The #1 Trail Hazard That Most Hikers Overlook | The Latest New Hampshire Hiking News ep. 2

[@Mainedwella33]

“ Trail talk with Taylor” is the name I like for your weekly update series. Love what you do for the NH hiking community!

[@leedanielson7452]

That's good!👍 Or "Taylor Talks Trails" 😊

[@traileagle9247]

Great ideas!

[@roberttrinies7698]

"Trail time Taylor", since she's named after Tim Taylor.

[@meghanjones185]

Love this idea, @Mainedwella33!

[@charliejg]

You're spot on with the leaves issue. They hide so many tripping points. But, they also hide those pesky, pointy rocks(I'm in Pennsylvania! LOL!) which can cause foot injuries. Here's my thought for a title: 'Hampshire Hiking Happenings" or just "Hampshire Happenings" maybe. Good luck with the channel. Have a great weekend.

[@leedanielson7452]

Taylor if I recall the dreaded Grouse was a trail hazard for you!!! 😂😂😂 Yes, I remember that video and probably will never forget it!!!😊🥰👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ASchof2]

Really enjoying this new series. You mentioned the REI 20% discount on the Garmin InReach Mini 2 which I’ve wanted for awhile and as you said I got it for $100 off. Thanks for the heads up! 👍

[@washguy5982]

Coos County guy here. In the last few years I have had encounters with sketchy folks at trailheads and boat launches. Not common but still unsettling when it happens.

[@noveltynation8759]

5k with a stroller is badass - love the news idea keep it up

[@tomellis3218]

Great post . Wet leaves can be a real hazard thank you for posting. Talking about hiking rescue is really an important service even for those of us who not even in New Hampshire and hike in the Mid Atlantic Region. Safeftyoversummit is great. This was well presented and produced. ❤😊

[@counterfit5]

Dry leaves can also surprisingly be slippery, depending on what they're on top of.

[@grace06x]

You are an inspiration to me and reminder I need to get a headlamp. I hike in CT, nothing too crazy but it’s good to be prepared.

[@RickINFJ]

Congrats on the 5K! What a quick turnaround on both rescues! Glad all made it out ok. Leaf litter is a major hazard of fall hikes, thank you for bringing attention to it. Hmm, series name..The Nahamsha Times, On Trail w/ Taylor, 411 on the 603 😂 ok now I'm reaching. Love this series! ✌️

[@kramericainds]

The new set and format are awesome. Congrats! You should get a sponsorship from Dunks.

[@completelyrandom8150]

Leaves are a legit challenge. Have taken some spills from them for sure. Love the dad joke about the leaf blower!

[@bethhodges2014]

Yup leaves on trail are slippery, and you can use what is under them roots wobbly rocks or even worse acorns in a big nut year, like skating on ball bearings, not too bad on short hike no fun if tired on longer. Hiked in CT earlier in month, seems like half of hike had been leaf blown. other steep downhill part not good luckily short(1 mile) descent so able to use poles to clear almost every other step, Happy Trails, another great video. 👍

[@melanieworthington4110]

Love the “ NEWS” platform . Thanks for the information and gear recommendation and “ easy trail “ suggestions for beginners or recovering from injury . Very informative and enjoyable to watch.

[@shelliebrassler4430]

I appreciate you for sharing these stories and how we can be better prepared and/or mindful when we are in the woods. #safetyoversummit. Maybe a new tee?

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

Ooh maybe I can design one to raise money for search and rescue!!

[@shelliebrassler4430]

@ I’d buy one for sure!

[@traileagle9247]

@@TaylortheNahamshaHikerI’d buy one too!!

[@EfficientRVer]

This is your first video of this type that I've watched. I like it, partly because you're good at it. You're as comfortable presenting this light news as any TV magazine type show. The incident reports take me back to when I binge read about 10 years worth of "Accidents in North American Mountaineering" and got really familiar with every type of mistake that could be made on Denali, before I went up Shasta and Whitney in 1992. How quickly the Chocorua lost hikers were taken out was impressive. I've only gone up Chocorua once, to observe the 1994 annular solar eclipse there. The hike up seemed interminable, despite my having done the big peaks out west, and often going up Monadnock once or twice per weekend at the time. It was a slog, and my GPS (the very early, crude, and expensive Garmin 45) had some trouble with the density of the forest. I ended up stopping 50-100 feet of elevation below the peak, to set up my cameras, etc. I thought I was all alone up there, but when the eclipse became the centered "ring of fire" a bunch of German tourists started yelling on the peak. A few minutes later, I joined them up there, then a Cessna flew by below us, very shakily getting bounced around by the winds. Long slog getting back down. Pretty sure it was Piper trail.

