"Jester" Section Hiker

Jester starts hiking in Pennsylvania this week! She was hoping someone had removed the rocks from the AT in PA, but they are still there! The heat and humidity have cranked up again with daily heat advisories becoming the norm! Another listener, "Opt Out" pays Jester a visit on trail, Wheezy Pee returns for another Saturday, and on day #39 while hiking with Pajama Mama, Jester takes a fall near ba...

Jester is becoming content with her 15-year journey on the AT, interviews Trail Maintainer "TiggerMD" from the PATC, has a chat with "Pennies," spends more time with "Wheezy Pee," and a day with "Pajama Mama." ‬ Jester now heads north of Duncannon, PA, and plans to continue section hiking until Saturday, August 1.  We'll see how far she gets before heading back to NC and back to work!! ‬   ‪Links...

Jester has had another great week section hiking the AT this summer, working on a second completion of the AT! ‪⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀‬ ‪This week Jester had the chance to interview and spend time with "Fresh Ground", who runs the famous Leap Frog Cafe on the AT.  She also interviews more thru-hikers as they work their way back on trail to continue their dreams of a thru-hike and be part of the unique hiking c...

Happy 4th of July!! In this week's episode Jester meets an 83-year-old hiking inspiration, ponders through an old grist mill community, hikes once again with Wheezy Pee, takes on the Priest, and cools off in the Tye River! Jester has hiked everything she needs to do for a second time and moves ahead on the trail just north of the Shenandoah's.    ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you want to see how this week's hike w...

Jester dries out, re-groups on Day 5, and takes on a 19.8 mile Challenge Day on Summer Solstice.  Maria Wishart aka Wheezy Pee joined Jester for the challenge. This week Jester is hiking in Northern Virginia up near the Blue Ridge Parkway and ends day 11 crossing the James River Footbridge. If you want to see how the Summer Solstice Day went with Wheezy Pee, check out the video over on Facebook at...

Jester starts her Appalachian Trail Section Hiking for the summer!! The podcast will sound a little different over the next few weeks as Jester records from the Appalachian Trail! In these first few days, Jester contends with rain, cold temperatures, and has already hiked NOBO, SOBO, and did a Flip Flop on her first day out! What the heck is happening out there?! Mileage from AT Guide (North) Mile...

Ever heard of a "Long Awesome Section Hike"? Jen Theisen aka "Wandering Pine" joins Jester on this Episode of the Podcast to share her LASH of the Superior Hiking Trail in Minnesota. Jen shares with us the history of how she deemed herself "Wandering Pine", how her somewhat of a "mid-life" crisis led her to the challenge of completing the SHT, and we also hear her version of the 52 Hike Challenge....

Jaunting Jan, aka BeeKeeper, joins Jester on this episode of the podcast. Before the recording, Jan shared her "Hiking Resume" with Jester so they start off sharing her hiking history. Along the way, you will hear how Jan grew up with outdoor parents and her mother even lived in a Fire Tower! Jan also shares with us her Section Hiking journey on the Pacific Crest Trail, Arizona Trail, and the Cont...

This episode of the podcast is very special because it is the first time Jester has on Section Hikers from the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Kris Van Handel and Jared Wildenradt share their journey of how they met and why they love to section hike the IAT. Kris has written a book titled "Hiking with Hair Tie: Section Hiking The Ice Age Trail" and Jared always has a "Trail Business Card" in his po...

Episode #21 of the "Jester" Section Hiker podcast is dedicated to all of our Veterans, Active Military, and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Leo McGonagle joins Jester today and talks about his love for the White Mountains of NH, section hiking the Appalachian Trail, and how section hiking has become a cathartic outlet for him. For those of you who hike frequently in New Hampshire please be...

Taran Branscum aka "Barley" joins Jester on the podcast today to talk about his Section Hiking and his passion for Trail Maintenance. Taran has become a "Career Section Hiker" and his work for the Southeast Conservation Corp. cannot be talked about enough. Taran is very passionate about his work for the SECC and takes great pride in knowing that he helps build bog bridges, footbridges, and clears...

On this episode of the podcast Jester talks with Mark and Casey Moore about their 10-year section hike on the Appalachian Trail. Mark and Casey set out to hike 100 miles in 2008 to celebrate Mark's 50th year and they continued section hiking every year after that until they completed the trail on Mt. Katahdin in Maine. Mark has also written a book titled "Thirdway" which is a fictional account of...

