Episode 16: Sierra Nevada (PCT 2017)

[@MTknives]

One of the few KZbinrs that I will watch a 20 minute long video :D it seemed like 5 :) keep them coming.

[@kathleenbryant25]

ditto!

[@fanofrunbot9771]

Dixie is definitely the REAL DEAL - and she's hot too - even mosquito bit and exhausted!

[@missmystery22]

Clicked on this so fast!! So excited to watch your videos!

[@thorvaldurthorsson5652]

Great episode! Please unhook all the straps on your backpack when you cross rivers, even when you do it on a log. You might loose your ballance and fall and then your backpack is going to be hard to get rid of. I am a former member of a mountain rescue team in Iceland and we have plenty of streams to cross up in the wilderness around here.

[@jdgoodwin325]

There's a reasonable school of thought that suggests keeping the belt strap buckled while crossing streams. The logic behind it is that the pack may go over the top of someone's back if they have a wobbly moment while crossing. Me personally, I unbuckle.

[@thorvaldurthorsson5652]

Personally I only hook one strap to one shoulder. That way I can quickly get rid of it if anything happens. We have seen quite many near drownings and downings around here when the backpack drags the victims under water. We advice people to form a chain(hooking arms together) when crossing a dangerous rivers where the smallest (lightest) persons(or most inexperienced) are in the middle of the chain in order to proctect them. We also use the hiking poles for support.

[@alantaylor6691]

Thorvaldur When crossing a hard river with hiking poles, I'm guessing you want to be facing and planting the pole upstream, not downstream? Another good way if someone has a decent length of cord might be to give one end to the crosser, and the other end to the strongest person on the shore, and the person crossing holds the cord while crossing, and if they get swept away then they can simply hold onto the cord and they will be swung around onto shore. Have the first person crossing be the strongest crosser, but have him hold the cord while crossing and another holding the other end back on shore in case he gets swept away. Then he can be swung back to the original side. But if he makes it, he then has an end of the cord and can then hold it while the rest cross. And if any get swept away, they will be swung onto the far shore and they've crossed. Only the first person that's crossing would need to be swung back to the original side if he got swept away. If he gets across, everyone else is guarranteed to make it, even if they gets swept away.

[@thorvaldurthorsson5652]

You never face downstream. What we do is to form a chain with the heaviest people on each end. If I am alone with someone that is not used to cross rivers then I have him/her downstream using poles at each end. We hook each others arms together for support. We also unhook all backpack straps and sometimes we just have the backpack resting on one sholder (if it is not to heavy). There are a lot of hard glacier rivers in Iceland and the most dangerous ones we try to cross during the late night or early morning because then they are calmer than during a warm day.

[@Groovygoats]

Yay! Haven't even watched....just sitting here refreshing till 6pm ET! Addicted to these videos!!!

[@Groovygoats]

Absolutely beautiful footage!!! Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us!!!

[@Hyporama]

these docs just keep getting better and better in terms of music, intercuts, etc.

[@aaronpylinski9082]

So I'm only 6 1/2 minutes in and I'm floored! You and your editor both are two incredible people. The world and outdoors are lucky to have you. I thought when I first saw the video pop up in my email this morning how lucky we are and how much we are loved by Team Homemade Wanderlust to have a 20-minute video. Thank you! Every time I saw a scene with the mosquitoes it took me back to my AT Thru Hike in '12 going thru the low parts of Massachusetts and I immediately started itching all over! Keep up the great work - both of you - and kill it in the Sierras. Damn the naysayers and keep plowing thru. Dixie, yer harder than woodpecker lips and you got this for sure. I'm proud of you, lady! My older brother (who passed in '06) lived in Opelika back in the day and I feel connected to him thru your adventures. I spread his ashes on Katahdin when I finished my hike in '12 and found peace and closure at the end of it all. The PCT is on my list. I'll be that 57-year-old geezer on the trail going SOBO in '35!

[@kristensteffe690]

'totally a brownie tree' this is why I love her

[@tamalaursa]

I think the music in this just made the whole video a million times better. It made me wanna go out and hike and this is the kind of videos that I LOVE!

[@FloridaGirlAdventures]

OH YES! It is time for my favorite show! I'll never look at Pine's the same way again!

