Last year I was leaving trail and summit names out of many of my videos due to issues with massive overcrowding caused by the pandemic, as well as, issues in regards to what I would consider uneducated or irresponsible hiker behavior. The most notable of which was trash, and human waste / toilet paper I was finding directly on, or just off, trail. I kept some of the trail and location names in this video.If you are using this video for planning purposes, please use the trail responsibly and try to follow leave no trace principles. It only takes one person not doing so to ruin it for everyone. If you are a newer hiker please watch this video before heading out on trail: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ms6Uaqhl162tp3U.html Here is an article about the issue with trash and human waste specifically in the Whites www.nhpr.org/post/trouble-trails-forest-service-grapples-crowds-trash-and-human-waste#stream/0 Another article about Max Patch (an iconic part of the Appalachian Trail) and the issues occurring there www.citizen-times.com/story/news/local/2020/09/23/max-patch-residents-campers-creating-safety-hazards-mountain/5858936002/ Here you can learn about leave no trace (LNT) principles lnt.org/why/7-principles/ www.nps.gov/articles/leave-no-trace-seven-principles.htm
@anderssandberg98593 жыл бұрын
So be it
@BobCorsaro3 жыл бұрын
I was reading a trail running forum and was horrified to see people basically bragging about pooping directly on the trail in the name of setting FKTs. I wonder if this is really a backpacking problem or not.
@tamianderson1233 жыл бұрын
So beautiful.
@bobmcelroy72893 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy the appreciative essence of you videos!
@michakaczmarek10383 жыл бұрын
Beautiful movie. Again. Thank You😄
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michal
@Larry30433 жыл бұрын
Great area and some awesome hiking and views. Thanks for sharing.
@woodchip27823 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful hike! Thank you!...
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@ralph97682 жыл бұрын
Great job covering the Carter's and that area. One of my favorite areas in the White's.
@gregoryemmanuel91683 жыл бұрын
Nice!!!!!!!!! Thanks Chris 🙏🏼👣
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Any time!
@Mntnbikesjn3 жыл бұрын
Another superb video! I like how you have been hiking and sharing the lesser traveled paths this year.
@GianniPhat3 жыл бұрын
Such a relaxing and beautiful video, Chris. Just what I needed this afternoon, while my kid hikes Franconia Ridge and I sit behind a spreadsheet.
@paulgammelljr68833 жыл бұрын
thanks again for a great view. have been there. so peaceful. haven't done the rainbow. on my list. thanks..
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Rainbow was a good time. The view was very enjoyable too
@elflockexplorer3 жыл бұрын
Good to see you again, Chris.
@Roger-ny9xr3 жыл бұрын
The shots taken at No Ketchum Pond were beautiful, I really wanted to be in that moment. All in all it was a terrific video as always, like the subtitles describing what the camera was looking at. That was some monstrous pile of poop , thanks for sharing (I think - LOL.)
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
If I had a chair with me I probably would have just sat there for a few hours myself. It was really nice. Birds chirping, wind blowing through. Fantastic
@yurijanssen21483 жыл бұрын
Really like the music you've used/use. Videos simply get better every time i feel :) Thanks!
@phillipp13993 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad Chris goes outdoors.
@jwsnma3 жыл бұрын
Great video as always ad your choice of music is outstanding.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Joe, appreciate you watching!
@NorrisJohnny13 жыл бұрын
Your videos helped me get through the pandemic. Knowing I could come home and escape to the Whites got me through some tough shifts. Thank you.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Johnny. Glad to hear this!
@hjr26933 жыл бұрын
Beautiful video!
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@UnclePaul3 жыл бұрын
Finally got a chance to watch this video. Glad I did, or would have missed gorgeous scenery, beautiful water sources, and fascinating crap.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
so. much. crap.
@renaecummings80683 жыл бұрын
Just beautiful. So well filmed, very peaceful 😍
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Renae!
@AtHomeInTurkey3 жыл бұрын
So funny, you surprised me saying it's hot. Because it does not look it. Everything green, soft light, sound of water etc. Amazing!
