Green Knob Lookout Tower: A Strenuous Climb with Stunning Views
Release Date: 08/31/2024
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...
info_outlineIn 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"