Fitness Updates, Film Festivals & Hiking Training Camp
"Jester" Section Hiker
RiverRun International Film Festival: Tri State Outdoors Festival: Jester Wallis Productions: Connect With Jester: YouTube: Instagram: Email: [email protected] Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning"
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I Had an AMAZING Hike Today!
"Jester" Section Hiker
Great Day For A Time Trial at Crowder's Mountain State Park! Lift Heavy Hike Hard Shirt: Watch Safe and Found: Connect With Jester: YouTube: Instagram: Email: [email protected] Jester Wallis Productions: Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning"
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"Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: Step 7 - HYOH
"Jester" Section Hiker
Welcome To The "Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: 7 Logical Steps. Jester walks you through 7 steps that will help you mentally prepare and plan your section hiking journey on your favorite long distance trail. Just because Jester has spent 20 years section hiking along the Appalachian Trail doesn't mean you can't apply this same knowledge to any trail completion. Jester also reminds us that section hiking is all about learning, adapting, and achieving! Step 7: Hike Your Own Hike Put Yourself In The Driver's Seat Remember Your North Star Set The Stage For What You Want To Accomplish Far...
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"Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: Step 6 - Have Fun
"Jester" Section Hiker
Welcome To The "Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: 7 Logical Steps. Jester walks you through 7 steps that will help you mentally prepare and plan your section hiking journey on your favorite long distance trail. Just because Jester has spent 20 years section hiking along the Appalachian Trail doesn't mean you can't apply this same knowledge to any trail completion. Jester also reminds us that section hiking is all about learning, adapting, and achieving! Step 6: Have Fun Enjoy Your Hike Explore The Area Celebrate Your Accomplishment Far Out App: A.T. Guide 2025: Watch...
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"Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: Step 5 - Nutrition
"Jester" Section Hiker
Welcome To The "Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: 7 Logical Steps. Jester walks you through 7 steps that will help you mentally prepare and plan your section hiking journey on your favorite long distance trail. Just because Jester has spent 20 years section hiking along the Appalachian Trail doesn't mean you can't apply this same knowledge to any trail completion. Jester also reminds us that section hiking is all about learning, adapting, and achieving! Step 5: Nutrition: Good Calories Carbs Give You Energy Protein Is For Your Muscles Protein Powder Electrolytes Electrolytes &...
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"Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: Step 4 - Gear
"Jester" Section Hiker
Welcome To The "Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: 7 Logical Steps. Jester walks you through 7 steps that will help you mentally prepare and plan your section hiking journey on your favorite long distance trail. Just because Jester has spent 20 years section hiking along the Appalachian Trail doesn't mean you can't apply this same knowledge to any trail completion. Jester also reminds us that section hiking is all about learning, adapting, and achieving! Step 4: Gear: It's All Personal Preference Shoes & Socks Backpack 10 Essentials Watch Safe and Found Appalachian Trail...
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"Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: Step 3 - Training
"Jester" Section Hiker
Welcome To The "Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: 7 Logical Steps. Jester walks you through 7 steps that will help you mentally prepare and plan your section hiking journey on your favorite long distance trail. Just because Jester has spent 20 years section hiking along the Appalachian Trail doesn't mean you can't apply this same knowledge to any trail completion. Jester also reminds us that section hiking is all about learning, adapting, and achieving! Step 3: Training: Train Your Mind Train Your Body Prioritize Strength Shakedown Hikes Far Out App: A.T. Guide 2025: ...
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"Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: Step 2 - Logistics
"Jester" Section Hiker
Welcome To The "Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: 7 Logical Steps. Jester walks you through 7 steps that will help you mentally prepare and plan your section hiking journey on your favorite long distance trail. Just because Jester has spent 20 years section hiking along the Appalachian Trail doesn't mean you can't apply this same knowledge to any trail completion. Jester also reminds us that section hiking is all about learning, adapting, and achieving! Step 2: Logistics Getting There (Trains, Planes, Automobiles) Hostels Are Your Life Line Shuttle Drivers Are Your Friend Tools (Apps...
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"Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: Step 1 - Set A Goal
"Jester" Section Hiker
Welcome To The "Jester" Section Hiker Playbook: 7 Logical Steps. Jester walks you through 7 steps that will help you mentally prepare and plan your section hiking journey on your favorite long distance trail. Just because Jester has spent 20 years section hiking along the Appalachian Trail doesn't mean you can't apply this same knowledge to any trail completion. Jester also reminds us that section hiking is all about learning, adapting, and achieving! Step 1: Set A Goal: Section Hiking Is A Mindset A Branch Of Who You Are One Section Hike At A Time Tell Your Family & Friends...
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Meet My Personal Trainer Logan Sandate
"Jester" Section Hiker
I am excited for you all to meet my personal trainer Logan Sandate. You all have heard my perspective when it comes to working out, strength training, and getting ready for some amazing hiking this summer! Now it's time for you all to hear from my trainer and hear what it's been like from her perspective to train and get me ready for the trails. We'll also get into my muscle gain, fat loss, and why the number on the scale doesn't represent the full picture of what's going on with your body. Connect With Logan Sandate: Email: Website: B.S. Athletic Training – Catawba College Team Captain of...
info_outlineJoin Julie "Jester" Gayheart as she recaps the second half of her trek on the Appalachian Trail through Shenandoah National Park. This episode covers days 6 through 10, including detailed mileage, key highlights like Big Meadows Campground, Skyland Resort, and logistical tips. She also shares insights on hydration, nutrition, and overcoming challenges such as dry trail conditions and increasing heat.
Shenandoah National Park - AT Northbound Itinerary
6/12/24 - Day 1:
Rockfish Gap (864.6)
Sawmill Run overlook (875.1)
10.5mi
6/13/24 - Day 2:
Sawmill Run Overlook (875.1)
Blackrock Trailhead (886.4)
11.3mi
6/14/24 - Day 3:
Blackrock Trailhead (886.4)
Ivy Creek Overlook (896.9)
10.5 mi
6/15/24 - Day 4:
Ivy Creek Overlook (896.9)
Hightop Parking (908.9)
12 mi
6/16/24 - Day 5:
Hightop Parking (908.9)
Parking By Bearfence (919.1)
10.2mi
6/17/24 - Day 6:
Parking By Bearfence (919.1)
Rock Spring Cabin Parking (930)
10.9mi
6/18/24 - Day 7:
Rock Spring Cabin Parking (930)
Meadow Spring Trailhead (942.2)
12.2mi
6/19/24 - Day 8:
Meadow Spring Trailhead (942.2)
Elkwallow Wayside (953.3)
11.1mi
6/20/24 - Day 9:
Elkwallow Wayside (953.3)
Compton Gap (966.8)
13.5
6/21/24 - Day 10:
Compton Gap (966.8)
Park Boundary (968.8)
4 miles Round Trip
Jester's Pack Shakedown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5wx7IWX7G0
Connect With Jester:
Email: [email protected]
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/
Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com
Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning"