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The Adventure Directory List
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Camp Yoshi
MyOutdoorJoy
Erick Cedeño
We Hike to Heal
WE CLIMB
Black Girls Trekkin
Camp Yoshi
National
Camp Yoshi redefines adventure travel with wellness-focused, gourmet, inclusive eco-trips designed for busy professionals craving connection and comfort
Erick Cedeño
National
Adventurer and historian whose retraced the paths of the Buffalo Soldiers and the Underground RailRoad on bicycle.
WE CLIMB
Tennessee
Climbing
We use climbing as a tool to introduce underrepresented kids to the outdoors
MyOutdoorJoy
Charlotte
scuba,camping,hiking,backpacking , emergency prepping
We provide outdoor education and experiences for people with Zero to intermediate outdoor skills. Our classes and events include Canning, camping, hiking, exploring SCUBA diving and more
We Hike to Heal
Georgia
Camping, Hiking, Community organizer, Outdoor Wellness
An inclusive community that normalizes self-care, creates a sacred space for healing and adventure, and prioritizes the mental and emotional wellbeing of all women. Through guided outdoor activities, we offer our participants a unique and powerful way to experience respite, connection, and community.
Black Girls Trekkin
California
Hiking, general outdoors, Community organizer
The mission of BGT is to provide experiences that inspire Black women to pursue outdoors adventures with confidence, establish connections with one another, recreate on the land with care, and rekindle a deep-rooted cultural relationship with nature.
Outdoor Afro
National
General Outdoors, Community organizing,
Outdoor Afro celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature. Our national not-for-profit organization reconnects Black people to our lands, water, and wildlife through outdoor education, recreation, and conservation. Some examples of Outdoor Afro’s year-round activities range from fishing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and more.
Melanin Basecamp
National
General Outdoors, Resource
So here’s our new goal—to increase the visibility of outdoorsy black, indigenous, people of color, to increase our representation in the media, advertising and in the stories we tell ourselves about the Outdoors.
Black Cotton
North Carolina, South
Farming, Agro-tourism, Black outdoor history
A Black-owned cotton farm with a rich legacy spanning five generations. The company specializes in creating genuine and distinguished home décor, jewelry, and accessories handcrafted from cotton cultivated on their family farm.
Laru Beya Collective
NY, East Coast, Northeast, Tri-State
Surfing, Water Sports
Laru Beya Collective is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to empowering the historically excluded youth of the Far Rockaways through surfing.
National Association of Black Scuba Divers (NABS)
National
Scuba Diving, Water sports
The National Association of Black Scuba Divers (NABS) was established in 1991 by Ric Powell and Dr A. Jose Jones. They were two of the earliest African-Americans to become certified divers, together creating NABS which purpose was to foster camaraderie among African American divers, and to address the unique problems and concerns of the community.
Edge Outdoors
Washington, PNW
Winter Sports,
EDGE Outdoors is a powerful initiative addressing the health disparities faced by Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color (cis, trans, queer) by dismantling systemic barriers to wellness and outdoor recreation, particularly within snow sports.
Black Surfers Collective
California, West Coast
Surfing, Community Organizer,
We offer free all-age surf lessons, family-events, ocean safety education, and activities that are designed to empower all people to rightfully celebrate the beauty Mother Nature has to share with us.
Walker Run Outdoor
Georgia, Southeast, South
Hiking, General outdoors, Camping
Walker Run Outdoor Excursions LC. enhances the time families, friends, and groups spend together by offering exciting outdoor excursions, enjoyable food experiences, and opportunities to create everlasting memories. Our vision is to create a legacy of shared outdoor adventures.
Black Farmers Collective
Washington, PNW
Farming, Community Organizer,
Our mission is to build a Black-led food system by developing a cooperative network of food system actors, acquiring and stewarding land, facilitating food system education, and creating space for Black liberation in healing and joy.
Black to the Land
Michigan
Hunting, Camping, Fishing, Winter sports
Black to the Land is a coalition of Black, Brown, and Indigenous nature enthusiasts, intent on helping our people to actively engage in meaningful outdoor experiences.
Wanderland Campground
Georgia, Southeast, South
Campground, camping
At Wanderland, we believe in the transformative power of nature. Our 72-acre sanctuary on Lookout Mountain, nestled in the heart of North West Georgia, is more than just a campground—it's a haven for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Outlandish
NY, Tri-state, Northeast, East Coast
Organized adventures, hiking, Outdoor Apparel, Gear, Community events
Brooklyn's first hiking store, with a mission to help people reconnect with nature.
