Just Passing Thru - A Pacific Crest Trail Film

In 2022 I thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail... here's how it went.
I credit this entire adventure to the amazing people I walked alongside, the trail angels who were more generous than I thought possible and the amazing trail crews from the PCTA. A film could never capture the epic scale of this thing, but I hope to give just a glimpse into the world that is thru-hiking. Please watch in HD or 4K.
Music licensed through Epidemic Sounds, Musicbed and Artlist.io. Want to listen? open.spotify.com/playlist/2Cs...
A special thank you to Jack for help with videography and editing.
It’s no secret that I definitely had some major inspiration for this project. A massive shout out to ‪@ElinaOsborne‬ who made me fall in love with this journey
I really appreciate your support for future films over on my Patreon, where you can find behind the scenes content and ask for advice! www.patreon.com/CourtneyEveWh...
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  • @jm5315
    @jm5315 Жыл бұрын

    I would have happily paid money to have sat in a theater and watched this. This was wonderful.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow what a compliment! Thank you for watching :)

  • @calliegardiner2595

    @calliegardiner2595

    Жыл бұрын

    Me too

  • @erinwirtz1007

    @erinwirtz1007

    Жыл бұрын

    Same!

  • @Katheg28

    @Katheg28

    Жыл бұрын

    SAME! Just extraordinary :)

  • @marieredgrift1432

    @marieredgrift1432

    Жыл бұрын

    Ill agree with that

  • @rikspector
    @rikspector Жыл бұрын

    Courtney, I am 81 and spent a lot of time hiking and backpacking, even now my wife and I get out when we can. I live in Ferndale, WA Years from now, you will remember what you achieved as a young person. Be grateful for your youth and health and achievements and for having the technology to share it with us. The world is a wonderful place and you still have ,God willing, many adventures ahead of you. Cheers, Frederick "Rik" Spector

  • @LucasTheMeh

    @LucasTheMeh

    4 ай бұрын

    Even though my life has not started in a way, I'll take this message to mind!

  • @dankane8777

    @dankane8777

    Ай бұрын

    Wonderful words. I'm 75 and continue to keep looking forward. Don't take your health for granted.

  • @cheriMontana
    @cheriMontana9 ай бұрын

    I’m 71 years old and just starting my dream of hiking the PCT. Worked 45 years as an ICU / ER Nurse, married 48 years, two sons and 5 grandchildren . Now it’s my time to do what I’ve always wanted to do. I am one year post two knee replacements. Last week I did my first 4 miles on the PCT. Next June, I will be 72 years old, hiking with my 71 yer old brother on the PCT. I am very excited to start my new journey.

  • @Vggfdd-kj9kj

    @Vggfdd-kj9kj

    8 ай бұрын

    I'm homeless and only dream of a life like yours, the sadness is that I never will. In my next life!

  • @mahyarmirtayebi2801

    @mahyarmirtayebi2801

    7 ай бұрын

    good luck

  • @bluntshark8168

    @bluntshark8168

    5 ай бұрын

    if not now ,then when

  • @kilvrecht

    @kilvrecht

    4 ай бұрын

    Cheri, good luck, l am sure you'll make it!

  • @aerisd.1155

    @aerisd.1155

    4 ай бұрын

    @@Vggfdd-kj9kj It is NEVER too late to change. ive been homeless for most of my life due to my family. Unfortunately i had to cut them off and go out on my own. but you meet many great people on your journey. ive now built my house from the ground up. its 10x20 and by no means is it fancy, but its a long way from where i was just 5 years ago. sometimes the hardest thing to do is to start, but its always worth it in the longrun

  • @artfulescape
    @artfulescape Жыл бұрын

    "And then it's done, your footprints washed away in the rain." When you're older young people will start to ask...what does it feel like to be 50? or 60? or 80? To me it feels like this, you're walking the trail and there are glorious moments and painful ones and the further along you get the more you want to see thru to the end but you feel the bittersweet longing for the excitement of when you started. The wisdom that comes was hard earned but worth the pain and you know as you watch loved ones cross over we were only ever meant to be passing thru.

  • @danadaurey24

    @danadaurey24

    Жыл бұрын

    epic insight.

  • @asfaltsflickan

    @asfaltsflickan

    Жыл бұрын

    That’s beautiful.

