PCT 2018 Q&A #1 | The Desert

[@arthurjamison772]

You are an inspiration to younger girls. Maybe to follow in your foot steps. Reach out of their comfort zone and do something BOLD. Onward. Be Smart / Safe

[@tootsla1252]

Arthur Jamison She really is a great role model for young girls. I can only wish my granddaughter gets bitten by the wilderness, adventure hiking bug. At nearly 17 she is a top student and fantastic soccer forward - which is pretty fabulous. However, (sigh) she's a complete ninny in the outdoors! Screams if a branch brushes her arm!!! I think my only hope is that she meet "Hot Adventure Guy." 😜😜

[@mattjames1138]

Thanks for taking the time to do this! You still seem to have the same positive spirit from day one. Knowing how to manage those tough times. I really enjoy following your progress on this beautiful trail.

[@Lue_Jonin]

She was drunk LOL

[@KnottingKnots]

OK, you can now *Carry On Walking!!!* It was really tiring eating all my snacks and binge watching, I have now finally caught up.

[@glennthompson7525]

Great update! Your attitude is inspiring and just fun to see you deal with the challenges along the way and stay positive throughout. And yes, it's hard to just throw out 51 miles in a day and act like it's nothing....that's impressive! But so is 20 miles in a day!

[@TressaZimmerman]

I definitely appreciate all that you share. With each video I watch of hikers I follow I learn something for myself. Take care.

[@StarrLight6278]

A great Q & A. I loved hearing your answers. Thanks for answering mine too! I am sure the range of thought and emotion can be crazy sometimes. Also I love the new shirts you pickup. Hot dog shirt looms so comfy and yummy! I think the journey you are doing is amazing. Cant wait to see the rest of this adventure.

[@FreeSpiritASMR]

I love Admiral's super chill personality. Holy crap 50+ mile day? Bravo! Great Q and A and I'm glad you appreciate the desert. Been in one area or another of S. CA desert for the last 20 years and I'm a water sign, lol. It grows on you though! Can't wait to see your Whitney day video.

[@lesleyzimmerman5114]

Hi from Ohio. I love your videos. You are so positive and happy. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Happy trails.

[@colorful_christine]

Yes!!! You nailed my name! One of the Very very few! Awesome! And I enjoy my alone time too. I do sections of the national Ice Age Trail alone. Just gotta watch out for cougars. Hope you try the IAT sometime... Beautiful!!! Love You and keep smiling fellow blonde backpacker!! 😁👣💕

[@Alpenglow_hikes]

It was s pleasant surprise meeting you in the laundromat in Bishop! I wish you continued success with the rest of your adventure. Happy Trails! Rich

[@JenniferMabus]

Alpenglow It was great meeting you! Good luck on your next adventure!!

[@dhiatt333]

Thank you for your answers. Keep kicking trail and creating memories. Safety and strength on the way.

[@brandoninworld]

You are my favorite PTC vloger for 2018!

[@jeff9104]

Great stuff WW, glad to see that you made it to Kennedy Meadows safely and thanks for taking the time and sharing all the Q & A's !

[@SouthWestWildernessScotland]

Well answered questions Jen, You have a great attitude to doing this PCT hike and also filming it for us viewers, It's very much appreciated. Take care and stay safe. Atb Glenn.

[@CaminoDreams]

Thanks for answering my questions Starburst :-) and yes it was female hygiene related. your doing great and I am keen to see how you go through the sierras as that is the part that concerns me since I live in a hot country. Take care and hike well.

[@robertrockwell7581]

very cool starburst thank for answering questions and thanks for adding admiral for a guys perspective on the trail. continue to stay safe in the sierras and have fun.

[@mikebrewer8116]

Hi, I really enjoyed your Q&A session and thank you so much for answering my questions. Hopefully, you can do this again sometime. Be safe and happy hiking.

[@Lue_Jonin]

You put out some outstanding information in this video. 👍

[@nathanrieck2112]

Going off of your back pain it might be a good motivation for you to drop some pack weight, especially since you have to carry a bear can. In the Sierras I really didn’t need as much cold weather stuff as I though I would need. I carried this super warm down jacket and only used it as a pillow, I couldn’t wear it since it was too warm (it was more of a snow/winter jacket).

[@HikeCamp]

Thank you for answering my question. Your answer was great... Water would be a big concern and dislike for me as well. Outstanding Q&A . All the best... Max

[@allencrider]

I wore short shorts, too. Ranger Panties. Add that to a t-shirt and I was always OK in the heat unless there was zero breeze. But there really wasn't a time when there was zero breezes. I never used my lightweight umbrella. Most people i knew covered up in the desert and got miserable in the heat. Thanks for the nice vids!

[@bikerob1231]

TWW keep up the great job. You are so positive and fun. I enjoy your videos and the enthusiasm you have. It makes me want to hike the PCT. You are awesome.

[@ginare2]

Great video Starburst! You answered my question and I felt a little star struck. Admiral is so cute and I love his spirit. Is he single? You look cute together..... just say’in...... I am follow several people on different trails and you by far are my favorite! Thank you!

[@JenniferMabus]

Gina Haha he is just a friend :)

[@memathews]

Follow-up Question: Is two breakfasts a breakfasti? hahahahah Cold oatmeal is like an oatmeal cookie and if you add powdered whole milk it's like cookies and milk (with higher protein and fat--YAY!). I assumed your nearsightedness was strong, obviously not (lucky, I cannot see the trail without mine), thanks for the glasses/contacts answer. btw, having Admiral on this for perspective was a good idea and love your shirt!

