Talladega National Forest PART ONE

[@SmallADVentures1973]

You weren't going too slow, brother, you made it up there faster than I woulda (see, I'm not just older too, I'm dumb and still smoke 🤦‍♂️). Here's a tip that I learned though, when I'm watching one of my videos where I'm hiking and I feel like I was going too slow, just change the playback speed to 1.25X and I'm walking faster. NEVER change it to 2X and watch though, I'm too old to be double timing it up any hills 😜😂Jokes aside, great video! Awesome scenery, waterfalls, campfires, and content dogs swimming, it doesn't get any better, my friend. Wishing y'all an awesome Easter weekend 😊✌

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

🤣✌️ Ahhhh....playback speed. Now, I can walk faster. Is there also a way to look younger on camera? 😊 That is an issue for me too. Appreciate the kind words. Yeah, this was an awesome trip. We had such a good time out there. Appreciate you watching it. Part two will be out today around 5pm. All the best, Crow. 🤣✌️

[@SmallADVentures1973]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING 😁👍

[@kimberlymurphy6107]

Love the waterfalls and guitar 🎶 Great video!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Kimberly Murphy appreciate it Kimmie! You’re the best. Crow✌️

[@adrienneberry4958]

Awesome video! Can't wait for part 2

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

adrienne berry - Tomorrow evening at 5pm!

[@IanYGath]

What a gorgeous place to go hiking and camping. Great video too. I just read the description: great music. I knew that all wood guitars needed to be humidified, but in the bathtub? Lol. 🙂👍🏻👍🏻

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Ian Y Gath 🤣✌️ Yeah, my bathtub was the best acoustics for the recording. I guess that will be my new studio. Great my just a three chord guy, no musician...But, it was fun trying to learn how to add that music. It opens all new worlds for me and my old guitar...Thanks for watching buddy. ✌️

[@JimHayesHiking]

Great video my friend! Loved the view at about half way through plus the falls too. Nothing like sitting by a campfire listening to a distant whip-poor-will,lol.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it brother! Yeah, those whip-poor-wills were awesome. They followed us in PART TWO, which will be out tomorrow. I always film the campfire. That is my favorite, along with the waterfalls. Thanks for watching Brian! Appreciate ya brother! Crow✌️

[@renatalimarzi]

WOW! Wonderful hike!! Loved the little cascades and the views from above and the fantastic atmosphere with the fire at sunset.... !! Enjoyed every minute as always. And..the music!! What a SURPRISE!! You're SO TALENTED!! Great one my friend! Big hugs and thanks so much for these moments of pure joy! Ciao!! Renata

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Renata, you are so nice! Thank you so much. I loved filming this hike. It was such a treat to go on this adventure. Episode Two will be out in a few hours and Episode Three will be out tomorrow. Thank you, thank you, thank you for watching. Appreciate you very much. Crow✌️

[@renatalimarzi]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING Always my warm support, my friend!!😉😘

[@TheUltralightMindset]

Had a busy weekend so I'm playing catchup. Part one was great. Love the waterfalls, good views, and man, the guitar was killer. On to part two...👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Motivated By Mountains - Thanks friend. Let me know what you see I can do to make a better video. Congrats on your 50K. That is a epic trail run! Crow✌️

[@mountainsnmoore256]

Those views, though! They were great, but then that little waterfall was gorgeous. My wife’s grandmather was full of "old mountain wives’ tales” and she had two concerning the whippoorwill. 1) When you heard your first whippoorwill, it was time to put the shoes up for the summer, and 2) It would frost 6 months from the day that you hear the first whippoorwill. If that is true, we are in a for early frost this year. Or maybe that particular bird was just really eager to get the mating season started. LOL!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

🤣✌️ Funny, we were hearing two whip-poor-wills, so, they may have just been trying to hook up. We also think that the bird followed us to the campsite on the second night...or, there is just a haven for those birds. Because, the second night was ALL night long. Appreciate you always watching. We need a collaboration video, get Southern paddler involved too. Crow✌️

[@wrfleet]

Great video. Loved Penny and the waterfalls. Would never want to leave the waterfall. Thanks.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Will Chambers - Yeah, kind of reminded me of Abby. The owner said that dog would fetch until it passed out. It circled the water until it saw a stick at the bottom, then dived down. So much fun. Crow✌️

[@Packsalot]

