Podcasts about black girls hike

The Outdoors Fix is a podcast to inspire you to make the outdoors a bigger part of your life. As there are now more than 60 episodes of The Outdoors Fix, and while I'm working on a new series, I thought I'd help you pick out some of my favourite conversations from over the years with these throwback episodes. In this episode, I'm revisiting my conversation with Carla Khouri. Carla is a qualified mountain leader who's also the course director for Black Girls Hike, a Duke of Edinburgh assessor, paddlesports leader and Merrell Hiking Club organiser. But she lives in London and she used to be a science teacher! Carla is also one of only two black female mountain leaders in the UK and she's on course with her training to be the only black female winter mountain leader. Carla took me to a beautiful park just minutes from her home in London, and we recorded the episode sitting on the grass within sight of a herd of fallow deer. Someone who's unafraid of following her heart, Carla's story left me feeling inspired about having courage to follow your dreams at any age, and the impact of contributing to the outdoors community. The post The Outdoors Fix throwback: Carla Khouri, the outdoors trailblazer appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.

On the first day of 2025, Nuala McGovern explores all things women and walking in this special programme.Comedian and author Miranda Hart joins her to discuss how her battle with chronic illness gave her a new appreciation for getting outdoors and walking, following 10 years out of the spotlight with chronic fatigue.How can getting outdoors and walking impact us? Qualified GP Dr Lucy Loveday has developed a ‘Nature Toolkit' and ‘green prescription' to look at how we can support our mental and physical health by getting outdoors. She joins Nuala alongside Rhiane Fatinikum, founder of Black Girls Hike, to discuss how we can harness the power of nature at different stages of our lives and tackle barriers to getting outdoors.From writer Nan Shepherd to 18th-century poet Elizabeth Carter – women have been wandering and taking inspiration from nature for centuries. Kerri Andrews, author of Wanderers: A History of Women Walking, tells Nuala about the history of walking as inspiration. And musician Fiona Soe Paing joins us to share her latest project – Sand, Silt, Flint – reimagining traditional folk stories using field recordings from the natural world.One of our listeners got in touch to tell us about Blaze Trails – a community with over 70 free parent and baby walking groups across the UK, encouraging mothers to get outdoors and go walking. Their walks aim to help women connect with nature, with their babies, and with other families. Nuala headed to Staffordshire to meet them.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Erin Downes

Content Warning: Mentions of owls Episode Description: Asia Bright, of Black Girls Hike, joins the podcast for Episode 2 to talk about the founding of Black Girls Hike and speaking lifers into existence. In her own words: Born and raised in Baltimore MD, Asia has always had a passion for nature and outdoor adventure. Originally starting with a small group of friends, Asia often led guided hiking tours throughout the DMV to explore its natural parks/attractions, eventually extending to the northeast region and westward to the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. What started as a grassroots effort to bring more black people in her community outdoors to enjoy and participate in outdoor adventures, sparked the Black Girls Hike movement. Black Girls Hike showcases the adventures of black women hiking throughout all areas of the world. Through storytelling content and curated hiking & travel experiences, Black Girls Hike creates a community of black and brown outdoor enthusiasts while diversifying the outdoors. Help us keep making the show: Patreon.com/WeOutHerePod Twitter and IG @TheWeOutHerePod Start learning about whose land you're on and begin taking action by visiting https://native-land.ca/ Check out Black Girls Hike at https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlshike_/ and BlackGirlsHike.net --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weoutherepod/message

Content Warning: Adult Language. Mentions of owls and alcohol use Episode Description: Asia Bright, of Black Girls Hike, joins the podcast for Episode 2 to talk about the founding of Black Girls Hike and speaking lifers into existence. In her own words: Born and raised in Baltimore MD, Asia has always had a passion for nature and outdoor adventure. Originally starting with a small group of friends, Asia often led guided hiking tours throughout the DMV to explore its natural parks/attractions, eventually extending to the northeast region and westward to the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. What started as a grassroots effort to bring more black people in her community outdoors to enjoy and participate in outdoor adventures, sparked the Black Girls Hike movement. Black Girls Hike showcases the adventures of black women hiking throughout all areas of the world. Through storytelling content and curated hiking & travel experiences, Black Girls Hike creates a community of black and brown outdoor enthusiasts while diversifying the outdoors. Help us keep making the show: Patreon.com/WeOutHerePod Twitter and IG @TheWeOutHerePod Start learning about whose land you're on and begin taking action by visiting https://native-land.ca/ Check out Black Girls Hike at https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlshike_/ and BlackGirlsHike.net --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weoutherepod/message

