CDT - Silver City to Terminus/Mexico

[@JaruWalks]

Thank you for watching. I will continue posting photography and other updates on Instagram, @jaruwalks.

[@RC-qf3mp]

Great job. Looking forward to gear reviews, Q&A, tips/tricks, spiritual lessons learned, etc. as possible upcoming videos. But first things first. Get some rest!

[@haydenwalton2766]

outstanding montage

[@keithbradford6708]

I now I have a great reason to sign up for Instagram😊

[@Zen_Mox]

In 2023, I stopped working to look after my mother, who was diagnosed with cancer. She passed in April 2024. Your content has been the only thing I've looked forward to this year. I'm sitting here crying tears of joy for you. Congratulations.

[@CJoy076]

@@Zen_Mox I'm so sorry 😞 I hope you are able to find more moments of joy in 2025.

[@hikinggsdmom8754]

Now I see why your final video of the journey took so long to post. You took the time to recap the entire trek and made it an incredibly artistic piece that told a beautiful story. And the dramatic finish at the end couldn’t even have been scripted. Thank you for all of it and I hope you’re getting much needed rest and recovery from your epic journey.

[@EthanDurant]

If only other viewers could have been so patient, I saw so many comments berating him to spoil the finish 😕😕

[@matthewthalhamer2825]

This has been my favorite hiking vlog of the year, and while I'm happy that you have finished I am also sad,

[@jasonfriske]

Congratulations on a wonderful achievement! Very harrowing but rewarding, i'm sure. The wild was lucky to have you as a guest for all of 2024 and we were lucky to be a spectator.

[@ElDiabloTheExplorer]

Thank you for sharing your travels. I started following while you were on the CDT. I went back some videos and realized we were both in Glacier around the same time. Happy Hiking!!!!

[@alisondailey3834]

Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap Clap....... STANDING OVATION.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Crying for you!!! The timing...!!! WOW. Fireworks!!!!!!!!!!!! Outstanding & all of your filming with music ~ Congratulations!! Now, get some good rest with all the trimmings.

[@davidlawyer855]

Brilliant! You are such a badass, in such a great way. Admiration comes to mind, tears to my cheeks. I have enjoyed watching your journey. Epic!

[@dunkyou]

Wonderful, beautiful..., thank you for taking us along! Congratulations!!!

[@carolinadiazgranados2873]

Congrats on completing the CYTC, Nightshift! Thanks for sharing your epic journey. It was a treat to follow along. Thanks for teaching me to push beyond my comfort zone. You are a badass!

[@voyageur6]

Woo hooo! Impressive!! Congratulations!! It gave this double tripple crowner chills watching the review of all 3 trails. It's amazing that you could pull it off, especially when sickness took you off trail for more than 2 weeks. Throughout all of your videos I recognize so many of the sights, warmed my heart. It takes so much to keep your head together for just a single thru-hike and you did it for 3 consecutive trails. Unreal! On top of that, you did it while making all these incredible videos with precious little town time. That's a lot of extra work. Thanks for that, sharing the whole adventure with us all. I hope you climbed into your sleeping bag right there at the terminous monument on the border and slept as long as possibe. Nice of the Mexicans to shoot those fire works off for you. Night Shift, I wish you many more happy hikes. - Voyageur

[@easydoesit9584]

Nightshift, I've been following your journey from the beginning, ever since 5 5tack recommended your Arizona Trail video while you were still in Georgia or North Carolina. My sincerest congratulations on completing your journey. Even though you always had to make miles, I appreciate how often you paused to admire the beauty around you. As for the negative comments some people posted, it seems that you were able to convert their venom into fuel. If you're not familiar with The Man in The Arena speech by Teddy Roosevelt, I think it's on point, and particularly applicable to what you've accomplished in the last year while others sit on their couch and criticize or "correct" you. I think you'll really like it. But enough of that, congrats and enjoy a well-deserved rest. Your perseverence and curiousity will carry you far and I wish you the best. Happy Trails!

[@kirklynch2539]

Respect. What a journey, thanks so much for sharing.

[@loislanee]

You sure showed us. Sorry I was one of the people who piled onto you for not telling us whether you finished. You did this the right way. I was too impatient to hear, and you spent the whole year demonstrating ultimate patience. That last minute of your video was the best of all your videos.

[@flowerpower1980]

That was the most incredible video I’ve ever watched. Wow! Wow! Wow! Congrats to you seems like such an understatement. BRAVO!!!!

