Breaking Trail

Year: 2021

Runtime: 30 mins

Language: English

Director: Jesse Roesler

Documentary

Emily Ford, a 28-year-old Black, LGBTQ woman, embarks on an extraordinary journey to become the first person of color and woman to thru-hike the 1,200-mile Ice Age Trail during winter. Accompanied by Diggins, a borrowed female Alaskan Husky sled dog, she faces 69 days of subzero temperatures, pushing her physical and mental endurance to its limits. Through the challenging trek, a deep bond forms between Emily and her canine companion, while unexpected kindness from strangers highlights a growing movement for inclusivity in the outdoors.

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