Community is my survival, and Mother Earth is my serenity.
Every so often we hand the Kula blog over to one of our Trail Angels — the volunteers who head out onto trails to give away Kula Cloths, answer questions, and teach the basics of backcountry hygiene and Leave No Trace. Today, meet Bee: a certified naturalist from Sacramento, California, who spends her time leading guided hikes, hosting community events, and helping people fall in love with the wild places closest to home. We'll let her introduce herself. — Anastasia
Kula Cloth Trail Angels are volunteer ambassadors who head out onto trails to give away Kula Cloth® pee cloths and share friendly, judgment-free education about outdoor hygiene and Leave No Trace. In this spotlight, you'll meet Bee — a certified naturalist in Sacramento, California, who leads guided hikes and community events — and learn what the Trail Angel program is all about. (Heads up: we're not currently accepting new Trail Angel applications.)
Hello! My Name's Briona — AKA Bee
I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself to the Kula community. I am a Queer Certified Naturalist in Sacramento, California, and a proud Trail Angel for Kula Cloth. I'm so excited to share a little bit about who I am, what I love, and what being a Trail Angel has meant to me.
I specialize in nature interpretation, host community events, lead guided hikes, and use my platform to shine a light on local small businesses, environmental organizations, safe spaces, and sustainable living. I believe the answer to saving Mother Earth — and our sanity — is community, connection, and education.
From a Small Farm to the Urban Forest
I grew up on a small farm in the Sacramento Delta, which instilled in me a deep love for urban forests, rivers, and urban waterways. I have also witnessed the devastating effects of overdevelopment, deforestation, and the lack of accessible outdoor spaces in my community. This inspired me to create events for the people of Sacramento to come together to enjoy and learn about our urban forests.
It's important to me to protect these habitats for current and future generations to enjoy. I truly believe that if more people felt the love and connection I feel for Mother Earth, we would be inspired to protect more outdoor spaces.
Getting outside isn't just a hobby to me. It's a lifeline. It keeps me grounded. It's my escape. It's something I can always count on to make me feel better regardless of what's going on in my life. It's shaped who I am, who I want to be, and taught me to be a better person.
I wouldn't be who I am without Mother Earth, and I try my best to share what she's given me with the world.
Why I Became a Kula Cloth Trail Angel
My goal for 2026 was to connect and collaborate with more outdoor educators and brands, which led me to becoming a Trail Angel for Kula Cloth. I thought I'd find more people who loved waking up early, going on day trips, and spending more time outside — but it turned out to be so much more than that.
What I actually found? People who truly care for Mother Earth. People who nurture themselves with a deep connection to nature. People who care for the bees and the trees and who keep the invitation open to anyone who cares. What I actually found were people who cared just like I do.
One of the greatest gifts I've ever received from being a Trail Angel has been connecting with people who share the same values. I'm incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to become one.
Anastasia has been someone I've looked up to for years. I've brought my Kula Cloth to every national park in California, and it's been with me through so many of my firsts.
Community is my survival, and Mother Earth is my serenity. I can't wait to connect with more angels, and I'm looking forward to all of the wonderful experiences it's going to open for me.
Thank you, Anastasia. Thank you, Kula community!
Follow Bee on Instagram as she explores California, advocates for environmental change, and grows a community built around connection, education, and love for Mother Earth.
And check out her website — it has a list of environmental organizations in Sacramento, local nature groups, and a free class on how to fight overdevelopment in your own city.
What Is the Kula Cloth Trail Angel Program?
If you've never crossed paths with one of our Trail Angels, here's the short story: Trail Angels are volunteer Kula Cloth ambassadors who we send out onto the trails to give away Kula Cloths and teach folks about outdoor hygiene and Leave No Trace.
You might meet one at a trailhead handing out a free Kula Cloth to a curious hiker. You might catch one mid-hike, cheerfully explaining what a pee cloth is (and why it beats drip-drying or a wad of toilet paper left behind a tree). Wherever they show up, the mission is the same: meet people where they are, make outdoor hygiene feel normal and approachable, and help protect the places we all love — one conversation at a time.
There's no gatekeeping and no script. We ask our Trail Angels to be authentically themselves — because the person who teaches you something new on the trail should feel like a friend, not a billboard. Bee is a perfect example: she was already building community, leading hikes, and teaching Leave No Trace long before she ever wore the Trail Angel title.
The gear: free Kula Cloths, handed to hikers who've never heard of a pee cloth (start with our guide on how to use a pee cloth if that's you!).
The hygiene know-how: how to stay clean and dry outside — and how to clean a pee cloth at home and on the trail.
The Leave No Trace basics: pee at least 200 feet (about 70 adult steps) from lakes, rivers, and streams; choose a durable surface; pack out all toilet paper and hygiene products; and always check your local land management agency's guidelines, since best practices can vary from place to place.
Can I Become a Kula Cloth Trail Angel?
We love the enthusiasm — and we have to be honest with you: we're not currently accepting new Trail Angels. But if you've ever wished the outdoors felt more welcoming, more prepared, and a little less littered with toilet paper... you might already be a Trail Angel at heart. Keep sharing what you love, keep teaching Leave No Trace in your own community, and keep an eye on the Kula blog and our social channels for program updates.
Frequently Asked Questions About Trail Angels
What does a Kula Cloth Trail Angel do?
Trail Angels head out onto trails to give away Kula Cloth® pee cloths and teach fellow hikers about outdoor hygiene and Leave No Trace principles — all in their own authentic voice, in their own communities.
Is Kula Cloth accepting new Trail Angels?
Not at the moment — the Trail Angel program isn't currently accepting new applications. Follow the Kula blog and our social channels for any future program updates.
What is a Kula Cloth?
A Kula Cloth® is a reusable, antimicrobial pee cloth for anyone who squats when they pee. You pat dry, snap it closed, and clip it to your pack — no toilet paper left in the wild, no drip-drying. New to the idea? Read how to use a pee cloth.
Where can I follow Bee?
You can find Bee on Instagram and at beautybybriona.com, where she shares Sacramento-area environmental organizations, local nature groups, and a free class on fighting overdevelopment in your city.
Oh — hi! I'm a bee. The other Bee said you seemed like someone who cares about the bees and the trees, so I flew over to say thanks. Here's a little secret from the wildflowers: community works just like pollination — one small visit at a time, and suddenly the whole meadow blooms. Now go say hi to a stranger on the trail. 🌼
tiptoe back out of the meadow ↩If more people felt this love and connection for Mother Earth, we'd be inspired to protect more outdoor spaces.
My hope is to make it easier for people to find their community, connect with nature, and feel inspired to protect the places that bring us so much peace.
Xoxo,
Bee
Kula Cloth® Trail Angel · Certified Naturalist
Briona "Bee"
Bee is a Queer Certified Naturalist in Sacramento, California, and a Kula Cloth® Trail Angel. She specializes in nature interpretation, hosts community events, leads guided hikes, and uses her platform to spotlight local small businesses, environmental organizations, safe spaces, and sustainable living. Find her on Instagram or at beautybybriona.com.
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