Explore every episode of the podcast "Jester" Section Hiker
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| Slack-Packing The 100 Mile Wilderness (Again) | 31 Jan 2026 | 00:15:40 | |
Appalachian Trail Hostel & Outfitters: https://appalachiantrailhostel.com/ Katahdin Adventure Co.: https://www.katahdinadventureco.com/ Connect With Jester: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jester-section-hiker/id1489616835 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6jFCwFdNRq8K3t8z64cjqt Website: https://jestersectionhiker.com Films: https://jesterwallisproductions.com Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com | |||
| Macro Tracking 101: Protein, Carbs, Fat | 24 Jan 2026 | 00:28:07 | |
Calorie Tracking Apps Discussed: Cal AI: https://www.calai.app/ MacroFactor: https://macrofactorapp.com/macrofactor/ Connect With Jester: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jester-section-hiker/id1489616835 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6jFCwFdNRq8K3t8z64cjqt Website: https://jestersectionhiker.com Films: https://jesterwallisproductions.com Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com | |||
| Appalachian Trail Summer 2025 (Day 41) | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:13:39 | |
7/22/25 Connect With Jester: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://jestersectionhiker.com | |||
| Beyond The Trail | Jester Wallis Productions | 11 Nov 2023 | 00:38:01 | |
Jester is excited to share with you all in this episode some bonus content from the Beyond The Trail Podcast - Episode #9. Jester and Austin started the Beyond The Trail Podcast in early 2023 and the live production of the show lives on their company YouTube Channel, Jester Wallis Productions. Watch More Episodes Of Beyond The Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLskxZDq_L8NRjtcVibW2NbwQudAoFFpzd&feature=shared Hiker Medals: Website: https://hikermedals.com/ Interview With Hiker Medals: https://www.youtube.com/live/wGqH4CjMjKU?feature=share Discount Code for 20% Off: JESTER Connect with Nancy East: Website: https://www.hopeandfeathertravels.com/ Chasing The Smokies Moon: https://www.hopeandfeathertravels.com/chasing-the-smokies-moon/ WNC Wilderness Safety Fund: Website: https://wncwildernesssafety.org/ Haywood County SAR: https://www.facebook.com/HaywoodSAR Connect with Heidi Nisbett: Website: https://www.sketchingsummits.com/ Jester Wallis Productions: Business Inquiries: info@jesterwallisproductions.com Website: http://jesterwallisproductions.com Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Section Hiking IS A DIFFERENT MINDSET! | 04 Nov 2023 | 00:07:49 | |
I first crossed paths with Alpha Gal back in the Summer of 2020 on a section of the Appalachian Trail. John met up with me and Maria Wishart on a section of trail just north of Shenandoah National Park. In fact as I am typing this it was July 4th 2020! Since then we have kept in touch mostly via Instagram and it's long over due to have Alpha Gal on the podcast! He's continued to Section Hike the AT and I hope he will share his plans with us for an AT Thru Hike in 2024! Connect with John Kriz: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KrizAkoni Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alphagalhikes/ WhiteBlaze.net: https://whiteblaze.net/forum/content.php WhiteBlaze Pages: https://www.whiteblazepages.com/store/ Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| John Kriz (Alpha Gal) | Section Hiking & Thru Hiking | 21 Oct 2023 | 00:42:02 | |
I first crossed paths with Alpha Gal back in the Summer of 2020 on a section of the Appalachian Trail. John met up with me and Maria Wishart on a section of trail just north of Shenandoah National Park. In fact as I am typing this it was July 4th 2020! Since then we have kept in touch mostly via Instagram and it's long over due to have Alpha Gal on the podcast! He's continued to Section Hike the AT and I hope he will share his plans with us for an AT Thru Hike in 2024! Connect with John Kriz: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KrizAkoni Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alphagalhikes/ WhiteBlaze.net: https://whiteblaze.net/forum/content.php WhiteBlaze Pages: https://www.whiteblazepages.com/store/ Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| VIRGINIA'S TRIPLE CROWN - Virginia Outdoor Adventures | 07 Oct 2023 | 00:45:17 | |