Today's episode is another segment of "Entrepreneurs Inspired by the Trail". Jester is excited for you to hear from Cory McCall and Rob Gasbarro, co-owners of Outdoor 76 in Franklin, NC and Clayton, GA. Outdoor 76 is an outfitter in the Appalachian Trail Community known for its shoe fittings, gear, and excellent customer service. Cory and Rob talk with Jester and share their vision not only for Ou...

Today's episode features section hiker, Chris Burke. Chris started his avid hiking career in 1984 by thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail but soon realized that section hiking was more his cup of tea. He has section-hiked the entire Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and is currently sectioning the Pacific Northwest Trail and Arizona Trail. He says people like to go hiking with him becaus...

Pacific Crest Trail Section Hiker Brad Fulton aka "Old School" joins Jester on today's podcast. Brad talks to us about how he got his trail name, how he first heard about the PCT, his gear changes after his first section hike, and why his gear makes him a more efficient hiker. At the end of the interview, Brad reminds us that there is "nothing like the hiking community"! Thank you, Brad! Connect w...

In today's episode, we talk to Dawn Bates aka "Right Turn." Dawn began her mission to section hike the Appalachian Trail when her kids left home and she loves every minute of it. As you will hear Dawn has a love for the trail and her fellow hikers. She also has an incredible story of her day on Mt. Katahdin. .   "Let's Talk Gear" with Steve Kammeyer: Steve Kammeyer and Greg Bell are back on to dis...

On this episode Jester is excited to share the section hiking journey of Joan Young. Joan is the first woman to hike the entire length of the North Country Trail by section hiking. Joan is an amazing advocate for the North Country Trail and on any given weekend you can find her giving a talk, selling her books about her journey on the trail, or out hiking on the NCT following those blue blazes! Je...

Today's guest on the "Jester" Section Hiker podcast is Mary Emerick aka Monkey Bars. Mary completed her 8-year section hike of the Pacific Crest Trail in August of 2019. She is also a published author of two books; her memoir, "Fire In The Heart", and a novel, titled "Geography of Water." Mary shares with Jester how she found it hard to hike in "the bubble", and how it is challenging to find hikin...

Jester speaks with Maria Wishart aka Wheezy Pee and shares current updates on how the town of Duncannon, PA not far from the midway point on the Appalachian Trail is being affected by the Corona Virus. We know things are changing rapidly but wanted to give the listeners a perspective directly from a trail town. Jester welcomes Rachel Harmon to the podcast today! Rachel talks to us about her Sectio...

Nathan and Kimm Wright with the Pinhoti Outdoor Center located in Sylacauga, Alabama, join Jester for another installment of "Entrepreneurs Inspired by the Trail". Nathan and Kimm introduce us to who they are, why they thought it was important to start an outdoor center for the Pinhoti Trail, and explain why hikers are important to their local economy. Connect with Nathan and Kimm Wright: Facebook...

Here comes "Johnny" - "Johnny on the Trail" that is. In this episode of the "Jester" Section Hiker podcast Jester has a conversation with Johnny Osborne about his Section Hike on the AT for his Birthday, the GSMNP 900 miler, and the SB6K Challenge. Johnny seeks out hiking adventures and loves the challenge of planning for them just as much as the actual hiking. Please check out Johnny's Facebook G...

Cori Strathmeyer, aka Pajama Mama, shares with Jester in today's episode why she decided to start section hiking the Appalachian Trail. Cori talks to us about how section hiking the AT went from a goal to a lifestyle for both her and her husband. We also hear about the newest member of her family; "Faith". Special thanks to Hostel Owners Tina from the Quarter Way Inn and Neville from Woods Hole Ho...

Jasmine Star aka King Size talks with Jester today about her section hiking of the Pacific Crest Trail and the Continental Divide Trail. Jasmine has also section hiked the Great Himalaya Trail in Nepal. As you will hear Jasmine has been pursuing her passion for the outdoors and has no plans to stop anytime soon. I look forward to all of you learning about Jasmine and her continual pursuit of hikin...

In today's episode of the "Jester" Section Hiker podcast, you are introduced to Christopher Condap, aka "iPod". Chrisotpher has thru-hiked and continues to section hike the Pacific Crest Trail. He is currently section hiking the Continental Divide Trail with about 1000 miles hiked and loves talking logistics when it comes to long-distance trails. Christopher is very active on the PCT Section Hiker...

In this episode, we chat with Jamie Willis aka Mighty Mouse. Jamie loves being out on the Appalachian Trail and hiking in the Dolly Sods area of West Virginia. Jamie has written an article for The Trek titled "Short Tips for Short Backpackers" and also has a Blog of her Section Hikes. Jamie speaks to us about being a Section Hiker and why it's important for her to "chase the good feeling." Connect...