Disability Pride Month calls us to imagine outdoor spaces where everyone can move, rest, explore, and belong. Accessible landscapes aren’t optional, they’re foundational to ecological connection and community care.
Whether we’re planning gardens, maintaining trails, or hosting events, designing with access in mind ensures more people can experience the joy and grounding of nature. This month, we uplift disability leadership, celebrate inclusive design, and share resources that help us build landscapes where all bodies are welcome.
Podcasts
- Down to the Struts: Conversations on disability, design, and access, including how public spaces can better serve all communities. https://www.downtothestruts.com/
- Disability Visibility Podcast: Stories and interviews highlighting disability culture, activism, and the importance of designing accessible communities. https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com
Books
- The Disability Outdoors series – Essays and stories exploring how disabled people experience nature, access, and outdoor recreation. https://www.disabledhikers.com/find-a-trail
- Disability Visibility – First‑person stories that highlight disability culture leading the design of gardens, trails, and other spaces where people can more safely and comfortably connect with nature. https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/
Organizations
- Disabled Hikers: A disability‑led organization offering trail guides, community hikes, and advocacy for accessible outdoor spaces. https://disabledhikers.com
- TN Disability Coalition: Statewide advocacy supporting accessibility and inclusion, informing how parks, nature centered and community gardens can become welcoming and accessible to disabled visitors. https://tndisability.org
Websites & Projects
- Accessible Trails TN: A directory of accessible trails and outdoor spaces across Tennessee State Parks. https://tnstateparks.com/accessible
- AllTrails: Trail maps and reviews, including filters for wheelchair‑friendly and easy‑grade routes. https://www.alltrails.com/