I was impressed by the music. I love that style of acoustics. The falls were pretty cool. Clear water too. When I saw your wood pile you collected I thought you were going to stay there for a week. It seemed like a lot! I glad you were giving out moon pies instead of moons. 😁

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

🤣✌️ Moon pies instead of moons...now that is funny. Appreciate the kind words in the music. I had built it up in my mind that it was going to be hard to hard that. But, it was super simple. Yeah,, the water and the area out there was amazing! We burned that firewood just about all night. Crow✌️

[@lovewavesdriftingforever]

Nice 👍🏻 One ☝️ brothers... very enjoyable... the best part was the springs and the 🐕 really enjoyed his swimming around in the pool.. beautiful and relaxing atmosphere with you by the fire 🔥... take care out there.. much love 💓 🌏🧞‍♂️💕💭💕💭💕💭💕

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

LoVeWaVeSdRiFtInG fOrEvEr - Appreciate it! That coffee video was actually filmed on this trip. It is part of episode two, which comes out in a couple of hours. Appreciate you watching. Yeah, the campfire is my happy place. I could stay there the whole trip. 🤣✌️

[@PaulaTheCanadianExplorer]

awwww ... I want a dog...sometimes, no plans are the best of plans! Great idea! Great vid! Nice area. Beautiful day. The falls are beautiful. Thought you were going to fall in 🤣. Thanks for sharing. Hope you are staying safe. 😋

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it Paula. Yeah, that was one of my favorite trips. It was a blast hiking without a real set of plans. Thanks so much for watching my videos. Crow✌️

[@PaulaTheCanadianExplorer]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING - you are very welcome! Stay safe.

[@TinedeJong]

That was a very nice walk and the waterfall was also popular with your dog who swam a lot of laps. And tripping over a stone gives a special picture of your walk, because tripping is part of life to get ahead. 😜 😉

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching. Yeah, the one rock in the whole shot and I trip on it...🤣✌️. It was a great time out there. I appreciate you following the series. Part Two will Be tonight. Crow✌️

[@FOLLOWINGWALKERSWORLD]

Beautiful place! Looked like great weather. Love the guitar riff. I’m going have to start doing more of that. 👍👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

You should. I didn’t realize how simple it is. I simply recorded on “voice notes”. But, you can use “Garage Band” application or others. Thanks for watching buddy. Crow✌️

[@titanpreparedness]

Dude great video. Cool shots of the waterfall, got to meet a awesome dog, listened to a wipperwill, big fire, great music and made some lame jokes. I dig it man. Keep it up. Cant wait for parts 2 and 3

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

The Titan Preparedness Channel - appreciate it buddy! Yeah, that was a great trip. I realized I am out of shape on this series... I need to do some running. 🤣✌️ yeah, those waterfalls were incredible. Awesome time! Appreciate you always watching. Crow✌️

[@SideTrailAdventures]

What an awesome way to hike…one day at a time, love it! Watching those ants gave me goosebumps and pretty sure the astronauts could see that fire from the space station…good times! P.S.-The music is a perfect addition. Hope you’re able to do more of it in future videos. Definitely a step above everybody else…well done!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks friend! I have got to get you over here to the Pinhoti. Maybe in the fall? We need to go on a backpacking trip. If not here, maybe the Smokies. Appreciate the kind words. I’m no musician, just a three chord kind of guy. I used to play in a two bit band in college. It was some of my favorite times. But, we spend all the money we made on equipment. Appreciate ya! Crow✌️

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

The man in black! I need a good three or four day hike. I'm diggin the music! That is a very nice spot to camp. Hiking without a plan is so much fun. Take it as it comes and figure it out. It doesn't get much more free than that. Very enjoyable! Now thats a fire! All the best my friend. Cheers

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

It's Good in the Woods - Thanks Justin. Appreciate you watching. Appreciate the nice comment. Very kind! Can’t wait for your next episode. I want to see more of that shelter you are building. Crow✌️

[@waterfallmadman]

Beautiful views, and a gorgeous pair of waterfalls. It was a cute dog swimming at the falls, our lab would not have gone for a swim like that.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks buddy! Yeah, the owner said his previous lab. that passed away never would swim or fetch. He said they Penny (dog at waterfall) will fetch until she passed out. And, that dog was no puppy, just high energy. Thanks for watching. Crow✌️

[@jaribarem]

Great video with beautiful views. Gr Jan

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate ya friend! I had such a fun time editing this video and putting it together. Thanks so much for always watching. Crow✌️

