Day 141: The Falls / CDT Thru-hike 2024

[@tinnwhistler7629]

Yes indeed! Hats 🎩 off to the hiking vloggers;) ❤

[@sheliasipes8321]

I have watched every video from the beginning, just don't comment much. I have throughly enjoyed this whole hike. I love the music you chose . The music doesn't overwhelm the video. Safe travels to you, Knee Deep, Mash, Log man and all the rest of the thru hikers. I'm with you until the end.

[@jamescleatus5113]

Seems like he’s about 5 days behind with posting videos, and understandably so. I imagine Mike’s got to be close to the finish “line” at this point. I watched his AT trail videos and HAD to watch the CDT videos. Mike always impresses and has motivated me to do the AT trail. Cheers to you and your Family!!!

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@johnl8738]

Hi Mike. Great shot with the hikers in the dark with head lamps. I don't know how you do it. Must be nice being in the clouds and seeing those great water falls. Vloggers like yourself do an amazing job. You show people, who may not ever get a chance, what this country looks like. You are at the top of our class of Vloggers, can't thank you enough. What a great place for a wedding. Great timing into camp before the big rain started. Be Strong, Be Safe, and thanks for taking us on this Journey.

[@glengullickson6538]

Random thoughts-1)I agree with the comments about the vloggers. Takes guts, you included. 2) ❤️ flowing water! 3)Knee Deep always has a smile on her face! 4) we missed the shot of you jumping into the stream! 5) you are probably done by the time we watch this. 6) Hats off to Knee Deep and Mash for hiking with you, love that tramily!

[@GB1234-s2]

I like how you remain positive even when it’s difficult

[@stevetrimborn3739]

Walking on a narrow cliffside in the dark is proof that no matter how long you were in Military Intelligence, you are still an Infantryman at heart.

[@judithpearson3968]

Morning, Mike. And a hats off to you. You do an amazing job of videotaping your journey. I, for one, really appreciate it. That chipmunk was so cute. Glad he was on the trail and not at camp trying to find a meal. The scenery today was outstanding all day. Loved the creeks, lakes, rivers, and especially the waterfalls. Glad it was you and not me on those suspension bridges. It even made me nervous when you showed the water you were over. I was afraid you were gonna fall off. Even though I knew you were past that and probably hadn't. Couldn't believe Knee Deep and Mash jumped into that water. Brrr, bet it was freezing cold. Crazy kids! Loved the camaraderie around the campfire. A great day even if you did get rained on a bit. Wouldn't be a normal day on the CDT if you didn't get rained on - at least for you and your group. Take care. Stay safe. See you tomorrow.

[@pauliedavis49]

Just stunning! Thank you!!!

[@robertligas250]

We appreciate you taking the time to share your journey and the great people you’re around. I enjoyed your PCT videos Also you’re probably already home but thanks for sharing.

[@ForageNourishRepeat]

Thanks Mike for sharing your thru hike with all of us! It's been a great start to my day to share in your adventures! You are an inspiration!! 😊🩷

[@GuyMichaelSolling]

Hi Mike. You'll be sadly missed and leave a very big hole in my days all too soon now! Thanks very much for your vlogging dedication. I agree; a big shout out to you for doing this extra work at the end of your very tiring days. In fact, your vlogs have been so good that I want to watch all of them again, as an aspiring 2025 thru hiker who's planning to start on the very same date; great intel! Could I ask a favour? When you have the time, could you insert the 'View Full Playlist' function'? You'll make my re-viewing life a lot easier! Congratulations to you - and please pass them on to the rest of your tramily, whom I have also come to know so well.

[@MB-kl9fn]

Will just have to go back to the AT videos and start watching them from day 1 and then the PCT ... that should keep you going for another 200 days or more :)

[@GuyMichaelSolling]

@@MB-kl9fn Sounds like a plan! And this technologically-challenged, even older, man found your playlists. It's a great day!

[@xbalance]

Amazing waterfalls!

[@Twobarpsi]

The beauty of this area is stunning! I agree, a northbound hike, is the only way to go.

[@anniedean]

Enjoyed following you on this thru hike so much! Well done! Truly appreciate your efforts.

[@marthaee]

Wow! Ya know what? If there’s a heaven, this is it! Nothing could be any better!❤️❤️ Happy trails! ❤❤❤

[@barrelmaker3930]

Beyond amazing!

[@Lennen-N-Motion]

Mike I sure hope you, knee deep and mash photobombed that wedding. What a random event to come across. I understand what you’re saying about vlogging, opening up your life & the vlogger to criticism. I have watched every one of your triple-crown videos. Being an avid hiker, I personally watch your videos (and other thru-hikers videos) to experience the unexpected aspects, as well as the planned aspects of the trail, as you do. I crave the outdoors, and cannot get out on trail as often as I would like, but I am working towards retirement, and watching thru-hikers videos is teaching me tons in order to prepare for my thru-hike. If at anytime I don’t agree with your vlogging comments, I can merely click off of your video, but I guess some people have to comment about everything. I can imagine what it takes to to keep your camera gear working for 145 days, you and all thru-hiking vloggers are bad-ass hikers. Thanks.

