We spoke to two amazing women who decided to learn a new sport as adults. Their stories are filled with challenges—from battling self-doubt and physical limitations to navigating spaces where they often felt out of place. But each of them, in their own way, found joy, growth, and community through their new pursuits. Let their stories inspire you to take that leap.
Read MoreEvery year, thousands of thru-hikers embark on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), Appalachian Trail (AT), or Continental Divide Trail (CDT). However, only a select few achieve the coveted Triple Crown by completing all three, trekking nearly 8000 miles across the American wilderness. Here are six Asian American Triple Crown hikers who have defied stereotypes by taking the road less traveled.
Read MoreNature knows no size; so why are most outdoor models and athletes below a U.S. size 16? Historically, the face of outdoor recreation has been limited to white, straight-size people, but this is changing—thanks to the hard work of diverse plus-size influencers.
Read MoreHow far would you go for a new hobby? Would you step off a cliff, dive into the ocean, or fly a canopy off a mountainside? If you’ve said “yes” to any of the above, you might be an adventurous Black woman. Daring, playful, curious, and connected to the natural world—we get it!—you are determined to live life to the fullest.
Read MoreWithin the South Asian community, more and more women are redefining what it means to be outdoorsy. They are breaking records, challenging stereotypes, and writing their own narratives — all while centering community.
Read MoreSophia, 26, is a Guyanese figure skating content creator who gives her viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the life of an adult learner—from first competition jitters to one-foot spins on the ice. And her millions of likes prove that we are all on this journey along with her.
Read MoreIt’s not always about hiking 6+ miles, gaining 1000 ft in elevation, or taking a selfie at the top of a mountain. It’s really about immersing yourself in nature and feeling grounded.
Read MoreStarting a new sport or activity as an adult can be intimidating or downright scary. We worry about making mistakes, getting hurt, and even not fitting in. I interviewed two women of Color who are sharing their skate journeys on social media and was surprised to find out just how accessible roller skating is.
Read MoreThe following Asian women backpackers are using TikTok to inspire others to get outside. Looking for great content to help you get off your phone and on the trail? They’ve got you covered!
Read MoreIn 2019, we first interviewed Afro-Latina surfer Dominique Miller, a standout performer on the APP and WSL, about the joys and challenges of being a self-taught, dark-skinned woman of color in the surfing industry. Since then she has announced a Billabong sponsorship and grown her social media following to over 100k followers.
Read MoreThe ensuing news coverage declared her the breakthrough performance of the world tour. There’s a photo of Dominique: quads tensed, long brown curls flying loose behind her. Goddess like. She ended 2018 as the 5th ranked woman in the world.
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