AZT 2019 Thru-Hike: Episode 1

[@glazehikes853]

Thanks Darwin. You’ve reached a whole new level. I love the calming beauty and serenity of the Arizona desert. Thanks again

[@DarwinOnthetrail]

Thanks! Glad you dug it! Hike On, Darwin

[@nobodyhikes]

Appreciate the love you show for the trail and your videography skills to express it. Thanks, Darwin!

[@tommcgrew2880]

What is water sources like there

[@peterlaughlin930]

Great video keep up the good work you’re amazing God bless

[@samfletcher93]

Back watching your hikes. You have no idea how calming I find your videos.

[@dolcebeat6759]

I always enjoy the music selection on your videos. This is one of my favorite channels here on youtube.

[@headdown1]

Hi Darwin, I am a 62 year old male that is starting a section hike from Campo to I - 10 in about a week. Your videos have been a great help in preparing. Thanks for the help and have a great hike!

[@DollarBlazing]

Oh man, you picked the right time to do this. Arizona is just rockin this year! Beautiful weather right now. Keep rollin!

[@karenanddogs6645]

Beautiful Arizona. I miss it. Thank you for taking me along on the hike.

[@dethwobble4670]

Looking great down there. Just spent 4 days in the Reavis Ranch area north of you. Enjoy the trail and welcome back to AZ!

[@SeekingLost]

Reavis Ranch was nice. It was a great change of scenery from more traditional desert environment just west. I did a 92 mile loop through the Supes back in Jan 2014, I love that place!

[@dethwobble4670]

I live in Chandler only a hour drive to a Trailhead in the Supes. I want to do the Section hike thru there next.

[@dethwobble4670]

@steve ducell we did the Reavis Ranch Trailhead all the way to the ranch and back. About 25 miles. Did it in 4 days. Spent a lot of time exploring. Love it!

[@Ureyeuh]

FINALLY WE GET SOLID MUSIC CHOICES IN THE VIDEOS!! There is consistency and quality in these tracks. It takes the whole thing to another level and really brings out the emotion in the shots. Very excited for more!

[@janfenton7478]

Beautiful video. You love for the peace and serenity of nature and what hiking can do to the soul is evident in all you share with us. Wishing you many blessings on the trail

[@arturhalboth]

I am straight up impressed by the soundtrack for this video. There's clearly an upgrade imagewise but what really caught my attention is the music. Oh my how great was this!? Congratulations, Darwin!

[@scottjohnson6453]

Darwin, thank you for sharing your adventures, you have provided the best documented trail adventures for myself and my family over the last couple of years. Great viewing for the whole family, if all I have to do is explain what a "shit ticket" is, that's pretty minor. LOL! Good luck on the Arizona Trail and looking forward to the new videos. Happy hiking

[@jeremypease6191]

I wish I was as comfortable filming myself on the trails as you. Your videos are always amazing to watch and I look forward to everyone of them.

[@patriotkennethburlingham7059]

Sweet! That's going to be my next trail after I finish the Pinhoti. Starting Sunday morning from Blue Ridge GA.

[@edshelnutt1347]

Good to see you back on trail I've followed your trips, hints and how-to videos with interest. Always learning something and gaining a better appreciation for ultralight camping. Looking forward to the next installment.

[@JoseAntonio-cn7lg]

You are the best with any type of camera. Thanks Señor Darwin.

[@coastdave]

I've only ever seen your gear and tips videos. It's great to see you out on the trail - you totally seem in your element. Looks like a great adventure - thanks for sharing

[@phillipellison1222]

Living the dream!!! Thanks for taking all of us with you!! Enjoy and safe adventures!!!

[@jamesconey8815]

This whole trip is gonna be epic. Music makes it so relaxing. Thanks Darwin.

[@antmusic41]

What a rad surprise to see Darwin's first AZT '19 episode today. It's like a zen experience for me and my wife - We look forward to the remainder of your journey, brother. Safe travels!

