Florida Magic

[@eletasucsy4495]

The COFFIN EXPLAINED, as much as it can be explained. We bought and were fixing up the little house next to us, where Dixie and MarDe stayed, to rent to my son's friend. He acquired the coffin, which had only been used for Halloween, but stored it in the house so that he could sleep in his hearse at music festivals.

[@clintonroushff7068]

Sometimes our imagination paints it's own picture. Great story. Thanks for your kindness. GOD bless

[@mmamallama1827]

🤣 I literally just posted a comment before reading this. Very cute 😊

[@coughingowloutdoors8579]

Thanks so much for the explanation. I was wondering...haha. What great people you are to extend such kindness to Jessica and Mardee. Blessings and best wishes.

[@suzannehedderly1331]

Duh! Of course! 🤦🏻‍♀️ A storage spot so someone could sleep in their hearse. 😂 Thanks for being such nice, cool people assisting hikers.

[@taterhater7419]

okay. now explain the hearse/coffin combo.

[@kerilynnnation820]

It was such an honor to meet you guys & help y’all out!!! We’ve been watching every week!!! Hope y’all made it home safely!!! Landon is still telling people he “hung out” with a famous youtuber lol. Let us know next time you’re in the area!! Xoxo

[@Sasha-vs6sd]

I was recently out solo camping, and I noticed a large bug crawling on my water cooler. I got up close and said, “Hey Mr. Bug. What are you up to?” in my best southern accent. I felt your critter-lovin’ spirit at that moment. Haha In all seriousness, I was a tad nervous as I was the only person in the primitive campground that night. I just thought, ‘If Dixie can pop a tent in the middle of the woods by herself, I can definitely survive this cozy camper just fine.’ Thanks for being a lovely example of trusting & respecting nature - especially as a solo female.

[@rkatrails]

Wow! I must say this episode was epic! Incredible things happened on this segment. I literally got goose bumps listening to the story of the county that extended unusual hospitality to you, then the couple that took you into their home. And the story of you meeting up with the biker at your 500 mile marker just when you needed a little lift in your spirit. Remarkable happenings! I think the county should hire you to be the face to promote the Florida Trail.🙂

[@johnalden5821]

Kudos to Putnam County for recognizing that Dixie IS important to the hiking community -- and giving her and MarDe first-class treatment!

[@rkatrails]

@@johnalden5821 Thanks for the name of the county, I couldn't remember which one it was.

[@erikao2876]

@@johnalden5821 agreed

[@jimstoltzfus]

Dixie I love your humility that you’re still surprised to get any kind of celebrity treatment even after amassing 350K+ subscribers and helping (I’d assume) thousands of hikers know how to start backpacking. I’m certainly one - tips and tricks I picked up from you helped me start backpacking again after I hadn’t gone since I was a kid, this time taking my own kids. This series especially is really enjoyable in how it’s shot, edited, narrated, etc.

[@BeeGeeHikes]

Don’t say you’re nobody special, You’re DIXIE! ❤️ I’m learning so much about the FT thanks to you.

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

Just her saying that, and she is sincere; THAT is one of the many things that makes her special.

[@BeeGeeHikes]

@@jimmyjenkins9240 I agree!

[@ChamillahDesigns]

I agree too!

[@hikewithheart]

Come hike the FT. It's awesome!

[@MauraTierney]

@@jimmyjenkins9240 exactly. She is normal and down to earth (nothing like some others who's names shall not be named)

[@jackwyland7733]

Just would like to take a second to tell you how much you've inspired me. I'm 53 and in a July 1st I will be starting the Colorado trail thankyou so much for giving us the real picture of what it takes and we can all do it ❤ 💜 ♥ what you do thanks for everything

[@jenniferwright2829]

When Dixie says "I'm nobody special"! Girl! You're DIXIE and everybody in the hiking community loves you and knows you! You deserve it!

[@kdavis4910]

You're nobody special !?! Girl, you are crazy.

[@RichardJahnkeJeeNz]

Hey that was my SUV at the fancy $5.55 camp site. We made sure to pay exact change that day too just because. Hope you liked your first Twinkie and its been great following the series since meeting you

[@fredstanley5758]

It made me so proud to see how Putnam County treated y’all, that is my Florida although I live closer to the end of your trail in Walton County. Dixie, I’ve been following you since you did the AT, the PCT and then the CDT and have loved every step that you’ve shared with us and I love the mountains and that scenery, however, with being a Florida native and resident I’m gonna have to say that this series is gonna have to be my favorite because it’s my backyard and I’m getting to live it through you! You’re awesome and I love ya, girlie so please don’t ever stop being Dixie! Y’all stay safe, my friend! 🤙

[@lunapluto491]

I love the close up shots you get of the little critters along with the scenery. It really makes you appreciate all of the creatures we share this planet with.

