BIPOC Outdoors Summit
Monday, July 27 - Tuesday, July 28, 2026
This summit aims to bring together BIPOC and allies from Michigan, the Midwest and beyond to collectively share best practices in facilitating BIPOC-centered spaces in outdoor recreation, environmental justice and conservation movements. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from keynote speakers, panelists and each other about best practices in grassroots movements that are helping to strengthen the relationship of BIPOC communities and Nature.
BIPOC Outdoors Rest Retreat
Wednesday, July 29 - Friday, July 31, 2026
This rest retreat is for communities who are underrepresented in environmental justice professionals and community leaders at risk of burnout from combating racial and climate injustice. This three day retreat will offer a selection of several optional low-medium intensity activities for attendees to choose from each day. Together, attendees will spend time connecting with outdoors, themselves and each other.
Need help with camping gear? Please email us at BIPOCOutdoors@nmu.edu