Creepy Night in the Woods

[@claire6924]

My heart dropped when you opened the logbook and I recognized the handwriting... so fucking scary, especially after getting everything set up and settling down for the night. I am always more scared of other people in the woods than I am of potential wildlife encounters. And I'm sure you thought the previous visitors in the shelter were nice because they cleaned up and prepped fire wood. What a truly creepy experience.

[@lukesmith1003]

Late, but the note he found first that was weighted down with rocks referenced the murder of Scott Lilly, a young man killed while hiking the Appalachian Trail near Roanoke. Really creepy stuff. The person is clearly severely mentally ill and the fact he mentions the murder multiple times is scary.

[@hikeslam592]

@@claire6924 very creepy! Thank you for watching!

[@stephenhammock1269]

When you're sitting in a bubble of light, you can only see a small area but anyone could be out there in the blackness observing you.

[@generalmartok3990]

While that is true, it's really hard to sneak around someone's camp. Everyone's different, but my awareness is naturally heightened when I'm camping, to the point I find it hard to sleep unless I'm backpacking for several days. Every little noise sounds that much closer and louder when you're out there alone. One night I heard what I could have sworn were light footsteps around my camp. I kept trying to get a glimpse but they eventually faded away. Waking up the next morning I heard the same exact sound and opened my tent to see a little fawn grazing about 30 ft away. Little bugger kept me awake longer than I wanted to be...

[@malazan6004]

I hate that feeling

[@davelindsey6890]

@@generalmartok3990 lol ! Deer will do it every.single.time.

[@AlphaQHard]

@@generalmartok3990 I pass the fk out no problem, but if something touched my tent or got close enough Id be wide awake in seconds. Ny hunting buddy needs ear plugs cause he cant fall asleep with all the forest noises

[@queezlemacnamara9801]

That light bubble is a bad thing. A very bad thing. It shouldn't be but.

[@stephwinant5038]

I’m glad this atleast taught you this lesson in preparedness. I grew up in a town where you couldn’t walk to the grocery store or use public laundry facility some days without running into a dangerous situation. Always be prepared no matter what because danger could come from other people, animals, or natural disasters. Always be ready.

[@missionwilderness208]

This might be the best backcountry packing video I've ever seen! It was like a horror movie in real time, like a REAL Blair Witch Project. I would have taken off immediately after seeing the dead duck, but I'm glad you stuck around to help those ladies. Even if they weren't in any danger, you made their day. I had a similar experience in Yosemite. I was all alone in a remote canyon when I came upon a guy who gave me the absolute creeps. Like you, I tried to put as much distance between me and the creepy dude BUT thankfully, I ran into another camper who invited me to camp with him and who was both my savior and one of the best people I ever met. You did a GREAT thing for those ladies. Good on you brother :)

[@ike5043]

Dude u need two things a gun and a companion along with u.

[@Orangemanbad101]

It said on the note he grew up in dc area, worked for the treasury, and his mother was federal law enforcement….scary stuff.

[@lindaw2418]

I think I’d rather meet up with a bigfoot than a deranged human.

[@aaronstanford1387]

Well, a crazy person you can overcome and defeat. The Sabe or hairyman are bigger stronger and faster. If they want you they got you!

[@banderas2000]

@@aaronstanford1387 true but i think bigfoot would want you less than a deranged human

[@aaronstanford1387]

@@banderas2000 who knows, haven't met either, but I'll take my chances, especially in the wilderness against a crazy person anyway. Lol

[@violetvandusen7173]

All humans are deranged. Most appear to follow the social contract. Others ignore it. Guess which ones are more often violent? And by more often, I mean by a landslide.

[@brooklynzoo2810]

@Linda W • If you ever see one, just say "Hi" and say "I wanna take a walk with you" 🚶🏾‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ and hold its hand while you're walking with it.

[@outingsforoldladieswhoaren7664]

Honestly, when u opened the log book and found his writings, I almost thought I was watching a movie. I thought maybe this was fake, but truth is the seed of fiction.

[@hikeslam592]

@@outingsforoldladieswhoaren7664 Yeah. It definitely not fake. I am not that creative! Thanks for watching!

[@jamisonholly9482]

Came here from Chilling Scares. Spooky as hell! Hate to say it, the guy who wrote that stuff reminds me a lot of my late brother. Especially when he added metallica lyrics to the ramblings lol

[@serenonaturelover3910]

Same came from there too😊

[@liaviktoria]

Me too

[@veronicaBolanos-mc4fc]

Never understood those who solo camp without a firearm. Seems silly to me.