  • @rikspector

    @rikspector

    11 ай бұрын

    If you saw my comment, that was a life reply, but yours is so much more eloquent than mine Cheers, Rik Spector

  • @damiandraven4537

    @damiandraven4537

    9 ай бұрын

    Love this

  • @rogerelzenga4465

    @rogerelzenga4465

    3 ай бұрын

    thats pretty profound!

  • @christiankilleen7626
    @christiankilleen7626 Жыл бұрын

    Wow dude. This is incredible. I'd suggest you consider sending it into a film festival or two for consideration. They might need you to re-edit it to fit their criteria but this is so good I think you might have a decent chance at winning. I really enjoyed watching this.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Christian, what a great idea. Definitely something I will look into. Thank you!

  • @reelisticoutdoors4358

    @reelisticoutdoors4358

    Жыл бұрын

    As a professional film maker I second Christians suggestion

  • @hoosierbaddy3052

    @hoosierbaddy3052

    Жыл бұрын

    @@courtneyevewhite awesome 👏 job both physically and creatively as well. To self document a hike of that magnitude is pure genius. Gorgeous landscapes! I am a native Californian. So, well traveled in this state. Thank you for taking such pains to get us the visuals of the west and PNW. Once again kudos to you.

  • @lillianbonilla3538

    @lillianbonilla3538

    11 ай бұрын

    I agree

  • @jorgergonzalezvisualartist8925

    @jorgergonzalezvisualartist8925

    8 ай бұрын

    Incredibly beautiful your film, especially your ending thoughts on reaching Canada. As a young person I also had a yearning to hike, unfortunately the closest I came was a month long ride across country on a motorcycle and a tent plus various artist in residence in various countries. Those memories are always with me at 61 years young. There is a saying in spanish that is “que me quiten lo bailado “ “take away from me the dances” Is a saying relating to the end of life as you look back and only have your memories, and you will definitely have amazing memories. Thank you from Miami for this beautiful film.

  • @mikemcdonald2755
    @mikemcdonald2755 Жыл бұрын

    "And into the forest I must go, to loose my mind and find my soul" my favorite quote, by John Muir. The older I get, the more it applies Lol. God bless you all

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes! such a good one! Thanks Mike

  • @caelgrayheavens1234

    @caelgrayheavens1234

    Ай бұрын

    I love that♥️ it reminds me of a psalm. Eternal life through Jesus Christ.

  • @chemistryflavored
    @chemistryflavored Жыл бұрын

    As an Oregonian it’s been a lifelong dream to thru hike the PCT. I’ve made plans to do it for my 50th year on earth. These videos fuel that dream and the more I watch the more I want it. Thank you for making this for everyone to experience a small part of the trail with you.

  • @cavemanben

    @cavemanben

    Жыл бұрын

    Don't wait, get out there and do it. Something always comes up to spoil our plans, don't wait!

  • @DLAidoo
    @DLAidoo Жыл бұрын

    Wow, somehow this got suggested to me on my homepage and I am very grateful to the algorithm that it did. Incredible film... And then I noticed it was your first video and you had under 2k subs... What a start to a channel Courtney. The visuals are stunning but it's the voice-over that keeps you engaged for the whole thing. Heartfelt, human and real. Had me teary-eyed multiple times. Can't wait to see your coming adventures! Much love and congrats!

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so so much!

  • @thesolarrunner4496
    @thesolarrunner4496 Жыл бұрын

    This is perhaps the best PCT video I've seen yet. Thank you for sharing the magic with us. You mentioned that "the itching begins before the scratching is over". Listen to those itches and find your next adventure. We can't wait to see what you do next, and we can only hope that you'll share it again with us!

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, what a huge compliment! Yes, planning the next thing already. I can’t wait to be on trail again and of course I hope to share it too 😊

  • @Rachelshy2345
    @Rachelshy23452 ай бұрын

    Just to let you know this film is so good that I come back to watch this anytime I need a pick me up ❤

  • @alexuspittman
    @alexuspittman Жыл бұрын

    "I love the lord and I really like monsters." Loved this moment. Fantastic film Courtney! Beautifully shot.

  • @rebeccasrandomness3045
    @rebeccasrandomness3045 Жыл бұрын

    Honestly when I saw the length of this video I was like no way but I ended up enjoying the whole thing. Thank you so much for sharing your delightful adventure. Please share more of your journey with us!

