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A special 30-day series celebrating nonprofits working for LGBTQ+ inclusivity
Show your pride outside during the month of June for a chance to win $2,300 in prizes
The newest collection of recipes from James Beard–nominated chef Sarah Glover is geared toward parents looking to improve their outdoor cooking game. We’ve included two of our favorite recipes from the book.
One editor’s thoughts on the Asian American illusion of belonging
Since Mary Cain spoke out about the Nike Oregon Project in 2019, a growing wave of young runners have come forward with their own allegations of negligent coaching and toxic team cultures across the sport
If you can’t make the in-person showings in Colorado, you can stream these new adventure films from your living room
Choosing whether or not to have children can be difficult for many women. For Amelia Boone, an elite athletic career and her ongoing eating disorder recovery have made it even more complicated.
Do you jog around the block at the end of a run so your mileage equals a nice round number?
In their Outside TV series, Mike Chambers and Jason Antin take on crazy adventures between Friday evening and Monday morning, inspiring the rest of us to do more with our Saturdays and Sundays, too
In an excerpt from his latest book, ‘Freedom,’ the celebrated nonfiction writer describes a journey along Pennsylvania’s train tracks with friends he met while reporting on the war in Afghanistan
Meet Outside+, a new membership with all of your active and healthy pursuits in one place
This month, Roger Deakin’s cult-favorite book about swimming the waters of Britain will be published in the U.S. for the first time. In her introduction to the new edition, writer Bonnie Tsui reflects on what she’s learned from it over the years.
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In an excerpt from his book ‘Chasing the Thrill: Obsession, Death, and Glory in America’s Most Extraordinary Treasure Hunt,’ journalist and searcher Daniel Barbarisi recounts how he got to open Fenn’s chest and examine what was inside
Every woman who hikes has been the target of mansplaining—and outdoor writers and editors are no exception
Elizabeth Kolbert and Nathaniel Rich, environmental writers par excellence, survey human solutions to the human-caused mess we’re in
Facebook is developing a new app for children, and advocates think it’s a terrible idea
When it comes to public image for our elected officials, being seen on a bicycle is as fraught as a first dinner with the in-laws
The evidence is everywhere that humanity is actually pretty decent, according to Dutch historian Rutger Bregman. Pay attention to it and you’ll feel much better.
The North Face’s new Explore Fund Council, led by Jimmy Chin and Lena Waithe, has big plans—and a big budget—to make the outdoors more inclusive
Pet adoptions spiked during the pandemic. Now is the time to change outdoor dog culture for the benefit of people, public lands, wildlife, and the dogs themselves.
The past year has been relentless in so many ways. But despite the challenges, there’s also a lot of good news out there to get you excited about the months ahead.
The bestselling author’s latest novel was informed by years of researching the history of female aviation and traveling to far-flung places
What to do when a significant other, or a friend, doesn't respect your decisions
The more we learn an incomplete fairytale of Indigenous peoples and our history in this country, the more we perpetuate acts of ethnocide, like the ones we’ve seen in recent weeks in southern Utah
In her new memoir, 'The Secret to Superhuman Strength,' the 'Fun Home' cartoonist scrutinizes her quest for spiritual solace through 60 years of athletic obsessions
When Sanni McCandless started dating legendary climber Alex Honnold, she never expected that millions of people would soon be watching her relationship on screen
Everything you need to make the most of the very best season with your very best friend
“For me, the climbing community was not a barrier to coming out. That community is what made it possible.”
‘The Good Lord Bird,’ Mary Ruefle, and a podcast that breaks down the Olivia Rodrigo power ballad ‘Driver’s License’
After more than a year of pandemic living, let us remember why it’s worth getting out there
How the team behind David Attenborough’s new Netflix series captured a fight sequence between two poison dart frogs
‘Girls Gotta Eat Dirt’ isn’t your typical #inspirational stoke video
What to do when you can’t be active in the same way
Tourism and marquee events may face a boycott unless the cycling establishment can find an effective way to respond
For journalist Neil King, there’s never been a better time to reflect on the nation’s fraught history
In Ours, a digital exhibition for the New Museum, artist Samuel Marion imagines a not too distant future in which outdoor brands use slick advertising to mask more sinister aims
Ambreen Tariq’s new children’s book tells the story of an immigrant family’s first camping trip and expands the canon of outdoor literature for kids
‘The Third Pole,’ ‘See You Tomorrow,’ and ‘The Next Everest’ offer a compelling tour of the mountain’s recent history, from snowboard descents in the early 2000s to the deadly earthquake of 2015
Marine biologists aren’t impressed with Netflix’s hit documentary on ocean conservation. They recommended some other films on the subject for us.
