I Am The MST - The Vision: A Mountains to Sea Trail Documentary

Join us as we learn how the Mountains to Sea Trail transformed from an idea on paper, to a nearly 1,200 mile trail stretching across the state! We will hear from several key visionaries that banded together to form not only the trail, but the organization that would grow to support it for years to come!
"I Am The MST" is a 4 part documentary series highlighting the Mountains to Sea Trail that spans across the state of North Carolina and the people that make up the community surrounding it!
Watch the full series here!
Mark your Calendars!
“I Am The MST” Release Dates:
9/3 - The Vision
9/10 - The Foundation
9/17 - The Partners
9/24 - The Legacy
"I Am The MST"
Written and Produced by Julie Gayheart and Austin DuFresne
Listen to a “Behind the Scenes” account of I Am The MST on Jester’s Podcast:
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© Julie Gayheart & Austin DuFresne, 2022
Music by Sandra Marteluer
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[@mwchestnut1]

The cinematic quality is a joy to watch. The interviews are absolutely wonderful.

[@SideTrailAdventures]

As always, your feedback is much appreciated!

[@MarkGoesHiking]

Great information about the formation of the MST. These trails take so much work from so many people. Top notch production! I look forward to the next installments. 🤙🍻

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you good sir!

[@CarolinaMusicScene]

Very nice.. glad to finally take the time to watch this documentary quality production. You guys have knocked it out of the park. Can't wait to watch the rest of the series.

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks so much Robert!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you good sir!

[@travelmademedoit]

Wow, the MST sounds awesome! I really enjoyed this production. Anyway, my apologies I’ve been MIA this year. We’ve had a very busy year travelling in Central and South America. But, we’ve returned home now and so, I’ll have a lot more time to watch and follow your channel. Thanks for your understanding. I look forward to your next video. Cheers, Dan and Beck

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Right on! Sounds like you guys have been doing some serious adventuring, I'm jealous. Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@travelmademedoit]

@@SideTrailAdventuresit's our pleasure, have a great week!

[@crossedpaddles1184]

This is PRO Level stuff YALL! Great Job Austin and Julie.

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you good sir!

[@Sabrekea56]

Wonderful! Jester your interviews are right on and Austin your narration is perfect. Who wouldn’t want to explore and support the MST after watching?

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks Sabre!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thanks Sabre! That's certainly the idea behind this whole thing. If we show others the MST the way we see it, it's impossible not to love it.

[@finiancurran3162]

Amazing video I loved it. The MST is tough and it beat me up on a section hike but I want to finish the mountain section all in one trip. I love the MST ❤️

[@JulieGayheart]

We Love the MST too!! 🧡

[@SideTrailAdventures]

I too have had my rear end handed to me by the mountains. Anything worth doing is going to take some effort though! Happy trails for the mountain trip!

[@Johnnywalleye1]

This is an impeccable production

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks so much John!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you!

[@2slwilliams]

Wow, incredible video!! Thank you!!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thanks for the kind words and thank you for watching!

[@RVAHikerGirl]

Loved learning about the MST in this episode. Excellent job Julie & Austin! ~RVA~

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks RVA!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thanks RVA!!

[@thehammockhangerspodcast]

Awesome job you two. I am hooked and can't wait for the rest in the series.

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks Skunkape!! It's been a journey for us but we are super proud of what we have done!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you! I'm pretty happy with what we've been able to put together. Looking forward to shaking hands next month!

[@garagestories5551]

Another great installment in this story. Great to get a better understanding of the creation of this historic part of NC. The video flows very well. Again, great editing and narration.

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thanks so much for the kind words! It's a fascinating story learning how a long distance trail comes into existence.

[@joshinfwtx4506]

I'm not much of a hiker, but came by to check out the project that has kept you so busy lately. This is excellent. Incredible production quality and story telling. You've caught my attention.

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Right on! One of the goals of the project was exactly what you just said...interest folks that had no previous interest. Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching!

[@anntravelsandadventures]

Interesting and inspirational, I now just want to go there!

[@JulieGayheart]

Please come join us!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you! Interestingly enough, there are a handful of international hikers that come to North Carolina to hike the trail. It's very unique from other trails which I think has a certain draw that isn't found from other trails. Thanks for watching!

[@mountainsmoore3657]

Great job! Enjoyed this documentary! Now to see the rest of it!

[@JulieGayheart]

Thank You!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thanks Brad, 3 more to go!

[@coachdeb5863]

Jester and Austin- I finally had a sec and wow! Tremendous start to your documentary - truly inspirational, though provoking, peaceful. As Jester knows - I am the AT. But I’m very much looking forward to becoming the MST!! Thank you for sharing such powerful work!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thanks so much for the kind words Deb!

[@JulieGayheart]

Hey Deb! Thanks so much for watching! The MST is perfect for your hiking, biking, and paddling!!

[@stellabrown8544]

Julie & Austin; this is an amazing production you have created! It's incredible to know that it was JUST THE TWO of you who have done all of this from setting up & doing the interviews with all of these remarkable people, traveling all over the state, doing the scripts, photos, videos, editing, and all that goes into a production.It is truly phenomenal. The story is told so well about the the MST and the whole thing looks professionally produced. This will be a great legacy for years to come and what a gift you gave to all of us! Thank you! Can't wait to see the next episodes!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you Stella! This project has been one of the most rewarding experiences I can remember. Having the opportunity to tell just a small part of the MST's story has been a privilege. Thank you again for all the kind words!

[@JulieGayheart]

I am so proud of the hard work and dedication we have both put in to make this series a reality to celebrate and document the history and vision of the MST! Thank You, Austin!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

The pleasure is all mine my friend!

[@joshinfwtx4506]

Y'all did a great job with this

[@kathleenmowery4872]

Great job! What a tribute to the history and soul of the MST.

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks so much Kathleen!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thank you! It's been our goal to do justice to the MST and the people that made it happen!

[@VideoIconic]

"You have done well, pilgrim"

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks Mike!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

Thanks Mike!

[@pleasantfiction]

Thoroughly enjoyed the interviews! Great job, y’all! I was fortunate to be in Allen de Hart’s Hiking and Backpacking class at Louisburg College back in the early 90s. I’m still inspired to this day by all of his accomplishments! I remember being in awe of how many miles he’d hiked by the time I arrived at Louisburg.

[@JulieGayheart]

Thanks Bill!

[@SideTrailAdventures]

What an awesome opportunity to share a room with Alan! He's quite a larger than life figure. It was such a cool experience to hear each person's perspective of him. Thanks for watching!