[@ClaytonCountyHistoryHound]

Enjoyed watching. Looking forward to seeing more. Thanks for sharing and take care.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it! You always watch my videos. I appreciate it so much. Part Two will be out later today. Crow✌️

[@MikeWangCoaching]

Nice touch with the guitar soundtrack!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Way of Kung Fu - Appreciate it! Yeah, I had fun recording that. I tried to make the music match the trail. Thanks for commenting. Appreciate you watching. Crow✌️

[@diamondfashionstyle2573]

Wow

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you watching. Crow✌️

[@Yashvi_goswami]

Like

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks you very much! Crow✌️

[@ArtforYourEyes]

3like this is amazing and so beautiful I definitely need to get on a hike like this

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it! Yeah, we had such an awesome time on this hike. It was an amazing place. Part two will be coming up later today. Crow✌️

[@ArielleViking]

Beautiful hike, wonderful waterfalls and fantastic campfire. Needing to see all this in these times. Thankyou so much for sharing my friend. ❤

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

You are so kind! Appreciate you watching. Part Two will Be tonight with more camp fires and waterfalls. Appreciate you very much taking the time to watch my videos. Crow✌️

[@Charlieg01]

Loved the falls your a lucky man to hike in a place like that hip hip!!!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks Charlie! Yeah, that is such a cool place out there. It is my happy place...🤣✌️

[@lenns_artwork]

lovely nature, beautiful waterfall😍👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks so much! Appreciate you always watching. You are very kind! Crow✌️

[@SeattleTravelInsider_1]

Awesome Video Thanks for sharing!!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Travel Fun Lifestyle - Thanks so much! We had so much fun. Part Two will be out tomorrow evening at 5pm Central time. Appreciate you so much watching this episode. Very kind of you to take the time to watch. Crow✌️

[@turtleheadboys5263]

DUDE!! Awesome video, loved it! some outstanding views in that area! looked like a good time

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

TurtleHead Boys - Appreciate it! As you can see, we had a blast out there. So much to see and explore. Thanks for watching our little adventure. Joined your Facebook group today. Looks cool. Crow✌️

[@DataWatch.]

For a minute I thought she wasn’t going to fetch the stick! Amazing scenery up there. Must say friend you looked knockered at times. Didn’t watch every second of this video because a bit pre occupied but you got a full 22 minutes out of my tablet. Hiking isn’t for me but I really get why people enjoy it 🙏🏼

[@DataWatch.]

And those waterfalls 😍😍😍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it! Thanks for the nice comment. Yeah, I was knockered going up that mountain. In part two, I get dehydrated a bit. But, I hung in there. We had a blast. Thanks so much for watching. I really like your channel. Crow✌️

[@DataWatch.]

Knackered I meant 🧐🙄

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

lol...no worries. I had to look that word up. 🤣✌️ either way, I was tired. Appreciate you watching. In The second video, I get dehydrated from the heat. I recovered quickly with some electrolyte tablets. But, I was exhausted...😬. ✌️

[@DataWatch.]

AS THE CROW FLIES HIKING ah, I guess not a term used in the states. All the more confusing when my predictive text changed the spelling the first time around 🙄

[@hacksandcreation]

40 like, very interesting place, thanks for contacting with me

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Awesome! Really liked your channel. Thanks for watching my video. Crow✌️

[@lilimaiii]

I'm jealous that your dog can swim better than I can. 😅 looking forward to part 2 and 3.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

hikerekih - Thanks! Yeah, part two will be out tomorrow evening. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch. I had so much fun. I’m trying to use my original music in these. Still trying to figure they out. It made it fun recording music to each video. Crow✌️

[@lilimaiii]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING definitely added a nice touch to your video! I did the same for one of my video. I have zero music talent, but can play the piano one note at a time. 🤣. I use an app (on my phone) called "Parrot" to record the audio and it's easy to get the audio file and add that to your video. Give it a try if you dont have a good microphone like myself. The app is free.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate that! I will download that application. What video is your original music in, I want to go back and listen for it. Crow✌️

[@lilimaiii]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING please keep the bar low...like really low for my music. 😅😅 Here's the link, it's at the end when I sat by the water. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpypo56jfsacqbM

[@GUNSLINGEROUTDOORS]

Great vid. Brother.. looking forward to the next🇺🇸🤠

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

GUNSLINGER OUTDOORS - Appreciate it! We had a blast out there. Thank so much for watching that means a lot to me. Crow✌️

[@GUNSLINGEROUTDOORS]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING never a problem..

