Coast to Coast on a Horse

Constant Wonder - Radio Archive, Episode 1067

Jun 30, 2021 6:00 pm
52:46 mins

In 1954, when Annie Wilkins' doctor gives her two years to live, she leaves Maine on a horse in pursuit of the Pacific Ocean. And, in 1894, Annie Londonderry shocked the world by setting off on a solo world-wide biking tour.

Episode Segments

Episode Segments

Horseback Cross-Country Trekker Inspires the Nation

41m

In 1954, this 63-year-old woman sets off across the country on a horse.

Around the World on Bike, in Bloomers

12m

A century ago, this young mother caused a sensation by announcing she'd travel the world alone on a bike.