[@mayazeissig]

I love these videos!! My recommendation would be "Nahamsha News"

[@jordanlong8322]

Leaves are way more dangerous than packed snow! I'm currently working on my 48 in NH. I started becoming a winter hiker a few years ago (cold weather is my friend, no bugs, flat trails). A few weeks ago decided to do a fall foliage hike. Normally make better time coming down than going up. I forgot how slippery those leaves were. I had to be so careful where I stepped... it slowed me down so much.... ended up finishing after dark, way later than planned, so thankful I always bring the head lamp!

[@fwskungen208]

Look I can attest to the Garmin inreach being important! I saved a guy in the mountains in northern Sweden with it!

[@leelagreenwood]

I was hiking at and around Mt. Greylock and it was fine the first day but that night the wind really picked up and there was a foot of leaves on most parts of the trial. It was not too big of a deal until I go to a steep descent. I had to go really slowly and I was still slipping around. I was very glad to have my poles.

[@ShelleyAIC]

Absolutely love this new series, I did run into you coming into the building where Burgeon is after your 5K and really wanted to tell you how you inspire me but it was weird between the doors so I let you go on with your day❤

[@kristymoore7052]

I understand where you are going. As a west coast subscriber, this does leaves me out. I have appreciated and enjoyed your content snd your recommendation on the Shocz headphones which saved me on the JMT, also out west. I love the AT community and have been out for a teeny portion so far, but have no idea about NH.

[@DarrellSampson-s9m]

Call your new channel the helpful hikers. The info you provide is definitely helpful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@heartattackhiker3527]

Those hidden rocks and roots are dangerous and have nearly caused serious injury to myself while hiking. Once I face planted in Oregon after tripping over a rock hidden by brush on the side of the trail. Happy trails, be safe everyone.

[@DavidWisehart]

In addition to leaves, watch out for acorns. I just finished the PCT, and in the autumn in Southern California I slipped on both leaves and acorns. When there are a lot of acorns on trail, they can roll like marbles underfoot.

[@KathyPfleger]

I am from South Jersey, but I love watching and learning! Would love to visit your beautiful state again.

[@sammonicuslux]

LOVE this format!!

[@bird.1980]

Dont forget about the low hanging tree limbs while you are looking down. Ive bonked my head so many times im surprised i havent poked an eye out.

[@paulasaxon6238]

Long ways from NH, but if you haven’t already read about it - read about the SAR at Mt Whitney. Two hikers attempted to hike with almost 200 pounds of new gear, including 5 gallons of water. They were carrying almost 100 pounds a piece! They only made it 2 miles. Gee, I wonder why!! Crazy story. Love this weekly news!

[@TXMEDRGR]

I like the opening graphics, so professional looking. Great job! P.S. Name the series Taylor's Trails.

[@heidisoucy4780]

I hiked sandwich dome a couple weeks ago and while I was lucky enough to have dry leaves, they still made the trail so much harder to follow and hid tons of small rocks just waiting to roll my ankle! The flattest part of the hike was the most difficult!

[@counterfit5]

I slipped on dry leaves a few years ago and tweaked my knee. Still having issues with it 😑

[@jeffmorris993]

Hi, I'm sure you all ready know about this but check out the Mt Washington Observatory webinar scheduled for tonight at 1830. Very timely presentation. 🐻

[@kjh6395]

The leaves are no joke! I hiked a section of the AT in NC last week and I cannot tell you how many times I rolled an ankle because I had no idea what was under the leaves. Trekking poles did prevent me from falling though.

[@markmilton2080]

Thanks Taylor - stopped by your shop when you were doing the 5K. Sorry I missed you! Planning to head to Amicalola on 2/17/25. Thanks for all the great advice!

[@MIKROWAVE1]

Wow, yes, on the leaves and especially the dry oak leaves, which are almost waxy slippery.

[@MIKROWAVE1]

Oh name? HIKETALKALY

[@isabellec857]

Awesome video: I would name it Talking trails with Taylor : trail stories and weekly updates.

[@glorgau]

Mount Chocurua has some wide open rock slabs that get covered with ice where you can slip and slide off a cliff. High penalty for failure.

[@susietopspin]

I hiked most of the AT in Pennsylvania in fall and early winter with the leaves. I think it actually helped with the rocks, but that’s just my opinion.😮. Love this new content you’re putting out and wishing you lots of success.. Happy trails.🤘🏻🥾⛰️

[@catpatrick3838]

Wet leaves covering slick rocks has always been my least favorite thing about fall hiking. I absolutely love hiking in the fall but the leaves do make things hazardous, especially on the descent.

