“I didn’t PLAN on so many EMOTIONS today!”- Life on the Appalachian Trail

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Hi, I’m Maddie! Celebrating an outdoor adventure with a beer has been a long-time tradition for me, and I wanted to create a platform for like-minded folks to come together. In my videos, I cover all types of adventures and review beer! Topics include day hiking, kayaking, travel, thru-hiking, and life on the road. In short, if you would describe yourself as an outdoorist, outdoorsman, outdoorswoman, hiker trash, nomad, or dirtbag, come on along, this is the channel for you! Welcome and cheers!
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[@tomellis3218]

I don’t think I am good enough of a word smith to describe your personality; incredibly intelligent, articulate, empathetic, attractive, perceptive, and a wonderful storyteller; you’re just one pretty cool lady.😊

[@VivianInTheOC]

Ditto

[@paulaalekson4109]

Agreed! You rock, Maddie!

[@janmariolle]

What a lovely comment.❤

[@Janetwarren-v7p]

For sure she is the best at all of the above ❤

[@jetv1471]

Agreed ! ❤

[@robcolwell5696]

Your dedication to documenting your thru-hike is mind-boggling. The editing, photography (shots), and on-camera charisma are sensational. Best of luck.

[@sherryzee2634]

I just want to say how kind you come through. I simply love the sweetness of your heart. And, I'm thankful your grandfather walks with you

[@brucehiggason4656]

That was a touching and poignant moment when you walked past the phone on the trail. I met your grandfather several times over the last few years. He was a very nice gentleman. He passed only a short time before my mother did in April. He was only a year or so older than her. They both lived full and wonderful lives with families that loved and miss them very much. I am sorry for your loss.

[@SteveCChapman]

Say hi to Darryl Hall of Hall & Oates when you pass through Pawling. 🤣 I can’t go for that, no can do. 🤣

[@Janetwarren-v7p]

Thanks! I watched this again was busy last time . You are authentic for sure🎉

[@SpacemanXC]

Loss is the hardest thing I've ever had to deal with. My best friend died in 2019. Friends since high school. We did everything together. It's been years and I still can't believe he's gone. My heart goes out to everyone who's lost someone they love.

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

Thank you for sharing that. My heart goes out to you 🤍

[@pegspun]

I loved watching this! I cried when you said you would call your grandpa… that was simply beautiful🤍 Looking forward to next video, and thank you so much for taking us along.

[@kathrynbaker5188]

It was so sweet to hear about Grampa.

[@JulieJordanScott]

Your pre-NYC recap was so illuminating. I especially appreciate your candor about all your emotions, from grief and sadness to exhilaration to deep honoring of yourself and your friends to the practicalities of the day… to realistic and forward looking goals. I also enjoy seeing these parts of the AT close to my home. I might be old and clearly not in the best shape, but I plan to begin doing 1/2 section and then section hikes in the Fall. My 91 year old Mom died yesterday and she and my Dad were big time geocachers and site stewards in Northern Arizona. It’s almost like the trail and it’s healing properties are calling me.

[@sarahsundstrom1425]

This is by far the best KZbinr I've stumbled on I've done the trail before and you are really bringing it right down to its merit Really really enjoying you I may just start from the beginning!😂

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

Thank you so much!!

[@janmariolle]

❤May the wind be at your back. Thank you for these beautiful videos.

[@nancyolesin9389]

Love the part with the gentle rain on the canoes. Wish I was on the trail with ya

[@sarahsiskin6780]

I have only followed you on a different platform and now I have just found this! I have to go back to the beginning

[@missionaries7575]

For years I’ve said there’s healing in nature

[@kudlakp]

You have the best intros!

[@HeathersHikesAndAdVANtures]

I just love your whole spirit and vibe! You are a good egg, Maddie!

[@lindagiammarco2687]

The lake and sunset were beautiful. You got to get a face bug net. Those mosquitoes are a terror.

[@woodchip2782]

You’re a tough nut! I admire you, your dedication to your goals is exemplary. Thanks for the lesson…😊

[@dougwoods9885]

That was a great shot of the lake upside down. Looking great you got this

[@_andy_gibb_]

I had no idea you could take a train into NYC from the AT - that's so cool! I can only imagine what a culture shock it must be though... (I'm so impressed you put together these videos on your phone!)

