Tahoe Rim Trail // Tahoe City to Ward Creek - Part 1

[@connietorkelsen1808]

I followed you on your PCT hike and completely enjoyed it. Now I am literally following you on the TRT. My three friends from out of state and I are hiking clockwise. We’re 57, 73, 73, and 79 so we’re a little older than the two of you. We all finished this last Wednesday and spent yesterday in South Lake where I live. Saw the lake only once when it was a gorgeous blue. So much smoke.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thankfully there wasn't smoke when we hiked, but now it's terrible! I am sorry you only got to see the lake once. :(

[@MattHornbeck1263]

I think I understand the appeal of your videos... They are simply joyful. Best of luck on your adventure.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks so much, Matt!

[@docholliday5439]

It all makes perfect sense. Steel sticks to a magnet like DIRT sticks to Starburst !!! 🌟💫🌟💫 🤩

[@28105wsking]

So great to see you out again, Whimsy!

[@vistaww]

Great watching the two of you together. Dyana needs to get a bear canister though, It’s about protecting the Bear, not her food.

[@csn583]

A fed bear is a dead bear, but who cares you can just restock at the next town! 🙄

[@Wondering_Fireball]

Kito’s to you girl, I’m retired military. It’s not every woman that can support military men. I like the fact that you go to the outdoors when he’s gone instead of the clubs. My hats off to you.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!!

[@wmpopper]

Good to view you again with friend Diana on the TRT with another of your informative and entertaining video narratives... Starburst...Tillamook cheese is excellent brand of Oregon cheese....Their Cheddar, Monterey Jack and Pepper Jack are all excellent. Safe, fun and happy adventures for you both on the TRT.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, William! I am glad we agree on cheese as well!!

[@kenbaker4528]

Wow a flashback to two years ago. I've missed your thru hiking videos. This is great 👍. You are fun and entertaining to watch. I've never seen anyone who attracts dirt while on the trail like you do 🤣. Safe travels!

[@JenniferMabus]

The dirt gets worse! Hahaha thanks for coming back, Ken!!

[@ricksousa3932]

Hike on, glad to see you in the woods. Isn't it nice to have a hiking buddy?

[@JenniferMabus]

It is very nice!!

[@rtydingco]

HEY, ....You're back !!!! Looking forward to your new adventure.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!!! Glad you're here! :)

[@CampfireJubilee]

"I don't understand how you are so dirty already...." I love this!

[@JenniferMabus]

It's a real problem! Hahah

[@rmartino1]

It's easy cause she is the female version of Pigpen. She just attracts dirt. Lol

[@FlynPig911]

Please don’t take offense. I’ve followed since the PCT. I always thought your trail name should’ve been Dirtgirl. I not trying to be mean.

[@johneason6540]

It's Starburst, that's how 🤔

[@johneason6540]

Hey again, do you think the new Waymark is called the Evolv? I think it's new this year and 38L Like you I used the 50 lite so I can carry bv500 inside. But now I have a duplex and a quilt and when I don't need a canister. So give us an on trail review.

[@SinMore]

I'm so glad to see videos from you again! My favorite hiker. Your friend Dyana is so funny.

[@JenniferMabus]

Yay! Nice to hear from you!!

[@killintime5058]

Man seeing you back on trail in a new video just made my day. Cant wait to see more of this series. Have fun, stay safe.

[@JenniferMabus]

Yay! Thanks for watching!

[@user-zo6xg8bx4l]

Please tell your husband that there are lots of us who have NOT forgotten our servicemen and servicewomen. Especially, those of us who are veterans like myself. Thanks for his service to our country!! And, thank you for your videos!! :-)

[@JenniferMabus]

THANK YOU!!

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. Thank you for sharing another outdoor adventure. Don't forget your sun block, sun sleeves and sun gloves. Take care of your baby gentle skin. You did another great job of filming. Stay safe out there. 🤗

[@JenniferMabus]

😃

[@kellyjohnson3617]

So awesome to see you in trail again. Enjoy the trail. I’m so itching to get in trail again. Thanks for posting. Looking forward to your further adventures

[@JenniferMabus]

Woohoo! Thanks, Kelly!!

