 | CORONAVIRUS UPDATE PT.5 - 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ Pearl & SAM 1. 04. 2020 22:48:08 Enjoy this interview with Pearl and SAM. They are two inspiring women who have dreams of thru hiking the entire Appalachian Trail. This interview took place earlier in March and many new information have come out about the virus. SAM and her partner Serpent are off trail. Pearl is currently still on... |
 | 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ Nahamsha Hiker 3. 04. 2020 22:50:09 Hey yall, today I have a special interview with Taylor. Additionally I do not have any updates on Coronavirus and thru hiking. Most the hikers I have subscribed to this season are off the AT in response to the pandemic. Taylor is on those who decided earlier in March to step off and quarantine with ... |
 | 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ Frosty Hiker 6. 04. 2020 21:05:21 We hope everyone is staying safe during the Coronavirus pandemic. There are no new updates about the Appalachian Trail and Covid-19. This was my last interview I conducted with a thru hiker before I left Hot Springs in attempt to quarantine myself. Im hoping there will be more interviews for other 2... |
 | 10 THINGS ABOUT US (Family, ailments, secret talents and more) 9. 05. 2020 19:05:54 Here is a fun Q&A video style we were inspired to do by a couple hiker friends. We talk about our lives, family, jobs and more. Make sure to stay tuned until the end of the video to hear our announcement about a new series that is coming out soon.... |
 | PANDEMIC HIKING UPDATE - 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ Forty 23. 05. 2020 00:37:23 Hello friends! Im hoping this is the last Coronavirus/pandemic thru hiking update Ill have to share with you all. I also have a fun interview to share with Forty. He started at interstate 40 and is headed north. He was planning a NOBO thru hike for late March but after his plans changed he was force... |
 | 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ Braids 27. 05. 2020 00:22:44 From the front porch of the Appalachian Trail-er in Hot Springs I sat down to talk with Braids from Hiking With Braids. She talked precautions she is taking when getting back on trail, what she has been doing for two months, and her new gear. ... |
 | Introducing COUCH TO THRU HIKE (A year long journey to an adventure of lifetime) 29. 05. 2020 01:00:13 We are proud to announce Couch to Thru hike! This series has been a couple months in the making. This six part series is designed to equip, encourage, and prepare thru hike hopefuls who have zero to no backpacking experience and a low activity level. Starting from our day working at a local gear sho... |
 | The Beginning (Month 0-2) - COUCH to THRU HIKE 10. 06. 2020 22:30:00 Welcome to Episode 1 of couch to thru hike everyone! After several setbacks we are excited to bring you the first video in our six part series. If you have any questions or concerns please comment or message us. Additionally, if you are an artist and want to create a Lester & Betty character we will... |
 | 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ The Happy Go Londons 14. 06. 2020 20:00:10 Back at it with another thru hiker interview from the porch of the Appalachian Trail-er! This time we have the lovely Carlie and Brady London. They began a thru hike back in March but had to postpone due to covid. Listen all the way through to hear what they did during the two months they were off t... |
 | My Favorite APPALACHIAN TRAIL Section Hike (Max Patch to Hot Springs) 20. 06. 2020 18:30:00 UPDATE: CAMPING IS NO LONGER ALLOWED ON TOP OF MAX PATCH. Recently I shuttled a couple to the top of Max Patch. They were leaving on a two day hike on the Appalachian Trail and ending in Hot Springs. I remember loving this section while thru hiking and have come back to do some overnights and day hi... |
 | 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ Gigi & Jon (The Drifters) 12. 07. 2020 18:25:26 Long time no see!! It has been roughly 3 weeks since my last video. I have been working really hard the Appalachian Trail-er Bunkhouse and havent had a lot of opportunities to interview hikers. Luckily on a run/hike up Deer Park Mountain I met Gigi and Jon. They were subscribers of ours last year as... |
 | 2020 Thru Hiker Interview w/ Mercury 16. 07. 2020 23:17:52 A first on the Dower Duo Youtube channel, a hiking interview. On this particular day I interviewed Mercury who is attempting to set the FKT (Fastest Known Time) on the Appalachian Trail. As stated in the video since we are hiking, the sound quality wont be great but if you can get through the heavy ... |
 | HAND GESTURES to remember The 7 LNT Principals (Watch before your next hiking trip) 25. 08. 2020 20:00:06 Its been awhile yall! Im sorry, work has been busy and I am in the middle of planning another adventure. As a backpacking guide, Appalachian Trail thru hiker, and someone who lives right on the Appalachian Trail I have seen my fair share of improper use of Leave No Trace. Instead of getting mad abou... |
