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Cory McDonald's main goal was to restore his health on the Pacific Crest Trail. Becoming a YouTube star, getting stalked, and meeting the perfect girl were just exhilarating extras.
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
John Plant created a huge following on his channel, Primitive Technology, by making silent videos of himself fashioning tools and erecting shelters with just what he finds in nature. Now he's releasing a book so his fans can join in.
New movies and documentaries dig into mental health, dogsled racing, and why you should reconsider that lighthouse-keeping gig
Plants as criminal evidence and penguin sex lead the way in the latest batch of good reading material
Nutrition science isn't perfect. Here's why.
In 1986, Sharon Wood became the first North American woman to climb the world's tallest peak. Now she's opening up about her experience—on and off the mountain.
When Jeff Gordinier accepted an invite from chef René Redzepi to hunt for tacos in Mexico, he had no idea what he was getting into
Cycling is already mainstream. It’s time for the media to catch up.
Every year, explore.org calls on its A-team to capture the rotund glory of Katmai National Park’s brown bears
The once idyllic coastal area of California has been besieged by tourists, and residents worry that lasting environmental damage is being done. But how can you tell visitors not to come when tourism supports so many? One local, Josh Marcus, looks for solutions.
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Save This Rhino, a new documentary from acclaimed surf filmmaker Taylor Steele, chronicles the bloody struggle to save an iconic species from extinction
The author of 'Digital Minimalism' explains how you can maximize your free time
Princess Daazhraii Johnson, a creative producer for the PBS series, tells ϳԹ that the show is a "way of saying that it’s OK to be who you are, you should be proud of that."
"The book was fine but I hated the story"
A new documentary follows two Western athletes as they travel to the Hermit Kingdom to participate in its only sporting event open to foreigners
Summer jams can't last forever. The Highwomen lead the way on our mix for fall road trips and campouts.
What we teach our kids about nutrition can impact them for the rest of their lives
In 'The Outlaw Ocean,' Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Ian Urbina explores the sprawling systems of abuse and corruption that rule the high seas
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Thanks to drone footage, we now know how often sharks are close to us in the ocean
The leaders who have grown it into a nationwide organization talk about where they aim to take it next
Adding World Tour events just for women is a huge step forward for professional cycling. But real change has to come from the UCI.
The explorer’s crossing of Antarctica put him in the spotlight. His skill in presenting himself to audiences hungry for vulnerable heroes will keep him there.
As Wyn Wiley, the creator of the drag-queen Instagram star, explains, it all started when he grabbed some six-inch heels buried in his closet and decided to take a risk
The man who took the most shocking Everest photo of the year is about to break one of mountaineering's stoutest records
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
The story of what happened after a climber spotted a religious figure mounted on the wall of her local climbing gym
Fifteen classics of the genre that share campfire tales, athlete interviews, and the occasional Bigfoot search
Ida Pfeiffer sailed the oceans, trekked through jungles, and scaled peaks, becoming one of the most famous women in Europe in the early 1800s
For decades professional bike racing has marginalized women riders and lagged behind nearly every major sport in promoting gender equality. Retired star Iris Slappendel is changing that.
Diversify your Instagram feed with plus-size ultrarunners, kayakers, and other bold outdoorspeople who want you to love getting out there too
And other funny shit that happens in the woods
Who says dystopian climate sci-fi and mountain-survival stories aren't beach reads?
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
The new documentary Maiden tells the story of the first all-female sailing team to finish the Whitbread Round the World Race. We talked with the crew's skipper about the historic feat.
Larry Burke wins a lifetime achievement award at Outdoor Retailer
ϳԹ’s founder, Larry Burke, has won a Lifetime Achievement Award
Robert Macfarlane finds beauty in the dark recesses of the world—caves, subterranean rivers, even a hidden laboratory
You can't force your way to healthy habits
Two new books, 'The Fate of Food' and 'The Way We Eat Now,' look at diet on a global level for a complementary view of our changing food systems
What does it mean to be a well-read outdoorsperson in 2019? We have 54 new ideas. Yes, we still love Cheryl Strayed and John McPhee, but here's an updated class of noteworthy additions.
In 'Running to the Edge,' a new book by New York Times sports editor Matthew Futterman, we learn the fascinating backstory of Bob Larsen, the man who coached Meb to glory
Marin Sardy's first memoir is a thoughtful, sometimes heartbreaking look at life with her brother and mother, who both suffered mental illness
Some incredible pups have accompanied explorers (or even gone solo into the unknown) over the centuries
The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
You might not like his style, but Sir Mo gives his sport some much-needed attitude
The largest promoter in road-bike racing is backing away from what may be the sport's future
How much does the world need to know about a deadly bear attack? That question was tested in the Yukon last year, after the horrific loss of a mother and daughter caused a destructive media storm.
Alysia Montaño’s story is yet another reminder of how contracted endurance athletes often have to choose between having a career and a life
But do remember that it can be a powerful mental-health tool and go beyond the whitewashed Instagram posts to focus on improving access to the outdoors for those who need it most
New accounts sharing bad behavior, plus public stands from notable climbers, are bringing gross online interactions into the light
Look no further for your go-to playlist for the long hauls
Michigan-raised writer Dean Kuipers and his brothers had a problem with their father: he had alienated all of them, and his attempt to regain their affection with a hunting property he’d bought only made things worse. Then something wonderful happened, rooted in their shared love of wild places. An exclusive excerpt from Kuipers's new memoir ‘The Deer Camp.’
A fascinating data analysis of the 381 painting the beloved artist did for his TV show will have you looking at him in a whole new light
What the media gets wrong, and why, says a lot about how our society views vulnerable road users
Caroline Van Hemert recounts an epic North American journey in her memoir 'The Sun Is a Compass.' But it's a lot more than just a gripping ride-along.
Society has primed us to care about ego and status. Here's how to get past that.
If there’s one thing that makes Americans uncomfortable, it’s successful women
It's almost summer. Here's how to avoid loading up on junk food as you fly off to mountain and beach adventures.
Seventeen essential strategies for how to make your adventuring more fun, affordable, and hassle-free
For this veteran journalist, the intoxicating freedom of traveling solo outweighs the risks every time. Here are her life-on-the-road strategies.
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The books, movies, podcasts, music, and more that our editors couldn't stop talking about
Two years ago, the climbing photographer known as Nathan Smith saw no way out, after struggling for years with gender-identity issues in the male-dominated outdoor industry. Then—slowly, bravely—Nikki introduced herself to the world.
Yes, we used our expert knowledge to rank fictional equipment
Tips (including how to make the most of the barter system) from a woman who makes below the average U.S. household income
From 'The Suble Art of Not Giving a F*ck' to 'Sapiens,' this professional mountain biker doesn't mess around when it comes to reading good books
In his latest book, he unpacks our ineffectiveness in the face of climate change and connects the dots on what the future might be like
The new book 'Down from the Mountain' explores the fine line bears walk between the wilderness and suburbia
A recent report found that 259 people died between 2011 and 2017 while stepping in front of the camera in often dangerous destinations. Our writer went deep on the psychology of selfies to figure out what's behind our obsession with capturing extreme risk-taking.
‘Vanlife Diaries: Finding Freedom on the Open Road’ will spark your wanderlust
But the flip side is that your healthy fitness habits—so deemed by lurking insurance companies—could lower premiums
He sold his first photograph at 14 and has been making pictures ever since
As outdoor-recreation tourism booms, these places have been forced to find innovative (and sometimes desperate) ways of adapting to and curbing the steady stream of tourists each season