Jessica launched Virginia Outdoor Adventures because she wanted to provide a platform for Virginians of all backgrounds to tell their stories, to share their connection to the outdoors, and to build a local community where the outdoors are for everyone. She also wanted to tell these stories through a conservation lens to encourage others to be stewards of the outdoors. Jessica is passionate about featuring outdoor recreation and travel opportunities close to home, while also supporting local businesses, tourism, and economic development. Jessica is an avid hiker, cyclist, climber, backpacker, kayaker, photographer, and birder and has earned the Virginia State Parks "Master Hiker" designation. Show notes and sources for this specific episode here: https://virginiaoutdooradventures.com/home/hiking-mcafee-knob-and-virginias-triple-crown-with-diana-christopulos-i-roanoke-appalachian-trail-club/ And don't forget to go over and check out what episode of "Jester" Section Hiker is shared on the Virginia Outdoor Adventures Podcast. You will find that show along with all the episodes of Virginia Outdoor Adventures here: https://virginiaoutdooradventures.com/ Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Missing Hikers On The PACIFIC CREST TRAIL | 30 Sep 2023 | 00:09:56 | |
Enjoy this Highlight Clip from Episode #162. Andrea's New Book, TRAIL OF THE LOST released on 8/22/23! Andrea Lankford is the author of TRAIL OF THE LOST and RANGER CONFIDENTIAL, a National Geographic "Top Ten Book About U.S. Parks," and three trail guides. During her twelve-year career as a law enforcement ranger with the National Park Service, Andrea won several awards for her criminal investigations. After leaving the ranger ranks, the accomplished outdoorswoman thru-hiked the entire Appalachian Trail, kayaked from Miami to Key West, and was the first, with Beth Overton, to mountain bike the 800-mile Arizona Trail. Andrea is now a registered nurse living in Northern California. Full Episode With Andrea: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/162-trail-of-the-lost-author-andrea-lankford/ Connect With Andrea Lankford: Website: https://www.andrealankford.com/ Missing From The PCT: https://www.pctmissing.org/ Episode #66 - Cathy Tarr, Founder & Executive Director - Fowler-O'Sullivan Foundation: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/episode-66-cathy-tarr-fowler-osullivan-foundation/ Episode #82 - Sally Guyton Fowler & Terri Kidder: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/episode-82-sally-guyton/ Fowler-O'Sullivan Foundation: https://fofound.org/ Bring Kris Fowler/Sherpa Home: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1841283189418601 San Jacinto Trail Report: https://sanjacjon.com/ Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://juliegayheart.com Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Moving The TRAIL 300 Miles: What Impact Did it Have? | 23 Sep 2023 | 00:13:32 | |
Enjoy a clip of my conversation with Author and Historian Mills Kelly about his book, Virginia's Lost Appalachian Trail. Full Episode With Mills: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/161-virginias-lost-appalachian-trail-author-mills-kelly/ Connect With Mills Kelly: http://millskelly.net/ Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://juliegayheart.com Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Debbie Komlo (Omi) | Onward With Omi | 16 Sep 2023 | 00:35:33 | |
Debbi Komlo also known as Omi set our for an adventure of a lifetime with the intention of thru hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2023. Omi certainly had her ups and downs and ultimately decided she would get off trail but continue to section hike the AT. Out on a section hike near Pearisburg, VA she had a fall which resulted in a head injury and many, many stitches. Omi's journey may look different than she originally thought but she is still hiking and putting miles in out on the AT! Connect with Debbi Komlo (Omi): Email: omisatadventure@gmail.com Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| New Regime For The Podcast | 09 Sep 2023 | 00:03:14 | |
Jester she shares the new podcast schedule going forward, gives a huge thanks to the listeners and watchers of the show, and hopes you will join her for the LIVE recordings of the podcast over on YouTube! Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Dr. Matt Tracey - Sports Physical Therapist | 02 Sep 2023 | 00:59:20 | |
Dr. Matt Tracey came into Jester's life in the spring of 2023. Jester was at the end of her rope and hanging on by a thread when she decided to seek help one last time for her right foot. After three surgeries there seemed no hope but a Physical Therapist that understood that hikers are athletes too has changed her life. Jester shares her story of a failed surgery, a corrective surgery, and a nerve removal all led to a path of strength, mobility, balance, and walking pain free! Connect with Dr. Matt Tracey: Articles & Information Shared by Dr. Matt Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Tara Dower (Candy Mama) | Colorado Trail FKT | 26 Aug 2023 | 00:51:53 | |
