Today we’d like to introduce you to Asia Bright.
Hi Asia, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My connection with nature began when I was a kid.
There was nothing else that excited me more than being outside whether it be visiting the neighborhood creek with my friends or building makeshift terrariums with my sister to house caterpillars so we could see them turn into butterflies.
It wasn’t until I got older and the responsibilities started to pile up that I began to focus more on “adulting” and spent less time enjoying the nature around me.
In 2019, a couple of friends and I randomly decided to go hiking one summer morning on a small trail right outside of the city. I was hooked! I was instantly brought back to my childhood – outside with my friends.
Hiking became the flame to a spark that I always had deep inside of me. I suddenly felt the need to be outside and explore again. Some of my favorite trails are alongside big rivers such as Niagara Falls, NY, and Great Falls, VA. I’ve recently become obsessed with mountain hikes in areas such as Red Rocks, Colorado.
Because of hiking, I am not afraid to seek out new adventures. You never know what you’ll get into or where you’ll end up.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Our biggest obstacle is getting the word out and extending our reach to those who don’t know about us yet.
We hear a lot of stories about how people want to get out into nature and hike but don’t have anyone to do it with. We want to make hiking fun and accessible to all.
Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Black Girls Hike?
Black Girls Hike showcases the adventures of black women hiking throughout all areas of the world.
Through storytelling content and curated hiking & travel experiences, Black Girls Hike creates a community of black and brown outdoor enthusiasts while diversifying the outdoors.
Any big plans?
We want to plan a hiking excursion in Africa – specifically Tanzania and/or Kenya. We want to take BIPOC all over the world and experience all that nature has to offer.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.blackgirlshike.net
- Instagram: @blackgirlshike_
- Twitter: Black Girls Hike
Image Credits
@blackgirlshike_