Leimert Mountaineering
California, National
Outdoor Apparel, Climbing, Gear
Born in Leimert Park, California, Leimert Mountaineering is a performance outdoor apparel brand for the modern, culturally connected outdoor enthusiast, bridging the gap between culture and outdoor performance.
Blackpackers
Colorado, Rocky Mountains
Group Adventures, Hiking, Camping, Wilderness Training, Outdoor Safety, Climbing, Winter Sports, Swimming
Blackpackers was started in 2019 to address the gap in representation in the outdoors in Colorado.
8 Seconds Rodeo & Photobook
Oregon
Photography, Black Rodeo, Cowboy culture, Community Events
Eight Seconds" is a multifaceted project by photographer Ivan McClellan that celebrates Black cowboy culture through both a photobook and a rodeo event.
Ivan B. McClennan
Oregon
Photographer, Storyteller, Black cowboy photographer, Black Rodeo organizer
Ivan McClellan is a photojournalist and designer based in Portland, Oregon. His work reveals marginalized aspects of black culture and challenges broad assumptions and myths about racial identity in America.
Krissy Mae Photography
Arizona
elopements, small weddings, adventure sessions(couples portrait sessions) boudoir sessions
I help couples document and celebrate their love their way
Clouds Glamping
Puerto Rico
Glamping, regenerative agriculture, sustainable tourism
We are a luxury glamping site on a regenerative farm. We offer an amazing connection with nature and escape in the mountains of Puerto Rico
Wherewouldwillgo
Maryland
Overloading, sailing, camping, travel, survival, writing
I'm an outdoor enthusiast with a variety of skills including camping in 20 different countries
Rock Rose Blog, LLC
Washington
Climbing/Guiding
A consulting company specializing in climbing, people of color, policy, and guiding. I offer a number of consulting services.
Adventure Outpost Glamping Ranch
California
CAMPING/GLAMPING CAMPSITES
We host a camping/glamping campsite on Hipcamp
North of Seattle Run Club
Washington
Running/ Walking
North of Seattle Run Club is a free social running group. We meet on Wednesday nights 6:30pm at McCollum Park for 3 miles or less
Major Taylor Iowa
Iowa
Cycling
We have weekly group rides and occasional pop up rides. We also travel to ride with other Major Taylor cyclists from other states. We also have a youth club called Next Generation riders.
SharInNature
Maryland
Nature walks, Bird watching, Storytelling, Community Engagement, Guest Speaker
I offer guided nature hikes (including species identification with participatory science apps), and presentations on hidden figures of African Americans in conservation/outdoor recreation throughout history.
Oshun Swim School
Seattle, Washington
swimming and water connection
Healing centered and trauma-informed swim experiences for Black women and other folks of color.
EDGE Outdoors
Washington State
Skiing/Snowboarding
Snowsports scholarships for Black, Indigenous, and Women of Color
The Urban-Woods Initiative
Washington State
Bird Watching & Ornithology
Nature, environment, through birds in urban & outdoor spaces
Peace Peloton
Seattle
Cycling
Fresh Air is an inclusive, all-levels, no-drop cycling event that brings riders together to support Black-owned businesses. This community-focused ride promotes wellness, unity, and economic equity by exploring local neighborhoods and intentionally uplifting Black entrepreneurs. It’s more than a ride—it’s a movement to strengthen communities.
Out and Back with Alison Mariella Désir
Washington
storyteller, hiker, trail runner
I'm the host of a PBS show that tells the stories of BIPOC in the outdoors.
Selema Masekela
California
Surfing, Snowboarding
I work to create more community within the surf and snowbaording communities for underrepresented and marginalized people.
Paddle for peace
California
Water sport , surfing , snorkeling. Kayaking, swimming, paddle boarding , beach days
Non profit dedicated to diversifying the coast through water sports and beach play
A Great Day in the Stoke
California
Surfing competition, surf lessons, beach yoga, 5k run/walk and double-dutch
We are the largest gathering of Black surfers in history. Our goal is to increase the number of Black competitive surfers across the African Disapora.
Chris Waldhaus
California
Natural Horsemanship
Rescue, Rehabilitation and Sanctuary for American Wild Horses
DEI Outdoors
Massachusetts
coaching, consulting, hiking,
DEI Outdoors partners with organizations & individuals to increase belonging in the outdoors. We provide services like coaching, consulting, outdoor programming, assessments, and workshops.
The Streets is Cawing
Georgia
Birding/Birdwatching
Birding for everybody that's Black.