[@jennifercocharan4526]

JUst try is showing y'all up. ;) walking is a way to talk to God and it helps thru suffer. Those emotional outbursts are very important. That's what hikes are about. Natural releases. Also.....its different at stages in our lives.....and that is amazing to watch thru the hikes. I love that part the most. How each hike is unique and their own. I'm so jealous

[@cinramirez8627]

I live vicariously through you at this point. I love how adventurous you are! Keep on keeping on, girl. And where’s the beer? 🤔

[@moss787]

17:47 🍺

[@katestewart6274]

I'd call my sister. I miss her so much.

[@kathleenanderson5030]

Your descriptions are so real and beautiful!

[@ribotadesajambre7061]

Love and appreciate your narration Ranger. Safe travels.🧭🥾🗺

[@edwardgwilcoxjr7232]

Ranger backpacking the 2023 AT thru hike along with tramily. Perfection! Way to go Maddie! Loving the emotion feeling that you carry for your Grandpa on your journey to Katahdin in the forest green mountains. Rainey start and great pics. Wow a different tent awesome. 🏕️ Yummy yum yum calorie up. Bug net for sure! Thanks for sharing. 🧘‍♀️🏕️👣🏔️

[@annwroblewski2668]

I sure do enjoy your videos, Maddie. Maybe videography will be your main profession, your camera work/editing is great!

[@bigbranch1]

Yes indeed....keep on hiking....may the good luck find you....Thanks.

[@karaleemanning27]

Loved seeing the lily pads and flowers! And the Big tree, the mushrooms on the sign!!

[@lark518Photo]

Cool video, you had a rough start but then a great time.

[@sallys2423]

I loved, loved, LOVED that leaf skeleton you found!

[@jennifercarmack2405]

I loved this video just like I love them all but if I had to pick my favorite thing it would be the camera flip at the lake. Very pretty, it was a cool touch! ❤

[@MaryPonder]

You can talk to your grandfather all along the trail not just at the phone. Thanks for sharing all of your ups and downs. You’re awesome.

[@Kay-dp3kg]

Totally enjoying your adventure on the AT😀

[@SunFL]

“Just one of those things, I guess!” 🙏❤️🌟

[@bearclaw5115]

Love the inversion at 6:56. I was fooled for a sec!

[@dawnsteisslinger353]

Maddie you are such an amazing person. I’m so glad I’ve been able to watch your videos and see all the beautiful things you have shown us. Loved the mushroom . That leaf that you spun around that almost looked like a spiderweb. So cool. Your really in touch with nature and it shows in your videos. So love it. Also the videoing on the train. Ok ok how about all that you video. The ups and downs. The telephone got me especially when you talked about your Grandpa. So very sweet and glad you had time to think of him because of that. No one else to interrupt your feelings and train of thought. So very sweet!❤

[@LadySlippersHikes]

I had one of my favorite evenings on trail at Canopus Lake, which transitioned into my biggest blood donation to all those mosquitos! Thanks for sharing, Ranger. ✌️& Happy Trails, Slippers

[@ClaireAdare-zi9nn]

You inspired me to read A Walk in the Woods, but you know what? You are way better than that book!!! Thank you for taking the time to take us on your journey.

[@robertknowles2699]

Sure as a few wood tips for Katz’s and Bill Bryson’s acquaintance, Mary Ellen .

[@1z1zmike]

Everything’s going to be ok!🙏🙂

[@vannerdherd]

Would you look at that, your channel is GROWING!!! That's sooooo awesome!

[@jeannenimmo5]

"Our story doesn't end - it lives on in the wind. It is our forever."(Libba Bray). Your grandpa is with you. Be well, stay safe. 🥾

[@ellenbarnard4189]

Hi Maddy. I’m loving your long videos. It’s the best through hike I’ve never been on!!! I look forward to yours videos and really enjoy the scenery , your comments and everything. Thank you thank you.

[@ParadiseTCG]

Love following your journey

[@thexxit]

I'm very similar to you - I hate the feeling of burdening others or being an incovenience. I'm glad it all worked out! Your friends wouldn't have left you that easily!

[@katievolk5368]

So calming and soothing to my soul you are such a sweet soul I can't do what your doing to weak so this makes me happy

[@papa-paul-uk]

You are doing great, can you extend your deadline a little so you can go at an enjoyable pace? Your grandpa would be soooooo proud x

[@dixielambrecht7009]

If you can stand the strong smell vicks vapor rub keeps the bugs away. Beautiful scenery; thank you for sharing.

