Ben Donich via Rest and Be Thankful | Scotland Day Walks

[@barracudaswim]

Great video Abby! I can’t thank you enough for what you do and have done for me. I am 78 years old and, because of your inspiration, I have returned to hiking and backpacking. I can’t do what I was able to do when I was younger but I’m outdoors enjoying everything. Thanks again

[@naym8638]

Ben Donich is one of my favourite places in the world. A total hidden gem. The views never get old...

[@MichaelAndersen_DK]

Often, it's the lesser peaks that are the most rewarding. Gorgeous views!!

[@hnahler]

Great walk and video. The lack of other hikers shows how obsessed we are with numbers rather than views. I bet the three Munros on the other side of the Arrochar Alps were ‘busy’ while you could enjoy their amazing views on your own.

[@boredcamperz7548]

Love your channel Abbey 🤗I've watched loadsa them to date. Love your Scottish accent, your enthusiasm & knowledge. I'm in Glasgow & never done Dornich until tomorrow! Keep it Wild Adventurer 😎

[@kathrynbrock1558]

Another splendid walk Abbie. Thanks for sharing. It inspires me to carry on walking and enjoying the natural world particularly birds. I can’t climb now but just love the feel of staying wild……

[@jenhanlon3840]

Wow…I drove to the Rest and Be Thankful this weekend, feeling rubbish and breathed in the power of those mountains. I could only look up and they all had cloud hats on ☺️…I never imaged the view from the top, spectacular. Thanks for sharing it 🙏🏻

[@rachelfarley9342]

Thanks for another great adventure! Really need to get to Scotland! Love the fact you love rocks as much as I do - I always think people think I’m strange because I get so excited by a lump of rock - but rather that than being ordinary! 🤪🤪🤪🤪

[@daveexplore3856]

Grand little ramble ! 🌹

[@murchiesmountains2820]

Great video 😍👍..Ben Donich is one of my favourite Mountains ..Camped on the summit a few times😁..That ravine though beautiful can be treacherous in the winter..Enjoyed the video 😁 Cheers Robert

[@stevegoacher6964]

Abbie, your infectious enthusiasm and raw love of the outdoors is a true inspiration to my wife and I. Despite being in our seventies, and not being in the best of health, you have reminded us that the best things in life truly are free - fresh air, breathtaking views, peace and tranquility. We love your walks and can sense your mindfulness with every step you take. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us and inspiring us to get out more. Hope lovely things happen for you today. Marion and Steve

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@ashtaws]

We stayed in lochgoilhead..a beautiful part of a beautiful country. Your video has been very inspiring. 👍🏻

[@jameschurch5221]

Brilliant video, young lady, you should have a wee TV show showing off all those wonderful walks and climbs. Thank you for showcasing my favourite place on earth. 😁

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Maybe one day!

[@KettenmannSB]

Very nice to see that you are on the road again. Very beautiful views. Thank you My hiking time here in Germany is also slowly starting again.

[@zennor_man]

Astonishing landscapes….a very fine video👍.. and some wise thoughts!

[@eddycollier8595]

Scotland!! The BEST little country in the world

[@superten12]

Well done Abbie. Ben Donich is on my do list but the last time i went there the mist came down as I was reaching the peak and i thought to be safe that i needed to turn back and I'm glad i did as the weather changed to you couldnae see where you were going.

[@JoColours]

Sometimes I think: Are you really, really sure that's the path, Abby? :) Thanks for taking us along. I love these videos.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

You are so welcome!

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

Good choice to stay another day and hike this beauty! Thanks for taking us along.

[@MarkN67]

Another lovely video Abbie, I really enjoy your work. Thank you.

[@MarkBurns-qv5el]

Did you stop at the burger van the bacon rolls are to die for. Been up and down that road numerous of times such a great view from the top have many photos. Nice to see your well take care Kiddo x

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Haha, I'm plant based so more for others to eat ;)

[@samgold2024]

Excellent walk Abbie ! So relaxing to watch and also very inspiring. Fabulous views too ! By the way You should check out the Dales Way walk as a long distance walk to do.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Thank you! Will do!