Outside with Recess Village
North & East Coast
Adventure Excursions
We are a team of passionate outdoor enthusiasts who love creating memorable experiences and atmospheres for Black and underrepresented adventurers. Whether it's a relaxing day at the beach, an exciting hiking adventure, or a serene camping trip, we strive to provide opportunities for you to connect with nature and explore the great outdoors.
Tulsa Pack Athletics
United States
Dog training
Tulsa Pack is the world’s largest dog training cooperative, providing free and low cost education to owners all over the world.
Adventures with Brandon
Georgia
hiking, cycling, mountain biking atvs
I help organize local hikes, bike rides, and community meet ups at the mountains in the area. I'm always outdoors and love helping make our people feel safe outside.
Blackhaven Ranch
Midwest
Homesteading, Food Security, Outdoors
We offer Alternative Solutions to Urban Oppression.
Milton Hill Outdoor Education
Peterborough, Ontario
Outdoor Education
Hi, I love helping people to be build the confidence and skills needed for the outdoors.
The Joy Trip Project
Wisconsin
Outdoor Recreation Journalism
I report on outdoor recreation and environmental conservation
Tiffany Tharpe (Co-Founder of Black Girls Trekkin)
California
hiking, exploring, trying new things
I am a Black outdoor adventurer who opts outside to explore and recreate on our beautiful planet while inspiring other women of color to get outdoors.
Hoods to Woods
New York
Snowboarding
Hoods to Woods introduces youth in disadvantaged communities to the outdoors through snowboarding
Girls Fight Back by Nicole Snell
Nationwide
personal safety, violence prevention, boundaries, empowerment
We teach women and people of all genders how to stand in their power, use their voice and manage their safety from a place of empowerment! Using evidence-based violence prevention skills that encompass a range of verbal and physical self-defense strategies, we have helped millions of people to be their own best protector. You are worth fighting for
Nicole Snell
Nationwide
personal safety, self-defense, solo adventures, Empowerment
I teach a range of verbal and physical personal safety and self-defense skills to empower individuals, especially solo adventurers, with the skills to manage their safety in the outdoors and beyond. We can shrink our fear without shrinking our world and these skills are crucial to allowing us to walk through the world with confidence!
BlackHikersExplore
New Jersey
hiking, biking, camping, swimming,
Hike leader for groups of adults and parent/caregiver and child.
Melanated Campout
Georgia
Camp, Hike, Fish, Yoga, Adult Field Day
Melanated Campout offers a unique camping experience that blends adventure, relaxation, and cultural connection for people of color. We provide a weekend filled with fun activities (yoga, fishing, hiking, adult field day, Campfire conversations, themed night parties and more) , empowerment sessions, and opportunities to connect with nature while ca
Outsiders NJ
Newark, New Jersey
group hiking, climbing and more.
We are a Black and Latino run organization offering group outdoor activities to promote confidence in the outdoors .
Outdoorsy Diva
Florida
Water activities,landscape photography, soft adventure,
Inspire Black women to embrace travel and nature as therapy and step out of their comfort zones.
Herp Hero Wildlife Foundation
Maryland
Wildlife Conservation
As a wildlife foundation we stand to educate the public on global conservation initiatives with organizations across the planet.
Joshua Walker (@joshyoutrippin)
California
Hiking & Backpacking
I am are a black gay outdoor content creator who is passionate about promoting diversity in the outdoors. Through my content, I aim to raise awareness about the importance of inclusivity and representation in outdoor spaces.
Sofly Surf school
Southern California
Surf therapy
We offer stretching breathi work and surfing
Atabey Outdoors
Arizona
hiking, climbing, camping, paddle boarding, biking, All outdoor adventures
Provide outdoor adventures that are beginner friendly and easily accessible, as well as engaging for BIPOC girls ages 8-12 and their families.
Negus In Nature
Northern California / Atlanta
Climbing, hiking, camping, swimming, ice climbing
Empowering the Children of the African Diaspora (COTAD) communities and their allies to reclaim their connection with nature and become leaders in environmental justice.
Black Girl Environmentalist
National
Black Girl Environmentalist is a national organization dedicated to addressing the pathway and retention issue in the climate movement for Black girls, women and gender-expansive people.
Black Surf Santa Cruz
California
Surfing, Outdoor Recreation
Increase coastal recreational access, offer free surf lessons, spread joy and education, host events.
