The Adventure Gap: Changing the Face of the Outdoors

by James Edward Mills

Kindle Edition

"The Adventure Gap: Changing the Face of the Outdoors" by James Edward Mills highlights the disparity in outdoor recreation between people of color and white people in the United States. The book includes personal narratives, historical facts, and statistics that show how people of color have faced numerous obstacles that have limited their access to outdoor activities. Through in-depth interviews with people of color who have broken through the adventure gap, Mills reveals how the outdoor industry can change to promote inclusivity, and how everyone can play a role in addressing this social justice issue.

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