In this episode we discuss a recent trip to Shenandoah National Park where we came across two cool groups: Climb4 and Latinos Outdoors. This episode then discusses the pros and cons of hiking alone, with a partner, or in a group. There are certainly some good reasons for doing all three. Here are the Gaia GPS tracks of our recent trip to SNP: Friday Saturday Sunday ..read more

In this episode our fearless host recounts the various sections he and his colleagues have hiked between Duncannan, PA through the Leigh River Water Gap... which he realizes, had he taken a few more minutes to review the map is 37 miles away from the Delaware River Water Gap and the border with New Jersey... Sigh. Gaia GPS Links to our hikes: Duncannan to Clarks Ferry Shelter Clarks Ferry Shelter to PA 325 PA 325 To Streamside Camp Streamside Camp to PA 645 PA 645 to Campsite Campsite to Port Clinton Port Clinton to Windsor Furnace Windsor Furnace to PA 309/Lookout Hostel PA 309 to Leigh River ..read more

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!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sectionhiker/message ..read more

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.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sectionhiker/message ..read more

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 arbitra ..read more

Jon talks about being ready to tackle the GA portion of the Appalachian Trail.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sectionhiker/message ..read more

In this latest update of our intrepid section hiker we talk about his planning efforts for his trip to GA in May, his recent shake down/section hike in PA, and an effort to keep his feet from falling apart so he can keep hiking!  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sectionhiker/message ..read more

Catching up on previous trips, Jon explains what happens when he leaves the confines of Big Meadows state park and heads south to Swift Gap.   Along the way there's some beautiful terrain, albeit not all that difficult.  Along the way we learn about the 53 cemeteries in the park and we talk about the history of the Lewis Mountain Campground.   For more information about the formation of the Lewis Mountain Campground, you can look at the following sites:  Shenandoah for idea to reality Previous Secretaries of the Department of Interior Segregation and Desegregation at Shenan ..read more

In the which we determine whether it is better to proceed quick in order to eat what is considered a good meal and whether rolling one's ankle should keep our hiker from pursuing his quest.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sectionhiker/message ..read more

In the which our intrepid hiker relearns the wonders of ibuprofen, enjoys a coke and wanders up and down the hills to bird's nest #3.  He meets some retirees who explain to him that the hiking he thinks is somewhat challenging is nothing compared to southern VA... The weather was also beautiful and the forest glorious to behold.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sectionhiker/message ..read more