Day 9-11 Unicoi Gap to Hiawassee

[@carolczina9235]

Looking good, DIrty Bunny! Thanks for sharing your journey and the beautiful views. Your positive attitude is going to get you far! I hope it stays fun for you as many days as possible. Glad you are taking care of yourself as you go. Looking forward to seeing you getting farther and farther north. Vermont is a few states away, but we have a very pretty part of the trail up here and welcome all of you. Best wishes on your trek north.

[@acemurphy2]

Your a natural for doing interviews. Great job & great reason to hike the A.T.. Thank you D.B. for keeping on keeping on. 🌲🌲🌲

[@cdavisultrakc4351]

So glad to see you posting and that you're in great spirits. Love following - keep up the great work - you have a great attitude!!

[@scubachix4215]

Got excited when the notification came in on a new video from you. I told my husband, "Hiker Feet didn't quit!😊" Happy for you. Thank you for keeping up with the videos. I realize it is an added burden.

[@HikerFeet]

Scuba Chix Thanks so much!! I'm back in town and should be able to upload more videos in the next day or 2. It's hard to upload them. No service on the AT. I'm at a place with no wifi right now but should have some tomorrow. Thanks so much for your support

[@HikerFeet]

Scuba Chix Thanks so much!! I'm back in town and should be able to upload more videos in the next day or 2. It's hard to upload them. No service on the AT. I'm at a place with no wifi right now but should have some tomorrow. Thanks so much for your support

[@swatsullivan]

Great video. Great thing those guys are doing hiking for PTSD awareness!! I hope they raise the funds for that residence. Glad you're still pushing north. Can't wait for the next video!

[@3rwparks3]

.Missed you, glad your knee is feeling better. Be safe out there and stay strong.. Love your trail name. Looking forward to your next video..

[@briansnyder8494]

Go girl, you are doing great. You are walking the length of your country just like your forefathers. (Only they walked the width.) You will soon see new flowers on the forest floor and new birds, animals and snakes. ( Careful of snakes, this time of year, they are dopey from the cold and sometimes strike at anything.) I saw one when I was a teenager (back before a couple of wars. Not telling) that struck a young tree that was waving IN THE BREEZE 3 times before giving up. Anyway enough, just walk your walk and enjoy. Will keep following.

[@HikerFeet]

Brian Snyder. I didn't know that about snakes. Thanks for the advice.

[@honeybadgerhikes]

Hey a quick tip for your feet to prevent blisters....My Podiatrist suggested using Vaseline on my feet anywhere that rubs-- I do this all the time now and NO MORE BLISTERS. Best advice ever!

[@HikerFeet]

Dianna H Funny, i just started doing this every night. Clean with wet wipes then vasoline. So far, blisters healing right up!

[@honeybadgerhikes]

I am hiking on Az Trail this spring and forgot to do it the first day out; I paid for it big time with blistered feet, UGH... one hard lesson I won't forget. I dab on a generous amount right before I put on my boots and haven't had any blisters since.....

[@elizabethturkette2719]

Coconut oil may also work?

[@roadwarrior9422]

Hiker feet. So glad to have you back posting video. Love following you.

[@TimWatsonOutdoors]

Nice to see you in good spirits! Was just thinking of you today, glad to see a video up. Keep on keeping on.

[@otterriveroutdoors5309]

Looks like you are doing fine! Glad to hear from you again. Keep on truckin'!

[@sydneykenyon9728]

So glad you are still on trail!!! Great job

[@NorthCountryOutdoorGuys]

Keep on trekking! The positive attitude will take you far! Great job!

[@pepperandcricketoutdoors18]

You look strong and you are doing less complaining about the climbs than most other Vloggers! Keep up the great work!

[@SmackNC]

And the transformation continues! Keep up the good work.

[@johnkulcsar5801]

Wonderful to find out you're continuing your AT journey. The last couple of days were questionable and concerning for us "Arm Chair Trekkers". Lots of spirits pulling for ya. KEEP ON.

[@phil1932]

Great to see you playing this smart. Have high hopes you're going to make it! Impressive.

[@GreenTrail-yy8bk]

You are doing great! Love your video! Thanks for sharing! Have fun and be safe!

[@HappyHikers]

Love this! You are killing it!!!

[@kookiemoose]

There use to be an AT shelter on Rocky Mtn. There still is a spur trail up there to the old shelter site with a nearby spring. North of there about 10 miles is Addis Gap. There use to be a cool A Frame AT shelter there. Funny how things change, but stay the same.

[@FloridaGirlAdventures]

Great views! Thanks for sharing this with us I'm so happy to be along for your adventure! Hope to see you at TRAIL DAYS! in Damascus!

