Hiking Through Tragedy On The Pacific Crest Trail 

This is great ah...such an inspirational story, her mindset and the way she looks at healing through simply walking forward in nature puts you in such a state of calm and yet gives you so much to think about. Amazing person and another amazing documentary

I was at the music festival that Kira's parents were heading for when they were killed. Although I didn't know them personally, it's a very tight-knit festival, and we shared many mutual friends. I'll never forget the sadness at that festival, and I still think of them. It helps me to see how Kira handled this monumental tragedy and kept hiking. All the best to her and their family.

Brave lady. God Bless :)

I love your story. Those that haven't spent time immersed in nature on a great challenge have a hard time understanding this. But I wish they could know what you experienced and the peace you gained.

Bless you. I’m so sorry about the loss of your parents. What a wonderful way to honor them.

Her parents were looking at her, giving her strength to continue. A beautiful way to honor them pushing until the end to conquer the trail.

This story warms my heart. Nature has a beautiful and powerful way of helping people get through hard times.

love this girl with all my heart , i hope to be as brave as she is ..

I worked on the trail and it really has something magical about it I had tragedy after the trail I lost a body part my dad and dog but not at once like this gal

What an incredible and brave younglady, if she were my daughter I would want her to finish the trail also. Very inspiring story.

That is the most courageous thing I've ever heard. Stay strong!!♥️

What a story and what an amazing woman!

Wow! Tragic story. But, you were doing the best thing in the world to help you. Processing thru a tragedy is sometimes unbearable. Good luck Kira... I just wish you happy trails and I know you'll keep going. I wish Chester would of had a great trail to hike.

What a story that young woman is a true inspiration.. Sharing this.

The story is so much inspirational.

Very touching story. God Bless you

I'm really glad you brought the Rituals with Laura Ling back. Thank you for giving us more examples of how rituals like these make us stronger.

my biggest respect! greetz from germany

Great story and very inspirational... Kira Congrats 🎉 and also I'm sorry for your loss!

Thank you for sharing. You're special. Greetings from Brazil

Wow, clicked on this literally by accident. Glad I did. Right in the feelz 😢

Courageous and an inspiration!!!

truly inspirational.

Really inspiring story, just wow

I can find no words but one, " COURAGEOUS!" 👼🌈

I love this!!!!! Super inspirational!!! So strong! 💗💗💗

you're such an inspiration god bless you

That's awsome and touching! Good idea creating this channel guys🖒

So inspiring!

when I watch this kind of videos I realise that it's my passion to leave this concrete jungle and find myself into the wild. I wish I was older and was able to live my life on my own.

She really has true grit

Great video. Tragic story. Keep going Kira.

Semding love from the class of 21

I'm so doing this... how does she solve everything to do with food? is her backback packed with food or how does it work?

Wow. Tragic 😭

great story

Wow !

Sorry about your tragedy

just like the movie "Wild"

Deep.

PCT 2652 miles.

wow

why is she being interviewed?

but where do they get the money from...

I think these people are a little nuts to go into wild wilderness areas with no weapons of any kind. The also look as though it will never rain on them and never seem to have enough equipment to survived below 60 degree temps. Take a couple of TARPS with the tent with you at least and a shovel and a machete. The machete can be used to cut wood to make an a frame over the tent then cover the a frame with a tarp. Dig a ditch about 10 to 12 ins vdeep and wide lay the tarp edges in the trench and cover it all the way around so animals and insects can't get in and in case of flooding rain it won't get in. Take a whole lot of rope too to tie evey thing down because of wind. Stakes are also needed and they should be over 18 inches long and steal. A solid steal or hardened aluminum hiking pole about 5 feet and pointed on on end would help. Take tape duct tape or 2 in electrical tape to tape rips and holes. The tap can be used to seal up your ankles in cold and seal your waist in snowy weather. I lived out side in wooded areas for over 20 years alone and I know other secrets too and I have live through 20 below temps in a tent for 6 months without heating or fires. Believe me these people are not what they claim to be.

Very poignant.

I youtube searched death on the PCT and I got this. Kinda clickbait. Who hasn't lost someone while doing something????

They are going to find her in a shallow grave. 😟😟😟😟😟😟

Why do you have to make everything so cheesy, daily seeker?

my only complain is why doesnt seeker stories post more often :|

Can't stop crying. She's so strong.

Sorry for your loss. Happy for the peace , strength and will GOD blessed you with along the way. Your parents would be proud of you.

Ive accomplished so much in the past two years that changed my life. I would definitely do this

WHO COULD DISLIKE THIS STORY OF REALITY, DIRT BALLS. GOD SPEED YOUNG LADY

similar story to Cheryl Strayed who wrote the story in her book Wild. beautifully inspiring and moving. All the best to you Kira. You have so much strength and vulnerability. keep those traits close with you always

Wow, wow, wow! Incredible story and incredible strength and will. Very inspiring.

Inspirational. Good for you. Your parents would be so proud.

A beautiful story. I found it especially moving since Kira's mother, Elise lived next door to me and she and Gary were two of my earliest childhood friends. We lost contact and when I learned of her tragic death I was so very sad. Watching this story indicates the type of mother she must have been. What a wonderful, strong and determined daughter she has given the world. Thanks for this wonderful story.

We need the wilds even if it's a trail along a river in a big city it makes all the difference just a place to get away from the world and all its bull

She could not have been at a better place to morn and deal with her loss. The trail provides.....

You're an inspiration. Thank you.

Sounds like a healthier way to deal with death than starting a heroin addiction. Good on ya.

But the wilds you have to experience it is magical

Beautiful story. Thank you!!

nice place

I would live on the trail if I could

This is an example of excellent parenting. Take note. It's a great step in engineering an empire.

You are an amazing woman ❤🗣

That really is tragic

So sad

What an amazing story. I'm so glad the trail was able to help you through your tragedy

love her!! love her story!!! thank you for the posting!

🙏🌹

You're a beautiful soul, such a strong beautiful soul. I admire you SO much. I am so sorry for your loss, but just know (which I'm sure you already do) how spectacular of a human being you are and how inspirational this was to me.

Kira first I would like to extend my condolences for your loss. My brother and I were on the PCT last year and we were fortunate to be able to see Rob playing in Kennedy Meadows when we passed through. I only recently found out what happened, otherwise I would've sent a message sooner. My brother has made an attempt to contact the family on the facebook memorial page regarding his performance there. If you would like to know why we are attempting to contact your family please feel free to message me back. Again we are deeply sorry :((

Wow, what an amazing and strong young woman to turn her tragedy into her drive & motivation...her parents would be so proud! Lots to be learned from a person such as her & I wish I had half her strength!!

A very amazing story How are you doing today a year later. Are you still hiking. Were are you hiking now. Happy trails.

Wow! Very Inspiring. Truly amazing story! Thank you for sharing it.

Beautiful story.. definitely need more views

Holy shit! Talk about strength of character!

I remember the trail from the movie Wild! I really want to do this someday.

Joining the army this year, now I plan to do this in he next few years!

WOW...Profound way to live!

kudos to this woman..

God this messed me up

Good on you !

Wow.....

Wow

WOW

❤️

nice legs

2 ladies and a ton to smug vocal-fry........not priceless and super cringy.

So how do women keep themselves clean on the trail? Specifically, all the parts that need to be shorn on a daily basis? Seems it would be a pain.

First thing that is said is to put down the day hike experience and its contribution to the soul. Day hikers and section hikers and experience are not some part of a social class system in the hiking world that means less than thru hikers. I have been all and pass on your distain. Skpped. Not subscribed