Hiking The Ireland Way with The Hiking Rev, Stage 20 - Causeway Coastal Way

[@ruthgoebel723]

How neat that you could see Scotland! My paternal greatgrandparents came from Scotland. I love your words of wisdom, Rev. We must be READY!!! Thanks for taking us along on this lovely journey!

[@TheHikingRev]

You’re welcome, Ruth. I am so glad you were able to come along with me.😁

[@Desertkns60]

Beautiful and profound your comparison of life and a through hike! ❤ Thank you for the trip and here’s to making choices!🥰

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😁

[@DovieRuthAuthor]

Congratulations, Rev! Well done. 🎈🎈🎈

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks. 😁

[@garynichols8186]

Congratulations! Job well done! Enjoyed coming along Rev. Blessings!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks, Gary. I’m so glad you were able to come along with me.😁

[@OldGuy56]

Your emotion could be heard as you approached the end of the hike Rev, it moved me to tears. Thank you for allowing me to "join" you on this journey. "Until next time ..."

[@TheHikingRev]

Amen! 😁

[@mitchgord]

Congrats, Rev Michael, on completing the Ireland Way. What a great experience, and thanks for sharing it with us. See you down the trail indeed...we're looking forward to watching your next adventure after a well-deserved rest. Slainte!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you so much, Mitch. I’m glad you enjoyed it.😁

[@Esther-ps3vx]

Congratulations. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. You are my inspiration. I just came back after hiking for four hours.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Esther. I’m glad that I could be an inspiration to you.😁

[@Tailsnpaws]

Oh Rev…we followed you on all your posted treks, but this one hit us emotionally. We are sad that it is over, though we celebrate your accomplishment in its conclusion. You did a masterful job with these videos. This last one in particular. You have shown us the beauty of the land, the generosity of the Irish people and the fauna that surrounds them. Thank you so very, very much. We await your next adventure…wherever that may be.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😁

[@olegoathiking1962]

The end of one trail and the reflection of that trip will lead to the start of another trail. Thanks for sharing. Looking forward to the next adventure. Best wishes!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks. I’m going to attempt the AT next year. 😁

[@roamingrick8736]

Congratulations Rev May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, The rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Looking forward to your next journey! Thanks for sharing.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Rick. That blessing means more to me now than it did before my journey.😁

[@ilanakali1030]

Congratulations, thank you for taking me with you through your post 💚🍀

[@TheHikingRev]

I’m glad you got to come along. 😁

[@paulpeopleperson3594]

Thank you seems to small to say how much you have inspired me to do my own journey hiking and backpacking. It has been a privilege to share times with you on the trail.God bless.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Paul. I’m glad that you received inspiration from my journey.😁

[@kudlakp]

I loved your journey. Thanks for taking us along!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks for coming. 😁

[@rrichardson53]

Congrats on your achievement of completing yet another successful thru hike! Beautiful trail thru Ireland and so many memories of the strangers you met along the way. It looks like you had a mishap-free hike which is amazing. 🎉well done!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Rebecca. Yes, I was very fortunate to have a mishap-free journey.😁

[@Thedagoneman]

We should be thanking you Rev. By the grace of God you showed us His creations and the beauty of Ireland. You gave many of us something to dream about.

[@aaronadelman3255]

Already look forward to watching you navigate the next thru-hike. Congratulations! Celebrating all things Callaghan!

[@TheHikingRev]

I’m glad you enjoyed it and I’m glad you got to come along with me. 😁

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Aaron. 😁

[@danielduesentriebjunior]

Thanks a lot for all these impressions on Ireland!

[@TheHikingRev]

You’re welcome Daniel. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😁

[@lindaballard]

Congratulations, Rev!!! Thank you for bringing us along. God bless you and your precious family. 🙌🙏💙✝️❤️🙏🙌

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you Linda. I’m glad you got to come along with me. 😁

[@IgraineOhnefurcht]

What an epic final, Rev! ❤🎉 Congratulations on this outstanding achievement and thank you SO MUCH for taking us along! It has been awesome and I enjoyed it very much, even shed some tears with you every once in a while, especially at the very end at the northern terminus. Your huge effort in making your videos is highly appreciated!!! Thank you! ❤

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much. I’m glad you enjoyed it and I’m glad you got to come along with me. 😁

[@reginamcilwee5551]

Congratulations! A truly beautiful hike. Thank you for bringing us with you!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Regina. I’m glad you got to come along with me. 😁

[@danmolnar9751]

Rev, I love seeing the natural beauty that you share with us but, best of all, is the narration that accompanies your videos. Your words express a love and wisdom that is so rare in today's world. You are a wonderful role model for all of us. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@TheHikingRev]

You’re quite welcome Dan. 😁

[@ConnieZDodd]

My husband and I have enjoyed following you on the Ireland Way! You are an inspiration! Thank you for your positive, encouraging and Godly words you share on your journey! God bless!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much Connie. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 😁

[@derekhanson2151]

What a beautiful way to end an amazing journey, I have to admit that I got a little sad with ya knowing that this was the end and that you are going home but you leave feeling grateful and also knowing that you accomplished something extraordinary. Thank you so much for letting me come along on this journey with you and until next time god bless Rev and see ya down the trail🙏

