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WEST COAST TRAIL: 5-day backpacking trip on Vancouver Island 

Krysta Norwick
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This is a 75 km trail and we spent 5-days hiking through the backcountry. I hope you enjoy coming along on this adventure with my husband Brian and I! From ladders, to suspension bridges, to old growth forests, to tidal pools, and vast sandy beaches, this trail has so much to offer.
The trail passes through the territory of the Huuay-aht, Ditidaht, and Pacheedaht First Nations. Thank you for allowing us to hike through your land and experience this incredibly special landscape.
You can find my complete gear list below.
Thank you so much for watching,
Krys
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GEAR:
Hiking Outfit:
Altra Trail Runners for hiking shoes: bit.ly/43hLIij
Ankle height Smartwool socks: bit.ly/45iZ5Rf
Elaho cap by Arc’teryx: (most similar current version bit.ly/43jvFAv)
Smartwool sports bra: smartwool.ca/en/womens-seamle...
Patagonia underwear: bit.ly/41ZOckb
Button down hiking shirt from MEC: bit.ly/45mRX6j
Gorp hiking shorts from MEC: bit.ly/3oxPuoV
Camp Clothing and Additional Layers:
Wool base layers for sleeping: bit.ly/3MNPQkC (bottoms) and bit.ly/420bvKM (top)
Toque: anianmfg.com/collections/wome...
Wool socks 1 for sleeping, 2 for hiking: bit.ly/3Wp4HW5 (sleeping) and bit.ly/45iZ5Rf (hiking)
Down pants for sleeping
Light gloves (similar option: bit.ly/41VyPcI)
Synthetic down jacket by Arc’teryx: arcteryx.com/ca/en/shop/women...
Rainjacket by Arc’teryx: (similar option: bit.ly/3MPeXU7)
Rainpants: alnk.to/biqw6n3
Camp sandals: www.birkenstock.com/ca/arizon...
Tech and Safety:
A headlamp: bit.ly/3MLZX9D
Bear spray: bit.ly/3q83tCg
Bug spray: bit.ly/3OAgyyG
Sunglasses
Wallet w/ cash
Kindle e-reader
Battery bank with cords to charge my iPhone and headlamp
inReach mini satellite communication device: bit.ly/3q3GcS2
First Aid Kit: bit.ly/3MRGjJk
Toiletries:
Trowel: (similar option bit.ly/3IyE9f8)
Pee cloth by Kula to decrease TP use: kulacloth.com/
Sunscreen: bit.ly/3WwzUGW
Toothbrush
Dental floss
Leukotape
Toilet paper and hand sanitizer
Toothpaste
Chapstick daytime with SPF and nighttime
Food, Water, and Cooking:
Bear canister to hold all our food: bit.ly/45qAF8d
2x Smartwater bottles (1L)
Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter w/ cleaning supplies
Opinel knife: bit.ly/3BQ2Sry
Stove MSR pocket rocket deluxe: bit.ly/431GHuD
Fuel: bit.ly/3OC27tM
Pot and sporks
Sleep System and Shelter:
Inflatable pillow: bit.ly/3MlsKjO
Thermarest sleeping pad: bit.ly/43fGpAx
Sleeping bag good to -7C: (similar option: bit.ly/3WuA5Cp)
Tent by Durston Gear X-mid 2: durstongear.com/product/x-mid-2p
Some of the links shared are affiliate links

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11 июн 2024

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@MK-cc5ve
@MK-cc5ve Год назад
This is so soothing. Thanks for giving me the pleasure of this adventure without the sore muscles, back, feet. I’ve done a lot of hiking, but it’s way better when you do it!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
So glad you enjoyed it! And thank you so much for watching :)
@chrisharmon5453
@chrisharmon5453 4 месяца назад
Those ladders with backpacks on 😮😳👀👏👏👏🫣
@earthfriendly5799
@earthfriendly5799 29 дней назад
The sea lions are so great.