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Its been pretty gross in the New England area. Just had a 5 days 90+ degree (f) heat wave with lots of humidity too. A real sweaty weekend haha
@rgmALC3 жыл бұрын
Nice bug suit. I did the Kate Sleeper loop last weekend and would have liked to have that head net
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
I keep the bug net with me if there is any chance of major bugs. The wind pants are always with me now for every season and do an excellent job at protecting the legs. I believe the net and pants combined weigh like 3oz or so, which for me is a no brainer trade of for the bug protection they offer
@notquiteultralight17013 жыл бұрын
What a joy this was Chris! Haven’t seen carter notch hut in a while! Good to see it! Its funny. The view from carter dome is waaay better in winter!😁 a little higher off the ground! We still haven’t seen that new tent you got over the winter. Take care Chris
@beckiejani77823 жыл бұрын
We stood on 6 ft of snow and had great views and beautiful sunset there l.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
The hut I believe is opening soon. They were actually doing stock runs up there when I got there. I went inside to fill up water and they were getting things ready. Ya I have been having problems getting rid of the solplex. I have too much history with the tent. I just actually patched the tent up as the corners were starting to show a lot of wear. I used an entire 5x13 sheet of repair patching to reinforce the corners and cover up a bunch of other tiny little pin holes.
@KellenFredricksen3 жыл бұрын
Super chill video man. I really need to get out there and see 16:22 for myself that spot looks majestic
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
The pond is pretty cool. If I had a chair and more I probably would've hung out there all day into dusk. I have to imagine you would easily spot some moose down there
@MeetMeOutside3 жыл бұрын
Once again ! Brilliant ! For New England Backpacking videos, you are the gold standard ! Very nice camera work. Love that part of the Whites !
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that Crag! I am quite fond of the area too. For some reason when I started hiking in the Whites I was drawn to the Carter Range. My conversation with a thru hiker on my way over the Wildcats, heading toward Carter Dome, was one of the major deciding factors of me saying I was going to do it. Also, got a free last minute stay at the Carter hut around that same time. Someone whose group bailed and they had a whole room that they gave me, my GF, and my buddy. Still remember sitting on the porch of the dorm looking up at the stars. Great memories in this area. As well as most all the rest of the Whites too I suppose haha
@MeetMeOutside3 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisGoesOutdoors Cool, I hear you, a lot of great memories in the Whites, many more to come !
@CodyLundin0073 жыл бұрын
Your beard is looking spectacular
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
I support this message
@BobCorsaro3 жыл бұрын
Love that area, so amazing, wild and peaceful. Hight is a favorite too, as I'm sure you know.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Hight is great. I probably should have just gone and done it again while I was over there but I had a tentative plan and just stuck with it. I at some point have to go do the other side of the imp, north carter, and carter dome trails so will probably hit hight again then
@newplanet7 Жыл бұрын
Hey brother. Hope all is well. Knocking out some of your vids that I missed. Are you in hibernation mode? Lol! Thanks for making my Sunday evening better.
@livinglike_lisa79543 жыл бұрын
Great video! Check out the Simms Solar Flex Fishing hoody for a sun hoody with 50 spf. I used it for kayaking and now it’s my go to for any hot weather activity. Keeps you real cool. Better than the OR echo hoody. Best part is treat it with permethrin and you have great bug defense as well. Bought it at Runnings last summer.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
I think I tried on one of those simms ones last year. I think REI was carrying them? I could be wrong though haha. I have this one (REI Sahara Shade) but I also have a Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily im going to test out too. Will keep an eye out for the Simms ones
@livinglike_lisa79543 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisGoesOutdoors I have the capiliene cool daily shirt, not the hoody, and I like that too. Just used it in Montana where it was in the 90’s and it did well.