[@seannordeen5019]

I came here after watching your CDT videos which I hope to hike soon. As a former PCT thru-hiker and as someone who hikes in the Sierra Neveda every year, I can say one thing with confidence. Permithrin threated clothing is your friend. Treat everything from your hat to your shoes and cover up with long sleeves and pants. It really works. If they land on stuff treated, they will take off quickly without trying to bite through it. This is much cooler than hiking in all your rain gear relying on how thick the material is to protect you. Also, with a wide brim hat, they tend to land on top instead of underneath where you face/neck are. A bug net is very useful during breaks so you don't breathe them in. On the PCT, I hiked through the Sierra this way and only needed to use DEET in northern Yosemite (always has the absolute worst bugs), otherwise hardly got any bites.

[@janicew9]

I loved this! Beautiful editing, and I loved the change of scenery as much as you did!

[@ryankc3631]

I've said it before, easily better than anything on TV. I think a lot of kids would love watching this. Thanks, Dix!

[@robertwood4783]

Some seriously good video footage.

[@HomemadeWanderlust]

robert wood Thank you!

[@robertwood4783]

You impress me with your style and creativity. Your editor friend is also in a different class. A match made in heaven that goes from strength to strength.

[@kan-zee]

Agreed with all the comments in this stream Very pleasureable to view this channels , creativity & hear the music selection. Well done.

[@robertwood4783]

The editing is also superb

[@robertwood4783]

If you enjoy funny commentary, take a look at DANN Hailey. He cracks me up!

[@chuckhodges6649]

Those were some awesome views! Thank you for letting us watch through your videos. (Great job editing too.)

[@DogplayBDA]

I just got so much wanderlust from watching this , be safe have fun and enjoy

[@KTMitchell1953]

Dixie, your footage is breathtaking. I can only imagine how spectacular the scenery is in person. Thank you for allowing us to be with you on your adventure. :)

[@vecdran]

That collage around the 6min mark was beautiful. Thank you for that.

[@kellirustin7944]

The much anticipated Sierras video!! Your appreciation for nature truly shows.

[@bobmcglynn1579]

I have watched all you triple crown series and now this series. I must say this one really tugged at my heart since i am from the sierra Nevada area and have been all over that place many times in my younger days. I"m no longer able to do the the outdoors I love so very much. Your videos have brought me much joy in seeing the Wonder of it all again.! Thank you so very much for the lift in my spirit. Peace be your journey always*

[@curtOphoto]

This was a great episode!!!

[@jacobr1292]

This is my favorite episode yet! Stay safe!

[@cheerstar382570]

I have never been more obsessed with a persons videos until I started watching your journey! Keep up the good work! 😊

[@annabowers769]

I have been binge watching you for the past week and you are by far my favorite hiker on YT! Gotta stick together us southern gals! Feels like home when I hear you talk (:

[@RPftw]

As a whole, this is quite definitively THE PCT Trail experience video collection. Congratulations Dixie. incredible...

[@brholder1]

Amazing scenery. You do an awesome job of capturing it. Thanks for taking us along Dixie! Have fun!!!

[@derekantrican]

New video intro? I like it! Also - I encountered an insane amount of mosquitoes in Kings Canyon National Park (so many that I didn't want to stop moving!). So good luck! Also, your "most beautiful day on trail" clip was also the spot where I thought the same thing :)

[@michaelb1761]

IMO, I think it actually gets better north of there. So much so, that I can't stop going back and exploring different parts of the Sierra every year.

[@lyndseyaaron2868]

I love to watch your videos to go to sleep, then wake up and watch them for real, and sometimes go back and play them again to sleep❤️ you're such a great and soothing person to watch

[@a2rwade]

Some of us have gotten so preoccupied with our daily routines that the things we soooo enjoyed when we were younger slipped away.....getting outside. Dixie not only creates great videos, she reminds us to get back out there, even if we start out alone. We wont be alone for long!

[@tracimolnar2002]

So enjoying these videos every week. Thanks for sharing your journey, Dixie; and kudos to your talented video editor.

[@tanstaafl1960]

Dixie, thank you for bringing us along on your adventure. I hope I speak for a lot of your viewers and subscribers in saying that it's been worth every mosquito bite, every blister, to capture these memories and to share them with all of us. Go for it! Cross that line! You're an inspiration. Mount Whitney and Forester Pass may be intimidating, but you're respectful of the risks and up for the challenge. You've got a lot of fans looking forward to your next episode!

[@Mtnsunshine]

More exceptional blending of music with video. Will be watching this episode again just to take in the beauty and artistry. Thank you for both your talents.

