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EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 34 MIN

Emma Gatewood - First Woman to Complete a 2,050 Mile Hike in 1954 - alone!

from Badass Women of America · host Kit and Sherlock

Send us Fan MailThe 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.See pictures and additional information about Badass Women of America on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/badass_women_of_america/

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Send us Fan Mail 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 su...

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