Tara Dower (Candy Mama) just set the Colorado Trail Women's Fastest Known Time at 8 days, 21 hours, and 59 minutes. The previous record was 9 days, 10 hours, and 52 minutes by Betsy Kalmeyer. Tara shares all about her recent Colorado Trail FKT, all about her new book Light & Easy, and all about meeting up with Jester this summer to cheer on their favorite Ultra Runner at the Hardrock 100! Tara's Book - Light & Easy: Email Tara For Copy: tarakomlo99@gmail.com Colorado Trail Fastest Known Time Hiker Safety Collaboration With Tara Podcast with Tara about the MST FKT: Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart YouTube: Join Jester On YouTube Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Appalachian Trail Summer 2025 (Day 40) | 30 Jul 2025 | 00:26:17 | |
7/21/25 Connect With Jester: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://jestersectionhiker.com | |||
| CRAPPALACHIAN TRAIL - The Green Tunnel Podcast | 19 Aug 2023 | 00:33:22 | |
The Host of The Green Tunnel Podcast, Mills Kelly reached out to me recently and asked if I wanted to "episode swap?". Without hesitation I said "YES". What does this mean? It means I am sharing one of my favorite episodes from The Green Tunnel Podcast and they will be sharing one of their favorite episodes of "Jester" Section Hiker Podcast on their show. My next steps were to let Mills know which episode of The Green Tunnel Podcast I wanted to share and again without hesitation it was going to be their episode titled, CRAPPALACHIAN TRAIL. When I first heard this episode on their show I thought the title was SO CLEVER and their branding was on point! I've never heard the discussion about POOP on the trail delivered so eliquently and with historical relevance than from Mills. Not only will you hear about pooping on trail but you will also hear best practices on how to do so and the history of privies and their importance to the Appalachian Trail. What a great idea! Thanks so much Mills! I truly appreciate it. Please go over and check out the show notes and sources for this specific episode here: Crappalachian Trail - The Green Tunnel Podcast And don't forget to go over and check out what episode of "Jester" Section Hiker is shared on The Green Tunnel Podcast! That episode will release on their podcast network on 8/22/23. You will find that show along with all the episodes of The Green Tunnel here: The Green Tunnel Podcast Previous Episodes with Mills Kelly: Episode #161: Virginia's Lost Appalachian Trail Episode #107: Mills Kelly (Grandaddy Spartan) Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart YouTube: Follow Jester On YouTube Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| BAXTER STATE PARK: Trail Conditions, AT HIKER PERMITS, & Hostels | 05 Aug 2023 | 00:33:37 | |
Jester decided her Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series was incomplete without adding information about hiking Katahdin. Enjoy as Jester shares about AT Trail Conditions in Maine, Rules For Hiking the AT in Baxter State Park, and a couple Hostels in Maine to utilize as a resource for hiking Katahdin and The 100 Mile Wilderness. Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series Appalachian Trail Hostel & Outfitter Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart YouTube: Follow Jester On YouTube Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Tara Dower (Candy Mama) | Mountains to Sea Trail FKT | 29 Jul 2023 | 00:39:48 | |
Back in 2020 I had the opportunity to meet up with and chat with Tara Dower aka Candy Mama! She met up with me while I was out completing the 40 Day Hikes on the Mountains to Sea Trail. I split her interview up and added it to my 40 Day Hike Series of shows but always wanted to put it out there as its own episode so I am re-releasing our chat today! Tara and I talked about her first attempt at an AT Thru Hike, her anxiety and how she deals with that, working at Blue Ridge Hiking Company during COVID, and her Mountains to Sea Trail FKT. I know you will enjoy my interview with Tara on this "Throwback Saturday". Hiker Safety Collaboration With Tara Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: Julie Gayheart YouTube: Follow Jester On YouTube Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Check Your AZIMUTH and ADJUST! | 22 Jul 2023 | 00:09:03 | |
In this Highlight Clip Jester and Austin share a raw moment about the process of being creators and having fun in the creation process. I love when Austin talks about making a course correction when you stop having fun! Full Episode With Austin: Embracing The Obstacles Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://juliegayheart.com Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| Why HIKE The Florida Trail? | 15 Jul 2023 | 00:10:47 | |
Thought it might be fun to put together some "Highlight Clips" from a few of my favorite podcast episodes so far this year! Ruth Morley joined me on Episode #153 of the show and we had a great conversation about her recent Section Hike on The Florida Trail. She also shared with us about her upcoming hike on the Colorado Trail. Full Episode With Ruth: Section Hiking The Florida Trail HRN Trading Post: https://hrntradingpost.com/ Connect with Ruth Morley (Ruthless): Email: morleyruth@hotmail.com Blog: http://thetrek.co/author/ruth-morley Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://juliegayheart.com Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| An Appalachian Trail Alternate? | 08 Jul 2023 | 00:11:20 | |