@CanCanHikes3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this! I’ve done that similar loop in the past and forgot how much I liked it. Rainbow Trail was hard to follow in spots 10 years ago from overgrown raspberry bushes. I probably hiked it later in season. I remember fearing a bear was napping under the huge berry bushes with a full tummy.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
The Rainbow trail definitely had a bit of overgrowth in some areas, and in some the trail is super thin too but overall was pretty easy to follow. Maybe some better maintenance of recent haha. If I had spotted any raspberry bushes I would have been snacking away with the bear 😂
@edurban72363 жыл бұрын
Great video as always. Love getting a bit off the crowded peaks myself. Noticed the thule storage cargo container at the end of the video... planning some trips?
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Not at the moment, I have had it on with some car camping gear as well as things like jumper cables and such if things go wrong. Just nice to have as it opens up some more space inside the car
@dansullivan013 жыл бұрын
Chris, another great video, that shows why the WMNF is such a special place to hike!
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dan!
@jmul5083 жыл бұрын
Great trip Chris. Thanks for sharing! 👌🏽
@PaulsWanderings3 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I love your videos because you find the trails that I never think to look for.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Been all about them trails lately
@christopherhoff37243 жыл бұрын
Love that you're putting the music info in the description (or you've always done it and I just noticed) How did you like the sun hoodie?
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
It was ok. Definitely going to have to test it out more and see. Overall I liked it though. Not entirely sure I would make the full switch to it for this one in particular though. Only time will tell!
@BearTrekAdventures3 жыл бұрын
Looked like a nice trip…great calming video 👍 The OR Echo hoodies are nice too…i especially like them during black fly season. Curious if your working on redlining considering all the miles you’ve done in the White Mountains.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
I recently started filling out the spreadsheet to see where I am at as far as redlining goes and at this point I am working towards it. I have been up to most of the peaks already in one way shape or form so hitting the more obscure stuff has been great and a welcome change of pace. Actually debated(ing) leaving my job and hiking around daily all summer and fall and living out of the van
@BearTrekAdventures3 жыл бұрын
@@ChrisGoesOutdoors I figured you logged a bunch of miles already. The summer plan sounds like it would be a lot of fun 👍
@GreatAmericanHikes3 жыл бұрын
These videos you've done over the past year+ are so great. Please keep making them.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Will do!
@ItsGoodintheWoods3 жыл бұрын
Your videos are so good dude. That is a lot of poop !! Hahahahaha Fascinating ! Your mic is no joke. that thing works
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
MASSIVE amounts. Seriously impressive!
@juliegrubaugh39623 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Chris! Another trip to try out 😀
@CoachKepler3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Curious where your mind wanders as you hike? Are you focused on finding the right shots for these short films or are you solving world problems while you hike as well? You have so many transitions you must hike at least 1.5 times what is documented. Keep them coming.
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Im all over the place. I try not to over think the video aspect. If I think it would look cool I just aim for it and roll. I am always looking around while I am out there, taking in everything. I would bet I probably hiked around an extra mile with the footage on this one haha. But my mind is literally all over the place out there. While I was on the AT I had an ongoing list of thoughts I was keeping but I cant for the life of me find it.
@wolfeadventures3 жыл бұрын
Great video. 👌🏻 How were the ticks?
@susanschwarz70223 жыл бұрын
Just living vicariously! We were utterly assaulted by the bugs last week/end, not sure if I can hike early June after that experience. Do you hood or bandana up? Spray? (Just not a fan of spray)
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Bug head net is crucial for me as well as my Enlightened Equipment wind pants. Pants and a long sleeve are a massive help. OFF Deep woods spray is probably the most effective spray I have used though. As long as you are covered completely the spray isnt really necessary
@CodyLundin0073 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, Just curious, what made you decide to lose the gainers? I thought you really liked em?
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
gainers?
@rootsontrail3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been thinking about transitioning to a sun hoody as well from the silver ridge lites for trips above treeline. Picked up the patagucci capilene cool hoody, but I was looking at the Sahara one and one from mountain hardwear online. Wish I knew which one was thinner, because I tend to overheat and that would probably be the difference maker for me.
@vickaiser3 жыл бұрын
Where’s your Altaplex? Is that it? It looks too short to be an Altaplex
@ChrisGoesOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
This is my Solplex ive had since 2016. We have quite a bit of history so the Altaplex is still sitting on the sideline until this tent is no longer usable.