Pay a Visitation Tax

When I travel—by plane to another country, on a road trip through other states, or simply to nearby mountains for a hike, I pay attention to who the original people were who cultivated, protected and lived on the land I’m enjoying. In recognition of the extreme exploitation and loss they’ve suffered, I pay them a use fee.

Consider it a form of travel reparations.

Here’s your action:

• Download the Native Land app

• Identify the original inhabitants of the land you’re visiting

• Look up their community organizations, tribal associations, mutual aid groups, etc.

• Choose one and make a financial donation. How about $25 per hike?

• Don’t bother seeking out places that offer tax deductions: stay focused on giving

• Tell your friends and family that you do this and encourage them to do the same

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