(Re)connecting Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) to land and nature in Baltimore City
origin story
Backyard Basecamp was founded by Atiya Wells, a pediatric nurse with a passion to introduce, educate, and connect families in Baltimore, especially People of Color, to local outdoor spaces.
While learning more about our natural world, she often noticed that she could count the number of BIPOC folks in the room on one hand. Diving into research and history, she learned that ancestral wounding and historical trauma are key players in the lack of diversity in nature-based programming.
She has dedicated her time to (re)introducing BIPOC folks to nature by starting with nature walks in their own neighborhoods, eventually embarking on a journey into the many wild spaces across Baltimore.
what we do
Professional Development
Urban Environmental Education
Professional Development
Hands-on workshops and classes for nature-based curriculum integration
Public Speaking
Urban Environmental Education
Professional Development
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Urban Environmental Education
Urban Environmental Education
Urban Environmental Education
Connecting youth and adults to what also calls our city home
Village Building
Garden Consultations and Support
Urban Environmental Education
Deepening connection and engaging our community on regenerative cultural practices
Garden Consultations and Support
Garden Consultations and Support
Garden Consultations and Support
Looking to know what to grow in your backyard?
We have seeds, seedlings, and grow bags available to get you growing!
Health and Wellness Programs
Garden Consultations and Support
Garden Consultations and Support
Join us on walks, meditations, nutrition classes, and other programs to boost your health!