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Derek. I’m glad you got to come along with me. 😁

[@franfoley7820]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful journey with us. I hope to complete the Wicklow way shortly, a much shorter journey than those you have undertaken. I hope you will return to our little island sometime but wherever you walk in life go neiri an bothar leat.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much. I thoroughly enjoyed my journey of the Emerald Isle.😁🇨🇮

[@lynetetreault3799]

Congratulations 🎉 The weather of that last day was so nice...Thank you for all the editing you did for us so that we could see you walk through this wonderful island ! Hope you also had a nice return back home 🙂 Take care, and I hope I'll have the pleasure to follow you on another adventure 🙏🥾

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you. It was the most beautiful day on trail. 😁

[@petrakrakauer3150]

It was nice to join you on this epic, lesser known walk. Thanks for taking us along with you!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much. I’m glad you could come along with me.😁

[@Raya14]

Rev, you are Blessed. Thank you.

[@TheHikingRev]

Yes I am. Thanks. 😁

[@danielduesentriebjunior]

Very nice conclusion to your adventure! I encircled Ireland by car two years ago and Giant's causeway was one of the most impressive sites to me as well. What fireworks this must have been millions and millions years ago in the story of earth long before mankind.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Daniel. Your trip must have been fantastic. 😁

[@douglasoster7102]

Thank you for the views and celebration. You were once again deep into life. Congratulations.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Douglas. 😁

[@LarryElliott-t7y]

Congratulations 🎉 next year you can grab Marmalade and hike the Wonderland trail around Mt. Rainer!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Larry. I’m glad you got to come along with me. 😁

[@judithpearson3968]

Afternoon Rev. Congrats on completing The Ireland Way. You did it! Thanks so much for letting me join you on your trek. Ireland is truly a beautiful country. Especially enjoyed your walk along the coast. The ocean is my happy place. Am going to miss these videos each week. Hope all is well with you and your family. Blessings to you all. Take care. Stay safe. See you next time.

[@michaelmcphee2930]

Well done sir. Truly an epic stroll. That must have been quite a let down at the end that there was no fanfare or acknowledgement at the end. Congratulations.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you Judith. I’m so glad you got to come along with me. 😁

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Michael. Self satisfaction is the greatest fanfare. 😁

[@Robin-kf1yz]

Hi Rev. I would love to hear more Details of this hike. Such as mileage , days it took, where you stayed, how you planned the trip, etc. please think about doing a “ how to” of the Adventure. Loved arm chairing the trip with you. Best.

[@TheHikingRev]

Hey Robin. Stay tuned! 😁

[@Robin-kf1yz]

Great! I’ll be looking for it. Thanks for the sharing you do.

[@MarcoAnnoni_]

Thank you Rev, you’ll still forever an example for me and many others. God bless you.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Marco.😁

[@stephenrrose]

I have no words! I could feel your emotions as you were ending the trail. I was right there with you! Great job Rev! Great accomplishment! Cause you Can! Amen! thank you God! Loved this entire through hike! It's about nature, Gods creations, and His People you met along the way! God Bless you Rev, and thank you for the inspiration for this 64 year old Medic to get out there and just hike! My Great Grandfather is from Irland, and it was great to see the wonderful countryside through you! God Bless you Rev!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks Stephen. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. 😁

[@charlesperry1051]

What a finish. I did not hike the trail, yet I shed a tear when you touched the sculpture. What an amazing journey.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Charles. I’m glad that you were able to come along with me.😁

[@kimkranz9764]

What a fantastic journey! This last part is definitely my favorite.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Kim. I’m glad you enjoyed it.😁

[@ARhiker]

Amen Rev, Life ends live happy while you can!

[@TheHikingRev]

Amen! 😁

[@cecidalecesmat6950]

Thank you for sharing your hikes. I follow them and enjoy every minute. I was just in Ireland and hiked small sections of the Dingle and Kerry Way but thought of you while doing it. Ireland was just as you described with people who are friendly and kind with full loving hearts. Thank you!!

[@TheHikingRev]

You are very welcome. Glad you got experience the Irish hospitality. 😁

[@georgemorrison1888]

Thanks for taking us along on your journey. I enjoyed it immensely.

[@TheHikingRev]

I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for coming along. 😁

[@jimbray5882]

Way to go Rev!!! Congratulations on finishing another long distance hike! It’s been fun keeping up and as always thank you for sharing your adventures…. take care!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Jim. As always, you’re so very kind to me. I’d love to see you before I start my AT hike this spring. 😁

[@jimbray5882]

@@TheHikingRev sure Rev! Just let me know your plans and if I can help you in any way just let me know….I’m really looking forward to following you AT hike!

[@esthershankula6760]

Congratulations on your amazing accomplishment of finishing the Ireland Way! Thank you for taking us along! Lord willing I will make it there one day.

