My First Climb of Vermont! | Glastonbury Mountain | Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike 2023

Follow along as I hike all 2,198 miles of the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine starting March 9, 2023. This is my second thru-hike attempt and I am excited to document and share my journey with you as I post daily vlogs from the trail!
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[@azul-t6m]

The fact that you are doing this for a second time is insane, you should be proud of yourself. Enjoy this last states because when you least expect it you would have finished it again. Also I envy you for being in nature and sharing the experience with us.

[@qsbroom]

12 hours of hiking‼️We need to call you "Wonder Woman"‼️

[@petergrant9259]

In real time you must be in Maine, heading for the finish line...and come July be enjoying the lakes and boating... I am glad for you getting the thru hikes over with.. there comes a time when the reality of life being so short, that months on end in the woods with no reward is more about survival then having fun.

[@emilygesner2036]

She made it to NH two days ago. And the weather in NH has been horrible. I’m wondering how much it’s slowed her down

[@Elizabeth-pt4bv]

Home is where your heart is. It's where family, Chet and Cali are. Once this hike is completed you have so much life in front of you. You have done the trail 2 ways, once with Cody and now solo. You have people around you if you want a day or so with them, but you've always said you like doing your own hike. You're amazing and a role model for others. Thanks for including us in you chats and days, and for always being real. Love following along, thank you 😊

[@davemiller251]

Good to watch your determination. To quote another competitor, 'Pain is temporary - quitting is forever.'

[@timo2422]

Enjoying your trip. I am 64 and hike 77 miles of the AT when 16 and would love to hike some more miles. Thanks

[@Momo-mw4ef]

greetings from an 81 year old legally blind day hiker. I live in Hanover and about a 15 minute walk to the Hanover CO - ohP market. I don’t know where you are in real time, but suggest that market is a good place to get some really good food. Your video from yesterday, where are you were feeling some emotional distress, distress, and home sickness reminded me of an encounter I had a few years ago up at pico camp, coming off near Killington, where I met a father son through hiking team, and the father was clearly done. I think I convinced him to take a break, but he had come this far and should keep going. I think that’s what he did and I also would suggest that you consider taking some zero days maybe two in a row with your family and your dog. Be well. 0:03

[@andrewjones7011]

I love Vermont so much. I love hiking and especially snowboarding in Vermont. It rains a ton in the summer.

[@C100RXP]

Oh, Glastonbury Mountain, the shelter and Congdon Shelter bring back such great memories from my hikes of nearly of 50 years ago! Thanks for taking me down memory lane!

[@gryffyleelee]

You might have been extra tired this day because you had an emotionally draining day the day before and sometimes that can wipe you out. I hope you're feeling a lot better in real time! And don't apologize for being down or cranky, we love seeing the real side!

[@Nleary77]

Love your motivation! “I know this is temporary..” ❤ sending hugs

[@dmottley]

Good to see you smiling again. You are killing it.

[@kylem3373]

You're awesome Taylor. Solo hiking the AT is no easy feat for sure and in most cases in a positive mood just chugging along, showing your experiences along the way. I'm glad I found your channel a few months ago so I could follow along on this hike. Watching you hike is really making me want to hurry up these next couple of weeks and do some hiking myself in the White Mountains come July. Keep on keeping on ⛰️🤙Enjoy yourself, be safe

[@cwesley2005]

U ahh the best Taylah!!!

[@wildflowersadventures]

I love that you’re showing the truths of being homesick. Honestly, that’s the biggest thing I can see posing a challenge for my daughter and I next year. Our family is so close and being away from them is going to be difficult. We have talked about it as a family though and my husband has agreed to push and discourage us from those negative thoughts if we want to come home because we are homesick. He knows that we would be SO disappointed if we quit because of that.

[@jimhenderson387]

Taylor, I just learned a lesson from you and that's fantastic! I'm a senior citizen and just saw you reframe your situation after the fire tower was closed. What a great idea!! Now I just need to remember this lesson and practice it. Thank you!