Colour The Trails
Canada (Nation Wide)
All possible outdoor activities from hiking, to mountaineering, to windsurfing, to mountain biking, to skiing and beyond
We offer community events and mentorship programs on trails, waves, and slopes in Alberta, BC, Ontario, and Quebec year round
AfroForagers
Maryland
Foraging wild food and medicine
I share educational information about different edible and medicinal plants and mushrooms in my region. I also love to highlight the benefits of foraging- especially for the Black community
Nashville Black Wellness Collective
Tennessee
Hiking, walking, outdoor yoga and meditation, kayaking, horseback
Nashville Black Wellness Collective is where community, wellness, and culture collide for dope experiences. From hiking to yoga to fitness classes in local studios, and even global retreats from Costa Rica to South Africa, we're here to make wellness accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
Sunday Grounding
East coast - DE/PA/NJ/MD/ VA/NC West Coast : CA/ AZ/UT
Hiking, cycling, meditation, sound bowl healing, breath work
Sunday Grounding is a black woman owned organization which facilitates outdoor small group somatic experiences. Crafting intentional spaces for individuals to ground and rejuvenate themselves and regulate nervous systems through the healing power of nature.
Juneteenth Idaho
Idaho
Community organizer
Our mission is to provide resources and support to Juneteenth celebrations across the state and to promote the historical significance of Juneteenth as a holiday that celebrates Black liberation and freedom.
24.7Hunt
Georgia
Hunting
We offer an insight in what it looks like to duck hunt.
SOOFA Ranch
Georgia
Recreational Horseback Trail Riding, Equine Assisted Therapy, Horseback Riding Lessons
At SOOFA Ranch, our vision is to create a welcoming environment where individuals from underserved communities can learn, grow, and heal. We believe in the transformative power of horses and our professional facilitators to help our clients realize their full potential and improve their emotional and mental health.
Offgrid Homestead Fam
New Mexico
Offgrid Living, Prepping & Survival
GETTING YOU OFFGRID & MORE PREPARED
Hike + Heal
PA, NJ, DE, NY
Hiking, outdoor recreation, wellness events and retreats
Hike+Heal is a women’s hiking hive offering healing hikes to increase overall wellness: physically, mentally and spiritually. This hive was founded in 2019 to build a community of women who want to prioritize their self-care.
Camping Noire
New Jersey & Tri-State Area
Camping, Hiking, Kayaking, Adventure
Camping Noire is dedicated to curating immersive nature experiences for women of color, promoting adventure, sisterhood, wellness, and increasing representation in natural spaces.
David Mesfin Art LLC
California
Creative Director, Director, Producer
An independent creative and producer of Wade in the Water documentary. Strive to produce purpose driven projects.
livingthemccrayway
National
Rving,camping, hiking, exploring new states/ cities
A family of 6 living life on our terms encouraging more of our people to find their way while showcasing that the outdoors is for all.
Gangstas To Growers
Georgia
ecological/environmental sanity
Empowering formerly incarcerated young adults through agriculture, money, and love.
Black Kids Adventures, Inc
Alabama
Family based outdoor and nature based adventures
Black Kids Adventures s a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational and recreational opportunities for Black & Brown families through outdoor adventures and cultural exploration. Our mission is to expose, educate ‘&empower our families as they connect to each other and the outdooors.
Melanin & Moss
Washington, DC
Camping, outdoor cooking
A Black Queer Camping Collective merging the connection to the beauty of outdoors and the unique experiences of being blk, female & queer
EB Outdoors
Colorado
Horseback riding, horse training, horse riding lessons, trail rides
We focus on horsemanship riding based experiences in northern Colorado, meant for all!
Brown Folks Fishing
Colorado
Fly-fishing, environmental education, wildlife biologist
Fly fishing for kids and families and luxury guide service
Chado Creative
Oregon
Backcountry travel Photography , Filmmaking, storytelling, Branding
An award-winning documentary-adventure photographer, filmmaker, and conservationist, Navy Veteran Chad Brown is the founder/president of non-profits Soul River, Inc. and Love is King. In addition, Chad’s latest efforts include outdoor adventure travel, threatened wild spaces, and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities. Through his projects, he connects the public to endangered lands, capturing the true essence of their peoples in moments of passion and the indomitable human spirit. Utilizing striking documentary portraits, photographic exhibitions and film, Chad also advocates for social and environmental justice.
Love is king
Oregon
Creating Outdoor leadership Advocacy experiences.
Love is King (LIK) was created to be part of the solution, to dismantle hate, bigotry and racism in the outdoors for Black communities and all historically marginalized groups. LIK works with BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) communities to provide conservation leadership training opportunities to give black community leaders a voice and a platform to share their voice. LIK aims to address the lack of BIPOC representation in advocacy efforts centered around environmental justice issues, and break down barriers to safe, equitable access to nature for BIPOC communities by engaging and building power behind the skills and voices of black leaders in environmental advocacy for our public lands, wildlife and indigenous communities within the conservation sector.
