Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Shilletha
I would love to see more People of Color on the trails. It’s one thing to be a woman but to be a Black Gay woman is a triple threat.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Jen
“My wife and I both felt emotional as we thought how lucky we were to be in this place at this time.” Discover more outdoor diversity.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Shanita
Representation is so important and can be self-affirming, create feelings of belonging and even help alleviate some fears around feelings of acceptance and safety.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Bridget
I think the outdoor industry could provide more role models of stewardship for everyone, particularly LGBTQ+ people. Our public lands need protection, and amplifying all voices is critical.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Zach
We should all feel safe to share our adventures in nature with those we love.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Tori
Show our faces year round in advertisements. Hire us in your companies. Recruit us to be ambassadors for your labels. Host classes/workshops geared towards diversity year round.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Jess
How often do you see an LGBTQ+ person on the cover of an outdoor magazine? How frequently do QTBIPOC couples get featured on sports websites or in guidebooks?
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Jeff
It’s just hard to think that queer folks are outside enjoying the outdoors when you don’t see anyone that looks like you.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Lyla
We need institutional level change and commitments from outdoor organizations – not just performative, surface level actions.
Wild Wanderer Spotlight: Thalia & Ellie
Don’t just use the Pride celebrations to include queer people in your brands as a marketing tactic. Inclusivity is every day.