[@goldfieldgary]

Dixie, I love the way you feature the sights, including the wildlife, not neglecting the smaller critters such as insects, arachnids, and their cousins! The respect you show them is returned to you in unexpected ways, such as the kindness with which the local residents showed you. You deserved your zero day!

[@robertbriggs6371]

NOBODY could ever say that you didn't take time to smell the roses and the gators and the frogs and the scorpions and the centipedes and the birds and on and on. Truly amazing time and the photography that helps to reveal the Florida Trail. Thanks a bunch!

[@extremelydave]

Meeting cool people on the trail is one of the best parts of being a hiker. Meeting cool people that take you in and feed you .... man, that's awesome.

[@maureengreen3625]

Not famous?! You’re famous in my house. There’s nothing on TV for me anymore. It’s all crap. But you’re Steve Irwin, Joel Sartore, Cheryl Strayed, Jacque Cousteau, and Joan Embery all tied up with a ribbon and a ‘bama accent. (Ask your mom who those people are - she’ll know.) So happy your vlog is receiving the attention it deserves. And the music! Transporting. Great job, y’all.

[@elderhiker7787]

You and Marty are the best PR for the Florida Trail and the Putnam County folks are the best. This through hike is so different than your other hikes. I am really enjoying this journey. March on.

[@teaciusd2486]

Such a wonderful soul you have Dixie, I've watched as many of your homemade wanderlust videos as I come across, people like you are what makes this world a better place so you just keep on keeping on, may you find happiness at every turn.

[@SarahThompson25]

Dixie, when the borders open you need to come to Vancouver Island (off the coast of BC, Canada) and hike the three big trails here, juan de fuca, north coast, and west coast trail. Each of them takes anywhere from 4-7 days. I may be biased but they are some of the most beautiful trails in the world.

[@finsian3749]

I did the Ocala National Forest section of the Florida Trail in mid March and saw that sign for you at the 88 Store. Glad you found it and got together with the Putnam County officials. They really seem willing to become a trail town and your spending time with them will certainly help that cause. Thank you for that. Its great exposure for the Florida Trail.

[@neilwebster2084]

Like the honesty about the days when you weren't feeling it. Happens to all of us at some time I guess.

[@H2Dwoat]

Hi, it was very kind of them to put you up. It was also very savvy (in a positive way), you have a great group of followers and I can’t think of a better way of promoting their town 👍👍👍.

[@scotte3103]

So glad you're receiving such hospitality, Dixie - you treat everyone (and everything!) you encounter with kindness and respect, it's only fitting that you receive the same!

[@draker1955]

Ah, you are somebody special Dixie. Yours was the first AT through hike video I watched and have followed you ever since. It is wonderful how humble you are. Thanks so much for sharing all the wonderful trail magic, but also all the bugs, critters and noises of the trail.

[@fortuneinternationalsemina3461]

Dixie, we are watching near Gooch Gap on the AT. We are taking. Zero day. You have inspired me to be here. Love You and Thank You for all you do.

[@Don-kr5tp]

Hey Dixie. You are someone special. Putnam County realizes how special you are. My knees don't let me hike long distances anymore. I live vicariously through your adventures. Many others do as well. You are an inspiration to many, and I am sure have motivated many to get off their butts and see "your world" We should all get off the grid on occasion. Many thanks to you.

[@JH-6]

You are an ambassador to hiking community. Its nice you found kind people, not enough of them around

[@josefloridaflatsfishing2478]

Such an inspiring video. Godbless Putnam County and all the amazing trail magic folks. Those "Dixie" signs were real touching . Proves just how much us hikers appreciate and are inspired by your videos Dixie.

[@glendacrouch1877]

Dixie, You someone very special. You are kind, humble, and a very good person. I want to let you know again how much I enjoy your video’s. You let us in your life on the trail,the people you meet, the sights, sounds and simple beauty is never as beautiful as it is when you share it. I have watched all of your videos and LOVE THEM AND YOU! I am also always praying for you! May God continue to bless you!

