Are you passionate about the outdoors but feel a disconnect? You’re not alone. For too long, outdoor spaces have lacked diversity, but a powerful movement is changing that. This guide introduces inspiring BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) leaders, groups, and initiatives working to diversify the outdoors and make it accessible and welcoming for all. Feeling excluded from outdoor spaces? Discover how you can support BIPOC-led initiatives and contribute to a more inclusive outdoor community.

A wave of LGBTQ+-led organizations is breaking down barriers and redefining what it means to be queer in nature. This blog post will introduce you to ten incredible groups that are fostering community, promoting inclusivity, and empowering LGBTQ+ individuals to explore the natural world with confidence and pride. Discover LGBTQ+ backpacking trips, queer-friendly rock climbing groups, and more! Why LGBTQ+ Outdoor Organizations are Essential for Inclusivity 🔗The outdoor industry has historically presented a narrow view of what an “outdoorsy person” looks like, often excluding diverse populations from the narrative. LGBTQ+ individuals may face unique challenges in accessing and feeling safe in outdoor spaces, including:

Have you ever felt like an outsider in the great outdoors, as if the prevailing image of who “belongs” in nature doesn’t quite reflect you? For many LGBTQ+ individuals, this feeling is a disheartening reality. The outdoor industry has historically presented a limited and often exclusive view of who an “outdoorsy person” is, leaving marginalized communities feeling unseen and unheard. But a powerful shift is underway. This blog post celebrates LGBTQ+-led organizations that are courageously redefining what it means to be queer in the outdoors, building inclusive safe spaces, and championing a more equitable, diverse, and vibrant natural world.