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History tells us why skiing—and the outdoors in general—lacks diversity. Thanks to the work of dedicated groups, this is slowly changing.
They don’t need to be huge—just big enough to store all your gear and all your dreams
Your family’s next adventure begins when the sun goes down
In a new short-story collection by Claire Boyles, we meet characters struggling with family, health troubles, and environmental issues in the West
After a year spent inside with too much time on his hands, a writer survives two days in the woods with only the equipment available to his hobbit alter ego—rapier and lute included
Personal-finance guru Mr. Money Mustache breaks down how Outside readers can stop wasting hard-earned cash on expensive gear and trips and start putting it toward real freedom: the financial kind
It’s not just the gear purchases—it’s how we think about the future. Here’s the Outside guide to getting your financial $hit together, no selling out required.
The country singer-songwriter talks to Outside about the restorative power of nature, the unexpected blessings of quarantine, and the origins of his album ‘Country Again: Side A’
I gave my 12-year-olds the Rand McNally on our 300-mile drive from Atlanta to the South Carolina coast to impart the joys of reading an old-school physical map
Leaders of the nonprofit Indigenous Women Outdoors describe how learning about the traditional territories where they ski and snowboard enhances their time outside and connects them with their ancestors
Oprah’s interview with Elliot Page, a history of the national park system centering Indigenous perspectives, and more
The ultimate guide to one of the Southwest’s best under-the-radar mountain towns
Show your love for your companion with comfy beds and other luxuries
Tips for calming your own nerves—and those of people who love you
From ‘Naked and Afraid’ to ‘Running Wild with Bear Grylls,’ these are our picks for the most riveting adventure series on TV
Journalist Emma Marris’s new book, ‘Wild Souls,’ asks us to reconsider our relationship to the nonhuman world
Here’s what to do when your little one brings up sea-level rise, extinction, wildfires, and other ecological griefs
Claire Nelson’s memoir, ‘Things I Learned from Falling,’ describes how a spill from atop a 25-foot boulder in Joshua Tree National Park changed her life
This season’s best new podcasts include a thoughtful true-crime show set in Malibu and a history of climbing hosted by Alex Honnold
After losing her father to Alzheimer’s disease, one writer reflects on her relationship with grief and running—and the connections between the two
When you start a new sport, everything will be hard, perplexing, and intimidating. But your brain will be on fire.
We asked movers and shakers in different corners of the outdoor world about what people can do to make certain spaces and sports more welcoming for all
No matter where you go in Texas, you’ll find trails for every kind of hiker
He wanted to be the best man he could be. This required some bold and questionable choices.
Camping solo may not always be easy, but it'll always be worth it
By valuing relatability over action shots, TikTok may be ushering in a new era of outdoor creators and celebrities
In ‘Camping Grounds,’ Phoebe S.K. Young reminds us that sleeping outdoors is far more than just a recreational hobby
There you are, at the bottom of a hill, on foot, or on your bike, or on skis, ready to start up. But are you really ready? Here are a few strategies you might consider. 1. Choosing More Pain for Less Time by Going Faster over Less Pain for More…
‘The Great Pottery Throw Down,’ an eye-opening anthology about climate change, and an Oscar-winning film starring Mads Mikkelsen
With working conditions like these, who would let their babies grow up to race bikes for a living?
Cecilia Blomdahl’s viral videos are a window into an unfamiliar world full of polar bears, reindeer, and adventures on snowmobiles. But they also offer suprisingly resonant insights for those of us who’ve just spent a year in quarantine.
Show your pride outside during the month of June for a chance to win $2,300 in prizes
It's time to stop judging people for how they recreate outside
A special 30-day series celebrating nonprofits working for LGBTQ+ inclusivity
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.
If you can’t make the in-person showings in Colorado, you can stream these new adventure films from your living room
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
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
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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.
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
When Sanni McCandless started dating legendary climber Alex Honnold, she never expected that millions of people would soon be watching her relationship on screen
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
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