"Jester" Section Hiker

"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.

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Missing Hikers On The PACIFIC CREST TRAIL

Sept. 30, 2023

"Jester" Section Hiker Highlights

Moving The TRAIL 300 Miles: What Impact Did it Have?

Sept. 23, 2023

"Jester" Section Hiker Highlights

#167 - Debbie Komlo (Omi) | Onward With Omi

Sept. 16, 2023

Omi's AT Adventure

New Regime For The Podcast

Sept. 9, 2023

Updates From Jester!

#166 - Dr. Matt Tracey - Sports Physical Therapist

Sept. 2, 2023

Architech Sports, Charlotte NC

#165 - Tara Dower (Candy Mama) | Colorado Trail FKT

Aug. 26, 2023

Colorado Trail FKT (East to West - Collegiate East)

CRAPPALACHIAN TRAIL - The Green Tunnel Podcast

Aug. 19, 2023

AN EPISODE SWAP!

#164 - Maria Wishart (Wheezy Pee) | Boots On Trail Shuttles

Aug. 12, 2023

Wheezy Pee Is BACK On The Podcast!

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About the Host

Julie Gayheart

Podcast Host & Producer

Julie Gayheart (Jester) completed the Appalachian Trail in July 2017 after 12 summers of section hiking. Julie is an educator by day and hiker at heart. Jester loves to talk trail and on this podcast you will hear amazing stories and experiences from other section hikers with a love for the trail and passion for hiking.

Reviews

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, challen…"

old man, airborne runner | April 3, 2023 |

Great Info

"Always seem to lean some thing and always enjoy the humor. Keep up the good work"

NMF-S | April 1, 2023 |

So many reasons to listen

"This podcast is informative, organized and genuine. Whether new to hiking or backpacking or if you are a seasoned hiker, I believe you’ll enjoy Jester’s podcast. Thank you for this entertaining educa…"

phdmom9 | Aug. 27, 2022 |

Must listen for section hikers

"Love the show. Keeps me motivated to keep chugging along the Buckeye Trail section by section, as well as fuels my desire for the other trails."

Bukeyepops | June 22, 2021 |

Makes me excited to hike!

"If you day, section, or thru hike or just love good stories, then this pod cast is for you. Jester is up-beat,entertaining, educated, and informative. I can’t wait to next hit the trails after each …"

SnapdragonRoars | May 23, 2021 |

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