There's an age old adage that Black people don't do the outdoors; hiking, canoeing, skiing etc. Bushra Schuitemaker, a volunteer hike leader at Black Girls Hike UK, joins us today to challenge this narrative. Bushra explains the beauty of the great outdoors, how hiking facilitates social justice, and why Black women should definitely consider hiking for their physical and mental health as well as caring for the environment around them. Check out Black Girls UK here! More information:   Check out our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠.  Follow us on social media @bwisnetwork  We want to hear your feedback! Fill out this ⁠form⁠.  Check us out on this list for Top Women in Science Podcasts on Feedspot - ⁠⁠⁠https://blog.feedspot.com/women_in_science_podcasts/⁠

AJ discusses the ups and downs of hiking while black.  Black Girls Hike Black Women's Groups Find Health And Healing On Hikes, But Sometimes Racism, Too Benefits of Hiking LATEST Poetry Book: Poems to Cry to in the Dark Poetry Book: Love Letters Never Sent To: Myself Follow Me on Twitch Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aj-brown9/support

The Outdoors Fix is a podcast to inspire you to make the outdoors a bigger part of your life. It's hosted by Liv Bolton. Carla Khouri is a qualified mountain leader who's also the course director for Black Girls Hike, a Duke of Edinburgh assessor, paddlesports leader and Merrell Hiking Club organiser. But she lives in London and she used to be a science teacher! Carla is also one of only two black female mountain leaders in the UK and she's on course with her training to be the only black female winter mountain leader. Carla took me to a beautiful park just minutes from her home in London, and we recorded the episode sitting on the grass within sight of a herd of fallow deer. Someone who's unafraid of following her heart, Carla's story left me feeling inspired about having courage to follow your dreams at any age, and the impact of contributing to the outdoors community. Carla shares her tips for lesser-known spots to explore around the UK at the end of the episode, as well as how to start out and secure work if you're interested in becoming a mountain leader, so make sure you don't miss her advice. There's also a minute of the sounds of nature for a little bit of escapism in your busy day. Carla's episode of The Outdoors Fix is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts. It's also embedded below. I hope you enjoy it! Liv x The Outdoors Fix is a podcast produced and hosted by Liv Bolton @liv_outsideuk You can find photos of the guests on Instagram @TheOutdoorsFix The Outdoors Fix book is out now: http://bit.ly/3GJDLJc This episode of The Outdoors Fix is kindly supported by outdoor footwear brand Merrell. Merrell are offering listeners of The Outdoors Fix a 20% discount at Merrell.co.uk (One product per person until 31 Dec 2023) Just use the code OUTDOORS20. The post Carla Khouri: The science teacher turned mountain leader training to be the first black winter ML appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.

Fran is back with a round-up of some news stories that have caught her eye recently!Featuring: - The Cycling World Championships in Scotland- South Asian Heritage Month outdoors- Protect Our Winters report on climate change affecting cycling- Black Girls Hike link up with DofE- Black Tri Tribe TriathlonAnd more! Sign up to the newsletter to find links to all the stories mentioned, extra resources, information about future episodes and more! ontheoutsidepodcast.co.uk/newsletter Share you opinions with us by emailing ontheoutsidepod@gmail.com you can send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can send a voicenote or message via Whatsapp to 07883905336.In an aim to be accessible, we have transcripts for episodes on our website. ontheoutsidepodcast.co.uk/transcriptsYou can support the show on Patreon! All our Patreon money is offered to panellists for their time and expertise. Visit patreon.com/ontheoutsidepodcastCREDITS: Produced by Francesca TurauskisPodcast Art by Sophie NolanSocial Media Assistant is Anesu Matanda-MambingoMusic is Bassbeat by Alex NortonOn The Outside is part of the Tremula Network.

