Lifestyle

8 Inspiring surf photographers to follow

Jessica Cho

Review: Crazy Creek HEX 2.0 Original Chair

Patrick O'Hare

I have sat in many a Crazy Creek chair around campfires and in backcountry sites, but I’ve never had one to call my own and put through its paces. Call me a convert as the Crazy Creek Hex 2.0 is an improvement upon a classic that’s lighter, comfier, and more stylish.

How to fall in love with Lake Tahoe (if you don't ski or snowboard)

Christine La

9 Black vanlifers and traveler bloggers you should know

Outbound

Review: Outdoor Research Shadow Insulated Hoodie

Ben Dawson

In the ever-growing world of outerwear it’s hard for products to actually stand out.

5 Amazing Black photographers and documentarians you should follow

Outbound

16 Favorite Winter Hikes in the Pacific Northwest

PNW Happy Hikers

A 200+ Mile Cycling Adventure in the Florida Keys

Erin McGrady

From Key Largo to Key West and back on old, used bikes.

Review : Cotopaxi Women’s Teca Calido Hooded Jacket

Kelly Greene

When I pulled this jacket out of the box, I was excited to see the retro-inspired styling and colors that Cotopaxi is known for.

Give guide - Support these 8 community partners!

Outbound

It's time for end-of-year giving! Give money, in-kind donations, or time in honor of someone you love to these 8 organizations connecting historically underrepresented people with the outdoors.

Ski pregame: Early season preparation

Dani Reyes-Acosta

Before ski season starts, we have to prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally. This story centers on an intersectional approach to pre-season training, snowpack (and personal) investigation.

Conversations with Cool People: Julia Nadler

Jessica Cho

Ever wondered what it's like to live and adventure abroad? Ever itched to do something way out of your comfort zone? Learn more about Julia's experience moving abroad to New Zealand after graduating from college and getting outdoors to appreciate the beautiful landscape!

Learning how to "winter" after a decade of snowbirding

Amanda E. Machado

Three weeks in Alaska showed me another way of considering time.

Summer In The Smokies

Angie Vasquez

Let's talk about favorite places I visited while living in the Smoky Mountains/Pigeon Forge area of Tennessee

Festive cocktails and mocktails for your holiday gathering

Noël Russell

Serve up some holiday drinks that feel festive with hints of wintery flavors like cinnamon and clove. Mull, dash, infuse, then pour these alcoholic and non-alcoholic concoctions and spice things up (literally) during your holiday gatherings this season!

The Smells of Grandma's House

Angie Vasquez

Skipping the holidays for several years made me extra thankful for my grandma's cornbread, mac and cheese, and chitlins.

A How-to Guide for Holiday Gathering with Dogs

Hatie Parmeter

Many people have adopted dogs during the pandemic and can’t wait for the chance to introduce them to loved ones during the winter holidays. Here’s a guide for making sure your canine companion safely enjoys these gatherings as much as you do!

Inhale / Exhale

Kyle Kotajarvi

Kyle Kotajarvi is a photographer and filmmaker based in Seattle, WA. The following essay is about what inspired him to create his short film Inhale / Exhale - a mental-health-focused narrative about our need for the outdoors through the trials and tribulations of the past few years.

3 Recipes to elevate your camp food game

Paulina Dao

Want to impress your friends and improve your camp food options? Try these three recipes!

Gather: The 2021 Holiday Guide

The Outbound

Many people are spending the 2021 holidays with loved ones for the first time since the pandemic began. Instead of a traditional gift guide full of products, we're sharing intimate stories of family gatherings, recipes, DIY projects, and ways to enjoy one another's company. We hope you love it!

Review: HOKA Anacapa Mid GORE-TEX Hiking Boots

Samara Almonte

The perfect hiking boot for all casual walks, hikes, and everyday wear.

Pedaling Through North Carolina's Scenic Yadkin Valley

Erin McGrady

Mountain biking trails, greenways, wineries, and more.

7 Days of Adventure in Sarasota & The Keys

Sara Sheehy

Before the first cold snap hits, we're already dreaming of winter adventures in Florida.

Van life So Far, Reflections

Angie Vasquez

I built out a van and traveled across the U.S. during the pandemic. I made new friends, reunited with old ones, and reconnected with family. Through breakdowns and uncomfortable parking spots, I learned that I live out of the van, not in it.