[@MutsPub]

Thank you so much for sharing! The amount of snow and water at the end of July is simply amazing. Stay safe.

[@workingforgear]

I love your channel! It's the only KZbin channel I have send me alerts when new videos show up. Thanks for all the hard work.

[@dothedewinme]

Northern California native here! That brownie tree is a ponderosa pine! Fun fact, if you break a piece of that bark off and smell it, it will be slightly reminiscent of vanilla!

[@teddythefourth2831]

geez I stop watching your videos for a few months and all of a sudden you have insanely awesome production value amazing!

[@emmytolkein3320]

I have been watching you since Amicalola Falls.I am glad you found people to hike with. I am grateful you are taking me along on your adventures! Love you Dixie stay safe!

[@gabi1342ful]

Hi Dixie, thanks for this video, I like all the scenic views and the nice soundtrack, too! Safe and happy hiking in the Sierras! 🐞👍🌻

[@sarahgreen3663]

omg I've been waiting for this for forever!! 😍😍😍

[@TEnd810782]

The nature show were wonderful. Wish I was there. 🏕🏔⛰🗻

[@shenandoah1322]

Wow! Such beautiful footage in this video!

[@quintenstamper5979]

Another great video! Can't imagine this in person. Made me think about how John Muir must of felt when he first walked into the sierras!

[@jacobfreed5060]

I get so damn excited when a new video from you pops up! I've got almost half my gear ready for my PCT thru hike for 2018! I'm so stoked for it.

[@sydneykenyon9728]

Great video Dixie! Thanks for taking the time.

[@captandy34449]

Outstanding Dixie! Your videos keep getting better and Better. be safe!

[@stevebennett1584]

Dixie, Thanks for this episode...they just keep getting better, great work both of you!.. We're all behind you lady, crossing fingers and sending positive energy your way. Nice ''cliff-hanger''ending Aaron...Take care and be well guys, thanks for the smiles....CHEERS !!

[@nhcaesar9556]

Awesome scenery! I've been anxiously waiting (and worrying) about you getting through this section. Please be careful! Also be on the look out for a female hiker named Sunup. She just climbed Whitney a few days ago so she must only be a day or two ahead of you. Very nice person who's been vlogging her journey as well. She's not doing as many miles as you are per day so you're bound to catch up to her. Using some of your shots as my wallpaper, they are that beautiful.

[@kmct2346]

This was so beautifully filmed and the music was perfect. I have looked forward each week to an update and I am so impressed every time! I hope you are having fun!

[@kimbasciano_]

I took about 20 screenshots of the beautiful views throughout this vlog lol. Nature is so breathtakingly amazing! great video Dixie!! Thanks as always for sharing with us!! xoxo

[@Saralaia93]

I am ALWAYS looking forward to your new episodes. At the moment my life is going crazy between job/saving money for my PCT attempt next year and I´ve been batteling a cold for a while. So this weeks episode really has made my day so much better. Thank you for going through the trouble and keeping all of us posted!!!

[@HomemadeWanderlust]

Chantal Hundt-Nicksch Awww, thank you. I'm sorry to hear you've been sick. All the stress will be worth it! Feel better soon :)

[@Saralaia93]

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer to my comment!! I am feeling all better by now and still get excited every day for my journey next year

[@What_If_We_Tried]

You're doing an incredible job of capturing the [stunning] beauty of the Eastern Sierras, and this is your absolute best video to date. Also looking forward to seeing you catch a few trout with that Tenkara rod.

[@garydehart4256]

Beautiful! Best so far - good luck on Whitney!

[@showado3]

I'm so happy you've made it to the Sierras! I grew up in Tahoe and this video brought back so many memories. Enjoy the snow! Can't wait for the next episode!

[@wayneboyd2682]

Breathtaking scenery. I am inspired by your courage and sense of adventure. Will be glad to know when the difficult stream crossings are behind you. Thanks again for sharing your trek with us.

[@debbiefarner2709]

I love your comment about the ponderosa tree looking like a big brownie. Never thought it but yes it does. Especially when you are a hungry thru hiker. Be safe and love the way you see the world you are in.

[@nimrod275]

AMAZING!! Every video gets better and better. Safe travels on your trip! Thanks for the videos

[@poppawolf26]

I like that you include the hikers and people you meet on the trail, plus the towns that you visit. You are doing a great job. I subscribed watching your AT adventure.

[@mikestephenson4484]

great videos! I love the polish and presentation! And of course the content rocks!