[@Pvallentyne]

Made it Ma, to the top of the world! James Cageny, White Heat. Thank you for your Vlog. It made my daughters hike a real experience fleshed out her FB posts and helped me understand her experience.

[@rickkent4424]

Mike, I followed you on the AT. Following this hike of the CDT. Loved every minute of this. Thank you for taking the time & effort to share this. Beautiful scenery. Great insights of how one interacts with other hikers on trail. Enjoyed all the interactions with others you shared. Again, thank you for sharing! Have a great day.

[@jeffanderson3584]

James Cagney, White Heat. GREAT MOVIE!!!

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Very good!

[@andydickson5400]

Great shots of all the waterfalls... Beautiful views...

[@jerryayres5744]

The early morning scenery was surreal. Very cool.

[@chrislonsberry1974]

Beautiful waterfalls! Glad you got to enjoy them mostly dry. Hats off to Mash and Knee Deep for taking that cold plunge! They have more courage than I do!

[@suecox8355]

🦋❤️

[@tonieiselt6274]

What an amazing day, yeah. I am very grateful to you, Mike, for sharing your long walk along the Divide. This one has been a favorite of mine. Shout out to KneeDeep, Mash, Log Man, Early Bird and all your trambly and thru hikers. It's been great. Looking forward to the next few days. All the best to you.

[@clydevanwinkle7382]

Thank you for the beautiful video!

[@anitasimmons3599]

Thank you for another fantastic vlog. Section hiking and backpacking my own routes, I always try to leave space that is easy and convenient for the thru hikers if the bubble presses where I am on the trail. I am usually gone when they wake up, and was asleep when they showed up. Most interactions with others, have been at breaks or when filtering water. That plunge looks integrating... It's always nice to get a throw rinse 😂. Thank you again for taking us along on your journey. ❤🙏🥾👍😊

[@SkiCounseler]

invigorating ?

[@anitasimmons3599]

@@SkiCounseler yes, auto correct can really make a mess out of my typing...

[@dennisrobinson5432]

While the last couple of days HAVE been a walk in the Park, they didn’t appear to be a walk in the park. Challenging and beautiful.

[@grahames9228]

At this stage, you must be really looking forward to the finish line.

[@walterschmick4958]

Jimmy Cagney - Top of the World

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Very good.

[@tracywatson1972]

Thank you so much for vlogging this journey: I am so grateful! Question about food consumption post- thru hike: how do you retrain your body in terms of quantity and quality of calories, etc?

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

I was eating over 4,000 calories a day on trail, a good chunk of them sugar. Now at home, I am moderating my diet and trying to eat healthy.

[@TheHikingChick1]

It really is quite a feat that you've kept up on the daily vlogs through all three trails... Glacier scenery continues to deliver. Beautiful early morning shots. I couldn't have walked over those bridges with video rolling. I was thinking those pools looked great for a swim just before your footage of Knee Deep & Mash going for it. Awesome! Is this really coming to an end?🌻💛

[@ksgtokgo]

James Cagney. White Heat

[@wildeone1636]

Thanks 🙂

[@louannjohnson5885]

James Cagney White Heat. Top of the world Ma

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Very good.

[@galeclay8866]

Another amazing video Mike ! So beautiful cant imagine hiking in the dark ! Did you do a jump in the water toooooo? Safe and warm down hill slide!!😊

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Not there.

[@MissM007]

James Cagney, White Heat!

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Very good!

[@QuillerZenobia-s2x]

Bode Way

[@BonnieDavis-v1o]

Weimann Inlet

[@gregbailey1753]

White Heat James Cagney

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Very good.

[@SkiCounseler]

Hiking through the greatest concentration of grizzly bears in North America at night is risky at best. I salute your courage (foolishness?).

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

I never hiked at night. I hiked before dawn every morning. And we stuck together as a group until the sun came up. I hiked the entire CDT. I saw three black bears but not one grizzly. And, as a rule, I never allow my actions to be governed by fear.

[@SkiCounseler]

@@oldmanandtheat3093 I hope the grizzlies got the memo telling them they can't attack hikers in the pre-dawn hours because it wasn't technically "night". Your other rationale seems to be that since you haven't actually seen a grizzly, then they can't possibly be dangerous. Finally you express your macho attitude that fear will never influence your decision making. Good for you! Make sure you inform the grizzly gnawing on your leg that you aren't afraid of him.

[@HousmanNat-z8r]

Feest Stream

[@BrendaParmley-p6x]

Reichert Summit

[@masonkimble2006]

How’s the Visa rain jacket been?

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

It wets out too quickly.

[@herbtierney3462]

White Heat Jimmy Cagney

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Very good.

[@ijblessjourney]

Mike what time do you actually start hiking?

[@oldmanandtheat3093]

Typically, 05:30 am.

[@jeffanderson3584]

Can't breathe Parker??? (Cagney shoot the trunk)

[@soundreflections9126]

Forrest Gump??