[@101taiga]

Dixie, so happy to hear Florida is welcoming you in grand style! You may think you’re “nothing special” but you have motivated so many to get out on a trail, as well as inspired other to help out hikers! Kudos to you ✌🏼

[@jennifershepard262]

Dixie, this one’s getting to me. I’ve watched your videos for the past few years and you are without a doubt, one of my favorite KZbin personalities. I’m a hiker who grew up in California. But I’m from Florida, too, and all my people are from Florida, so this one is really hitting me. I’m really enjoying your journey. I must confess that the lack of masks has been…difficult to watch. But if I can pretend we’re not in a pandemic, I can just enjoy your journey and love all those Florida folks and their grits and their trail magic. Hell, I’m probably related to them. You are a treasure, Dixie. Thank you for taking us with you on your journey.

[@Henning_Rech]

She has already got the virus early this year. Which is correlated in both ways to no wearing a mask often enough, then and later.

[@kwcactus]

Hey...your content is on point...no nonsense...no useless meanderings...thankyou...I am an experienced backpacker 68 years...again, thankyou !

[@christineb8148]

I discovered a piece of the trail magic "magic" when I moved to Hoboken NJ (of all places). Like most Americans, I had always lived mostly car-dependent but when I move to Hoboken, I no longer had a car to get around. So I learned life on foot and it is really one of the most transformative shifts, truly epochal, in my life. The pace, the way you observe and interact with other people and your surroundings, instead of flashing past inside a solid box, can connect you to the world you live in in such a more intimate and sympathetic way. You deal with other people in ways that you wouldn't have the chance to if you are driving everywhere, chance encounters that can add so much richness to your day .I think you see that really powerfully in the hiker community because it's a concentration of this human-scaled walking-paced culture and then the communities or "trail towns" start experiencing the ripple effects whether or not they realize the reason behind it. It's going to be hard to leave this area for me because I will miss that way of life, which doesn't really exist in other part of the US to this degree. But I would truly love to see more places in the US and people get to know "walking magic" and reshape communities as a result, because it really changes your world.

[@taramiller2672]

I'm so happy you two are showing the world the Florida trail! I have lived in Florida a long time and it is a very unique place. So many different ecosystems! And, somehow humans and wildlife coexist in harmony. We respect our wildlife! They were here first! We brake for turtles, sand cranes, gators, bears.

[@eddiethehitchhikingmaltipo6754]

I’m not surprised in the least. Small town and rural Florida always shows nothing but love. ❤️

[@mikekeretzman4757]

Excellent video. Dixie, it is your humility on and off the trail that makes you special in the eyes and hearts of others you meet. Trail blessings.

[@keloreilly7017]

Dixie, you ARE special. You deserve ALL of the good stuff that comes your way. You are a kind and thoughtful human being and WE are fortunate to have you doing what you’re doing. Be well and THANKS for all that you do!

[@backyardkayakingcamping8778]

Thank you for inspiring so many people to get out and adventure! Me and my wife definitely fall into that category. Don't count yourself short, you got all the warm welcomes because you brought hiking awareness to a trail that most have never heard of. Thanks for all you do. Keep on keeping on!

[@alanchidley2745]

Thank you Daisy and team. Daisy, you have helped me to put together the final pieces of a 50 year dream. I started hiking 🥾 sections of the PCT when I was young Boy Scout of 12 or 13. At 14 hiking Yosemite to Red's Meadows the dream was born. Now at 64 I want to send a clear message to my 14 grandkids that it's never too late to do big things. There is no way I can express the joy and knowledge I have gained by watching your "how to" videos and documentaries. Thank you for the smiles we get when you see creatures of the wild. PCT 2022 3/15

[@paulkhanna1]

This series is so wholesome. Everyone in Florida seems great!

[@sammidross]

Florida hospitality at its best!!!! So awesome!!!! Prob hard to get picked up hitching after that Monster movie came out...lol... is amazing footage and I’m so excited to watch this journey

[@TheMomentEnds1]

Spent my childhood camping throughout Florida with family and scouts in the 70s... also did 50 miles of AT in Smokey mtns on a scouting trip when I was 12 or so, huge impact. Have traveled far and wide, still under the spell of nature, currently exploring north Idaho :) Grateful

[@EnjoyTheDash24]

Dixie, I have been watching and loving all your videos. I believe that when you open your heart to the world it will open it back to you. That's why the community reached out to help. Keep up the great vids. Hopefully we will cross paths on a trail one day. Keep on trekking.

[@28105wsking]

You are just the best person to ask for advice on how to make a trail town! Who else has as much experience?