Oge, your friendly neighbourhood hiking girl has been a part of OTO for a while. She loves the outdoors and hiking specifically, when not finding a mountain or hill to climb, she's learning how to swim and spending time with her family. She's also part of an amazing hiking group called Black Girls Hike and has a TedX talk about hiking and the importance of community groups.Join Oge, for an exciting podcast minisode filled with outdoor adventures and inspiring community stories! From ESEA Outdoors UK connecting East/Southeast Asian heritage outdoor enthusiasts, to Muslim Hikers conquering the Welsh coastline, there's plenty going on. Oge also highlights Patagonia's latest campaign to protect our oceans and the alarming marine heatwave off the UK and Irish coasts. Plus, get ready to celebrate National Marine Week and join the movement for marine conservation!Tune in for all this and more on this special episode! Sign up to the newsletter to find links to all the stories mentioned, extra resources, information about future episodes and more! ontheoutsidepodcast.co.uk/newsletter Share you opinions with us by emailing ontheoutsidepod@gmail.com you can send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can send a voicenote or message via Whatsapp to 07883905336.In an aim to be accessible, we have transcripts for episodes on our website. ontheoutsidepodcast.co.uk/transcriptsYou can support the show on Patreon! All our Patreon money is offered to panellists for their time and expertise. Visit patreon.com/ontheoutsidepodcastCREDITS: Produced by Francesca TurauskisPodcast Art by Sophie NolanSocial Media Assistant is Anesu Matanda-MambingoMusic is Bassbeat by Alex NortonOn The Outside is part of the Tremula Network.

Black Girls Hike provides a safe space for black women to explore the outdoors and reconnect with nature. With less than 1% of national park governing bodies being people of ethnically diverse backgrounds, Rhiane has spent several years working to challenge the status quo by hosting nationwide group hikes, outdoor activity days and training events to tackle the lack of inclusion and representation within the industry.Hosted by Bruce BratleyFeaturing Rhiane Fatinikun of Black Girls Hike

This week the Legendary Brew Crew chop it up with Founder of Black Girls Hike Too! (blackgirlshiketoo.com), Stephi The Light. Stephi shares how a low season her life forced her to reflect and be more intentional about what she wanted her life to look like. As a self proclaimed country girl, Stephi was drawn to reconnect to nature by hiking. This awakening not only lit her internal light but spurred the creation of her hiking organization. They also discuss her expedition to Alaska and Black Girls Hike Too!'s upcoming healing retreat in Niagara Falls. This episode features beer from Calvert Brewing, Imprint Beer Co. and Wilmington Brew Works. Grab a Brew and Join the Banter.

