

How the Outdoors Inspired Women to Become Trailblazers
Feb 21, 2025
Harvard historian Tiya Miles discusses how girls in the outdoors become trailblazers, drawing on her research on historical women who found self-understanding in nature. She explores themes of material culture, resilience, and empowerment, emphasizing the transformative power of nature on personal growth and societal change.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Lives of Three Historical Women and Material Culture
01:56 • 3min
Rose's Legacy: Ashley's Sack
04:55 • 20min
Engaging Discussion on Historical and Personal Narratives
25:12 • 2min
Exploring Liberation Narratives Through Historical Figures
27:24 • 17min
Exploring the Complex Story of Saka Jouya in the Lewis and Clark Expedition
44:05 • 3min
Empowerment through Nature: The Eco-Girls Journey
47:21 • 8min