PCT 2023 Back In Kennedy Meadows

[@theskyehiker]

You are the best channel to follow this year. I do worry, because it is who I am, that you are heading into the Sierra right now. But I’m a wimp so, take anything I say with no authority. You will make it work.

[@montegomm]

Codgers, Great to see you are back. I can only watch for a week as I will be getting on at Donner Pass in about 10 days. Maybe we will meet up in OR or WA. Safe travels! (By the way, I'm a codger too, or at least my grandsons tell me I have floppy skin!)

[@marykwart9331]

Best of luck. I am following a group that went in on May 26 and made it out to Bishop. 65 pound packs!

[@CProgression]

My fiancée and I have been training for trail magic for you two... 😆 but it looks like I missed your return to trail. Well, we definitely gained strong skills with the portable pizza oven, deli sandwich making, stockpiling PB & Js and purchasing half of everything in our local Costco, 😆. The next goal was to provide for Huck, Julia and "Lookout" ... and thus far only Lookout is behind you guys. As far as hauling people around is concerned, it is very fulfilling. I just drove to pick up a person, haul them to where they needed to go, then back to the trail before I drove home... 317 miles in all. It's just what we do... and all in a days work.

[@TheAdventureGeek]

Yo! Good luck guys. It was great to meet you at Kennedy Meadows. I’ll be glued to the screen! Jukebox xx

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

Great to meet you as well. Just got into Bishop via Kersage Pass. Going well but, tough snow miles.

[@gaylewalker4239]

You guys stay safe. Keep trekking. 😀

[@ingridsarris4020]

Yay, glad to see you back on trail and a guest appearance by Huck!

[@brasco96wired67]

Good to see you back on the trail.

[@seansuttles1813]

You guys are hilarious and play off each other very well on camera. Lookin forward to following you two.

[@robertbarnes4]

Welcome back. It gave me a chance to catch up. Looking for to the next section

[@paulstoliker1849]

Hi guys. Denali here. All the best in the Sierra. Watch out for those water crossing!!!

[@nancycook8930]

Yay the codgers are back!!!!!!

[@jakecurley1509]

Whoot! Codgers are BACK!

[@richardinjapan4578]

You met Huck! Go Codgers! Be safe; keep at it!

[@russellscott5199]

The kids are back on the trail! I didn't see that coming.

[@joanhennes2249]

It's good to see you guys back on the PCT!

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Best of luck. Glad to have you back on trail entertaining us again.

[@patrickmuse4911]

Glad to see ya made it back 🤙🏻

[@SasSaga]

Ah! Codgers are BACK!!! Yeah!!!

[@HilaryMacDonald-iz1et]

Great to see you back x

[@wabisaaby]

Yay, my fav codgers are back :D

[@Dora-bmrwarrior]

Yeah!!! I've missed you guys and the videos. I even was a little depressed one afternoon about it lol. I know there's lots of PCT hikers filming their adventures but I like your channel the best and don't watch much of the others. Fingers crossed you'll be able to upload content before the 10 days but if not, it will be exciting to see the start of the High Sierra adventure on upload day. Best of luck and safe hiking!

[@randysmith6493]

I found that with the flex kit that the xFlex Kit was good name for it as when you get a little wind the tent will bow in on you. You might use it with supporting the middle line with a standing stick and you might even try to support the bow flex sticks with the middle line tie up. Good luck on your leg. Good thing see you going at it again.

[@jacjonmatthews1378]

Great to have you guys back. Didn't see that one coming 😊😊regards from the U K

[@seanodom1676]

Woohoo. Good to see the CODGERS back on trail. Cheers!

[@sarahhagen2051]

I missed you guys! You look so clean 🤣

[@robertligas250]

Great to see you back on trail enjoy thanks for taking us along

[@Tzeitl_Leah]

So happy to see you back on trail! Good luck! Thanks for sharing your adventures.

[@katreyes6358]

Codgers!!!! I was just thinking, hey those guys should be back now and here you are. Jope you both had great vacations.

[@kellyfromiowa1849]

Praise Jesus the boys are back!! I have definitely been going through some Codger withdrawal!! Looking forward to new adventures with you two even if it isn't every day. You have been greatly missed.

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

You guys caught up with Huck! He’s a hoot.

[@rw4035]

Welcome back! The Bishop Pass trail to South Lake is fantastically beautiful, but the pass itself is often snow-covered until late July--even in dry years. Good luck either way!

[@debbiputman3482]

Glad you’re back! I’ve been missing you codgers!😊

[@smokeyb1669]

Welcome back Codgers! I saw John go into the Sierras any word from him? Look forward to hearing about the next adventure, great to see guys.

