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Thanks John a great video , your spaghetti looks really good its making me hungry. The Pepsi I would drink it to , some times I find them from hunters, cans fall out of their pockets while hunting my gain . Scrapple is always delicous on a piece of buttered toast, turkey is my favorite kind if I can find it .👍👍
Not a fan of Scrabble or mushrooms but to each his own Happy you're enjoying it I live in Tower City there's a place not far from here wiser State Forest the halderman track. I was back there yesterday oh my gosh what a beautiful place campsites that you can rent and the place is so remote you don't hear anything I would not hear traffic from anywhere lots of hiking they actually have a hand glider launch there but it was so foggy I couldn't see nothing so I probably go back this weekend. Anyway thanks for sharing
@@olddudeonthetrail72 well there's three tracks that I found so far the Port Clinton track the green wood track and the halderman track. The halderman track is the best in my opinion it's the most remote it's like a 4 mi drive on a dirt road to get back in there there is nothing around You're all by yourself out there I actually seen three people camping on Sunday morning One guy was on horseback they have a place for horses and horse trailers to park I definitely want to go back there it's only about 38 minutes away from me so it's close I wanted to do some filming back in there yesterday but it was so foggy you couldn't hardly see in front of your face and then it started raining so I was going to do a two and a half mile hike oh well hopefully next weekend
I love scrapple, but I think it is just because my dad would always make it for breakfast for us. I really like it when it is sliced thin and crispy. I just try not to think about what goes into making it 😆I like Rapa scrapple, but my favorite brand is Habersett. Looks like you had a great time cooking and camping. Loved seeing all those sunflowers!
I'll have to try slicing it thinner next time and see if I prefer that. Then again it seems like it wouldn't hold together as well if you slice it too thin. Habersett, huh? OK, thanks for the tip, Sara!
The day I made this video is the day I devised that strategy of not having snacks within reach as I hike. This way I end up drinking more while I hike, and have to take a break in order to eat. That's how I've operated since that day, and it's worked out well.
@@olddudeonthetrail72 thanks for responding I admire you for what you can do. I have a lot of health problems but I'm slowly getting them fixed. I did get out on an overnight in the dolly so it's last year which I really enjoyed. In a year or two I should be back to being able to do this kind of stuff again so for now just short hikes.
@@Dwvideos That's great! It's good you have something to inspire you in your recovery. Along the way, just savor whatever you are able to do at each stage. None of us are getting any younger, but in the meantime, it's great to be alive, isn't it?
@@olddudeonthetrail72 well I've had two operations this year I had a hip replacement and a knee replacement so sometimes it's pretty painful to be alive hahaha but I'm still kicking never give up that's what I say.
@@Dwvideos Ah, I see. Yes, I know recovery from those procedures is very painful sometimes. So you're probably doing physical therapy a few times a week? Well, hang in there, bud.
Very cool, I’m actually heading here next weekend and wanted to see if anyone had a video from there and viola old dude has! Loved those old “ruins” I read a little about them, wonder how they’re fairing nowadays, great adventure and I’m looking forward to exploring it myself
@@olddudeonthetrail72 from what I gather the old houses are from an estate back in the 1800s, the area is protected due to its old growth white pine and apparently the Run holds lampreys, some interesting things there for sure, looking forward to checking it out
Well, that surely was quite a challenge for both of you. I guess it just had to be done. I haven't yet see you hiking in shorts. Hope you fared out ok. Do you use a pack liner? I had one many years ago. I gave an AT thru hiker forty bucks for his. Pricey, yes, but he needed the money. There were times I put a garbage bag in my pack after I lost that rain pack liner. Yes, fantastic hike. Way to go.
I never hike in shorts, John, and that was the worst trail to do it on. But I really needed the relief from the heat. It turned out OK. Those bumps on my knee went away the next day. No, I don't use a pack liner or a pack cover. I just use plastic bags to keep everything inside dry. I also have a mesh laundry bag, and sometimes I'll put wet stuff in it and hang that on the outside of my pack for the day. Thanks for coming along with us, my friend, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Good video The bucktail path has been on my radar for a while now now you got me rethinking this idea Btw what type of tent is that it looks similar to mine
Thanks, William. It may be better once the southernmost 10-12 miles are rerouted. My understanding is that the BP will follow existing trails to take it into Sinnemahoning State Park, and those trails encounter more streams, improving the water situation. I don't know if it will be rerouted to any vistas, because currently there are none. I'd still be inclined to avoid the trail in summer. My tent is a REI Flash Air 1.
Nice intro looking good, like the spider and the plants. That was a tough hike, you stayed positive despite the challenges. Back packing can be tough this shows what the suck is, thank I was feeling your pain John.