[@gnomacide07]

Great music choices for this video. It really set an awesome tone with the beautiful scenery.

[@jaynecobb5774]

So awesome. I was going to sit and play games all day but this is making me want to go on a hike.

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Hi Darwin. Thanks for your commitment and generosity!

[@Galiuros]

Very nice. There's something special about southern Arizona. The desert is beautiful. Lot's of rain lately. You should be seeing an abundance of wildflowers.

[@jinsoku2079]

Thanks for taking us on another great adventure Darwin! Looking forward for the rest of this hike. Hike on!

[@tatioliveira6719]

@Darwin, I love my home state AZ. I moved to Brazil 3 years ago and I am also loving it here too. I know you have your NZ trip planned next, but let me know if you ever want to see what Brazil has to offer. I would be more than happy to show you around. I love your channel and I can't wait to watch you thru hike the AZT! Thanks for all your hard work. Hike on!!

[@bryanirwin5473]

I've been waiting for this! With all the other filming you're doing for the documentary, you sure didn't disappoint. Same high quality as always and now I can hardly wait for the next episode. Thank you for doing this.

[@markpetty7779]

Really enjoyed your videos. Very helpful as I hope to do the hike Spring 2022.

[@johneason6540]

Good to see you on trail again. Been waiting for your videos to start. Always great. Thanks

[@AZCampcraft]

Hell yeah man looking forward to following along the journey. AZ native here and its a goal to eventually hike the azt as well. For now im overlanding all over the state with my dog. What a great year to make the hike too with all the rain and snow we have had, should be a treat. These videos will be awesome to catch up on, safe travels!

[@alistairj4851]

So looking forward to the rest of the trip. Thanks for all the effort you put into these films. They're great for chilling out and taking inspiration.

[@SirSkeazy]

This is awesome and the background music is very calming/chill. I can't wait for the others!

[@code3racing]

Looking forward to watching this series. Thanks for posting. Hiking the AZT is one of my goals, although I'm planning on sectioning it.

[@andreaderanek5879]

I want to section it as well! Have you found any helpful resources? I'm a PhD student at UA and would like to do this before I graduate =D

[@Nealskis]

Like for Darwin cussing on camera lol

[@bearburritobuffet8079]

I was actually shocked he left that in there! But glad he did😂 he has always seemed so authentic

[@bobcatadventures9580]

You most be new to his videos lol

[@orion7741]

cussing is not a positive attribute. its not something that we should be encouraging people to do...

[@Nealskis]

@@orion7741 102 other people think otherwise 😎

[@cgriggsiv]

Thank you Darwin I have been looking for this for a while unfortunately I am at work right now two thumbs up I shall watch this later when I am at home

[@paulyk1977]

Camera or phone, you captured some beautiful shots. Been looking forward to this for some time. AZT looks magnificent. Enjoy!

[@notquiteultralight1701]

Good to see you out there doin your thing. I visited my mom out in Payson about 3 weeks ago and we checked out the trail up by pine and strawberry. We also ran into a thruhiker by the name of mark. I was wondering if you had had some correspondence with him at all. Anyway, take care and be safe man!

[@jameswilliams7420]

its awesome to see you out on the trail. Thanks for the filming of awesome nature.

[@hypemuzic]

So jealous Darwin! Happy to see you back on the trail and looking forward to the many installments yet to come. Stay safe out there!

[@Braapncamp]

Nice Darwin! I'm a late subscriber and eager to see more of the AZT. Surprised me with the variation at Your first leg. Desert, snow and forest. Cool to sofasurf with you on the trail from the other side of the pond. 😂💪🏻👍🏻

[@kan-zee]

Good stuff...always enjoy your inner thoughts on the trail and what critters you meet on the trail and always enjoy your gear improvement / lessons .. *keep up the great work Mr Darwin !!* 😍👍🔥 3:30 that suks...about your broken camera.. 😫 😩 thank goodness you got a back up. 😃 😄 😁

[@erichagen7627]

Good luck Darwin. Safe travels! Can’t wait for the next episode

[@jojello69]

I've been pumped to see this for awhile and it looks awesome so far! Can't wait for the next episode!

