Indie Outdoors

Musings on mountains, hillwalking, and why we love elevation, by author Ronald Turnbull.

Our goal is to discover, create and curate the best vanlife content to celebrate those who love to explore on four wheels

Contributing platform for outdoor adventure stories and analysis

Twice‑weekly interviews with athletes, guides, and explorers living life to the fullest outside.

Essay‑driven Substack by Jill Homer unpacking endurance feats, mental health and the philosophy of outdoor suffering.

A focus on environmental topics, indigenous issues, technology, politics, and humor.

Award-winning quarterly magazine focusing on alpinism and mountain culture

A 52 page magazine focusing on the outdoors.

Magazine and website covering gear reviews, instruction, how-to, safety, and travel for all things backcountry skiing, telemark, mountaineering & snowboarding.

Podcast extending Backcountry Magazine's conversations with skiers and community members

Canadian biannual print title on nature, culture & sustainable living, blending essays, reportage and art to reconnect people with the outdoors.

Kate Armstrong's newsletter on mountaineering and mindset coaching

Weekly notes on wilderness exploration by bike—trip reports, gear, and wanderlust.

Resource for bikepacking routes and adventure stories with print publication

Community‑supported show celebrating bikepacking, adventure cycling, and life on two wheels.

Meaningful stories hidden behind pictures of snow, surf, skate, and art.

The adventures, insights, and travel tips of a gay digital nomad couple exploring the world.

Adventure‑travel inspiration, destination guides, and photo stories from around the globe.

I once read that I should write something worth reading, or I should do something worth writing about. By Caleb Olson

Sharing the diverse voices, art, and experiences of our worldwide climbing community.

Adam Lee's newsletter and podcast that digitally extends the fun and inclusivity of the trail running community

Art‑forward biannual outdoor magazine guided by the interplay of creativity and time outside; features musicians, designers and athletes close to nature.

Ad‑free biannual celebrating food, art and Midwestern outdoor adventure with rich photo essays and regional travel stories.

Conversations on the people, places, and races that make trail and ultra running the incredible community that it is.

Independent biannual surf culture magazine centering BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and women, expanding the narrative of who surfs and why.

The publication for lovers of good design and the great outdoors

Independent media covering mountain bike news and reviews

Explorations, ecology, and trip ideas in lesser‑visited public lands.

Mountain biking magazine featuring in-depth stories, photography, and rider profiles.

Camp cooking recipes, meal plans, and kitchen tips for life outside.

Deals, stories, and new releases from cottage ultralight gear brands.

Annalise, Cailynn's annalise and Cailynn's newsletter about going outside, outdoor activities and adventures

Canadian climbing magazine printing six times annually with great reporting

Family‑friendly campfire chat on gear, destinations, and skills.

Biannual magazine blending avant‑garde art, philosophy, and snow culture.

Newsletter on outdoor culture and the business of adventure

HiHeyHello is a twice-yearly print magazine celebrating women’s outdoor culture, sitting at the intersection of adventure, sport, and creativity.

West Virginia's only independent outdoor magazine, grassroots and community-driven

A newsletter about writing, creativity, and connection

Professional athlete's newsletter going beyond the finish line into recovery and burnout

Substack newsletter exploring self‑powered travel, slow journeys and living life on one’s own terms.

Andy Kirkpatrick's newsletter on climbing tech and life and death in the mountains

Coach Chris's independent surf storytelling and coaching conversations hosted by Coach Chris

Reflections on making the most of a late entry into the world of competitive trail running.

Bilingual French-English magazine focusing on outdoor travel, photography, and storytelling.

Independent quarterly magazine exploring the culture and history of running

Written by a former hotshot, this newsletter aims to examine and find solace in all of life's stages—from the adrenaline-fueled peaks to the soft in-betweens.

Lifestyle newsletter covering politics, how‑tos, and gear for everyday cycling and bikepacking.

Subscriber‑supported newsletter from modernhiker.com delivering trail beta, closures and commentary on West Coast hiking.

Publication focusing on conservation, sustainability, and access in the context of hunting and outdoor culture.

Independent magazine celebrating mountain culture and adventure

Mehmet's monthly newsletter from Northern Aspect Mountaineering

Personal essays with practical advice about trail running, mountain life & midlife grit.

Cultural musings from the world of outdoor and action sports

Stories of outdoor risk, discovery, and curiosity where wild meets mindset—by Jesse C. McEntee.

Jason Blevins' podcast offering shortcuts to becoming a better skier

Authentic mountain bike media with an irreverent edge from a North Shore perspective

Panel show discussing outdoor news, big events, and social issues across the UK’s outdoor community.

Independent outdoor culture magazine

NHPR show where curiosity and the natural world collide—long‑form reporting on energy, science, and outdoors.

