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Have you ever hostelled in America? You probably have Isabel Monroe Smith to thank! As we celebrate nearly a century of hostelling in the United States, we thought it was time to look back at the woman who helped start it all and the lasting impact of her vision. Isabel Smith’s story is full and lasting. To learn more about The Knapsack (AYH’s quarterly publication), Isabel’s children climbing Mount Fuji, and the history of HI USA, visit the HI USA blog! (fb)