[@_andy_gibb_]

What great views! Just goes to show that you don't need to hike the highest peaks to get the best views. I really like the sentiment behind those sayings "Today's a good day to have a good day" and "It feels good to feel good". 😀

[@whiteeaglewarrior]

I love rest and be thankful. I stop there when living in my car, and camp overnight at glen mhor? car park before heading up the highlands for more gawping at the sheer beauty of the scenery. You certainly captured the emotion one feels when surrounded by Gods creation of Scotland. I swear I felt it with you :) Your channel is the one I come to as I mentally embark on backpacking. I have health issues and disability but I have the kit and want to use it and be really wild. Its one thing living in a car, another taking on trails with a bergen but I want to do it. So I will. And you're gunna help me do it lol

[@johnfrew9032]

Thanks Abby for another cracking video

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

My pleasure!

[@hikingwiththeshackletons]

Lovely views, the steep climbs make it so worth it. We hiked the Langdale pikes on Saturday which as you know is a difficult climb but the views from Pavey ark, Harrison Stickle and Pike o Stickle are breathtaking ❤

[@silverbreezeRn]

AMAZING VIEWS and video!!

[@hikesaroundkyoto]

Amazing landscapes! I love to see geology and vegetation in other countries. Thank you for sharing your great hike!

[@sylviarowley6668]

Wow! Abby, what a beautiful peaceful hike! Love it. Thank you.

[@Scottishebikeadventures]

Nice video Abbie . Ben Donich is a great hike and when the visibility is good it's well worth it.

[@TommiV226]

Thank you Abbie for another wonderful videos. Your hiking videos are so relaxing ^_^ And they make me want to return to Scotland (and visit the Lake District too). Greetings from Finland!

[@Garncec]

Great video as always mate

[@samfrancis1394]

seeing this makes me wish for an Appalachian Mountains series from you.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

One day ;)

[@heatherchannelgetoutside]

really enjoyed the view! thanks for the vid and the inspiring message at the end.. Jesus Loves U 😊

[@aprilsmith1166]

Hi Abbie, I really enjoy your videos, thank you so much. Can I ask what belt you use? Is it to protect your lower back? I have pain there sometimes and that belt looks super supportive. Thanks, Pip

[@ianprater5030]

where about did you park if you don't mind me asking. I did not recognize that it of rest and be thankful.

[@Scottishebikeadventures]

Take the Lochgoilhead cut off at R&BT and there's an opening into the left with plenty of space for parking .

[@icegypsy99]

@AbbieBarnesWILD I noticed you put on a large belt when you were gearing up at 0:35 Does that give you back support? Just wondering as I deal with chronic lower back pain. Am slowly getting into hiking. Dealing with chronic pain in my back and legs, I never thought I could do it. Mostly doing day hikes right now. I'm up to doing 5 hours or so right now. Looking for anything to help make it easier.

[@AbbieBarnesWILD]

Hiya, yes I have chronic pain in my fascia and it helps me a lot. I basically use a deadlifting belt. You can find them on amazon easily:)

[@icegypsy99]

@@AbbieBarnesWILD Thank you. I will look into getting one. I invested into an osprey day pack (Tempest). It has made a wold of difference. My old pack was hurting my shoulders, upper back so bad I'd be crippled for a week after a simple day out....this pack has made a world of difference. I have added the belt to my "must have" list if and when I start doing some longer backpacking trips.

[@shaunmoneil]

Near the beginning of this you say Arrochar with a 'ch', I've always said it like arrow-car without the W. I don't mean this as a correction at all, more .. I used to live on gareloch, if I find out I said it wrong for 20 years I'm going to be mortified. Anyone with a bit of local lingo care to chip in?

[@whiteeaglewarrior]

Aye you're right. I would say Arrow-char until a copper pronounced it arro-kar (like you did) Ballachulish was another one ...balla-hoo-lish :)

[@longnik]

Yep - I lived there for a while… ‘Arro-kah’. Great video as always.