On this episode of Build Better Brands, Danielle Clarke is joined by Rhiane Fatinikun, founder of Black Girls Hike, to talk about how things have been going and where Black Girls Hike is going to go in the future.KEY TAKEAWAYSThe idea behind Black Girls Hike was just me wanting to create a space because I wanted to do something for my wellbeing, like taking up a new hobby. But I'd always been involved in community. Exploration into the countryside has never been something that I've done, I always wanted to live in a city, but as I've got older I've started appreciating the countryside more.I dropped out of uni three times because I didn't really enjoy it and I worked in the civil service and doing volunteering part time so I could get into community work, but I was always really conscious that I wasn't doing enough and I wasn't getting to where I wanted to be in life fast enough and I wasn't reaching certain milestones of ages. That was one of the reasons I started Black Girls Hike, I wanted to do something where I felt like I was using my time wisely for my wellbeing and not thinking about doing anything else.It wasn't supposed to be a brand, it was just the name of the group and it became a brand by itself. At the end of the first year we decided to do Snowdon, and somebody said it'd be a really nice idea to make some medals made, but we didn't have a logo so I got one designed on Fiverr just for those medals. But it became the logo that everyone associates with us and it's just so basic! We've needed to update it and our website for ages but it's been me running it on my own while working full time. We tried a rebrand, but I found the calls really difficult because you don't know what you don't know and the stuff they were coming back with wasn't great and I wonder if that was down to me being bad at explaining or them not understanding what I wanted.The outdoors is never marketed to black people, as though they would never go outdoors. That's obviously not the reason, there's loads of different reasons that we've been excluded from the outdoors and it's all ways that systemic racism manifests and creates ‘invisible barriers'. I want us to challenge stereotypes of who the outdoors is actually for because the outdoors is for everybody. I want to make it more accessible, more inclusive, create an environment where our community can really thrive and develop and experience all the benefits od the outdoors that we've historically been excluded from. BEST MOMENTS‘A CIC is a Community Interest Company, so it's a non-profit, everything we make goes back into the organisation to subsidise other activities and help reach more people.'‘It was just supposed to be a really small social group and an opportunity for me to get out explore and meet new people, but because it was on Instagram it grew and got so much more demand. I was forced to grow it, it wasn't the initial plan!'‘Wellbeing's the most important thing. We need to be able to pour into ourselves. So many people are pouring from an empty cup and running on empty because we're in a society that's all about productivity and you always feel like you have to be doing something.'‘The UK is so beautiful. When I was younger all I wanted to do was go abroad but now I'm like: “Let's go to Scotland on holiday!”'ABOUT THE GUESTAfter being inspired by a train journey through the Peak District, Rhiane founded Black Girls Hike to challenge stereotypes and the lack of representation in the outdoors. With no hiking experience herself, she put a call out on social media and Black Girls Hike was born. Since then, they've gone from strength to strength, launching groups nationwide running regular group hikes and outdoor activity days.Audiobook by Etaf Rum: A Woman Is No Man: https://amzn.to/3M2Uybv Website: https://www.bghuk.com/ Instagram: @rhianesworld and @bgh_ukFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bghmcr/ ABOUT THE HOSTDanielle Clarke is a Brand and Marketing Consultant, University Lecturer and Business Owner.Since 2006 Danielle has provided brand design and marketing support for clients including Škoda, Gtech, UK Biocentre, UK Mail and GIRLvsCANCER Danielle is committed to helping brands that want to have a positive impact on people's lives. She spends her time consulting and working with business owners to help them attract and retain their best customers.Insta - @danielleclarkecreative | [https://www.instagram.com/danielleclarkecreative/]LinkedIn - [https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-clarke-creative/]Twitter - @D4nielleCl4rke | [https://twitter.com/D4nielleCl4rke]Email - hello@danielleclarkecreative.com Website: www.danielleclarkecreative.com This show was brought to you by Progressive Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Movement is a central part of (human) life. For some of us, it is fuelled by excitement and represents adventure or freedom. For others, it is fuelled by fear and represents a chance at survival. Regardless of the cause of our movement, we all seek some sort of safe land upon arrival - to live, rest, feed, grow and thrive. Whether that land be temporary or permanent, none of us is exempt from this need. In this episode, we're exploring different forms of movement and investigating how they affect our relationship both with land and with one another. Join us as we speak to Showman, Tyler Hatwell, from Traveller Pride and Diasporan, Sam Siva, from Land in Our Names (LION). ---------- Learn - what do we mean by movement? (5 mins 15 secs) Discuss - Tyler Hatwell, Traveller Pride (11 mins 45 secs) find them on Facebook/ Instagram/ Twitter/ Website Sam Siva, LION - Land in Our Names (49 mins 30 secs) find them on Instagram (personal)/ Instagram / Website Share - what can we all do? (1 hour 40 secs) ---------- Things we mentioned: Donate to Land in Our Names; Donate to Traveller Pride; Rural Idyll Article (Kate Bernstock, Gal-Dem); Traveller representation in the media; Chav Solidarity Book; People to look up - Zakiya Mckenzie, Clare Ratinon, Corrine Fowler, Robin Wall Kimmerer; Wretched of the Earth Organisation; Decolonising Economics; Friends, Family and Travellers; Kinder in Colour; Black Girls Hike; Muslim Hikers; Right to Roam; Landscapes of Freedom; Dale Farm Traveller Evictions; Police Crime and Sentencing Bill's Impact on Traveller's. To discuss what you've listened to or to see more from Untelevised between episodes, head to our website (untelevised.co.uk), Twitter or Instagram (both @untelevised_tv) or write to talk2untelevised@gmail.com Untelevised: The Podcast is a joint platform between Filmanthropy and Revoke CIC. Sponsored by the Lankelly Chase Foundation News and Media Fund. Season 4 is produced in collaboration with the New Economics Foundation and Shared Assets.

Rhiane is on a mission to help black women connect with nature and with themselves through hiking. What started as a simple Instagram post took off, garnering thousands of followers across social media over the past 3 years. Black Girls Hike have been doing amazing work and have since expanded into other outdoor activities including gorge walking, caving, kayaking, abseiling and more.    In this interview we discuss how Black Girls Hike was founded, some of Rhiane's early hiking experiences (some funny stories here!), building a community, the importance of reconnecting with nature, the lack of diversity in the outdoors, and her vision for Black Girls Hike.   If you're a black woman who's interested in going out and exploring the outdoors, somebody that is looking to learn more about building an engaged community, or just looking to hear a very inspirational story then this is definitely the interview for you.   Check it out and don't forget to subscribe to the channel!   1000 Voices is a weekly podcast with a simple mission: to interview 1000 inspirational black Britons. Join us on our journey to 1000!   ———————————————————————— ✉️ Are you or do you know someone with a powerful story that you believe needs to be amplified? Send us an email: hello@1000voicesuk.com

Avian Flu restrictions lifted in Wales but egg farmers struggle in the face of soaring costs of production. We meet the walkers who enjoy notching up the miles as we celebrate long distance trails. And we meet members of the walking group Black Girls Hike, as they explore the coast of the Gower peninsula. No Smoking! - the campaign for smoke-free beaches and the refashioning leather sustainably in Pembrokeshire.