 | The Pursuit of Setting Speed Record - FASTEST KNOWN TIME on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail 26. 10. 2020 22:00:02 Over the summer of 2020 amongst the COVID-19 pandemic I set my sights on a seemingly impossible task. I aspired to set the fastest known time on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail that spans across the state of North Carolina totaling 1,175 miles. My hope was to run/hike/walk this trail alongside a support ... |
 | Calling Appalachian Trail Prospective Thru Hikers - ATTN: 2021 THRU HIKERS 12. 11. 2020 21:29:19 A video format Im bringing back from last year! If you have intentions of thru hiking the Appalachian Trail in the year 2021 send me a one minute video of you introducing yourself. I will compile all the videos I get into a collective project and share on Youtube. ... |
 | Tara Dower’s Record Breaking Hike - FKT on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail - Mountains 8. 12. 2020 23:30:09 Part one of a series highlighting Tara Dowers record setting hike on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail.In this film, you will watch the video journal entries of when I was speed hiking the mountain section of the MST. Youll see expansive views, injuries, drama and plenty of the amazing Mountains-To-Sea Tra... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 1 - Introducing the Van & BODY WORK 11. 12. 2020 19:30:09 Introducing a new series on our van build journey! Yes, we did and bought a van. Have we reached ULTIMATE MILLENNIAL status yet?! In November 2020 we bought this 2019 Ford Transit Cargo Van with a 148 wheel base. She has 27000 miles and is in great shape. In this video I will show our layout, do som... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 2 - Installing the MAXXAIR Fan 16. 12. 2020 16:30:05 Maxxair fan day!!! Or two days... this was a big day. The first couple big cuts to the van ceiling. It did not quite go as planned though.The blogs and videos that I followed for the Maxxair Fan install were..... |
 | Van Build Journal 3 - Installing the VAN FLOOR 23. 12. 2020 23:30:04 Lots of monologues in this video yall. The van floor took around 2 weeks to complete. In that time I was also able to finish the cabinet and countertop. My floor pattern is as follows..-Metal van floor... |
 | Appalachian Trail Class of 2021 + GEAR GIVEAWAY 4. 01. 2021 01:00:11 I was enthusiastic to bring back this video idea from last year; Introducing the Thru Hikers from that designated year. In November I sent out a call to anyone attempting to hike the entire Appalachian Trail to send me a one minute video introducing themselves. So here they are. 53 human prospective... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 4 - Van Insulating and Building the Bed 12. 01. 2021 23:30:03 Wowza! That insulation took ages to ship. But it finally arrived and I immediately began the insulating process. I used SM600L Thinsulate and 2 rolls (30x60 and 20x60) covered the entire van while leaving some excess to make window coverings. To adhere the Thinsulate I used 3M90. I then applied refl... |
 | Tara Dower's Record Breaking Hike - FKT on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail - Piedmont 1. 02. 2021 00:30:10 'Enter part two of a series highlighting Tara Dower's record-setting hike on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail.'To watch part one or 'Mountains' -https://youtu.be/sXOAqk4dRvMThe Mountains-To-Sea Trail spans 1,175 miles across the state of North Carolina. Beginning on the Tennessee/ North Carolina line in t... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 5 - Furring Strips & Storage 16. 03. 2021 23:14:27 So sorry for the delay! I am currently in San Diego in my newly converted van. Im working hard on updating all the build videos! Stay tuned for an influx. In this episode I work on several projects at once. I construct the large benches, upper storage and install the local ceiling boards. ... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 6 - Benches & Storage Build 20. 03. 2021 00:00:18 Hey Yall! Back at it again with another build video. There was a point in the build where I was working on several projects at once. In this video I will be working on the local ceiling boards as well as the upper storage. Additionally I am now in San Diego with my newly converted van so I should be... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 7 - Van Electrical Board 23. 03. 2021 23:02:01 You may observe that I use the word nervous a lot before actually wiring.. It was extremely nerve wracking because I didnt want to ruin any of the expensive components. However once I got started you can see my confidence rise. With the right amount of research and persistence I believe anyone can i... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 8 - Successful VAN Solar Powered Electrical 31. 03. 2021 21:15:03 I finished the solar powered electrical system yall! It was a huge encouragement to get it done but also get it done RIGHT! Youll see in the video my reaction when I finally connect it all. I hope you guys enjoyed. ... |
