Event co-hosted by You Belong Outdoors -- LGBTQIA2S+ focused, safe and affirming allies welcome!

## Calling all Queer Outdoor Enthusiasts and Curious Explorers! We truly believe every BODY belongs in the outdoors (and beyond) and we want to make nature more accessible and welcoming for all.

Join us for a free event where LGBTQIA2S+ outdoor enthusiasts of all levels can connect, share, and learn together. Bring any gently used outdoor gear or apparel you’d like to swap—or just come browse and take what you need. Alongside the swap there will be ongoing opportunities to practice setting up/taking down various styles and sizes of tents and learning about campfire building & safety. Be sure to stop by and visit our friends with Naturalist For You for some nature based mindfulness activities in the park!

12:00pm - In collaboration with the Venture Out Project, we are facilitating an Introduction To the Outdoors Workshop which covers topics including;
- Know Before You Go: Plan & Prepare your mind, body, and supplies
- Hiking Essentials
- Leave No Trace & Environmental Stewardship Principles

1:00pm - optional .4 mile stroll around the Nature Center Trail to try out your new gear! Trail is ADA Accessible.

We are actively seeking outdoor recreation clothing and gear donations such as:
- outdoor clothing attire & footwear including SPF, rain + weather resistant apparel, shoes, hats etc.
-tents, canopies, tarps, chairs, tables
- sleeping pads, sleeping bags, air mattresses
- cooking stoves and reusable cooking ware
- headlamps, flashlights, solar lights etc.
- environmentally friendly soaps and cleaning supplies
- Hygiene Kits
- Trekking Poles
- reusable water bottles & hydration packs
- multi-purpose camping tools & gear
- other outdoor program equipment
- non-perishable hiking food, snacks, electrolytes, etc.

How to Donate: Attend this event!

Can't Attend? Coordinate donation by emailing River at river@youbelongoutdoors.com