"Jester" Section Hiker

The "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 “Jester” Gayheart, to hear what it means to be a section hiker and the adventure that awaits them section by section.

The Ultimate Bucket List Race

Dec 30, 2023

"Jester" Section Hiker Highlights with Tara Dower (Candy Mama).

Hardrock 100 Mile: https://hardrock100.com/

I Run Far: Article: https://www.irunfar.com/2024-hardrock -100-lottery-results

Javelina 100 2023 Race Coverage:

171: Allegheny Trail Podcast: Pilot Episode

Dec 23, 2023

Join me as I chat with Allegheny Trail Board Member, Justin Mullins and Outreach Coordinator, Nicolle Sawczyszyn. Justin and Nicolle share about the Allegheny Trail, the Trail 50th Anniversary, Nicolle's quest to complete a section hike of the trail by September 2024, and Justin's quest to complete a thru hike of the...

Section Hiking Vs. Thru Hiking

Dec 16, 2023

"Jester" Section Hiker Highlights with Liz "Snorkel" Thomas.

Connect with Liz "Snorkel" Thomas:

Website: https://www.eathomas.com/about

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizthomashiking

Treeline Review: https://www.treelinereview.com /

Long Trails: Mastering The Art Of A Thru Hike

170: Tara Dower is HANDPICKED for the 2024 HARDROCK 100

Dec 9, 2023

Join me as I chat with Tara Dower (Candy Mama) who just found out she is in the 2024 Hardrock 100 Mile Endurance Run!

Hardrock 100 Mile: https://hardrock100.com/

I Run Far: Article: https://www.irunfar.com/2024-hardrock-100-lottery-results

Javelina 100 2023 Race Coverage:

169: Liz "Snorkel" Thomas | 10 Year Section Hike Of The PACIFIC CREST TRAIL

Dec 2, 2023

Liz Thomas is a professional hiker, adventure conservationist, and outdoor writer who broke the women’s self-supported speed record on the 2,181-mile long Appalachian Trail. Considered among the most experienced hikers in the US, she’s known for backpacking light, fast, and solo. Liz has hiked more than 20,000 miles...