This was stressful…the process of beginning a SOBO CDT Thru Hike

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[@wandering_butnotlost]

So so stoked for you!! Thanks for taking us along, see you on the trail!

[@southernlife6584]

Have a blast! We'll enjoy the journey with you.

[@martinwelch5774]

Sending vibes for an epic CDT experience for you all

[@ndan3746]

The huckleberry crisp with huckleberry ice cream is heavenly

[@gt4674b]

Good luck on trail! Also glad Tripod is on this trip, always been my fav of your friends. Super chill and go with the flow. Seems like he’d be a cool dad someday too.

[@jessicabrown8088]

Can’t wait to follow along!

[@librab103]

This is going to be an awesome hike! I am glad you found your missing tripod. Glacier National Park is just out of this world.

[@MjVanCamping]

Good luck and safe hiking! Looking forward to your updates! Enjoy!! Have fun!!!

[@sthnguy779]

Sending trail magic from the Heysen Trail in Southern Australia 🌤

[@davidcamp3598]

Have a great hike, Kelly. Karol and I will be following along.

[@rosemarymcleod4074]

The excitement begins! Can’t wait to see it.

[@MoonShadow74]

I've got goose bumps watching this video just thinking about how excited you guys must be at the start of an epic trip.

[@dazewithdaisy]

So excited for you!!! Much LoVe!!! I start my thru hike of the CT on the 10th of July!!! So stoked!!! -daisy

[@gerrylake]

The only thing better than planning a hike is hiking itself. The best part for me was the mileage chart at 9:12. Good luck, KHH!

[@danielcgomez]

All the best Kelly! ...Will be following along with your progress! Enjoy it!

[@severecracker3640]

This is going to be exciting to watch. Rooting for you

[@jeffreypauch4731]

So excited for you and your friends that you finally got started on the CDT. You got this! I did catch Peg Leg’s article in the Trek and saw you in the picture with her and the crew. Best of luck to you all. We look forward to each Vlog!

[@andrewdorsett2160]

I know, by the time I see this, you're already well on your way. But I want to wish you a wonderful adventure and blessed days ahead.

[@johnwoodley-kb8yp]

hey Kelly have fun and b safe. thanks for taking us along.

[@josephbrown-ut9ty]

Good Luck Kelly, Peg Leg and Tripod. Hope yall have a safe and Amazing Journey.

[@keniakennedy9016]

Happy trails, looking forward to your adventure! My son moved to that area a few months back, works for the forestry department…..lots of trail work and clearing of downed trees. He loves Montana and the people, spending most of his off days backpacking. 🤗🏃‍♀️👣

[@maxmillion4216]

Stay safe out there Kelly.....I hope the weather's good for you.

[@dannystephenshiking951]

Good Luck Kelly! Hike safe and have fun. 🦉

[@stanthemanhikes2965]

Hi Kelly glad you got to spend those couple days with Tonya and Zobes at the start of your trip. I’ll be there in a couple of days for a week. Hope your hike is going great!!

[@rockytopwrangler2069]

... 07:14 ... Squirrel !! ... Onwards ,, it's hiking time .... Stay Safe .....

[@stpetie7686]

I'm looking forward to following this hike, Good luck, Kelly and crew.

[@user-David-Alan]

Good luck. Hope it is working well for you. Stay safe and have fun. Can't wait for the episodes.

[@user-jc8re8gr6x]

I can't wait to see how this trail goes for you kelly. I loved the Appalachian trail hike you did! Good luck & stay safe! 🙏 Diane from NY

[@dananna8614]

Good luck Kelly, what an adventure 💪😄 We are hiking in Sweden at this moment, 2800 km, you inspire us ♥️ ♥️🥾🥾♥️♥️

[@jerrydelyea5820]

Hey kid!!! Keep doing what you do. I see so many girls with channels that feel they must show some skin to be in the game. I love how you edit, your feel is completely natural and becoming. Been subbed for a few years…. Because of how you carry yourself. Much respect. Jerry, near Glacier National Park in BC Canada. ✌️🇨🇦. Looking forward to the rest of your trip.

