In this episode of Meaning and Moxie After 50, Leslie Maloney chats with the remarkable Mary Davison, an avid long-distance hiker and author who began taking on ambitious trails in her sixties and into her eighties. Mary shares her journey from casual walker to intrepid adventurer, reflecting on the physical and emotional challenges she faced while hiking iconic routes like the Camino de Santiago, the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail and the Continental Divide Trail. She discusses how these experiences have not only kept her physically active but also deeply enriched her sense of purpose and connection to the natural world.

Throughout the conversation, Mary offers practical wisdom and a healthy dose of humor about aging, resilience, and daring to do something bold later in life. She talks about writing her books to inspire others and how she hopes to encourage people—especially women over 50—to push past limitations and explore their passions, whether that's on a trail or in everyday life. Her story is a vibrant reminder that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself, and that a sense of adventure can be a lifelong companion.

Mary's Info:

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=mary+e+davison&crid=2S3B3P2KPMTYG&sprefix=mary+davison%2Caps%2C192&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_2_12

https://thetrek.co/meet-old-lady-on-the-trail-81-year-old-triple-crowner-mary-e-davison/

https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/mary-davidson-thru-hiking/

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