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Woniya Thibeault, winner of ‘Alone Frozen’ writes that a participant’s physical and mental characteristics provide signs of their overall strength on the survival show
Articles editor Frederick Dreier recaps the second episode of ‘Alone’ Africa, which saw one contestant tap out after enjoying early success
A selection of (mostly) new titles for fans of science, endurance, fitness, and adventure
Zombies might be fiction, but Season 2 of 'The Last of Us' still has me planning for the end times. Could the show's Seattle setting be the climate haven I've been looking for?
We spoke to the Academy Award-winning actor about his new three-part docuseries for Fox Nation, which chronicles the 1903 meeting between Theodore Roosevelt and John Muir in Yosemite National Park
Awe doesn’t have to be reserved for far-flung places. Instead, take a moment to learn about the landscape just outside your door.
Paige McClanahan, the author of ‘The New Tourist: Waking Up to the Power and Perils of Travel,’ lays out exactly how we can do better
From power struggles over land to the ultra-wealthy pushing out locals, some parts of the hit TV show, which just premiered the second half of its fifth season, aren’t that far from the truth
An excerpt from Brendan Leonard’s new book ‘Ultra-Something,’ which explores why we’re so drawn to the long haul
Kevin Kelly's new book is full of wisdom that applies equally to life as it does to adventure, whether that's a day hike or a big expedition
Journalist Natasha Singer has covered everything from human-rights issues to tech. But early in her career, we sent her to a gala in Alaska to report on pants. The resulting ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Classic was one of our most-loved features.
The world's most interesting video game designer just hid a treasure in the woods. What's he up to?
When Ada Limón, America’s first Latina poet laureate, was tasked with bringing poetry to people who otherwise might not be exposed to it, she knew just where to put it: National Parks
After a remarkable 20-year stretch as a journalist, Don Katz switched hats and created one of the most successful tech and media startups of all time. Here he talks about how a love of words fueled his ambitions in both professional pursuits.
What’s stranger than a story about people stuffing ferrets down their pants? How about that story leading the writer to create one of the largest, most successful digital media companies, ever
The longevity influencer, doctor, and bestselling author wants to change the way we take care of ourselves. Does it work?
Ada Limón, America’s first Latina poet laureate, is helping us rethink wild spaces with some perfectly placed poems at a park near you
Brendan Leonard, the author and illustrator behind the beloved Semi-Rad blog, explains his process
After ‘My Octopus Teacher’ won the Oscar for Best Documentary, the producers realized they had left an important voice out of their movie—indigenous South Africans who had been silenced and separated from the ocean by apartheid
Whether you’re writing your first book or telling a story around a campfire, here’s the secret to capturing your audience right from the start
It’s not a joke: This genre-defining trio are part of the speaker series at the ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Festival in Denver, June 1-2, along with Quannah ChasingHorse, Jeremy Jones, Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, and many others
One editor’s thoughts on the Asian American illusion of belonging. Plus, how this spearfisher, freediver, shark whisperer, and entrepreneur lives her most badass life, and more from the ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ archives.
Catch an action-packed lineup featuring diverse athletes and filmmakers at the inaugural ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Festival in Denver on June 1 and 2
We spoke with Eric Hansen about an ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ writing career that ranged from stunt comedy to investigative reporting—and led to a new career in international health
By bringing together incredible music, inspiring speakers, riveting adventure films, sports and wellness activities, outdoor industry leaders, and a whole lot of gear, ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ has created a celebratory event with real purpose Â
The inaugural event in Denver features Fleet Foxes, Thundercat, Lettuce, Andrew Bird, Say She She, and The Heavy Heavy, with adventure films, an ideas summit, and climbing competitions also in the mix
Diehard football fans have something to teach trail runners, skimo racers, and other competitive athletes
Our newest brand, powered by the editors of ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, is ready to fuel all your running passions
The origin story of a groundbreaking organization for Black skiers, the young scientist building a more inclusive STEM community, and more from the ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ archives.
Elias Cairo, host of ‘The Game Show’ on ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Watch, has staked his livelihood on all things meat
Jacqueline Alnes’ new book, ‘The Fruit Cure: The Story of Extreme Wellness Turned Sour,’ is part memoir, part cultural critique of wellness and diet culture
A selection of (mostly) new titles for fans of science, endurance, fitness, and adventure
Our founding host, Peter Frick-Wright, is returning—and we couldn’t be more excited
Starring Annette Bening and Jodie Foster, the new Netflix film paints a critical portrait of the marathon swimmer
In a conversation among three hall-of-fame veterans from ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ’s early years, E. Jean Carroll talks about her life, her career, and how she came to write a funny, much loved story that had serious feminist intent
A delightfully low-budget documentary about the Seven Summits (of a Montana neighborhood)
In the new PBS documentary 'The American Buffalo' by Ken Burns, the filmmaker goes deep on the near-extermination of bison, unearthing stories that shaped—and still haunt—this country's soul
Maria Coffey’s new book, ‘Instead,’ offers wise perspective on one of the most important choices a woman can make
‘Limits’ makes fun of the challenge of landing a professional contract in a way that will delight fans and non-fans alike
Nearly half a million listeners download ‘Tooth and Claw’ each month. Can the show also help save the animals it profiles?