[@jalex1963]

I so enjoyed this video. As a avid hiker I relate so well. I've never hiked more than 3 days see straight. So being able to see a bit of yours is great. Thank you for sharing!

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

You are great, great, great. Thank you.

[@katherinecompton7856]

I went to college in Bennington!! Love VT, my sister lives in Manchester Vt! She gives hikers rides into town all the time!!

[@Loner2012AT]

Great video! Love Vermont but very sad the fire towner is not accessible to anyone anymore.

[@hdbinnc8583]

Well done, Taylor! Sounded like a long day accompanied by a lot of progress. You’re doing great!

[@nancyahudson2982]

Keep going Taylor! You are totally inspiring many. Great attitude… you are so close…

[@jantefft2442]

Taylor you are entitled to be sad and a bit homesick. I love my home, husband and our kitties and when I am away for a short while I get those feelings; so I truly can't even imagine how you are feeling.

[@mjperkolator8854]

I’m always surprised there aren’t more tent spots near shelters. Glad you got a flat spot at least. Good job thanks for the video!

[@wendygrw]

I think you nailed it why many hikers hit a wall in Vermont when you mentioned there are fewer trail towns with easy access to a good meal. Also, there seems to be less of the spontaneous trail magic that occurred in the states before New England. I am following a handful of thru hikers and most are finding Vermont challenging for the reasons you mentioned. Hang in there!

[@GraeGloomvale]

When I thru hiked the LT southbound I ran into a lot of AT northbounders that seemed at the end of their rope. I assumed it was due to the unusually muddy trail that year but what you said makes sense too.

[@robinfinehout1160]

This is close to where Stella has a hard time. She was climbing Mt Greylock

[@wendygrw]

@@robinfinehout1160 yes! I remember that video of Stella going up Mt Greylock. Very moving and real.

[@robinfinehout1160]

@@wendygrwI went back and watched it after Taylor’s vlog. It was Stellas Mt Graylock day which was going well until the top. I’m glad Stella finally found a tramily

[@denisebrown2940]

You know how to preserver. Bravo. You are doing amazing and your videos are great. Thank you.

[@RickINFJ]

You're doing so well Nahamsha. I hope you're as proud of yourself as we are of you! Hope you find some good food and that the black flies and skeets leave you alone. ✌️

[@jackcakeblack]

Take care of yourself, nutrition is hard to find until you get to a good store.Happy the temps were low and the bugs went away!🙂

[@jantefft2442]

Still at it and moving on to your destination and an awesome finish! Love your tenacity . Taylor you are an inspiration to those of us who will never be a thru hiker. Love following you! Jan❤

[@dennissutton3767]

Hello Taylor…new fan here, in Maine…Southern Maine

[@GraeGloomvale]

I thru hiked the LT SoBo I’m 2021 and it’s nice to see some familiar places again. I’m surprised about the Glastonbury tower being closed! I remember climbing it and being scared but not because it was flimsy, I’m just afraid of heights! I know some people make it a side goal to climb all the fire towers on the LT, so that’s a bummer.

[@Barkdack1]

You are doing ing great. Bearded frog and cup of tea are hiking along with chasing blaze you guys are pretty close together on the trail right now. So cool checking out the vlogging everyday it's like I'm hiking the AT with you guys.

[@kenmachine9951]

Hey Taylor 😎 I'm with you 👋 to Maine.❤ thank you for your sharing with us 🎉🎉🎉 Ken NC

[@Ladythyme]

And what a difference a day makes besides There’s always a bright side if we look hard enough 😌

[@dannythecamper4186]

Good video with lots of good views, so let's keep on hiking 😊

[@roberttrough6439]

Wow! You must be feeling strong? You put a lot of miles on those feet. Great good for you! Your face looks thinner not that it wasn’t thin before. 💪 🦵 you go girl! Amazing two through hikes of Appalachian Trail. Woo Hoo! 😊 keep on keep on 👟!