[@Randee04]

Nightshift, as a faithful follower I must say how thoughtful, well planned and smart your hike seemed to be. You are an inspiration to so many and wow, what a challenge you set for yourself!! Congratulations to you and I'll miss your posts. Well done.

[@JohnSherwin-x3y]

You have achieved a grand triumph. I congratulate you. And the video editing and musical choice (Liebestod) to close your last episode? Inspired. Thank you.

[@ItsMe-ex2vu]

Absolutely Incredible! The Entire Year

[@RickINFJ]

What a monumentous achievement for a human being to complete in a year, Bravo! 👏 And what a beautiful film you gave us in just 40 minutes.🌹 Thank you for honoring Sadie. Rest well weary traveler. ✌️

[@aprilmayjunesummer]

Walking Jaru has been a small part of 2024 for me, and it was always a pleasure. Thank you for sharing parts of what you saw, letting us meet the people you met and putting your thoughts into words. As a hiker, I learned a lot. And congratulations!!!

[@lisarunyon7377]

This was a grand finale if there ever was one! You are to be congratulated! A calendar year triple crowner, wow! What an achievement. Thank you for every video along the way, I have watched them all. I learned from you and cheered you on from afar. Thank you and well done!!!

[@Randee04]

Nightshift, I am truly in awe!!! What a monumental accomplishment! Your thoughtful conscientious planning and preparation and knowledge of your surroundings made you successful. To be able to follow your journey has been so inspiring and educational and uplifting I am just beyond amazed at your accomplishment! You must be in some sort of state of shock at your personal accomplishment, you should be! Well done my friend, well done and thank you so much for filming this for us to appreciate. 💚💚💚

[@Kay_Lorraine]

Jake, I've been with you since the first step southbound AT. Never once did I doubt you, not even for one second. You have a spirit and character that will travel across time. An inspiration for young, old, man, woman, courageous and fearful. Take a deep breath and go with educated determination. Never stop, just turn around here and there. But always keep going. I bet your Momma is so very proud of you! Such an awesome young man you are. Yes, I cried pretty much all the way through this video. "Take THAT you nay sayers from the couch. Take THAT!" Waving goodbye from the West Coast, Kay 💜💜

[@boblacourse1430]

Congratulation on a outstanding accomplishment! I followed you from the beginning and enjoyed every video.

[@rwbesser]

Terrific finale! Easily the best hiking video I’ve seen on KZbin.

[@thinshadow]

Man, what an amazing finale. Phenomenal video and achievement!

[@gibrigg]

Congratulations on your achievement! Your journey was Inspiring and uplifting. Extraordinary filmmaking by the way. Good luck in your future hikes.

[@joeswoods]

Congratulations. You couldn’t have cut it much closer than that eh? I got to say, I watched your first video when it was the only one posted and didn’t quite get it(the starting at the boarder part). Fast forward a month or so and started watching again to see you went from the Gulf coast and I got it. You may be the only person to complete a triple crown with boarder to boarder crossings for all three trails. Really enjoyed watching.

[@mop66666]

Thank you for letting us tag along on your hike. Love the diverse things you see and film on trail that many people miss or wont see.

[@debmoye1985]

A person who is at the very top of their craft is considered a Genius. Epic journey and extraordinary storytelling. Thank you for sharing this. It was amazing.

[@cyclonasaurusrex1525]

Not gonna lie: I’m really going to miss this. Thank you for taking us with you and showing us the beauty in nature, in other people, and inside all of us. Amazing experience!

[@MaryanneN_]

Had to pause my viewing to say: Magnificent, absolutely magnificent. You are such a talented videographer and photographer. Thank you so so much for sharing so much with us. Edit: Epic. Congratulations, and thank you.

[@scott_seaandmtn]

This was an absolutely epic adventure to watch unfold... all the challenges (snow, fires, giardia, noro, flu, dry deserts, gates, etc, etc) along the way made the runway to finish in the CY tighter and tighter. Congratulations on a massive accomplishment and memories to cherish forever. I was watching since day one when you were at the border in Maine and I couldn't quite believe what I was seeing and hearing. You did it! The smile on your face at the Mexico border on Dec 31 was so great to see. Soak it in. Truly amazing.. and as others remarked... this is among the best close out videos I have seen. Well done! All the best in 2025!

