Well, That Was Dumb (West Highland Way 2024)

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Day 2: Drymen to Rowardennon
00:00 Day 2
02:53 Climbing Conic Hill
05:35 Descending Down the Wrong Path
10:48 Hiking Along Loch Lomond
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@HomemadeWanderlust Ай бұрын

We did our best with the subtitles

@cayenne_avec_elle Ай бұрын

It's hard to believe you were all speaking the same language!

@pawpawmike7372 Ай бұрын

Now Dixie girl, all these years I have followed your adventures, you darn well know the easy way down is not where the epic views and adventure are found. LOL... Another great video, thank you.

@carolinenunez3455 Ай бұрын

I couldn’t understand a word they said. Lol. However, I do understand Southern. Miss Dolly.

@melissarodgers764 Ай бұрын

Love your videos. They’re always so real. Never feel like I’ve wasted my time (as compared to some other sites I follow, for reasons I can’t explain even to myself). I’ll never be the hiker you are, but you’ve inspired me to do some day hikes.

@RootsLion Ай бұрын

lol som...ehtimes u jus need to sit at the peak in the rain alf hour then you get the sun an views you went for

@NiagaraThistle Ай бұрын

When you are unsure if you've encountered the midges, you have NOT encountered the midges.

@stitch3163 Ай бұрын

LOL. I’ve seen you scoop water out of cow ponds but never seen you attacked by a Scottish Water Dispenser

@HomemadeWanderlust Ай бұрын

😂 It got me for real

@robhayden5515 Ай бұрын

No other KZfaq hiker makes a video as artistic as you do. Between documenting the hike, showing the local flora and close ups of all your “critters” and integrating the gorgeous music you choose, it is an intensely pleasurable experience to watch and listen to your videos.

@rjhikes6248 Ай бұрын

Aaron does all her editing and is a master 🥰

@HomemadeWanderlust Ай бұрын

@@robhayden5515 thank you so much!!

@KimberlyGreen Ай бұрын

Lol, the end with Billy Connolly singing the Wellies song. 🤣 Great comedian & Scotsman.

@NiagaraThistle Ай бұрын

I LOVE the Wellies song. Used to sing it before all of our soccer games as a kid, now I've taught my own kids and make THEM sing it before soccer games 😂

@TheMcspreader Ай бұрын

Billy used to live around Drymen back when I was a kid.

@ashleighgray6298 Ай бұрын

Excellent music choices!

@derekhughes4028 Ай бұрын

As a few people have said already. It was actually watching your videos that showed a load of us all how to do it. Pitching tents, hiking, packing our backpacks! This is fantastic watching you now on The West Highland Way here in Scotland. Hope you are having a great time.

@GDMonty1029 Ай бұрын

Gold Star to Aaron for finding that welly song to use at the end!

@wcamericanmade9828 Ай бұрын

The Scottish are trolling you so hard😂 haggis is just food, asking if you've seen one is like asking If you've seen a snipe 😂

@lapsedluddite3381 Ай бұрын

@wcamericanmade9828 - ...ahem!... This proud member of the Haggis Wildlife Foundation begs to differ! ... m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sKmehJOS2M6bcac.html&pp=ygUGSGFnZ2lz 🤭🤭🤭😉

@garyives1218 Ай бұрын

10:24 Wild caught Haggis......LOL

@woldds Ай бұрын

The subtle musical transition that begins at 11:14 and then blossoms into "The Bonnie Banks of Lock Lomond" as you arrive on the banks of Lock Lomond at 11:38 with the sound of the waves in the background is a magnificent piece of sound editing and storytelling. Well done.

@Andrew_Young 11 күн бұрын

You and Rodney poking fun at each other is so adorable! Of all the animals to be bit by, I was not expecting a duck!

@scotte3103 Ай бұрын

The West Highland Way was the first through hike I ever did - after learning / following your videos! So glad you got to experience the beauty of the highlands 🍀

@PieceOfMyMind. Ай бұрын

Old lady socks . . . now let's go climb a mountain . . . 🤣

@judithressler4584 Ай бұрын

This was my first long distance hike and I did it because I was inspired by you. Wonderful to see it through your eyes.