Premium quarterly print publication dedicated to environmentally responsible vehicle‑supported expedition travel, with in‑depth gear reviews and essays.

Conversations with inspiring sea kayakers about destinations, expeditions, and techniques.

Wide‑ranging discussions on bushcraft, survival, and wilderness travel with experts worldwide.

Climate & environment news, hiking & backpacking adventures,

Russell Max Simon's newsletter covering rock climbing and meaning

Slow, conscious travel musings and design‑led field notes.

Cole Noble's independent magazine preserving the spirit of outdoor adventure

Introspective takes on rock climbing culture, ethics, and personal growth.

Real running for real people.

Raziq Rauf's weekly newsletter stepping deeper into running culture through deep-dive commentary and interviews

a tasteful resource and newsletter for everything going on in the running x fashion world.

i own a running store + these are the thoughts i have while running.

The business of outdoor hosted by Aaron Lutze & Dylan Bowman

Weekly roundup of backpacking gear guides, trip tips, and FAQs from SectionHiker.com.

Semi-Rad is enthusiasm for things regular folks can do, adventures for the everyperson. It’s a web site for those of us crushing it, kind of. I hope you enjoy it.

Weekly essays, comics, and curated links on adventure and the outdoors from writer‑cartoonist Brendan Leonard.

Podcast, blog and community highlighting inquisitive women in the outdoors via interviews and field recordings.

Immersive triannual print + web journal of epic human‑powered expeditions and exploration, pairing long‑form storytelling with arresting photography.

Independent mountain biking magazine doing mountain biking differently since 2001

Slopeside is your year-round dispatch on ski culture covering mountain news, winter trends, skiwear, and overall alpine living.

Platform exploring the intersection of running and business

YouTube channel sharing human centered outdoor stories, not gear reviews

Jamie Brisick's the Surfer's Journal podcast featuring in-depth conversations with compelling people in surfing

All the cycling news, analysis, and banter you need.

Classic climbing magazine resurrected in 2023; large‑format, biannual, print‑only.

Annual print book investigating technical apparel and outdoor gear at the intersection of fashion, design and performance.

Terradrift is all about sustainable travel and outdoor adventure, from exploring new places to sampling new vegan fare to finding the best animal-free and eco-friendly outdoor clothing and gear.

Weekly interview show with explorers, mountaineers and adventurers discussing expeditions, gear and outdoor news.

Biannual printed publication featuring inspiring bikepacking writing and photography

Long‑running grassroots podcast sharing heartfelt stories from climbers, skiers and dirtbags living wild lives outdoors.

Long‑form, humorous interviews with iconic climbers since 2011.

Thoughtful newsletter examining humanity’s relationship with the outdoors through history, science and culture.

Backcountry skiing dispatch featuring trip reports and gear analysis

Independent magazine dedicated to outdoor culture and adventure in the Reno-Tahoe community, run by students at UNR’s Reynolds School of Journalism.

Long running independent podcast about outdoor identity and daily adventure

Colin True's outdoor industry podcast tackling tough issues and challenging conventional wisdom

A newsletter about bikepacking, slow travel, and human powered journeys

Everyone’s searching for skiing’s soul. I’m trying to find its brains.

Reader-supported independent surf journalism published six times yearly

Reflections on Sport and Style.

Platform covering thru-hiking news and stories from the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail

Boutique publication blending travel, photography, and lifestyle content with a focus on outdoor experiences.

We alternate each week to bring you a carefully crafted letter that centers around functional fashion. TOGS is for mountain and city dwellers alike, providing inspiration and information on dressing for the outdoors without compromising personal style.

Doug Stenclik, Randy Young's doug Stenclik and Randy Young's podcast on backcountry skiing and ski gear

One of the longest‑running shows for trail runners, sharing knowledge from beginners to elites.

Independent podcast with long form conversations about trail running and mountain culture

Scott Dunlap's blog about trail running and endurance sports

Exploring the Business, Finance, and Culture of Trail Running.

Newsletter covering the business of trail running and industry insights

Independent quarterly for backpackers who sleep in the dirt; minimal ads, long‑form journalism.

Email digest of new gear reviews, giveaways, and ultralight backpacking intel from Treeline Review.

Popular thrice‑weekly Substack blending science, adventure and discomfort‑driven wisdom from the author of *The Comfort Crisis*.

Digest of events, stories, and resources celebrating diverse bodies outdoors.

Large‑format biannual exploring sport through art‑driven, long‑form storytelling.

Straight‑shooting Substack covering public lands, gear tests, dogs and pragmatic advice for living boldly outside.

Montauk‑born bi‑monthly surf & ocean culture title known for playful storytelling, community events and collectible print issues.

Immersive storytelling podcast that lets you lean back and travel to Scotland, hosted by Kathi Kamleitner.

Magazine celebrating the wilderness, featuring stories, art, and photography inspired by nature.