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Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Is Skiing Racist?


For John, BLUF:  No, it isn't, but if those of us who ski are not welcoming of those trying to get on board we are limiting the enjoyment of our non-skiing Brothers and Sisters.  Nothing to see here; just move along.



Here is the sub-headline:

  • A sociology professor wrote a book alleging that "systemic racism" is to blame for Black people not taking advantage of outdoor activities.
  • The book argues that African-Americans are therefore deprived of “aesthetic experiences that are central to the human condition.”

From Campus Reform, by Correspondent Benjamin Zeisloft, 23 February 2021, 11:06 AM.

Here is the lede plus two:

A professor argued that "systemic racism" is to blame for Black people not taking advantage of activities such as skiing, hiking, and classical music.

University of Vermont sociology professor Dan Krymkowski wrote a book entitled The Color of Culture: African American Underrepresentation in the Fine Arts and Outdoor Recreation, which argues that “racial-ethnic socioeconomic differences, as well as historic and contemporary discrimination, both overt and subtle,” lead to an underrepresentation of African-Americans in certain cultural realms.

“These causes are rooted in the systemic racism that continues to plague the United States,” explains the book’s description.  “The lack of opportunity to participate in such cultural forms deprives African Americans of aesthetic experiences that are central to the human condition, and it has implications for both health and the accumulation of cultural and social capital.”

I wondered about this.  My only skiing was cross-country, and that was related to work.  I am not a hiker, although I used to do Volksmarches with my wife.  My time with classical music is very limited.  I am still looking for time to catch the Ottowa Bach Choir Christmas program.♠

On the other hand, I see the book author's point.  If someone feels awkward skiing or hiking it can be limiting.  Those of us experienced in an activity should be welcoming of others.  Part of making and keeping American great is a welcoming attitude toward all comers.

That said, the article author, Mr Zeisloft, says the statistics, when it becomes more of a mix and not just Blacks and Caucasians, become less clear.  What is to be learned from that?

Hat tip to the InstaPundit.

Regards  —  Cliff

♠  I hope the chap that sent me the ticket doesn't read this post, I am so embarrassed.

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