Hiking convert Alert. I just knew (or thought) it wasn’t my thing. We don’t hike. Truth is, we just didn’t grow up around it. No role models. No representation. No one who looked like me went hiking. So I completely wrote it off. Then I had the chance to join the @blackscottishadventurers back in August 2022 for my 1st hike. Around 76 people on a hike, with the majority being blacks people, who, for most of us, was the 1st time. So it was a no brainer. But most importantly, hiking with @blackscottishadventurers is open to all race and ethnicity. It just brings diversity to the Scottish outdoors and hiking scene, and encourages more black folks to join. But if you don’t feel like hiking alone, and completely beginner and just want a safe environment, when you have someone looking out for you and there’s no pressure to finish fast, then definitely follow the @blackscottishadventurers and join the next trip.
For me, Now am looking at different route, buying better gears, planning more adventurous and planning to push myself at little more each time. So thank you @blackscottishadventurers for introducing us to enjoying to great Scottish outdoor to it’s max.
