Before they dip a single paddle into the water, the Hudson Bay Girls are already making waves. In Part 1 of this special two-part episode, we sit down with the all-female team preparing for a 1,200-mile canoe expedition tracing the historic Voyageur Fur Trade route to Hudson Bay. We dig into the origin story of this bold idea, their mental and physical prep, and what it means to take up space in the wilderness as young women. From microaggressions on trail to the legacy of Girl Scout camps, these adventurers share how community, conservation, and courage are fueling their journey. This isn’t just a paddle trip — it’s a powerful act of reclamation, resistance, and hope.

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Where can I find out more about the Hudson Bay Girls?

Here is the link to our website: https://www.hudsonbaygirls.com/

Here is a our link to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hudsonbaygirls/

Here is our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hudsonbaygirls

Here is the Save the BWCA Take Action website page: https://www.savetheboundarywaters.org/ACT25

And here is the link to our GoFundMe: 

https://gofund.me/48ba1f4f

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