Kelly in her own words:   “I'm passionate about the outdoors, it's a love started from childhood adventure, grew into teenage curiosity, and now is a form of adult stress relief. Fitness for leisure, health, and well-being is more important to me than the competition or the ability to perform well at any one thing. To be, on the go is something I do for me.    My former self trying to be better for my future self. Me vs Me.    I swim in the pool, lakes, and sea, I cycle with TWR, hike with Black Girls Hike and have only started running with Black Trail runners this year.    I try for fun and I try to give my best at each event. I am a beacon of light to get more people into multi-sport events because of representation in the recreational sports and fitness sector.   At school I loved geography, physics, and mathematics. I started working in construction at 14, now having 10 years experience I left my last job as an assistant site manager. I have matured into an enthusiast for the built environment. An inquisitive mind towards, towards all things related to sustainable development.    My undergraduate degree is in Project Management for Construction, my masters in Flood Risk Assessment, Modelling and Engineering and I have full intention to do my PhD in Flood Risk Development and Sustainability.”    New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday and Thursday at 7am UK time - Hit the subscribe button so you don't miss out.    The Tough Girl Podcast is sponsorship and ad free thanks to the monthly financial support of patrons.    Support the mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast and subscribe - super quick and easy to do and it makes a massive difference. Thank you.   Show notes Who is Kelly Smith Being based in Brighton, UK Why adventuring in the outdoors is her passion Moving slowly  Not sleeping well at the moment Weighted blanket Growing up in London and her early years Moving to Brighton at 17 years old Getting into the outdoors The shift from childhood to adulthood Being a weird kid  Her 16th birthday and walking in the rainforest The last day of her A'levels Missing the boldness of her youth Finding the South Downs and falling in love with the outdoors Being a planner Getting into sports and fitness Joining the cycling community and being encouraged to do a triathlon Trying a tri Why it's about how she feels Remembering back to her first triathlon Being impacted by covid How getting outdoors helped with her mental health Working with Swim England as an Ambassador Going after her Summer Mountain Leader Qualification The challenge of getting the training days The costs of travelling around the UK Navigation skills and learning  The Kelly Smith Project - 3 Peaks - 3 Isles Working in the construction industry for 10 years Doing her Masters Filming her documentary and the plan Taking 3 weeks to film the project Being ambitious! Doing B roll in February and filming in April Connect with Kelly Top tips and advice to encourage you to get outside   Social Media   Website: kellysmithonthego.com    Instagram: @kellysmith.onthego   

For this latest installment of our podcast in recognition of Black History Month, WRA's Kandice Cleveland takes over for Brendan as guest host. Kandice spoke with WRA Western Lands Policy Analyst and Rising Routes founder Jason Swann, and Portia Prescott, founder of Black Girls Hike and a new member of our board of directors. The conversation focused on learning more about how our staff and board are working to expand equitable access to the outdoors and ensure a healthy, livable future for all our communities, and about the experiences that led Portia and Jason to work with WRA as well as to launch their own organizations focused on breaking down barriers to the outdoors. Finally Kandice, Portia, and Jason remind us that Black history is being made and celebrated everyday, this month, and every month.

Black Girls Hike RVA was founded in May 2020 by Nicole Boyd and Narshara Cade. These two friends and middle school teachers found joy in hiking and posted their adventures on social media. While on the trails, the two noticed a lack of diversity, especially among people of color.  With a vision and passion for wanting to create a space for women of color to enjoy the outdoors, BGHRVA was born. Based out of Richmond, Virginia, Cade and Boyd lead local and regional hikes for women of color. Recently featured in USA today and CNN stories, Boyd and Cade are working to ensure the outdoors is a safe space for women of color. They hope to grow the business, create a non-profit for underserved youth, and inspire future generations to debunk the stereotype that people of color don't love the outdoors. Facebook     blackgirlshikeRVAInstagram    blackgirlshike_rvaWebsite        www.blackgirlshikerva.com