[@hikewithheart]

Stoked that you guys found and enjoyed the trail magic! Cheers to your FT journey 👣❤️

[@lbyvik]

DIXIE! There is a big part of this world that ADORES you! So many good, kind people helping good, kind people. You represent what’s good in so much of this world during a crazy time

[@janingham1823]

Hi Dixie and Mardee. I was working on the Ocala National Forest trail section and came across the sign on the bulletin board at store 88 - that the sheriff and Putnam County wanted to welcome you. I’m so glad it all worked out. What a fabulous community. And yes, there is a fabulous Mexican roadside outside restaurant, if you took the blue blaze to salt springs, you would have come across it. Portions are huge and it is delicious!!!

[@jeanninecaland530]

That is some amazing nature! Last week I did a section of a trail here in the Netherlands and experienced some trail magic for the first time. I was trying to pitch my tent in very stormy and rainy weather, when an older guy came to me and invited me for coffee in his caravan. Turned out he and his wife used to go bike packing when they were young. They helped me pitch my tent just behind their caravan, out of the wind and invited me for dinner. People are so nice and generous! Usually it's very hard for me to except help, but I heard your voice in my head: You just don't turn down trail magic!

[@NickEDowning]

You choked me up to see that Florida welcomed you so warmly. The Florida trail just popped up high on my bucket list!

[@davidson_oldbull_sectionhiker]

Dixie you and Marty are truly blessed and I was moved at hearing about all of the people who treated you as family along the way. I hope you have a great weekend and I look forward to your next video. God Bless

[@marcohanig176]

You ARE special! Without question you are one of the kindest, most thoughtful people EVER. You have a unique ability to connect with the people you meet on trail and with your followers. No wonder everyone wants to meet you and is glad to extend themselves for you!

[@mikaelhiller5799]

What an amazing video. Thanks for continuing to inspire us all. I'm so glad you got to see Alexander, probably my favorite spring. It was refreshing to see all the Florida hospitality... welcome signs, dinners, and of course the cold beers! Cheers!

[@hopfrogg9599]

Being SOBO I saw those signs they put out for you before you got there and was wondering how it was gonna play out. Glad I got to see it!

[@rudekperezacupuncturist]

What cool synchronicity experiences you've been having, and the Putman County treat was admirable. Thanks for showcasing the FL Trail.

[@janschautz1965]

Dixie you are a special person. I started watching you a year ago and became addicted to your videos when you hiked the AT. Actually you got me so interested in the AT and I finally put my feet on it this past year. Me and my husband hiked to Charlie’s bunion. I wasn’t sure how I would do but I made it and I loved it. So to say this, I am a Florida girl. I live just off the Florida trail in suwannee county and was raised in the small town of white springs which the trail runs right through the middle of the town. I don’t know how far you are into the trail. I just found this today. I hope to see you along the trail. I would love to give you guys a ride if you need it. Safe travels to you both ❤️❤️❤️

[@camillewandelt2932]

Thanks Dixie, for sharing your adventures on the trail AND with these amazing nice people you meet everywhere!

[@EverlastingDream328]

I am a geocacher and I've been on random parts of the FL trail...never knew that trail magic existed -that is so cool! Also, super sweet that Putnam County did that! Good to know that they're trying to build a trail town there. You are important to the back-packing/hiking community with your knowledge, experience, and thoughtfulness! Thanks for all your time & effort into these videos & sharing your love of the outdoors - it's truly inspiring :)

[@sanders1147]

Dixie, this was such a cool video to watch. Putnam County is my home, born and raised, and I love that they treated you so well. I have recently come to enjoy hiking and my first goal is to complete the Florida Trail in Putnam County. It was so cool watching you highlight the area and to see some of the same places I've enjoyed on my day hikes. Happy trails and who knows, maybe one day i'll run in to you.

[@martinparmer]

Wow, what great people you've met along the way. I'll go out of my way in the future to visit Putnam county and spend some time and money there. The welcome they did for yall is over the top.

[@robinwarner345]

Awe Dixie, you are someone special and you guys deserved that 0day in Puttnum! Look at all the thousands of people who follow you. You inspire so many, myself and family included. We love you and we love watching your adventures. Don't ever stop! 💚 Sending love from Michigan, keep on trekking 💚

[@UncaDave]

Haven’t hiked the FT but a lot of day hikes in the swamps and prairies, etc. It’s a fascinating area of different eco-systems and I agree, many good people to meet along the way! You are really doing a great job promoting the FT. THANK YOU!

