Summary

In this episode, Penn Street, the outreach and development coordinator at Navigating Life with Vision Loss, joins host Kim Wardlow to discuss exploring accessibility in the outdoors. Penn shares her love for outdoor activities such as skiing, paddleboarding, camping, and hiking. She emphasizes the importance of having a buddy and using communication tools like Bluetooth headsets or tethers to make outdoor activities accessible. Penn also talks about the Aftersight Audio Trekker's hike and the benefits of exercise and being in nature. The episode concludes with a discussion about the Independence Pass Braille Trail and the upcoming Shine Music Festival.

Takeaways

Outdoor activities can be made accessible with the right tools and support.

Having a buddy and using communication tools like Bluetooth headsets or tethers can enhance the outdoor experience for individuals with vision loss.

Exercise and being in nature have numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits.

The Independence Pass Braille Trail and the Shine Music Festival are inclusive and accessible events worth exploring.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

02:24 Skiing, Paddleboarding, Camping, and Hiking

08:49 Making Outdoor Activities Accessible

25:17 The Aftersight Audio Trekker's Hike

31:13 The Independence Pass Braille Trail

35:20 The Shine Music Festival

Thank you for listening to this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss. If you have any questions, please visit us at aftersight.org and email us at [email protected]. You can also reach us by phone at 720-712-8856. Don't forget to register for the audio trackers hike at www.aftersight.org hike.