Seattle Tacoma, WA, August 5, 2026 — The organization Hunters of Color is working to reintroduce Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities to ancestral hunting traditions, focusing on themes of food sovereignty and a deeper connection to the land. This initiative seeks to reclaim and celebrate a practice that has historical roots within many BIPOC cultures, challenging contemporary associations with white supremacy and patriarchy.

The author of the piece shares a personal narrative, describing a journey toward understanding hunting not merely through its often-perceived modern lens, but as a significant ancestral practice for various BIPOC communities. This perspective highlights the historical and cultural importance of hunting as a means of sustenance and stewardship.

However, the pursuit of these traditions is not without its obstacles. A planned elk hunt in the Pacific Northwest was recently canceled due to severe wildfires that impacted the region. This event serves as a stark reminder of the environmental challenges affecting both traditional practices and ecological balance.

The increasing frequency and intensity of such wildfires are directly linked to broader issues of climate change. Furthermore, the article suggests that historical land management practices have also contributed to the current environmental conditions. Hunters of Color, by engaging with these ancestral practices, also finds itself confronting the realities of a changing climate and its direct impact on the natural resources essential for their endeavors.

Story summarized from the original created by Alison Mariella Désir on www.cascadepbs.org, see more information here.

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