The following is a message Arkansas Outside received from the American Hiking Society, we’ve added some links for an explanation of new concepts. In its quest to be an ever-stronger ally, so as not to take space from the very important discussions and protests around racism in America and, in particular, around police brutality of Black bodies, American Hiking Society will suspend its promotion of National Trails Day® this year. Instead, we will be taking allyship actions, including amplifying Black voices in the outdoor community; sharing resources on racism in the outdoors that will link back to publications and content