[@hikeslam592]

Next time I will!

[@benjaminromberg2091]

Especially on the Appalachian trail, if you camp for a night or hike cross country bring a weapon you mastered in.

[@jegr3398]

Bring a firearm every time you enter the woods. That's what I do.

[@TheGreatBlumpkin]

Firearm for sure next time! If anything they're an insurance policy against bears and mountain lions

[@benjaminromberg2091]

@@TheGreatBlumpkin yep, and crazies!

[@rambomonke3203]

I would’ve turned around as soon as you saw the dead duck

[@StarDoggies]

Glad you are ok , that was unnerving, those ladies were lucky to have you help them too .

[@hikeslam592]

Thanks! At first I made a joke about it, but by the end I was freaked out!

[@generalmartok3990]

@@hikeslam592 You made the right call. When your gut speaks, your mind should listen.

[@abma8031]

always have a way to protect yourself - i was followed by two guys on the trail for two days ...that didn't have good intentions.Last night I pretended to set camp waited for them to pass then pick up and disappeared up the mountain

[@davidb8397]

They were definitely up to no good

[@Whirlwind03]

Hey just catching up you okay now ?

[@skreme03]

Maybe they were just hiking the same way

[@generalmartok3990]

@@skreme03 I dunno, you can usually tell. My gut hasn't been wrong yet. The people that look "off" usually are.

[@nickpapageorgio8529]

@General Martok When alone in the wild, always judge a book by its cover.

[@TimelordUK]

Wow this was TRUE HORROR!!! What on earth would you have done if you'd arrived back at your vehicle and your tyres had been slashed??? I actually thought that was how this video was going to end. Your experience on this trip would put me off for life!!!!

[@richardlovell7759]

I have been backpacking, camping and canoeing for over 40 years, and many of those trips have been solo. People ask me all the time what animal I fear the most, and without hesitation I respond 'other people'.. I am a Healthcare professional, and from the contents of the writings you shared on this video, the person in question is undoubtedly schizophrenic.

[@LaoSoftware]

Yes, I fear other people too. Other people will harm you.

[@stephenhammock1269]

Hot lead instantly cures schizophrenia

[@Anonymous38572]

Other people won't outrun you easily and tear your body to shreds. What a stupid comment about camping in the woods

[@WMGTech]

@@Anonymous38572 lmao straight up , people are a danger but in the spots I go I know nobody is going to bother me and animals are more of a “danger” to me , so I would have to agree , though in a place like the Appalachian trail I think people would be more of a danger

[@Anonymous38572]

@@WMGTech *most common danger, I agree. Luckily my CC doesn't discriminate.

[@cametientaucoeur]

My husband & I had hiked / camped in our youth. We have encountered very bad people in AZ & Tennessee. Also a Grizzly. Always carry a weapon. Because the bad guys knew my husband,ex army, had a weapon, simply moving his pack to front, cocking it without showing it they backed off. It saved our lives. The man you encountered was unstable & knew you were there. He was assessing you. Jeanne ( retired RN)

[@outingsforoldladieswhoaren7664]

Too true.

[@ms.annthrope415]

Lucky to have an ex military hubby. Only a small percentage of military people are in the shooting business. The majority are support or service support, but we've al had basic training, and more importantly, the military attitude is more important. The willingly to use force if necessary. The understanding of predators and crazy people who may be dealt with. That's the most important asset.

[@christineseymour3879]

omg finding that entry in the log! totally creepy!! I would have left right then. and yes this reads like the Blair Witch Project.. stay safe

[@Tina-vb4te]

OMG The fact that you didn't bale means you have balls of steel. That you fell asleep, even for a minute, was impressive. Holy cow. I love the man on the shelter just sitting there, no acknowledgement what so ever Is the scariest thing. Good on you for just grabbing your stuff and walking back to your car and looking over your shoulder the whole way. Think that you lit a fire drew him to you. So Scary

[@mysteryandmeaning297]

My boyfriend hiked way out in wilderness and a guy was out there in middle of forest. He was shocked. He came back said never think your alone out there no matter how many miles out away from roads

[@eddiechenchen9081]

Obviously, your boyfriend doesn't need you!

[@seshenofthenile2363]

😳

[@strongwoman2668]

Yes always weirdos no matter where you go they're there!!!!!

