Women of Color Going Backpacking? Oh Yeah!

Click here to read Oakland Local blog from CB Smith-Dahl as she shares her personal connection to natural spaces, and why it’s important to support Balanced Rock in providing the unique chance for women of color to connect with the outdoors on their own terms. Thanks also to Outdoor Afro for sharing the blog with their community!CB Smith-Dahl (aka Ms. Smitty B) is an award-winning filmmaker, photographer, and educator who has always put the community at the center of her work. In 1997, she founded Community Bridge Video. As Oakland Local’s Community Media Manager, she creates new media content for the site. Her work with Oakland Local Academy teaches and engages youth and community members and organizations in useful media skills.