Writer's Guidellines
Outside is a monthly national magazine dedicated to covering the people, sports and activities, politics, art, literature, and hardware of the outdoors. Although our features are usually assigned to a regular stable of experienced and proven writers, we're always interested in new authors and their ideas. In particular, we look for articles on outdoor events, regions, and activities; informative seasonal service pieces; sports and adventure travel pieces; profiles of engaging outdoor characters; and investigative stories on environmental issues.
Queries should present a clear, original, and provocative thesis, not merely a topic or idea, and should reflect familiarity with the magazine's content and tone. Features are generally 1,500 to 5,000 words in length. Dispatches articles (100 to 800 words) cover timely news, events, issues, and short profiles. Destinations pieces (300 to 1,000 words) include places, news, and advice for adventurous travelers. Review articles (200 to 1,500 words) examine and evaluate outdoor gear and equipment.
Separate guidelines are available for prospective photo and illustration contributors. Please request them directly from the photo department.
Please send queries (not manuscripts) and two or three relevant clips along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to: Editorial Department, Outside magazine, 400 Market St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501.Our response time is usually six to eight weeks.
Photographer's Guidelines
Outside is a monthly national magazine dedicated to covering the people, sports and activities, politics, art, literature, and hardware of the outdoors. We rely on regular contributors for many images, but we are always open to innovative work that creatively reflects the essence of the magazine.
Features represent the best of outdoor writing and photography. Exposure is a gallery-style section devoted to showcasing exceptionally engaging photography and its creators. Parting Shot, the last image in the magazine, is a signature page that highlights a single image with a humorous twist.
Please send original slides or prints or good quality duplicates; 35mm or larger, packed in clear plastic sleeves. Please print your name on the slide mounts. Please do not send slides loose in envelopes or boxes. Mail all images to: Assistant Photo Editor, Outside magazine, 400 Market St., Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87501. Unless your work has been specifically requested by us, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for return. You should expect return or notification regarding your work within 60 days.
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Flag ThisHello, Is there an email where we can send a proposal for writing? I see only a physical address. Thanks! Rachel
Flag ThisI am also searching for a contact email for the editorial department. From Vietnam, where I've been living, mail takes interminably long & besides, I will be travelling over the next few months. How can I submit a submission proposal & also find out your rate of pay?
Flag ThisI am also searching for a contact email for the editorial department. From Vietnam, where I've been living, mail takes interminably long & besides, I will be travelling over the next few months. How can I submit a submission proposal & also find out your rate of pay?
Flag ThisHow do I go about featuring the yearly whale migration of the humpback whales in French Polynesia from July to October. Polynesia is one of the few places where tours are conducted to observe the arrival of these mammals. Difference with other tours in the world is that it allows observers to come as close to snorkeling with them at a respectful distance. What chance do I have to feature this event in an article "à la" Best trips 2011 - Paddling Polynesia"? Any suggestions? It is a very momentous yearly event!
Flag ThisHow do I go about featuring the yearly whale migration of the humpback whales in French Polynesia from July to October. Polynesia is one of the few places where tours are conducted to observe the arrival of these mammals. Difference with other tours in the world is that it allows observers to come as close to snorkeling with them at a respectful distance. What chance do I have to feature this event in an article "à la" Best trips 2011 - Paddling Polynesia"? Any suggestions? It is a very momentous yearly event!
Flag This"Writer's Guidellines" is misspelled above.
Flag ThisDo you accept books for review? If so, is there a specific department or person to whome I may email the query? Thank you!
Flag ThisIn the 2010 "Writer's Market", they have four dollar signs which means that the zine pays at least $1.00-a-word or at least $1500.00-per-article. Unfortunately, this is one of those irritating zines that apparently doesn't accept e-mail queries, so just delete them from your list. There are many more zines out there that are more writer-friendly.
Flag ThisIn the 2010 "Writer's Market", they have four dollar signs which means that the zine pays at least $1.00-a-word or at least $1500.00-per-article. Unfortunately, this is one of those irritating zines that apparently doesn't accept e-mail queries, so just delete them from your list. There are many more zines out there that are more writer-friendly.
Flag ThisI agree that not being email friendly is irritating and "Guidellines" is still misspelled since last October. They either don't read these posts or they don't care, more irritating either way. But $1.00-a-word is almost as good as it gets, and this is a good venue, hence a good clip. Sigh. Let's all make the best of it, and of Outside, and submit our work the old-fashioned way. And cash the check in an old-fashioned bank!
Flag ThisHey! I just have a question and would love to chat with someone before sending over a package by mail. Is there is e-mail to reach the blog/social media department? Thanks!
Flag ThisAlso checking before sending via mail if there's an email option for pitches? Perhaps a comment could be posted here for the whole group?
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