A new documentary, ‘Walking Two Worlds,’ chronicles Quannah’s rise in fashion alongside her activism on behalf of the climate and her Indigenous community in Alaska
Whether you’re looking for a breezy podcast to keep you company on the trail or a hefty novel to pack on your next big trip, you’ll want to move these new releases to the top of your queue
A podcast exploring solutions to the Colorado River crisis, a film about a leading advocate of Title IX, and more
I want my two-year-old to grow up loving the outdoors, but I also want him to be safe. ‘Scouts Honor,’ a powerful new Netflix documentary about the horrific history of child sex abuse in the Boy Scouts of America, left me feeling angry, sickened, and permanently doubtful that the organization should be part of his life.
Yes, we saw the Barbie movie. But we also got caught up on other recent film releases, enjoyed some summer tunes, and knocked a few books off of our reading lists.
An elaborate scheme targeted toy giant Mattel and the plastics industry by capitalizing on our big pink moment
Bring the movie of the year to your local trailhead this summer
A documentary about a historically Black summer camp, the new podcast from Serial Productions, essential books about pirates, Netflix specials featuring Oprah, Michelle Obama, and Viola Davis, and more
Based on the knowledge of expert contacts in the submersibles field, I felt certain almost immediately that OceanGate’s deep-sea vehicle had imploded. Why did the media spend so many days pushing the fantasy that there was still a chance?
We talked to one of America’s best young writers about race and culture. The subject was an essay that helped fundamentally change our understanding of the challenges that historically marginalized people face in the outdoors.
In honor of Juneteenth, we’d like to shout out some of the most impressive and impactful leaders of color working to make the outdoors more inclusive for all
A collection of essays about agriculture and water pollution, the latest survival reality show, a podcast about clothing, the new ’Legend of Zelda’ game, and more
‘Nothing’s for Free’ chronicles the history of freeride mountain biking
Our editors listened to a podcast about Indigenous resistance, watched a film about Palestinian climbers, and checked a few more books off of our reading lists
‘Wild and Precious’ is a memorial to the beloved American poet and a celebration of her work
Reed Hastings is the latest mogul to enter the U.S. ski industry
A warming planet is the enemy in ‘Terra Nil,’ the new video game for eco-friendly players. We tried it and came away inspired.
‘Wild Life,’ a new film by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, chronicles Tompkins’s life as one of the world’s most influential conservationists
New music by boygenius, a text exploring the governance of natural resources, ‘South Side,’ ‘She Said,’ and more
After a frightening accident, the veteran journalist reset her approach to work and life. The result was a surge in creativity.
Since Linden began her career, there’s been a dramatic shift in how professional runners promote and present themselves to the world. We caught up with her about her new podcast, the expansion of running media, and how she decides whether to fire off a spicy tweet. Â
Discover stories from Backpacker, ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Online, Clean Eating, Climbing, and other brands across the ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Network
An expert gives us an insight on cordyceps, and it turns out we have no reason to fear
Executive producer Grant Kahler explains how the outdoor reality show went from a social experiment to survival of the meanest
The eight-episode series ‘Outlast’ pits survivalists against each other in a cruel game of psychological torture
After dreaming about performing the works of the acclaimed author for decades, Nick Offerman finally got his shot—and realized he wasn’t worthy
Great news: you can now explore our entire network, taste-test everything, and easily share stories you love
Emily Pennington wanted to see it all. But life on the road was fiercer than she ever imagined.
Two Academy Award nominees, books of poetry and sound, Korean American cooking, and a learning app
From a 1970s classic to a sinking ship blockbuster, a disaster-film superfan rates the six best ever
The track star turned filmmaker turned ultrarunner reflects on her ever-evolving relationship with the sport
Eighties throwbacks, new Netflix series, a bird board game, and kids’ music that isn’t by Raffi
From the whimsical to the epic, these are our favorite stories of the year
The shredders, climbers, policy-makers, barrier breakers, and scientists who forever changed the way we view the world
In an excerpt from ‘Small Game,‘ her first novel, ¹ú²ú³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ contributing editor Blair Braverman introduces a cast of characters who will be dropped in a remote landscape for a survival competition. An ominous future awaits them.