Summary In this episode, Penn Street, the outreach and development coordinator at Navigating Life with Vision Loss, joins host Kim Wardlow to discuss exploring accessibility in the outdoors. Penn shares her love for outdoor activities such as skiing, paddleboarding, camping, and hiking. She emphasizes the importance of having a buddy and using communication tools like Bluetooth headsets or tethers to make outdoor activities accessible. Penn also talks about the Aftersight Audio Trekker's hike and the benefits of exercise and being in nature. The episode concludes with a discussion about the Independence Pass Braille Trail and the upcoming Shine Music Festival. Takeaways Outdoor activities can be made accessible with the right tools and support. Having a buddy and using communication tools like Bluetooth headsets or tethers can enhance the outdoor experience for individuals with vision loss. Exercise and being in nature have numerous physical, mental, and emotional benefits. The Independence Pass Braille Trail and the Shine Music Festival are inclusive and accessible events worth exploring. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:24 Skiing, Paddleboarding, Camping, and Hiking 08:49 Making Outdoor Activities Accessible 25:17 The Aftersight Audio Trekker's Hike 31:13 The Independence Pass Braille Trail 35:20 The Shine Music Festival Thank you for listening to this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss. If you have any questions, please visit us at aftersight.org and email us at [email protected]. You can also reach us by phone at 720-712-8856. Don't forget to register for the audio trackers hike at www.aftersight.org hike.