[@dannieneal5222]

Beautiful footage! Can't wait for next week!

[@debbywiens9736]

Welcome to the Sierras Dixie! You haven't seen nothin' yet! The Sierras are beautiful! I've been following you and waiting for you. Good luck climbing Whitney. Stay safe and we'll be watching for the next episode!

[@Gonothing50]

Awesome video as always

[@superdave54811]

It never seems to be long enough. Such quality and great content. Wishing I was there it is so beautiful.

[@katewamsley9560]

bravo to your editor! the panning shots mixed with the portraits were beautiful. excellent videos guys!!!

[@subdrvr]

Great, now I have to make brownies!

[@lainsworth2964]

you just keep getting better and better in your production.

[@graciabarr]

Great videos; maybe the best thru-hike series I've seen. Thanks for sharing!

[@adamaustin182]

Keep up the awesome job Dixie!! You're videos are a must watch for me!

[@AlbinArt]

Dixie. The is the best video of your PCT hike so far. Thank you and thank you for sharing your hike. A Patreon Supporter.

[@pitstop_calvin]

Safety tip: When crossing streams, unbuckle your hip belt so if you fall in , the rushing water doesn't pull you under with the pack. It's easier & faster to come out of your shoulder straps without having to unbuckle your hip belt as well! Stay safe!

[@Kentertained]

I did the JMT in 2016 northbound from cottonwood pass. It's fun to follow along and remember each section of the trail. I look forward to seeing the next few videos.

[@polintr]

I love the nature video montages and macro shots!

[@VanlilfewithDaleandBailey]

Some truly beautiful footage. Thank you.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello Dixie, greetings from Northern California. Somehow I missed this great adventure video. I know that 2017 was a heavy rain and snow year for most of California. I always look forward to your beautifully filmed adventurous videos. All the best to you Dear for your good health and safety. 🤗

[@cherylcarroll4667]

As a 2015 PCTer...Thru hiker turned section hiker(until I can get a spring/summer again) I am really enjoying watching your video's. The water between Kennedy meadows and Lone Pine-I am so jealous of!!! In 2015, 7 liters is what I was still carrying!!Best wishes and stay safe!!!

[@HomemadeWanderlust]

Cheryl Carroll Haha, yeah we've been lucky with the water due to all the snow! I'll take it for sure :) I hope you can get back out there soon and finish it up. Thank you for watching!

[@thecleaningteacher638]

Who is carrying the drone? Just curious where all that aerial footage is coming from...

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

The Cleaning Teacher >>> *YOU USED THE "D-WORD"!!!* 《grin》

[@kodyparis7521]

I think she sends her footage to someone else and they add and edit the videos while she's hiking.

[@djkoenig4716]

Hello, From Texas! I've watched & occasionally rewatch your videos. I would love to hike especially the northern regions of the PCT for sure!!!🥳 I've always dreamt of/fantasizied about the forests of the northwest or actually any cool forests! The hike would be a huge gift from me to myself!😁 My goal isn't to through hike 2000 miles, just hike/camp some sections. Me being from a southern SUPER HOT state "Texas" 🥵 w/temps of 100°+ I'm leary of hiking a desert 😳. I can do/see & suffer that daily here in TX. 😉 Summer in Texas lasts 6 months & is toture if your outside without a swimming pool! I want to camp, go on short hikes, amble along, wonder, wunder, be awed by nature, the creatures & to deeply savor time spent in the wilds in the cooler/cold temps of the NW old growth forests. I crave this fantasy even more now, after all the covid-19 weirdness of 2020. I'm determined to stay positive, regardless! I've experienced & witnessed that "true magic happens to those who commit daily to a positive & greatful mindset". Life will still have it's challenges & occation sad events etc... but the universe does respond in kind to an individual's outlook on life. I really do enjoy watching your hiking videos. So until I am hiking the PCT myself your videos will have to do! Your are especially great in helping to encourage & inspire other nature-lovers &/or outdoorsy people😎, especially women👠👟, to not be afraid🥴, get out on a trail & enjoy the heck out of your life🥳! I really appreciate your positive attitude (it's contagious) & BTW I also find you gear reviews super helpful!!! Thank you so much for all the time, care & effort you put into your channel! 🤠 Good luck on your future trips & may you have many, many more! 👍🤗💖

[@kennyg42]

Awesome! Be careful and keep them coming!

[@frankwarner970]

Awesome episode Dixie!! Hang in there and keep them coming!!