[@robinmills5827]

I'm so excited to see you back out on trail, happy, healthy and as whimsically crazy as ever. You'll have had huge fun with an equally crazy hiking buddy. Tahoe looks a lovely area. I'm sure I could 'smell' the sun warmed pines. Go well and have fun.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Robin! We had loads of fun! And it sure did smell great out there. :)

[@keithandreotta]

Jen! Sooo great to see you again. Thank you for taking us along on your journey...can't wait to see more of it.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Keith!!!

[@jlow3957]

So good to see you back on the trail. No more excuses for me. Thanks for the inspiration. Good luck and be safe.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, John!!

[@pinkhathiker]

I'm doing the TRT this summer and cannot wait. As always, thanks for sharing your experience my friend.

[@rkatrails]

Well that was quite an entertaining video! It almost seemed like you guys were newbies. And only three + hours to set up the tent. So funny. And you're the same dirt magnet, just like old times. Can't wait to watch the rest of this adventure.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!! There are some definite funny moments!

[@naturalhigh1648]

So great to see you again Jen. Great video as usual, and funny too. You guys make a xlnt comedy team. Any laughs are good these days. Keep those videos coming. Happy trails.

[@JenniferMabus]

We get more and more delirious, so just wait hahah

[@sarahdunstan2061]

So fun to watch this video, your hiking partner Dyana is a blast and it is great to see you back on trail! Hope Owen is doing well.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Sarah!! Owen is doing great and it means a lot you asked.

[@richardf7087]

Yeh the adventure begins . The starburst adventure with all of the excitement. The bees and bugs are going to be so happy. Glad to see you are back hiking

[@JenniferMabus]

I feel great!!! Thanks for joining 😃😃

[@johnalden5821]

Starburst is back on-trail!! Excellent! 2020 is looking up, for sure. You two are a hoot -- both of you. This should be a lot of fun.

[@JenniferMabus]

We definitely had a blast!!

[@germandaydreamer720]

Great to see you out on the trails again Starburst - and you are bringing Dyana (who is a fantastic narrator in her own videos) along! This is bound to be another epic, entertaining, sometimes emotional and funny trip again. I have missed that smile and laughter of yours. Please keep those videos coming (I have set my timer on your planned CDT hike already). You guys stay safe and healthy out there. Greetings from Lower Saxony / Germany.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you so so much! And Dyana is a fantastic story teller!!!

[@dustincoy243]

Just found you and subscribed. You guys are are having so much fun. Really enjoyed laughing along with you. Best hiking vlog I’ve seen yet! Look forward to watching the rest of your TRT and other adventures.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you so much!! ☺️

[@brianmd3196]

You guys are hilarious together. Very entertaining! Your making hiking look very fun. I need to find me some cut ups to hike with. Looking forward to your CDT trip. Hopefully your taking Dyana with you. Lol

[@JenniferMabus]

She told me very directly she was done with thru-hiking after this hahah

[@tiggertrailtails3112]

Awesome video. Looking forward to more of the trip. Did the 40 mile stretch form desolation wilderness to Tahoe city. Watch out for rattlers on the trail. Almost stepped on one buy richardson lake. Have a safe and awesome adventure.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!! Don’t tell Dyana about the snakes ;)

[@tiggertrailtails3112]

@@JenniferMabus your very welcome. haha ya definitely not just hopefully its cold enough they wont be under her boot or under her tent lol

[@Manzanitamystic]

You guys are hilarious! Thanks for this video! I can’t wait to be able to hike the Tahoe rim!

[@theherbivorehiker]

Fun! Seems like 2020 is the year of small thru hikes. Can't wait to see more.

[@JenniferMabus]

Small hikes are awesome! Thanks for watching!!

[@jennifermiddleton8713]

So awesome to see you back hiking!!! Yeah!!! Thank you for sharing these videos!!!

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, Jennifer!!

[@Jimbo-pm1dp]

OMG....some of these commenters obviously didnt see any of your feet footage (in the shower) when you were on the PCT....in a word filthy....lol....so good to see yu on trail again Starburst....yu two are a hoot....lookin forward to more content...yu look great Jen....yur moms a sweetheart !!! Does lady Di do stand up....lol !!!