@SkylinersYeti
@SkylinersYeti Месяц назад
Great video I am of the age when traveling in the back country or wilderness areas I seldom saw others. It is great that so many young people get outside in today's world. It is a very different experience today. I just returned from a 5 day 4 night rafting trip on the Owyhee River in SE Oregon. . Other than the launch site or the take out site we rarely saw any other rafters. A word of caution. We did see one group that was not properly equipped and 2/3 of the group lost their boats. They had to spend one night in the open, wet and with no shelter. Other rafters picked them up and reunited the group. A reminder, the mountains and rivers do not care. If you are not prepared to self rescue you can die.
@amchen1219
@amchen1219 Год назад
Wow you guys made that look easy 😆So fun to re-live this through your video!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
Yay! Glad you enjoyed coming along!! It’s so funny how, after certain types of experience, trails seem different. After my Croatia hike last year, any trail that is easy to follow seems so much easier to me now 😂
@paulbrown7369
@paulbrown7369 Год назад
This has to be one of the best nature hikes anywhere. What an amazing country we live in! Also kinda nice to hear Brian's laugh again, brings back wonderful memories.
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
It truly is incredible! Such a special experience to get to hike the trail for my second time and especially special to do it with Brian. I often forget how much knowledge about the coastline my mom has imparted on me and I was loving teaching Brian everything I know. He had a blast! His laughter and the sparkle in his eye is so wonderful to see, especially with how much he's been going through.
@TheSuzieQMama
@TheSuzieQMama 4 месяца назад
I was so inspired by your PCT shorts that I signed up for the WCT yesterday and then this popped into my feed today. What a delight to see this trail through your eyes and to hear your soothing voice. I am so looking forward to this trek now even more! Thank you!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 4 месяца назад
YAY! I am beyond excited for you! The WCT is an incredible hike. I hope you have a wonderful time! Keep a lookout for the whales - they seemed to be everywhere!
@briannorwick
@briannorwick 3 месяца назад
Wooohooo 🎉 have fun and thanks for sharing with us
@HM-gk3rq
@HM-gk3rq 5 месяцев назад
Wow! Weather looked great for you guys!
@thewoundedcrow7846
@thewoundedcrow7846 17 дней назад
Hey!! It mike and lisa from the wct Was great meeting you too out there, we stayed with you at camper and cribs, i assume you guys made it to klanawa, we made it to michigan, downpoured out!!!! Love your channel, was great to meet you and bryan, look forward to your future videos Mike & lisa
@elisabethwo8819
@elisabethwo8819 5 месяцев назад
Now I want to hike this trail too
@cfyfe7168
@cfyfe7168 10 месяцев назад
I get that all relationships take work, but the two of you seem to have something incredibly special…two awesome people, lots of laughter, fun and ease when together. So glad to be brought along on this adventure with you both. Thank you
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 9 месяцев назад
Aw thanks so much! Really appreciate you watching 💜
@Ramonas_SiloSela
@Ramonas_SiloSela 4 месяца назад
what a dream... one day!
@carolhindley7942
@carolhindley7942 Год назад
We felt very much with you guys as you went up, down, and along the most amazing coastal trail in Canada. Wish we were in our thirties again. Just outstanding in every way.❤
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
Thanks so much! It was so fun to get to share it with you ❤️! It's a very special place.
@fasteddylove-muffin6415
@fasteddylove-muffin6415 Месяц назад
Nice song starting around @2:41.
@lynnwark7580
@lynnwark7580 Год назад
WOW. WOW. WOW. Best video of all. Now I want to do the WCT again!!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
I thought of you the whole time!! I think we should do it together sometime in the next couple years. It is so so so beautiful!
@patvanschaik4271
@patvanschaik4271 12 дней назад
So cool
@ladygrey2
@ladygrey2 6 месяцев назад
One of the most delightful things I have ever watched. Thank you so much!