[@photomatt2000]

Great update do more of these. They guy doing 50 plus miles a day thats crazy

[@handsome526]

I need a woman like this. She is down to earth, and no bullshit

[@kevinbastian908]

Great video. Safe trip the rest of the trail...

[@irenehodupski5712]

Said my name perfectly 😊 Thanks for answering 😊

[@BeeGeeHikes]

Great Q&A chat! Maybe when the days get colder you’ll change your mind about having a stove, the hot chocolate on a cold night tastes mighty good and it warms you up.

[@shorttermlongterm6881]

I live in Mojave, CA.....City life overated GTF out of town, live in a small town near a Big City in your future as you become you after this journey. I commute 62 miles one way to my job. Worth it, I'm close to Owens Valley adventures on weekends.

[@1xsol]

She's a real Bundle of Happy. Happy Trails Cutie.

[@LMicheleS]

Nice Q&A - Thanks Whimsical. :)

[@phgjenn]

loved it! Thanks for taking the time to do this! :-)

[@137_DeathValleyCAL]

Holy cow... I am from Hawaii but I live in Ridgecrest! Enjoy the ride! Get it kid?!

[@mapupuce1]

Thanks for answering all these questions, you are truly adorable! :)

[@thuthiehiker]

Thanks for the update.

[@theodorerzepski8491]

Admiral is built like a tour de France winner, big advantage compared to someone with more muscle mass. You two are outstanding atheletes.

[@joestagner7817]

Star ⭐️ burst that shirt 👕 reminds me of pj’s

[@ihopesomeonerelates7255]

Speaking of chaffing, what do you use to help with chaffing?

[@josesoto48]

what gear are you adding now that you will go through the Sierras?

[@aeropilot4419]

Love your hotdog shirt 🌭

[@Thunder77774]

💡That shirt is making me hungry. Going to sonic now for chilli dog

[@felipecastellon4740]

Thank you for this Q&A. On the cold soaking. I'm a day or overnight hiker. Lately I've found that stove cooking isn't necessary. Even for work now. I'll put oatmeal with dry fruit, sugar, cinnamon, rasins and water. At home maybe yogurt, (not on trail) it'delicious. The tortillas with tuna, summer sausage, mayo. It's so filling and gets you a long way. My concern is how to carry things that don't go bad. I dehydrate my own food. It helps but I don't have the thru hike experience of what to take. Thanks for the video.

[@3novembersky]

U mentioned u used good sunscreen, what type do u use?

[@123meaghanb]

She has showed two brands 1.thinksport and 2.bare republic mineral stick. Both are great physical sunscreens

[@hikerJohn]

:o) when you're in the mountains the dirt is clean so there's no reason to wash it off .

[@willwarden2603]

Watching now ur a sweetheart!

[@geevee2477]

Hey, I'm a huge fan! But, I would like to offer the friendliest little correction. On Instagram you said Whitney was the highest point in the continental US, but that would be Denali. Whitney is the highest in the contiguous US. Anyway, huge accomplishment either way! All the best!

[@gregstritch9736]

gee vee Denali is not actually in the continental United States. Or at least not in the contiguous 48. That’s likely what she meant.

[@phgjenn]

Not sure why, but every time I say contiguous I have to stop and think about it so I don't say continental! :-)

[@aeropilot4419]

I think we all know what she meant 🙂👍🏼

[@JenniferMabus]

gee vee Yesss, my bad 🙈

[@Mtnsunshine]

Loved this! Thanks, Whimsical!

[@jackmehoff6302]

First ive heard about hawaii. What island were you on?

[@JenniferMabus]

Jack Mehoff O’ahu

[@frankzappa2451]

Dang, 51 miles a day. 👍✌️

[@miketaylor6700]

You didn’t mention the LIZARD that blocked you on the trail when asked what the most difficult thing you had experienced!!! Haha

[@Thunder77774]

Rebelution-Celebrate

[@williamwhittom2973]

Dixie has a 63 mile day

[@barbaraholloran3701]

Starburst, you aren’t asking for anything, but what if I want to send you a little something? What town will you be near around Aug 8? I’d love to mail you a small pkg bc I get so much from your channel. It helps me unwind after work every night.

[@billcummins9579]

nice video .. !!

[@tootsla1252]

I like Admiral's very well-groomed beard. Very nice. The clavicle-length trail beards are just Ewww!

[@boonarga]

Do you know where you are in relation to Darwin? Would love to see a pic of you two together.

[@michaelknighten216]

Darwin is thru the Sierra. Starburst summited Whitney last Sunday.

[@bananadwx]

Nice shirt.

[@sullak7]

💏

[@lesleynebs]

I wanna ask but I won’t .... y’all cute tho

[@docholliday5439]

What is your favorite BEER!🍺🍺🍺🚶🚶🚶🚶🚶🌲🌲🇺🇸😁😉

[@JenniferMabus]

Doc Holliday Any kind of IPA!

[@docholliday5439]

The Whimsical Woman 🌠💫🌠 IPA's NICE! A good IPA after hiking🚶🚶🚶 your butt off is always good.🍺🍺🍻 Oh by the way my wife and I have unofficially adopted you! 🎊🎉🎊🎆🎇🎆😱😁