[@paddle_hike]

Great video! Nice to see nature, waterfalls etc.. I miss that a lot (Kayaking soon, river not frozen anymore). Great music buddy! (i play some instruments too). Keep enjoying nature and sharing...And mostly, stay safe!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Paddle & Hike - Thanks buddy! It never occurred to me about adding my own music until my son asked me about it. Then, I said, ok, I’ll give it a try. It was super simple, just recorded it and added it to the editor. Hopefully this craziness will be over soon and we can get back to hiking. Appreciate ya buddy! Crow✌️

[@paddle_hike]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING might try it one day too... i did composed tons.. it's a good idea

[@LeahRoe]

I hiked there MANY years ago. We went down the slave quarters trail which ended up being about 8 miles. Beautiful area!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Junkernecker - Awesome! Yeah, that area is my favorite place in the world. I need to check out that “space quarter trail”. Where is that? Thanks for watching. Crow✌️

[@tubbyguyoutdoors]

The views and those falls wow !! Beautiful area bud . Thanks for sharing it with us . Stay safe stay healthy

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it! Yeah, I had never been to those falls before. It was amazing. I could have stayed there all weekend. Crow✌️

[@MiscMitz]

Great hike. 👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Damitz85 - Appreciate it friend! Thanks so much for watching. Crow✌️

[@delmoniamusic]

I enjoy it no doubt. I wish I can accompany you into these wonderful places. The guitar chords add more luster and beauty to your fabulous videos. My regards to Jiff 👍👍👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Delmonia - You are so kind! Appreciate you following our little journey as we hiked around the Talladega National Forest. We have had a great time out there. Appreciate you kind words about my music. It’s nothing fancy, but, you are kind to say nice things. Adding my music had really opened up my possibilities. Thanks again! Crow✌️

[@delmoniamusic]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING Not at all Crow, I enjoy it bud :)

[@adrienneberry4958]

The falls are beautiful...love that in your videos

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

adrienne berry - Yeah, I think those were my favorite falls yet. Crow✌️

[@pinoymexdeliciouso]

this is beautiful place for hiking great view in forest

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

pinoymex deliciouso - Thank you so much! It was an awesome time for sure. That mountain is my happy place. The waterfalls just add to the joy. You are very kind. Thank you for watching. Crow✌️

[@hacksandcreation]

Stay connected

[@flying-rhino-drones-on]

what a great day to share, looks like a great time

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks so much! You have an excellent channel. Crow✌️

[@MinuteontheMountain]

That's awesome that you used your own original music on this. Great video. The spot in the intro looked amazing.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Minute on the Mountain - Thanks buddy! Appreciate that. I’m no musician, just a three chord guy. 🤣. But, it was fun adding that to the video. Did you receive the backpack yet?

[@MinuteontheMountain]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING I haven't seen it yet, but I'm sure it will be here soon.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

I sent it FedEx. I’ll check the tracking tomorrow.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Not sure why it is taking that long.

[@MinuteontheMountain]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING no worries.

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

Awesome mountain ranges and amazing waterfalls. I could really use this kind of trip right now, ughh take care buddy Happy Camping

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate ya! Yeah, that is my happy place. Just give me a waterfall, mountain, and campfire...I’m set! Crow✌️

[@inthewoodswithbigfoot3941]

Cool hike! I'm with you on the slow hiking deal. Thanks for bringing us along!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate ya buddy! Yeah, slow hikers are the best! 🤣✌️

[@icebearhikes]

I stepped in fire ants with crocs on down in Georgia on the PMT last July. 😬 Thank goodness you didn't get bit up! At first I thought you stepped in poop! 😆 I love Penny; she's such a good girl!! 🐶😍🐕

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Yeah, I wish I had that dog. She was a ball of energy. The owner said, “Keep your video on Penny, you will get some cool shots”. Sure enough...she did not disappoint. That dog was a beast in the water. He had to drag her out to leave. 🤣✌️. Crow✌️

[@DronesForGodsGlory]

Thank you so much for this beautiful upload and your most valued friendship...i pray God will bless and keep you and loved ones safe now and into forever :)