[@MrMandodrummer66]

Really enjoying your vlog. Keep up the positive vibe. You can do this!!!

[@SavaAdventures]

Very nice hiking tour, ...............beautiful nature,... greetings from Austria !!!

[@HikerFeet]

Sava Adventures Hi!!! Thanks for watching!!

[@SavaAdventures]

You're welcome.....Greetings !!!

[@garyellis4961]

Love your videos. I will be at Overmountain Shelter (mile 384) with my Scout Troop on 3/25. Maybe we will see you there. Keep up the good hiking :)

[@strickysbackpackingadventures]

Thanks for the update. Stay safe and hike on!!

[@mbain84]

Glad to see you're still kickin' butt on the trail!

[@mdnite2941]

Smart move to get out of the thunder storms.Happy hiking!

[@0zthehikingsailor]

Wow nice view of Rocky Mountain, never noticed this mountain for the last 2 years. Very nice of strangers to help hikers eh? But it is nicer to get their pictures lol as you stated earlier. Be nice to your body and don't push it. Your feet will pay for it. You are doing perfect mileage and it is the pave that myself and 3 awesome ladies will be doing for the first 15 days. Where was your swag picture at that sign lol. Awesome video and you look very happy. Cheering you on till Katahdin. Then in November, you can enjoy my 30 days of video on the Quebec IAT trail.

[@GaMedic911]

Doing Great! Enjoying the posts. Be Well... Snug.

[@jakejacobs3895]

Thanks again for taking us on your hike

[@slotortoise6166]

Woohoo! Glad that you are feeling so well!

[@matthedeen2190]

please don't take this oddly lol...but I too am a recovering everything...no joke. I was clean and sober for 9+years...then jumped head first from the wagon. I am currently back on it tho and working my program again. You are an inspiration to me. I am currently getting my gear together for a section hike in 2019 to celebrate 2 birthday's. my 50th and more importantly my 5th...I only wish I was on the trail right now...reason being...so I could walk with you. please please please keep the videos coming and hike your own hike! #KISS...I bet you know what this means...and no I'm not making a pass at you😊

[@HikerFeet]

Matt Hedeen Thanks Matt and I certainly know what KISS means. Congrats on your sobriety. I know how difficult it is in early sobriety. Keep trudging!

[@tracydickson8575]

Happy hiking! Rooting for you. :)

[@GreetersThru-Hike]

I looked for your IU hat today. Bigfoot and I did trail magic at Dick's creek and will do it again tomorrow (Friday). Good luck on your hike!

[@HikerFeet]

Greeter's 2017 Thru-Hike oh man! I miss all the Trail Magic. Everyone's been talking about all the great Trail magic but I've missed everyone. I'm in Franklin now, maybe you'll head further north??

[@GreetersThru-Hike]

Hiker Feet at least you should miss the snow!

[@chefcocoasadventures8794]

So glad to see you still hiking. Rock on.

[@UnclePaul]

You're doing great. Enjoying your videos. Be safe.

[@HikerFeet]

BlessingOfAdventure Thanks so much! Can't wait to start watching your adventure

[@Alpenglow_hikes]

Hi Dirty Bunny:-) You are doing fine! You are obviously focused and making the best decisions for you! Like you, when I was on the trail sometimes people would be concerned because of delays in the publishing of my videos. I had to explain to viewers that it is not always possible to upload videos when we would like. In my case, I also had to give some time for my editing staff (ie. my sons) to work their magic:-) I am confident in you ability to realize your dream and I look forward to watching your updates when you can post them! You will do this Michelle! Alpenglow

[@HikerFeet]

Alpenglow Thanks Alpenglow. Yes, I can't post anything when I'm on the trail. I just got into Franklin and now I have to find wifi. I'm sure I'll find it tho. I am staying at a place with no wifi, but should have some tomorrow. I think. Possibly not. But I'm having the time of my life and cannot believe I passed the 100 mile mark!.

[@stanthemanhikes2965]

yes no quitting just keep heading north you're doing great!

[@wolfman6000]

You are doing great !!!

[@michaelbutler4961]

Hi Dirty Bunny!! I had caught up with Reddmage and Your ch poped up. I love the way you are doing your Ch. Not to long and good info, Keep it up :) Wow Blisters on day 2...Maybe your trail name should be Tough Cookie!! Way to hang in there. I think you have the mental part of the game within you. Early on you mentioned while talking about your backpack....the cross bar that hit your neck. I have been looking at this pack for a while online. Have you found this to be a problem? Are you able to look up w/o it poking you in the neck? Maybe you could give us an update on your pack. Do you plan to show any meal prep? Looking forward to more of you postings. Keep up the good work. You are a Thru-Hiker in the making ;)

[@markw3822]

Welcome back happy to see you are still kicking that elephant ! Lol

[@lestomper1566]

I'm not sure if this helps with why they call it Indian Grave Gap but just a few miles from there Hwy 19 has an intersection with Hwy 60 and there is a rock pile at that intersection. Legend has it that a Cherokee Indian princess Trahlyta died and is buried there under the rock pile. Tradition is that travelers who pass that spot leave a rock there on the pile in honor of the princess. As I said I'm not sure if it applies but at least its not a gruesome story. I am following yours and Reddmage's hike this year, enjoying both of your vlogs. I am planning on being part of the 2018 class. Here's wishing you the best of luck.