[@trilbyarnold3341]

Going to be following this closely. I live near the Southern beginning of the AZT. Can you share more about the water sources locations. I fairly familiar with the Eastern face of the Huachucas, not so much with the Western face . I will be hiking the JMT this season but then am considering section hiking the AZT. I can no way do the kind of miles you do so the water sourcing is of concern for me. I'm short with short legs, female and 77 years old, so maybe 8-10 miles a day.

[@kateconvissor8111]

Greetings, sister! I am 10 years younger and planning to partially him the AZT in two years. You inspire me!

[@chelseadanielle1464]

Inspiring as always Darwin. Looking forward to my shakedown hike out there this Fall!

[@junkbox7588]

Here we go...got more to watch... awesome

[@debsmith7050]

I feel your excitement !!! So happy for you and delighted you are sharing :) I'm sure your camera gremlins are over by now....

[@fernharmon4092]

And here we go! Thanks Darwin!

[@SeekingLost]

First! The best feeling is the beginning of the thru hike when you have sooo much adventure ahead of you. Good luck and looking forward to the rest of the journey!

[@floesh-408]

Hi from Holland :)

[@JohnSmith-dl2dz]

Definitely stoked about this hike too. And Seeking Lost, your CDT videos are AMAZING!! Best I've seen, how do you only have 2k subs???

[@oakeysmokey]

i LOVE darwin and seeking lost, I just binge watched your CDT journey. the wind river range footage is top top notch!!

[@SeekingLost]

@@oakeysmokey A worthwhile I binge I hope :) Yeah the Winds, there's nowhere like it I've been. It's Wyoming's Patagonia haha

[@tatioliveira6719]

@@JohnSmith-dl2dz, he has 167k subscribers.

[@randonature8583]

Hello Darwin, your videos are awsome... Much love from France! :)

[@andrewjohnson9947]

I love hiking through the Huachucas. Made me miss home! Thanks Darwin!

[@grahamambridge8370]

Good luck chap. Like the footage of u putting up the tent....like to see camp chaws\cooking (or soaking) too!

[@ryegibs]

The phone's camera does a wonderful job! Stay safe out there. Looking forward to following your journey!

[@Skymouth]

Omg i have NOT been getting updates notices from your channel! I can't believe I MISSED THIS!

[@swatoffrmb]

I live in Cochise County and I have always wanted to do the Arizona Trail.

[@dage1301]

I hiked the AZT last year and it was outstanding. I'm hoping to see some footage using the Osmo so let us know how it works out for you and Neemor. Look up Tim and Melanie Varner when you get to Flag. What a great and hospitable couple!

[@jennybrandon2393]

Best of luck on you AZT hike! Happy trails!

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Happy to you back on the trail. Trudge on!

[@aimeesilver9850]

It is great to see you hiking in my state! I hope AZ is good to you! Thanks for your video, will be at Coronado National Memorial in a few weeks so this was a nice preview!

[@michaelcarter382]

Godspeed Darwin. Looking forward to the rest of the videos....

[@trailwook2425]

I’m so stoked for this documentary!!

[@SensatiousHiatus]

Great first video...looking forward to the rest of the series! The AZT looks way more diverse than I would have imagined.

[@paulwright2335]

Will be following. You inspire me to get out there more thanks..

[@TBilbr01]

YES!!! He's baaaackkk! Let the adventure begin!

[@Takeahike1987]

Incredible footage looking forward to seeing the rest of the AZT thru hike

[@Hikergy16]

I feel this marks the beginning of a real career for you Darwin. Fuckin happy for you buddy.

