The fiberglass menagerie before you is made up of 34 animatronic beasts, created for Spy in the Wild, a Nature miniseries on PBS in which cameras disguised as animals embed with the real beasts for an immersive take on the nature documentary.

Valentine's Day is coming, so we put together a list of gifts that will help you truly enjoy spending the night outside

Nature documentaries offer the chance to teach your kids about the beauty and diversity of our planet

On Kauai, residents worry less about whether genetically-modified food is safe to eat and more about what the pesticides used to test them are doing to their bodies. In an excerpt from his new book, 'Food Fight,' the author hits the ground to find out just what's happening.

This week, we've got Daniel Norgren performing Everything You Know Melts Away Like Snow.

'World, Chase Me Down' is a nonstop crime adventure novel. Even better, most of it actually happened.

The U.S. ski culture’s 10 oldest, weirdest events—official and unofficial

From filmmaker Germain Lalot and writer Claire Endress, MySon is a short film about a mother bringing a son into this complex world.

Apart from the Olympics, no one’s really watching the best athletes on the planet compete and perform live. Probably because their events are not very entertaining.

Noted adventure writer Colin Thubron's latest novel tells the story of residents trapped in a burning building—but it also distills what he's learned over a lifetime of nomadism

If we want to create a new generation of activists who care about the environment and women's rights, then children need to be exposed to political controversy

But that's finally starting to change—and these five CEOs, writers, and activists are helping to lead the charge

Conservation and recreation make a strong showing in both documentaries and dramas at this year's festival

Given is the simple tale of a unique family legacy.

This week, we've got Cory Henry & the Funk Apostles performing "The Way You Make Me Feel."

Because no one will remember this storm as much as the children who got to stay home because of it

'Chasing Coral,' a new film premiering at Sundance, chronicles the desperate adventure of documenting the most imperiled ecosystems on earth

The best schools know that kids learn when their noses aren't shoved in textbooks all the time

When Douglas Preston joined an expedition searching for the ancient Ciudad Blanca, he realized there may have been some truth to the warning not to enter the place

In an always-connected society, the urge to unplug has never been stronger. A new book takes a fresh look at just how difficult that can be.

The greatest gift a parent can give is teaching their kids to dust off and keep going

'Everest Rescue' is an inside look at a very risky job: performing high-altitude helicopter rescues on the tallest mountain in the world

This week, we've got the Western Centuries performing The Old You.

With the weight of the entire U.S. Government bearing down on them, the Gwich'in people gather together to restore their unified heartbeat.

In retrospect, maybe using the notoriously difficult Ragnar Trail Relay as a way to get back into distance running wasn't the best idea

Nowhere is the quest for simplicity and freedom more pronounced than in the tiny-house movement, which has grown from hipster alternative to mainstream phenomenon faster than an Amish barn raising. Mark Sundeen joins the believers to ask: Has the dream gotten too big?

Meet the Japanese farmers and hunters defending their homeland from the ruthless hogs that—by the way—may have wandered over from Fukushima

Between a Grammy nomination and prepping for a 2017 tour, musician Scott Hansen spoke with us about his obsession with the outdoors

Great audio took over the outdoors world this year, and not just because Outside launched a show of our own in March. Now it's time to take a look back.

Revisit our best videos of the year—picked by you

'Tales of the Wild' explores the stories of four men who are authentically wild. In episode 2, Gaucho, Jakob Von Plessen opens up about his calling to the life of a Gaucho.

In 2013, Kelly Lund started taking photos of his dog. More than a million followers later, the pair have officially gone pro.

Revisit our best of the year—picked by you

No matter who is on your list, these gifts will make sure you're ready for anything

Though it is humble, it will always come to the rescue when nothing else seems right

In May of 2015 leaders of outdoor-focused organizations gathered in Yosemite to discuss the current state of people of color engaging in the outdoors.

Chef Jesse Griffith loves meat. There are no ifs, ands, or (pork) butts about it.

This week, we've got Chanti Darling performing "Grab Onto Me."

Former Navy SEAL Ryan Zinke opposes the Republican land heist. He may be the best environmental hope we have in this administration.