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

John is finished with the sierras and doing well. … Ms rumbles

[@smokeyb1669]

I suggest taking extra trash bags. The 30 to 40 gallon size. Many uses for snow camping

[@susanlondres1997]

So glad your back!!! Can’t wait to hear your plan. 😊

[@bencook5721]

Woo hoo!! I’ve missed you guys soooo much I’m glad your back! Good luck on the rest of your journey I’m excited to watch!

[@coryoverstreet865]

Yeeesssss you're back! So excited for y'all. Enjoy! ☮️

[@ianhall702]

Been looking forward to this!!! Old guys rule!

[@rkatrails]

Yes! So glad you're back! Was going to send out a feeler message yesterday to see what's up, was expecting to hear from you by now. Walla! Here you are! Please take lots of videos for the next 45 miles to Cottonwood Pass, I REALLY want to see current trail conditions there to see if I can do a section hike later this month or July. Welcome back.😊

[@kathleenhorton1619]

Good to see you guys back on the trail ❤

[@Judy-fi7ce]

Can you tell by all the comments that we've missed you guys? What a joy it is to have you back! Love your videos and style. Onward!

[@jeansayers8659]

Glad to see you back, guys! Really appreciate you sharing your rational about things like resupply… at 72, I’m having to plan a bit more intensely than at 25. 😂😂

[@jamesbonner5989]

Welcome back, Safe hiking .

[@youngheart1065]

Welcome back guys! Missed you!

[@waynecrauthers5379]

YES 👏 Just today I commented on when you guys were supposed to return 🎉

[@davesmedra1012]

Missed you guys

[@CherylMcnamara-ll7cg]

Yay! The boys are back...

[@Kristenm28]

Huck was here!

[@maryshank7825]

Yay!!!

[@bettybarnett6994]

Yay! Fun & Games !!

[@Jan.harvey]

Please make returning Denim Dan's cup a priority. Glad you are back!!

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

We mailed it to him. 😅

[@tomnoyb8301]

Any chance of including altitudes and North vs South facing in next few vids? So viewers can get a feel for snow-conditions vs altitude? Thx.

[@exforrestranger8475]

Super

[@gregharmon3797]

Where have you been!!!

[@cynthiahicks9287]

When do you have to pick up your bear canisters?

[@mickeydyke392]

I just re-watched your last video to remind myself when you planned to be back and here you are! Glad you’re back and safe travels.

[@adlhikes3159]

Individually, How many lbs of food only (per day) r u carrying?

[@ferretzfan]

They’re a lot younger. Yep. LOL.

[@leeannsnyder804]

It’s nice to see others that I watch on here like Huck.

[@joanhennes2249]

I especially enjoy your videos because of your humorous and down to earth approach, as well as your focus on trail conditions. It's so informative.

[@janmariolle]

Wonderful! I’ve been looking for you guys. I’m so excited to see you back on trail!❤

[@hikingwiththecodgers4086]

Thought y'all might like a quick update from ms rumbles. All is well with the Codgers. They were at 732 last night. For my prayer family, continue to keep them in your prayers.🙏 Thanks for following.

[@lindaray897]

Praying!! Rumbles said the other hiker they met "had them beat" at 68. How old are they? :)

[@HikingwithBigBear]

🙏

[@daddymay]

Thanks for the update was just checking back after 5 days.

[@kywingnut]

Glad to see your back My wife & I appreciate your humor & tenacious on the trail along with a great attitude. Good luck & safe hiking the rest of the trail!

[@alisonguild5778]

Feels like Christmas with a new video! And I have so many questions lol. 1. Any updates on Legend? 2. Denim Dan? Was hoping he'd be recovered and catching back up with you 3. How do you fit TEN days of food in bear canisters!?!? (Don't you need them past Kennedy Meadows? 4. How much weight did you lose and then how much did you gain by the time you hit the trail again?

[@BicheBug1996]

I MISSED YOU GUYSSSSSS FOLLOWING YOU ALL THE WAY FROM TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO❤❤ love love looking at your videos good luck on your continued hiking ❤❤❤❤❤

[@musingwithreba9667]

I was wondering when you'd be posting videos again! Good to see you back! Now you're rested, have lost your trail legs, and you're doing a 10-day food carry? Yup, you done lost yer minds when you went home! 😉😂 Happy trails Codgers!

