Day 1 Springer Mountain to Jarrard Gap Appalachian Trail Thru Hike 2021

[@ryanschultz8163]

Dude that was a timber rattlesnake....

[@lynnprince6635]

OK, two blazes ,you go left or right ??

[@oldschool8798]

That bird is a Grouse. No way on earth it will hurt you. And the snake looks like a Timber Rattler, as someone said below. If you can't see the tail, the wedge-shaped head is a way to recognize rattlers. The Copperhead, another venomous snake of the East, also has a wedge-shaped head.

[@g3outdoors]

That looked like a pheasent very cool find their pretty rare here in Georgia.

[@debbieosborn9464]

The Mountain Laurel is beautiful but I didn’t realize how toxic it is! Love the wild azaleas too! Some nice views. Hike on!

[@ThomasShomo]

You look super familiar! Were you hiking the Jersey Section at the end of May? Or was that someone else.

[@TwoPineapples]

Aloha! Looks so beautiful and zen out there. Great trek and you two rock! You guys are so natural and keepin things real! Lovin the start to your trail so far and it is giving us oober motivation for our summer excursions we have been planning. Will ketchup this week with the rest of your vids. Be safe and see ya on the next one!

[@solitudeinthewild82]

What a nice video, my friend! Great mountain hiking skills! The nature is amazing.. Enjoyed watching. Cheers from Russia, Baskets , and welcome to my channel about bushcraft and survival! Kind regards, Yuriy!

[@easypeasy1238]

If you meet a bear or wolves, what will you do ?

[@baskets8429]

Eat them for lunch

[@easypeasy1238]

@@baskets8429 🤣

[@underdogontheappalachiantr9646]

Happy Trails to the both of ya !!! You guys rock !!! Underdog

[@undefinedtygerpath4096]

Ughh! I found one of those on one of my beautiful hydrangea blooms this morning after it chewed holes in some of the leaves. I hate those stinking snails! You have my permission to crush every one you see. Seriously, it's great to see you both back on trail! I'll be following along.

[@jhonyermo]

Go to Walmart and buy more. Leave the creatures alone.

[@djg5950]

I know if you set out a dish of beer that slugs will crawl in it and drown. May work on snails, too ? Worth a try.

[@onthedownhillsideoflife8855]

Great that you guys are back on the AT. Looked like a great day on trail great views and seeing a ruffed grouse was awesome. Thanks for the video.

[@surfandstreamfisher5749]

Hey Baskets how ya liken the Palante? And what brand compression sleeves are you wearing?

[@baskets8429]

It’s great ! CEP compression

[@surfandstreamfisher5749]

@@baskets8429 thank-you!

[@claramullen]

Wow putting out the miles from the start.

[@billcummins9579]

awesome video ! you have a great camera . good luck on your hike !

[@stella00138]

Thanks for taking us along with you in the forest adventures. Looked fun except with the sight of 🐍 hope y'all stayed safe.

[@tangenttrails]

Great start! On a side note: I saw Nope is currently hiking the CDT. He popped up on a thru hiker’s vlog I’m following.😄

[@GladyscoRevelations]

Lovely video

[@markcummings6856]

Wow, some superb views. Sorry Mr. Snake, we are just trying to walk around. Lol

[@larryhudson4511]

Why do I always see hiker feet when I'm eating?

[@baskets8429]

Why do u

[@larryhudson4511]

a couple of days ago I got to see massive blisters while eating spaghetti. It just seems to be a trend.

[@baskets8429]

Lol 😂

[@erinhiner4540]

Probably heard or know that Nope is doing CDT again...!

[@666WB1]

Nice 26 mile day 1..awesome job..enjoyed. thanks

[@billiebluesheepie2907]

Great start! I loved the camp shots, we don’t usually get to see them, but they help you to see what it’s really like on a thru hike, (...and you have to set up camp every day before you get to sink into your bed!)

[@Hardlyable]

I believe your wild turkey was a ruffed grouse from what I could see.

[@baskets8429]

Ahh man that thing was loud

[@deborahanderson5508]

@@baskets8429 he was strutting , its mating season.

[@SteffenThomsen]

That trimmed beard lookin fresh.

[@leewest423]

Yeah Buddy!!!!!! Lightweight!!!!!!

[@craiglenhard-rvrguyd]

Why did you decide to start so late in the spring?

[@WALKITOFFDavidSmith]

How are you liking that Desert pack? Looks comfortable.

[@ReadingRetail]

Hey Baskets 🧺

[@baskets8429]

👍👍

[@Mtnsunshine]

Congrats, you two! Have a fantastic time out there. 👍

[@keithwagner6852]

Really great to see you'll on trail again looking forward to following along have fun and happy trails.

[@KrizAkoni]

Nice early start! Way to beat the heat. ROFL snail crash! Never seen a bird do that before, Fun stuff!

[@CanCanHikes]

So happy for you both! I like how you are staggering your videos with Garden State! More days I can relax with you both!

[@deborahanderson5508]

WOOOO- BUDDY!!!

[@misscandy84]

Amazes me how no hikers are scared of snakes

[@eightpoints1935]

That bird and how gardenstate reacted to it........lmbo. be safe y'all......👣👨‍🦯🗻🧭🌑🌔☀️🌟

[@chrisrondeau9912]

Had a grouse chase me as well couple weeks ago in TN.

[@jkxx3042]

Thank you for letting us tag along on your journey. Awesome vids with lot of energy, life and wisdom for a super awesome hike.