Louisville-based Black Azz Camping is introducing the outdoors to Black adults and children. Postindustrial talks to its founder about reconnecting Black communities to the land.
Brittiney Griffin is a community leader, program developer, and advocate for Black liberation through nature, education, and sustainability. As the founder of Black Azz Camping, she creates culturally immersive outdoor experiences—group hikes, wellness retreats, and an annual camping trip.
Griffin also leads Junior Black Campers, a youth mentorship program teaching outdoor survival skills, leadership, and emotional wellness…