OUTCHEA
Expanded Access in the Florida Wilding
Designed as a radical invitation to (re)introduce Alachua County’s Black community to Florida’s unique natural spaces, OUTCHEA strives to spark intergenerational social cohesion and youth empowerment through experiential/experimental pairings.
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Farmers Market and Outdoor Screening
Held in partnership with local farmers farms, this event is designed to uncouple produce from the boundaries of grocery retail and (re)introduce its earthbound origins.
(April 2025)
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Hike and Social Dance Soiree
Social dance (and line dancing, in particular), offers a platform for dynamic interactions. The Electric Slide, for example, is often performed by intergenerational groups at milestone celebrations, and casual gatherings. In this instance, it is an embodied dialogue that serves as the destination for a nature trail.
(October 2025)
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Water Tour and Fashion Show
Participants will be invited on a canoe/kayak tour to witness manatee activity during colder months. In the weeks before the event, water safety classes, and customized life vests will made available in preparation for a dockside fashion show.
(February/March 2025)
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