About
The New OutdoorsWhere wellness and nature meet. Connecting the outdoors with health, fitness, spirituality, and human potential.
Note from the editor
The New Outdoors is a Medium publication of mostly non-fiction stories that explore the interconnections between human wellness and the health of our natural environment. Feedback and suggestions are always appreciated. Information about becoming a writer is at https://medium.com/the-new-outdoors/submit-to-the-new-outdoors-9ffedafdd722. Please applaud and follow our writers! Now one year old, The New Outdoors has more than 200 subscribers and has been growing at a rate of 10 percent a month.
Editors
Ray Wirth
Find me at medium.com/The-New-Outdoors. Lapsed English teacher. Guide at Water Walker Sea Kayak/Basin Pond Outdoors. instagram.com/raywirth.maineguide
Writers
Ray Wirth
Find me at medium.com/The-New-Outdoors. Lapsed English teacher. Guide at Water Walker Sea Kayak/Basin Pond Outdoors. instagram.com/raywirth.maineguide
Randy Runtsch
Writer | Photographer | Outdoor Lover | Adventure Cyclist | Business Owner | Data Analyst | Software Developer
Tamara Low
Sensitive reflections, deep connections, Earth love, positivity, inclusivity, authenticity & wild creativity
Carol Labuzzetta, MS Natural Resources, MS Nursing
Environmental educator with a passion for teaching youth using the science of awe. Traveler, Photographer, Author, Wife, Mother. Boosted Writer x 10
Dana Courtney Martin
I am the co-founder of Dogwood Life Coaching and Spiritual Guidance dogwoodlcsg.com and co-founder of Dogwood Healing Pathways dogwoodhealingpathways.org
In The Sublime
curious soul, avid traveler & lover of all things wellness. If you’re into personal growth, holistic health, meaningful connections, you’re in the right place
Emily Gibson
Poet, naturalist, long-distance cyclist, person with MS, teacher, fond of equines... The gift of my MS is poetry,. Absolutely 100% HI, zero AI.
Juan Pablo Zamanillo
Nature lover and lifelong learner. Passionate about harnessing nature's wisdom for mental well-being and tech innovation. Building a greener, smarter world.
Nicole Peery
Desert-dwelling, RV living artist & programmer • Late to the neurodivergent party • Sometimes travel writer • Exploring Arizona @ thedieselapartment.com
Yadna A. Prasad
I’m a genderfluid, immigrant highschool student living in New York who loves writing, history, photography, the Jonas Brothers, bubble tea and The Office.
TraumaticADDICT
Passionate writer dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental illnesses. I share the strategies I've developed, the traumas I've been through,&love2read
Ed Pfueller
Ed Pfueller is a former newspaper and magazine staff photographer who works in nonprofit communications and enjoys living in Maine during all four seasons.
K. Barrett
Awe ambassador. Nature and travel photographer. Also, an educator, mom, wife, daughter, sister, and friend. Sharing the power of awe with the world.
Liz Koonce
Liz holds a Masters in Landscape Architecture and writes about public land, ecology, and uncovering the hidden impacts of the cattle industry.
thekempster
Big on ideas but short on reality, I enjoy the process of waking up early morning with ideas then spilling them on the page while sipping morning coffee.
Aaron Paulson
Tokyo expat librarian, mindfulness teacher, writer and photographer. Top Writer in Art, Travel, and Photography in a previous life. @aaronpaulson
Jamey Melcher
Educator, traveler, and adventure seeker. I am interested in discovering new ways to look at our educational practices through shared experiences.
Notes from the Understory
Writer/journalist, artist, ecologist, wanderer exploring the political and cultural ecologies of our times
Cappelli, MFA, JD, PhD
Top Know Nothing Writer with way too many degrees who enjoys musing on life's absurdity.
Hilary Thomson
Living slow in a fast world. I do things outside and write about them. Current sailing adventures @westcoastwildrye
Unbounded Art
I'm Leigh, a travel photographer & history buff. When I'm not writing, I'm looking for the elusive white rabbit — the perfect photo op. UnboundedArt.com.
B.R. Shenoy
Biochemist turned Writer•Expat on 3 Continents•12x Boosted Writer•Editor:The Shortform• NewsBreak Writer•https://brshenoy.substack.com•Proud Mom of 2.
John M. Mola, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Ecology; posting casual writings and musings here. Bees | Forest Ecology | Higher Ed | Disc Golf | Music | Bisexuality | Whatever Else
Melissa Corrigan
55+x Boosted Writer. Mother, partner, survivor, adoptee, veteran, entrepreneur, friend, ally, & flawed human. I seek enlightenment & growth daily.
Trips Community
Go-to spot for discovering and sharing activity trips hosted by smaller organizers. This allows users to find niche trips and orgs to share them for free.
Nathan Riley
Aspiring novelist | freelance content writer | owner of Artists + Art Lovers publication - https://medium.com/new-2-art
Margaret Mills
Margaret has published articles on faith, the outdoors, and crafts as well as self-publishing history books and one biography.
Ratna S
Writer, editor, globetrotter.I weave stories around travel/wellness/lifestyle. Let's wander together through amazing experiences.Website: www.travelsimplygo.com
Ethan Ege
Creative Writer focused on Meditation, Self-improvement , Gardening and NBA. Passions include photography, music and health.