[@joselletrois8676]

You brought my husband and I to tears today. I can’t even put into words the feelings and emotions that surfaced as we watched this final video. We are so grateful that you shared your journey with us all. Congratulations!!!!!

[@cathyparker6980]

So proud of Y❤️U 🎉. I have enjoyed spending the last year following you and living vicariously through your remarkable journey. Thank you! One of my 2024 highlights was seeing your signature in the logbook when I visited PA this fall and visited the AT near the iron masters mansion. I’m in KY so not near any of the major trails you’ve traversed. I hope when I retire in three years to hike and/or visit parts of these trails. I learned so many magnificent facts through your commentary while hiking 🥾. I admire your honesty, intelligence and introspection. It was such a treat to be able to follow you. Thank you again for everything. Wishing you many blessings and lots of good health and happiness in your future endeavors. 🤗 I’ll miss having these vlogs to look forward to. OUTSTANDING JOB! 👏

[@brossolo5531]

Stories happen to those who can tell them. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of yours.

[@tomschuler4181]

Wow! What a finish. What a journey. Absolutely incredible and beautiful. You should be so proud congratulations 🎊🎉🍾🎈and thank you so much for sharing.

[@corinnaprice6804]

Congratulations. Well done. Such tenacity to the last minutes. Huge accomplishment and encouragement for each of us to push and do challenging goals and dreams! Thank you for all the time you spent sharing your journey. I thanks God you survived and kept finding the trail and for your navigation skills and sharing that you are human and following the trail in all seasons and weather can be tricky!

[@MisterStarstuff93]

Excellent. I'm so happy for you.

[@ElizabethSkinner-l3m]

Very much enjoyed your content including your philosophical and moral commentary. Your physical endurance is off the charts but I also find you incredibly intelligent and appreciate your spiritual insights. After checking multiple times a day for your finale I was blown away by what you put together. Beautiful videography, clever way to address the naysayers, suspense and genuine emotion. Congratulations. Very happy for you and good luck

[@kimberlypenney7216]

I am amazed at you! Along the way you stopped to listen to people’s story even when you knew your time was getting short. Oh man what a journey. Loved the ending and following you! You made your own story and I loved it. Thank you.

[@AuntieLauriesBigHike]

Phenomenal. 🎉❤ Great coverage, honest and brave.

[@kristensinclair4822]

Congratulations! What an epic journey of a lifetime. It was so nice of Mexico to provide the fireworks to mark your victory!🎆🎇

[@vshybeej8756]

OMG what a suspenseful year. Congratulations on completing the triple crown in 2024!!! I damn near lost it when you said "in honor of Sadie, the triple crown dog." Thank you for such an incredible year. I loved all of your talking chants. I thought they were incredible and inspiration. Congrats again on this years wonderful journey of completing the triple crown. -Shybee

[@maubeecat2910]

Congratulations!!!!!!! That was an amazing achievement! And your video was pretty epic, too! Great job!!!🎉❤😊

[@lindatipton413]

What total awesomeness!! Thank you so much for this. I have enjoyed your travels so much.❤❤❤❤❤

[@ATHiker2022-g3v]

Incredible job here and I regret judging you for not spoiling the ending for everybody. I learned something about my jumping to conclusions. You are a freakin' superhero.

[@louiselafond1443]

Congratulations! What an accomplishment! I love that you included the quotes from the naysayers; this video is the perfect response. I wish you a good long recovery and my very best for wherever your path leads next. 🎉 👑👑👑🎉

[@karenanddogs6645]

Jaru! You did it! New years Eve, 2024. Gave me goose bumps. I wasn't sure it would happen. Weather conditions were not exactly ideal. Super proud of you man. Congratulations! ❤🙏🏻😄

[@janetmccomb-therusticblack3046]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! You are such an inspiration - perseverance, determination, strength, wisdom, and so much more! Thank you for documenting your journey. I have loved following along. I've been patiently (not so much!) waiting for this last video. I knew you'd make it!!! All of your vlogs have been excellent, and I will truly miss them. Best wishes to you!

[@DelwyneTrefz]

FREAKING PHENOMENAL! Your physical and logistical accomplishment is next level as is this wrap-up video. I'm an old guy who's not in the least bit ashamed to tell you I shed some happy tears when the pic of you at the terminus popped up! And to hit it at 11:21 PM!! You've done a great thing that nobody can ever take away from you, and you've earned the right to be extremely satisfied and proud. Sincerest congratulations!