 | much needed transition - WHY I'm Rebranding our ADVENTURE Channel 9. 04. 2021 21:13:38 A quick lil announcement I think y'all are going to want to listen to! YES, we are rebranding the YouTube account from my husband and I's joint YouTube to my individual account. Listen up to learn more! Please help spread the word y'all! ... |
 | Tara Dower's Record Breaking Hike - FKT on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail - Coastal 10. 05. 2021 01:00:14 'Enter part THREE of a series highlighting Tara Dower's record-setting hike on the Mountains-To-Sea Trail.'To watch part ONE or 'Mountains' -https://youtu.be/sXOAqk4dRvMTo watch part TWO or Piedmont -https://youtu.be/jtIrzDmpYVg... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 9 - Installing the Cedar CEILING 12. 06. 2021 00:30:08 Video 9 of my van build journal series includes ceiling & cabinet installation, as well as a couple other small projects. Its been a little awhile! Sorry guys. Life just gets in the way and YouTube has been pushed to the side. Now that Im getting into a routine I can devote more time to it. ... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 10 - Securing the plywood WALLS 19. 07. 2021 23:45:28 Video 10 of my van build journal series is all about those WALLS! Wahoo. The van is finally looking more finished and legit. If you are building your own van I would recommend doing research into what type of walls you need not want. The paneling I hear is very difficult to install and most professi... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 11 - RUNNING Water in the VAN! 6. 08. 2021 02:00:16 This video journal Ill install the water system. The water system is very simple and easy to install. I was finished with the system in a day but did have to run to Home Depot a couple times in order to get the proper supplies. The purpose of this camper van is for part time adventures opposed to a ... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 12 - Camper Van Storage made EASY 10. 08. 2021 02:00:08 My dad and I will be working on constructing the drawers. My advice if you plan on making your own drawers/ storage is to measure a bunch and eliminate as many moving parts as possible. I could of saved myself a couple hours if I had just left out the table slide. The drawers were fine but we could ... |
 | + GEAR I’m bringing on the JMT - THRU HIKE ANNOUNCEMENT 12. 08. 2021 02:00:18 Hey yall!I have an exciting announcement. I will be thru hiking the John Muir Trail soon. In this video I will describe how I became interested in it as well as what gear I am bringing. As always please feel free to comment or email me with any questions, comments or concerns. Hope you enjoy :)... |
 | Van Build Video Journal 13 - PAINTING & Final Finishing Touches 17. 08. 2021 02:00:05 This last week of work really tied the bow on the entire build. After months of hard work the van finally has come together. In this last video I will be putting up some stops and trim as well as caulk, sand and paint. Not a lot more to say but thank you so much for watching this series! Next video ... |
 | The Final REVEAL - Solo Female Self-Build CAMPER VAN Conversion 24. 08. 2021 02:00:10 Its Finally FINISHED! 3.5 months of working on building my dream camper van has come to end. In the beginning I doubted a lot of my abilities to complete such a feat. However, with determination and working on the task at hand I finished. I received a lot of help from my dad whose advice, assistance... |
 | Preparing to move ACROSS the country in camper van - VAN LIFE move in day 11. 09. 2021 01:00:14 This is the part of the van build that I was really looking forward to! MOVING IN AND DECORATING! The van finally feels like home Filmed in February 2021, I bring you guys with me as I move all my things into the van to prepare to move across the country to San Diego. Next video will be my adventure... |
 | female van lifer moves CROSS COUNTRY - my first solo CAMPER VAN roadtrip 24. 09. 2021 23:00:32 My FIRST solo van life adventure in my newly converted van! After working non-stop for 3 months to convert our Ford Transit Cargo van into a camper I was ready for my first adventure. I was packing my entire life into the van and moving from North Carolina to San Diego. 36 hours and nearly 2,500 mil... |