[@TheresaFflip13]

A name suggestion is "Taylors Trail talk weekly!" ❤🎉

[@MichaelJones-lq5is]

I've done a one way hike over Kearsarge north, from Green Hill Rd to Hurricane mountain Rd. In the first stretch, on a fire Rd, I bent down to tie my shoe and an otter ran over the bank. Didn't bring enough water, but I had a filter, but closer to the peak the sources dried up. Using my poles I basically ran down the south face to catch my ride, and reach a water source. Off the trail, down a steep bank was the stream, so I climbed down to fill up. So I was crouched down squatting filling up my bottle for a while, and when I went to get up my legs didn't want to work anymore. Luckily I was only a mile or so from the trailhead so it wasn't too bad. Beautiful hike though.

[@kengarrett2211]

great video and good reminders. good thing not to go down trails like the brook trail that are on the elective terrifying 25. i use my trekking poles to check through the leaves

[@paulramsey2000]

I hike in Arizona, not New Hampshire, but I appreciate your idea to keep your focus on NH. If someone wants to cover another area I encourage them to create their own show and I don't mean that in a snarky way. There are plenty of generic hiking shows out there (I like Hiking Guy, though I'll admit he covers west coast better since that is where he lives)

[@duanereyhl5200]

Great series. I enjoy it even though I don't live in New Hampshire.

[@staceyw586]

Awesome job! Thanks for all the great info! 🥾🎒

[@wildeone1636]

Watch out for acorns. They can be deadly🙀

[@ritawentworth]

Hi there, we were out the last few weekends and yes the leaves make walking the trails difficult. I think I found every dip in the trail, every hidden ankle twister out there (yes I'm exaggerating) I love hiking the shoulder seasons though. The paugus trail was really tough to follow because of leaves. We were up on chocorua I think 3 weekends ago when it was real gusty OMG. I thought I was going to get blown away. I stayed low. Heart was racing though. Can you talk about the trail blazes and explain about the different colors they are, if you know. Do you know why some trails are marked well and some are not. Also can you put a date in the video when your on the weather page so we know which weekend if we happen to watch it later, thanks. Also do you sell the element mixes in your shop. Thank you

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Really enjoyed it. You are doing good! Thanks

[@MichaelJones-lq5is]

Technically in Maine but apparently still the white mountains is deer hill spring, where the water bubbles up through silt and it looks like something volcanic

[@Davidadventures]

I stumbled upon your NH utube. I'm in the Class of 24, AT thru hikers. Unfortunately, I had to take some time off and got behind schedule. I flipped from NY to Maine and finished most of ME and up Katahdin on October 11. Then, I went back to the Presidentials. The Auto Road had been closed for a week and there was 17 inches of snow that had fallen. It seemed like winter had set in and I wouldn't be able to make it through the Whites/Presidentials. As such, I suspended my thru hike and went home to California. As a side note, I am a mountaineer and have climbed Mt Rainier, and the other Pacific NW volcanos. In this season, I've hiked about 1600 miles of the AT. Do you think it's still possible to get through NH at this time of year? If not, when should I plan to return?

[@completelyrandom8150]

I vote for Nahamsha (Hiking) News...with your host Taylor

[@Rozela16]

Mt. Monadnock even got me with the leaves. I stepped back in the parking lot & i fell because one leg went over knee deep in a hole of leaves. Like mud, you never know how deep it can be!

[@NewDayNewAdventure77]

“Nahamsha hikes” sometimes simple says it all! Love the channel format despite being a PA hiker😂

[@walterpaton8698]

Good Friday morning Taylor.

[@StamfordBridge]

Traylalk (short for Taylor’s Trail Talk 😗😏)

[@jk-cj2ly]

On October 31st, I purposely butt-slid down Mt. Roberts a few times. At 61, the risk of slipping was real. It was like walking on ice.

[@michael_budda]

Leaves on rocks ain't no joke! It's easy to 'brush' that danger aside but it's legit real. I was mountain biking the other day and it was like riding on ice. But not just slipping, you never know if there is a rock under them or not! Have to be very careful!! 🙏🙏 That's for bringing awareness to that!

[@davidandmoose1499]

I have been told by an REI employee, that if you use REI trekking poles you need to use REI brand rubber tips and snow basket. Black Dianond brand tips and baskets are NOT recommended.

[@melanieworthington4110]

You have a Pennsylvania fan !

[@zuzuspetals8323]

New to your channel. Thank you! p.s. “Nahamsha” -I thought that was a New Age term. 😂

[@livelifewithdeedee]

I love this series and I don’t even live any where close to NH How about Nahamsha Hiking with Taylor -

[@stephenholdsworth4315]

If the viewers support Sierra, new store opening 11-23. Concord exit 14 former Bed Bath and Beyond location.

[@daleaustin5701]

Hmm. Can't think of any names but I think the coverage of a different state idea is alright if you don't have much going on in NH sometimes.

