Hiking Guide - NC Mountains

Making the wilderness accessible and enjoyable through writtten word, spoken word, instruction, coaching and guiding.

Jennifer Pharr Davis
Professional Hiker, Coach, Speaker, Author

I love to hike, help and encourage! I have thru-hiked over 8,000 miles, traveled to six continents, and completed many ultra-endurance challenges, but now my hope is to help others achieve their goals. Through guided hikes, workshops, speaking engagements, and the written word, I inspire, teach, and coach people to experience the woods and life in a new and exciting way. Just remember you are never too young to set goals and never too old to dream.
                                        Jennifer Pharr Davis

Women's Appalachian Trail Record Holder

On Aug. 16, 2008, 3:03 PM - Jennifer Pharr Davis sets a new women's endurance record on the AT. She now holds the woman's record (only 5 men have done it faster). Hiking with her during her last week were Dr. David Horton, ultra marathon runner who holds the Pacific Crest Trial Record (Mexico to Canada) and Dr. Warren Doyle who has completed more AT hikes than anyone (14). Her new husband, Brew Davis, assisted her almost all of the way. Brew had to return to teaching school Jen's last week on the trail. Dad, York Pharr, filled in for Brew until he could rejoin Jen the last two days.

Read more about Jen's accomplishments as covered by regional media.
A.T. Hiking - Podcast: Episode 9 - Trading 5,000,000 steps for 57 days...
Mountain Xpress Article - Askville: Hiking with a purpose - 10-15-2008
Adventure Edge Radio - Podcast Interview from September 11, 2008
Blueridgenow.com - Hendersonville native eyes record hike
Blueridgenow.com - Pharr journeys to honor those slain
Blueridgenow.com - Bearcat graduate hits the trai...
Blueridgenow.com - Jennifer Pharr Davis video
Blueridgenow.com - Hendersonville native closes in on hiking record
Blueridgenow.com - Pharr video
Blueridgenow.com - HHS graduate breaks Appalachian Trail record