  • @scottburditt4983

    @scottburditt4983

    Жыл бұрын

    Exactly how I felt. And I never once thought about hitting pause.

  • @deldridg

    @deldridg

    Жыл бұрын

    Maybe some of us should take on a long term endeavour like this so we be more open to things that take a while. Me included! Agree with your words - awesome stuff. Cheers - Dave

  • @LillylovesWills
    @LillylovesWills Жыл бұрын

    I never comment on KZread videos but I watched this and cried. This was the most beautiful hiking video/film I have ever watched and I can’t wait to see what else you upload! Thank you for making this masterpiece X

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Well thank you so much for taking the time to comment here Lilly! I’m glad you enjoyed it

  • @MeanerGreener

    @MeanerGreener

    Жыл бұрын

    I came here only to say the exact same thing.

  • @ericd8302
    @ericd8302 Жыл бұрын

    "Forced me to get introduced to parts of myself I haven't met". Thank you, that may be the best sentence I've ever heard to explain endurance sports or physical adventures. And thank you for documenting and sharing your adventure!

  • @blisspop6193
    @blisspop6193 Жыл бұрын

    The cinematography, soundtrack, and simple narration was exceptional! Your documentary was extraordinary and perhaps the best 53:37 I've ever spent. Thank you for contructing this film and sharing your experience-of-a-lifetime. You did'nt make this thru-hike about yourself, but rather the visual and emotional experience you took...step-by-step. You have a real obvious gift for videography and storytelling. Sending you tons of love and future happiness from Ohio!!

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh gosh thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed 😊

  • @bobski36
    @bobski36 Жыл бұрын

    Exceptional film ! Had a total 'Into the Wild' meets 'Walter Mitty' feel to it. Award worthy editing. It must have been hard to edit it into just 1hr. "The itching begins before the scratching is over", really hits home to the heart of adventure.

  • @fireprooof101
    @fireprooof101 Жыл бұрын

    Having been a wildland fire fighter for nearly a decade I recognize so many of these places, feelings and pain. This is motivation to start living again..

  • @bighaasfly
    @bighaasfly Жыл бұрын

    Young lady, I want to thank you for making and sharing your video. I’m sure it took a lot of time to put together. Last night I was stressed out. Bills, career, cars, wife, kids, clutter around the house, all the trappings of a western life had pushed and built up around me. I went for a 5 mile run, took a nice cool shower, cracked a cold beer and somehow stumbled across your video. I watched a bit, felt my mind drift off to my home state of California and faded to sleep. This morning I made my coffee and sat in the big chair to watch the rest. I could literally feel the stress continuing to drain out of my body as I watched the rest of your story. I’ve never done the PCT or any long distance hike like that, but it has tickled my imagination for years now. Someday, someday I will join you and the others to earn that hiker smell, look down at my worn down shoes, endure a sore body and the store away memories of sights and experiences that will travel with me for a lifetime, just as they do for you. Thank you again. All the best. Brian

  • @CozyFernweh
    @CozyFernweh14 күн бұрын

    This just now popped up in my recommended section. Can't believe the impact it still has a year later!!! Can't wait to watch it. I am 3 minutes in and HOOKED.

  • @Luvlifemtbike
    @Luvlifemtbike Жыл бұрын

    I have such a sadness watching a video like this that I never got to do adventures like these in my twenties. Thank you so much for letting me share this beautiful adventure with you

  • @lisamartin8472

    @lisamartin8472

    Жыл бұрын

    you don't have to be in your 20s to go on adventures!

  • @lunaartemis5511

    @lunaartemis5511

    19 күн бұрын

    I'm 40 next year. I've only just begun mine..

  • @herether3verywhere
    @herether3verywhere11 ай бұрын

    I'm watching this after being incredible inspired by two hikers who came and stayed in my house in Ashland on their way to Canada. Here I am crying at the magnitude of your accomplishment and the beauty through which you captured the experience. Thank you.

  • @HarmenHoek
    @HarmenHoek Жыл бұрын

    I usually don't like watching films created by other hikers, but damn, this one is good! Great storystelling. Thanks!

  • @farbeyonddriven8173

    @farbeyonddriven8173

    Жыл бұрын

    And you outta know!!!

