Episode 50 - #AllBikesWelcome with Beckie Irvin of Grit Fest - a podcast by Occupation Wild

Beckie Irvin is the founder and director of Grit Fest,  a 3-day event in Fayetteville, Arkansas, for womxn (cis & trans) and non-binary mountain bikers where regardless of skill level everyone is welcomed and they truly live their motto #AllBikesWelcome.  

In this episode of the Occupation Wild Podcast Courtney sits down with Beckie to talk about confronting white privilege and heteronormativity in the outdoors, how Beckie lived out of her jeep to get Grit Fest started, the courage it takes to follow your wildest dreams, and all the lessons she learned along the way!  

Grit Fest 2021:

The Grit Fest team is working hard to create a digital experience that fulfills the mission of Grit Fest to provide meaningful and educational experiences for cyclists. Follow us on Instagram ( @gritmtbfestival ) and/or sign up for our email list on our website ( www.gritfestival.com) for updates. We've also got new merchandise coming out this year (IT"S SO COOL), and all proceeds go directly towards the 2021 Fest. If you are unable to support us financially, we greatly appreciate folks following and interacting with us on social media!

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