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

You are very kind. Your channel is absolutely stunning. I have never seen anything more cool with the music. I am a person of faith as well. I told my father about your channel. He subscribed as well. I will definitely be watching all your videos. They are so peaceful to watch. Thanks so much for watching my video. Crow✌️

[@brianferris1233]

thank you for posting, As The Crow Flies 👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks Brian! We had fun out there. Cheaha is my happy place. Crow✌️

[@brianferris1233]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING It looked it, have a good Easter weekend, As the Crow Flies 👍

[@Everydaybackpacker]

Man your trip videos are so much fun. I laugh every time. I need to start filming more of the candid moments on my trips. I love learning new things from others videos. I also need to get someone to give me a trail name, lol. Great trip, great job.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Everyday backpacker - Thanks so much buddy! Yeah, we had a blast out there. Just hanging out and relaxing. Well, except when I got dehydrated...I learned to always keep electrolyte tablets in my kit. Luckily, Jeff had some. It worked great. Appreciate you always watching. Crow✌️

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Everyday backpacker- Part Two is up now...

[@WaltRevenJr]

Brad the guitar playing was awesome man, neat to know you have that talent!! I tried learning in my youth but did not have the patience lol. Funny with the rock haha, Im extreme clumsy myself. Man that is one beautiful area, those views are breathtaking! Cannot wait for part 2 and 3 man. That waterfall pond was crazy cool!!! Dedicated pup there, even going under to get the stick how cool!! That was nice of your soon regarding the moon pie too! Cya in part 2 man, thanks for sharing these awesome hikes

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Walt Reven Jr - Appreciate it! Thank for always watching Walt. Ok, remember part two is where you have to tell me what kind of mushroom 🍄 it is... That dog we came upon was awesome. She was full of energy. The owner said the dog would fetch until she passed out. Appreciate ya buddy! Crow✌️

[@WaltRevenJr]

Yea man I cant wait to see that, I remember you saying it on facebook. I will do my best to id it for us! You are welcome man, I really enjoy your videos. Have a great weekend my friend

[@12STONESADVENTURES]

This looks like an awesome place to hike, reminds me of Hanging Rock State Park here in NC. Nice video!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Hanging Rock State Park...that just got added to my bucket list. 👍. I looked it up. Looks like an awesome place to explore and hike. Thanks for sharing. Appreciate you watching the video. I am loving your channel. Crow✌️

[@12STONESADVENTURES]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING thanks a bunch. I appreciate it 👍 I've enjoyed watching your videos as well.

[@hikewithmike4673]

great hi def video ….I like camping and hiking in alabama...go to Mt. Cheaha a lot....I love the sounds of the whiporwills

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Hike with Mike - Thanks buddy! I knew you would like the Whip-poor-wills. Those birds are beautiful. We had some with great lungs. They were up all night. Cheaha is my happy place. Thanks for always watching buddy. Crow✌️

[@delmoniamusic]

I wonder how you protect your selves if you face wild animals like bears or alike? Wow am watching and listening to waterfalls now it’s marvelous views guys. Amazing sunset, fire view and the sound of that birds. So interesting video 👍👌

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it very much! I haven’t had any run ins with dangerous animals yet., My fingers are crossed that I never do...😬. Thanks so much for the kind words. We had a great time out there. Sunrise, Sunsets, waterfalls, and campfires...that is my happy place. Crow✌️

[@leandrawinter6437]

I've been building a fire outside a lot lately! I love it at night. 🤩 There is just something about it! Great video! 👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Take Me There 20 - Thanks so much. I built a fire in my backyard tonight. Building a fire is my favorite. Part Two will be our tomorrow night. The fire is even bigger in that episode. 🤣✌️

[@alexonthemountain8343]

Alabama is beautiful man! I used to live there years and years ago actually. A small town called Aniston. Anyhow, very nice shots, I always enjoy your fire pit scenes too👍👍

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Wow! You lived in Aniston! What took you out west? Work?Super cool. That isn’t far from where we were. Appreciate it friend! Thanks so much for always supporting my videos. I am a big fan of your videos. If I ever see one pop up, you know I will watch it. You have a talented for this stuff. That last video was amazing. All the best, Crow✌️

[@alexonthemountain8343]

AS THE CROW FLIES HIKING Thanks buddy I really appreciate it! After we lived in Alabama we moved to Germany, Belgium and France since my dad worked for the NSA. I didn’t move to the West coast until I was 18. We were all over the place, lol!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

That is cool. You have been able to see the world. ✌️

[@travelandmixedvideos1017]

