Section Hiking the Appalachian Trail

John Eskelson shares his plan for section hiking the Appalachian Trail, including specific dates and tips for choosing a good campsite, while highlighting sponsor efforts to restore national parks.

This episode details day three of a section hike through Shenandoah National Park on the Appalachian Trail, covering the journey from Matthew Arms to Bird's Nest #3 hut.

The host shares his excitement and final preparations for hiking the Georgia portion of the Appalachian Trail with a group of friends.

This episode is the fourth in a series documenting the host's section hikes along the Appalachian Trail through Shenandoah National Park, focusing on the segment from Birds Nest to Big Meadows Campground.

This episode details a section hike of the Appalachian Trail from Caledonia State Park in Pennsylvania to Penmar County Park in Maryland, highlighting the scenic views, Michaux State Forest, and historical iron furnace remnants along the route.

This episode reintroduces the podcast with updated goals focused on section hiking the Appalachian Trail, discussing past challenges due to COVID-19 and future hiking plans in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia.

The host recounts the first half of hiking the Georgia portion of the Appalachian Trail, sharing day-by-day experiences and key features with his friends.

This episode details the second day of a fall hike along the Appalachian Trail through Shenandoah National Park, covering the section from Compton Gap to Matthew Arms Campground.

The host reflects on the temporary end of section hiking due to pandemic-related changes, discusses work-from-home challenges, and promotes a committee advocating for national park restoration.

This episode recounts a re-hike of the Swift Gap to Rockfish Gap section of the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park, originally attempted in 2020 but now completed with a hiking partner.

This bonus episode discusses how the coronavirus pandemic impacted Appalachian Trail hiking, with the Appalachian Trail Conservancy advising hikers to stay off the trail to prevent spreading the virus to vulnerable rural communities.

This episode focuses on navigation techniques for hikers to avoid getting lost in the wilderness, while also discussing trail history and national park advocacy.

This episode explores the changing culture and environmental pressures on the Appalachian Trail, discussing how increased hiker numbers and commercialization are challenging trail stewardship and park management.

This episode discusses personal hygiene on hiking trails, drawing from the host's childhood experiences with his father's hiking rules about staying dry, well-fed, and warm.

This episode discusses Tara Downer's record-breaking Appalachian Trail run and the host's recent hiking experiences in Central and Northeastern Pennsylvania.

The host shares lessons from hiking the challenging 'roller coaster' section of the Appalachian Trail between Harper's Ferry and Linden, Virginia, focusing on planning mistakes and underestimating the terrain.

This episode begins a series on hiking the Appalachian Trail through Shenandoah National Park, focusing on the first day from Linden to Compton Gap and discussing seasonal trail conditions.

This episode of Section Hiking the Appalachian Trail discusses recent MLB cheating scandals involving the Astros, Red Sox, and Mets, while also promoting national park restoration and hinting at historical commentary.

The host describes a 15-mile Appalachian Trail section hike from Woodrow Road to Caledonia State Park in southern Pennsylvania, discussing its logistics and context within the trail.

The host John Eskelson recounts a recent section hike on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania with his friend Alex, starting at Woodrow Road and ending at Hunter Run Road while practicing social distancing.

This episode covers planning for a May backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail, a recent hike from Duncassin to Boiling Springs in Pennsylvania, and a discussion on podiatry and orthopedics for foot care.

This episode discusses the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on hiking and outdoor activities, while advocating for legislation to address the $12 billion maintenance backlog in America's national parks.

This episode details the fifth day of a section hike through Shenandoah National Park on the Appalachian Trail, focusing on the journey from Big Meadows to Swift Gap while summarizing the previous four days.

This episode covers the basics of wilderness first aid, focusing on essential medical knowledge and gear for hiking and outdoor adventures.

The host discusses practical preparations for an upcoming Appalachian Trail section hike, covering meal ideas, first aid kits, water filtering systems, and budget-friendly gear sources.

The host reflects on his year-long hiatus from podcasting, expressing respect for consistent creators and hinting at upcoming hiking updates.

This episode discusses the pros and cons of hiking alone versus with a group, based on the host's recent experiences on the Appalachian Trail in Shenandoah National Park.

The host describes a section hike through Maryland on the Appalachian Trail in May 2021, comparing the trail's appearance to imagery from Bill Bryson's book and highlighting its broad, green, and scenic qualities.

This episode provides updates on hiking planning and preparation, including insights from other hikers and resources like the National Park Service, with a focus on getting ready for extended outdoor trips.

The host recounts a recent 12-mile Appalachian Trail hike with a friend, framed as a way to practice social distancing while enjoying outdoor adventure during pandemic-related disruptions.

This episode explores the concept of fun in hiking, categorizing it into three types while discussing the host's experiences section hiking the Appalachian Trail and promoting national park restoration.

In this inaugural episode, host John Eskilsen introduces the podcast focused on section hiking the Appalachian Trail, sharing his personal hiking history with his daughter Ilsa and outlining future topics to help listeners plan their own adventures.

This episode continues the Appalachian Trail hiking adventure in Georgia, detailing an emergency hospital visit after a branch fell on a hiker during a wildlife encounter.