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Agreed!! Thank you for watching! 😊

Hi! Sorry for the late response and thank you for the sub. No, that wasn't me selling jerky. I dehydrate some things but that is one thing I have yet to try 😊

Thank you so much for checking in on me 🙏🩷 I was planning to hike the PCT in 2025 and was moving in that direction with plans sna savings when my husband's unexpected lay off from his job this Summer put a huge twist in things. I'm trying to raise enough money to help pay bills and save for a hike next season so let's see how it goes. Hubby had some good job prospects that he's working on. The trail is definitely part of my life and not a day goes by I don't think about being back out there. Wish me luck!!! 🩷

Such bad timing...sorry about his job. You need to move out here to the west coast, if I remember right your son lives out in the PNW somewhere...give you more of a chance to see that grandkid and the trail would pretty much be in your backyard. Hope you can get back on the trail next year

Thank you!! 🙏🌻

Thanks so much! I appreciate that 😊

Awww thank you so much! You're so sweet 🤗 I'm looking forward to using this again when the weather cools down and I have the time. All the best ! 🩷🌻

It's such an easy and impactful upgrade to make the space feel homey! Make sure the corners get extra love while installing. Mine peeled back over time. Good luck!!

You can do it!! I know so many do, definitely some learning curves but it sounds like it might be worth it for you. Good luck to you and go after those goals!! 🙏🙌

@@TikiBirdTracythank you!

I love it! I would never hike the backcountry without it. Yes, Garmin has a subscription but you can choose which plan works best for you. The inReach pairs with the App Earthmate so you can type messages from your phone too. Pricey but worth the peace of mind, and it’s compact and pretty light.

Me too! Just waiting for the Fall temps 😅

@@TikiBirdTracy for sure

That sounds like a great trip. Hopefully the weather won’t be quite as hot in late Sept but it can be up until about late Oct. Thank you for watching! 😃🌻

We both parked at the Warner Springs Comm. Center. You can call them to get permission. Ghost picked us up there and drove us to Campo.

Thanks so much for always being so supportive of my hikes. It was weird to stop and not keep going when I was feeling so good out there. I most definitely will be hiking Oregon in the future. I would love to finally meet you up there. Wasn’t there mention of pie?! 😄 I’ll keep you all posted on my upcoming plans. Have a great Summer. 🤗🌻🩷

@@TikiBirdTracy Yep, pie in berry season! Stopping while you felt so good is a good thing, makes for a faster recovery. I'll be watching for updates 🙂

Thank you for watching! 🤗🌻

Thank you for following along! On to the next. 🤗🌻

It was sad walking by Mary’s place, it felt more empty without her special place no longer there. We just didn’t feel like going down to the Little Bear Hostel this time around but I saw the turn off. Next time I will try to visit there. I know they’re trying hard to fill that void in the area and are doing a great job. I can understand the desire to go visit the trail and so happy you got to be around other hiker trash. The PCT just keeps calling us back, like a siren 😅 Take care of yourself and get back out there!!! 🌸🩷🤗

@@TikiBirdTracy Thank you! 😘

I hope you can make it work for you. I want to make a new video showing the set up, step by step. I have a Tahoe now but it all still fit in that as well. 🤗

Thank you! You’re so much appreciated and thank you for following along! 🤗🌻

Aww, thank you! That’s so sweet. No, you do not have to register with the PCTA but on their page they list the areas that would require a local permit. So depending on the area you hike, you may or may not need one. The long-distance permit is great for thru-hikers because it covers all of these listed with just one permit. Have a fun Summer ahead! 🌻🤗 www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/permits/local-permits/

@@TikiBirdTracy Thanks so much for the info! Meanwhile I'll live vicariously through your adventures.

I’m so sorry about the loss of your loved one..I can’t imagine 😪 I hope you will make your wish come true and start planning your section hikes. You can do it!! 🙏🤗🩷

@@TikiBirdTracy Thank you, We were married over 36 years. He did not wilderness backpack, but supported my backpacking from home. We reared two wonderful young adults together. I really miss his support and since of humor. At least he did not suffer through a long illness and he could do the things he wanted right up to 30 hours before he left this earthly experience for eternal life. I am truly thankful for the years we had together. I feel lucky to have had a love like ours, not everyone gets that.

Thank you 🩷 I plan to improve the way I film and edit so hopefully they will get better. Working on that for my future videos. I appreciate having you along and always being so supportive. 🤗🩷🌻

Thanks Pat 🩷 I had a great time hiking with a partner for this section, and with all the time I’ve spent backpacking, I’m getting more and more confident with my abilities and the planning so I’m a bit more relaxed. I felt that way when I hiked last season as well. It does get easier. I do love hiking alone too though. They are both different experiences for sure, but after 2000+ miles I’ve done backpacking and 80% of that by myself, I still really love solo hiking and try to stay as safe and conservative as possible. But I do hope to find a good trail family for future thru hikes to have that experience also. It’s very difficult to find someone that can afford the time, hike at a similar pace, and of course, someone I like to hike around that I can plan the logistics with and who shares the same ideology surrounding the hike. Lots more trailing ahead…👏🥳🤗🩷

Thank you for following along. On to the next…🥳🤗

Thank you 🥳 I’m already counting down the days. I must be patient 😬😄 Always happy to have you follow along on my journeys. 🤗🩷

@@TikiBirdTracy looking forward to the next adv....ive got an idea it might be the "big one"....I'll be watchin for it...."keep on keepin on" Tracy !!@

@@TikiBirdTracy Is it hot enough down there Condor.....it's boiling here in KC.....humidity sux @@!!!

