Great video I am of the age when traveling in the back country or wilderness areas I seldom saw others. It is great that so many young people get outside in today's world. It is a very different experience today. I just returned from a 5 day 4 night rafting trip on the Owyhee River in SE Oregon. . Other than the launch site or the take out site we rarely saw any other rafters. A word of caution. We did see one group that was not properly equipped and 2/3 of the group lost their boats. They had to spend one night in the open, wet and with no shelter. Other rafters picked them up and reunited the group. A reminder, the mountains and rivers do not care. If you are not prepared to self rescue you can die.

Those ladders with backpacks on 😮😳👀👏👏👏🫣

The sea lions are so great.

Hey!! It mike and lisa from the wct Was great meeting you too out there, we stayed with you at camper and cribs, i assume you guys made it to klanawa, we made it to michigan, downpoured out!!!! Love your channel, was great to meet you and bryan, look forward to your future videos Mike & lisa

This is so soothing. Thanks for giving me the pleasure of this adventure without the sore muscles, back, feet. I’ve done a lot of hiking, but it’s way better when you do it!

@KrystaNorwick

11 ай бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! And thank you so much for watching :)

Wow you guys made that look easy 😆So fun to re-live this through your video!

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

Yay! Glad you enjoyed coming along!! It’s so funny how, after certain types of experience, trails seem different. After my Croatia hike last year, any trail that is easy to follow seems so much easier to me now 😂

Nice song starting around @2:41.

This has to be one of the best nature hikes anywhere. What an amazing country we live in! Also kinda nice to hear Brian's laugh again, brings back wonderful memories.

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

It truly is incredible! Such a special experience to get to hike the trail for my second time and especially special to do it with Brian. I often forget how much knowledge about the coastline my mom has imparted on me and I was loving teaching Brian everything I know. He had a blast! His laughter and the sparkle in his eye is so wonderful to see, especially with how much he's been going through.

I was so inspired by your PCT shorts that I signed up for the WCT yesterday and then this popped into my feed today. What a delight to see this trail through your eyes and to hear your soothing voice. I am so looking forward to this trek now even more! Thank you!

@KrystaNorwick

3 ай бұрын

YAY! I am beyond excited for you! The WCT is an incredible hike. I hope you have a wonderful time! Keep a lookout for the whales - they seemed to be everywhere!

@briannorwick

3 ай бұрын

Wooohooo 🎉 have fun and thanks for sharing with us

Now I want to hike this trail too

So cool

what a dream... one day!

Wow! Weather looked great for you guys!

I get that all relationships take work, but the two of you seem to have something incredibly special…two awesome people, lots of laughter, fun and ease when together. So glad to be brought along on this adventure with you both. Thank you

@KrystaNorwick

9 ай бұрын

Aw thanks so much! Really appreciate you watching 💜

WOW. WOW. WOW. Best video of all. Now I want to do the WCT again!!

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

I thought of you the whole time!! I think we should do it together sometime in the next couple years. It is so so so beautiful!

We felt very much with you guys as you went up, down, and along the most amazing coastal trail in Canada. Wish we were in our thirties again. Just outstanding in every way.❤

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! It was so fun to get to share it with you ❤️! It's a very special place.

One of the most delightful things I have ever watched. Thank you so much!

I’ve never heard of this trail but now I want to hike it. Thanks for taking us along!

Beautiful views!! Thanks for sharing your adventure with us. 😊

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you could share in it 🥹

Good job both of you!! Thanks for sharing your adventures

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! And thank you so much for watching!!

Love this!! It's always great to have a reminder of what a special place we get to call home. I'm so excited to do the WCT this summer with the whole family. Thank you for sharing your journey.

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

Yay!! I hope you guys have the best time!! It is such a beautiful and fun trail!! I am so glad I was able to do it this season!

Dang! That was wonderful! So cool and so beautiful.

So incredible! I literally teared up for a moment - the trail is so stunning! 150 days until I start this experience!

@KrystaNorwick

3 ай бұрын

It is soooo stunning! Yay I'm excited for you! Keep your eyes peeled for whales - they are everywhere!

@briannorwick

3 ай бұрын

Amazing!! Happy hiking 🎉

Thanks for sharing your great experience. Looks like you had great weather.

I absolutely loved this video! 🤩

@KrystaNorwick

Жыл бұрын

Yay I'm so glad!! Thank you for watching :)

Well done! Great video 👍

@KrystaNorwick

10 ай бұрын

Thank you! It was a wonderful hike!

Carmanah was our favourite too!!! So beautiful!!

