Stories & Voices

Call for Submissions: Journeys Beyond the Trail

Intro The wild is not just a place—it is a mirror. Every climb, dive, ride, or trek is both an outer adventure and an inner revelation. We welcome stories that chart this terrain of courage, failure, triumph, and quiet reflection. What We’re Looking For Personal accounts of outdoor expeditions, from mountaineering to overlanding, skiing to kayaking. Reflections on resilience, connection with nature, and lessons found beyond comfort zones. Diverse...

Call for Submissions: Outdoor Feasts in the Wild

Intro Food tastes different under the open sky. A campfire sparks stories, a shared meal forges bonds, and flavors mingle with wind, rivers, and silence. We invite creators to capture this magic—where nature becomes the kitchen and the table. What We’re Looking For Narratives of outdoor cooking as a cultural or personal ritual. Explorations of flavors shaped by wilderness—from alpine soups to desert teas. Stories where recipes meet memory,...
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A Journey with Four Paws: Adventures and Lessons from the Trail

Jack had always dreamed of hiking the Continental Divide Trail. But this time, he wouldn’t be going alone. His loyal golden retriever, Rusty, would...

Campfire Glory and Wild Flavor

My Journey in an Outdoor Cooking Competition I still remember the early morning mist clinging to the valley floor as I packed my weathered cast-iron...

When the Trail Fights Back How One Hiker’s Appalachian Dream Fell Apart—and What You Can Learn from It

In March 2023, 32-year-old Zach M. stood at the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail (AT), full of hope and ambition. Like thousands of...

A Night of Music, Food, and Connection in the Heart of the Wilderness

In the high meadows of Colorado’s San Juan Mountains, where the air is thin and the silence deep, a group of close friends gathered...

Chris Hemsworth: A Life Shaped by Surfing

Chris Hemsworth, widely recognized for his portrayal of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has long been passionate about surfing—a sport that has significantly...

Sunrise Summits and Shared Trails Easter Adventures in the Outdoors

Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, offered more than just chocolate bunnies and brunch. For thousands of outdoor sports enthusiasts across the United States, it...

Sierra Designs: A Legacy of Innovation and Inclusivity in Outdoor Gear​

Founded in 1965 by Bob Swanson and George Marks in Point Richmond, California, Sierra Designs emerged from a shared passion for the outdoors and...

A Cry Beneath the Waves — A Fisherman’s Encounter with an Injured Sea Turtle Sparks a Deeper Call for Ocean Stewardship

The salt air was calm that morning off the coast of Gulf Shores, Alabama. The sky stretched wide and cloudless over the Gulf of...

Rescue at Eagle Creek

It was the kind of morning hikers dream about—clear skies, crisp mountain air, and the first light breaking through the dense forest canopy of...

Hanging by a Thread on Angel’s Landing

I knew the moment I signed the permit request that this was going to be more than just a hike. Angel’s Landing, nestled in...

Joyful Strides and Shared Bivouacs

Mid-April, with its lengthening days and soft spring air, offered more than just a break from work. For many outdoor enthusiasts, it became a...

How Climbing Became More Than a Sport for a Seaside Community

Walk into Sanctuary Rock Gym on a weekday evening, and you’ll hear laughter echoing through the high-ceilinged space, chalky hands clapping, and ropes clinking...