We caught up with photographer Krystle Wright at 5Point Adventure Film Festival to talk about her first dive into filmmaking with, The Mysteries.

In 'The Mysteries', from photographer Krystle Wright and filmmaker Skip Armstrong, Wright seeks to make a dream photo into reality.

Jason Momoa is most known for his rugged exterior in Game of Thrones, but this film looks at his humble beginnings.

These German artists used drones, kites, and projectors to create some of the coolest photos we’ve seen this year

This is what we'll be listening to all winter

Wolf howls, bird songs, crickets, frogs—soundscapes contain clues to not only what's going on around us but also who we are.

Just because you’re ready to shack up with your squeeze, don’t assume your best friend is on board

Nick Lavecchia is a surf photographer in Maine. Watch as Lavecchia shares why this place is so inspiring for him, despite the bitter winters and unpredictable surf.

In Baltimore, a newly mandatory Outward Bound program brings together police and local kids to take steps toward easing tensions

A long form travel book.

The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar

This week, we've got the Deslondes performing Those Were (Could Have Been) The Days.

Professional athletes have more direct influence than ever before thanks to massive social media followings. Now’s the time to start using it.

Meet Susan and her pup Karma, who’s mutual need for exercise brought them together.

Author Michael Branch's new book is a hilarious and thoughtful exploration of how to be a parent in the wild and harsh Nevada desert

In an excerpt from "Raising Wild," Michael Branch examines at the stick—you know, the part of the tree—as legendary plaything, metaphor, and ultimately, just a stick

British citizen Rory Stewart spent the first 36 years of his life exploring everywhere but Britain. In his new book, he finally returns to the country of his nationality and tries to understand it.

Turning puppies into full-fledged dogsledding athletes is a tough endeavor—one we'll explore over the next four months. First up: making sure they're not afraid.

From burning sneakers to Olympic pleas, here's how some of the outdoor world's power players reacted in the week following the election

Meet Jody and his dog Levi. They've both survived major accidents, suffered from extensive surgeries, and stuck by each other's side through everything.

The new movie 'USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage' is heavy on Nicholas Cage and sharks but pales in comparison to the real ordeal

The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar

This week, we've got Promise Land Sound performing "Through the Seasons."

For the past two decades, the website LetsRun.com has straddled the lines between gossip, investigative reporting, and hardcore training advice, angering Nike, USA Track and Field, and traditional media in the process. Charles Bethea joined them at the 2016 Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon, to figure out how they’ve managed to become the most important, and controversial, outlet in competitive running.

In 'The Unnatural World,' journalist David Biello argues that while humans have gotten Earth into a mess, we also have the power to fix it

I went a month without wearing concealer, powder, or mascara. It was scary at first but ultimately revelatory. Here's what I learned.

Ambreen Tariq started the Instagram @brownpeoplecamping to get people to rethink what being outdoorsy means

We all dream of buying that secluded wilderness retreat. But what does it have to offer when the seclusion and wilderness turn out to be mostly in our imagination? Actually, a lot.

The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar

This week, we've got The James Hunter Six performing "(Baby) Hold On."

Vikings star Travis Fimmel has exactly three possessions: his trailer, his pickup truck, and his horse

Garrett McNamara's new autobiography tackles his reputation, his critics, his records, and his less-than-traditional childhood

When it comes to the nature of attraction, the essayist and novelist—whose dozen books include "The Maytrees," about lifelong love on Cape Cod—has learned a thing or two. So when we asked her for some practical wisdom, she didn’t hesitate to dish out a little radical honesty.

More exercise, surprising meals, backcountry escapes, chilling out, and spicy yoga

This big next step is thrilling—and perilous. Proceed with caution.

Your intrepid lifestyle gives you an advantage on Tinder. Now don’t blow it.

Note to potential mates: He gets (mostly) better with age.

Getting hitched is the ­ultimate excuse to go big on a vacation. Don’t waste it.

How to find a partner who shares your passion for living bravely, build a relationship fueled by adventure, and keep happiness alive through kids, career changes, and really bad wipeouts

For those of us who try to raise our children to believe they can accomplish anything, this election offers the chance for that to finally be true

The books, movies, music, podcasts, and other media on our radar