[@grace06x]

I loved the subscriber pics!!!

[@KathyColorado1]

Thank you for sharing!

[@ttb1513]

11:10 I’m so excited to be able to get 20% off on a leaf blower from REI! 😂

[@christinewold9995]

Nahampshire Outdoors!! This let you cover all that happens outdoors!!!

[@stevenwarner7348]

This is an excellent video. I did share last weeks post here in Epsom. Course everyone is pretty districated. Just saying. Thanks vry much. 〰✨🌿👍🌿✨〰. Epsom

[@johnsandell4501]

Leaves injure more outdoor hikers and hunters. Thanks for telling folks. Safety👍👍👍 " Safety for future successful hikes"

[@K37-h1z]

Not a big hiker. But i love my granite state, so ima here!

[@Seniorhikingproject]

How do people lose their trail. Did they not have alltrails?. Alltrails beeps when you 20 feet of trail. BTW thank you for all your great shares.

[@db.mc2]

Thanks Taylor 👍🏻

[@lucasdeaver9192]

How much does search and rescue charge hikers to be rescued?

[@garystopka2630]

Taylor's Hiking tips for Nahamsha . . my suggestion

[@marysorb6464]

Before I heard you LOL bring a leaf blower LOL I was going to post "NO NEED TO BRING A Leaf SCAMBLOWER TO REMOVE THE LEAVES" Noise and environmental pollution....... thank you for the Leaf safety post....

[@counterfit5]

EGo makes a battery backpack blower 🤔

[@jeevjagostudios]

I guess I'm gonna have to be the jerk who corrects you and gets to take the heat from your peeps.😡Daylight Saving Time (AKA Summer Time) in the USA begins on the second Sunday in March and ends on the first Sunday in November. Now, we're back on Standard Time. Just sayin' . . . Please don't hate me.😉I'm a subscriber to all your KZbin channels and enjoy your videos.

[@traileagle9247]

You are just trying to help make it accurate. Good job helping.

[@annalorence5748]

Name idea TNN : Taylor New Hampshire News

[@dfizzle323]

Love it!!

[@Mark-kd7yp]

Thanks for sharing

[@kiv6920]

An alliteration that’s probably too long and cumbersome, but here it is: “Taylor’s Trail Trekking Talking Tips” 🤷‍♂️ or maybe “Nahamsha on New Hampshire”

[@karenfarrell3961]

Microspikes on leaves….going to experiment!

[@albertborgman859]

I hear the young hobbit got pulled into a tree in Mirkwood.

[@chaddavis5225]

Like little more on the Garmin product that you had mentioned in this video.

[@TaylortheNahamshaHiker]

It's a satellite communicator! Can send messages / call for help in the backcountry if there's no service. I linked the product in the description if you want to read more about it.

[@chaddavis5225]

@TaylortheNahamshaHiker I do have a Garmin watch . Since I like to learn about new products as a solo hiker at times

[@briangittens5029]

Nahamsha News

[@jeannenimmo5]

Great video and nice that the little one went with you on the 5K fund-raiser. Do you know how much $$$ was raised for their efforts? Just a thought - perhaps every so often, you could throw in a rescue or mishap from the past. You know, a little historical perspective, maybe. Be well, stay safe. 🥾

[@michaelpaine8884]

Taylor Trekking Tips !

[@DavidGoetcheus]

Taylor's Trax

[@MaxIsRetired]

Make sure it is a battery powered leaf blower. They are lighter, easier to use, and better for the environment. 🤪

[@kenmachine9951]

Hey Taylor🎉🎉🎉 Ken NC

[@lark518Photo]

Nahamsha Hiking News, NHN

[@BillBurt-i6w]

Wet leaves on the trail are no different than leaves on the road - slippery when wet. Plus they fill in the “pot holes” on the trail, the making of an ankle twisting event.

[@paulahilliard1201]

New Hampshire News w/Taylor

[@Jan.harvey]

"Trail tips with Taylor"

[@TrekkingwithDebandMike]

5 k s bring out the best people. Those leaves can be scetchy.

[@joec6377]

"Taylor's Trail Tales"

[@ulrichminky9495]

I just noticed that you look a bit like Olympian Ilona Maher. I hope you take this as the compliment I mean it to be... Cheers from the wilds of Canada. ~ulrich

[@scottdunbar4898]

Might I suggest: "Taylah Talks Trails".

[@DE-qy9om]

Maybe “Nahamsha about New Hampshire”?

[@GrrBear]

"Taylor Talks"

[@Randy-nk2ne]

MAKE HIKING GREAT AGAIN!!!

[@ThisRightSideUp]

How about “Nahamsha in New Hampshire”