Black Summit Steward, a first for Adirondack club, pushes for POC to connect with nature

She grew up in the Town of Newburgh and by high school had joined her high
school’s cross-country team, kickstarting her journey and connection with
the outdoors.

Now, Klarisse Torriente is cementing her love of nature in a role she
assumed last summer, as the first Black Summit Steward for the Adirondack
Mountain Club (ADK). She hopes to encourage other BIPOC to enjoy the
outdoors.