[@TheHikingRev]

Hey Esther. Thank you for coming along with me. I thoroughly enjoyed your company.😁

[@YoungerOlderElder]

WEll-being Rev --- TU for the stories, the video, the commentary while remembering all is possible with one footfall in front of the other -- onward!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much.😁

[@43963]

Very impressive Rev!! What a great achievement this is. You are an inspiration. Thank you for taking us along. I hope your piece of the puzzle has not grown to much out of daily life. I sincerely hope to see you again on the next trail. Cheers, Henk.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank Henk. I hope you get to come along with me again. 😁

[@outdoorsman1140]

If your GPS thinks that you are in the middle of the ocean, the GPS probably shows land at the high water mark of the tidal range which is always dry, and you are walking on a wide beach near the low water mark. By contrast, if you was looking at a nautical admiralty chart, it would show low water mark (also known as chart datum) so that shipping can see all of the exposed rocks and avoid.

[@TheHikingRev]

You’re right. I didn’t think about that. 😁

[@frederikhase5500]

Well done, Rev. Respect. 👍

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much, Frederick.😁

[@MikeRyder-ml2mb]

I’m so happy for you Rev completing the Ireland Way! 🌐 Big Congrats on another Thru-Hike adventure! 🎉

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much, Mike.😁

[@rongoris3022]

Congratulations on the completion of another epic journey! Well done!! 👍🙏👍😊

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks. 😁

[@dcaudwell]

Congratulations! You are an inspiration!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much.😁

[@kevincallaghan5224]

Totally Awesome Big Brother!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Kevin. You’ll have to go with me next time.😁

[@musingwithreba9667]

sláinte Rev! 🎉 Congratulations 🎊 🥳

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Reba.😁

[@acoeseviagens]

Terrific hiking 👣

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you. 😁

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Beautiful and epic hike

[@TheHikingRev]

Thanks. 😁

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

@@TheHikingRev you're welcome

[@douglasdearden]

You have inspired me Rev!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you, Douglas.😁

[@ervinslens]

Wow, panoramic views are just spectacular! Great work my friend 🔥🔥

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much. It was definitely a beautiful hike.😁

[@garagebrewer]

Congratulations on your accomplishment! I'm a little new here but really liked this series. Also nice to hear some of the philosophy as you go along. Cheers!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much. I’m glad you enjoyed it.😁

[@hedkase1313]

congratulations on a successful hike! Really enjoyed the views.

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed them.😁

[@briancrabtree8479]

Fantastic journey and experience, Rev. I continue to be amazed by your daily mileage. Aside from the mileage and effort, you had to manage the drone and camera work to produce such compelling video content, which I'm sure added to the time it took to complete such long distances every day. Your reason for hiking is elegant in its simplicity ... because you can. As you have said, the day is coming for all of us when we cannot, so there is really no time to waste to chase our dreams. I know you are inspired by the content in Shawshank. I'll offer this piece from a country song by an artist named Cody Johnson, called "Til You Can't." The part that inspires me is, "If you got a chance, take it, take it while you got a chance. If you got a dream, chase it, 'cause the dream won't chase you back." Have a listen. By the way, I live in Sandy Springs, Georgia, not far from Amicalola Falls and the AT southern terminus. I hike up there quite often. If there is anything we can do to support you next spring, perhaps transportation from Atlanta to the trailhead and a place to stay the night before, my wife and I are glad to help. The trail provides, sometimes before you're even on the trail!

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you so much, Brian. You’re very kind. I will check that song out. I already love the words. I’ll also keep you in mind when I finalize my plans for my AT hike this spring. 😁

[@JukkaRaySkaReinivuo]

Great you did it again

[@TheHikingRev]

Yes, thank you. Onward, forward to the next adventure. 😁

[@adamosman7284]

Mr. Rev ,we are with you and care you in to the goal,hope can make it together❤💚❤

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much.😁

[@ronpascual3231]

So where's the next adventure Rev??

[@TheHikingRev]

I want to do a “short” hike…Sonora Pass to Echo Lake on the PCT before the end of the year. But next year, I want to do the AT. 😁

[@Brett_Noll]

For the Christian, the end of life is not a farewell but a homecoming. As we leave this earthly vessel behind, we step into the eternal embrace of our Creator, where there is no more pain, no more sorrow, and no more death. Our hope lies in the promise of Jesus Christ, who said, ‘I go to prepare a place for you.’ In His presence, we find peace that surpasses all understanding and the joy of eternal life. This is not the end, but the beginning of life everlasting in the glory of God.

[@ruthgoebel723]

So very well said!

[@TheHikingRev]

Amen! 😁

[@heinrichdiederichsen3467]

❤

[@TheHikingRev]

Thank you very much.😁

[@mikesands4681]

Once you reach the causeway, we expect you to swim to the mull of kintyre and continue through UK

[@TheHikingRev]

Hey Mike. Sounds good to me. All I can hear in my head now is Paul McCartney’s song, “Mull of Kintyre.” “Mull of Kintyre Oh, mist rolling in from the sea My desire is always to be here Oh, Mull of Kintyre” 😁

[@adamosman7284]

Busy dying & busy living🤏

[@TheHikingRev]

Yes. 😁

[@danielduesentriebjunior]

Landmines everywhere??? You mean sheepdung sticking to your shoes?

[@TheHikingRev]

Yep. Gotta watch out. 😁