What a great video! A bit of everything: Hiking, adventure, history, wildlife, and even some lichen science. Plus a reminder to bring scissors of open those pesky little plastic bags. Thanks very much.

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

That sums it up nicely. I can't wait to go out there again.

Thank you for the history,and science lesson . The moose were the highlight of this beautiful hike.

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

MOOSE!! Yay

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yes, it was a quiet time and so peaceful.

Beautiful!!! And you finally got your moose!!! Thank you so much for sharing - so inspiring.

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

Great videos as always Rachel! Love the history lesson too! Learned a lot. Haven’t made it to Tucks yet but it’s on my list of places to see for sure. The majesty of it can’t be captured in a photo or video though I bet. Congrats on finally seeing a moose! How exciting and and scary at the same time! Exhilarating I’d say is the word for that experience! Especially a momma with a baby like you saw which can be super dangerous. Looking forward to your next video. Always an instant watch for me! 😀 Take care.

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much. I did a lot of research and it was tricky to get the shots to match the write up I prepared. I was out there with notes. But it is rewarding to offer some tidbits of knowledge to people.

Thank you. Neat to see someone using an xternal frame pack. Those muted fall colours are gorgeous.

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yes, I borrowed this one and it worked so well that I have ordered the larger version of that external frame pack. It's ideal for bigger loads.

That old-school pack takes me back to backpacking with my parents in the 70's. Very cool.

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

I was borrowing that one but just ordered the larger version for some winter adventure!

Great scenery, those trails look a little challenging. I loved that campground. Thank you.

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, I talked with a guy who had continued on Tuckerman Ravine Trail to the summit of Mount Washington and then come down Lion's Head and he looked happy, relieved, and satisfied. He said it was steep and cold but worth it.

Rachel, great meeting you at Hermit Lake and sharing my story of my 1st decent of the Lip way back in 1974 !!! Keep up the GREAT video's

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Thank you! It was awesome meeting you too and feeling the good vibe ski energy that seems to grow in that place and fly out of it like the waterfalls. I hope to go back in the snow.

Congratulations Rachel your quest is finally over!! You found your moose

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yes!

Wow. Good for you seeing a moose. I have only seen one in northeast up in Baxter around 30 yrs ago

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yeah, brings a smile to my face every time I remember the moose.

Cool! Congrats on seeing the moose!!!

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yes! Thanks. It was amazing.

Great trip, just the length I could handle these days, and your moose, finally!!! Until next time, safe trails!

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Yes, finally the moose and it was so perfect.

Wow first completing the 48, and now seeing moose! Congrats!

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you! It's so easy to sit in the chair by the fire but we have to keep getting out there to have a little adventure in life.

Fantastic history lesson. I love lichen, too. And what an amazing moose sighting!

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

Many thanks! It was fun to make this sort of video where I did some research ahead of time. I got the 52 book now and I'm adding places to my list.

What great views and just the right amount of hiking to get all that reward. Lean too structures look great, a best choice over the platforms in the weather. How many miles and elevation gain is it up to the camp from the Joe Dodge area? Bet you feel small at the bottom of Tuckerman’s Ravine. Hard to believe people ski down. So happy you finally got to see your Moose… or is that Mooses? (2 for the price of 1). Great video as always!

@RachelWhelton

9 ай бұрын

1800 feet from Joe Dodge up to the shelter area. Yes, the mom and young moose were the highlight for sure, a lifetime memory!