[@toonachris]

Dang Dixie! The production value in your videos is just awesome!!!! Every year I watch a number of thru hikers make their journeys and I try to enjoy their videos. A number of them have the same old music in weird spots and way too loud. This really ruins the video. But your videos are wonderful. The music and how it is placed in the videos is not only pleasant but also very natural. I just wanted to say hi and thank you for all your hard work! Enjoy the trail!

[@stevenvarner9806]

The biker at mile 500 must have been following the early highway called the Old Spanish Trail. Most of it later became US 80, US 290, and US 90. The PCT crosses it at Boulder Oaks CG, and the CDT crosses it in Lordsburg. It went though San Diego, Phoenix, Tucson, Deming, El Paso, San Antonio, Houston, New Orleans, Mobile, Tallahassee, Jackson, and St. Augustine. The old road through eastern Florida was the "Dixie Highway."

[@imaginefaraway]

I'm too introverted to comment much or often, but wow, I have to cause that town that was trying to build a hikers friendly atmosphere and services was really something awesome. I love to hear about communities like that. And to see a starting point of endeavor like that it's pretty awesome. It was really great to see. :)

[@donnienewman9141]

That's incredible the way they're treating you and how they want Backpackers. I've never been to Florida. Put it on the bucket list! :o)

[@denisjones4361]

My dad is hat law enforcer, and we love tour channel!!

[@keltait]

I just found you last night and im loving watching this FL trail series. I miss FL - its underrated for sure. Wildlife is amazing there. Im too afraid to do through hikes and camp alone but i do 18 mile day hikes a couple times a week. Maybe one day ill have more courage!

[@Jackalopestravels]

I’m backpacking/camping in the Florida swamp watching you do the same before I go to sleep tonight. Honestly, I can’t think of a better way to watch your video. It’s fun to watch you go to all of these places that I’m familiar with, and some that I’m not. I’m very happy that things have been good for you here.

[@jameshudson7053]

Awesome girl! Glad your in FL. Me and my family live in west Orlando..

[@sillylilly4794]

I hate when it ends. I can't wait for the next one. These take me someplace I wish I could experience. Thank you Dixie, and thanks to all who make this trail so wonderful.

[@davidterrie7661]

Thanks for lifting my spirits. I'd seen some upsetting stuff on social media, and turned to your video for respite. Know that when you are feeling down, your fans are with you in spirit, cheering you on.

[@stevefoster5169]

hey Dixie, you are someone special. you have done more to get people out on the trail than anyone else that I can think of. I intend to hike the AT next year largely because you have rekindled my long time desire to do so... thank you for being so genuine

[@baskets8429]

awesome video Dixie!!! your making me one day hike the FL trail who knows , but really enjoying these videos looks like lots to see there and some great hiking in the sunny state

[@lindab8774]

Dixie, I love your videos so much. You are entertaining, funny, humble and seem super nice. I just came back from a 6 week trip to FL, and had dinner in Palatka. I didn’t realize the FL trail went through there. You really are shining a positive light on that state. Be well and stay safe. Looking forward to future videos.

[@michaellatham9737]

Trail magic is everywhere. Once you've been apart of it, it never leaves you!

[@suzannehedderly1331]

GREAT video! Has it all--beautiful scenery, cool critters, great stories and people, MarDe freakin' out...😂. Thanks for the longer video. A 2hr one would be great so I could pop some popcorn and settle in for some vicarious living. 😄 Thanks Aaron!

[@518outdoors6]

What an amazing episode! Everything was awesome; The scenery, wildlife, music, people, stories and of course Dixie’s perspective. Thank you!

[@johngrossbohlin7582]

There were many things about this video that made me smile... I'm a veteran long distance bicycle tourist and we share the experience of having chance encounters with interesting people; hearing critters complaining about being eaten while in the Everglades back country; and having an unanticipated experience that rejuvenates you after days of drudgery. All good stuff!

[@rainonyourparade]

Dixie. I love all your videos, thank you for creating. Keep it going! This Florida magic video had me crying tears of joy throughout. I’d nominate it for an award if I could. Thanks for inspiring us. Safe travels.

[@mikeroy6713]

I love Ocala. Those white sandy trails are great for night hiking. I never swam in Alexander springs but many times have soaked my steam’n feet. Thanks so much for sharing your adventure. You can tell us about the coffin when you’re able to talk about it.