@geeyeung8157
@geeyeung8157 5 месяцев назад
I’ve never heard of this trail but now I want to hike it. Thanks for taking us along!
@brandielewis6599
@brandielewis6599 Год назад
Love this!! It's always great to have a reminder of what a special place we get to call home. I'm so excited to do the WCT this summer with the whole family. Thank you for sharing your journey.
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
Yay!! I hope you guys have the best time!! It is such a beautiful and fun trail!! I am so glad I was able to do it this season!
@cristinaseguro2165
@cristinaseguro2165 Год назад
Beautiful views!! Thanks for sharing your adventure with us. 😊
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you could share in it 🥹
@sandramcpeake8283
@sandramcpeake8283 Год назад
Good job both of you!! Thanks for sharing your adventures
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
Thank you! And thank you so much for watching!!
@jillchamney519
@jillchamney519 4 месяца назад
So incredible! I literally teared up for a moment - the trail is so stunning! 150 days until I start this experience!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 4 месяца назад
It is soooo stunning! Yay I'm excited for you! Keep your eyes peeled for whales - they are everywhere!
@briannorwick
@briannorwick 3 месяца назад
Amazing!! Happy hiking 🎉
@switchrousseau4992
@switchrousseau4992 5 месяцев назад
Thanks for sharing your great experience. Looks like you had great weather.
@ldirk58601
@ldirk58601 7 месяцев назад
Dang! That was wonderful! So cool and so beautiful.
@user-xl3ht8bp9x
@user-xl3ht8bp9x 4 месяца назад
You will love it! I meant
@truthntrails
@truthntrails 11 месяцев назад
I've had the privilege of doing from Nitnaht to Pacheena Bay and wasn't sure I'd ever want to go back because there is just so much to see and Hike but this video reminded me of how special the WCT is. ❤
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 11 месяцев назад
That's wonderful you've seen that section - it's so incredible!! This was my second time hiking and it was equally awe inspiring the second time! Such a special place.
@saraforsstrom2625
@saraforsstrom2625 Год назад
I absolutely loved this video! 🤩
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
Yay I'm so glad!! Thank you for watching :)
@jessicamacneil-mah6481
@jessicamacneil-mah6481 Год назад
Carmanah was our favourite too!!! So beautiful!!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 11 месяцев назад
Yes! So stunning and quiet for us! I loved seeing all the whales :)
@tincancreature
@tincancreature 8 месяцев назад
Loved your video, I hope to do this trail in the future. We just completed the Lake Superior coastal trail this summer, that experience made me wanting more
@bhansell434
@bhansell434 11 месяцев назад
Well done! Great video 👍
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 11 месяцев назад
Thank you! It was a wonderful hike!
@hermeticallysealed
@hermeticallysealed 11 месяцев назад
hate to CARRY a bear can but it's super convenient to HAVE a bear can
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 11 месяцев назад
100% my thoughts exactly. Convenient in some ways and not in others. Trying to decide if I'll carry it for my whole PCT or not ...
@judywhaley5092
@judywhaley5092 Год назад
Thanks for this Krysta. I have often wondered what the West Coast Trail looked like. And knowing I will never hike it, it was fun to hike along with you! Why not consider coming to Haida Gwaii one time? We have many great hikes there with stunning scenery and amazing wildlife. Let me know! Take care.
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 11 месяцев назад
Hi Judy! So glad you enjoyed!! I would absolutely love to visit Haida Gwaii and I will definitely let you know if I plan a trip up there!
@jackieniddrie1789
@jackieniddrie1789 9 дней назад
Would love to get your bits and bites recipe :)
@user-xl3ht8bp9x
@user-xl3ht8bp9x 4 месяца назад
I enjoyed your video. I would love to do that trail. Are solo yikers allowed? Have you done the Easr Coast trail in Newfoundland? It is spectacular. I live near it and completed it in sections. Planning to do a thru hike next! Come east, you will loge it too.
