🌄 Appalachian Trail Documentary -- PACK & SOUL (Part 1 / 7) 🌄
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Published 2023-10-30
Watch the Complete AT THRU-HIKE DOCUMENTARY SERIES!
🌄 PACK & SOUL 🌄
Newly released on YouTube!
Discover one man's life affirming journey on the world's most renowned long distance trek...
The Appalachian Trail.
2,193 miles, 14 states, 4.5 months, Georgia to Maine. This award winning filmmaker takes a walk in the woods, across mountains and forests, amid rain and hail, battling blistering heat and the bitter cold. He travels along beautiful scenic trails in National Parks and into the remote wilderness of the eastern United States -- eventually learning that if you can't carry it in your Pack or in your Soul, you don't need it.
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Gear I Used on Trail and Recommend:
GEAR:
Backpack - Osprey Atmos 65: app.rockporch.com/prd/rMONFph6w4
Pack Cover - REI Duck's Back: app.rockpor.ch/prd/htigoEQJ1o
Headlamp: app.rockpor.ch/prd/sD35tL6Gze
20L Dry Bag / Food Bag Sea to Summit: app.rockporch.com/prd/m1ptadMHUC
Ursack: app.rockporch.com/prd/FiQ5dwFxA4
20L Dry Bag / Clothing Sea to Summit: app.rockporch.com/prd/m1ptadMHUC
3L Dry Bag - Osprey Ultralight Dry Sack: app.rockpor.ch/prd/PWo4FElCDJ
Rope - Gear Aid 325 Paracord - 50': app.rockpor.ch/prd/BzpwXwdlQv
Water Filter - Sawyer Squeeze: app.rockpor.ch/prd/oGcwv2iBaZ
Cnoc 3 liters: alnk.to/90vxl9v
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Bladder - CamelBak: app.rockpor.ch/prd/z7UuipsrN1
Bladder - Osprey: app.rockpor.ch/prd/adlYJlgnCx
Smart Water Bottle: amzn.to/34yapy7
Knife - Gerber Folding Knife: app.rockpor.ch/prd/tvf3LgD5iX
Compactor Bag: amzn.to/34Imalr
AWOL'S A.T. Guide:
SLEEP SYSTEM:
Tent - Nemo Hornet 2P: app.rockporch.com/prd/vdctaCyvw3
Footprint - Nemo Hornet 2p: app.rockpor.ch/prd/dsNIpawiYZ
Sleeping Bag - Nemo Disco 15: app.rockpor.ch/prd/13JyQ1iuGi
Mattress Pad - Nemo Tensor Reg/Wide: app.rockpor.ch/prd/HNhcDysog7
Pillow - Nemo Fillo Elite: app.rockpor.ch/prd/xXXqtOEp5X
COOK SYSTEM:
Pot - Toaks 900ml Titanium: app.rockpor.ch/prd/6x7bWcQb18
Long Handled Spoon - Sea to Summit Alpha Light: alnk.to/5ua2E3Z
Stove - MSR Pocket Rocket: app.rockporch.com/prdlink/YTeypHyzJj
Fuel - MSR IsoPro Fuel Canister: alnk.to/9T2UJZ4
FAVORITE MEAL:
Backpacker's Pantry: app.rockpor.ch/prd/IdVXjxxkYN
CLOTHING:
Shoes - La Sportiva Wildcats: app.rockpor.ch/prd/oNiRaWyqw2
Socks - Darn Tough: app.rockpor.ch/prd/MzxHP7zLhN
Underwear - Noble Titan
Pants - REI Co-op Classic Sahara Convertible Pants: app.rockpor.ch/prd/i5CJBdhyrK
Shorts - Running: app.rockpor.ch/prd/yvUc6f5TnZ
Shirts - Mountain Hardware: app.rockpor.ch/prd/PNotbOwFtn
Nano Puff - Patagonia: app.rockpor.ch/prd/kjQqYZls1f
Rain Jacket - REI: app.rockpor.ch/prd/2rNrb3M42J
Camp Shoes - Crocs: app.rockpor.ch/prd/TLdTmIxs5E
CAMERA GEAR:
Sony a6400, 16-50mm: app.rockpor.ch/prd/tNHKT7u4li
Add'l Lens - 7artisans Photoelectric 35mm f/1.2 Lens: app.rockpor.ch/prd/75FvbUvNz6
3 Batteries - (1 sony, 2 Neewer + charger): amzn.to/3BaWbiG
3 SD cards - 64gb Sandisk Extreme Pro: app.rockpor.ch/prd/K5mQEc6SmJ
1 External Charger Anker Powercore 20100 mAh: amzn.to/3BgEAWz
Rode VideoMicro: app.rockpor.ch/prd/1gE8gd3lPc
ND Filter - Gobe: amzn.to/3Jkuo2k
Camera Bag Fanny Pack (large) - Eagle Creek:
Memory Card Holder Waterproof - Honsky: amzn.to/3sv6OZK
Camera Wrist Strap - OP/Tech USA: amzn.to/3GHquyz
Small Rig Cold Shoe Adapter (Left Side): amzn.to/34C7y7k
Peak Design Camera Clip: bit.ly/3lUrO98
Tripod: Cheap Plastic One With Phone Adapter: amzn.to/3uHWFf0
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OTHER GEAR I LOVE:
Best Boots -- Vasque: alnk.to/ge0eAAX
Best Chair -- GCI Outdoor (Camping Chairs): alnk.to/4MuWihw
Best Mugs -- MiiR Products: alnk.to/7WYzWYn
Best Alternate Boots -- Keen Footwear: alnk.to/4MuWiiV
Best Alternate Pad -- Therm-a-Rest: alnk.to/aLCHIBG
Best Bear Canister -- BearVault: alnk.to/44PUn2a
Best Climbing Equipment -- Black Diamond: alnk.to/flqqh1N
Best Water Bottle -- Hydro Flask: alnk.to/90tan8g
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All Comments (21)
