Denise Mitten

An adventure guide since the 1960s. Research nerd. Emerita

[Denise Mitten @outdoormittens]

Lovely to see this out!!

[CABI Health @CABI_Health]

Brilliant to see this new book now available! @outdoormittens @IUSPH

[Terrika @SheKnowsSports]

My one post from yesterday that people SHOULD be talking about.

Drowning rates among marginalized communities are too high for comfort. We are aiming to assist in lowering that number by teaching kids how to swim and providing water safety. You can help us do that ⬇️⬇️⬇️

[Outdoor Afro @OutdoorAfro]

A beautiful day sailing on Lake Superior? Sign me up! 🤩☀️

Don't miss out on the next Outdoor Afro trip near you — download our app to stay up to date & sign up for your next nature adventure.

Hope to see you on the water. 😎

https://t.co/bztmittJGC

[Tonia Gray @tonialgray]

Our latest OE paper @LoriModde https://t.co/YtxjluxKay

[Outdoor Afro @OutdoorAfro]

We are proud to announce Dr. Wednesday A. Jones as the 2025 recipient of Outdoor Afro's Leader of the Year Award!

Thank you Dr. Wednesday A. Jones for your stedfast commitment to connecting Black communities with the healing power of nature!

RSVP: https://t.co/MMXm6JEjwO

[Outdoor Afro @OutdoorAfro]

The winner of this year's Glamp Out Lifetime Achievement Award is Deb Haaland, former Secretary of the Interior and current New Mexico governor candidate.

The honor is ours to recognize her!

#GlampOutGoodies #DebHaaland

[Black People Will Swim @BPWSwim]

There's no expiration date on learning how to swim. Kayla, a recipient of our @OutdoorAfro scholarship, shares why she decided to take her skills to the next level and enroll in the Adult Advanced Beg. class.

Don't delay and enroll today! https://t.co/2PB2HHp7lJ

[Left of Black @LeftOfBlack]

Black Kids Are 2x More Likely To Drown. This Organization is Offering Free Swim Lessons.

@OutdoorAfro, a national nonprofit, is helping families develop water skills and overcome historical barriers.
https://t.co/ioDIAfxJM4

[The Goldman Environmental Prize @goldmanprize]

Welcome back, @RueMapp! 👏🎉

Rue Mapp, a trailblazing leader in the environmental and outdoor community and founder and CEO of @OutdoorAfro, will be hosting the 2025 #GoldmanPrize ceremony in San Francisco. 🌳🥾

Tune in: Monday, April 21, at 5:30 pm PDT on @YouTube.

[Active Policy Solutions @ActivePolicy]

We extend our gratitude to the offices of @RepMaloyUtah, @RepJimmyPanetta, @RepPressley, and the House Natural Resources Committee, led by Chair @RepWesterman and Ranking Member @RepHuffman, for speaking with members of @OutdoorAfro last week.

[Active Policy Solutions @ActivePolicy]

Many thanks to @RepTimmons for meeting with @OutdoorAfro's leaders yesterday to learn about the need to connect more Black Americans to nature, and thanks to the offices of @SenBooker, @SenOssoff, @SenatorWarnock, @SenAdamSchiff, and @RepHankJohnson for also speaking with them.

[Active Policy Solutions @ActivePolicy]

On behalf of @OutdoorAfro we're delighted to thank everyone who attended yesterday's reception. Founder/CEO Rue Mapp presented reps from @RepThompson & @SenAngusKing offices with the Outdoor Champion award for working on policies to enhance Black Americans’ connection to nature.

[Rue Mapp @RueMapp]

"In times of change, uncertainty, and even exhaustion, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The weight of the world’s challenges—whether social, environmental, or personal—can be relentless. But @OutdoorAfro was made for this moment." https://t.co/5xyGdnR97o

[Outdoor Afro @OutdoorAfro]

🚨 We’re hiring! 🚨

We're looking for a Program Coordinator who will support Outdoor Afro's program operations, volunteer leader coordination, and event logistics.

If you or someone you know is ready to make an impact, apply now!https://t.co/08xWuKgQOA

#NowHiring #OutdoorAfro

[Outdoor Afro @OutdoorAfro]

Reflecting on an incredible year of impact, we're asking you to step into #2025 with us by giving.

Your gift:
✊🏾 Teaches Black families to swim
🌿 Equips volunteer leaders
🖤 Grows our 60K+ outdoor network

No gift is too small! Donate now: https://t.co/Vm19wFuLw0

[Tomás Aylward @aylward_tomas]

...now to write some abstracts over the holiday season... Hmmm..@taloeffler @OrlaKelly5 @outdoormittens @sailingintowell @HynesJon @NewWaveAT @MarkFLeather @NealAndersonSSI @JakobFrimann @beamingsimon @Actconn @LaurenLieberma8

[Outdoor Afro @OutdoorAfro]

Too many Black children don’t know how to swim. Outdoor Afro’s #MakingWaves program is changing that—building confidence, joy, and life-saving skills.

Help us teach 500 kids to swim by Dec 31. Donate today: https://t.co/86EIO4BeWn

[Outdoor Afro @OutdoorAfro]

This December, join #OutdoorAfro in making a difference! Your gift supports:

🌲 Black leaders earning wilderness certifications
🏊🏿‍♀️ Families learning to swim
🎣 Access to outdoor activities like kayaking & fishing

Every gift counts this season: https://t.co/DEEKyQSdFW

[Denise Mitten @outdoormittens]

@tonialgray @tonia_gray Yup. I am coming to an end of my time here, too. I really liked Twitter about four years ago. 🌹

[Dr. Nicole Campbell @drsoup09]

Our group is hiring an Experiential Learning Coordinator to support the undergraduate and graduate medical sciences programs at Schulich. This role involves building relationships with community partners and interacting with students.

https://t.co/IOnDO5PYXX

Job ID: 37310

[Melissa & Chris Bruntlett @modacitylife]

Freedom is a combination of e-bikes and great infrastructure. The 80 km round trip from Girona to the sea would otherwise be impossible.

The health benefits of accessing nature cannot be undervalued. It's imperative we find sustainable tools to ensure everyone enjoys this right.