This episode of The Checkpoint podcast is sponsored by The North Face®. In episode 29, Marcus and Rachel talk to Kelly Smith, adventurer, built environment enthusiast & navigation guide. Kelly holds an undergraduate degree in Project Management for Construction and a masters in Flood Risk Assessment, Modelling and Engineering. Kelly swims in the pool, lakes, and sea, cycles with TWR, hikes with Black Girls Hike and has started running with Black Trail Runners. Kelly hopes to be a beacon of light to get more people from diverse backgrounds into multi-sport events and Kelly also has a big project on the horizon, which we get into on the podcast. Look out for a film coming later this year! Kelly answers navigation questions submitted by members of the BTR community and shares lots of useful tips on map-reading and route-finding. We talk about Kelly's inquisitive mind towards all things related to sustainable development as well as their passion for the outdoors. For more information, make sure to follow Kelly: https://kellysmithonthego.com/ Instagram YouTube Additional links: All the Elements: https://www.alltheelements.co/

Topics covered include being climate conscious as outdoor enthusiasts; using public transport for eco purposes; the new Kernow Way cycling trail in Cornwall; and the #WeTWo polar expedition with Dwayne Fields and Phoebe Smith.Francesca Turauskis is joined by Outside: Our Way creator Ani Patas, Black Girls Hike regional leader Oge Ejizu and endurance cyclist and creator of The Adventure Shed Vedangi Kulkarni.READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT HERE CTA:- Think of one new climate conscious action you can do today- Visit the #WeTwo webpage at teamwetwo.com- Give a bike hire scheme a try to see if you DO like cycling!JOIN THE CONVERSATION:Sign up to the newsletter Email us your thoughts and stories ontheoutsidepod@gmail.com CREDITS:The panel today was Ani Patas, Oge Ejizu and Vedangi Kulkarni Produced and edited by Francesca Turauskis Editing support and Transcript by Jack O'DriscollArtwork by Sophie Nolan Music is Bassbeat by Alex NortonSocial Media by Frankie Dewar Special thanks to our Patreon Support Crew - Wild For Scotland and Sign up to the newsletter to find links to all the stories mentioned, extra resources, information about future episodes and more! ontheoutsidepodcast.co.uk/newsletter Share you opinions with us by emailing ontheoutsidepod@gmail.com you can send a DM on Instagram @OnTheOutsidePod, and you can send a voicenote or message via Whatsapp to 07883905336.In an aim to be accessible, we have transcripts for episodes on our website. ontheoutsidepodcast.co.uk/transcriptsYou can support the show on Patreon! All our Patreon money is offered to panellists for their time and expertise. Visit patreon.com/ontheoutsidepodcastCREDITS: Produced by Francesca TurauskisPodcast Art by Sophie NolanSocial Media Assistant is Anesu Matanda-MambingoMusic is Bassbeat by Alex NortonOn The Outside is part of the Tremula Network.

As lockdowns ease and we're able to get out again we look at groups working to address the under-representation of black and brown people in the outdoors. Over a couple of future episodes, we speak to people who are challenging this.  Louisa and Danny speak to Rhiane Fatinikun. In 2019 Rhiane set up a small walking group Black Girls Hike, which today has thousands of members, providing a safe space for black women to explore the outdoors and reconnect with nature. Find Black Girls Hike here: https://www.bghuk.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bgh_uk/ Support the show (https://act.friendsoftheearth.uk/donate/make-a-donation?_ga=2.1735858.2055361964.1579523061-622360301.1536752803)