[@JenniferMabus]

Hahaha thanks, Jimbo!! And Dyana is definitely a comedian in her own right...

[@coracluver9234]

Oh how we’ve missed your hiking videos! Looking forward to this. Thanks for taking us along!

[@JenniferMabus]

Glad you like them! :)

[@BadHikers]

Just found your channel and SOO excited!! love your videos!! So excited about how much amazing hiking content we have!! lol

[@Mtnsunshine]

So wonderful to see back on here and on the trail. 👍👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🏕💕. Thanks for taking us along again. 🙏🏼

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks for being here!!

[@CampfireJubilee]

Good to see you on trail again!!! I'm getting ready to hike on the Colorado Trail for just 5 days... my first big hike since the AT! I shall draw my inspiration from you. I haven't even posted my AT videos yet so probably won't vlog it... though I may not be able to contain myself. Thank you for sharing this, Starburst!! :)

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks for watching!! Good luck to you!! 😍

[@lucashvacdenver]

Do you keep the same "Trial Name" [Star Burst] as you had from the PCT?

[@JenniferMabus]

Yes! 😃

[@troyjenkins3886]

Glad to see you again,pretty awesome stuff🤙

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, Troy!

[@izbiz671]

Hello again Whimsy!!...everyone's favorite thru hiker...thanks for the video

[@JenniferMabus]

Oh that is sweet!! Thanks for following along!! :) :)

[@Wreck-itRick]

Your playlist starts at the end and goes backwards ??

[@JenniferMabus]

It doesn't anymore since I just posted the final video. :)

[@DorisHikingAdventures]

Yay! Another video series! I missed these updates

[@JenniferMabus]

😄😄

[@Bummville]

good to see you back on the trails again, and Dyana is also awesome

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!!!

[@genesnyder2985]

Glad your back looking forward to following along and thank you and your husband

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Gene! I appreciate you checking in on my husband as well.

[@josephssocialmedia3162]

I like to use Bai Water bottles... they are thin and durable like Smart Water, but they have a mouth as big as Gatorade bottles, so it's much easier to mix stuff in the water (no breaking tablets)

[@johnnymayo8534]

Ok..seeing this video and the fact that ur hiking again has made me unexplainably happy!! And ur friend Dyana is a hoot!! Stay safe! I trust Owen is doing fine and will return to the states soon.

[@JenniferMabus]

There are some pretty amazing moments ahead! And thanks for checking in on Owen. He is doing fine. :)

[@thechubbyhiker4142]

Yayyyy!! So happy to see you back on trail!! Looks like SO. MUCH. FUN! 👏👏👏

[@JenniferMabus]

Yay!! Glad you’re here!!!

[@sarahcox4180]

So excited to watch your next adventure!!!!

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!! :) :)

[@gaylewalker4239]

Great to see you back on trail. Happy times. Keep trekking.

[@JenniferMabus]

Nice to hear from you, Gayle! Seeing you comment always makes me smile. :)

[@carolinenunez3455]

You two are so funny together! It’s good to see you on a new adventure.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Caroline!

[@emiliabaltazzar8150]

So excited to see your new adventure

[@JenniferMabus]

Yay! Thanks!

[@Steff93]

This makes me want to rewatch your PCT series! Love these new vids. 👍

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Stephanie! 🥰

[@sagehiker]

Not unusual to be exhausted right out the trailhead; those pre-launch hours and night before can be hilarious and stressful. Rafts of humanity all tied together floating down the apocalypse :) NUNNs are the thing for electrolytes. Hanging food really only works with designated sites with hanging poles. So good to see you out there with a good friend.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Rob! Glad you're here. :)

[@greenbuckeyelove]

Starburst!!! I was thinking about you today AND here you are with a new video!! I love it!!

[@JenniferMabus]

It's meant to be!

[@greenbuckeyelove]

Yes it was! I just did a small section on the AT. 25 miles in three days. I love being out on trail and losing track of time and “what day is it anyways!?!” Thank you for your fun videos. I love hearing your shoes (or even mine for that matter) hit the dirt. It’s kind of hypnotic.