[@resourcefulqueen]

Hum, this is the first time I have heard of that. I will have to try it. I like the smell. 😊

[@scotbotvideos]

Hey, Ranger, that spring is a metaphor for life: one life generates many, many lives to come. Just as the grandfather you miss so much sprung forth your parent, who sprung forth you, and then you'll spring forth your own lakes going forward. And some day your granddaughter will speak lovingly of the grandmother she once had the pleasure of knowing.

[@Janetwarren-v7p]

Thanks!

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

Thank you!!

[@Janetwarren-v7p]

Thanks Ranger alot of people are loving you dear ranger your a hit here ty again

[@oldguyriders]

Interesting video. Nice hiking scenes. Can’t imagine how you tolerate the mosquitos and gnats in the woods - that must take a lot of fortitude to cope with. Stay safe, have fun!

[@Vizzini_KungFu]

I’m sorry to hear about your nannu, he must’ve been a really good man to have left such an impact on you. Keep going Maddie! No doubt you’re making him proud.

[@brandonwinstead7137]

I was sitting there thinking how touching the phone message idea was and I was kinda tearing up thinking about what that would be like. Then cut to you crying and I lost it 😭 ❤

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

Aww! Big hugs to you!

[@brandonwinstead7137]

@@BeerinBeautifulPlaces 🤗

[@pyronymph-868]

Aww Telephone of the Wild is such a healing experience.😢💗🥺

[@Get_Some_Nature]

Quite the contrast to my time in New York last year. You seem to be having more fun. You should try burning lavender incense sticks to keep the bugs away at camp. They are $1 at Walmart in the candle isle. Check for a bugnet in the camping section also.

[@marian96ful]

Haha I can relate to New York feeling weird after so much nature. My family and I took a roadtrip through some national parks and then flew to New York. Absolutely hated it because of the stark contrast. I would like to go again to see if I feel differently. Also your observation about loss is so true. My grandpa died a few years again and I try not to think about him, because almost whenever I do, I cry. Really miss than man. Whising you all the best!

[@jimmymalone3494]

Ranger you are doing a great job on your hiking .I am enjoy it so much and good luck to you.

[@robertdesrosiers4743]

go ranger you got it be well be blessed 'feathers'

[@cc-camper-lady]

Hugs... so sorry about your grandpa Maddie. You're doing great! Thanks for the update... 🌸

[@jetv1471]

You make the BEST observations of nature in ur videos!

[@jetv1471]

Watching my best hiker vlogger!! ❤❤ I’m so sorry about your grandfather 😢😢😢😢

[@ChriscoInMaine]

I think you're very cute and I love that you are so sweet and doing your thing 💕 Please continue being such a positive person and hiking 🥾 ✌️ If you ever make it to Maine, and want to eat a real meal, feel free to message and I'll gladly go out and buy you a meal 💜❤️ Please stay safe 🙏

[@ChriscoInMaine]

I miss my grandparents so much too 😭 Take care hun

[@kristalann1973]

Oh my gosh…I got tears in my eyes when you said you would call your grandpa on The Phone in the Forest😢I would actually choose to do the same…OMG that big beautiful tree on the trail❤yum that cheese danish beats the heck outta a honey bun anyday❤happy your Tramily waited for you!

[@Coloradomo]

I absolutely love your channel. I'm going to thru hike the AT in 2024

[@jasonjones5213]

Thanks for another awesome video.

[@suehayes7891]

I'm not sure how I found your channel but it was recently and I'm so glad I did! Since I haven't been watching your Appalachian Trail adventures from the beginning, I will eventually get back to the beginning and watch from there. This episode in particular was very touching and hit me at a particularly vulnerable time. My friend's son passed away unexpectedly at the age of 33 and a telephone connected to nothing, on the trail, in the woods, by a stream was magical and poignant. I'm sorry for the loss of your grandpa but you know he's watching over you and loving being along with you on this adventure of a lifetime.

[@SolBol1]

You're an amazing person and have such great energy. I'm sure everyone you know would be and are proud of you! You have lots of people supporting you!

[@johanagranada2845]

I appreciate your rawness & send you a tight squeeze. Thank you for these videos, i love them ❤!