  • @BicheBug1996

    @BicheBug1996

    Жыл бұрын

    Whyyyy dont you watch other hikers work because you feel you are tooo good

  • @murphyzlaw
    @murphyzlaw15 күн бұрын

    Super good film. I almost cried at the ending. I'm nearly 62 and am section hiking Oregon, then Washington, then California. You are an inspiration.

  • @zahidkhan04
    @zahidkhan04 Жыл бұрын

    53minute of bravery and honesty,53 minutes to learn why not we should quit,53 minutes that sums up the months of dare and courage.My respect and praises for you.Way to go guys.The expressions and smiles at the end of this video worth everything.Inspired by your achievement.🙂

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so so much!

  • @gregking-lifeingeneral9125
    @gregking-lifeingeneral9125 Жыл бұрын

    Wow..... just FREAK'N WOW!!! What an epic journey Courtney. So glad I found this video. Absolutely had a few tears when you made the touch at the Terminus. Well done.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Greg!

  • @EnergiA854

    @EnergiA854

    10 ай бұрын

    without the music

  • @hikersteph
    @hikersteph Жыл бұрын

    I couldn't keep the tears from flowing watching this. It's been 3 years since my own PCT journey and watching this, so many feelings and experiences came flooding back. It's astounding really to think of how much that experience changed me and the path that I'm on today... and I think a part of me will always be homesick for that 2,650 mile ribbon of dirt that connected us all. Thanks for bringing me back!

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Aw thank you for taking the time to watch Stephanie. I know that homesick feeling well. Congratulations on your hike and I hope to see you on trail some day :)

  • @karlaarmstrong1843
    @karlaarmstrong1843 Жыл бұрын

    I've watched a lot of PCT videos, and this one captured my heart and soul. Wonderfully done, great narration and beautiful footage. What an amazing accomplishment. Liked and subscribed :)

  • @purelightlove8888
    @purelightlove88882 ай бұрын

    Stunning 🥾Heartfelt 🥾 Magical 🥾 Breathtaking 🥾Emotional 🥾Sacred 🌎 you captured it all in such an Epic way, thank you for bringing me along with you on your Captivating Adventure Courtney!!! You possess a real gift for storytelling!!! ☀️

  • @johnelliott8971
    @johnelliott8971 Жыл бұрын

    Courtney your journey was epic, and you told the story so well. Thank you for sharing it with us.

  • @janneleesonora4017
    @janneleesonora4017 Жыл бұрын

    I was on the PCT trail a few days ago and had no idea what a gem I stumbled upon. You gave hiking a whole new meaning to me. Great work 🥰

  • @PenandPaperScience
    @PenandPaperScience Жыл бұрын

    Truly magnificent. Thank you so much for putting in the effort to take us along the journey.

  • @stevenprice157
    @stevenprice157 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all the work to document such an amazing journey. Great job!

  • @sammednick8482
    @sammednick8482 Жыл бұрын

    Bout two minutes in and I can tell this is gonna be a banger. Really like the editing it’s fast paced but relaxing at the same time

  • @BeaglesBackcountryAdventures
    @BeaglesBackcountryAdventures Жыл бұрын

    Not enough words to describe this one. Courtney, this was simply amazing! Incredible job on the editing, narration, and music; i'm not a guy that typically gets emotional but this one stirred me a bit. I'm a dedicated backpacker and have done quite a bit of hikes - but most people just don't understand what you and the others accomplished.. what an undertaking that was for several months of your life. Well done and congrats to your tramily! 🏔🥾🥾👊

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! It’s no small feat for sure, and there are people out there doing even far crazier than us. Thank you for watching and happy trails

  • @AithU89
    @AithU89 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for taking my with you on that epic journey. Through your ups and downs, your joy, your doubts, your laughter. It was so inspiring and beautiful to watch!

  • @artemimaljavin6651
    @artemimaljavin6651 Жыл бұрын

    Very inspiring and heartwarming!!! Thank you some much!!! Hope to see your next journeys! Good luck!

  • @MadelineElaineYT
    @MadelineElaineYT Жыл бұрын

    This stirred my soul, thank you for all the work you poured into creating this and sharing it with the world💛

  • @Travelpage193
    @Travelpage193 Жыл бұрын

    Wow. This is the most moving video I've ever seen. I feel inspired to hike the PCT. You showed the good moments but didn't forget to show where it went wrong and the tough times. Incredible Narration, music choice, and the scenes were breathtaking. Congrats on this huge accomplishment Courtney.