@briannorwick
@briannorwick 3 месяца назад
Yep! Solo hiking is permitted 👍
@sorted.1235
@sorted.1235 8 месяцев назад
Thank you for this. My 12yo, 15yo and I are planning to do this next June, if we can score a permit. We did the JDF last year. I have to say, I wonder if the WCT trail is easier in some respects?
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 8 месяцев назад
Oh wow! So excited for you!! If you don’t initially get a permit, keep your eye on cancellations. That’s usually how I always get a permit. I actually find JDF and WCT pretty different, so ya, you might find WCT easier on a daily basis!
@allengray8200
@allengray8200 Месяц назад
Great video. Strange question, what kind of tent stakes did you use with your Durston tent?
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 2 дня назад
Thank you! We used the tent stakes that came with the Durston tent :)
@switchrousseau4992
@switchrousseau4992 5 месяцев назад
I would.love to see your gear review foe this hike. Was this a hyperlite pack?
@briannorwick
@briannorwick 3 месяца назад
Krysta used her Durston Kakwa 55l pack and Durston Xmid 2 tent. Krys used the same pack to hike the PCT with- she really liked it!
@areim105
@areim105 4 месяца назад
The weather looks so nice. What month do you recommend going?
@roberttrinies7698
@roberttrinies7698 2 дня назад
This was May,I hiked mid September and it was very different!🌦🌧
@cfyfe7168
@cfyfe7168 10 месяцев назад
Oh, also, Krista…how did you find the Altras for this trip? I am not sure about mine for long days, especially with the big pack. That said, I suspect you are an expert at packing light!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 9 месяцев назад
I personally much prefer hiking in shoes versus boots. I like having more freedom of movement. I had no issues at all with my shoes. My pack was probably about 26-28 lbs fully loaded at the start. But everyone is different! Some people prefer having a more rigid boot. But it’s definitely not a requirement.
@Stephanie-gr7xt
@Stephanie-gr7xt 10 месяцев назад
How much did your packs weight? I am planning a 6 night 7 day WCT hike. Any pack guidance would be great, what you loved having and what you didn’t need
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 9 месяцев назад
I think we were probably both carrying around 30 lbs at the start. I was super happy with everything I had. Within my Juan de Fuca trail video you can see a full breakdown of my gear. It’s the same gear I had with me on the WCT. If you still have questions after watching that, let me know!
@easylife50
@easylife50 Год назад
Were doing cape scott again this july. what month did you do the WCT
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 11 месяцев назад
Amazing!! I hope you have a wonderful hike! We did the WCT in May :)
@mattb.8750
@mattb.8750 2 месяца назад
What time of year was this?
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 2 месяца назад
May 2023!
@user-zo8ck6kg1n
@user-zo8ck6kg1n 3 месяца назад
What month was this?
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 3 месяца назад
May 2023!
@Jimbo-pm1dp
@Jimbo-pm1dp 3 месяца назад
Do you know that Vancouver has the highest concentration of cougers/mountain lions in the lower 48 !?!?
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 3 месяца назад
Vancouver Island?
@Jimbo-pm1dp
@Jimbo-pm1dp 3 месяца назад
@@KrystaNorwick I think so Krysta....I saw it on a documentary....I think it was Vancouver Island....!!
@MK-cc5ve
@MK-cc5ve Год назад
I loved the dirt on Brian’s leg and foot, try barefoot hiking to really get grounded. Dirt meditation
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick Год назад
I've seen several people doing that, but never tried barefoot on a hike before. I do love the feeling of my feet on the earth though.
@karichallenger1363
@karichallenger1363 2 месяца назад
Hey Krista and Bryan! It’s @hikingkarebear. I’m registered to hike the WCT in August! Any tips for a solo hiker? Thanks for sharing the great video!
@KrystaNorwick
@KrystaNorwick 2 месяца назад
Yay! Have fun!! Hmm I can’t think of any specific tips. It’s an incredible trail!
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