[@josh2232]

Almost as they’re ate other people hiking 🤯🤯🤯

[@sippinteainyohooddd]

Sounds like BS 😂😂

[@inyangbassey722]

THAT WAS HORRIBLE😅 Talk about not click bait! Exceeded expectations! Thanks for sharing and be safe!🤗

[@hikeslam592]

Thanks for the comment! I hate click bait too!

[@SuperEholmes]

Kudos to you for doing that for the two women and the dog. As to that guy and his writings, his mind is nowhere to be found.

[@hikeslam592]

Thanks for watching!

[@lachie4017]

Those women could of easily been apart of the trap. I wouldn't trust that

[@AlisonBryen]

This vid plays out more creepy than a lot of horror films I've watched...I'm terrified! Im glad I'm watching this safe and sound in the UK many many miles and an ocean away from whoever that freak was! Stay safe 😊

[@notboblowski0624]

lol if it was just a random exhausted hiker

[@AlisonBryen]

​@@notboblowski0624 The notes would suggest otherwise...😬😬😬

[@aruvielevenstar3944]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@geralynbreault888]

My goodness I’m so glad your fine … I was a nervous wreck watching the video !!! Safe Travels for all your other adventures 🙏🏼😊

[@GLING17]

Those writings were like the ramblings of a madman! The "Hangman is coming down from the gallows" is a line from the song Renegade by Styx so how weird! Very kind of you to help the two ladies out since they had seen a creepy guy skulking about.

[@cman9373]

Get a dog, they hear things before you do and make great protection, on a creepy night, man's best friend...

[@hikeslam592]

Yeah. I want a dog..

[@butterfliesarefreetofly6964]

@@hikeslam592 A lot of dogs at the shelters just waiting for you to pick one or two & give them a good home💜

[@marciaaberle3655]

@@butterfliesarefreetofly6964 two dogs at minimum

[@ChubbLinglestien]

And a gun

[@banderas2000]

hell yah. a pit or a shepherd

[@donnalucy8172]

The guy that wrote all the writings is unstable for sure and my gut says it was him in the shelter because who else would hike that time of the morning.

[@TheCosmicGuy0111]

Yeah he def isn’t stable

[@MegaSusanc]

No, he actually killed a man and stabbed a woman, and now he won't be punished for the crime because he is so mental. If the police had gone up and did something when they first got the reports, yes, reports. He harassed and threatened a lot of people on the trail, and they reported him, but if the police had done something, the man he killed would still be here alive.

[@1960leeann]

Yes, it definitely was not another guy like him. It was the scary guy. And to only go 2 miles away from crazy guy? 20miles wouldn't have been enough for me to feel safe.

[@TimelordUK]

A Normal hiker camper would have at least said hi, hope I haven't disturbed you

[@zeaferjones1404]

Whoever that was waited for him to put his fire out.

[@Tracywhited2]

Thanks for walking the ladies back to safety. And wow. Definitely an extremely ill person on the loose out there. Thanks for sharing

[@notboblowski0624]

the catch was, he was the psycho. The ladies never were

[@K9HighlandsSearchTeam]

Listen to the warning bells in your head, always put distance between you and any possibility of danger, 3 miles is nothing. Well done for helping the ladies too. I wild camp with two big dogs, trust me they will pick up anyone snooping around at night from miles away. Glad you got back in one piece, something was seriously wrong with the that guy.

[@roxannegordon2854]

Great that the dogs will protect you with their lives but not great to put them in a situation that they might have to. They rely on you to protect them from crazies with weapons. I would never want to put my husband, hiking partner, or dog in a situation that made all the hair on our backs stand up; or make the dogs feel they are on alert. I would walk further down the trail to find a different spot away or hike out entirely if possible. We can't always control out surroundings but listen to our gut.

[@ruthmckay9086]

This is why I'm glad I don't live in the US. I can go camping anytime and weapons don't even

[@ruthmckay9086]

come into the equation.

[@iSpike]

G’day Phil, I am here from your friend Jeff “Masculinity” Buon who recommended you. After watching most of this video I am glad he did. I enjoyed how you strung the story together narrating throughout the 30 minutes. Well done to you good sir. I am happy to throw a little support & subscribe with a big thumbs up 👍🏻. Cheers from Outback county in Wild Western Australia 🇦🇺

[@hikeslam592]

Thank you sir!

[@elizabethingram9784]

Yeah, two miles down the trail was, obviously, still in his territory. I would have hightailed it after seeing the first note. Heck with that!

