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Photographer Forrest Smith on Life Adrift and His New Book “Wilder"

Photographer Forrest Smith Shares His 5 Favorite Moments From New Book "Wilder"

Reflecting on a thoughtful project spanning four years of photography, nine states, a handful of countries, and a lifetime of experience

Q&A: Tawny Newsome on Life in Comedy, Space, and the Outdoors

How Life Outside Prepared Comedian Tawny Newsome to Take on Hollywood

The LA-based actress, musician, and outdoorist talks growing up on a farm, working with Steve Carell, and being Black in nature

The History of Rhode Island's Lincoln Woods, a NE Bouldering Destination

The History of How a Modest Rhode Island State Park Became a Bouldering Destination

How the "Rhodey Loadies" put "the Woods" on the map, and why it deserves a place on your northeast rock climbing bucket list

A History of the A-Frame House in North America and Beyond

The Past, Present & Future of the Modern American A-Frame

Inside the iconic triangle house, from traditional Japanese farmhouse to America's post-war cabin kit craze to today's worldwide obsession

Q&A: Photographer Gina Danza on Discovering Nature & Chasing Epicness

How Nature Photographer Gina Danza Created a Life of Epicness

We talk with outdoor enthusiast @wildgina on her path to working in the outdoor industry, increasing Black representation in nature, and much more

How To Make Your Own Face Mask with Retired Climbing Rope

A Product Designer's DIY: How To Make Your Own Face Mask at Home

A step-by-step guide on how to make a DIY mask using an old t-shirt and climbing rope, as detailed by designer Adam Kingman

The New American Dream Is a Rent-Free Life on the Road

When the Corporate World Failed Them, Vanlife Offered a New American Dream

Why this writer left their corporate life to renovate a 1979 RV and what the nomadic lifestyle can mean for Black & Queer communities

The 13 Best Cabin Instagram Accounts to Follow Right Now

13 Instagram Accounts Every Cabin Lover Needs to be Following

Fulfill your escapist daydreams with these accounts dedicated to A-Frames, unconventional living, cabin canines, and more

Q&A: Adventurer, Educator, and Trailblazer Ron Griswell

Q&A: Adventurer Ron Griswell on How to Get into the Outdoor Industry

The founder of HBCUs Outside discusses mindfulness, advice for adventure newcomers, and how he's helping increase representation outdoors

The Accident on Wedge Mountain

Accident on Wedge Mountain: A Firsthand Account of the Day I Should Have Died

It was another summit bid for an experienced mountaineer back on his old stomping grounds. Then it all went wrong

A Nomad No More: How One Road Lifer Adapts to COVID-19

A Nomad No More: How COVID-19 Changed This Writer's Road in Life

After nearly five years of living in a Toyota Tacoma, professional adventurer Andy Cochrane returns home to find a silver lining

Book Report: Ingenuity, Insanity, and 25 Years of European Snowboarding

Ingenuity, Insanity, and 25 Years of European Snowboarding in New Hardcover

"Hold Fast, Tweak Hard" documents a lifetime of chaotic genius by snowboarding's most infamous title, Method Magazine

What It's Like to Fish for Salmon in Alaska as a Greenhorn

What It's Like to Spend a Summer Salmon Fishing in Alaska as a Greenhorn

Adventure photographer James Barkman trades his famous VW bus for a fishing boat for a summer of salmon chasing

How Greater Goods Turns Discarded Outwear Into EDC Accessories

Meet Greater Goods, the London Upcycler Turning Discarded Tech Into Totes

A Q&A with the founder, designer, and maker of the London-based upstart making tote bags and more from vintage techwear

How Ice Climbing Moved From Niche to Mainstream

How Ice Climbing & Ice Festivals Moved From Niche to Mainstream

In just two decades the esoteric activity has grown from some 50,000 active participants to over 3 million in American alone

Snowboarding's 8 Most Influential International Board Brands

The 8 Most Influential International Snowboard Brands

These creative and soulful small brands are redefining what it means to ride the winter wave

The North Face Renewed Launches Design Residency & Upcycled Auction

The North Face Launches Renewed Design Residency and Upcycled Outerwear Auction

Senior outerwear designer talks inspirations for and limitations of upcycling, sustainability, and saving used gear from the landfill

The 5 Most Viewed Articles & Interviews on Field Mag in 2019

Best of 2019: Top 5 Most Viewed Articles, Interviews & Features

From A-Frame rentals and #vanlife alternatives to how to travel better from an Indigenous perspective, these articles drew the most eyeballs in 2019

The 5 Most Popular Cabins Featured on Field Mag in 2019

Best of 2019: Top 5 Most Inspiring Cabins & Tiny Homes

From Scandinavian A-Frames and DIY cabins to portable tiny houses, these cabins drew the most eyeballs on Field Mag in 2019

Testing the Updated Arc'teryx Alpha SV with GORE-TEX Pro 2 in New Hampshire

The Latest Arc'teryx Alpha SV Update Introduces GORE-TEX Pro 2: The Best Yet

A thorough review of the flagship jacket’s 2020 update, set to introduce GORE-TEX Pro 2.0, from the snowy mountains of New Hampshire

A Crowdsourced Guide to Socially Responsible Gift Giving

A Crowdsourced Guide to Socially Responsible Gift Giving

Environmentally-focused products and brands owned by underrepresented peoples spanning outdoors, fashion, jewelry, art, and home goods

16 Epic Photos of Exploring Norway's Fjords & Mountains in Fall

16 Epic Photos of Exploring West Norway's Fjords & Mountains in Fall

Reflecting on a culture deeply steeped in outdoor traditions while exploring fjords and traversing mountainsides in Western Norway

How Surfing Taught Journalist Johnie Gall Her Place in Nature

How Surfing Helped Journalist Johnie Gall Find Her Place in the Natural World

Learning to take accountability and embrace natural fibers to help preserve our oceans for everyone

A Local’s Guide to Trad Climbing in Yosemite National Park

Trad Climbing in Yosemite National Park, Explained on 35mm Film

A rundown of cams, nuts, anchors, leaders, and more in the context of climbing Central Pillar of Frenzy, a Middle Cathedral Rock classic