@robopecha Ай бұрын

this is your most fun series. the music, the food and all the random things. love it.

@katmalin Ай бұрын

Very impressed with your accurate pronunciations! Well done! Very rearely do we hear Americans attempting this and you're smashing it!

@nickname6747 Ай бұрын

Rain and clag, Dixie, then sun - 7 seasons in 1 day. Welcome to Scotland! Thanks for uploading. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🏔👍

@mrbi1198 Ай бұрын

My grandfather came from Scotland and I can remember him singing about ‘The Bonnie Banks o’ Loch Lomond'..

@rbreiff73 Ай бұрын

I did the WHW in 1989 wild camping as a kid. Moved to the Highlands as soon as possible after that and have been running and rock climbing in the hills ever since. Sometimes it takes an 'outsider' to remind you how special the Highlands are and your video has definitely done that. Thanks Dolly! 😂

@greeno6064 Ай бұрын

Hi I have enjoyed watching your first two videos and I am looking forward to watching the rest. Having done the West Highland Way five times I know that your toughest day is tomorrow. You also made me laugh coming down Conic Hill because I have never seen anybody come down that way before. 😂😊

@rangerinthewoods Ай бұрын

Now you need a soundtrack for Boot Scootin Boogie with bagpipes. 😅

@h.b.4058 Ай бұрын

Haha, I ended up on my bum on Conic Hill as well. All part of the experience. Those stairs do look treacherous, but what was there before was worse. ❤❤❤

@HomemadeWanderlust Ай бұрын

Apparently several other people we met did too!

@auntlouise Ай бұрын

As as person who has lived in both the British Isles and the American South, midges are the same as no-see-ums. Also, kudos to to your editor (Aaron/Erin, not sure how to spell your name) - I appreciate your choice of music - "red is the rose" made me tear up! I am so thrilled to see Rodney on the trail with you again, Dixie! I love that you realized the a pregnant woman can do anything that a non-pregnant woman can do, you WILL have an easier delivery because you didn't let your muscles deteriorate.

@bernielamont825 Ай бұрын

Hey Jessica, Rodney is like my sister, I can spend hours and days looking for a fourleaf clover and not find one. She can look for five minutes and find several. We've given her the nickname "Lucky Lepracaun"😂

@lauragriffithsoutdoors Ай бұрын

Bless you the first video you could see you were both so tired, this one you both came back to life. Really looking forward to watching your journey

@HomemadeWanderlust Ай бұрын

Jet lag is real! Lol

@montyollie Ай бұрын

OOoh I have those exact same compression socks! LOL Rodney appears to be having a good time despite the rain and steep slippery hills. I know it's old hat for you, but a bit of a baptism by fire for a newbie!

@MakeshiftMelody 11 күн бұрын

Loving watching this series as someone who found your videos researching long hikes before my first attempt of the WHW. I'm a Scottish hiker and managed the WHW on my second attempt (my friend got injured on our first attempt). I see Scotland is giving you the true Scottish hiking experience of all weathers when up the mountain in the middle of nowhere 😅

@mollziki Ай бұрын

Glad you got at least a bit of sun! You are doing well with the pronunciations (and subtitles) too 😁. It's so interesting to see your outside perspective on a place that is so familiar to me, please keep telling us your thoughts on your trip! Hoping your pain eases up too 💞

@kirkbass7319 Ай бұрын

Retired ER nurse here. I'm glad to see that you and your husband are getting to hike the West Highland Way. We spent some time on the Isle of Skye and Fort William 2 years ago and I was thinking you needed to hike this! We hiked the lower 1/3 of the mountain Ben Nevis in Fort William. Consider riding the Harry Potter (Jacobite train) in Fort William. It's worth the experience! We just got back from hiking in the Lake District in NW England. There are lots of hikes around this area. You might consider this for the future. Beautiful just like Scotland( scenic and lots of flowers). Less sheep though. Have fun. Be safe. Congratulations on the baby and marriage.