[@kellycyr7038]

Hang in there! I know for a fact I couldn't handle the mental aspect of doing what you're doing. You're such a strong woman! Can't wait to see your videos from the Whites!

[@Lovesracing19]

Glad your moving a long. You'll soon be to Maine and can go home. Safe travels.

[@TXMEDRGR]

I'm glad you are hanging in there, I'm sure one day you'll be glad you finished.

[@bonitaphinney1529]

Taylor, You are a beacon of light!! You probably feel lethargic, because of not having the food you are used to eating . I am not a hiker, nor a nutritionist, but your body needs to be refueled. You will replenish, and be recharged. Forward on!!

[@mollybutcher5487]

Enjoying your thru hike so much. You’re moving so quickly - you’ll be in Maine soon and at Mt. Katahdin!!🥾🥾

[@paddlefaster]

It would be nice to see some positive stuff like nature, fun interactions with trailmates. There's so much to see and appreciate on the AT.

[@gregbeem9428]

You will be an inspiration to your kids someday! ❤️

[@jeannenimmo5]

Well, Glastenbury Mountain and the 'Bennington Triangle' are behind you - Bravo! Wolf that lasagna, curl up and get a good night's sleep. You'll be better in the morning. Then - on to bigger and better things. Be well, stay safe.

[@debsmith7050]

Strong hiking day! Great ❤

[@ffstopP]

Well done, Taylor. You'll be home in no time. One foot in front of the other. I'm enjoying the trek with you. Walk on.

[@beck57]

Yay for lasagna!!!! You are inspiring to say the least! Praying for you.... May you savor the last hard miles!!!!

[@ASAC85]

So sorry to hear that you’re not enjoying the “nearing” end of the trail again. In you’re previous thru hike of the AT you had the same experience in Maine. I hope it can turn around and you have a great experience in Maine this time. Either way, you’re still a champion.

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

10 hours just hiking, amazing🌻👣

[@charlesjohnson9662]

It’s a shame the tower was closed but you will find other motivations as you move towards your goal. Just continuing on under less that ideal circumstances certainly sets an example for others and for that you are greatly admired.

[@ThanatosWings]

You want to get yourself some snacks that are high in protein and digest slowly. That way you don't have to eat as much or carry as much for the same amount of protein as sugary treats (ie cliff bar has 30g sugar weight that could be extra grams of almonds with 21g protein) . I use walmart - great value nuts and seeds. High protein nuts and seeds in order of calories are: macadamia (718-100g), pecans (693), Brazil nuts (656), 80%-90% cacao chocolate (600), almonds (576), sunflower (584), cashues (553), pumpkin seeds (446). Also olive oil has 884 calories, dates 282 calories. In order of protein (as fat content and calories goes up protein goes down, high protein has lasting energy you need to feel full) : almonds (21.2g), sunflower seed (21g), pumpkin seed (19g) cashues (18g), brazil nuts (14g), pecans (9g), macadamia (8g), chocolate (5g). I do a nut seed mix with chocolate and dried cranberries, the fruit is great for vitamin c and aids absorption of other foods. In the end this is way cheaper, fuel efficient and sustaining than individually packaged highly processed sugary bars. I package the mix into individual one cup ziplock snack bags to keep track of what I'm eating and how I feel. I eat 2-3 cups a day while hiking once I have my legs. I'm vegitarian. If you can eat jerky, I'd add that as well.

[@goodvideos.113]

This video of yours is very good. I've watched it all from A to Z, dear friend.