[@colecole4638]

Elizabeth I’m with you girl that would have been my 1st and LAST red flag……. I seriously thought to myself this guy is still goin to camp out there at that. Then I thought whoever this person was seems like he might know the area and kinda hangs out here so no amount of distance would have made me comfortable to stay out there…NO way…THen after he realized it was the same writing from before……. I would have been getting up outta there…… Glad he’s safe but man that was something to watch and good for him for helping the ladies

[@starRN08]

I would like to do solo camping....in our backyard! 😀 You are so brave! I don't have that nerve of steel to go out camping alone in the forest.

[@niklashall5969]

Nice channel friend, watching from Perth Western Australia mate!

[@doctorgeneral4239]

I grew up in the hills of North Carolina.... Nobody that I know ever goes into the woods with out a knife and firearms. I carry a dagger, a 9mm pistol, and a 357 magnum with bear rounds every time we go hiking or to the grocery store. In other words I have 3 weapons at all times.

[@lifewithherbthedog6509]

Good but kinda sad.

[@doctorgeneral4239]

Not Really,,,,, We like guns as much as going outdoors.

[@TheDreamCloudFactory]

I would have been out of there as soon as I saw the first sign of writing. Thanks for assisting the ladies. The video was suggested by Jeffrey Buoncristiano and I totally loved the storytelling.

[@PasswordSuck777]

I know i’m late to this, was just looking for creepy videos to watch at night, but just wanted to let you know you basically walked into a horror movie. The “crazy writing man” is called Richard Donahue AKA The Wolfman of Helltown, possibly suffers from schizophrenia. His notes can be found all over the AT, supposedly. There’s an entire thread about the guy and he’s possibly wanted for murder. So, yeah, apparently he’s well known in that area and people are rightfully creeped out by him. Once someone called the cops on him, but they couldn’t find the guy. He probably left his notes in every possible shelter in that area, not just junk out there. He apparently leaves notes on electrical boxes as well? Truly creepy stuff, he basically haunts the AT, claims to have been involved in murders, but that could be his own delusions. Who can tell?

[@jjj-11]

Yeah. One of his notes was talking about himself being involved in the murder of some Scott A. Lilly guy. Creepy af. Woulda ran outta there as soon as I saw that poor duck.

[@Sam-kk5gn]

@@jjj-11Scott Lilly was found dead in the Appalachian trails,2011 In a rather shallow grave FBI had some suspects and people of interest at the time But nothing came up of it Case is still open and unsolved as of today And I’m not sure if I remember it correctly but “wolf man” alias was among the names of the persons of interest Will check that

[@DawnAgran]

@@jjj-11 agreed!

[@Connor-lv9wt]

Damn you just sent me down a rabbit hole.

[@RussianAnimeshka]

Hello from Russia. I found his page in our social network “Vkontakte”. He writes creepy and incomprehensible things there

[@simonbrennan888]

I live in the UK,I really wish I could have access to the amazing forests the States have always been a dream to camp in such great surroundings,id love to join you man!🇬🇧

[@softlystroll]

At the end we were expecting him to be stood cowed in the far corner of the shelter facing the wall.

[@doubled1425]

God bless you for walking those ladies safely past that maniac's camp and proximity. The women felt in great danger, and I know you were a real hero to them. Safe adventures to you always. Unthankfully, it's not as safe as it use to be for people to adventure out in the woods.

[@44beat]

The guy with the headlamp probably thought you were the crazy guy who wrote the notes.....the cycle continues lol

[@priyamason7365]

Lol

[@MajesticLawnGnome]

It could have been the crazy guy for all we know

[@denisefoxcroft8920]

It's weird how forests have this supernatural vibe about them. In Eshowe in South Africa there's the Dlinza forest and Mpushini falls which are beautiful in the day and bone chilling scary at night. A feeling of someone or something is watching me. In the forest, which is bordered by the graveyards is a place called Bishops Seat where we had Nativity plays. It's dark and cold there as are the falls and has a feeling of sadness and despair. I don't know why but it's plain scary and makes one panicky. Guess the forests of the world have that aura about them. Maybe that's the challenge to everyday campers and Bushcraft adventurers. It is very beautiful out there in the wild. Humans are more dangerous than the sounds or spirits of the night. Ok..enjoyed your video and it brought back memories. Enjoy many more and be safe. Cheers 🍻.

