Black hikers share challenges & joy in Ohio's outdoor spaces

Black hikers share challenges & joy in Ohio's outdoor spaces

Black hiking leaders in Ohio discuss barriers they face on trails, from safety concerns to lack of representation, and how they're building inclusive outdoor communities.

Finding community through inclusive bird watching in southwest Ohio

Trae Elzy joins "Everybody Birding," a group creating welcoming outdoor spaces for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities in southwest OH.

How a Dayton running club builds community through movement and joy

Gem City Stride brings together mostly Black runners in Dayton, Ohio, twice weekly, creating safe spaces for healing, connection, and personal growth through movement.

How local parks can create spaces for everyone to heal outdoors

Community outreach specialist Sheena Johnson and yoga teacher Tiffany Brown share how Five Rivers Metro Parks wants to build trust and create healing spaces for everyone.

How nature became mental health medicine for two Black men in Southwest Ohio

This episode of WYSO's podcast and radio series, 'We Outside', explores how two Black men in Ohio use nature and movement to support their mental health and find healing.