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In his new animated feature, Chris Butler adds a contemporary twist to an old-fashioned tale
Two new podcasts are telling stories about climate and environmental change—and giving us a venue for considering the future
Heather Hansman’s new book is a must-read for anyone who loves rivers or is concerned about the future of the West
The new National Geographic series, narrated by Bear Grylls, doesn’t sugarcoat the harsh reality that critters face in the far reaches of the world
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon's Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year's best new music
When the going gets tough, reach for these high-energy tracks recommended by our editors
Feeling the need to get out into the sunshine for as long as humanly possible after the winter? If it’s still too cold, here are some books about other people doing that.
Jeff Provenzano narrates a wingsuit flight that resulted in a $5,000 helicopter-rescue bill
'The River and the Wall' chronicles an intense journey down the Rio Grande, bearing witness to the ecosystems and livelihoods along the U.S.-Mexico border
In the wake of a bizarre physical attack and the death of her father, Katie Arnold felt paralyzed by the anxieties of parenthood and being a woman alone in the wilderness. She got through it the same way she’d always done, by lacing up and hitting the trail. An exclusive excerpt from her new memoir, Running Home.
Including, but not limited to, films on taxidermists, Olympians, and one very scary night for a park ranger
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music
Peter Heller’s latest novel puts two college friends in a canoe on Canada's Maskwa River, paddling toward a struggle against nature and other humans
In his new book, Mark Synnott offers a personal history of climbing, including a tense but revealing expedition to Pakistan with legendary climber Alex Lowe
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
The acclaimed author answers questions about his book ‘How to Change Your Mind’ and explains the emerging science behind the misunderstood drugs
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music
In her new memoir 'Thirst,' the celebrated thru-hiker delves into the physical and mental struggles and triumphs she experienced on the trail
From ‘Becoming,’ by Michelle Obama, to ‘Sapiens,’ by Yuval Noah Harari
The professional ski mountaineer counts these titles among her all-time favorites
Four books that come highly recommended from one of America's most prolific mountaineers
Two hunters set off in a raft to hunt for rutting mule deer bucks in Idaho’s famed Frank Church Wilderness.
The stories go deeper than just deep pow
We’re bringing you the Pickathon Old Growth, an ongoing program that showcases musical acts live from the 2018 festival
We would like to stay on the ranch with the beloved author forever
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
‘Grizzly Country’ profiles Doug Peacock as he reflects on his time protecting the Yellowstone grizzlies.
A new documentary, 'Sea of Shadows,' highlights the work of Andrea Crosta, whose team infiltrates cartels and gangs to fight illegal wildlife trafficking around the world
James Balog's newest documentary hopes to close the political and cultural gap on climate change through the stories of those most affected by it
A new documentary is telling the story of the immigrants who keep ski towns running
Eric Larsen has more experience in the Arctic than just about anyone. He watched the new Mads Mikkelsen survival film and shared what he thought it got right and what missed the mark.
There's a burgeoning industry of hawking mountain-conquering platitudes for cash. Lots of it.
Mary Austin wrote about the Mojave as brilliantly as John Muir wrote about the Sierra. Why was she forgotten?
Mystery of Now features artist and Apache Skateboards founder Douglas Miles as he empowers youth in his community through skating
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music
Our favorite recent releases (and a few oldies but goodies) will help you escape for at least a few minutes
‘Painted in Dust’ features motorcyclist Forrest Minchinton escaping to the Mohave Desert for an endless oasis of riding
Doug Bock Clark’s deeply reported book immerses readers in a society that still relies on whale hunts for sustenance, while adapting to the creeping influences of modernity
Say what you will about the movie itself, but Sandra Bullock's character has apocalypse-wear nailed down
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music.
The ski trail map at your local mountain was probably painted by James Niehues. Now you can see his life's work in one beautiful book.
From peeing in geysers to stealing linens
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about—all year long
These new releases rose to the top this year on our shelves, screens, and playlists
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music
Featuring our 11 most popular photo essays of the year
Books, music, and pretty things to put on their walls
A new movie follows two lost souls on the Appalachian Trail
Three recent novels consider the world from the perspectives of urban foxes, dogs, and factory farm animals
HBO's new surf doc is the movie we deserve in 2018
You don’t really need more gear. You need knowledge and inspiration.
We’re bringing you the Pickathon Old Growth, an ongoing program that showcases musical acts live from the 2018 festival.
Ecologist Lauren Oakes’s new book, ‘In Search of the Canary Tree,’ puts a human face on a crisis we created
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Freshly compiled work from some of the adventure world's best photographers
What do we do with the work of complicated outdoor men? One new book—released in time for the 50th anniversary of 'Desert Solitaire'—searches for an answer.
Michael Brown’s new documentary follows two blind kayakers paddling the length of the Grand Canyon
Prepare for lots of screaming (most of it from Adam Ondra)
The free soloist hopes that these four books will teach you something about the world
Shopping for yet another trinket is hard. Sharing a memory-making experience is much easier.
We’ve partnered with Portland, Oregon’s Pickathon Music Festival to showcase some of the year’s best new music.
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Moose encounters are growing far more common and more dangerous
‘Wildland’ follows a crew of firefighters as they battle enormous blazes in an effort to reset their lives
The new Kickstarter film is aimed at getting more people with Down syndrome outside
Looking for a scare with some soothing nature shots thrown in? These are our favorites.
‘3100: Run and Become’ explores moving meditation all over the world, from a race around a single New York City block to a 1,000-day run for Japanese monks
Backcountry adventure makes for beautiful filmmaking. When John Muir is narrating, the story hits another level.
Why the season's most interesting ski movies are the ones about individual athletes
How we exploit big trees, big game, and even extinct creatures
One writer finds equal doses aspiration and inspiration in a stylish new crop of recipe collections
Vegans, caribou, songwriting, and other treats to check out as you refresh your media diet
The author's new book, 'On Desperate Ground,' tells one of the toughest military survival stories in history
Anyone who has recreated with clashing personalities will relate to the not always likable but always entertaining characters on HBO's new show
Line 5 is the name of a 65-year-old oil pipeline running across the floor of Lake Michigan and it's ready to burst.
Lotawana will feature a young unfulfilled male protagonist by the name of Forrest, who lives in his sailboat on a lake in Missouri.
Our features editor sat down with author Kate Harris to talk about her book, and you can listen in on their conversation
Five favorite books from the elite endurance athlete and environmental activist