@KrystaNorwick

11 ай бұрын

Yes! So stunning and quiet for us! I loved seeing all the whales :)

Loved your video, I hope to do this trail in the future. We just completed the Lake Superior coastal trail this summer, that experience made me wanting more

You will love it! I meant

I've had the privilege of doing from Nitnaht to Pacheena Bay and wasn't sure I'd ever want to go back because there is just so much to see and Hike but this video reminded me of how special the WCT is. ❤

@KrystaNorwick

11 ай бұрын

That's wonderful you've seen that section - it's so incredible!! This was my second time hiking and it was equally awe inspiring the second time! Such a special place.

Would love to get your bits and bites recipe :)

Great video. Strange question, what kind of tent stakes did you use with your Durston tent?

hate to CARRY a bear can but it's super convenient to HAVE a bear can

@KrystaNorwick

11 ай бұрын

100% my thoughts exactly. Convenient in some ways and not in others. Trying to decide if I'll carry it for my whole PCT or not ...

Thanks for this Krysta. I have often wondered what the West Coast Trail looked like. And knowing I will never hike it, it was fun to hike along with you! Why not consider coming to Haida Gwaii one time? We have many great hikes there with stunning scenery and amazing wildlife. Let me know! Take care.

@KrystaNorwick

11 ай бұрын

Hi Judy! So glad you enjoyed!! I would absolutely love to visit Haida Gwaii and I will definitely let you know if I plan a trip up there!

The weather looks so nice. What month do you recommend going?

I enjoyed your video. I would love to do that trail. Are solo yikers allowed? Have you done the Easr Coast trail in Newfoundland? It is spectacular. I live near it and completed it in sections. Planning to do a thru hike next! Come east, you will loge it too.

@briannorwick

3 ай бұрын

Yep! Solo hiking is permitted 👍

Thank you for this. My 12yo, 15yo and I are planning to do this next June, if we can score a permit. We did the JDF last year. I have to say, I wonder if the WCT trail is easier in some respects?

@KrystaNorwick

8 ай бұрын

Oh wow! So excited for you!! If you don’t initially get a permit, keep your eye on cancellations. That’s usually how I always get a permit. I actually find JDF and WCT pretty different, so ya, you might find WCT easier on a daily basis!

I would.love to see your gear review foe this hike. Was this a hyperlite pack?

@briannorwick

3 ай бұрын

Krysta used her Durston Kakwa 55l pack and Durston Xmid 2 tent. Krys used the same pack to hike the PCT with- she really liked it!

Were doing cape scott again this july. what month did you do the WCT

@KrystaNorwick

11 ай бұрын

Amazing!! I hope you have a wonderful hike! We did the WCT in May :)

How much did your packs weight? I am planning a 6 night 7 day WCT hike. Any pack guidance would be great, what you loved having and what you didn’t need

@KrystaNorwick

9 ай бұрын

I think we were probably both carrying around 30 lbs at the start. I was super happy with everything I had. Within my Juan de Fuca trail video you can see a full breakdown of my gear. It’s the same gear I had with me on the WCT. If you still have questions after watching that, let me know!

Oh, also, Krista…how did you find the Altras for this trip? I am not sure about mine for long days, especially with the big pack. That said, I suspect you are an expert at packing light!

@KrystaNorwick

9 ай бұрын

I personally much prefer hiking in shoes versus boots. I like having more freedom of movement. I had no issues at all with my shoes. My pack was probably about 26-28 lbs fully loaded at the start. But everyone is different! Some people prefer having a more rigid boot. But it’s definitely not a requirement.

What time of year was this?

@KrystaNorwick

2 ай бұрын

May 2023!

I loved the dirt on Brian’s leg and foot, try barefoot hiking to really get grounded. Dirt meditation

@KrystaNorwick

11 ай бұрын

I've seen several people doing that, but never tried barefoot on a hike before. I do love the feeling of my feet on the earth though.

Do you know that Vancouver has the highest concentration of cougers/mountain lions in the lower 48 !?!?

@KrystaNorwick

3 ай бұрын

Vancouver Island?

@Jimbo-pm1dp

3 ай бұрын

@@KrystaNorwick I think so Krysta....I saw it on a documentary....I think it was Vancouver Island....!!

What month was this?

@KrystaNorwick

3 ай бұрын

May 2023!

Hey Krista and Bryan! It’s @hikingkarebear. I’m registered to hike the WCT in August! Any tips for a solo hiker? Thanks for sharing the great video!

@KrystaNorwick

2 ай бұрын

Yay! Have fun!! Hmm I can’t think of any specific tips. It’s an incredible trail!