[@TFSOutdoors]

Great to see you back out on the trail again Starburst. Looking forward to seeing your trip and crazy antics with your crazy friend. 😀

[@JenniferMabus]

You got one thing right, she sure is crazy!!

[@johnd746]

Nice to see you back on a trail. Maybe we should give you a new trail name--Dirt Magnet or just-- Dirt. Have fun Starburst.

[@JenniferMabus]

Hahaha that is more fitting for sure!

[@billcummins9579]

nice to see a hiking video from you !! always great

[@JenniferMabus]

Glad you enjoyed it. :)

[@IBGECKO]

I floated down the Truckee last week, just me and my daughter in a raft, and we tried to keep 20 ft of distance between us and other floaters. Thought of you, though, because I think it was right around your day 1 or 2 :)

[@tommckinney1489]

Starburst = Dirt magnet. Welcome back!! Tillamook Cheese!! The best. Dyana and you really play off each other....I like the humor. Hike On!

[@JenniferMabus]

We get delirious as the days go on, just a heads up! Hahaha

[@mjeh1]

I'm excited to see a trail I've not heard of before. Hope yall have a great time.

[@JenniferMabus]

I am glad I can show you! I hope you like it.

[@nicolemayer1671]

What a safe respectful way to get out there, great to see :)

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, Nicole!!

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

GORGEOUS SCENERY COLORS BEAUTY VIEWS VIDEO! GLAD TO SEE YOU ARE DOING GOOD & SAFE & SOUND & HAPPY ! BE SAFE! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS! THANK YOU ! ENJOYED !

[@JenniferMabus]

💜💜💜

[@davidhenderson8962]

Nice to see you back on the trail.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, David!!

I am a US Army Veteran.....thank your husband for his service.......

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you so much!!!

[@thechristoff78]

Really enjoyed this! Smiled my way through it! Have followed you since the start of your PCT Thru-Hike - looking forward to the next upload!

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you so much!!

[@inkjob12]

Bear Bag !!!.....at least its a color no one can see !!!! ( NOT !!!!) You two were cracking me up....Dyana has mega energy....stay safe you two....

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, Randy!!

[@ben1NZL]

Hi Mom! Hey Jen, great to see you out hiking again, it's been a wee while. Nothing like a pandemic to spoil a plan or two. This looks like it could be a fun hike with the two besties. Best regards to Owen too.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Ben!

[@Wondering_Fireball]

Loved the Vlog, haven’t stopped LMAO yet. Your friend is a hoot! Y’all are great together. Still LMAO.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks for all the love, Perry!

[@iamzokore]

Yes!!!!!!! Been waiting for this one 🔥 Glad to see you were able to make it out 😎

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, Matt!! 😁

[@MissNikkor]

Yé! Good to see you back on the trail for another adventure!

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, Melanie!!

[@standingonmountain3975]

Starburst is back! Happy trails!

[@JenniferMabus]

Glad you're here!! :) :)

[@skagited9617]

Hi, Jenn... I'll bet you didn't do any cold-soaked lentils on this trip, eh!! Isn't this the area near where you had your little cougar encounter on the PCT? Great that something worked out for you so close to your parents! and thanks for sharing the adventure!! Skagit Ed

[@JenniferMabus]

Hahaha I actually wound up eating some lentils...you'll see! Lol

[@conniesuther9421]

What shoes are you wearing ?

[@Wondering_Fireball]

Starburst, the bugs have always loved you! LOL must be were you get the whimsical woman name from! LMAO

[@Drdee1]

Great to see you back on the trail!

[@JenniferMabus]

💜💜

[@TheHungryHiker]

I love seeing you on trail again. Yay!! 😀

[@JenniferMabus]

Yay! Thanks for being here!!! :)

[@wanttogoplaces]

Awesome adventures, will be watching

[@JenniferMabus]

Awesome, thanks!!

[@thomasmarse4120]

You are so brave! To experience this stretch of the pct again after the creature stalking episodes! You deserve a medal for bravery! Way to go starburst! Shower soon !

[@juliegordon6718]

So excited to watch you again! (That sounds creepy lol) Question, probably a silly one, but why did you pack you BV empty? And what do you have your food in inside your pack?