@Jimbo-pm1dp I am not enjoying this Summer 😂🥵 It's extra humid from all the rain in July along with the heat. Looking forward to Fall weather... for us, is end of October 🎃 Hope you're doing well!!! 🩷

@@TikiBirdTracy Same here....humidity is almost as bad as Amazon jungle....hard on the horses and all the little pets to. Saw one of the big cats standing there panting a week ago....take care !!

Thank you for following along. It was a compact hike but still so much happened in that time. Congratulations on completing your steps in the desert🥳👏!! That’s a big accomplishment. I’m already excited to get back out there hiking again and also think about it constantly, but I need to wait and be patient. I’m already preparing the body though so I’ll be in shape when it’s go time!! 🤗🩷🌻

Thank you, Anita! You are such a great motivator with your kind and inspiring words. I appreciate you following along on my crazy adventures. I’m ready for the next…but need to be patient 😬🤣 Love you my friend! 😘

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Thank you! I’m so happy I made the trip out there. I needed a PCT fix and had a great time, but it’s just never enough. I’ll be back and keep trekking North! Thank you for your support of my adventures and following along. 🤗🩷

Thank you, Susan! I really appreciate you following along and always so supportive and kind. On to the next adventure!!! 🤗🩷

Thank you! There are always beautiful things to appreciate if you take the time to look around out there. It’s different each time I’ve hiked through there. Pretty amazing! 🩷🌸🌵

We started on April 25th. It was just fine for this two week stretch but I definitely like to start earlier in the season if thru hiking as the other desert areas North would be very warm by the time I would have got to them leaving at end of April. End of March - Early April is ideal for me. Our weather was mostly perfect on our trip. I’m ready to get back to hiking but, alas, responsibilities 😏😁! Thank you for following along! 🤗🌻

Thank you, Patti! I’m ready for my next hike already…too bad I have to wait for the next one but I know how fast the time flies by. 🤗🩷🌻

We hiked Mile 0 to Paradise Valley Cafe at Mile 151.8. If you look in my “Playlists” section, I have all 6 videos from this section hike in order there.

@@TikiBirdTracy yes im doing section too. See you next time on your journey. Good luck. 🍀

Hiking in Oregon this year ?

Come back!! Let’s go! 🤗🩷 Yes, Mike is still allowing hikers in but no caretakers seem to be there any longer. He keeps the water tank filled too which is invaluable to us hikers in this dry stretch. I hope he’s able to maintain this for many more years. Going to be tough when he decides to close 🥲

That sounds like it would be a lot of fun, and I’m sure a lot of planning taking a horse along. I hope you make this happen and let me know how it goes. Thank you for following along and for all the helpful plant ID’s and other info. 🙏🩷

@@TikiBirdTracy Hehe. No horses, just walking.

@@stevenvarner9806 California Riding and Hiking Trail also in Joshua Tree NP. Huge, uncompleted project though complete in JTNP

@@jhonyermo It was complete through most of southern California, large sections of the western Sierra, and encircling the San Francisco Bay. The section in JTNP is actually one of several feeder trails to the CRHT, not the main trail. In San Diego a feeder trail goes from Borrego Springs through Culp Valley, Grapevine Canyon, Foot and Walker Pass at Blair Valley, Mason Valley, and up Oriflamme Canyon to connect with the main trail at Chariot Canyon (another PCT cross point).

Steve - ah, got it! I read that wrong, haha. I’ll have to check that trail out, that’s a new one for me. So many trails, so little time 😅

Thank you 🤗 I’m already daydreaming and preparing for my next adventure! Thank you for your kind support! 🌻

Thank you! 🤗🌻

Are you preparing for another adv. ???

@Jimbo-pm1dp Yes! I hope to make an update video here soon to let you know my plans. I have a busy couple of weeks then should be about to work on that. Enjoy the Summer 🤗🌻

@@TikiBirdTracy You to !!!

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Thank you! There were a combination of things that made this section hike feel better. Although I think did really well physically last year during my thru hike attempt, except for acid reflux from my diet. I now have over 2000 backpacking miles and 6 years under my belt and have learned to pace really well and take more strategic breaks, I had just completed the Lone Star Hiking Trail(152 miles) in April, I have been eating a higher protein diet which has really helped my recovery time, my attitude has changed a lot with each year as I gain confidence and experience, and I am focusing more on the positive things and not focusing on the aches and pains. I still have a bad knee and hip and an array of menopause symptoms, they will always be there and I am learning to work with what I have during this next chapter. It was nice to do the section hike and I learned even more in just these two weeks. I want to hike the rest of my life for as long as I can and am always evolving with each new adventure! 🌻🤗

I’ll update on my hiking plans after this series. Stay tuned! 😃🤗

Oh wow! Thank you for the long list of ID’s and the other info you shared. I really appreciate that! 🌻🌳🌼

Thank you Anita 💞 Those little boogers…I refused to let the mice ruin my trip so glad I did the work to rid of them. It worked!! I had my truck inspected too and luckily no damage other than chewing on my insulation to nest. Ugh! I do miss the trail already. I’ll be back! ⛰️🌼🌷🐄🌳🐀🐍🦎🐦‍⬛⛺️🌲

Sure enjoyed this section! Yes the mice/pack rats can do a lot of damage quickly. Here in the high desert of Calif we keep hoods up in garage & lights on in garage. That works for us. Glad you didn’t have wires chewed… that happened to my little Miata in Tucson overnight. Expensive repair 🙃 thanks again for beautiful views of your hikes!

They are the most common snake species that I’ve encountered. Rattlers much less and that’s fine with me 😅

At the very beginning of July. I started at Chester on 6/27.

That’s interesting, thank you! 😊