Thought it might be fun to put together some "Highlight Clips" from a few of my favorite podcast episodes so far this year! Rolf Asphaug joined me on Episode #152 of the show and we had a great conversation about his upcoming hike on the Benton MacKaye Trail and I answered a few of Rolf's questions throughout our conversation. Update on Rolf: Huge Congrats to Rolf for recently completing the Benton MacKaye Trail. So happy for your Rolf! You can follow Rolf's journey on the BMT by visiting his Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/rolfdenver Full Episode With Rolf: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/152-section-hiker-q-a-with-rolf-asphaug/ HRN Trading Post: https://hrntradingpost.com/ Connect with Rolf Asphaug: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rolfdenvers/ Blog: https://thetrek.co/backpacker-radio-134-rolf-gunnar-asphaug/ Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://juliegayheart.com Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| First Steps On The Appalachian Trail | 01 Jul 2023 | 00:12:54 | |
Thought it might be fun to put together some "Highlight Clips" from a few of my favorite podcast episodes so far this year! Shawn Neitz joined me on Episode #149 of the show and we had a great chat about his experience at our Hiking Radio Network - Woods Hole Weekend. Enjoy! Update on Shawn: Shawn recently completed his First AT Section Hike and is documenting his journey on his Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/shawn.neitz.10 Full Episode With Shawn: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/149-section-hiking-the-appalachian-trail/ HRN Trading Post: https://hrntradingpost.com/ Connect with Shawn Neitz: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnneitz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawn.neitz.108 Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://juliegayheart.com Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning" | |||
| TRAIL OF THE LOST - Author Andrea Lankford | 24 Jun 2023 | 00:43:56 | |
Andrea Lankford is the author of TRAIL OF THE LOST and RANGER CONFIDENTIAL, a National Geographic "Top Ten Book About U.S. Parks," and three trail guides. During her twelve-year career as a law enforcement ranger with the National Park Service, Andrea won several awards for her criminal investigations. After leaving the ranger ranks, the accomplished outdoorswoman thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail, kayaked from Miami to Key West, and was the first, with Beth Overton, to mountain bike the 800-mile Arizona Trail. Andrea is now a registered nurse living in Northern California. Connect With Andrea Lankford: https://www.andrealankford.com/ Missing From The PCT: https://www.pctmissing.org/ Episode #66 - Cathy Tarr: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/episode-66-cathy-tarr-fowler-osullivan-foundation/ Episode #82 - Sally Guyton Fowler & Terri Kidder: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/episode-82-sally-guyton/ Fowler-O'Sullivan Foundation: https://fofound.org/ San Jacinto Trail Report: https://sanjacjon.com/ Bring Kris Fowler/Sherpa Home: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1841283189418601 Hiker Medals: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Podcast Music: | |||
| Virginia's Lost Appalachian Trail - Author Mills Kelly | 17 Jun 2023 | 00:49:47 | |
Jester is excited to have back on the podcast Host of The Green Tunnel Podcast, Historian, and Author, Mills Kelly. Mills is back to share with us about his recently released book, Virginia's Lost Appalachian Trail. Mills is a natural storyteller and the stories he shares with us on the show about the people, communities, and towns affected by 300 miles of the Appalachian Trail being moved in 1952 will have you wanting to buy his book to learn more! Check out Mills website at https://millskelly.net/ to buy his book and find out where you can go see Mills speak in person! Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Hiker Medals: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Podcast Music: | |||
| Embracing The Obstacles: Injury, Hiking Plans, and Mental Health | 10 Jun 2023 | 00:36:59 | |
