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It’s not just the gear purchases—it’s how we think about the future. Here’s the ϳԹ guide to getting your financial $hit together, no selling out required.
Introducing ϳԹ+, a whole new way to feed your outdoor passions
Quick fixes and one-size-fits-all solutions abound in the world of wellness influencers. Here’s why you should avoid them.
Here’s what to do when your little one brings up sea-level rise, extinction, wildfires, and other ecological griefs
Hiking remains a rare modern opportunity to be stunned by the unknown. Don’t spoil it by obsessing over a bunch of YouTube videos.
By valuing relatability over action shots, TikTok may be ushering in a new era of outdoor creators and celebrities
If you can’t make the in-person showings in Colorado, you can stream these new adventure films from your living room
Body fat is not a reliable indicator of health. So why are we obsessed with it?
In their ϳԹ 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
Conservation International CEO M. Sanjayan saw our relationship to the planet in a new way after a series of remarkable adventures
‘Nike’s Big Bet’ argues that the banned coach is too important to the company’s image
The coronavirus has put climbers and workers in even more danger than usual
Facebook is developing a new app for children, and advocates think it’s a terrible idea
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
Journalist Ian Urbina is revealing the lawlessness of the open ocean in ways you’d never imagine
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.
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
This week’s episode of HBO’s ‘Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel’ offers raw scenes from the infamous race
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
Watching strangers get their spines adjusted on Chirogram is my pandemic catharsis
A recent incident involving a renowned wildlife photographer allegedly baiting foxes at Grand Teton sheds light on a larger issue
Race performance still matters more than social media. For now.
The untold story of why a generation of dreamers abandoned promising lives to deliver pizza and chase their wildest powder dreams
This season the Nepalese government says it will require climbers and guides to get permission from its Department of Tourism before disseminating images of others on the mountain. Enforcing it won’t be easy.
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
In 1967, Marlon Brando bought a tiny atoll near Tahiti with the aim of preserving it as a tropical paradise. That effort continues, supported by a resort where Beyoncé, Obama, and other big shots chill next to a stunning private lagoon. Hampton Sides went there to meet with scientists and splash around an eco-fantasy island.
The billionaire philanthropist has thrown his wealth at some of the world’s most intractable problems, drawing both praise and criticism along the way. His approach to tackling the climate crisis is no different.
The ϳԹ team is excited to announce we’re joining forces with a company that’s changing the face of the outdoor and active-lifestyle market
From a look at modern ghost towns to a documentary musical, these shows have something for everyone
Host Laura Borichevsky fearlessly goes where no man has gone before
'Bravey' delves into the Olympian's experiences with depression and losing her mother to suicide
The books, movies, podcasts, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Because it's make-a-year-end-list season
'MeatEater' host Steven Rinella and adventure photographer Krystle Wright on the experiences that changed them
These reads will make meaningful gifts this holiday season
Ken Layne left an influential career in digital media to create 'Desert Oracle,' a cult-favorite radio show and print periodical based in Joshua Tree that explores everything from the political to the paranormal. Now it's being released as a book.
Can the IOC create an internationally applicable code of conduct for Olympic protest?
The tour's latest installment, premiering virtually amid the pandemic, comprises four films that show off epic climbs from around the world, but not from the usual suspects
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
In the spell of a week, a mysterious monolith appeared in the Utah desert and was subsequently removed by some slackline bros. The saga has raised more questions than answers.
Her essays on the challenges African Americans face in the outdoors spurred an outpouring of questions from readers. This is her response.
These fascinating shows offer a behind-the-scenes look at conservation battles and youth climate activism
After running 2:31:49 and setting a U.S. junior record in the marathon, college freshman Tierney Wolfgram wants to try her hand at shorter events
A quarantine backyard ultramarathon. Thousands of protesters on bikes. This year brought the unexpected in countless forms. Here’s who (and what) had the biggest impact on the outdoor world.
After the achievement of a lifetime, a few very important details got lost in translation
The majority of my favorite days have been on trails that wouldn't make anyone's list
The books, movies, podcasts, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
These maps are packed with information about current conditions. All you need to know is how to interpret them.
According to Chris Watson, the man behind your favorite wildlife soundtracks, we're just becoming better listeners
Chris Watson, the legendary field recordist for David Attenborough’s films, says this is a unique opportunity to discover the art and pleasure of hearing our world
What was promoted as an innovative new online event has come to a halt as employees and contractors allege missed payments
Journalist James Nestor explains how humans started breathing wrong—and why relearning this lost art is so transformative
In 'Above the Clouds,' the world's greatest ultrarunner recounts the lifelong effort that led him to the tallest mountain on earth
Professional climber Kai Lightner maps out how the outdoor community can build successful diversity and inclusion initiatives
A serious exploration of a topic that a lot of people don't take seriously
'Clarity' dives into North America's largest alpine lake, highlighting the beauty of, and threats to, its renowned clear water
Coronavirus hasn't stopped Italian heartthrob and two-wheeled avenger Vittorio Brumotti from righting society's wrongs. The cyclist has delighted audiences with his TV news segment "100% Brumotti," shaming people for parking in handicapped spaces and taking on no less than the Mafia. We ride along with Italy's favorite bike hero.
The books, TV shows, podcasts, and music that our editors couldn't stop talking about last month
A new school of social-media influencers are giving hunting a fresh and decidedly female face. Our writer joins two rising stars of “huntstagram” in the Arizona backcountry to chase mule deer for her first time—and see if she can stomach what it takes to be an omnivore.
Artist Jackson Stell is crafting music that captures the ecstatic feelings we have when we venture into the natural world
As RV rentals and purchases continue to skyrocket, these three startups are going beyond the basic rental scheme to be more on demand, millennial focused, and remote-work-friendly
The marine biologist wants us all to start asking a new question: What does the future look like if we get it right?
How L. Renee Blount, a.k.a. Instagram's @urbanclimbr, blended her passions for climbing, travel, and design into a budding photography career
Staying connected and productive on the move can be tough. Here's how to make it easier.
After a two-decade hiatus, the 'world's toughest race' returns at just the right moment—this time with Bear Grylls
Two documentaries, 'Big Fur' and 'Stuffed,' set out to show that this sticky-fingered branch of natural history is full of beauty and wonder. Do they succeed? Our reviewer, who knows a lot more about the subject than he ought to, says yes.
The books, movies, podcasts, and music that our editors couldn't stop talking about
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The climbing prodigy's book, 'How to Solve a Problem,' teaches youth how to approach seemingly impossible challenges
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
In an excerpt from 'The Cold Vanish,' a new book about people who disappear in the wild, ϳԹ contributor Jon Billman looks at the rare, tragic case of a fat-tire rider who couldn't be found
The work must continue long after the protests end. Here's how to start.
From Houston to Minneapolis, protesters on horseback are sending a powerful message
"For too long, Facebook has failed to take sufficient steps to stop the spread of hateful lies and dangerous propaganda on its platform"
The professional mountain biker has never made race a platform. But amid the protests against racial injustice, he opens up about being Black in a predominantly white sport, the challenges he's faced on and off the track, and what we can all do to address bias in the outdoor community.
The women's running apparel company just signed activist Alison Désir and diversity and inclusion consultant Courtney Carter and is creating an advisory group to prioritize diverse voices