  • @randallmiller2017
    @randallmiller2017 Жыл бұрын

    One of the best PCT films that I've seen. You're a gifted wordsmith. Thanks for taking us along and congrats on your accomplishment. Cheers!

  • @Tam-Solo70
    @Tam-Solo703 ай бұрын

    I had not idea that people were so generous on these hiking trails. Trail Angels!! Bless you all!! If I lived near one of these trail systems that is something I would totally get into!! Living vicariously through others and providing something small that is so huge. I love it!!!

  • @rowingfrance
    @rowingfrance Жыл бұрын

    That's just beyond words Courtney. A beautiful film of a journey of a lifetime. You captured the joy, the pain, the beauty, and the emotional experience of it all. Having been to Washington State and BC a few times I could feel the build up to the ecstasy and the sadness awaiting your triumph at the end. Just beautiful!!

  • @bobtorres6965
    @bobtorres6965 Жыл бұрын

    I have watched A LOT of PCT videos and this is one of the best. WELL DONE!

  • @msadrakhall
    @msadrakhall Жыл бұрын

    What a wonderful journey, thank you for sharing! Happy trails to you always!

  • @LeonardOutdoorsNM
    @LeonardOutdoorsNM Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on such an amazing accomplishment! I have watched many thru-hiker documentaries, and yours is certainly one of the best! I am a bit of a data geek, but thru-hikers such as yourself that can truly tell a meaningful story go so much deeper than those that just report the daily weather, elevation gains, and miles for the day. Thank you for being vulnerable and taking the extra time to video, edit, and narrate for all of us to pass thru with you.

  • @balu8945
    @balu89455 ай бұрын

    This is incredible !

  • @halloweendancing
    @halloweendancing Жыл бұрын

    Amazing and so inspiring! I can’t wait until I can hike the PCT someday !!

  • @kylecolmar964
    @kylecolmar964 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for sharing your journey with us. Your video truly touched my heart.

  • @HuskyHiker99
    @HuskyHiker995 ай бұрын

    Hi Courtney. You've been a huge inspiration (great video). I've watched it several times. So much so, I am now a big fan of the Hunts. (I have the songs in my playlist now and listen to them while hiking) I'm in the 2025 class (or will be) - totally obsessed. I'm an old dog as well (will turn 64 on the trail) and training like a maniac. I'll be as ready as I can be, the rest is up to my body. Lost 90 lbs getting ready. If I didn't lose the weight it would be like piggy backing a teenager through the entire trail. lol Starting a channel and will do regular posts. Thanks again for the video.

  • @TravelwithBreezy
    @TravelwithBreezy Жыл бұрын

    Courtney, this was by far one of the best PCT documentaries I've ever seen. I've been a fan of the hike from reading and watching videos and this film was incredible. Especially your unique way of describing the mental and emotional aspect that accompanies the physical demand fo the trek. Good on ya!

  • @Simon..Chapman
    @Simon..Chapman Жыл бұрын

    I enjoyed this so much, I was PCT class of ‘21. You captured it all so well thank you. I think of the PCT every day and it was the most fulfilling period of my life

  • @lalamusic2411
    @lalamusic2411 Жыл бұрын

    I am so happy that your video got recommended to me! Totally needed this today to remind me to push through my studies and then go out and hike again. This is such an inspiration, thank you for your honesty and showing all the vulnerable moments too. So thrilled to see what you're up to next!

  • @kellyauner8648
    @kellyauner8648 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you SO much for sharing your journey! This is an amazing heartfelt documentary!!!

  • @misskellijo2103
    @misskellijo210310 ай бұрын

    This is absolutely the best film I have ever watched. So many emotions that I felt watching this. It has awakened some thing in me. And I’m truly feeling the most inspired I’ve ever felt thanks to you. Thank you for this extraordinary piece of art that you have shared with us

  • @mattintx
    @mattintx Жыл бұрын

    Beautifully shot, beautifully written, and a wonderful journey to follow you on. Thanks, Courtney, for keeping this account. Well done indeed.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for taking the time to watch Matt!

