Let's Go Birding (BIPOC Community)

5300 North Marine Drive,Portland OR 97203

14 May, 2022

Description

Let's Go Birding with Samantha DeJarnett (Always Be Birdin') for a birding excursion for Portland’s BIPOC community! Join Snow Peak and Samantha DeJarnett for a birding excursion for Portland’s BIPOC community. This activation will create a space for people of color to safely enjoy the outdoors and learn about birding. Here at Snow Peak, we belief that time spent in nature has the power to heal, cultivate happiness and build connections. Snow Peak seeks to restore humanity by gathering people to experience the rhythms of nature. BIPOC community groups foster connections among like-minded people, affirming for outdoor enthusiasts of color that they belong there too. Through community gatherings in the presence of nature, we strive to create a healing, safe, and educational environment for Black, Indigenous and People of Color. About Samantha DeJarnett: Sam DeJarnett is a birder of 4 years and the creator/host of The Always Be Birdin’ Podcast, a podcast that provides platforms for Black, Brown and Indiginous birders and conservationists. The podcast uses the lenses of Critical Race Theory to challenge the narratives of birding and conservation and pushes for innovative ways to dismantle the pillars of racism these fields are built upon. Recently, she has started Always Be Birdin’ Eco Tours which exists to take Black, Brown and Indigenous individuals and groups out for intentional birding experiences. Sam's motto is simple : "We bird as joy. We bird as protest. We bird as a community. We bird for collective liberation. And no matter who you are or where you are, you can Always Be Birdin'." If you do not identify as a BIPOC person, we kindly ask you to support our efforts in diversifying outdoor spaces and join us for the open community birding event on (5/15). Please RSVP to reserve your spot.