@gav7651 Ай бұрын

As a born and bred scotsman, lover of the outdoors, camping and long-distance walking, I am delighted you are enjoying the WHW. I’m very sorry though that you had to endure Scotland at its most accurate. We’re a funny bunch … and our pies-at-every-stop sums us up completely. Try Glen Affric if you can.

@28105wsking Ай бұрын

Oh, that is a special four-leaf clover! There are little glass circle necklaces on a gold chair and you can get one to put your clover in, so you can wear it always. That's love!

@baijokull Ай бұрын

Did this path two years ago, it's beautiful. The midges did completely eat me up though, mostly the night I camped by the shores of Loch Lomond and didn't have any smidge yet. Definitely need to get around to doing more trails in Scotland.

@LWilli5 Ай бұрын

Such beautiful views. Be safe and have a good time. 🤩

@christineb8148 Ай бұрын

Well, y'all look like you're having a grand time together despite the challenges! What a gorgeous place!

@micahforni5453 19 күн бұрын

Love seeing you and your husband adventuring!

@larryn8 25 күн бұрын

Coming down the mountain… That was “Butt stupid” lol 😂. Also talking to folks, thank you for putting in the English translation … 😅

@tommckinney1489 Ай бұрын

Aaron did a masterful job with your footage. Glad to see you guys doing this together. Making memories. Many more to come!

@jimmyjenkins9240 Ай бұрын

The view of Loc Lomond was gorgeous! Thanks for including its tune. I enjoy having Rodney alongside you on the hike. What a beautiful thing to share together.

@skipandcherieadventures116 Ай бұрын

That was a good video…..thoroughly enjoyed it…..nice Rodney was animated too.

@equanimity4lifelonglearnin216 Ай бұрын

The rain looks wonderful from here in the desert! Lol

@OldGuy56 Ай бұрын

Outstanding! Another one to add to my "I have to do that someday" list. Thank you Dixie and Rodney!

@amysthe-wise-one8493 Ай бұрын

The vista of Loch Lomand was brilliant! I stopped the vid, full screened it on the XL monitor in my office & called my hiking partner / spouse to appreciate it too. "Looks Foggy," he says. "Of course it is. It's Scotland. A sunny day is rare." Hope the wee one is enjoying the adventure & the husband too.

@user-tk1nv7po2q Ай бұрын

When you are unsure if you've encountered the midges, you have NOT encountered the midges

@beck57 Ай бұрын

"Dolly Parton!" Love it! My co-worker is going there in a week. I am so jealous!!! Thanks for sharing the fun and beauty!!! The best! Happy hiking!!!

@martinforrester8249 Ай бұрын

Loved every minute of your hike. Stay safe Dixie (and Rodney). Finding that four leaf clover is a good omen.

@teamcoggins5 Ай бұрын

I cracked up when he kept asking you to repeat what you said, then she would talk over him, then he finally said you sound like Dolly! Funny stuff.

@matwinner9708 Ай бұрын

My first long hike back in 2010; so many fond memories!

@DrofJustice Ай бұрын

So happy watching you hike. ❤

@TweetyPAK7 Ай бұрын

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Looks fun!!

@patriciaheflin4518 Ай бұрын

Wow...going down that hill! Take care. Happy trails! 👣

@CraigRowand Ай бұрын

It's great to see you guys up in Scotland. And thanks for the Welly Song at the end. Not heard it since I was a kid yet still knew all the words!

@user-sj4sq8ec8c Ай бұрын

Beautiful views. Thanx.

@sarasands5 Ай бұрын

This video made me feel so many emotions. The joy. The fear. The excitement. The cuteness. The laughs! The laughs win it for me. I'm so glad you made it down that mountain safely. I was gritting my teeth til you made it down. Felt like I got to experience this myself :D They sell belly belts that help.