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Come walk the Appalachian Trail with me! And just remember -- "If you can't carry it in your PACK or in your SOUL... you don't need it!"
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Hands down my favorite AT documentary ever. It captures the essence of trail life so well. Having this on YT for everyone to see is truly amazing. Thanks for posting it here ✨
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Only one video in, and already I am shocked that this doesn't have exponentially more views. This is utterly fantastic in both content and production. Your capturing of so many disparate, yet ultimately universal, threads that weave so many lives together along this one long path is magnificent. I eagerly look forward to the rest!
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Hollywood, like the others, I am extremely happy to see you starting to post this here, and I very much look forward to Part 2 and all the rest of it. Seeing the old family footage mixed in with the more recent stuff is a true "full circle" moment. So great to see. I hope this finds you well. All the best, Jack NYC
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Nick, how proud you must be of this marvelous film. Kudos to the editor! A great family story that I truly loved! Congratulations. Can’t wait for part 2.
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You did such a good job capturing the people and letting them talk. Made this film journey so much richer. Thank you
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This is a remarkable documentary. One if the best hiking documentaries, by a mile. I loved the way you have so succinctly captured so many peoples' motivations to be on the trail. Every part is packed full of heart, charm, unique characters, interesting narration and individual stories, as well of course as the views along the trail. Moving, connecting, incredibly watchable - just fantastic ❤
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Okay, this video made me laugh out loud. Standing in the drive through of Zaxby's was funny.
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This is the best thing I’ve ever seen!!!! Amazing
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What’s up brother this is Bear. Fellow 2020’r. I summited with Flash on Mama K and hiked most the way with guys and gals like Uncle Jim, Fonzie, Bender, Dr X, and Hotpants. Thanks for posting these memories, the people who made our year so special and great. I’ll gladly reminisce. What a fucking year man, nobody who didn’t hike in our year can understand. Happy trails.
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Wow!!!! LOVE THIS FILM!!!
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Glad this showed up as a suggestion on youtube this morning. Well done. Great video, editing and story. Looking forward to more!
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This was a perfect way to start the morning. Looking forward to the other episodes. Keep them coming!
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Thank you! Inspiration for my thru hike next April.
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lol, you’re a kind soul… I’ve never heard someone describe chipmunk chirps as beautiful 😂 Maybe I have too many around my house, because they drive me up a wallllllluh!
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Really inspiring! What a nice movie. Thanks for sharing ♥️
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Been waiting a looooong time for this to come on YouTube! saw it a long time ago, and want the masses to see it as well. SUPERB!
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This is a beautiful piece of art. Thank you for contributing this to the world. Subscribed and waiting for episode 2!
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Glad to see you’re releasing this to YouTube, my friend
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Fantastic! You’ve done an incredible job of showing the trail and your experience. LOVE THE FLASHBACKS! I completed a thru hike in 2022z