  • @makeuphappy1
    @makeuphappy1 Жыл бұрын

    What a treat to watch your journey ❤ THANK YOU for sharing 😊

  • @jfitz6936
    @jfitz6936 Жыл бұрын

    Great job Courtney! Thanks for sharing. I’ve watched a bunch of PCT vids and yours is right up there with the best.❤

  • @thndrmatt
    @thndrmatt Жыл бұрын

    Wow. Just wow. I had previously watched Elina's series as well as others. While the scenery is beautiful and part of why we watch, it is actually the writing that draws us in, just like every great book with no pictures always has. While you might have taken a similar journey as many others before and after will, this video is your own, uniquely you, and was truly a pleasure to enjoy.

  • @tbc543

    @tbc543

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow is about right. She’s basically ripped off Elina. Nothing original about any of this. Total rip right down to the thumbnail and voiceovers. Shameful

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for taking the time to watch :)

  • @craigparrott305

    @craigparrott305

    Жыл бұрын

    @@tbc543 You sound like fun!

  • @mateuszbak8052
    @mateuszbak8052 Жыл бұрын

    Girrrrl, the smile at the end is describing all the happines you had through this journey! amazing shots and congrats! love it, stay safe

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Hahah yes, I was feeling all the feelings at that point. Thank you for watching 😊

  • @SteveAmes
    @SteveAmes11 ай бұрын

    What a warm and wonderful story. Thank you for sharing - such a gift.

  • @raygungarage
    @raygungarage Жыл бұрын

    I'm so glad glad that this video found me. You're a great inspiration, and I hope you can share your future adventures with the world. Thank you for this !

  • @richardbench804
    @richardbench804 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing video Courtney! You're a natural storyteller and it was great to get a glimpse in to the story of your journey.

  • @Allysgirl41
    @Allysgirl41 Жыл бұрын

    Every year I follow the hikers on the PCT ...this is such a great video..Right up there with Elina Osborne's - It Is The People | A Pacific Crest Trail Film ...Thank you for sharing your hike with us...LOVED IT!!

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Oh my gosh, thank you so much. I am truly flattered and I’m really glad you enjoyed x

  • @chrism2821
    @chrism2821 Жыл бұрын

    What an epic hike ! Thank u so much for sharing your journey. It was truly beautiful to watch you and the others along the way ! Good for u!!! 😊

  • @salvadorluna4923
    @salvadorluna4923 Жыл бұрын

    This is one of the best hiking films I’ve ever seen! Love the feel of every mile, you definitively know how to tell a story! ❤️❤️

  • @rebeccahearns8381
    @rebeccahearns8381 Жыл бұрын

    This brought me to tears. The telling of your journey was exceptional, Courtney, and is what's pushing me to get on the PCT.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    I hope you get out there! Happy trails x

  • @TheAlexGivenGuy
    @TheAlexGivenGuy Жыл бұрын

    That was a fantastic film 🔥 thanks for sharing your journey in such a compelling way.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much Alex 😊

  • @celestryalcelestryal6690
    @celestryalcelestryal6690 Жыл бұрын

    There is a magic in experiencing a journey like this. The bonds formed with others sharing the experience with you are like no other. Those bonds stand the tests of time and distance. You captured the magic as perfectly as possible as to completely capture it is to actually be there. Thank you for sharing. Wishing you and other hikers a very happy holiday. Wishing you and all continued magic and joy in 2023.

  • @mattnewson2342
    @mattnewson2342 Жыл бұрын

    This is an amazing documentary of your experience. Thank you allowing us to be a part of it!

  • @sgeorge3167
    @sgeorge3167 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on finishing the PCT.... I love peoples own stories and adventure channels better than professional television. Great job with narration and editing. I was actually sad at the end....Hope to see more adventures from you in the future.....

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! Definitely more to come :)

  • @nicebopo
    @nicebopo Жыл бұрын

    I’ve watched quite a few of these through hike vids and agree w others that this is def one of the best ones, mainly due to your captivating honest narration , and thoughtful editing. Well done…cheers✌🏼🙏🏼👍🏻

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, I’m glad you enjoyed 😊

  • @jasonpeterson1506
    @jasonpeterson1506 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Courtney for sharing this incredibly beautiful journey and transformation of yourself!

  • @stuartvrieze9384
    @stuartvrieze93849 ай бұрын

    Beautiful and heartfelt, loved it!