Peace in the Wild
Georgia & Wisconsin
Outdoor Recreation
Peace in the Wild (PITW) is a community-based organization whose mission is to increase Black participation in outdoor recreation on both land and water while fostering holistic environmental stewardship. We organize monthly educational adventures that span from kayaking to rock climbing to surfing.
Our Parks Too!
Maryland
National Parks
Exploring the 400+ units of the National Parks system including National trails, seashores, historic sites, waterways, monuments, and more.
Cascade Trails Mustang Sanctuary
California
Horseback Riding, Glamping, Camping, Outdoor Recreation
Cascade Trails Mustang Sanctuary in Joshua Tree, CA, is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of wild mustangs. The sanctuary provides a natural and safe environment where these majestic horses can thrive.
Nicole Snell, Girls Fight Back & Outdoor Defense
California
personal safety, self-defense, solo adventures
I teach a range of verbal and physical personal safety and self-defense skills to empower solo adventurers with the skills to manage their safety in the outdoors and beyond. These skills are crucial to allowing us to walk throgh the world with confidence and live without limits both in the outdoors and beyond!
Blackpackers
Colorado
Outdoor Education (WFR, WFA, CPR/First Aid), Camping, Skiing/Snowboarding, Climbing, Hiking, Swim Lessons, etc.
A 501(c)(3) Organization offering free or subsidized programming in outdoor recreation and outdoor education to systemically underserved communities in Colorado.
Brittany Leavitt
New York, East Coast
Climbing, Backpacking, mountaineering, Gardening, Outdoor Black History,
1. Run a national Non-profit ( Brown Girl Climb.) 2. Public speaker 3. Model 4. Teach: Wilderness First Aid, Climbing, Backpacking, and LNT, and how to organize...
Brown Girls Climb INC
National
Climbing, Outdoor History, Mentorship, Outdoor Education.
We offer virutal and in-person educational meetups. We host outdoor workshop and stewardship days. We offer on a light basis consolation with organizations and brands around JEDI work
HAPBe! Adventures
Virginia
Hiking, international travel, adventure travel
HAPBeAdventures.com is your go-to for unique and immersive trekking experiences that connect you with nature and celebrate diversity. Discover detailed itineraries, inspiring stories, and everything you need to set off on unforgettable adventures that highlight both the journey and our shared love for exploration.
Robel Fessehatzion
California, West Coast
Landscape photography
Robel Fessehatzion is a self-taught African-American photographer whose work focuses on American West landscape and environmental portraiture.
Chrisha Favors
Oregon, West Coast
Chrisha is an educator, land steward, gardener, forager, naturalist, and homesteader of her 13-acre property based in Eugene, Oregon.
Soul Trak
DC, East Coast
We offer year-round outdoor programming for black and brown residents in the DMV area. Our programs build technical skills and certifications to rising diverse outdoor leaders
Boheme Retreats
New York, Northeast
Boheme Retreats, as a glamping brand, is dedicated to promoting outdoor experiences for BIPOC individuals through reimagining the traditional RV experience.
Nia Brinkley
Colorado, Rocky Mountains
Snowboard lessons at Steamboat Resort
@itsnotiqbruh
Georgia, South
Gabriel Rudd, known digitally as ITSNOTIQBRUH, is a social media content creator and media manager specializing in social and environmental advocacy. He has successfully launched and scaled a vibrant social media community with over 100,000 followers, collaborating with major global brands like Adidas, H&M, and Target to create high-quality content featured in international campaigns.
Ugogurl Productions
California, West Coast
i offer inspiration and information on how to navigate mother earth
Patrick Kasele
Georgia, South
(RE)connect Africans to Nature through hiking and other nature-based activities.
Blk Out Fest
Tennessee, South
The Blk Out Fest is a climbing + outdoor festival centering and celebrating Black excellence in rock climbing.
Sunflower Collective Outdoors
Kansas, Midwest
Sunflower Collective Outdoors is a group focused on wellness and outdoor adventure. We organize yoga, meditation, sound healing sessions, and outdoor adventures, both locally and internationally.
Black Girls Trekkin
California, West Coast
I am a Black outdoor adventurer who opts outside to explore and recreate on our beautiful planet while inspiring other women of color to get outdoors.
Lizelle Jackson
California, West Coast
I am passionate about getting more BIPOC and Queer folks into the outdoors! I offer surf lessons, mountain bike lessons, camping trips, tour guide services and group hikes.
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