As Sheree Mack, your host, chats with Cherelle Harding from the Midlands, this episode covers: Black Girls HIke Creating Steppers UK Public backlash against Black walking groups Working with the Youth and Nature Childhood experiences for a lasting impression Coming to Nature through the arts Health and Wellbeing British Science Week and Research Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Collaborative rather than competition Barriers to walking outside All the Elements Childhood upbringing Future plans Bio: Cherelle Harding is a youth worker from Coventry, Founder of Steppers UK & Midlands leader of Black Girls Hike. Not growing up knowing much about 'The Great Outdoors' Cherelle was inspired to connect with nature through reggae music and school residential trips. Now a full time adventurer, Cherelle is passionate about inspiring underrepresented communities to build positive relationships with the outdoors. Cherelle Harding Founder @Steppers UK GO FUND ME -  Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Challenge Instagram: @SteppersUK Twitter: @SteppersUK Facebook: Steppers UK   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Rhiane Fatinikun takes Clare on one of her favourite walks in the Peak District. Starting in Edale they take in Hollins Cross, Lose Hill and Mam Tor. Rhiane set up Black Girls Hike to provide a safe space for black women to explore the countryside. It’s been such a success that there are now three branches: in the North West, the West Midlands and London. As she tells Clare, it’s a way of building confidence and increasing diversity in the outdoors. It's an exhilarating and challenging walk, made more so by the changeable weather they had on the day... from bright sunshine to snow and strong, biting wind. We started at the main car park in Edale, which is near the railway station (station grid ref: SK 123 853) Producer: Karen Gregor

This episode’s a walk in the park. A national park, that is. Today, we’re stepping off the beaten track with walking group Black Girls Hike, to roam free on the green (and sometimes snowy) hills of the Peak District.The group's founder, Rhianne Fatinikun, takes us back to where she first had the spark of an idea to give black women a space to explore nature together. Now, several years and many walks later, Black Girls Hike is a non-profit organisation that spans the country. Representing ‘more than a walking group’ to its members, Black Girls Hike highlights the power of sharing the things we enjoy most. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Black Girls Hike founder Rhiane Fatinikun recalls a walk through Witton Country Park, Blackburn to the Alfred Wainwright memorial and on how hiking has become part of her life. It's dark and it's muddy, but there's tea and cake to compensate. This podcast was recorded under lock down conditions with each podcaster remembering the sounds, sensations and feelings of their special place. Narration by Charlotte Andrew. Producer: Paul Shuttleworth, Sara Parker and Trevor Aston. Executive Producer: Kathryn Morrison.

My connection with nature began when I was kid. There was nothing else that excited me more than being outside whether it'd be visiting the neighborhood creek with my friends or building makeshift terrariums with my sister to house caterpillar's so we could see them turn into butterflies. It wasn't until  I got older and the responsibilities started to pile up that I began to focus more on “adulting” and spent less time enjoying the nature around me. In 2019, a couple of friends and I randomly decided to go hiking one summer morning at a small trail right outside of Baltimore City. I was hooked! I was instantly brought back to my childhood – outside with my friends. Hiking became the flame to a spark that I always had deep inside of me. I suddenly felt the need to be outside and exploring again. Some of my favorite trails are alongside big rivers such as Niagara Falls, NY and Great Falls, Va. I've recently become obsessed with mountain hikes in areas such as Red Rocks, Colorado. Because of hiking, I am not afraid to seek out new adventures. You never know what you'll get into or where you'll end up.  Asia Bright, Co-founder of Black Girls HikeHome | Black Girls HikeBlack Girls Hike (@blackgirlshike_) • Instagram photos and videosPlease Check Out: Papa Bear Hikes

Meet Jess. She's the creator, director, and CEO of Vibe Tribe Adventures! Vibe Tribe Adventures, formerly known as Black Girls Hike, is a non profit, minority-woman owned, global outdoor and adventure company that was created to encourage black women, men, and urban youth to explore the great outdoors, practice conservation, become educated on environmental science, health, and wellness and to inspire one another to be who they are naturally. In a world where we desperately need more people to fall in love with the great outdoors, Jess and her tribes are doing the work to help bring more people in the black community into the world of outdoor adventure. If you want to support Vibe Tribe Adventures, check out their website here! Please consider donating on a reoccurring basis! Follow Vibe Tribe on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! If you're looking to become an adventure guide with Vibe Tribe and you're a person of color, shoot Jess an email at jess@vibetribeadventures.org While you're at it, make sure to follow the new Camping Out Instagram account! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/daniel-camp7/support

