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Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir

Going Off-Trail

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.

Going Off-Trail

Season 3 Episode 2 | 8m 17s | CC

Erica Abel – a hiker, backpacker and community activator – fell in love with snowshoeing for its simplicity and accessibility. Marching through the powdery snow in the idyllic Methow Valley, Erica takes Alison off-trail, showing her not only the natural beauty of the northern Cascades but also the peace and solitude that comes when exploring the vast open landscape.

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