Nice video 1like from me

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it! Thanks so much for watching the hike. Part Two will be out tonight. Crow✌️

[@BurtonOutdoors]

The HD quality of your camera is insane, I'm watching this on a Samsung 55 inch TV and it's astounding quality. So crisp. Love that pool at the start. Those views at 10:30 👌❤ that my friend is a fire. Enjoyed this, looking forward to the other parts. Lee

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Thanks Lee. We had such an awesome time out there. Part Two will be out today. I appreciate the kind words. I could have stayed at that waterfall for days. Such a cool place. Really appreciate you watching my videos. Crow✌️

[@WanderingWiley]

Finally able to watch this series, hope all is good

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it buddy! Hope you enjoyed it. I finally got to add my original music to the videos. That was fun dreaming up some riffs for the videos. All the best. Crow✌️

[@johnnyb2537]

Nice! Never hike w younger guys, you should know this. Your production value is improving too. Enjoyed it.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Johnny B - Appreciate ya buddy! I saw you have been fishing lately. Great stuff. Remember we need to go to the Cahaba when this is over. Thanks buddy. Crow✌️

[@johnnyb2537]

AS THE CROW FLIES HIKING Yep, I’ve got a few spots picked out!

[@GoneFeralWithSquidly]

Slam dunk on the music!! I stand by my invitation to go hike together once this virus mess is over.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Gone Feral With Squidly - Absolutely! We need to plan it. I think by mid-May, hopefully things will be back to normal. Appreciate ya buddy! Crow✌️

[@jessicaandclary-siberianhu3256]

😆👌🙋🙋🙋

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Jessica - Our Husky -Girl Appreciate it! Thanks for watching. Crow✌️

[@rialobran]

Great effort with the music, it fitted perfectly. It's something I keep meaning to do, got the tunes written I'm just not set up to record them. Beautiful place to hike, I read somewhere the hills I hike in over here are the last vestiges of the Appalachians no idea if that's right but they sure look similar. :)

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

What’s up buddy! Appreciate the kind words. You should record your music on your videos. I would love to hear it. Yeah, we had a great time out there. Thanks for always watching my little adventures. Crow✌️

[@JBENHIKES]

Brother, I’m blown away by how good your guitar was...! Man it was GREAT getting to hike with you. To everyone out there that wonders if hiking with “AS THE CROW FLIES HIKING” is a good time as it seems it would be ... well I’m here to testify... it was GREAT! Looking forward to seeing your next videos. Everyone stay tuned as we saunter around in the Talladega National Forest. - CASH

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

JBENHIKES - Cash, you were the star of the show. I saved all the stories. I was editing episode two and three and the stories are great. Appreciate the music comment. But, I’m just a “three chord” kind of guy. It was fun though to figure out how to use that. Appreciate ya buddy. Let’s go again. Crow✌️

[@RCModSquad]

If you ever get bifocals you’ll have plenty of rocks to trip over. 😂 Have a great day and be safe out there!

[@lilimaiii]

😂😂

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

🤣✌️ Can you believe that...?One rock in the shot and I trip over it. I didn’t even realize it until I was editing. I’m getting old. Great comment. ✌️

[@RCModSquad]

AS THE CROW FLIES HIKING when I first got bifocals my dogs were afraid of me for a while and I think I kicked every piece of furniture in the house. It’s like walking while you’re looking through a GoPro. 😂

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

That is a perfect reference. I actually need bifocals. My close up vision is starting to go...😬

[@adrienneberry4958]

Music!!!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

adrienne berry - That was the most fun part of this video. Thanks for watching AB! Crow✌️

[@JohnMillwoodOutdoors]

How far is the hike from where you parked to where you camped the first night? I think you said that campsite was about 500 yards from the waterfall. I've been wanting to camp in that forest, but I'm not familiar with the water sources. I'm more of a camper than a mile hiker. I would hike to a spot and camp there for two or three days if it's near water. I enjoy watching your videos.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

John Millwood Outdoors - Appreciate it John. There is a trail head at High Falls, South of Cheaha. I have never entered the Forest from that trailhead. This was my first time being on the Odum Scout Trail. But, (I wish I knew the correct mileage, I don’t think the falls are too far from that trailhead (High Falls). We started at Turnipseed Campgrounds and hiked up to the Pinhoti Trail, that runs across the ridge. From there, we crossed the Pinhoti and counnted to the Odum Scout Trail, and hiked to the falls. 9-10 miles. But, there is a much shorter way. By simply starting at the High Falls Trailhead. I can’t imagine it is more than a few miles to the falls. Then, you simply walk to the top of the falls and as soon as you get on the Odum Scout Trail, the campsite is immediate to your right. We could hear the falls from that campsite. I hope that helps. The ranger Station has a map they can email you of the area, which shows the trailhead. If I can find it, I’ll try to send to you. Crow✌️

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

John Millwood Outdoors - email me at my email address on my “about” page on my channel. I will try to send you that map, if I can find it.

