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Not all disabilities are immediately apparent. In fact, there are a variety of physical, mental, and neurological conditions that aren’t visible from the outside, yet present their own sets of challenges, as these can restrict or challenge a person’s senses or physical capabilities. On this page, we aim to make these invisible disabilities more visible, and encourage everyone to find comfort in national parks. Follow along!

Tips for Creating Accessible Outdoor Content

Most online content remains inaccessible to disabled users. There are few accessible resources for people who are blind or low-vision, deaf or hard of hearing, autistic, or have a sensory disability. This means that not only are people with disabilities excluded from enjoying the outdoors, they are excluded from enjoying content about the outdoors. Creating accessible outdoor content is one important factor in building a more inclusive outdoor community.

by Syren Nagakyrie

Signposts Along the Way

One of the best experiences I’ve ever had in a national park wasn’t necessarily because of the things people usually think of, like gorgeous views, wild nature, and friendly park staff. Rather, it was because of signs—that’s right, those things often considered “trail noise,” cluttering pristine nature, made the difference between a positive and negative experience for me.

by Syren Nagakyrie

Shedding Light on Invisible Disabilities in Nature

My hope is that by expanding the narrative about disability and the outdoors, we can create a richer community of national park lovers and advocates. We all deserve to enjoy the benefits that time in nature provides; we all deserve to love ourselves and love the places we are in.

by Syren Nagakyrie
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