Rue Mapp spent her youth swimming in creeks and playing on her family’s ranch in California. As she got older, Rue explored new ways to get outside and enjoy nature, but she didn’t see many other Black people in the outdoor spaces she loved. In 2009, she started a social enterprise called Outdoor Afro. In 2015, Outdoor Afro became a national not-for-profit that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature. Now, Outdoor Afro, Inc. is releasing a clothing line in collaboration with REI Co-op that honors the history of Black people in the outdoors and celebrates Black joy.

Shop – Outdoor Afro Inc. + REI Co-op Hike Collection

Connect with Rue:

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter 

Resources:

• Outdoor Afro Website
• Outdoor Afro Instagram

Listen and Watch:

• "Made Together" Video
• Rue Mapp’s 2018 episode

Episode sponsors:

• Teva
• Sonos

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