[@marydishong3647]

Iam so glad your back!!! I've been watching for you every couple days. I would love a t shirt "didn't see that coming " great money maker for your charity. Any ways be safe and as always Happy Trails 😊

[@MomWentBackpacking]

Great idea! Something on the front of the tee, and the back says “Didn’t see that coming”

[@wendyphillips5002]

Great to see you guys back on the PCT again with your great videos. 10 days of food. Hopefully, get to Duck pass into the Mammoth lakes upper lakes. Be very careful what you are wishing for. Forester pass at over 13.200 feet with a very steep south approach. I remember the JMT creek now most likely a raging river crossing at the bottom of Evolution valley area. I / we crossed the JMT evolution creek crossing in August maybe 10 years ago after a lighter snow winter. It was still nearly 80+ feet across with the water still nearly to our knees, and that was August. You will not be getting much cell phone coverage in the high sierras. High sierra June 2023 think frozen snow (cement) in mornings and slush in the afternoon. with wet boots and feet.

[@T_Mo271]

I don't think you're winning the "heaviest pack" contest. There's a guy up ahead who left KMS with a 65 pound pack (and lots of provisions).

[@michaelb1761]

Nope, you will not have service while in the Sierra (which I consider a plus most of the time). There are three places with some service between Kennedy Meadows and Yosemite, but only one with good service - the area around Mammoth Mt. I hope you can enjoy the Sierra, and I strongly recommend coming back when it isn't covered in snow. I think it is the most beautiful place there is, and I'm not alone in that opinion.

[@andrewhanson4674]

Great to see you guys back on trail!

[@hectorescobar7013]

Great to see you back at KMS. Hope the trail gives you the best and safest path and greatest of memories. If you stop in Bishop you have to stop at Schatts Bakery and Mahogany Smoked Meats!

[@patrickdevlin9673]

I did the same thing after the desert section...I’m happy I did because from Sonora Pass to echo lake we tented on snow a number of times...I’ve been using it on the A T this year and I really like the kit

[@pursang0904]

Certainly have missed you two!!! Glad you’re back! Look forward to next update & tshirts when you get them done!!!

[@expatadventureturkey9324]

My life is back to normal, now that I have Codgers to watch 😉 best of luck guys looking forward to your videos.

[@johndenning9644]

Hi Guys---- Glad to see that you are back. I wanted to say that you can cross slippery, bark-less logs by using your spikes.... JD

[@HikingwithBigBear]

Excited to continue following your hike. Happy trails!!

[@kandathompson2285]

About time you slackers get back on the trail! Great to see y’all. As we say here inTexas….Get to gettin’

[@scothampton963]

Welcome back Looking forward to more great adventures

[@teriterry7296]

Thanks ms rumbles.....we love any info you send our way!

[@stephenszalay]

Good luck in those Sierras. Lovely to have you back.

[@kimpatton6564]

I need x-large, v-neck t-shirt please 😅 seriously.

[@cherylmitchell2808]

Glad to see your back on trail. We canceled our Cottonwood permit and will be going out of Kennedy Mdws south in a week or so instead. Happy trails.

[@Jerrymc1975]

Bishop pass is absolutely beautiful, but it’s a hike up.

[@rgallion]

Yeah! You're back! Flip to WA! 😀

[@tomshelton435]

Can’’t wait glad you guys are back.

[@stewartjarvis3384]

Welome back lads,great to see you.

[@pltennery]

Groanups? That’s what happens.

[@pjhiker]

Yay! Have missed yall

[@mojarra1990]

great to see you codgers back I have ben follow your great adventure on the pct I saw some ones video and I saw codger John with a group going into the sierras a was good to see him with a big group and I hope to see more videos of your adventure good luck on the sierras

[@darlar.9043]

Welcome back Codgers.

[@2ddw]

Yeah! 'bout time dudes!!

[@danielwaldner5412]

So great to see you all back on the PCT! Take care and be safe!

[@kellyjohnson3617]

Great to see you both back

[@HitTheTrailJack]

Hope to see y’all out here! Good to see y’all back on trail!

[@dianeh1541]

I want a Hiking with the Codgers tshirt!!! Someone get em made please. Great idea? Yes!😊

[@gailforster5260]

So happy to see you back . Looking forward to seeing the rest of your journey , stay safe and have fun. I also danced on a picnic table once , fell off too, right into my very lit fire pit. Fortunately I was pulled out quickly. Lol. Also a very long time ago 🤣 🇨🇦❤️

[@johnmegow1653]

Great to see you back!

[@catherinebrown1343]

You’re back! Yay!

[@Halfpace52]

Good to you guys are back👍👍👍