This episode explores an overnight camping trip led by Melissa Goodwin, a licensed guide and founder of &#39;<a href="https://www.girlgottahike.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Girl Gotta Hike</a>,&#39; aimed at encouraging women to connect with the outdoors. Olivia Sippel, our production intern, shares her first camping experience in the Catskills, guided by Melissa, also known by her trail name &#39;Click.&#39; The story delves into how Melissa&#39;s passion for hiking evolved, and the creation of her hiking service, with a focus on women and accessibility. The episode highlights their journey, history and insights from the Appalachian Trail, and the impact of outdoor adventures on personal growth.00:00 Introduction to Public Transit Hiking00:44 Olivia&#39;s First Camping Experience01:23 Melissa&#39;s Trail Name and Appalachian Trail Journey04:38 Signing In and Exploring the Trail07:56 Trail Lunch and Devil&#39;s Path10:53 The Birth of Girl Gotta Hike24:36 Conclusion and ReflectionsFor stories about trailblazing women of the 19th century, check out Purple Mountain Press&#39;s new edition of <a href="https://www.nysbooks.com/product/breaking-trail-remarkable-women-of-the-adirondacks/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Breaking Trail: Remarkable Women of the Adirondacks</a>. Enter code KAATSCAST for 25% off + free shipping through 5/31/2025.

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