@christinenatvig2313 26 күн бұрын

Oh my goodness my backpack squeaks like that too. 😂😂

@martinwelch5774 Ай бұрын

You both forged right through the day. For a part of my life I spent part of my day doing flood irrigation, in the muck of the corral or at the stockyards. I would have been in a world of hurt without my Wellies.

@Rigus208 Ай бұрын

Mr.&Mrs.😉 Ty for bringing trails view I’ve not seen yet, I’ve watch many ,the reason ,it’s my plan to walk this next year. Dixie,you got me walking since you and your sister did the Camino. Hope to follow ya again 👍😇🇺🇸

@unixpro2 Ай бұрын

Loving the West Highland Way. Thanks for dragging us along. I’m jealous

@FromAtoVi Ай бұрын

finally a video where i can relate to of the west highland way haha! This weather is no joke and still making the effort to film is much appreciated ! Praying for some sunshine for you on the highlands :)

@bbwoolfy Ай бұрын

Haha, Billy Connolly's Wellies song! Blast from the past 😁 Welcome tae summer in Scotland! If it's no rainin the midges are devouring ye! If yer reeeeally (un)lucky it's raining AND midges are devouring ye! 😉☔🦟

@0808anwar Ай бұрын

love this.. the hike, scenery, conversations, the ducks lol

@emeraldcoastbarb1161 Ай бұрын

Beautiful video. I’m excited about this series. We spent some time in Edinburgh, Scotland, several years ago and loved it. Wonderful people and stunning scenery. I didn’t care for haggis. Even more so once I found out what was in it. I have a slight Nessie obsession, so getting out on a boat on Loch Ness and exploring a castle on its bank was a highlight. (Nessie was shy, so she didn’t make an appearance.) Your video makes me want to return and go hiking. Best wishes for upcoming hikes and your future baby hiker. ❤

@scothunter3221 Ай бұрын

All of my father’s great grandparents were born in Scotland so I have strong roots there. I spent a month exploring Scotland on my motorcycle back in 2015 and absolutely loved it. I could’ve stayed forever. The people were incredible, the scenery was spectacular, and the food, contrary to reputation was really quite awesome. I’d loved staying in the inns and pubs. I particularly enjoyed the haggis which to me was very much like a well seasoned turkey stuffing, rather than being based on cornbread or rice like we usually see, it was based on whole oats. And then there was the scotch… I’ll leave it at that. By the way, I’m still waiting to hear the pipes :-). I really envy you.

@ms.debourghofrosings6829 Ай бұрын

I had haggis with every breakfast while I was in Edinburgh. LOVED IT! Disappointed not to be able to get the real thing in the US. Hiked up to the summit of King Arthur’s seat every day I was there, because I’m a hiker, 😉 and visited Loch Lomond. I got my drone license before I went to Scotland, and did a legal flight over the water. Awesome experience. Loving your adventures. Thanks!

@KimberlyGreen Ай бұрын

*Sooo* nervous the whole time watchin you butt-scootin! Glad Rodney found that 4-leaf clover to protect you!

@mikerice1599 Ай бұрын

I did the WHW with my wife last year. Same t Route so far. Loving the videos, bringing back memories.

@RustyMisterTwo Ай бұрын

We took the same path down in 2019. It was an adventure... At least we had beautifull weather.

@2525rgp Ай бұрын

Great video as usual, your choice of music has been fantastic. Well done.

@stattravels8109 Ай бұрын

Stunning!!!!!!!!

@NiagaraThistle Ай бұрын

Weather in Scotland (or Ireland): 4 seasons in a day, especially the 'higher' you go

@_andy_gibb_ Ай бұрын

That was quite the descent...! 😬 And a big thumbs up for the Welly Boot Song at the end! It was one of my favourite songs as a kid 😂

@EatCarbs Ай бұрын

Nice video.. thanks for sharing

@AuburnAlum1977 Ай бұрын

That was an epic butt scoot! 😂

@thomasheaney2087 Ай бұрын

Excellent thank you

@vshybeej8756 Ай бұрын

Ok, I just have to go to Scotland now and hike. Beautiful views, wow incredible video!!! Thanks Dixie!! - Shybee

@robinraddatz982 25 күн бұрын

Brilliant music choice

@kristinegoodman7534 Ай бұрын

Holy Crap! Glad you made it out ok!

