Join Jester on a beautiful morning at the Black Mountain Campground before she heads off toward Banner Elk, North Carolina to hike Flat Top Mountain at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. In this episode, Jester explores breathtaking trails, delves into history from Peter Barr's book, Hiking North Carolina's Lookout Towers, and shares encounters with fellow hikers along the way. Experience the journey of reaching the Flat Top Tower, marvel at the panoramic views, and follow Jester's steps toward completing a 16-year hiking challenge. Don't miss Jester's tips on trail landmarks, the burial sites of Moses and Bertha Cone, and upcoming hiking plans!

Resources For Hiking To Flat Top Mountain: 

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

Moses H. Cone Memorial Park: https://www.nps.gov/blri/planyourvisit/moses-h-cone-memorial-park-mp-294.htm 

Additional Resources Mentioned: 

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 

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"