This was a very helpful video. My goal is to do some winter backpacking this winter so I’m hoping to use this info to help guide my trip.

Ham-ox? I don't think you scored very high in school. Otherwise, a nice video.

Lol I have acid reflux, it's a digestive problem that a lot of people have and it's hell trying to sleep flat, I need my upper torso elevated so hammocks are truly a God sent for me

Dude I was in don't die mode for the Old Loggers Path. Beautiful trail but kick my butt

My son and I are going there this week.....but i was looking and most posts say it is only 18 miles.

I just did the double loop over the night of July 4, 2024 for my first ever overnight backpack. It was a great hike for a beginner and got me acclimated to carrying a 30 pound backpack for 8 to 10 miles a day. I went counterclockwise on both loops and stayed at the shelter. There were a few places I got off the trail because it is overgrown and blazes can be obscured. It is overall very well blazed. There are places where the blazes are the only way to follow the trail so they are critical. On 95% of the trail, you can see the next blaze from each blaze you pass. Your advice about turning back and finding your way back to the last blaze is critical. Once I did that without wandering aimlessly and not paying attention, I stayed on course.

Thanks for making this, one suggestion if you could overlay distances when you speak that would be great!

i have them all over my 30-acre lot in Sullivan County, NY. More have appeared in my yard this year than at any other point in the 20 years I’ve lived here.

Awesome tutorial! Thank you!

I looked around a lot last night and I woke up to about five giant branches all over my site around my tent but none hit me!

Looks like you made the best of the weather! This is a trip I’m hoping to complete over the summer.

That flat rock is slate, hence the name of the town, Slate Run. BFT was my favorite trail in PA!

Food is out of reach from bears but hammock is not 😬

thank you!

I have and do use the BRS when appropriate. As an engineer, I know that burning 1 gram of butane in air always produces the exact same energy and heat. Efficiency tests are all bs. If you turn up any stove too far you are blowing flame waste fully into space. Some open burners may be less affected by wind. Heat exchanger fins always 30 to 50% more efficient, but have some weight and bulk.

Higher ground dude

Pa is rought this time of year man

What a great campsite!

Great video thanks 👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧

Hi Derek, just wanted to let you know that the link to hammock gear doesnt work. Im in the market for a new under quilt and wanted to support a local youtuber.

Curious how often you see rattlesnakes? Might be a good question for Dan also. I have never ventured west of the state capital, but I am looking to this year as it gets a bit warmer.

Do you know how to delete safety contacts I can't figure it out. I am getting error messages

Praying for the best

Roots, Rocks. And Rattlesnakes… = PA trail miles

Somebody needs to tell fleccas.

These are so cool.

The witches are back

What do you do with water crossings with the fleece pants? Do they dry out?

I agree! A great feeling! 👍

Dereks appearance has changed a bit.

I’ve had such bad luck Roth trekking poles. But the ones I bought right after that for our Loyalsock Trail are still going strong. No problems after a year. Black Diamond Alpine Cork for the win.

I remember this video! Felt bad for Backpacker Dan! Hahah

The ones from Aldi are great.

I get my sticks off the ground

🤣🤣🤣 dang...GPS? Just make sure you bring enough water and stay ON the trail.

Fantastic work my friend 👏👏

Love the videos you make!! On this one do you recall what road you parked off at the kiosk? Very interested to recreate your adventure. Thanks

Ya nice $200 chair

Way overpriced.

I find that difficult not to sweat even if it's cold.

Nothing worse than damp or wet clothing.

As a beginner Winter Hiker and future Winter Backpacker, This is GREAT!

I have a video going over my winter gear if your interested im new so ill try to make my videos more focused.

Salomon has a cool 2 year warranty

I'm going on a trip here soon and it miget to 0° F. Wish me luck😅

Good thought out kit!

I like your philosophy, I do the same. You can find some excellent gear at great bargains if the timing is right

Nice setup. Love the ear flap hat. I have the classic one with red/black wool and rabbit fur. Everyone picks on me for it, but I'm also never the one complaining about being cold. 😂 Rain/wind shell for winter I just started using the carhartt raid defender line. They're under $100 and so far waterproof. Probably not quite as lightweight as yours, but if anyone needs something on a budget, it works. I just picked up a 10° incubator from HG I've got to test out in the next week or two. Probably up in the Pine Creek gorge area or along the Mid-State trail. We're finally getting some winter weather, so I can justify it at least.

Nice