[@PHM00]

Keeps getting better and better, be safe!!

[@afrim6293]

About to go to sleep and everyone uploads 🤗

[@bagboy1942]

Dixie regularly posts on Wednesdays at 5 pm CST.

[@11jamielee]

Awesome 👍🏻 love it when the editor lets the sounds of nature be the music:)

[@lucymerriam6431]

Loved the video, wishing you happy hiking through the Sierra Nevada!

[@anonomess1]

Wonderful footage and editing! Thanks for sharing and stay safe.

[@kimbasciano_]

I look forward to your videos every single week. I was so excited to see you start the Sierra's. The shots and the editing are both amazing. hope you're doing well Dixie!!

[@kimbasciano_]

Lol those trees DID look like brownies!

[@patcb1478]

Wow great video of the most beautiful mountains. God I love this country people really need to get out and see it more. Keep it going can't wait for next one.

[@astrogypsy]

Been loving your channel. The edit from that heavy scenic intro to the mosquito slap was pretty funny. Best of luck, and thanks for posting these. K

[@scotthill6807]

Such beautiful scenery!! I'm jealous!

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

HAVE FUN! BE SAFE! WISH YOU A SAFE JOURNEY TO THE TOP & BACK DOWN! GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS!

[@28105wsking]

This is why you should do a dry run camping out two or three days before you leave so that you know what you need and have time to go get it. AND when you pack up in the morning you know you have everything you need and you know for sure you have it and where you put it BEFORE you hit the trail. Always have one extra water just in case.

[@erictorkelson5778]

Sierra bird tip. One of the most common birds in the Sierra is the mountain chickadee. You can recognize it by its distinctive three note whistle that sounds like "cheese-burger". The "cheeseburger bird" as it is commonly known in Tahoe is abundant in the Sierra as well as the Cascades.

[@banilogreira8518]

So beautiful!!! I do wish the videos were longer.

[@ninagalicki627]

Dixie! I'm so excited that you're in the Sierras! We're planning on hitting the northern terminus by the end of August and then heading back down to NoBo the Sierras through September, so please please please be safe so that we can maybe run into you again 💁🏼 Keep on trekkin! -Crispi

[@timshel011]

I'm making fudgy brownies tonight... Your videos are so darn cool. Hope you meet up with Chocolate Balls and Sunup somewhere along the trail. Can't wait til next Wednesday... Stay safe...

[@HomemadeWanderlust]

timshel Leo Thank you! Hope they were yummy :) I met Chocolate Balls in Idyllwild. Cool guy!

[@robertwood4783]

*You might think of undoing your backpack straps when crossing rivers.

[@KLB5420]

well undo the hip belt buckle, and loosen your shoulder straps enough so that you can slip out of them if you go for a swim.

[@Virpukka]

I have found it alarming how many keeps their straps closed during the river crossings, even when they are waist deep in the water. If we don't lose someone on this year because of that trend it is pure miracle imo. Though I really hope that will be the case.

[@robertwood4783]

Some Japanese girl unfortunately and sadly drowned recently. Crossing rivers can be dangerous

[@robertwood4783]

Yeah, crossing fast moving waters with a weight glued to your back can lead to disaster. You sound Finnish with common sense

[@Virpukka]

Lol. I admit being Finnish but the common sense can be debated on some days. Seriously speaking though, water ans snow are two elements that are really common in this country, dealing with snow on high altitudes not so much. But that brings some knowledge at least with both elements.

[@joannlaneking8725]

Cliff hanger! 😱 Can't wait for next week

[@Daniel_Callie]

Simply wonderful Dixie! Love you much

[@randyhospodar8864]

Beautifully shot and edited

[@Longtrailside]

That was an exceptional video! Dixie and her team really did a great job with this one and I know the farther north she gets the scenery will get even better. BTW warning when you get to Washington, we have had people fall thru the snow on snow bridges, so be extra careful.

[@cardiackidjones2848]

Thanks again Dixie for sharing your videos with us.......You now have me inspired to do the AT when I retire.

[@HomemadeWanderlust]

Cardiackid Jones Yayyyyy!!

[@tonystewart7287]

Great scenery, I'd be undoing the sternum & hip belt on any river crossings that are sketchy in case you go for a swim & need to roll out of your pack, you can then hold on to it for flotation until you get to the shallows.

[@robertrockwell7581]

we all know what Dixie is thinking about brownies and ice cream love it. you rock girl keep on hiking and be safe