Wanderers of Colour: Building Climbing Communities with Charmian Griffin

Charmian is the Climbing Lead at Wanderers of Colour, she tells host Mel Reeve about her journey into climbing, the challenges of climbing while pregnant, and the importance of building a community for people of colour in outdoor activities. 

She also discusses the founding of Wanderers of Colour, its mission to create inclusive spaces for climbers, and the significance of representation in the climbing community. 

Chapters:
00:00
Introduction 

00:55
Climbing Preferences and Favorite Locations

03:27
Climbing with Family and Pregnancy Journey

07:57
Representation in Climbing and Community Support

09:54
Wanderers of Colour: Origins and Growth

14:12
Climbing Festival: Planning and Execution

18:50
Personal Reflections on Community

21:09
Future Goals and Climbing Opportunities

23:13
Encouragement for New Climbers and Community Involvement

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About your host:

Mel Reeve is an experienced writer, casual climber and enthusiast, bringing her knowledge and passion to the podcast. With a background in writing, copywriting and content creation, Mel is dedicated to sharing the diverse stories and perspectives that shape the climbing community.