Sometimes in life you have to take a look at what you are doing and embrace the fact that it may not be exactly what you envisioned or wanted. Jester and Co-Host Austin are back for an episode about embracing obstacles that come our way. Jester and Austin address hiking, their mental health, and some speed bumps they overcame as they were starting their new business, Jester Wallis Productions. Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Join Austin on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@SideTrailAdventures Jester Wallis Productions: https://www.youtube.com/@JesterWallisProductions Hiker Medals: Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Podcast Music: | |||
| Appalachian Trail Summer 2025 (Days 36-39) | 26 Jul 2025 | 00:37:06 | |
7/17/25 - 7/20/25 Connect With Jester: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://jestersectionhiker.com | |||
| Hiking THE WHITES: Backpacking, AMC Huts, or Slackpacking? | 03 Jun 2023 | 00:48:35 | |
Jester walks you through what it takes to have a great section hike on the Appalachian Trail thru THE WHITES in New Hampshire. In this episode you have choices to make as you plan your hike. Will you Backpack, Hike Hut to Hut, or a variation of the two? Jester also goes over logistics, terrain, and shares some stories about the above tree line experience on a few of her favorite mountains in The Whites! Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Hiker Medals: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Jester Wallis Productions: https://www.youtube.com/@JesterWallisProductions Podcast Music: | |||
| Chica and Sunsets (aka Jen and Greg) |Avid Hikers, Adventurers, and Hostel Owners | 27 May 2023 | 00:38:51 | |
Jester welcomes to the podcast this week Chica and Sunsets who own and operate Chica and Sunsets Hostel. In 2013, Greg and Jen left the corporate world where work more, make more, spend more was the mantra, and moved to Costa Rica. They became experts on the country and each wrote Amazon best selling books on the subject of chucking it all and moving abroad. You can find Jen's Amazon Author Page here and Greg's Amazon Author Page here. Jen also has a successful jewelry business, which was established in Costa Rica (and since has incorporated hiking jewelry!). After 4 years of enjoying Costa Rica and a new fondness for hiking in the mountains of the Central Valley where they lived, the couple decided it was time for a new adventure. What could be better than spending 6 months living in the woods and hiking the entire Appalachian Trail? Starting on Springer Mountain, Georgia on March 22, 2017 and ending on Mount Katahdin, Maine on September 16, 2017 their thru-hike was THE adventure of a lifetime! Along the way they became known by their trail names Chica and Sunsets, and documented their journey daily on their YouTube channel Chica and Sunsets. Since the AT, the couple has thru-hiked the 500-mile Camino de Santiago in Spain (2018), the Bartram Trail (2020), the Colorado Trail (2020) and the Ice Age Trail (2021), all documented on YouTube. They own and operate "Chica & Sunsets Hostel" for hikers in Franklin, NC, established in 2020 – click here for more info. The couple's philosophy is to work to live, not the other way around, and they continue chasing adventure – not the dollar. Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Hiker Medals: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Jester Wallis Productions: https://www.youtube.com/@JesterWallisProductions Podcast Music: | |||
| Hiking CONNECTICUT: PERFECT Section Hike on The Appalachian Trail | 20 May 2023 | 00:36:24 | |
Jester walks you through what it takes to have a great section hike on the Appalachian Trail thru the State of Connecticut. Tune in to hear from Jester about the terrain, trail highlights, towns, covered bridges, and more! Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Hiker Medals: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Podcast Music: | |||
| Hiking The SHENANDOAHS: Waysides? Campsites? Bears? | 06 May 2023 | 00:45:07 | |
Jester walks you through what it takes to have a great section hike on the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park! Everything from logistics, shelters, campsites, waysides, hostels, and outfitters. Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series - Checklists Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Hiker Medals: Sridhar Saraf: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Podcast Music: | |||
| Hiking The SMOKIES: Permits You MUST HAVE on the AT thru The Smokies | 29 Apr 2023 | 00:53:01 | |
Jester is excited to bring you her Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series. This week Jester will walk you through the Permit Process, Logistics, Shelters, Re-Supply, and more for having a Successful Section Hike on The Appalachian Trail thru The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series - Checklists Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Hiker Medals: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Podcast Music: | |||
| Hiking GEORGIA: 5 Tools For A Successful Section Hike | 15 Apr 2023 | 00:57:05 | |