[@rangerinthewoods]

You're gonna need a bit more than 3 days to explore Montana. When you're done with the CDT, you should do one of your travel jobs up there. Have a great hike.

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

At last. Blessings on you and your travel mates!

[@wildernessrunner210]

So exciting, this is the first realtime thru hike since I subscribed! Also huckleberries are the best ❤ prayers for safe travels and an awesome time!

[@CindyTaylor-mr4wf]

Woohoo!!! So excited!!! Thank you for sharing your experience with us!!!

[@tandyjenkins7495]

I’m so happy for you. Have fun and stay safe.

[@kellyfromiowa1849]

Let the hiking begin!!!! Hoo, Hoo!!!

[@wrenatah814]

Can't wait to watch your adventure!! 🏔️🏞️

[@funtimevideos2160]

Thanks for taking us along with your videos. I'm excited !

[@lalasteen3860]

Can’t wait! Wishing you the best and have an awesome time!

[@soulproprietorDan]

How exciting!! I hope you have a great trek!

[@TammyCleveland-n2l]

So excited for you! Can't wait until the next video! Have an awsome time!!!!

[@lvm3487]

Good luck on the CDT! Excited for you and your friends. I enjoy your videos.

[@alanpareis734]

After the lengthy comment I left on the previous Ultimate Glacier... video I will try to be brief this time. Thanks again for taking us along on what will be our 2nd armchair thru-hike of the CDT. (First time with Matt - 1st Church of Masochist Hikes- 2022-23. When you have time and electricity to spare on your hike, lol you can check out his channel if you don’t already know of him. So thank you again, for your fabulous coverage of my fav place Glacier National Park. Both Lea and I wish you safe travels and hiking. Don’t forget to make and have your group always make noise on the trail so the Grizzlies always are warned of your passing through their territory. God Bless and God Speed before the Colorado snow hits.

[@brianthomas3465]

@@alanpareis734 I'd hate to see the last message 🤣

[@williamwallace1548]

Safe travels! Looking forward to following along on your journey. 😎

[@richardross7219]

Everything new is stressful but, with experience the stress is less each time. Have fun. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick

[@KyleTurnerSF]

Hope you have an awesome traverse of Glacier Park and beyond.

[@jasonjones5213]

Cool video, My sister was just in East Glacier and St. Mary's yesterday

[@claramullen]

Safe travels to you Kelly i hope you have a fantastic hike.❤

[@chrispowell1756]

Enjoy your journey my friend

[@MattAK]

Good luck! I did a 6 mile hike yesterday and want to die today so not that jealous of a CDT hike right now lol. I'll enjoy your hike from the couch.

[@BackcountryExposure]

Excited for you, Kelly!

[@shawnlewis389]

So excited to follow you and your crew on KZbin during this trip. Thanks for sharing your trip via video.

[@brianthomas3465]

I'm so glad tripod is with you ❤ have fun and be safe. I'll be looking for a kittyhawk sighting 😂

[@Daddy-Daughter-shadow-camping]

Be safe sistuh!! Prayers

[@timlawson4314]

Good luck and be safe.

[@skatman1837]

Permits situation always suck. Glad you got it figured out and getting started. Happy Hiking!!

[@brucefarris4734]

Stay safe! I admire your adventurous courage…..your strength and beauty!

[@carolwerner3881]

This is going to be a great hike to watch!! Enjoy every minute and we'll be watching, be SAFE!!

[@lisasescapades]

I’m so excited to watch this hike. I love Glacier. 😊

[@Victory1981]

Godspeed! Happy Trails!

[@sandrap3047]

That huckleberry shake looked so good! Wish you the best of luck Kelly Hays! Excited to watch your hike on the CDT!

[@chaddventures]

You've got this!

[@christineandpup]

🎉excited to share your journey with you!

[@88rockhopper]

Good luck Kelly. Have Fun!

