210 episodes

"Jester" Section Hiker is the Premier Podcast With The Spotlight On Section Hikers!

The stories you will hear are about everyday people who, in addition to their everyday lives, make the commitment to hike long-distance trails where every section is a new beginning.

From National Scenic Trails to National Parks and all Trails in between, listen with your host, Julie Gayheart (Jester), to hear what it means to be a section hiker and the adventure that awaits them section by section.

"Jester" Section Hiker Julie Gayheart

    • Sports
    • 4.8 • 113 Ratings

"Jester" Section Hiker is the Premier Podcast With The Spotlight On Section Hikers!

The stories you will hear are about everyday people who, in addition to their everyday lives, make the commitment to hike long-distance trails where every section is a new beginning.

From National Scenic Trails to National Parks and all Trails in between, listen with your host, Julie Gayheart (Jester), to hear what it means to be a section hiker and the adventure that awaits them section by section.

    Jester's Return (Week 3)

    Jester's Return (Week 3)

    Follow Along As Jester Preps For Her Summer Hiking Plans Starting June 2024. 
    Jester's Redemption Section Hike: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/category/jesters-redemption-section-hike-days-1-10/ 
    Connect With Dr. Matt Tracey (Jester's DPT) : 
    Architech Sports: https://www.architechsports.com/cornelius-physical-therapy 
    Email: matt@architechsports.com
    Connect With James Appleton (Jester's Coach):
    Email or DM James on Instagram the word Jester for a free 15 minute call with James to help you get in the best hiking shape of your life! 
    Email: james.b.appleton@gmail.com
    Website: https://seektodomore.com/   
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seektodomore/
    46 Outdoor Co.: https://46outdoors.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesappleton46/ 
    Connect With Maria Wishart: 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hike_woof_wiggle_repeat/ 
    Connect With Jester:
    Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/
    Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com  
    Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/ 
    Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" 

    • 33 min
    Jester's Plot Twist

    Jester's Plot Twist

    Jester's Plot Twist! 
    April 27th Live Episode With Maria Wishart aka Wheezy Pee: https://youtube.com/live/7lS3F_wT8uw 
    Connect With Wheezy Pee: https://www.instagram.com/hike_woof_wiggle_repeat/
    Connect With Jester:
    Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/
    Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com  
    Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" 

    • 5 min
    Jester's Road To The Allegheny Trail (Week 2)

    Jester's Road To The Allegheny Trail (Week 2)

    Follow Along As Jester Preps For A Thru Hike Of The Allegheny Trail! https://www.hikethealleghenytrail.org/ 
    Jester's Redemption Section Hike: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/category/jesters-redemption-section-hike-days-1-10/ 
    Connect With Dr. Matt Tracey (Jester's DPT) : 
    Architech Sports: https://www.architechsports.com/cornelius-physical-therapy 
    Email: matt@architechsports.com
    Connect With James Appleton (Jester's Coach):
    Website: https://seektodomore.com/   
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seektodomore/
    46 Outdoor Co.: https://46outdoors.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesappleton46/ 
    Connect With Maria Wishart: 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hike_woof_wiggle_repeat/ 
    Connect With Jester:
    Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/
    Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com  
    Bare Performance Nutrition: https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/ 
    Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" 
     

    • 33 min
    Jester's Road To The Allegheny Trail (Week 1)

    Jester's Road To The Allegheny Trail (Week 1)

    Follow Along As Jester Preps For A Thru Hike Of The Allegheny Trail! https://www.hikethealleghenytrail.org/ 
    Jester's Redemption Section Hike: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/category/jesters-redemption-section-hike-days-1-10/ 
    Connect With James Appleton (Jester's Coach):
    Website: https://seektodomore.com/   
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seektodomore/
    46 Outdoor Co.: https://46outdoors.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesappleton46/ 
    Connect With Maria Wishart: 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hike_woof_wiggle_repeat/
    Connect With Jester:
    Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/
    Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com  
    Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" 
     

    • 26 min
    Jester's Redemption Section Hike (Day 10)

    Jester's Redemption Section Hike (Day 10)

    Tune in as Jester shares her daily audio vlogs from her 10 Days, 50 Miles, 1 Local Adventure Challenge. 
    Connect With James Appleton (Jester's Coach):
    Website: https://seektodomore.com/   
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seektodomore/
    46 Outdoor Co.: https://46outdoors.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesappleton46/ 
    Connect With Jester:
    Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/
    Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com  
    Bare Performance Nutrition Protein:  https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/products/collagen-protein 
    Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" 
    Cover Art By : James Appleton
    Audio Clip By: James Appleton

    • 28 min
    Jester's Redemption Section Hike (Day 9)

    Jester's Redemption Section Hike (Day 9)

    Tune in as Jester shares her daily audio vlogs from her 10 Days, 50 Miles, 1 Local Adventure Challenge. 
    Connect With James Appleton (Jester's Coach):
    Website: https://seektodomore.com/   
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seektodomore/
    46 Outdoor Co.: https://46outdoors.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesappleton46/ 
    Connect With Jester:
    Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/
    Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com  
    Bare Performance Nutrition Protein:  https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/products/collagen-protein 
    Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" 
    Cover Art By : James Appleton
    Audio Clip By: James Appleton

    • 29 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
113 Ratings

113 Ratings

Hiker Kevin ,

Best podcast for section hikers and hiking enthusiasts

I’m glad I found this podcast. I listened to every episode in under three months. Jester offers a calming and relaxing tone with routine laughter as she provides great detail and explanation of her hiking experiences. This show is very informative with respect to a vast range of hiking guests and great gear reviews. (Including Dan Durston!) I only recently got into hiking and have aspersions to one day through hike the AT. Those dreams will have to wait since I have a family and a mortgage and that’s ok, because I get the privilege to complete trails one section at a time. Jester models how to successfully plan for and complete section hikes. I truly enjoy how she is relatable to those in the hiking community as she tells it how it is including the challenges and hardships as well as the successes. Please give this podcast a listen and I know you will appreciate it as much as I do.

Rolfdenver ,

Great info and warm style

Jester’s section-hiking podcasts are chock-full of useful information, especially on section hikes in the eastern US including the Appalachian Trail. Jester has a warm, pleasing style both when interviewing guests and when sharing her own vast knowledge and experience. Her passion for hiking and educating others is infectious.

old man, airborne runner ,

An amazing hiking podcast!

It is great to have a podcast focus on section hiking. All though I have been a scoutmaster and led backpacking trips, I learn something on every episode! Julie and her guests make me laugh, challenge me to think and impart wisdom! Keep up the great show!!!

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