Jester is excited to bring you her Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series. This week Jester will walk you through her 5 Successful Tools for having a successful Section Hike on The Appalachian Trail In Georgia. Appalachian Trail Section Hiker Series - Checklists Learn HOW TO Successfully Hike The Appalachian Trail: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpmZshhnan2SCN-8gqQOXaADlaU_tEaYj Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Hiker Medals: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Podcast Music: | |||
| Ruth Morley (Ruthless) |Section Hiking The Florida Trail | 01 Apr 2023 | 01:14:33 | |
Jester welcomes section hiker Ruth Morley also known as "Ruthless" to the podcast! Ruth has been section hiking for many years, has completed many long distance trails, and most recently has started her next section hike quest on the Florida Trail. Jester and Ruth spend time chatting about the Florida Trail, recovering from injuries and not being able to hike, and how Ruth preps for her sections by dehydrating all of her meals. Ruth drops A LOT of knowledge in this episode and you don't want to miss it. Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Connect with Ruth Morley (Ruthless): Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Podcast Music: | |||
| Rolf Asphaug (Kinnikinnick) | An Appalachian Trail Alternate | 18 Mar 2023 | 00:52:53 | |
Rolf Asphaug joins Jester on today's episode to ask some questions about an upcoming spring hike on the Benton MacKaye Trail, some miles in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and a section hike on the Appalachian Trail. Rolf has many miles under his feet and wants to spend some time on the east coast in the Southern Appalachians. Rolf has some great questions for Jester as he preps for his time on some of the best trail the east coast has to offer. Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart Connect with Rolf Asphaug: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rolfdenvers/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rolfdenver Blog: https://thetrek.co/backpacker-radio-134-rolf-gunnar-asphaug/ Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Hiking Radio Network | Woods Hole Weekend (2022) | 11 Mar 2023 | 00:48:30 | |
Enjoy a Special Bonus Episode this week as Jester, Steve Adams (Mighty Blue), and Austin DuFresne (Spielberg) share all about the Woods Hole Weekend Video Series Workshop now available for purchase. If you have ever dreamed of thru hiking or section hiking the Appalachian Trail this video series that consists of 13+ hours of workshops, interviews, presentations, Leave No Trace, Pack Shakedowns, and more this is for you! Woods Hole Weekend - Video Series: Connect with Steve Adams (Mighty Blue): Connect with Austin DuFresne (Spielberg): Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Kelly McDonald (Generous Dude) | Canada's Great Divide Trail | 04 Mar 2023 | 00:56:59 | |
Section Hiker Kelly McDonald is back with Jester to share more about his section hiking on Canada's Great Divide Trail. Kelly was a member of Jester's Class of 2022 Section Hikers series of episodes that released last spring and Jester is excited to have him back on the podcast. Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! The Outdoor Council of Canada: https://outdoorcouncil.ca Connect with Kelly McDonald: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Appalachian Trail Summer 2025 (Days 33-35) | 23 Jul 2025 | 00:33:35 | |
7/14/25 - 7/16/25 Connect With Jester: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://jestersectionhiker.com | |||
| James Appleton | 46 of 46 Podcast | 18 Feb 2023 | 00:58:14 | |
Jester brings to the podcast for episode #150 fellow podcaster, James Appleton. James started his podcast, The 46 of 46 Podcast back in early 2019 and covers everything you would want to know about the Adirondack Mountains. Jester and James chat about why he started his show, his strategy for completing the 46 high peaks in the Adirondacks, his Winter Hiking 101 series, and the show finishes out with James answering a couple listener questions. If you want to join in on the live recordings each month you can become part of that by subscribing to Jester's YouTube Channel and hit the bell notifications to be notified when Jester goes live! Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JulieGayheart Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! Connect with James Appleton: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Shawn Neitz (Trooper) |First Footsteps on The Appalachian Trail | 04 Feb 2023 | 00:51:53 | |
Jester's guest this week is Appalachian Trail Section Hiker, Shawn Neitz. Shawn is working on a positive impact in his own life this year by making the commitment to start section hiking the Appalachian Trail with his first section hike this spring. Shawn shares with us his plans, how he is including his family, and when this dream of completing the AT started. Join Jester On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JulieGayheart Connect with Shawn Neitz: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Paul Fuzinski | Aptitude Outdoors Podcast | 21 Jan 2023 | 00:58:58 | |
