The Dirtbag Diaries
by Fitz Cahall · Duct Tape Then Beer
Long-running storytelling podcast from Fitz Cahall about climbers, skiers, hikers, cyclists, paddlers and travellers, told through personal narratives and interviews. Listeners hear how people plan, risk, fail and persist in outdoor pursuits and in lives built around them.
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REI Expert Advice
REI's library of instructional articles and videos covering hiking, backpacking, climbing, camping, and gear selection. After using it you can plan a trip, pack appropriately, and follow step-by-step technique guidance written by experienced staff and guides.
AllTrails
Crowdsourced database of hiking, running, and biking routes with maps, distance and elevation profiles, recent user reports, and photos. Use it to find trails near a location, judge difficulty, and download routes for offline navigation.
Wild Ideas Worth Living
REI's interview show in which journalist Shelby Stanger talks with explorers, athletes, scientists, and entrepreneurs about how they turned an ambitious outdoor idea into reality, covering the planning, setbacks, and funding behind each expedition or venture.
Camping and Woodcraft
Horace Kephart's 1906 field manual for wilderness travel, covering shelter, campfires, cooking, tools, clothing, and route-finding as practiced before modern gear. Readers get a detailed record of traditional woodcraft technique and the reasoning behind each choice.
outsideonline.com
Outside Online is the online home of Outside Magazine, offering news, features, how-tos, and gear guides for outdoor enthusiasts. It covers adventure sports, training and safety tips, destination guides, gear reviews, and environmental and conservation stories.
adventure-journal.com
Adventure Journal is an online magazine focused on outdoor adventure, travel, and gear. It features long-form stories, gear reviews, destination guides, and photography exploring outdoor culture and exploration.