Inspiration Grandma Gatewood: The First Woman To Solo Hike The Appalachian Trail Brandy ArnoldApril 22, 2025 0Comments When Emma Rowena Gatewood set out to hike the Appalachian Trail (AT) solo in 1955, she wasn’t equipped with state-of-the-art hiking boots, ultralight gear, or even a proper backpack. Instead, she carried a duffel sack over her shoulder, wore Keds…Read more