[@HikerFeet]

Mike Barr interesting! I love watching Redmage.

[@hiltonmusicstudio]

Glad to see you're loving the trail. Keep it up!! What ever happened with Willow (your kitty) did you find someone to take care of her? Did you decide to cut your hair? Or is it up in the video?

[@HikerFeet]

hiltonmusicstudio A friend of a friend who loves cats is taking care of her. I trust her with my heart and am very grateful. Still haven't cut my hair but still thinking about it.

[@michaelfirneno6686]

go girl,just keep eye on the weather,peace.

[@TheWeekendHiker]

Keep up the good work :) -ATB Adam 🐢

[@davidgau]

Hang in there girl want to see you top Katahdin

[@christopherayotte3179]

Snow coming. Be careful.

[@hillfolkflyfishing5104]

Be careful, weather is supposed to get bad this weekend. Calling for snow in Western NC. If you need a ride or anything just let me know when you get close to Franklin and I'd be happy to help!

[@HikerFeet]

WNC Outdoors Thanks so much! I just got into franklin and settled. Gonna see how the weather holds out tomorrow.

[@hillfolkflyfishing5104]

Make sure you stop at Outdoor 76 on Main Street, those guys are great!

[@kan-zee]

It would be cool, if you could ask other hikers, about *Why* are there names for different shelters, gaps etc. good job..by the way, hows your gear holding up so far ?

[@HikerFeet]

Kanzee Good idea. Gear is holding up great. I am happy with each choice I have made.

[@GrottoGroveGroves]

you in my neck of the woods ! if you have any idea where you'll be at on the weekend of the 19th. i'll bring some magic to ya. let me know ? get to a hostel or somewhere, snow this weekend . sit and lite !

[@HikerFeet]

Ta Price Yes! I'm at a friends near the NOC. Will be staying off the trail until I see what the weather does.

[@guyromstadt5858]

Your doing good but i think you would find the terrain easier if you had a carolina tar heels hat lol !!

[@Survivalist2008]

Hang in there!

[@woodchuck1062]

Never tried this, but I have heard that nylon stockings help prevent blisters. I think they might be called "peds", but I am referring to those things my wife puts on her feet when trying on shoes.

[@HikerFeet]

WoodChuck I have not heard of that before. I will check that out. My feet are healing right up, though.

[@winkhvac62]

Good video

[@elizabethturkette2719]

Hi there fellow Hoosier!! My name is Liz and I have just recently found you while searching for 2017 AT videos! I moved to Roanoke, VA from Fort Wayne 5 months ago and since, have developed a goal to hike the AT. I have SO enjoyed watching your journey thus far and will be watching for when you get close to us! Also, I wanted to put it out there, if you are interested, my partner Chris and I would love to offer a room for you to sleep in, home-cooked meals if you choose to stay with us, use of our kitchen and/or bathroom for a hot shower, rides to the grocery, market, or wherever you may need to go and anything else we can help you with!! If you're interested, I would love to connect via facebook if you have it, phone or email. Just let me know which works best for you!! We do plan on setting up shop to give out some trail magic somewhere along the trail near us when the larger thru-hiker groups come through so if you don't take us up on the offer, we hope to see you on the trail!! Love and light!! Liz

[@bettysweet802]

Way to go....

[@stickerman272]

Are you holding your phone in your hand to take videos or are you using a selfie stick? Smart move on staying out of the rain. You will have plenty of opportunities to play the rain game. Whatever Pace your hiking is the right pace!!!

[@HikerFeet]

T Rex Sometimes hand. Sometimes selfie stick. Not sure which is best. What do you think?

[@HikerFeet]

T Rex Sometimes hand. Sometimes selfie stick. Not sure which is best. What do you think?

[@darrellwhitman156]

43 air lift wing from Iraq is wishing you well and we are going with you. LOL

[@HikerFeet]

Darrell Whitman Thank you so much! I've met many honorable Vets out here on the trail.

[@danoutdoors9411]

take some magnesium it will help you sleep

[@danoutdoors9411]

hikeing makes you lose precious minerals.