 | Appalachian Trail Announcement for Class of 2022 - ATTN: 2022 THRU HIKERS 14. 10. 2021 00:30:10 We are back for a third year in a row yall! 3 years ago I wanted to give the prospective Appalachian Trail thru hiking class of 2020 the chance to INTRODUCE themselves to the community. What started as a simple idea turned into a yearly tradition. Now every year on my channel I publish a video of pe... |
 | 102.5 miles - 17,500 ft - 36 hour cutoff - Uwharrie 100 Miler w/ an INJURY! 12. 11. 2021 15:07:24 During the New Year I made a goal of running a 100 mile ultramarathon before the end of 2021. My time came in October 2021 to run in the Uwharrie 100 mile trail race in North Carolina. In this video you will hear about my experience as I run my first ever ultramarathon. If youd like to run the same ... |
 | Appalachian Trail Thru Hike Series - Hiking THRU the White Mountains & the TRUTH of what its like 16. 11. 2021 22:14:10 The most beautiful, controversial, complex, and breathtaking section of the Appalachian Trail in our opinion is through the WHITE MOUNTAIN NATIONAL FOREST in New Hampshire. Nearly 90 miles are spent traversing some of the most intense summits on the trail. Along with the technical terrain and climbs... |
 | 2022 Appalachian Trail Thru Hikers + GEAR GIVEAWAY 3. 01. 2022 01:00:09 Introducing the prospective Thru Hikers of 2022! In October I sent out a call to anyone attempting to hike the entire Appalachian Trail to send me a one minute video introducing themselves to the hiking community. So here they are. 70+ people so different but sharing the same goal of hiking the 2,19... |
 | 15 Minutes - SOUNDS OF NATURE - POV: You Thru Hike the Appalachian Trail 27. 01. 2022 01:00:11 15 minutes of nature sounds and scenes that were captured during a thru hike of the Appalachian Trail in 2019. The Appalachian Trail is a continuous footpath that extends from Georgia to Maine. the trail is roughly 2,200 miles and every year individuals attempt to backpack/hike it in it's entirety. ... |
 | efficient & productive habits on trail - My Thru Hiking Morning Routine 4. 02. 2022 01:00:04 In this video I go over my morning routine while thru hiking the Appalachian Trail.Follow this link- https://shop.analuisa.com/zf-taratreks To check out that Ana Luisa Jewelry I mentioned in my video. I know youll LOVE them!... |
 | Cult on the Appalachian Trail - The Twelve Tribes & Their Obsession with THRU HIKERS 11. 02. 2022 01:00:17 According to the Twelve Tribes they are an emerging spiritual nation made up of 12 self-governing tribes. Some would call them a cult though. During my Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2019 I ran into the cult who operates close to the 2,200 mile trail in both Harpers Ferry and Rutland Vermont. My int... |
 | Staying at the TWELVE TRIBES Hostel - Appalachian Trail Cult 18. 02. 2022 01:00:13 The Twelve Tribes are an emerging spiritual nation made up of 12 self-governing tribes. Some would call them a cult though. During my Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2019 I ran into the cult who operates close to the 2,200 mile trail in both Harpers Ferry and Rutland Vermont. My interaction with them... |
 | You Thru Hike the Mountains-To-Sea Trail - POV 22. 02. 2022 01:00:07 Sights and sounds from the Mountains-To-Sea Trail. The Mountains-to-sea Trail is a urban footpath that extends across North Carolina. Beginning at Clingmans Dome in the Smoky Mountains to Jockeys Ridge on OBX. The trail is roughly 1,175 miles and every year individuals attempt to backpack/hike it in... |
 | Don’t Stay in SHELTERS on the Appalachian Trail 25. 02. 2022 01:00:11 There are nearly 260 shelters on the Appalachian Trail. A simple building that protects its inhabitants from the elements. In this video I give my reasons why I wont be staying in shelters anymore. But as I mention I believe every situation should be considered based on the the condition of the shel... |
 | tips & tricks for cheap backpacking on the AT - Thru Hiking on BUDGET 4. 03. 2022 01:00:09 Thru hiking is a dream for many. With a little planning and a reasonable budget almost anyone can complete a thru hike. In this video Rascal and I go over some ways to thru hike on a budget. Question Navigation:... |
 | VAN LIFE - Easy Battery Isolator Install 11. 03. 2022 01:00:04 I recorded these videos in February of 2021 and only got to posting it now. As I mentioned in the video the smart battery isolator is an easy and cost effective way to charge your auxiliary batteries in your van. Below are affiliate links to where you can buy everything youll need to install a batte... |
 | diversity, seclusion, and support - 3 reasons I LOVE the Mountains-To-Sea Trail 18. 03. 2022 00:00:11 In this video I talk about my top three reasons I love the Mountains-To-Sea Trail in North Carolina. Even though I struggled immensely with my anxiety during the sections of road walking I still was able to appreciate so many things about this gorgeous trail. ... |