[@Victory1981]

I look forward to the videos.

[@cachemacstrailtime]

I look forward to watching your journey. Especially the Wind Rivers section. I hiked that last year. So many blow downs and water crossings.

[@edwardvillate2112]

😂 Happy 😊 Trails 🎉 best of 🤞 LUCK !!!

[@roamingoldredneck2819]

Go get em ! Good luck

[@littlehouseadventures3426]

Good luck! Stay safe! HAVE FUN!

[@johnwilliams640]

Great video as always. Kelly your great at making videos. Good luck & stay safe. Thanks

[@joycebricker3814]

I biked up the going to the sun road I didn’t make it clear to the top on my non e bike the wildfires caused the air quality to be horrible. I did about 12 miles

[@turragorman59]

Good luck!!

[@0zthehikingsailor]

She always makes nice videos. I will definitely be watching this series even thou I will go northbound in 2026. Good luck Kelly.

[@richardthorne2804]

I’m excited for you and your friends and a little jealous 🎉❤

[@shammusomalley8986]

I thru hiked the AT, and done long sections of the PCT. Among other long hikes. I know what it takes to get on the trail, and it's glorious.

[@arthurschwarz3359]

Good luck, have fun

[@claytonhutchins9337]

safe travels

[@superdave0002]

ohhhhh I bet the waters cold!

[@jsnmart97]

Take me hiking

[@mray1375]

Looking forward to following you on this trip. What a life changing experience it will be. Best wishes Kelly.

[@Jaxon1776]

Good luck kid

[@maxalot113]

Good content! Keep it up it gonna pay off, i want to do this trail as well. Thanks so much!

[@GraceB305]

Very exciting !!! 😁

[@dowowens6214]

Thanks for sharing

[@teresap.5991]

Let the games begin😂🎉 Just be super aware of your surroundings and never separate from your people! Even if you go pee have someone come with you.

[@RickINFJ]

Score on the bear spray! This is so exciting, see you out there 9L. ✌️

[@SteveSearches]

I was born in and grew up in Kalispell. It's kind of funny and a little sad to see what it's become.

[@tblmt]

Yayyyy!!! SO EXCITING!!! WHOOP WHOOP!!

[@john1933]

Have fun

[@paddle_hike]

Awesome!!! Enjoy the adventure!!! :)

[@cwesley2005]

Kelly, so happy for you getting back on trail! You are going to have an amazing journey. Just remember the ‘3 p rule’!

[@georgecooper5310]

You got this Kelly 👍🏼

[@jexes23]

A can of liquid…. I think I’d have a 500 Smith & Wesson if I’m gonna be hiking with bears.

[@Simon-gx1wf]

Bear spray has been shown to be more effective against bears, ill take what works best, not what feel like it would work best

[@jexes23]

@@Simon-gx1wf Shown to be more effective by whom? I do wanna highlight the fact that I am never for murdering an innocent animal for no reason. But if the literal "you know what" hits the fan I'd want to have both. In my opinion, it's better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it .

[@Simon-gx1wf]

@@jexes23 Smiths et al. (2008), 84% effictive rate for handguns, 76% for riffles and 90% for red pepper spray to stop a charging bear, injuries done to human are the same wich ever is the deterent is used between the three when contact did occur

[@diamondbackking4141]

I told you about those Grizzlies....be careful !

[@RiverbendlongbowsOutdoors]

Looking forward to this 👍

[@jimschlabachpeacefuloutdoo7327]

You rock!

[@dannyjamison8337]

"Bear spray is not like insect repellent, do not spray yourself." 😂 Also, if you have a firearm and are charged by a bear, do not shoot yourself, shoot the bear!

[@penny4849]

God speed 🙏

[@산림치유]

산의 분위기가 아름다워요..빙하를 통과하는 하이킹 기대됩니다. 건강 챙기시고 행복한 하이킹 응원합니다.

[@williamgraham1726]

Goodmorning gorgeous hope you are having a great day have fun besafe ❤