[@RC_0669]

I really felt the emotion with that phone and missing your grandpa. I'm sure it's hard not getting to tell him about your adventures but he is with you. Glad you got to go to NYC. I'm sure it's overwhelming for a typical tourist but a group that has been isolated on the trail for months had to be really over the top! Can't wait to hear more about it in your long form video next week. :)

[@mikepowers1196]

Loved the video. Much love from Damascus,va aka Trail Town usa

[@johnmys5am]

Love

[@DaveJosephs-k8e]

Seeing you and the gang on the streets of NYC is pretty surrealistic! And the only time on this trip that you'll get to do your climbing in an elevator:)

[@samleon4679]

So glad you got to see our local Canopus lake … it’s a beautiful peaceful place that we enjoy year round (well maybe spring summer and fall) :)

[@lindiemoon]

I was in NYC in July and completely fell in Love with the city. And I’m not really a city person but would love love love to go back.

[@m.hernandez1404]

U r a beest!

[@nicholasgilbertson7161]

Looks like a blast! Have fun!

[@misslindalou6479]

Okay, so you're going to NYC "tomorrow".... well something tells me that NYC will be exciting for the first 5 minutes, then the crowds will be overwhelming, you might feel like a fish out of water walking around Times Square with your backpack .... but I'm thinking you'll make the most of it and have an awesome time anyway. 😉

[@lenaleodotter2725]

Your first cheese danish? Omg where have you been? In the south

[@jamesmartin4857]

It is our need to try and not impose on friends especially if we are not as fast or rich or whatever.Most of the time it is just us worried about it and not our friends..It took a long time to get to that point in my own head....

[@larryoutdoor]

My father used to say. "Everything is not as bad as it seems." RIP Jan 15, 2010

[@tvtoms]

Holy anxiety inducing crowds, Batman! Gotham is one hefty apple.

[@Itzvinnyboii]

I love hiking myself I go up to the upper peninsula and hike 15-20 miles some days I would like to do the Lake Superior trail that’s how I found you channel by researching it I have a question do you guys get blazed when you hike lol sorry if not but I love to smoke when I go hiking ;) have a good one Maddy u are a very good positive person

[@cheesecake1003]

You got a new tent! Awesome!

[@kgsavedbyfaithgrace1603]

Not sure if you're aware of it but they have real cheap netting that you could put over your head and it's got a drawstring around the neck, at least it will keep the bugs out of your eyes ears and nose. God bless you and yours and all my brothers and sisters!😇

[@Overtheseathroughthehill]

Keep going you’re amazing!!

[@1dancier]

I haven't used a train in years too, but since they've capped the daily travel costs in Victoria Oz, I'm on the train most weekends with my bicycle. Only way to do NY justice is to walk the place, but that's that's not going to happen when coming off trail to rest.

[@jimschlabachpeacefuloutdoo7327]

You are awesome. Gangster!

[@Janetwarren-v7p]

Boost these i do on Facebook i do wonder if you can ...? Reach alot of people i repost them. Well spoken

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

Thank you for sharing my videos!!!

[@joemabry9643]

Thank you!

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

Welcome!

[@lindiemoon]

Coffee makes everything better (and hopefully hot water to boil that retianer😅) … the lake was beautiful, but omg those mosquitoes!

[@nros5020]

Have you considered doing some adventures with a fellow van? Caravan

[@swirlytwirl1089]

You came to Australia?! When? ... did you vlog it?

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

In 2018, sadly it was before I started making videos! Hopefully I can go back soon though, I loved it!

[@gwenwallace6175]

Wish I had thought of this before now…a neck fan would have helped keep cool but also keep the bugs at bay from your face and neck area. You probably don’t have the space in your backpack but the majority of the time it would have been around your neck.. oh well, your almost done!!!

[@lindiemoon]

Okay third comment because I’m a weirdo… but so excited I have 18 more videos to catch up on! 18!! Woohoo 🎉

[@dougholmes8468]

I want to join your tramily!! PLZZZ🙏🙏🙏

[@edhespin4104]

I probably would have passed on New York. I spent a lot of time there for work, grew up in Chicago so I've experienced big cities enough for this life time. I do miss the food of Chicago and New York. Both great but different. Thanks for your effort filming and sharing. Thumbs 👍

[@jamesmartin4857]

Is vanilla still with y'all.

[@BeerinBeautifulPlaces]

He’s ahead about 100-150 miles

[@jetv1471]

Grand central : it’s Grand , and it’s Central ..

[@yesidtac7863]

Hooo suele pasar