[@castaway857]

Glad you're back at it! You bring education and inspiration together so well! Good luck on the AZT!

[@jmcmurrah]

Another Darwin adventure to follow! Yay!

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello Darwin, thank you for sharing another fine video. Sorry about the bad news regarding your camera. Hopefully you will be back filming again. Take care out there. 🤗

[@jules4343]

Great first installment. I look forward to following your journey.

[@fredecks4641]

Thanks for a lovely video. Happy trails!

[@Loner2012AT]

Looking forward to seeing what the AZT is all about. Thanks for posting Darwin and have fun out there!

[@laurisoza]

Love seeing you back on the trail. Great footage. Looking forward to following you on this adventure 🥾

[@RedStickLouisiana]

Watching this video, I feel like I'm back out on the trail. Thanks Darwin!

[@kellytallant1555]

Wow, that trail is much prettier than I thought it would be, but all I can think, is that it looks like tickville, haha.

[@jeffreysanchez8324]

Could you put your start date in the descriptions for your hikes? Thanks! Great videos

[@soninlaw1955]

I plan on hiking the AZT in the next few weeks. Don't want to wait to long cause how hot it will be. You'll be long gone when I get started. I'll be watching your videos to see what to expect. Thanks...Also cool gate with the AZT emblem on it.

[@emeraldislelassjenniferfor3378]

Happy Trails Darwin and I’ll be following your video adventures!

[@Mtnsunshine]

This trail is definitely on my bucket list. 👍

[@t.vanoosterhout233]

Good to see you back on the trail!

[@markhendrickson-projectk2074]

I'm starting the PCT this Saturday and would love to see you make another video for cold soaking recipes. Different ideas. Anyways, I enjoy watching your videos. You inspire a lot of people. take care and keep on keeping on.

[@randyhowell4320]

Darwin, it was great to meet you today on trail in Passage 18!

[@johnganshow5536]

Great to see you back on the trail. I've been to Patagonia, cool little community!!!

[@TooTall_hikes]

What a beautiful hike. Looking forward to future videos. Sorry to hear about your camera.

[@arcana1973]

Damn...sucks about your camera, but glad to see you make do with what you have. I did a section of the AZT in the Supes, but I would love to tackle the whole trail someday. Can't wait to see the finished product when you guys are done.

[@wendyk.6987]

Love the scenery! Be safe.

[@philsellers1071]

Good stuff. Glad to be able to follow along on the hike.

[@liriosdelcampohomestead4395]

Thank-you Darwin! I love my Arizona 😍😍😍😍😍 and all the beautiful trails!

[@bulblast89]

Good to see the AZTrail hat back on!

[@visualpossibilities7680]

Been waiting for your to start your AZ Trail adventure. Looks like the weather is great for you. Your phone takes great videos, so no worries to your viewers. Have a great time out there as you head toward my state, Utah! Hiker Steve from Salt Lake City.

[@stephenhanrahan7638]

great video. You show that border how to get crossed

[@DoIoannToKnow]

good luck jared leto of the trails

[@larryl4881]

Make sure to stop around the Superstition mtns

[@justrione]

Watching again

[@TheWayOutdoors]

Great intro video. Excited to watch the rest!

[@kenyanexpat]

I kept waiting to see when you would post your first video. Looking forward to following you.

[@jeff9104]

Great stuff, glad you are back on trail !

[@tnfreutel9941]

Hey Darwin - I’m heading to the Grand Canyon in May and I’ve been trying to dial in clothing / sleep system choices ... apparently it’s already hot! Keep up the good work and stay safe 😉

[@andreaderanek5879]

Yah it's hot here already......Today was 84 and it's only gonna get hotter!

[@AstheMagpieFlies]

Awesome as always! Looking forward to the rest of this journey :)

[@MarkGriffith]

Good luck! Be on the lookout for Candice Burt who starts FKT attempt for AZ trail on 4/15