Mateusz Andrulewicz
Pro salesman. Avid reader. Semi-professional traveller. Currently on my way from Poland to Dakar by bicycle.
Wyatt J. Dagit
Wyatt is a professional chaplain, ethics consultant, and ecotherapy practitioner. You can read more of his stuff at https://wyattjdagit.substack.com/
MiKe KoRnRicH-Stories,Crazy Phrasies,Poems,Songs
Mike is a musician-songwriter. It's not Wordle but there's fun stuff to read here. Mike's wordcrafting is fun. Music/video here: https://linktr.ee/MiKeKoRnRicH
Sandy A Lane
I am a storyteller and a memory curator. Collecting stories that I write through my own lens. I share with perspective and humor while giving a little grace.
Kseniya Prudyus
Health is wealth. Proud to be Ukrainian. Dog mum. Life Sciences Consultant, Biomedical Science & Public Health graduate. Love to travel.
THE CREATIVITY DOCTOR
I focus on helping people understand creativity in practical and simple ways. My background is in creativity and experiential education. TheCreativityDoctor.com
Sam Letterwood
Science enthusiast, Knowledge seeker, Meditation and yoga practitioner, Life-long learner
Isioma Ononye
👩💻I write about self-esteem, faith, mental health, women’s issues, social media & TV + Film Reviews. 📩Newsletter: https://substack.com/@isiomaononye
Dr. Bruce
I am a curious person, a skeptic, a rationalist, an interested observer of human behavior and I enjoy writing. Thank you for taking the time to read my work!
Piotr Krupa
I am a chef and writers. Emigrant and professional buddhist. And depressed, almost professional
Adrienne Isham, RDH | Painting Pictures with Words
I help business owners communicate their message and services clearly and effectively to their audience to elevate their brand and drive results.
Marlena Hirsch
I’m a retired high school science teacher. Now I describe myself as grandma and gardener.
Ornella Reitano
Architect, Expert in Economics and Management of Cultural and UNESCO Heritage, Promotion of Sicilian Cultural Heritage - Web Designer & Content Writer
Normi Coto, PhD
I'd rather be running, but I'll settle for writing about running. Blog: https://www.runandbebrave.com/
Tjahaja
Indonesian translator. Translating from: English, Indonesian, Javanese, Dutch, and Greek. Translating to: Indonesian, Javanese, and English.
Loran Vanden Bosch
queer neurodivergent zoomer writer & community organizer based in Chicago https://linktr.ee/loranvandenbosch
Jed Sorensen
Passionate advocate for diversity in outdoor spaces. LGBTQIA ally. Blogger promoting inclusivity, eco-friendly practices, and community engagement.
Mike Peterson
Writer. Yoga, meditation & breathwork teacher. Nature lover. | San Diego, Calif. | he/him
Chris Yanda
I am sometimes hilarious. Originally from Canada, I now live in the UK. I planted trees in Canada. I worked in digital in the UK. I now write about stuff.
Mystical Aries
Writer > Traveler > Photographer > Nature lover > Food Lover > Adventure Enthusiast > Software Developer
Seth Carlson
I ghostwrite Educational Email Courses for Internal Communications Consultants and Coaches. Northwestern University Graduate School of Communication. 🚢 👻
Vida Mercer
Author | Editor | Writing Instructor | Homeschooling Expert—here to write about history, philosophy, trees, motherhood, hyperemesis, Oxford commas, and more.
Lisa Schamess
fecklessly tweaking the universe's algorithms in hopes of a puppy. Currently Director of Communications for the American Association of Geographers. She/they.
✨ Bridget Webber
Spiritual growth, compassion, mindfulness, creativity, and psychology. Support me at https://ko-fi.com/bridgetwebber
Betsy Hayhow Hemming
Betsy Hayhow Hemming is an author and leadership coach. She writes fiction and creative nonfiction. www.betsyhemming.com.
Claire Appleby
Narrative non-fiction that combines nature writing with gentle but heartfelt social critique, often with a hint of spirituality.
Tamara Embrey 🩵
I write about my evolving mindfulness and meditation practice. I hold an MA in Mindfulness Studies & an MFA in creative writing🙏🩵
Jane Evgeniia Dubrov
I am a photographer covering the greater Frankfurt Area, Germany. Instagram @jane.dubrov, website janedubrov.com
Quentin Septer
Essayist. Science Journalist. Author of "The Trail to Nowhere: Life and Death Along the Colorado Trail."
Dave Scott
Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime. — Mark Twain
Ben Ulansey
Writer, musician, dog whisperer, video game enthusiast and amateur lucid dreamer. I write memoirs, satires, philosophical treatises and everything in between 🐙
Simon Whaley - Author | Writer | Photographer
Bestselling author, writer and photographer. UK travel writer. Lives in the glorious Welsh Borders. Contact: https://www.simonwhaley.co.uk/contact-me/
Rui Alves
Language teacher, linguist, life coach, published author (joined the Army and worked for the EU). A publisher, digital ronin, musician and alchemist of sound.
Jamie, The Off-Grid Artist & Writer.
Artist & writer who's survived in the wilderness with nothing for years. it's a mindset thing. Join my free 3-day mindset course here: https://naturetopaper.com