Jester introduces us to fellow podcaster, Paul Fuzinski. Jester has been following Paul over at the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast for several years and even appeared on his show for episode #10. Jester and Paul chat about his latest documentary, Finding the Fouke Monster: Bigfoot of Foggy Creek, his AT Completion, his passion for the outdoors, and most importantly his passion for sharing about conservationism. Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JulieGayheart Connect with Paul Fuzinski: Finding the Fouke Monster: Bigfoot of Foggy Creek: Jester on the Aptitude Outdoors Podcast: Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Benny Braden | Responsible Stewardship | 07 Jan 2023 | 01:01:48 | |
Jester is back with Season 4 of the podcast. In this season opener you are going to hear all about what Jester has been up to the past couple of months, the new podcast release schedule, and what to do if you want to be part of the live video recordings of the show on YouTube. Co-Host Austin Wallis is back to share all about what he and Jester have in store for 2023. Benny Braden, Founder and CEO of Responsible Stewardship also joins Jester and Austin to share about why it was important for him to start the non-profit, Responsible Stewardship. Join Jester on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JulieGayheart Connect with Austin Wallis (Spielberg): Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Jester Is Back With Season 4 | 01 Jan 2023 | 00:27:02 | |
Podcast Preseason Opener With Your Host, Julie Gayheart (Jester). Jester shares Season 4 Expectations: Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart HRN Trading Post: Julie Gayheart (Jester): Audio Produced By: Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Jester Is Taking A Fall Break | 15 Oct 2022 | 00:28:14 | |
Jester would like to thank her co-hosts, contributors, podcast guests, listeners, and trail community for listening to the show and believing in a podcast that would put the spotlight on section hikers for 149 episodes. Jester has decided to take a well deserved break from the podcast and the weekly production of the show. Don't worry, as you will hear Jester will be back! Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! I Am The MST Documentary Mini Series: Connect with Austin Wallis (Spielberg): Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidetrailadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideTrailAdventures Connect with Julie Gayheart (Jester): Website Update: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Paul Collins (Skunkape) | 08 Oct 2022 | 00:43:15 | |
Jester catches up with the newest member of the Hiking Radio Network and podcast host of The Hammock Hangers Podcast, Paul Collins or also known as Skunkape. Paul has been involved with the Hiking Radio Network for quite some time creating social media artwork for a few of our shows each week and now putting his audio editing skills to the test with helping edit my show each week. Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! I Am The MST Documentary Mini Series: More information about HangCon: Connect with Paul "Skunkape" Collins: Website : http://www.thehammockhangerspodcast.com Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/TheHammockHangersPodcast Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/the_hammock_hangers_podcast YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOw28WMum0pNN5WNTCIa_1A Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| I Am The MST - A Positive Experience | 01 Oct 2022 | 00:35:27 | |
Jester and Austin spend time on this weeks episode reflecting back on the last six months of writing and producing their first documentary, I Am The MST. Jester begins the episode by reading some amazing comments from viewers regarding the mini series and both Jester and Austin share their emotions from all of the positive feedback. In the second half of the show Jester and Austin give the listeners some inside scoop to what's happening at the Woods Hole Weekend Oct. 6-9. Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! I Am The MST Documentary Mini Series: Woods Hole Hostel Weekend: Connect with Austin Wallis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidetrailadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideTrailAdventures Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| I Am The MST - The Legacy | 24 Sep 2022 | 00:50:26 | |
