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Podcast #24 - Earl B. Hunter Wants to See More Black People Camping—Here’s Why!

His company, Black Folks Camp Too, aims to educate, inspire, and inform the Black community about camping and outdoor activities.

BLACK FOLKS CAMP TOO (Website)

Podcast discussion points:

  • Origins of the company and how it got started

  • Why Black Americans have fear and trauma of the outdoors

  • How “Black Folks Camp Too” is educating the outdoor and camping industry

  • Speaking honestly about camping and racial issues

  • Why camping is viewed as a “White folks” activity

  • Health and spiritual benefits of camping and outdoor activities

  • Misconceptions about camping—expenses, danger, types of campgrounds

  • Identifying safe spaces for Black folks who want to avoid racism

  • Basic rules and behavior for Black campers

  • What happens to Black folks (spiritually, mentally) during their first camping trip

  • Steps for joining the camping community

  • Why Black parents should get their children involved in camping and outdoor activities