[@YellowstoneJayhawk]

Oh my gosh. What an accomplishment and what humility. You persevered thru that which few can endure as you found it deep in your soul to continue. I loved your trek and know great things are in your future my friend.

[@amywirtz6881]

What an epic finish with fireworks to celebrate an incredible journey to your calendar triple crown. Congratulations!! I have truly enjoyed your amazing adventure! Thank you for sharing it with all of us!

[@MakersTeleMark]

Bravo. Been following you for awhile. The mind is an amazing creation.

[@AmaniSoaps]

Congratulations! Ive been watching ever since you met up with my husband (5 stack) and have been rooting for you since. Best wishes for whatever comes next (a book, maybe?).

[@stevecypher9213]

Amazing hiking and creative videography. So much respect!

[@hilgi2003]

Congrats! That was one impressive journey! I enjoyed watching your progress.

[@martinhudon8337]

Suspense is over: Congrats! Epic. You've seen and met the best of the country, plus got to pet a few dogs too. Thanks for taking us along and showing what few will see in their lifetime!

[@wendygrw]

Wow! No words. Fantastic final chapter to your epic journey. I have been following your triple crown attempt since you started in January of 2024. You have encountered obstacles (fires, illness, injury and more) overcome them, and persisted, never giving up on yourself and your goal. Bravo! Well done. All of your videos have been cinematic and artistic. This one is your masterwork, for sure. Bittersweet, though, because all of us who have followed your videos and your journey will miss seeing your vlogs and listening to your musings, interviews and teachings. Cheers and happy new year!

[@Plumski4500]

Congratulations Jaru! ❤I knew you would complete it!!! Please keep posting about life after trail! 😊 Congratulations again to you!!

[@kellymccarter6032]

Absolutely wonderful!! You should be very proud of yourself, that was one epic journey. Thank you for sharing it with me. And congratulations 🎉

[@mikaelaolsen8835]

Congratulations! Had to blink away tears there in the end. I knew you could do it even if it was impossible! Absolutely amazing! Now you can rest a bit but soon your legs will itch again and then you take a trip to my favourite path to film it. Last week of March/beginning of April is the time to start for the flowers. And the water. The nightskies are some of the best. In theory I imagine it will not be a challenge for you after all the types of nature you have walked through. But then I remember tge path goes through a unique and magical landscape. Difficult to hike through for everyone who has not hiked there before. There are so many unbelievably beautiful spots along the way.

[@mitchell638]

Beyond human, a truly extra ordinary feat, and documented so beautifully the entire way. What an amazing tribute to your journey this last video. Definately the most profound hiking adventure I have ever seen. You took us inside your mind and allowed us to somehow journey along with you. Absolutely loved the creative thoughts and insights that come to mind while you hiked the trail solo... Inspiring us all to do more. I wish you a great future and more adventures. Thank you !!

[@janetteclaassen4103]

Jaru your hike was epic, thank you for taking us on an incredible journey. I take my hat off to you on a very well done achievement, congratulations to you and good luck for your future, keep us posted, will love to here more.

[@cheesecake1003]

Boo hoo😢, this final video moved me to a sobbing state. What an incredible journey!! Thank you for sharing so much of it. Take care.

[@katiebohn2940]

I have thoroughly enjoyed watching your epic adventure! Looking forward to seeing what is next.

[@cowboyn8]

Congratulations! It's been a pleasure to share your journey.

[@destinationme]

Words can not express how thankful I am you allowed us to join you on such an adventure. The tremendous beauty there is to be found! Congratulations and again thank you!

[@jinxhikes3021]

Beautiful ending! Your journey has been a joy to follow this year. I am SO happy for you and hope you have been able to get some real rest in before starting a new adventure. The dedication to Sadie... 💔

[@lois6705]

Congratulations! Thank you for sharing your crazy adventure!

[@audiosaurus6511]

Great grand finale and epic editing, congratulations!

[@dianesoini]

Beautiful. Wow. I'm without words. Whatever you do next in life you will chafe if it requires you to stay within a fence.

[@lenoredisman3192]

Ditto to all the other comments best videos we were able to witness. I loved all the commentary, If they listened they would realize how intelligent you are and survival skills we all wish as backpackers aquire. Get some rest Jaru u so much deserve.

[@Shell.Bug.]