Jester is excited to share with everyone what she and co-host Austin Wallis have been working on for the last several months. Earlier this year back in March they decided to write and produce a mini series documentary about the Mountains To Sea Trail and have titled it "I Am The MST". You are going to hear what it's been like for them to create, write, interview, film, and produce their first ever documentary. As Austin would say "Good Times". Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! MST Mini Series Documentary, "I Am The MST": Friends Of The Mountains To Sea Trail: The Woods Hole Weekend: Woods Hole Weekend Podcast (Mighty Blue): Woods Hold Weekend Podcast (Jester): Connect with Austin Wallis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidetrailadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideTrailAdventures Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| I Am The MST - The Partners | 17 Sep 2022 | 00:38:53 | |
Jester is excited to share with everyone what she and co-host Austin Wallis have been working on for the last several months. Earlier this year back in March they decided to make a mini series documentary about the Mountains To Sea Trail and have titled it "I Am The MST". You are going to hear what it's been like for them to create, write, interview, film, and produce their first ever documentary. As Austin would say "Good Times". Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! MST Mini Series Documentary, "I Am The MST": Friends Of The Mountains To Sea Trail: The Woods Hole Weekend: Woods Hole Weekend Podcast (Mighty Blue): Woods Hold Weekend Podcast (Jester): Connect with Austin Wallis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidetrailadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideTrailAdventures Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| Appalachian Trail Summer 2025 (Days 31-32) | 19 Jul 2025 | 00:23:23 | |
7/12/25 - 7/13/25 Connect With Jester: Email: jester@jestersectionhiker.com Website: http://jestersectionhiker.com | |||
| I Am The MST - The Foundation | 10 Sep 2022 | 00:42:21 | |
Jester is excited to share with everyone what she and co-host Austin Wallis have been working on for the last several months. Earlier this year back in March they decided to write and produce a mini series documentary about the Mountains To Sea Trail and have titled it "I Am The MST". You are going to hear what it's been like for them to create, write, interview, film, and produce their first ever documentary. As Austin would say "Good Times". Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! MST Mini Series Documentary, "I Am The MST": Friends Of The Mountains To Sea Trail: The Woods Hole Weekend: Woods Hole Weekend Podcast (Mighty Blue): Woods Hole Weekend Podcast (Jester): The Ribbons of Color: Connect with Austin Wallis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidetrailadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideTrailAdventures Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by:
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| I Am The MST - The Vision | 03 Sep 2022 | 00:49:43 | |
Jester is excited to share with everyone what she and co-host Austin Wallis have been working on for the last several months. Earlier this year back in March they decided to write and produce a mini-series documentary about the Mountains To Sea Trail and have titled it "I Am The MST." You are going to hear what it's been like for them to create, write, interview, film, and produce their first-ever documentary. As Austin would say "Good Times." Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! MST Mini Series Documentary, "I Am The MST": Friends Of The Mountains To Sea Trail: The Mebane Trail Rangers: The Woods Hole Weekend: Woods Hole Weekend Podcast (Mighty Blue): Woods Hold Weekend Podcast (Jester): Connect with Austin Wallis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidetrailadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideTrailAdventures Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||
| I Am The MST - Writing & Producing | 27 Aug 2022 | 00:55:43 | |
Jester is excited to share with everyone what she and co-host Austin Wallis have been working on for the last several months. Earlier this year back in March, they decided to write and produce a mini-series documentary about the Mountains To Sea Trail and have titled it, I Am The MST. You are going to hear what it's been like for them to create, write, interview, film, and produce their first-ever documentary. As Austin would say "Good Times." Thanks for Listening and Happy Section Hiking! MST Mini Series Documentary, "I Am The MST": Friends Of The Mountains To Sea Trail: Connect with Austin Wallis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidetrailadventures/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SideTrailAdventures Connect with Julie "Jester" Gayheart: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Website: Jester Section Hiker Music for the Podcast provided by: | |||