[@1988banker]

Freaky video, definitely weird af. Especially that dead duck. It was probably that dude at the shelter, who else was setting up at that time? It's creepy that anyone who camps in that area is going to be around that nut. He is probably out there right now. Glad you got through safe bro!

[@canidconsulting5118]

Listening to our instincts is what keeps us alive for the next adventure. Good for you for heeding yours.

[@doreenb3411]

They say we often ignore that sense telling us something is not right. I’m glad you listened and left a situation both times that could have been bad. I commend you for walking the two women out too. That was kind of you and just the “right” thing to do. I agree with others. If you’re going to camp or hike alone, it seems wise to bring some form of protection after getting proficient in its use. Take care and happy travels.

[@roxannegordon2854]

Women have a quicker gut feeling then man. Don't ignore or laugh it off as them being silly, girlish. Leave your ego at the parking lot.

[@milkamichellevladic7514]

You really are brave. I would have run as fast as I could back to my vehicle. Stay safe on all your travels.

[@mikeyy2322]

realizing he cleaned that site and put the wood was the cherry on top 😳 the Appalachia trail runs thru my city so this is extra unnerving

[@coreyseals4269]

When one just wants to enjoy the woods without being bothered by some creeper! With all the past stories of people that faced a grim fate on the AT it would be dancing around my head as for my well being and safety! I think once you feel uneasy it's hard not to think of bad thigs happening! Good luck out there and be smart about your surroundings! Stay safe on your adventures!

[@BigHonkBaDonk]

I traveled a bit and was somewhat of a hobo for a little bit of my life. First mistake you made, unintentionally, was to camp where there were signs of habitants. Any time I had a spot, I would mark it with my hat and later if I found a better spot I’d always come back for my hat and hidden supplies. Never once ran into anyone, but I always had a weapon just in case. Sometimes, you may think somebody is crazy, but they could be just as scared and scary as you can be.

[@MajesticLawnGnome]

That guy with the writing was dangerous killing and leaving dead animals too much solitary confinement and we don’t know what he was in for better to be safe than sorry I always would be packing agreed on not camping at regular camp grounds too risky

[@SL-zz6mv]

When you actually stop the video and read the notes they are terrifying. The police should definitely be informed. Really pleased you made it out ok.

[@TimelordUK]

I read it all too. Deranged

[@SL-zz6mv]

@@TimelordUK Scary to think there are people like that creeping about the woods.

[@MinimalMoose-jc6bk]

No, not the police. The poor man needs medical assistance. No one would be happy in his condition.

[@11buleria]

The camp site looked creepy even before it got dark. From my experience, the feeling of being alone in a dark forest is scary. Who is out there lurking in the dark? Humans are the most dangerous animals.

[@jadeddragon4254]

Lmao 🤣 “watch for yeet mouse” imagine the psycho chucks a dead mouse on you before he attacks you lol

[@C-TOS]

Nope, nope, nope. I would have floored it out of there. Indeed, the most dangerous thing folks can encounter in the wilderness is other people. They are the reason some never come back, most of them listed in the infamous 411.

[@seshenofthenile2363]

Dude when you said that you were 2 miles away from where that crazy guy was I thought to myself that's not far enough. And sure enough he had been at the site you were at. I'm telling you if I would have saw some shit like that I would have packed up and gone to a whole Other area. You have some serious balls to sleep there after seeing all that shit.

[@HudsonOutdoors]

And this is why I ALWAYS carry a gun when hiking, you never know what or who’s out there. Stay safe, HAPPY TRAILS!!!

[@stephenhammock1269]

A thermal imager is good to have too

[@donnalucy8172]

Amen to that. I carry a gun ,taser and knife.

[@sippinteainyohooddd]

Congrats you carry a gun he doesn’t

[@matbianco8842]

Amazing! I admire your courage. I couldn’t stay alone in the woods just in the middle of nowhere even if the place is very beautiful like this place. I love the woods but only at daytime. But anyway very interesting video

[@darlenemarshall7510]

WOW this is so crazy. Your a brave one to walk those women to safety. This story gave me chills..

[@joseph401]

I dont know if you saw this or not but at 7:55 there is something red moving in front of you

[@madelinewhitley14]

Good, at least I'm not the only one who noticed that.