Congratulations!!!!! My husband and I have enjoyed watching your journey. Just awesome. Well done🤎🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾🥾🤎

[@StellarAstroKnot]

It must have been nice to edit videos on something other than a phone again 😄 Incredible work and impressive perseverance! A year-long trekking goal coming down to the last hour and watching the fireworks in Mexico ring in the New Year to cap it off is a book-worthy ending.

[@sandraalden6413]

My deepest apologies for pushing so hard for the did he or didn't he answer. Seeing this video explains why you shared it this way. This is so powerful.

[@-alpenglow-]

Checking everyday to get news of your completion. You crushed it. Thanks for sharing the journey so few could complete.

[@emileeb13]

Wow, congratulations. Thanks for sharing this unique perspective on an insane accomplishment. I’m just a section hiker, hoping for bigger things, and your videos and journey let me live a little through you until I can get back out there myself!! Rest and recover, and share your reflections 😊

[@sysierrayouranti-burnoutbe8968]

Never thought I’d say watching someone’s last day thru hiking would be a nail biter! Wonderful finale to an epic adventure. Congratulations!!!

[@jessejulian3875]

Followed you all the way. Incredible journey. Courage, kindness, fortitude with terrific videos and commentary. I hope you discover a path to share these adventures further. Thank you!

[@paulst4523]

That was awesome! I had tears in my eyes at the end. I am so happy for you. Great, awesome, awesome!

[@kathysmall3616]

Beautiful video! Congratulations you earned the title ! Will miss waiting on the next video! Thank you for taking the time to record and putting it out there for everyone to enjoy! Let bed following along on your adventure I hope you will continue to put something out in the future. Take care and rest up!

[@ltontheat4948]

Amazing journey. We'll done. Very well done! Congratulations on completing what so few can. Thank you for taking us with you.

[@vickywatkins1245]

You made it!!!! Good, good, good on you!! Great final video!!! Amazing journey. Thank you for sharing the adventures.

[@dougmiller4567]

Congratulations... Amazing trip.. Amazing videos..get some rest

[@xbalance]

Congratulations!! I started watching with the CDT, so now I can relax and watch the rest of the journey. I definitely had my doubts when you started the CDT, but I never stopped cheering for you. I look forward to watching your past and future content. Jaru rocks!

[@NeilSutherlandME]

amazing recap of the journey! I can't wait to watch more and more.

[@juliamarple3785]

I've been waiting for this! WOW BEST SHOW EVER! ♡♡♡ I worried about you most of the way. They did fireworks for you.

[@NancySaintMarie]

Fantastic!! Well done!! Enjoyed everything you shared. What an awesome endeavor!

[@Finally35]

Great video. Congratulations on this incredible accomplishment. Thanks for sharing. These videos were additional time and effort.

[@charlesblankenship539]

Words absolutely fail me! I am so happy you accomplished your goal. I followed you from day 1 and this has been by far the most inspiring and interesting vlog that I have seen. In addition to the accomplishment, your documenting the fascinating characters you met along the way made this truly exceptional. Well done (understatement of the year)!

[@trailblazermatt]

Amazing journey, my man.. Congratulations.. You made it on time and even had fireworks to celebrate. Great job..

[@oldsckool06]

Jaru I just wanted to tell you that I watched you as you hiked your CYTC and I really enjoyed watching them....But this last was..WOW...really great...good job...... Old school AT '06

[@susanarrance4354]

Amazing! Bravo! Great accomplishment and production!

[@debbieclinard7122]

Congratulations young man, you are an inspiration to all of us. Completing this odyssey in joy, resilience and curiosity, never giving up. It has been a true pleasure to follow you along on this journey. Stay in the love stay in the light.

[@Randy-v9q]

thanks for the epic journey. on the pct and cdt your video's were great to watch thanks' again.

[@karinonnri621]

Outstanding. Congratulations and best hiking/adventure summary I’ve ever watched. I watched many of your videos during your successful CYTC but your finale- just outstanding. Thanks for all your work to be able to share this adventure.

[@paulzeiller2807]

WOW ! Incredibly good video, and congratulations on finishing your adventure. What’s next? WOW!

[@tracywatson1972]

Wow! Awesome journey: thank you for sharing it with all of us. Namaste

[@b.k.691]

Your style of hiking/vloging had me when you interviewed the young man in Harper's ferry, WV! Quite an adventure hope there's another! Congratulations!

[@karanbishop1796]

That was beautiful. You are an artist. Thank you so much. I plan on going back and watching every video again