In 1814, Marie walked, stumbled and crawled along the snow-covered ground. She had left her two boys under a makeshift shelter with nothing but a buffalo robe to protect them from the winter weather. Neither the two boys nor Marie had had much to eat in at least six days. Marie had seen smoke in the distance and she thought if she could reach the smoke she and her sons would be safe. But what would happen if this was not a friendly village? Gloria Linkey has vividly brought together the fascinating story of three remarkable Native American women of the 1800's-Sacagawea, Watkuese, and Marie Dorian-whose adventurous lives intertwined. Each took a wilderness journey across the country. Each lived on the edge, loved family and friend, and led the way with wisdom and action. Readers will be inspired by this readable account to journey through life as courageously. Margaret J. Miller, Ph. D., Teacher and Librarian

Gloria Stiger Linkey has been telling the tales of Sacagawea, Watkuese, and Marie Dorion for the past four years. She is a sought-after speaker for groups ranging from elementary schools to the American Association of University Women. An active member of the Pacific Northwest Historians, Gloria continually seeks to spread the word about the vital role Native American women played in the exploration and settlement of the Pacific Northwest. This book is the written version of her talks.