Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Unpacking exclusivity in outdoor activities Alison Mariella Désir shares how BIPOC find ways to recreate despite the roadblocks in a conversation with North of Seattle Run Club founder Aaliyah Earvin. February 2, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Alison Mariella Désir hits the slopes at Stevens Pass Alison digs into skiing’s segregated history, and instructor Annette Diggs shares her experience carving a path for BIPOC youth in the winter sport. February 9, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir The tranquility of birdwatching in Seward Park Alison Mariella Désir takes to the new activity like a duck to water, watching for bald eagles and wigeons on a walk with birder Armand Lucas. February 23, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Finding comfort while camping at Oregon’s Lake Timothy Alison Mariella Désir didn’t think the activity was for her — until Lestarya Molloy, founder of Fridie Outdoors, showed her it can feel safe and cozy. March 1, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir How Black riders helped protect our National Parks Alison saddles up with Geordan Newbill, president of Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle, to discuss the organization and the history of servicemen of color. March 8, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Diving into healing-oriented BIPOC swimming lessons Chandrika Francis of Oshun Swim School helps Alison face her fears and dip her toes into the water by highlighting its calming powers. March 15, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Riding the waves with Indigenous youth Alison Mariella Désir surfs for the first time on Quinault shores with Warm Current, a camp that shares the sport with young Native students. March 22, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Creating a brave space for BIPOC cyclists Alison Mariella Désir meets with Will Cortez, co-founder of BikePOC PNW, an organization creating space and community for bike riders of color. March 29, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Expedition Reclamation Alison hikes Leavenworth trails with Chelsea Murphy, producer of the documentary film, Expedition Reclamation. February 3, 2023
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Breaking Barriers Alison wades into icy PNW waters to fly-fish with The Black Stonefly, Giancarlo Lawrence. January 20, 2023