@WanderFreeWithBarb Ай бұрын

Oh my gosh, I can not even figure out what path you went down. Glad you made it safely!

@LuckyLarry 26 күн бұрын

That is a great compliment saying you sound just like Miss Dolly Parton!

@alysiachristensen5475 Ай бұрын

Beautiful!!!

@karibaxter4490 Ай бұрын

Spectacular!

@TheMadmacs Ай бұрын

eek!, never leave the path in scotland, the terrain is leg breaking or bogs, and quite often both.

@pyronymph-868 Ай бұрын

There are pregnancy support wraps, might help with the pain.

@HostileTakeover2 Ай бұрын

Did this last August & love love loved it. Everyone warned me about the midges but somehow only got hit by a cloud once the entire time. Stopped for a snack near a pond and they came a-flyin' to where I had to move on lest I eat them all.

@vinniedayhikerb4977 Ай бұрын

Incredible views!

@Curlew-Corner Ай бұрын

Gosh! Taking the steep way down Conic Hill was rather … mmm, let me think … brave. When I walked the Way, in 1989, there was a stile somewhere below Conic Hill - I stepped off it too hard and got a stress fracture in my foot. Happily, I still finished the Way. Good luck on the rest of your journey.

@schadowolf 24 күн бұрын

Wonderful and great soundtrack!

@groemer9913 Ай бұрын

Hoping to do this next year!

@FreddyEnergizer Ай бұрын

lol that new path is much better on the legs then what was there before. ( basically nothing and a mud slide down from the top ) conic hill gets a lot of walkers and as you noticed on your way to the top the path is very eroded and it was like that almost up to the forest fens. - and I really like that you are using the umbrella I never go without my trusted montbell ;) ps: you get more views in 15 min then I get for my video of that section in a hole year :P

@martman123456 Ай бұрын

Just got back from the Scottish Highlands this past weekend. Hope you got out to Skye, which was the best part of our trip.

@robertbarnes4 Ай бұрын

Very interesting trail. Always enjoy you video. Bobby

@terryweaver9770 Ай бұрын

I’m sorry, Dixie! When you showed Loch Lomond…I just went straight to my job. I apologize. It was neat to see where my product comes from.

@johnrodgers2018 27 күн бұрын

great video, thanks Already done WHW twice and I am inspired to do it a third time.

@sarahseeksadventure Ай бұрын

That detour…you two give me heart palpitations! 😂

@woodchip2782 Ай бұрын

Happy to hear Simple Minds!😊

@diannegolubski6645 Ай бұрын

the music choices are perfect!

@Nordtroll Ай бұрын

There are (head) nets from widely available brands like Sea to Summit or Coghlans that can keep even midges/no-see-ums out. But yeah, it requires the versions with finer netting that are usually intended for the tropics, with about 1500-2000 holes per square inch instead of the 300-500 holes for regular mosquito and fly nets. A little reduced visibility and breathability, but better protection. And the one I have is also lighter weight.

@Galiuros 27 күн бұрын

Looks like an adventure. Who knew Scotland had a rainforest?

@lynlandham3779 20 күн бұрын

Oh, I really enjoyed that!

@mike76rob 24 күн бұрын

Conic Hill used to be a treacherous downhill into Balmaha, manageable but a slippery fest in the wet sliding down or a dusty bowl in the dry so the steps are an improvement. I do prefer the old way as it was quieter but it stop the injuries and call outs on the wee hill

@dagnolia6004 Ай бұрын

y'all may have the four leaf clover, but WE were the LUCKY ones with this vid! what beauty....and not just our Dixie mommy

@mariekeloveluuk Ай бұрын

Well, I took exactly the same route up AND down when I was hiking the Conic Hill day walk last April. Down I went backwards. Was much easier than forwards.