She Explores Episode 133: All this Possibility

Being a guest on She Explores for a second time feels like a big deal and I’m so honored. I love this podcast! This particular episode is about my 5-day trek on the Salkantay last summer. It’s something I’ve been really struggling with writing about, but this episode bridges some of those struggles. I sincerely […]

Sisu Magazine: Ask Jenny Bruso #4

Above image by, WHOA Travel Ask Jenny Bruso is a column for the quarterly magazine, Sisu, about grit, guts and what defines our experiences in the outdoors. You can find my past columns here. Scroll all the way down to ask me your burning questions! Issue #4 | Fall 2019 Dear Jenny Bruso, Instagram makes me feel […]

Group hike – PORTLAND, OR – Forest Park – 12/29

PLEASE RSVP on form below for full info on hike (terrain details, carpooling, meet-up spots and time). Expect response e-mail within a few days. RSVPs close at 6pm (pst) the day prior to the hike. Unlikely Hikers is creating supportive, intentional, body-positive outdoor community for people underrepresented in outdoor culture (people of color, people of size, […]

Group hike & trail clean-up – LOS ANGELES, CA – 12/14

AT CAPACITY! This event is closed, but we’re planning on returning in April. Hope to see you then!

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Sisu Magazine: Ask Jenny Bruso #3

Above image by, Elise Giordano for Eddie Bauer Ask Jenny Bruso is a column for the quarterly magazine, Sisu, focused on grit, guts and what defines our experiences in the outdoors. Having work in actual print is the COOLEST and this magazine is gorgeously curated and smart. Buy it! See writing for the rest. Submit your questions! Scroll all the way […]

Outside Magazine: Plus-Size Adventurers You Should Follow

Plus-Size Adventurers You Should Follow, my newest piece on Outside Online! I profile Mirna Valerio, Ashley Manning, Sam Ortiz, Jolie Varela and Megan Banker. “If you aren’t following any plus-size adventurers, you have no more excuses! I’ve done the work for you. These five plus-size outdoorspeople are just a sampling of the many of us out […]

‘Unlikely Hikers’ Explores Siuslaw National Forest

The National Forest Foundation invited Unlikely Hikers to participate in their #ItsAllYours campaign and I wrote about the experience for their blog. “My favorite part of this experience was being able to hold and create space for critical conversation about the outdoors, while also sharing in the reverence of what nature does for us. This is […]

The Real Problems with Tanya Gold’s Fatphobic Article

A few days ago, journalist Tanya Gold wrote an op-ed for London’s The Telegraph about Nike’s new plus-size mannequins at the London flagship store in an article titled, “Obese Mannequins Are Selling Women A Dangerous Lie.” It’s pure click-bait, but it worked. The Telegraph isn’t the most credible news outlet, but it’s highly circulated and […]

The New York Times: ‘Unlikely’ Hikers Hit the Trail

My life feels like a funhouse right now. I was interviewed for The New York Times! FOR REAL. Along with some of my favorite people, groups and initiatives like Disabled Hikers, Brown People Camping, Brown Girls Climbing, Curvy Kili Crew and more! Read and share?