[@meadowlarkphoto]

Yes, I remember last year that the Glastenbury fire tower was inspected and deemed "structurally unsafe" and closed. Wish you could have gotten a view after all of that effort. - Leigh

[@davercountingcigars]

Hi. Hope your doing well. Enjoyed the video 👍👍

[@leedanielson7452]

Taylor your motivation is very impressive…😊❤🙏🏻⛺️🏔️

[@jamesadams2334]

I know that you want to finish but when you hit N.H. you need to slow down, It's going to end before you know it! You're hiking great. Stay safe. geek

[@Jimmie2429]

12 hours a day you’ll be out of Vermont and back in Nahamsha in no time.

[@frankjones3671]

You're stills awesome amazing smart girl with awesome amazing smart family !! 💕 Your amazing awesome smarts delightful mom as dad there great !!

[@robertwidger6888]

Your next adventure should be to finish the Long Trail. The northern section is anything but boring with much better views than the southern end. My favorite part of the trail is from Mansfield north to Canada. I think you would enjoy it! WIDG LT '03 NH 48 4K

[@hereef1]

I never understood the fascination of being out in the woods for months. I’ll admit, I couldn’t make a fire without a match if I tried. I’m just a tenderfoot.

[@frolege1]

I wonder what it feels like after walking 12 hours … crazy amazing

[@leedanielson7452]

Personally, I would feel awful!!!!😂

[@RenegadeNomad]

Glastonbury Mountain was a nice spot. I passed a guy going uphill carrying about 60lbs of Coleman camping gear. 😳 I wonder if he survived that hike.

[@joannesoltesz3026]

😊

[@albertborgman859]

If you're hungry find a lizard!

[@brooks8792]

I'm curious, having eaten lower carb for years, is it possible to hike and eat lower carb? I like not having the energy highs and lows that come with carbs. Hard to get protein on the trail I bet. Nuts would work I guess.

[@PedroNord]

🦋

[@deborahchadwick210]

Second? Good Morning, Taylor!

[@frolege1]

10:30 Wait, did you say CRAP ?

[@John572d4]

Manchester the next resupply

[@frolege1]

No mention of the Canadian Fires 🔥… interesting

[@rangerinthewoods]

Was gonna say you just need to get some lasagna. Hope you were able to find some good food selections at your next resupply.

[@ColdbrewPatch]

2:15 I’m pretty sure I made that same wrong turn last year.

[@richarddecker555]

I really enjoy your videos. Does your husband do much hiking with you ?

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

First?

[@nuthatch127]

😂😂 Good morning!

[@chrissaunders8284]

Always. I appreciate every post you make and I know that one day you will not grace my feed. That will be a sad day, but you owe your viewers nothing. Live your life and thank you for the content. To be clear, this references yesterday's video.

[@leedanielson7452]

Taylor!!!! How can you be first???? 🤣🤣🤣 that’s just not fair!!!!😡

[@RickINFJ]

😂 That's wicked funny! Time stamp says you're 1st.

[@frolege1]

Ha ha … you figured it out !!!

[@misscandy84]

What your goal to be done august end of ?

[@christopherhopp9621]

what headphones do you use?

[@Julie-ii9px]

I'm not your mother but some more zero days or nights at a hotel with proper dinner and breakfast might help? So admire what you are doing but look after yourself. Dare I say it have a proper zero day with no you tube too. ❤

[@user-yb1yd7ub4d]

You are an inspiration. Just eat better food, if possible

[@billevans9231]

There have been alot of hikers with the complaint of fatigue and it turns out that the smoke from Canadian fire is causing the problems

[@Roadhouseee]

Are you not active on AllTrails?

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

No, I do use strava tho

[@Self_Proppelled]

The forest you're in is haunted

[@jenspencer9906]

First 😁

[@leedanielson7452]

Unfortunately Taylor was first!!!!! I think she cheated.😮

[@frolege1]

@@leedanielson7452 ha ha

[@leedanielson7452]

@@frolege1 🤣👍

[@edwardgwilcoxjr7232]

Hope all is well aunt root,uncle rock and cousin mud surrounds our spirits on 2023 AT thru hike. 🏕️🥾🏔️