  • @JillianCampsArizona
    @JillianCampsArizona Жыл бұрын

    Woah, this is awesome! I can't believe that you hiked all of of this! Thank you for sharing with us, I am very impressed with your editing skills!

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s a big one! Haha thank you so much, and thank you for watching 😊

  • @timdrechsel18793
    @timdrechsel18793 Жыл бұрын

    WOW. What an unbelievable journey! I was laughing and crying with you for the last 53 minutes. 👏

  • @juliaanzelc4136
    @juliaanzelc4136 Жыл бұрын

    I am left with teary eyes and a new sense of inspiration. Thank you.

  • @ricurrence
    @ricurrence Жыл бұрын

    I never get tired watching your feel good film. I love the laugh at the end. Beautiful.

  • @clickclack96
    @clickclack96 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Courtney, it was an pleasure meeting you. I am not sure you remember Crusty Loaf and me, ClickClack. We are the two German vegans and we all met first at Scouts & Frodos place and then in Washington again. :) I just wanna thank you for this very special film! It gave me goosebumbs again and makes we want to go back to the trail. You put so much effort in cutting and editing, you can feel it. So cool to see how your adventure was and that you made it to the boarder right before the fire closure. Hope you are well :)

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Click Clack! Mate your name is in the credits, of course I remember you guys, you absolutely made Scout and Frodos for me, made me feel really comfortable and excited for the people I would meet on trail. Congratulations on finishing, dont be a stranger :)

  • @eugenemorrison2720
    @eugenemorrison2720 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing. What a beautiful journey... I feel like an adventure like this is a metaphor for life. All the excitement at the beginning, the ups and downs in the middle, and the gratitude at the end that the Universe gave you a chance to experience it. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    What a lovely way of describing it! Thank you for taking the time to watch 😊

  • @nicj99

    @nicj99

    Жыл бұрын

    I walk nearly daily in the local cemetery, and sometimes I go over to the corner where all the babies are interred, and when you start reading the accounts of one day lives, and one month lives, and one year lives, it makes me think of everything you just wrote about the gratitude and the incredible gift of years that those of us around to Muse about it have been given .. I usually can’t spend very much time there because it’s so overwhelming that so many never had a chance to experience all of the things that the rest of us who get decades do…

  • @alisoncarey9546
    @alisoncarey9546 Жыл бұрын

    Huge huge congratulations to all of you for completing this huge task. It looks sooooo much fun. Big hugs ❤

  • @meganscott8186
    @meganscott8186 Жыл бұрын

    I was going to binge watch thru-hike docs today. After seeing yours, I have to change my plans; nothing else can match this one. Congratulations on your thru-hike, and thank you so much for sharing the beauty and the beast of such a hike. Bravo!

  • @pcthammer4759
    @pcthammer4759 Жыл бұрын

    The best PCT film I’ve ever seen! I’ve hiked half of the trail and hosted over 100 MeetUp section hikes. This is inspiring 😎🔨 “Hammer”

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow thanks so much Hammer!

  • @elis_adventures
    @elis_adventures Жыл бұрын

    This is legitimately one of the greatest thru-hike films I’ve ever seen. You’re making me want to do the PCT! I’m telling all my friends to subscribe to you! Please keep making content

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Do the PCT!!

  • @bastieichenholz8247
    @bastieichenholz8247 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for letting us travel on your shoulder. Such an amazing variety of landscapes! I feel enriched and happy now.

  • @user-hp5lr9gy5e
    @user-hp5lr9gy5e Жыл бұрын

    So great! Congratulations! What an experience

  • @morkani
    @morkani Жыл бұрын

    I really like your style of storytelling. After rewatching Tip Tap's series for so many times, it is enjoyable to see, how different people experienced the trail, how they interpret the PCT, show it in their stories. PS. As I noticed, you filmed a lot on DJI Osmo Pocket (beautiful cam). I got it after watching Elina's videos and, as for me, it is probably the best camera for such kind of filming.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I love Elina’s work and was definitely very inspired by her 😊 yes, the DJI pocket is great, and so easy to just load all your footage into the cloud when you get to town or watch it back on your phone!