Getting outdoors for a hike or other activities is one of the best things we can do for mind and body. But nature adventures have not always been available to women of color. Denver-based Jessica Newton is changing all that with her nonprofit Vibe Tribe and Black Girls Hike. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Rhiane Fatinikun on Getting Started in the Outdoors, and the Importance of Diversity. In the final episode of Season 1, we meet Rhiane Fatinikun, the founder of Black Girls Hike. Rhiane founded Black Girls Hike in 2019, to provide a safe space for Black women to explore the outdoors. It is now a thriving community, with groups based in the North West, the Midlands and London. In this episode, Rhiane tells us about how she went from having no hiking experience or equipment (and being unable to read a map) to leading a national hiking movement. She also shares her hints and tips on how to create communities and take that first step towards trying something new.   This episode, discover: Why Rhiane's first London meet up didn't go entirely to plan. How she built and expanded a community. How to take that first step towards trying something new. How to overcome self doubt. The power of social media to connect people in real life. Why it's important to take up and created spaces for people to feel like they belong. About racism in the UK and the outdoors community. Why we need to share both negative and positive experiences. How she went from being a beginner hiker to leading a group up Snowdon.  Why you should trust that you will come into your own season. How to deal with negativity. Why to plan to have no plan when you travel. Links mentioned in this episode: Rhiane's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsnotrhiane/?hl=en  Black Girls Hike Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bgh_uk/?hl=en  Black Girls Hike Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bghmcr/ Black Girls Hike Twitter https://twitter.com/ukbgh?lang=en  Tales of a Hiker https://www.talesofahiker.com  Tales of a Hiker Instagram Humans of New York https://www.humansofnewyork.com  Kendal Mountain Festival https://www.kendalmountainfestival.com We Flock Together https://www.instagram.com/flocktogether.world/?utm_source=ig_embed  Mountain Leader Training https://www.mountain-training.org/qualifications/walking/mountain-leader  Moses Gate Park https://www.lancswt.org.uk/our-work/projects/kingfisher-trail/moses-gate-country-park Epping Forest http://www.visiteppingforest.org  JOIN US ON SOCIAL: We'd love to hear what you think of this week's The First Mile and if you've got any suggestions of topics or people you'd like to hear interviewed. Drop us a line on Instagram @AshBhardwaj and @PipStewart or Twitter @AshBhardwaj and @PipStewart.   *Please consider leaving a review if you enjoyed this episode. Thank you!   

My guest in this episode is Oge Ejizu - a hiker and the London regional leader for Black Girls Hike, a walking group for black women. Growing up in London, hiking wasn't something that Oge's family was interested in and as she puts it, she didn't see anyone like her in the outdoors, so she assumed it wasn't for her. But a few years ago, a friend persuaded her to start going on walks together and then took her to Dartmoor. She became hooked on hiking. Oge's now often found exploring London's lesser known green spaces and championing the city as a place where you can still enjoy nature, as well as encouraging other black women to join her hikes and diversify the outdoors. I met up with Oge near her home in Enfield in north London and we went on a 9 mile walk together to Epping Forest - a beautiful ancient woodland on the edge of the city. I live in London too, so this was a lovely local route that I'm definitely going to do again! I wanted to find out more about Oge's outdoors life, how she fits hiking around work as a project manager, how she got involved in Black Girls Hike and why she's thinks the outdoors has had such a powerful impact on her life. The Outdoors Fix is a podcast produced and hosted by Liv Bolton @liv_outsideuk It is proudly supported by Ellis Brigham Mountain Sports – stores nationwide and online offering everything you need to equip you for the best outdoors experience. The post Oge Ejizu: Adventuring in London with Black Girls Hike appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.

Rhiane Fatinikun is the founder of Black Girls Hike, a charitable organisation she set up following a train ride through the Peak District which inspired her to take up hiking. Since her first post on Instagram in January 2019, asking for other black women to join her, her community has skyrocketed. She now has regional groups including London and the Midlands and is providing opportunities for her member to gain mountain leading skills and qualifications. Rhiane is a passionate advocate for increasing representation in outdoor spaces and has spoken widely in the media, highlighting the issues faced by black women in accessing outdoors spaces. In this interview, Rhiane speak openly and powerfully about the challenges she has encountered in becoming an advocate for her community, the benefits she has experienced, the need for psychological safety and what we all need to do to ensure that the outdoors is a more inclusive and welcoming space. Instagram @bgh_ukFacebook Black Girls Hike - UKhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/black-girls-hike-healing-retreats

Vici Fairhurst is a hiker who lives in Manchester and works with 16-19 year olds in care. She discovered a love of hiking in a rather daunting and unusual way. Last year Vici's colleague set her a huge challenge: to get 30 teens and staff, with little or no hiking experience, to the top of Snowdon. That trip sparked an ‘addiction to hiking', as she puts it, and it's had a huge impact on her life. Vici is also a member of the Black Girls Hike walking group based in the Greater Manchester area. The post Vici Fairhurst: How a trip to Snowdon with 30 teens and staff changed her life appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.