Black History Month: Celebrating Black Voices + Leaders Outside
At Outdoor Prolink, we believe in honoring the people and organizations who inspire joy, access, and leadership in the outdoors — especially during Black History Month. We asked our team, friends, and followers who’s making an impact, and while this is by no means a complete list, it’s a start. From storytellers and hikers to community-builders and national nonprofits, here are just a few of the folks showing us what Black joy outside really looks like.
Creators
- Brooklyn Bell (@badgal_brooky)
Skier, mountain biker, and artist inspiring others to carve their own paths outside and beyond. - Earl B. Hunter (@earl.h.hunter)
Founder of Black Folks Camp Too and The Unity Folks, committed to building unity through outdoor experiences and access for all. - Nelson Holland (@fatblackandgettinit)
Inspiring body positivity and inclusion in movement and nature through humor, hiking, and authenticity. - Ann-Marie (@its_ann_calling)
Jamaican angler and outdoorswoman encouraging people to try new things and have fun along the way. - Parker (@kweenwerk)
A self-proclaimed “social media diva” using their platform to educate, advocate, and transform outdoor spaces into more inclusive environments. - Annette Diggs (@yo_annamae)
Nature lover and founder of EDGE Outdoors, an initiative dedicated to inspiring joy, expanding access, and celebrating women of color in snow sports.
Organizations
- Black Girls Run! (@officialblackgirlsrun)
National movement encouraging Black women to make fitness and healthy living a priority through community-based running groups. - Black Outside, Inc. (@blackoutside_inc)
San Antonio-based nonprofit reconnecting Black youth to the outdoors through camps, leadership, and cultural education. - Blackpackers (@coblackpackers)
Colorado-based organization increasing outdoor access and expanding pathways for careers in the outdoor industry. - Diversify Outdoors (@diversifyoutdoors) and Melanin Base Camp (@melaninbasecamp)
Communities of ambassadors and organizations championing diversity in outdoor media, culture, and access. - Outdoor Afro (@outdoorafro)
A national network celebrating and inspiring Black connections and leadership in nature through education, conservation, and joyful community. - The Unity Folks (@theunityfolks)
An extension of Black Folks Camp Too, connecting people of all backgrounds around campfires and common ground in the outdoors. - Vibe Tribe Adventures (@vibe.tribe.adventures)
Adventure sports nonprofit created to encourage individuals and families and urban communities to recreate outdoors.
Black History Month is just one moment to highlight the leaders shaping outdoor culture. The real work is showing up, listening, and supporting these voices all year long.
About the Gear Tester
Kelly Knauf leads the marketing team at Outdoor Prolink. She is a mountain lover, outdoor enthusiast, and professional snack packer. By day she answers emails and writes content, by night she's plotting her next camping trip or snowboarding adventure.
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