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Green Knob Lookout Tower: A Strenuous Climb with Stunning Views

"Jester" Section Hiker

Release Date: 08/31/2024

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"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! show art 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 show art 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...

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More Episodes

In this episode of the "Jester" Section Hiker Podcast, host Julie "Jester" Gayheart takes listeners along for a hike to the Green Knob Lookout Tower from Black Mountain Campground in Western North Carolina. Julie describes the scenic setting of her campsite before embarking on the strenuous 3.3-mile ascent, emphasizing the breathtaking views of the Black Mountains and Mt. Mitchell. She provides historical details from Peter Barr's book, Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers, and shares personal hiking tips. Julie concludes with future hiking plans including the Black Mountain Crest Trail and the Appalachian High Route.

Resources For Hiking To Green Knob Lookout Tower: 

Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers: https://blairpub.com/shop/p/exploring-north-carolinas-lookout-towers  

NC High Peaks Association: https://nchighpeaks.org/ 

Appalachian High Route: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082060750253 

Carolina Mountain Club: https://carolinamountainclub.org/ 

Black Mountain Campground: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273780 

All Trails App: https://www.alltrails.com/ 

Go Fund Me For Peter Barr: https://www.gofundme.com/f/peter-barrs-recovery-from-brain-surgery 

Podcast Episode With Peter Barr: https://www.hikingradionetwork.com/show/jester-section-hiker/episode-70-peter-j-barr-whippersnap/ 

Connect With Jester:

Email: [email protected]

Jester's Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5wx7IWX7G0 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart 

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

Allegheny Trail (Trailer): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RpggXI74Qec 

SAFE AND FOUND: https://safe-and-found.com

Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning"