• Ep64: Grandma Gatewood

  • May 31 2022
  • Length: 53 mins
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Ep64: Grandma Gatewood

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  • Grandma Gatewood was one of the most well known hikers of her time. She was the first female to thru hike the Appalachian Trail. She also is listed as one of the pioneers of ultralight backpacking and one of the reasons that thru hiking gained popularity. ⁠

    This week, on NSGO, we are telling her story. As a bit of a change from the dark and disastrous, we have a story of inspiration to send off our southbound hikers!⁠ Don't forget to send us your personal stories or suggestions at notsogreatoutdoors@gmail.com. For more information, including our research sources, go to https://www.thenotsogreatoutdoors.com.

    Intro Music: Deadlock
    Outro Music: Space Journey
    Music: https://www.purple-planet.com 


    SOURCES:

    Montgomery, Ben. Grandma Gatewood's Walk: The Inspiring Story of the Woman Who Saved the Appalachian Trail. Chicago Review Press, Incorporated, 2016.

    https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/appalachian-trail-emma-gatewood

    https://www.amightygirl.com/blog?p=27153

    https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Appalachian_Trail_by_state

    https://www.treehugger.com/appalachian-trail-facts-5116979
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