[@thomvogan3397]

If you're out alone in the woods at night and you think there could be a psycho lurking in the dark don't turn a light on. You're letting them know where you are and blinding yourself to the dark

[@apippin774]

if your gut says worry dont let your mind say there is nothing to worry about

[@superiorslush5147]

It gave me chills when you flipped the trail journal to the end and the writing was the same

[@Terra_Stara]

I think the scariest thing in those writings is I saw something about a wolf man like maybe he calls himself that or something. Then the part about solitary confinement. Then followed about Ms. Wolf or whatever. Like that dude could have hurt his wife or gf and that's why he was in prison, don't know but the early hours of the morning on a trail secluded with just a ranger road doesn't sound like the most mentally sane person. I am glad you are alright but jeez that is creepy. Especially the part about clearing trash in the log and we see that guy was hoarding it with ramblings.

[@apippin774]

Many go missing on the Appalachian trail

[@xxx-gp6sj]

Sometimes that little voice inside of your head says "get out" when it does it is better you listen to it!!! the real evil and demons are inside people.

[@whenitrainsitpours1073]

Always listen to your instincts That is your eye seeing the invisible threat.

[@dannierobinson937]

So true .. great advice

[@jeanad.4703]

Good man. Going completely out of your way to help out the two female hikers, was outstanding. As for the duck, my impression is it was a victim of hiker/camper/fishing trash, as the disturbed note-writer had a problem with people not showing respect for nature, and liked showing what others left in their wake. One of his notes states 'Trash pickup courtesy of Richard Donahue aka Wolfman of Helltown, Woody, etc.' (his nicknames) and '...how little they really care about the environment ... I've picked up trash and other items along the trails since 2011.’ Duck aside, Mr. Donahue should be avoided. I doubt many people read the notes thoroughly, but he claims to have been contacted by government staff, and told to 'leave the girls alone'. He also writes: '8-9 federal agents (FBI, Park Rangers, etc.) came up on me while I was camped here in 2011 during the early phase of the Scott Lilly murder investigation. I was most assuredly a person of interest and or suspect for at least a short period of time despite any illusions or assertations to the contrary...' He writes more, of course, but there's no sense pasting it here. PS: as a female I would not sign a shelter log with my name, only my initials. Good job on the video, I'm subscribing.

[@generalmartok3990]

There are people like this that basically live on the AT, bouncing back and forth between shelters once they've ruffled too many feathers in a given area. Obviously, they need help. The authorities can't do much since the shelters in most parks allow you to legally stay a week or more...if you exhaust that you can just move up trail, then move back, rinse and repeat. In my experience, if I meet someone like this, I will load up on calories and caffeine and make it a marathon day and put as much distance as I can between us.

[@scarn3241]

Poor little duck … that was evil

[@hikeslam592]

I know, right? Leave the animals alone!

[@tonycaine5930]

Next time take your friends Smith & Wesson with you camping

[@hikeslam592]

Ha ha ha! Good tip.

[@cartoonpete407]

"We're not just going to let you walk out of here." - Smith, Wesson and me.

[@patrickkerner1471]

It always starts with animals. You did the right thing leaving. Based on experience never travel in woods without a side arm.

[@pkeelan56]

Absolutely

[@SkywatchExplorer]

Respect bud. I do the lone camping thing and I would have been out of there too ! Had some creepy nights myself. Keep up the vids. Just subbed ! 👍

[@johnhartley4721]

Dude no offense, but you really didn't use good judgment on that trip! I wouldn't have camped within 20 miles of that clearly disturbed soul! I don't mean to come across as high and mighty but I was truly concerned for your safety. Glad you made it out! Next time, just get in your truck and drive...

[@trevorlee7945]

Thought the same thing lol would have went at the bare minimum twenty miles away because that guy wouldn't hike that far in 8 hours . The writings on the trash and in the log were clearly by a very troubled person and when you combine religious quotes racism and violence and rock lyrics you are headed for a crash .

[@curtbrackenrich7883]

That was my first instinct as well, if I saw that writing, all those notes, and then saw a guy camping nearby like that...well I think it would have been me saying "well I guess I'm not supposed to camp tonight", I would have walked around going back to my truck and gone home. I've been solo hiking very recently in Northern Michigan, where I had the strange forest silence of come over me, the hair on my neck was standing up and after standing there for about 3 minutes considering the situation, I turned around, walked back to my vehicle, and went home. God gave you a sixth sense, we need to learn to listen to it more.

[@johnhartley4721]

Amen brother!

[@michellecastaneda4104]

I was saying the whole time, I would have left with the women

[@mynameislisa2281]

@@curtbrackenrich7883 What do you think it was?

