33 episodes
Section Hiking the Appalachian Trail Jon Eskelsen
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4.7 • 30 Ratings
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Hey, I'm a guy who can't get away for 6 months to a year to do a thru hike on a long trail. But I do have time to take a week here or there to do a section hike. So I'm going to section hike the Appalachian Trail. Let's talk about what it takes to plan a great hike, then go out and hit the trail. We are sponsored by the Committee to Restore America's National Parks, a campaign aimed at fixing the $11.9Billion backlog under our National Park System. You can check them out at https://restoreamericasnationalparks.org.
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Harpers Ferry to Lindon, VA featuring... the roller coaster!
The episode in which our protagonist hikes south from Harpers Ferry, WVA to Lindon, VA. Its a beautiful hike, except, in his hubris he makes several mistakes... what are they? Listen and find out!
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Maryland
In this adventure our congested narrator describes his time on the trail in Maryland on the Appalacian Trail. He has some words about people who can't control their dogs and some other stories of people just trying to go on a hike. Maryland is a great place to hike, whether its a start or a section.
Section Hiking the Appalachian Trails is sponsored by Hudson Pines: your gateway to the Adirondacks! Reserve your site at https://www.camphudsonpines.com.
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Shenandoah National Park -- Swift Gap to Rockfish Gap
Honestly it had been so long since I had hiked through the southern part of the Shendandoah National Park that I couldn't recall all that needed to be recalled. So I grabbed my friend Alex and hiked it again. We did it in 3 days, rather than 4. But there were some lessons learned... which you'll hear. Of course, you will also hear me stammer as I try to explain, but don't, why Coke products are better than Pepsi. Perhaps if Coke were to sponsor this I could do a better job but they don't. I know both are bad for you but to be truthful, I have made an arbitrary choice and go with Coke. I actually think it is because it isn't as sweet as Pepsi. But I digress.
Hope you will check out our new sponsor, Camp Hudson Pines at www.camphudsonpines.com
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Georgia Part 2
So what happened to Stephen? Was he injured? Was he able to continue? Did the rest of us stick on the trail? What happens? We are about to find out!
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Georgia Part 1
Do you feel ripped off by endless sequels? So do I, but it didn't stop our intrepid hikers from leaving the episode on a cliff hanger! What cliffhanger is possible you ask on a hiking trip from point A to point B? You will have to listen to find out.
We talk about falls, poop, owls, poison ivy, the gamut. Everything you never knew you needed in a podcast episode about the AT in Georgia.
Also, here are the names of the shuttle guys and gals and their contact information if you want to find a ride... we needed to get off trail and these folks all answered the call early in the morning. Listen to find out more.
Gracie "RU" Class of 16 - 813-294-6994
Ron Brown - 706-669-0919
Shuttle Charlie - 706-897-2338
Shuttle Brett - 404-569-8776
Shuttle Jeff Moon - 706-994-2307
These guys are the best.
FINAL NOTE: I chose not to edit this episode. Probably going to sound sort of wonky. Apologies for this, except to say, its getting late, I got to get to work in the morning but wanted to get this out. We'll talk again soon!
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Bring on Georgia!
Jon talks about being ready to tackle the GA portion of the Appalachian Trail.
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Customer Reviews
Super thorough
Jon does a fantastic job of laying out his experience including prep for his hiking adventure. I appreciate his outlining of different types of fun. Additionally, love how he talks about physical AND mental health when hiking. Keep it up Jon! You are an inspiration.
Sounds like a script with bad meter
I have been binge listening to this podcast, and plan to continue listening once I catch up and new episodes are released.Jon needs to stop reading from a script. This is a lot more obvious when he repeats, verbatim, a statement he made a couple minutes earlier. Get away from reading with a meter that shows lack of feeling. Jon stated he is a Washington bureaucrat, but you need not not sound like one.
Great Information
Being new to hiking, this show has been a great resource to prepare for our first three day hike on a section of the AT.