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Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir

Embodying a Legacy

Alison Mariella Désir explores the Pacific Northwest with change-makers who are reclaiming space in the outdoors, creating opportunities for underrepresented communities in the region to find joy and healing.

Embodying a Legacy

Season 2 Episode 5 | 8m 46s | CC

Alison meets with Geordan Newbill, president of Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle, and takes her first horseback riding lesson with Jerome Young, a Black rancher and owner of Legends Ranch. Alison learns the forgotten history of Black riders and how the Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle are working to inspire the next generation of riders.

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