[@JenniferMabus]

My food is in a "food bag" in my pack. Having the bear canister empty on top of my pack feels better to carry. Then at night I put everything smellable into the bear can. :)

[@DaveGraffiti108]

🤣🤣🤣 lm hooked, you 2 are absolutely hilarious... couldn't stop laughing and lm binging through the rest

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks, David!!! :)

[@Mtnsunshine]

Great to meet Dyana. 😊. I've just subscribed to her channel. Looking forward to watching her videos of the PNT. 👍

[@JenniferMabus]

Her videos are great!

[@rimonagale1625]

Yay! Great to see you on this adventure Starburst!

[@JenniferMabus]

Woohoo! I am glad you're here Rimona!

[@owenfrederick1453]

So good! I can’t wait to watch more.

[@JenniferMabus]

[@Lue_Jonin]

So nice to see new videos from you Jen....Tuff luck on the CDT plans scrubbed.(such is life these days) Stay healthy & happy...adventurous & positive. ❤ ✌ 👣 - Blessings

[@henryw4129]

Another hiking adventure! Thanks, Starburst. Take care of each other out there.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thanks for following along, Henry!

[@cheylbailey7795]

Yay!!! Glad you got out on trail.

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, me too!

[@bittersweet340]

Hope you girls have a wonderful adventure, sad not to see Owen teaming up with you, not sure if hes a hiker, keep safe from NZ

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you! Owen would have definitely done this but he is currently deployed. Stay safe. 💜💜

[@jmpmusva]

Oh boy! Welcome back

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!!

[@CarinaSchrijft]

I love this so much! I am in Harz Germany at the moment. Day hikes from our little cabin. My boyfriend looks fresh and clean after an day and I am like the dirt monster. Having an amazing time 🎉 Last Saturday we walked up the Brocken. Got some mean comments and looks since I have a big ass.. Stil out walked them 🤐

[@JenniferMabus]

I am the dirty one and my husband is also the cleaner one. And ignore those people! I get hate on here too but it won't stop us!

[@CarinaSchrijft]

@@JenniferMabus never will I give into those comments. I know better. We hiked over 170 kms within a week and we are from a flat country. So not used to hills 😂

[@macross25]

In a world that feels like the Twilight Zone, Starburst is back! This video was very much needed today, thank you. 😎🖖

[@JenniferMabus]

Yay!!

[@skipandcherieadventures116]

Good to see you hiking again! Best wishes to Owen on his deployment too!

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you, Cherie!! We appreciate that. 💜

[@scottsteel2334]

Dirty within the first 3 miles, chafed shoulders, a wonky tent set up, fork and dinner half on the ground and Christmas in August for the bears - you have definitely lost your groove. Looking forward to part 2.

[@JenniferMabus]

Hahaha or maybe this was always my groove!? Lol

[@Wondering_Fireball]

I need to to find women like y’all to hike with, laughter for days! Awesome. LMAO

[@JenniferMabus]

Ya we are pretty fun sometimes ;)

[@JimBobele]

TRT seems to be a very nice trail. So, you'll probably reach the PCT in the second episode. I'm exciting to see you reuniting with the PCT, SOBO this time ;-) Have fun

[@JenniferMabus]

Thank you!!

[@Wondering_Fireball]

No shit, your shoes and gators are bright. As for the dirt, girlfriend you are a magnet .

[@johneason6540]

Is this a new waymark pack? What model is it

[@JenniferMabus]

Yes it is! And I think it's the Thru?...Whatever the 38L one is.

[@johneason6540]

@@JenniferMabus I think the 38L is new for this year. I've been interested in it. Give us an update from the trail. I think Darwin is using the same one this year.

[@elund408]

somthing in your chemistry makes you a dirt magnet.

[@JenniferMabus]

I would agree with this.

[@kristymoore7052]

I once cowboy camped on top of one of those “snake holes.” In the am my bag was poping up. I freaked and jumped out waking others. Others used a stick to expose the creature. It was a Mole. Poor guy was more scared than I was.

[@JenniferMabus]

Oh how sad!!! :(

[@jeffreyrule8143]

Back on trail. Keep on - Keppin on!

[@JenniferMabus]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@ricepapertea]

Hope you didn't get soaked last night. The rain was gnarly.