[@sun_paper_girl]

Good you left, listen to your gut feeling. I think what I find odd about the other guy is why looking around so late at night in the dark...if your camping then you would be tucked away in your tent not looking around in the dark. weird!

[@shawnfeid9855]

Thanks for doing the right thing escorting the women to their vehicle. BTW, Makers Mark and a Little Debbie's apple pie!...Classic!! Stay Smooth

[@hikeslam592]

Thank you sir! It was a great Thanksgiving feast

[@hardyhardy9991]

The man who left the writings on the trail is believed to be named Richard Donahue, also known as the Wolfman of the Appalachian Trail or the Wolfman of Helltown. Based on information found online, his Facebook profile shows unusual posts, including random photos of people or objects with rambling captions, similar to the writings seen in the woods. There are also photos of animals and other unsettling images. One picture even shows a shotgun shell, which raises questions, though it’s unclear whether he owns a weapon. It seems likely he could be the person from the woods that night. His profile picture features him with his dog

[@hikeslam592]

@@hardyhardy9991 Wow! That’s intense! Thanks for the background information. Very interesting..

[@wethepeople536]

Phil this dude is high and lonely! Be prepared to be the small spoon if you get to close

[@WillowEllie84]

Hi. I'm new to your channel and looking forward to watching more of your videos. And also The Dark Night sent me😊.

[@hikeslam592]

@@WillowEllie84 Thank you!! I’ll have more soon!

[@chubbydamron672]

Always nice to be packing when you come across such nuts, peace of mind is good, it’s what you’re there for!

[@rmggrm2069]

You have a Solid pair of Gonads Mister. Thanks so much for taking care of the ladies on the trail. Great entertaining video.

[@TheHeadlessHorseman]

That man has been hiking the AT since atleast 2013. From NY to Connecticut and beyond. He has a habit of moving around late at night around 230 am with a red head lamp so the person that wondered Into the shelter early in the morning more then likely was him. Who else moves camp that late unless some kind of emergency. There is a photo of him on internet, look up Wolfman of Appalachian trail or just his name. Crazy to think he has been out there in the trail for at least 8 years. And he seems to be more and more unstable as time passes. If you meet him, he will ask for dog food for his dog and if you refuse he may threaten you or come back later leaving crazed notes. He claims he has killed other hikers before but I think he is just making that part up. Better safe then sorry though I say.

[@dobbiessock1050]

I'm in UK, so no idea how things work over there, would there have been any way to alert Park rangers about the man and his cryptid notes? I hope those two ladies did report him because no matter how long he has been doing this it needs addressed.

[@Лаврентий24]

But James Jordan was arrested for a horrific murder on the AT in 2019?

[@cj2120]

You made the right choice leaving. Seems weird for a guy to show up the the shelter at 2 and 3 in the morning. I would have left as soon as I saw the duck and all the weird writing. I would not want to camp or hike there knowing some whack job is hanging around.

[@wendysea1693]

This is one of the scariest videos I've seen. I'm glad you are ok.

[@iggypyro78]

Yeah Dude, you need to get yourself a dog. That way you'll always have a friend nearby and be able to relax a little easier. I watch a lot of these types of videos, but this is the first one I've subscribed to. This was a very compelling little adventure. Be safe out there man.

[@missroxanne7123]

A Little Debbies apple pie and an Appalachian trail sounds like an awesome Thanksgiving to me. 👍👍

[@hikeslam592]

That part was amazing!

[@TMarieCreates]

Never go camping alone lol.. Glad you walked those ladies out. Take care of you.

[@mule_ropin_champ77]

Meth users are creepy ! Keep a eye on ur six brother ! A great example of why the 2nd Amend is so important !!!

[@multiyapples]

I'm glad you made it out alive bro.

[@mmaries9052]

That’s definitely an eerie scene where I’m tuning in… depending on the scriptures that were written you may be in the wrong place 🤟

[@LaoSoftware]

Dude, be careful. More adventures and stories please.

[@hikeslam592]

Thanks for watching. I have some ideas brewing.

[@78twood]

Dude, you’ve got WAY MORE guts than me 😳💜

[@outbackeddie]

I will never undrestand someone that would still be hiking around at midnight. That's just weird. If someone hasn't established a camp by the time it gets dark they probably shouldn't be camping.

[@leftfield170]

They scare campers and hope they leave gear lol

[@zeaferjones1404]

From what I saw in the video he puts his fire out around midnight which means that dude didn't come until like 3 am.

