South Pole or Bust!

Posted December 29, 2010, 4:05 pm in Extreme

We've just learned that one of our favorite explorers is about to head out on her next adventure!

(Image courtesy: www.barbarahillary.com)

In 2007, at the age of 75, Barbara Hillary became the first African-American woman to reach the North Pole on skis. The Queens native says when she learned an African-American man had reached the top of the world but a woman hadn't, she knew she wanted to be the first.

Her amazing accomplishment came on the heels of her battle against cancer.

Now, she's ready to make history again. On Jan. 6, 2011, she's going south, setting her sights on the South Pole. If she makes it, she'll become the first African-American woman to reach both the North and South Poles.

When Barbara called us to share her exciting news, she told us she's ready, willing and able to answer questions from you about her expeditions and her inspiring life story.

(Image courtesy: www.barbarahillary.com)

Just leave a comment on this page, and we'll stay in touch with Barbara as she prepares to make history again!

Click the play button below to listen to our 2007 interview with Barbara about her perilous trip to the North Pole. And click here to check out her website and stay updated on her adventures.

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