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Minnesotans are heading outside to go camping, hiking, biking, fishing, bird watching and more this Memorial Day weekend as summer unofficially begins. 

disparities in who has access to outdoor spaces

 and who feels welcomed in outdoor recreation. According to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), people of color make up about 20 percent of Minnesota’s population, but only about 5 percent of state park visitors. 

 in 2020 to address the problem. A report the group published in April 

recommends the state create a new Outdoor Recreation Office

 to increase access and participation for Black, Indigenous and people of color in Minnesota. 

Several community groups are also working to create more outdoor recreation opportunities for people of color. 

Host Angela Davis talked with two outdoor activists who started outdoor recreation groups about the work they are doing and how to make Minnesota’s outdoor spaces more inclusive. 

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Minnesota is known for its natural beauty and many outdoor recreation opportunities. But there are disparities in who has access to outdoor spaces and who feels welcomed in outdoor recreation. Host Angela Davis talked with two outdoor activists who are trying to create more outdoor recreation opportunities for people of color. 

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