[@emimon2351]

Is HikeSlam ok? He hasn't posted anything for a year! I hope he didn't disappear on one of those hikes

[@TheCosmicGuy0111]

Yeah I was thinking that, just disappeared with no updates or anything.

[@hikeslam592]

I’m doing good. Working on some new stuff soon!

[@Nodeelite]

That was creepy lol thanks for the video and hard work. I subbed

[@kathicanepa239]

At about 7:53 there is something way in the background it's either that man or something else walking back there.

[@helenpruzan6970]

Holy hell!!There was!!Thats so creepy

[@doreenlopez1652]

😲 Yes there was, looks like they were wearing red.

[@TexCynRVLife]

It was a leaf on a tree that appeared to be moving due to the panning of the camera. Play it back in slo-mo & you can see it better. 🍁🍂

[@donnalucy8172]

Good catch. That guy was stalking him.

[@sparkytuttle2966]

I analyzed this closely and contrary to one person here, that was not a leaf. You caught a man with what might be dark hair or a dark cap. Since he found a fairly decent black cap within the shelter, I will jump to a conclusion...if this was just a guy coming up to the same shelter, he would have arrived soon, if was a lunatic who felt this was his area, he would lay back and watch what his prey was doing. That leads me to a final thought...this hiker was in potentially far more danger than he realized. Great catch. Great this ended well. Not great that this nut has been all over that trail, killing animals for no reason...whose next? He needs removed and assessed.

[@regbillings4955]

@10:48 find some firewood. woods under your legs lol. great video :) it could have been worst, no Banjo playing lol

[@rand0mGT]

Glad you’re safe and had the reasoning to get outta there. Second, that dude was clearly unstable and hope he was arrested

[@xjayfromva7730]

Hey sir! I saw on the oil bottle someone wrote fairfax and falls church. Those are cities near where I live. Very weird! I kinda wanna hike up there with some friends now.

[@BakerBaker1-9]

Great hike , great adventure , for real ?? - that was creepy Indeed - I truck camped back in the DBNF and got the spooks - normally I got no issues being back in the forest camping , but .......????!!?! ...... I got the spooks this nite - closed up the truck bed and secured it - of course I was packing too - slept till breakfast 🍳 ...good content man 👍 sub from KY - hike on - GOD bless

[@willamenaanderson1897]

Good video. I want to know if you are awareof what you caught on video at the 7:55 mark. It's bipedal, walking on two legs and has a reddish/auburn color. At first I thought it was another hiker, but it doesn't look like it has an clothes on, cause it's one solid color. So, I put the video settings to 1080p, set it to full screen and Bingo. There he is. If you go to the part in this video when your showing a fire ring, in a campsite, and the part where you say "Where does the trail go?" (7:53) While the camera is panning to the left. Then you pan to the right and the camera stops moving, pause it at 7:55. Look at the center/top of your screen. You'll see someone standing, a ways away, in front of you. He's solid red, almost orange colored, like the color of the leaves on the ground. He's only there for a few frames, and he's in the shot long enough for you to see him immediately take off to the left of the frame. At 7:56 he's gone. Now... To me, That's pretty Cool.

[@gj939]

Looks like a leaf on a tree.

[@rajibjoshi9647]

well I like your all rounder approach 👍 when you are alone it is like a 'trial' but it is best way to build yourself ( and learn ) thanks for sharing

[@Sunshine-nq6wv]

You did the right thing by leaving. Strange the person in the shelter, arrived so late. Maybe nothing but best to play safe

[@excaliburdg1762]

I’ve been watching another channel and the tuber discusses running into a guy named James Jordan who seems to live on the the AT and is dangerous. When you read the quote in the log on the next to last page, it was signed “JJ.” I would bet that that is who you ran into, and if so, you are lucky to have gotten out when you did.

[@lllllllllIIlII]

James Jordan was arrested in 2019 for the murder of a hiker

[@katherinecarpenter4677]

Dark night showed some of this and when i saw you were from the same area in Va. I'm from had to come check you out. I live in ky. Now and miss va! Hiked sections of the appalacian trail in several states but loved Va stretch the most!

[@missroxanne7123]

Yep that log was fun at first!

[@hikeslam592]

…..at first.

[@soonersasquatch5758]

New sub. Enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@goldenpeanuts9]

I’m out on the trail and it’s the middle of the night 🤣🤣🤣 BOO!

[@hikeslam592]

Ha ha ha!