Interview
![Q&A: New Documentary "Wade in the Water" Spotlights Surfing's African Roots](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1r4LwdxLBL3LUSnSgbNfbJ/816de05d7cf07c7a3ed47e502fb6b63f/Wade-in-Water-Doc-QA-Sierra-Raequel.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A conversation with film director David Mesfin on Black surfing, shifting cultures, and Africa's unrecognized role in surf history
![Vintage Outdoor Gear: How to Thrift, Find & Shop for Retro Gorp](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/5aDqUCeptOuaZLvJUBvJiN/b931b6c76563c9be85af5ce9290a07b7/Vintage-Trouts-Thumb.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Both thrifting and vintage apparel are huge at the moment, and with the right eye, you'll get some truly great finds for your outdoor adventures
![Q&A: Inside the First Ever Ski Descent of Pakistan's Great Trango Tower](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/62bN5haSGoazjIRFrUoejl/bba529c5da502fb7e041b90fc02ff796/savannah-cummins-trango-tower-2024-8.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A conversation with Christina Lustenberger, Jim Morrison, and Chantel Astorga on what it took to climb and ski the 20,623-foot tall Great Trango Tower
![Q&A: Photographer Matt Steindl on Art, Zines, the Quiet Beauty of Rural PA](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1c1ffZ7gVUXbv4neToqJCD/485f1b2fef8d6abd32da71e5ecdb7651/matt-steindl-interview-hero.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Drawing inspiration from an artistic dynasty and his home region of Chester County, Steindl reflects on his work upon debuting his first zine
![The 15 Best Indy Outdoor Magazines You Can Subscribe To](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/6nxnm4iEKABiVCnBblhFMI/315287200771375a472f7241b4fd7fdf/indy-outdoor-magazines-lead-3.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Indy magazines for those dreaming of vast landscapes, pushing boundaries, and a gentler way of being outdoors
![Is "Cotton Kills" Outdated Advice for Outdoor Adventure?](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/48HiRgTvV5V5PDqneB7Ej8/f7226545e8e7347946fd5804c6f32cfb/satisfy-children-of-the-trails.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
In a plastic-filled world, maybe it's time to challenge the idea that cotton is a poor material for hiking, camping, running, and exploring outside
![Community, Not Customers: A Q&A with Usal Founder Michael Washington](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/2LUGhkNSnXVapSP1IX8nov/abc1d3c70532de3e3e1d1d831b6abbe9/Usal-Community-Interview-5B-Studio-resize.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
How the Los Angeles-based brand unites modern nature enthusiasts through retreats and workshops (and merch) championing inclusivity and accessibility
![Field Mag Releases New Film Photo Zine FMO2: WINTER](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/2CUHSN5jM0RyB4UslMgm31/26fec5fa2936fb7cb788adbf9a129b4c/Winter-Zine-Cover-FM-Grey.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
The follow up to our sold out SUMMER edition delivers 70 color pages of 35mm and medium format film photos from 35 of our favorite photographers
![Black Crows Explores Japan's Abandoned Ski Resorts With New Film & Gear](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/1e35Io8nMyKmSOU9Ma4xAX/859206a7136b3dd1b3cead75f3cad7c8/black-crows-ghost-resorts-6.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Archival footage and interviews reveal that Japan's dreamy ski scene might've peaked decades ago
![How to Build a DIY Sauna in Your Backyard for $5,600](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/4tNMmAx01Bt1ZzbRrNLk0v/126cb51370a068fda8406c03013eb808/Andrew-Szetro-DIY-Sauna-Build-Night-resize.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
Canadian builder Andrew Szeto shares a full build breakdown, including cost, time, tools required, and pro tips from his whimsical backyard sauna
![Wood Fired Hot Tub Guide: Pros, Cons & Which Brands to Trust](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/56YDhpIJUmRfDnwNvInvMc/ba596e6c81248fb70fbef846e299b069/Wood-fired-hot-tubs-alumitubs-hero.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
A deep dive on owning, maintaining, and enjoying all the benefits of a traditional wood fired hot tub or cedar soaking tub at home
![Mountain Gazette Issue 200 Establishes a Path Forward for the Revived Rag](http://images.ctfassets.net/r7p9m4b1iqbp/4Shh05RPWjHZm6xqtrrtdl/51b90bbcd7605a08bc86c640c7c509b7/Mountain-Gazette-Issue-200-Production-2.jpg?w=600&q=85&fm=jpg&fl=progressive)
The once legendary, twice shuttered magazine founded in 1966 is back to celebrate mountain life in all its sentimental and irreverent glory once again