[@JohnMillwoodOutdoors]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING - I found the map on AllTrails. I believe this is the route you took but in reverse. www.alltrails.com/trail/us/alabama/high-falls-to-turnipseed-campground-via-odum-trail I found addresses to all the trailheads for parking. Yes, the High Falls Trailhead has parking not far from the falls as you mentioned. Thank you for the info.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Yes! That is is. It doesn’t disappoint! You will love it there. I Enjoy your channel. I have watched all your videos because you go to Oak Mtn. State park. Great stuff! Crow✌️

[@pjontheat9899]

Another great video! Looks like a great trail. What kind of maps are you using?

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Appreciate it PJ. For this trip, I just know the first two trails. For the third and fourth day, JBenhikes used AllTrails to get to the old CCC bridge. That trail is in the third episode. But, pretty much anything on Cheaha is like second nature to me. That is my favorite place in the world. 🤣✌️

[@TrailsYeah]

Dude great video! And your own original music???? I think you just leveled up as a KZbinr!

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

🤣✌️. Appreciate ya buddy! It was a blast putting my little riffs in the video. I built it up in my mind that it would be too hard, but, it was super simple to add. You are very kind my friend! I am a big fan of your videos. Crow✌️

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

I hate dogs...crap...I must be stupid...that confirms it. 🤣🤣🤣 Just kidding, dogs are my favorite. Appreciate ya watching buddy. Hope you and the family are well. Crow✌️

[@TrailsYeah]

Timlikestohike that awkward moment I see notifications from KZbin, and think somebody actually commented on one of my videos 😂😂😂 WOMP WOMP

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

I’m actually glad both of you commented here. Both of you guys are super funny. 🤣✌️

[@outdooriowan]

Awesome video like always. I always look forward to your videos. I need to make it down there to backpack sometime. What temps do you get down to in February?

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

HENNING OUTDOORS - Thanks buddy! Some of my coffee video was cut from part two, which will be out tonight. That is a good question about temperatures in February in Alabama. People joke they Alabama has all four seasons in a week, plus the 5th season...tornados, which we may have here tomorrow. Seriously though, it can get down in the 20s in February. But, it may be in the 60s in February...it all depends. Usually having a 20 degree sleeping bag gets me by all year round down here. Appreciate you watching. Crow✌️

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

When you want to come down, maybe in the fall...? Let me know and we will plan a hike. Crow✌️

[@outdooriowan]

@@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING sounds awesome. I'm thinking winter so I can escape the cold and snow up here but I will let you know man. We will get something in the works.

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Awesome! Sounds like a plan. ✌️

[@DimplesAnArabianJourney]

Like 44 subscribed done ✅ thankyou for connecting.. Stay Safe 😀👍🔔

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

Dimple’s An Arabian Journey - Awesome! Thanks so much. You have a great channel. Thanks for subscribing. Crow✌️

[@adrienneberry4958]

Your tag should be Johnny Danger

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

adrienne berry - I like it. Danger is my middle name. 🤣✌️

[@adrienneberry4958]

Did u get any blueberries Did you remember my rock?

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

adrienne berry - got you a rock. The blueberries were not out yet. They were about to Blum.

[@adrienneberry4958]

First mistake..no mapped trail..cue for getting lost

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

adrienne berry - Yep, based on all my past videos...yeah, but, we made it out. Thanks AB! Crow✌️

[@adrienneberry4958]

Where is his guitar

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

adrienne berry - Who? Mine?

[@SeniorHiker77]

Brad I hate to tell you this but you not old if anything you would be middle age. So huff and puff and get on up that hill. Lol

[@ASTHECROWFLIESHIKING]

So true! Like you always say, I need to stop acting old and get on with it. 🤣✌️. Thank you friend. Appreciate you watching. Stay safe. Crow✌️