An adventure guide since the 1960s. Research nerd. Emerita
Joined December 2013
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Denise Mitten retweeted
#TBT to one of your all-time favorites. Sing along, sisters! 😅
Summer hiatus is almost over… what should I parody next? ⬇️
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We're proud to have received a grant from the @NationalParkFdn to help bring Big Fish to more communities and introduce more Black people to the joy of fishing in our national parks. 🎣 ☀️
Learn more: outdoorafro.org/programs/big…
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We're looking to connect with swim instructors, community centers, local pools, and parks programs helping Black children and families build confidence around water. 🌊 ✨
Learn more or refer a Community Collaborator:
outdoorafro.org/making-waves
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Grab your rods. Call your people. It's time to fish. 🎣
Big Fish is officially back for its third summer, bringing Black families, friends, and communities together in parks and waterways across the country.
Find your place in #BigFish:
outdoorafro.org/programs/big…
#SummerSolstice
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For the third year, Outdoor Afro is preparing to bring communities together for America's largest fishing trip. 🎣
Parks. Waterways. Community. Connection.
Learn more: bit.ly/4auYikf
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My one post from yesterday that people SHOULD be talking about.
Drowning rates among marginalized communities are too high for comfort. We are aiming to assist in lowering that number by teaching kids how to swim and providing water safety. You can help us do that ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Since I have everyone’s attention- my chapter 501 (c)(3) is raising money to sponsor kids swimming lessons. You can Donate via Cash App at $TNFB or via Venmo @terrikafb . Each lesson is $200 and we’re trying to sponsor 5! 😁😁😁
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A beautiful day sailing on Lake Superior? Sign me up! 🤩☀️
Don't miss out on the next Outdoor Afro trip near you — download our app to stay up to date & sign up for your next nature adventure.
Hope to see you on the water. 😎
outdoorafro.org/app/
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Our latest OE paper @LoriModde tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1…
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We are proud to announce Dr. Wednesday A. Jones as the 2025 recipient of Outdoor Afro's Leader of the Year Award!
Thank you Dr. Wednesday A. Jones for your stedfast commitment to connecting Black communities with the healing power of nature!
RSVP: outdoorafro.org/programs/gla…
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The winner of this year's Glamp Out Lifetime Achievement Award is Deb Haaland, former Secretary of the Interior and current New Mexico governor candidate.
The honor is ours to recognize her!
#GlampOutGoodies #DebHaaland
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There's no expiration date on learning how to swim. Kayla, a recipient of our @OutdoorAfro scholarship, shares why she decided to take her skills to the next level and enroll in the Adult Advanced Beg. class.
Don't delay and enroll today! portal.iclasspro.com/blackpe…
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Black Kids Are 2x More Likely To Drown. This Organization is Offering Free Swim Lessons.
@OutdoorAfro, a national nonprofit, is helping families develop water skills and overcome historical barriers.
capitalbnews.org/drowning-di…
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Welcome back, @RueMapp! 👏🎉
Rue Mapp, a trailblazing leader in the environmental and outdoor community and founder and CEO of @OutdoorAfro, will be hosting the 2025 #GoldmanPrize ceremony in San Francisco. 🌳🥾
Tune in: Monday, April 21, at 5:30 pm PDT on @YouTube.
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We extend our gratitude to the offices of @RepMaloyUtah, @RepJimmyPanetta, @RepPressley, and the House Natural Resources Committee, led by Chair @RepWesterman and Ranking Member @RepHuffman, for speaking with members of @OutdoorAfro last week.
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Many thanks to @RepTimmons for meeting with @OutdoorAfro's leaders yesterday to learn about the need to connect more Black Americans to nature, and thanks to the offices of @SenBooker, @SenOssoff, @SenatorWarnock, @SenAdamSchiff, and @RepHankJohnson for also speaking with them.
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On behalf of @OutdoorAfro we're delighted to thank everyone who attended yesterday's reception. Founder/CEO Rue Mapp presented reps from @RepThompson & @SenAngusKing offices with the Outdoor Champion award for working on policies to enhance Black Americans’ connection to nature.
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"In times of change, uncertainty, and even exhaustion, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The weight of the world’s challenges—whether social, environmental, or personal—can be relentless. But @OutdoorAfro was made for this moment." outdoorafro.org/2025/03/outd…
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🚨 We’re hiring! 🚨
We're looking for a Program Coordinator who will support Outdoor Afro's program operations, volunteer leader coordination, and event logistics.
If you or someone you know is ready to make an impact, apply now!cause-capacity.zohorecruit.c…
#NowHiring #OutdoorAfro
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Reflecting on an incredible year of impact, we're asking you to step into #2025 with us by giving.
Your gift:
✊🏾 Teaches Black families to swim
🌿 Equips volunteer leaders
🖤 Grows our 60K+ outdoor network
No gift is too small! Donate now: bit.ly/408Iz5Q
Denise Mitten retweeted
...now to write some abstracts over the holiday season... Hmmm..@taloeffler @OrlaKelly5 @outdoormittens @sailingintowell @HynesJon @NewWaveAT @MarkFLeather @NealAndersonSSI @JakobFrimann @beamingsimon @Actconn @LaurenLieberma8
Great news; a call for papers for an S.I. focused on all aspects of INCLUSION and OUTDOOR LEARNING from @JAEOL_ think.taylorandfrancis.com/s…
