Badass Women of America
This podcast is about the women in history who broke barriers and made history yet you probably have never heard of them. Join us each week for a new episode about a woman or women who fought in wars, were amazing explorers, were pioneers in aviation – women who weren’t in our history books. These were exciting, brave, adventurous women who helped shaped this country. Join me, Kit and my friend Sherlock, as we share the exciting stories of these women whom you will want to know. These are the Badass Women of America.
Badass Women of America
Emma Gatewood - First Woman to Complete a 2,050 Mile Hike in 1954 - alone!
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The Appalachian Trail is a brutal 2,050 mile hike that travels through 14 states and takes 4-6 months to complete.
Only 20% of hikers that start the trek actually finish.
Emma Gatewood started her journey when only 6 people before her had completed the trail. She was 67 years old when she started in May 1955.
She reached the end of the trail in September 1955. Reporters were present as she sang America the Beautiful as a tribute to her quest and the beauty that surrounded her.
She saved the Appalachian Trail by becoming a celebrity and bringing attention to the trail's much needed restoration.
To this day she inspires people to explore our gorgeous country by hiking.
Join Kit and Sherlock for the details of Emma's historic climb through the Appalachian Mountains.
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