[@otbmikesrides1476]

What a beautiful video. The kindness of the folks along the way is amazing. We were touched by your experiences and by how you always express your gratitude. You’re my favorite KZbinr. Your courage and humility give this old man hope for your generation.

[@dudestuff3352]

I live in Florida and have walked some of the Florida Trail. I am so happy that you are experiencing the best parts of Florida, and by the way Dixie, you are special. I've followed your hikes for years and have enjoyed every step of the way. Stay safe and never stop exploring. BTW, stay away from those rattlesnakes.

[@ChrisSunHwa]

Dixie, it occurs to me that you may still have some of the after-effects of COVID (besides not being able to smell) without realizing it and that could be why you've been feeling in a funk lately. Hope you feel better soon.

[@Redsquirl30]

was thinking the exact same thing

[@emilyhunt6467]

Oh my goodness!!! One of my favorite restaurants! I would have been in total shock seeing you there that night if I had known. I actually probably drove right past you that day!!! So happy that you experienced a great day in Palatka FL. Great to see all the stuff you are finding on the Florida Trail. Keep it up!!!

[@ChamillahDesigns]

OMG... Love these videos of you on the Florida trail. I am a Floridian and I have camped in the middle of nowhere many times where I was woken by to what sounded like an alligator feeding on something. One time I woke up to what sounded like a wild boar eating a chicken. One time I was woken by coyotes howling and another time I was woken by what sounded like a Yeti growling LOL. Love the synchronicity of the number 5:55 as a camping fee. ❤️ Dixie I think its the magic that follows you because you are special. 🙂 Let me know when you all get near the Tallahassee area I can do some trail magic for you guys. 🙂

[@nellers31]

I didn't know about the Florida trial until you mentioned it a few years ago. I live the next town over from Pensacola Beach/ Ft. Pickens where the trail ends/begins! If our bridge was fixed, I'd come cheer you on at the end!

[@rvboondocker2559]

Thanks guys! Just did a bit of section hike or few on the AT inspired by YOU!!!!

[@Bmans1959]

I’m surprised that you haven’t been approached for a reality TV show. I’d rather watch you on your adventures than some of the other reality shows. 👌👍 Stay safe love. 🕊🕊🕊

[@perrymartin5529]

The big and the small, magic for all. Always a pleasure.

[@brucetepke8150]

I really like the music you've been working into these recent episodes.

[@colinsellar8409]

Wow, was not expecting that town's greeting. So glad they rolled out the red carpet for you, and that they are trying to become a trail town. So cool!

[@sassywolf1]

The real trail magic is meeting all those wonderful people

[@tez310574]

HEY DIXIE,A big hello from the land down under,I hang on all the informative info u have to offer on thru hiking,so much so u have inspired me to start getting my gear together and start hiking,I only wish we had as good a trails as u guys do,im in Aww of the places u get to hike,Thank u for the time u take to put this content up,BTW,love the accent.

[@Henning_Rech]

www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/ And if you can travel to NZ, there is the Te Aroroa.

[@ruthiebeth1]

I’m always so excited to settle in and watch another video from you, and this one was extra special. I love that you show so much respect for the littlest critters with your closeup filming - everything is beautiful in its own way. Thank you for this incredible series!

[@kathleenbutler8879]

Heart warming and great to see Floridians are providing a "down home" welcome!

[@jenmary99]

I bet our own little ol' Dixie County would give you a big welcome too, if it was on the Florida Trail, but it is a pretty big detour. Turn left at the Suwannee and paddle down towards the Gulf. Superb kayak camping!

[@robertfrost5161]

Watching your hike and the kindness of others restores a persons faith in humanity. Thanks for sharing. Have a great hike and stay safe.

[@Maydoggie]

Hey Dixie, when I'm in a funk I remind myself that I'll feel better soon. When I'm zippity doo da happy, I remind myself that it won't last forever. Keeps me grounded.

[@coffeeneone]

Great as always! I hope your adventure really jump starts the hiker community along the FT! I hope people seeing this see this as an opportunity to get in on the ground level and help build things like hostiles, shelters, hiker re-supply shops etc along the trail. Having knowledgeable drivers like Ron Brown who helps AT hikers, would be amazing in Florida! Anyway, thank you for what you are doing, and fingers crossed 🤞

[@KimberlyGreen]

Smiley-face spider, turnin' that frown upside down at 30:16 . Kinda the theme of this episode.

[@lastFLnative]

Thank you Dixie for highlighting the good parts of Florida and not just what the media portrays us as. Beautiful video and safe travels!!!!