An outdoor art exhibition in California’s Coachella Valley tackles subjects like Indigenous land rights, migration, and embodied memory
In his new book, ‘The Nation of Plants,’ botanist Stefano Mancuso suggests that human democracies may have something to learn from the world’s trees and flowers
It might seem embarrassing at first, but putting a costume on your dog will likely result in more pets for him and more laughs for you
In his new book ‘A Most Remarkable Creature,’ indie musician and writer Jonathan Meiburg travels to the bottom of the planet to investigate a very strange bird of prey that puzzled Darwin himself
‘The Good Place,’ a UN ambassador’s memoir, and a new true-crime podcast were just some of our favorites this month
Kale Williams’s new book, ‘The Loneliest Polar Bear,’ offers readers an adorable polar bear cub—and a roving, clear-eyed exploration of climate change and how the bears captured the public imagination
Immerse yourself in stories about one of Bimini’s best bonefish guides, and meet a cast of Aussies exploring an outpost in French Polynesia
These recently translated titles are available in English for the first time
Proposed laws in more than two dozen states seek to exclude transgender youth from interscholastic sports, depriving them of community and confidence-building skills
What I learned about love, loss, and landscape over two decades of living in a 1961 Artcraft mobile home in the Utah desert
The untold story of why a generation of dreamers abandoned promising lives to deliver pizza and chase their wildest powder dreams
You’re actively running and cycling, but your partner’s on the sidelines. Here are tips on coping with this challenging dynamic.
For most Americans, the naming of a secretary of the interior is of little consequence. However, as a Navajo man, who holds this position has defined much of my life, and the recent appointing of Deb Haaland marks a groundbreaking moment.
In a new documentary from director Caroline Treadway, athletes like Emily Harrington and Kai Lightner open up about their path to recovery
A new book by the acclaimed science journalist Michelle Nijhuis looks at human attempts to save other species from extinction, from John Muir to the World Wildlife Fund
And things got rocky fast. Our correspondent talks to Jennifer Miller about Colorado, misconceptions, and a mysterious type of footwear called “hiking sandals.”
In an excerpt from ‘In Search of Mycotopia,’ a new book about different communities exploring the multiple uses of fungi and mushrooms, the author goes foraging with William Padilla-Brown, a rising star in the mycological movement
The books, films, music, and more that our editors couldn’t stop talking about
These recent literary works feature unsettling tales set in familiar locations
The legendary filmmaker pioneered the stoke film and helped create skiing’s counterculture, but ‘Ski Bum’ on Discovery+ shows how his life behind the scenes was anything but easy
Few activities are more self-sufficiently satisfying
Expert tips, gear, and skills that will help you take your adventure photography to the next level
The nonprofit Skiku has brought nordic skiing to thousands of Native kids in Alaska, where access to the sport has historically been limited
Totally normal ways to keep the conversation moving
The Outside team is excited to announce we’re joining forces with a company that’s changing the face of the outdoor and active-lifestyle market
Chloé Zhao’s new film follows a baby boomer who moves into her van after the Great Recession
From a look at modern ghost towns to a documentary musical, these shows have something for everyone
Last year, the American Ornithological Society accepted a proposal to rename a bird linked to a racist figure. And there's more where that came from.
Host Laura Borichevsky fearlessly goes where no man has gone before
Sometimes our darkest moments create the best kind of magic
It's not just about saying you're sorry. You should also explain how you'll do better next time.
In her new book, 'Unsolaced,' the acclaimed nature writer's prose is as beautiful as always, but her analysis of global warming is disappointing
The books, movies, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
American kids are less likely to play in a youth sports league than ever before. But as 2020's surge in outdoor activities showed, we have a huge opportunity to get this generation moving again.
You have some options beyond that perfectly formulated post-workout beverage
Photographer Shaun Price captures images of a project to build a mobile bike repair center during COVID-19