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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. 

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165: Tara Dower (Candy Mama) | Colorado Trail FKT

Aug 26, 2023

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 

Follow Tara On YouTube

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"