Yeah, you've been there, I'm sure. Even a lot of outdoor people detest spiders, which I find kinda funny. I don't mind them. I just don't want one in my shoe when I put it on.
@@olddudeonthetrail72 I hade a centipede bite the tip of my ear, I will never take a nap on the ground again. Had to go to urgent care, it paralyzed half my face.
I've lived my whole life here in Cameron County. Spent countless time on Ridge Rd and all the side roads connected to it, but was never on that trail. From the looks of it, I'm glad haha. If you do ever come back this way, while there were no vistas on the trail, Ridge Rd has quite a few and they're all awesome.
We had an expression growing up in the 90s that we called "keeping it real". My brother, you keep it real! Instagram makes it all look so glamorous and perfect. This was a real and honest look at what backpacking is actually like. I can't thank you enough for this post..h umourous, engaging, informative, and real. Wow, what an adventure . You have hit the mark here my friend!
Well, I really appreciate that, Walter. I'm glad you trudged through the whole thing with us and shared the experience. Btw I managed not to get a skin rash, and those bumps on my knee went away the next day.
Enjoyed following along with this one and had to laugh at your honesty at the end - you won't be back here. It looked like a really difficult trail. Good idea to stash your pack to help yourself get back to the car.
Toughest trail experience I've ever had. I think I tend to understate how rough something is at the time, because I'm trying to keep my spirits up. Thanks as always, Sarah, for watching! (Btw, is it Sarah or Sara?)
@olddudeonthetrail72 Wow, you seem like someone who has hiked and backpacked so much - so for you to say this was the toughest ever. I think trying to keep your spirits up in the moment is what you have to do to keep going. It's Sara. My parents had to be different and leave off the H at the end of my name 😀.
@@hikingoutdoorfamily I should clarify that it wasn't the toughest TRAIL. If it were clear and well maintained it would be pretty par for PA. But the heat and the overgrowth made it my roughest outing to date. OK, no H. H in your channel name but not in your name. Got it. I was half-expecting you to say, "Actually, it's spelled Serra" 😄
I've been waiting for this video! I couldn't help but laugh right from the start because I know how chaotic this trail was for you both! You did an amazing job taking us along Old Dude!
Thank you, Darcy. We survived. Btw, I didn't end up with any skin rashes, and those bumps on my knee went away the next day. I was finally able to eat early the next morning.
Always enjoy your adventures with Jeremy78. Discovered your channel since I subscribed to his some time ago. Grueling hiking path. I can see a solo hiker spending more time looking for the trail than hiking on the trail. Thanks for the video!
I do have to be careful with it. It has a clamp on the side where a detachable handle once went. I found that thing in a thrift store and probably only spent a quarter on it, hehe.
Nice video , so relaxing next to a fire , meat and fire is aways a good combination. I really enjoy your videos showing everything , the good and the bad. I wonder if the mouse would have eaten jalapeno chips ?🤔🤔
Well that was somewhat of a misadventure in camp cooking, I laughed out loud about the mouse in the potato chips! Gotta agree 10 dollars for that much wood is amazing, nice of you leave a generous tip. Simple acts of kindness to make the world a better place... Thanks for posting this one, had me smiling the whole time. And that preview - holy smokes looks like it was a rough one!
I love it when I'm camping and I can buy firewood from a local stand. That was a lot of wood for that price. Fun to see you and Jeremy camping together. It looks like quite an adventure to come in your next video.
Yeah, if firewood is for sale at a campground you usually don't get a whole lot. And I don't think we even burned half of what I got, so hopefully the next people at site 23 benefited.
Knowing your limitations is wisdom learned from experience. It's your hike, so do it your way. I'll still be watching and enjoying what you share with us!
Hi. My research tells me you were in Sizerville State Park near Austin. Am I right? I am not a fan of music in videos, but there are some videos I watch that music works. So, I enjoyed this one. How do you like that bear cannister? Work ok for you? Fine looking country up there. Thanks, John.
Hi, John. The first part of this is footage from Tennessee, but yes, the later footage is from Sizerville State Park and nearby Elk State Forest. I love the canister. Even though it means carrying an extra 2 pounds, I don't have to hang a bag. And if I don't bring a chair, the canister can serve as a stool to sit on.
I remember being so damn tired I dreaded hanging. I was thinking that a smaller cannister might work for a three day hike. First day hike doesnt need to be in it. You and Jeremy sure do have a lot of hiking days under you and rain days too. Your chair looks more comfortable.
Hey John, thanks for another great hiking adventure video. I think what I like best about your videos is your sense of humor and your overall comfort level while speaking to the camera. It's like we're hiking along with you.
Oh, cool, I'm glad I convey that, and thanks for saying so, Jenn. Too bad I couldn't share that breakfast through the screen, 'cause that was yummy! On the other hand, you didn't need an umbrella to watch 😅
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