite and doesn't cram the camera down everyone's face

[@jaecubed592]

I love how you talk about being introverted and have said you were probably going to do this hike solo but knowing how this ends how that all changes. Lol great stuff.

[@mhgodzilla2055]

Loving the series so far. You are uber prepped. The Swiss guy did not prep with Insanity Beach Bodies. Keep us posted on Sven.

[@Drone256]

My gear setup is very similar to yours. I'll be starting a flip flop from HF on April 22. Can you briefly show your Hammock setup at each stop? I'm just curious how low you pitch it, whether you keep doors open, how much heat you retain (in cold) or how ventilated it is in warm. I have the same tarp you have but tend to pitch mine low and tight. It's probably due to some irrational fear and attempt to have a little privacy. Lol. I also tend to camp just a bit away from others so they can't hear every turn or cough during the night.

[@trailcat71]

Great vid! Thanks for sharing. Glad to see you are doing well. Fingers crosses for good weather:)

[@yankeeinthesouth]

Take care out there buddy

[@toots4204]

F#*k yeah frozen!!!! This is great so far!! Keep it going

[@barryweigle1356]

East Palestine Ohio will be following you all the way to Maine

[@Revenant1431]

I kept thinking about the Cookie monster from Sesame Street when I see you in the blue with the hood on...Glad to see you enjoying the journey Jason

[@DragonRoams]

It's great to see how happy you are on the trail. Make the most of it. I wouldn't sweat how you normally camp and just go with it. Shelter no, shelter you'll know.

[@robertschwartz9234]

Wow I like this you uploading every other day I love it brother frozen be safe bro

[@GARYMANDIEVAN]

You are doing great thanks for the videos

[@swatsullivan]

Nice!! Happy hiking!!

[@texanoutdoors6409]

You are a lucky man to have the nice weather and views so far. 🤠

[@joefryfry]

I hammocked on Carter Ridge last year in a bad wind situation and the ground was soft and already trees down everywhere. was scary in the whites

[@devorah711]

Love your video. Wait, for VT or should I say the northeast mountains, you’ll feel like you can touch the stars ✨ amazing. The days are tough, so I’ll pray for your evenings to be full of star 💫 gazing. Enjoy every moment. ❄️💨🌨🌩⛈🌦🌈💫⛰👟

[@hap2bee]

If you want to see stars, better plan the cdt next. In the Wyoming wind river range they really pop.

[@garyontheat1850]

You'll 100% meet some awesome people along the way that you'll enjoy hiking or meeting up with.

[@hikingwithyowie]

Amazing...Your view are outstanding...enjoy...from the smile on ur face I can tell u r living the dream 😀

[@All_Things_Out_Doors]

What a great start!!!

[@OUTDOORS55]

Living the dream 👍👍

[@awtull]

Loving it.New word stupendous!!!

[@jeffbuzzard6837]

Awesome videos, thank you for sharing you Journey.