Join Julie "Jester" Gayheart as she recaps the second half of her trek on the Appalachian Trail through Shenandoah National Park. This episode covers days 6 through 10, including detailed mileage, key highlights like Big Meadows Campground, Skyland Resort, and logistical tips. She also shares insights on hydration, nutrition, and overcoming challenges such as dry trail conditions and increasing heat.  Shenandoah National Park - AT Northbound Itinerary Day 1:   Rockfish Gap (864.6)  Sawmill Run overlook (875.1) 10.5mi Day 2:  Sawmill Run Overlook (875.1) Blackrock Trailhead (886.4) 11.3mi Day 3:  Blackrock Trailhead (886.4)  Ivy Creek Overlook (896.9) 10.5 mi Day 4:   Ivy Creek Overlook (896.9) Hightop Parking (908.9)  12 mi Day 5:  Hightop Parking (908.9) Parking By Bearfence (919.1) 10.2mi Day 6:  Parking By Bearfence (919.1) Rock Spring Cabin Parking (930)  10.9mi Day 7:  Rock Spring Cabin Parking (930)  Meadow Spring Trailhead (942.2)  12.2mi Day 8:  Meadow Spring Trailhead (942.2)  Elkwallow Wayside (953.3) 11.1mi Day 9:  Elkwallow Wayside (953.3) Compton Gap (966.8) 13.5 Day 10:  Compton Gap (966.8) Park Boundary (968.8)  4 miles Round Trip Jester's Pack Shakedown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5wx7IWX7G0  Connect With Jester: Email: [email protected] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieGayheart  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jestersectionhiker/ Watch Safe and Found: https://safe-and-found.com   Music By: Victor Lundberg "Top of The Morning"