  • @davef5916
    @davef5916 Жыл бұрын

    I dunno... I cried a bit. I went on a journey in 2009 when I was much younger. I hiked to 5000m over seven days with a small group in Sikkim India as part of a longer 3 months journey across the whole north. There were so many moments you had that brought it all back to me like it was yesterday. Thanks for sharing, this was great.

  • @myetter88
    @myetter88 Жыл бұрын

    This video is so inspiring, so beautifully narrated, so well put together. She did such an amazing job with this and such an amazing story line.

  • @corriedf
    @corriedf Жыл бұрын

    Incredible work. Thank you for sharing your journey.

  • @BladesByClaw
    @BladesByClaw Жыл бұрын

    Just makes me wanna attempt the PCT even more. Incredible film.

  • @boysinthewoods4189

    @boysinthewoods4189

    Жыл бұрын

    You like overcrowding and hipsters you will be in heaven.

  • @sophiaottinger7344
    @sophiaottinger7344 Жыл бұрын

    After finishing with lots of fire flopping my partner and I stayed at Dougs. He is such a kind soul, it gives me so much joy to hear his name in your video. Thank you for posting such a beautiful summary of your hike, creators like you really help with the post trail depression and loneliness.

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Sophia! How good is Doug?! Dog snuggles and river swims, what more could a girl want? I hope the post trail depression isn’t treating you too poorly 😊

  • @mausefuss7480
    @mausefuss7480 Жыл бұрын

    had tears in my eyes remembering all those moments of my own thruhike in 2019. Love the scenes you caught on camera and all the editing stuff! It was a pleasure to watch this - thanks for sharing!

  • @matntamrose
    @matntamrose8 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your journey and experience with us, this helps me see that adventures like this can still happen. This filled up my joy cup just now and you did an excellent job documenting and narrating your this adventure!

  • @MtbEMS
    @MtbEMS Жыл бұрын

    Don’t normally watch 50 plus min videos on YT, but got hooked automatically within the first few minutes, by your down to earth personality. Thanks for taking us along the ride. Felt a nice calm while watching this. Curious what trail name did you get 🤓

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much, I’m really glad you enjoyed despite it being long! I actually didn’t end up getting a trail name… hopefully on my next adventure 😊

  • @nilly1497
    @nilly1497 Жыл бұрын

    Court you're killing me with the nostalgia, it was an honour to hike with y'all and an honour to be featured in this. Miss you guys so much - Yak

  • @courtneyevewhite

    @courtneyevewhite

    Жыл бұрын

    Forever the most epic trail family! Thanks for being part of the adventure Yak x

  • @richeretrudeau226
    @richeretrudeau226 Жыл бұрын

    Beautiful story telling, you got me all teared up. Congratulations to all of you!

  • @johnd746
    @johnd746 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on such a tremendous accomplishment. Have to believe it will be remembered by you as the adventure of a lifetime.

  • @alirylands2429
    @alirylands2429 Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been dying to get into thru hiking like this after months of watching videos, training for distance runs and weightlifting for years. I have a 2 year old and I wonder if I’d be able to do this with her. Either way, how do I get into something like this? Where do you even meet people who enjoy stuff like this? I’m too afraid to go alone. I have plenty of friends, just we are all “city people” lol. They don’t like to do stuff like this. But what an inspiring video!!!

  • @Rachelshy2345

    @Rachelshy2345

    Жыл бұрын

    Sameeee I’ve been camping and doing backpack and style stuff, my whole life but none of my friends are into it and I don’t know if I could do this alone either - it’s definitely a dream trip to say the least!!!

  • @alannagilmore8982

    @alannagilmore8982

    Жыл бұрын

    Me too! Except I’m trying to get pregnant again so it will be some time, but I’m itching to try it

  • @brittgroom3936
    @brittgroom3936 Жыл бұрын

    I just loved your short film Courtney. You're a natural story teller and the pictures were stunning. An honest account of the trials and tribulations of trail life and how that assimilates to real life. Really interesting and stunning. Thank you.

  • @rnbear
    @rnbear Жыл бұрын

    This is absolutely wonderful. It looks like such a beautiful, challenging, and humbling journey you went on. Thank you for sharing your experience with us and WOW to the creative masterpiece you've created in doing so!!!

  • @sophieburghard2407
    @sophieburghard2407 Жыл бұрын

    Wow, just wow!! What an amazing Film! Thanks for sharing your PCT Adventure