Brandy Brooks is a Los Angeles-based writer, mother, and lover of the great outdoors.
![REI & Outdoor Afro Collaborate on New Line of Inclusive Hiking Gear](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/6inNU4KepCnzUacQixMbC3/02c2f8b72b5f9ea2c602c1003b41477b/rei-outdoor-afro-lifestyle.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
The fresh, 22-piece collection of fleece, jackets, pants, packs, and more goes from town to trail and meets the needs of the Black outdoor community
![Plant Kween's New Book Teaches Plant Parenting (and Self Care)](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1RL1zPFKACHP72fPimjppW/a285e5674247654e73f6bdd1be5f0e2a/plant-kween-interview-fieldmag-5.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A first look at "You Grow, Gurl," a new book by Instagram's favorite plant influencer on how to turn your home into a flourishing ecosystem
![Get Peace of Mind While Off-Grid With Garmin's inReach Mini](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/7CroZetyVMeqcozm6sjbe1/1d9f4345ee14c53324c197c49cfbaff4/garmin-inreach-mini-review-product-macro.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
This ultralight GPS + emergency SOS device is a must carry for solo adventurers & families looking to stay connected beyond the limits of cell service
![Q&A: Outrunning Stereotypes With Endurance Athlete Mirna Valerio](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/6ALBdeYVxLixEq6EdcTcTW/b159aa1275c1f68fd7bea5d6aae0c67f/mirna-valerio-hiking-forest-sunny.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
The "Mirnavator" is on a mission, driving by a passion for running and the outdoors and a dedication to inclusion and diversity
![Q&A: Judith Kasiama, Founder of POC Outdoor Group Colour the Trails](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/jtJaRVeHn2Mhn4p9Ao4kb/ebc5d6658309ced29c7f981c8594490f/field-mag-judith-kasiama-interview-hero-thumb.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
The Congolese Canadian on building communities as a refugee, the need for inclusivity not just diversity, advocating through action, and asking for help
![Q&A: Plant Kween on Bringing the Great Outdoors Inside](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/40PExzJt90A65DUvj3qgFE/b8069762d2217036fe670e4736756dbf/plant-kween-interview-fieldmag-2.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Christopher Griffin, aka @plantkween, shares tips for plant parenting and self care, and why they turned their NYC apartment into an indoor garden paradise
![Q&A: Tawny Newsome on Life in Comedy, Space, and the Outdoors](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/6jXI9LdRNc6SmNCv4ppZO0/379429e1e7035d448b3469a0793b2b13/Tawny-Newsome-Interview-Field-Mag-6.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
The LA-based actress, musician, and outdoorist talks growing up on a farm, working with Steve Carell, and being Black in nature