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70+ of the Best Outdoor Instagram Accounts You Can Follow

Outdoor Instagram sometimes feels like an echo chamber. #adventure #explore #mountains et al. There’s a word for the numbing side of Instagram: #simulacrum. A simulacrum is a copy of a copy. It is another picture of red-jacketed Instagram influencers in front of a deep blue lake at the seat of jagged snow-capped peaks. There is nothing wrong with this image; it is beautiful. But copied enough times and it loses its power to inspire.

This article is not about the echo chamber; it is about the high-profile people who cut through the noise. Here are over 70+ adventurers who, through large followings and true voices, direct the lifeblood of outdoor Instagram; who keep it alive, awake, and authentic.

This was a massive undertaking, but it was also eye-opening. It showed me that, for many of us, the outdoors is the arena of our lives. It is not just about this photo, or this hike, or this campsite. Taken in sum, it’s home. With each of these Instagram influencers, you are looking into lives. Everyone here is chasing passions, battling demons, voicing issues, and encouraging their audience to get outside.

Just as there is no ranking to the variety of views on a winding mountain pass, there is no order to what you see here. As you make your way along this road, some sights will stop you in your tracks, others less so, and each of us in different degrees.

Was it worth staring at Instagram for hours on end to find all these influencers? Absolutely. Did I find everyone who’s worth following? Absolutely not… Please send me a message @ryanfliss if you think someone should be included. For now, it’s time to spend some time away from screens. I hope you enjoy this list, and embrace your own version of the awe I felt in learning about all these incredible people.

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@carolinegleich

“Ski mountaineer, endurance athlete, public speaker, environmental activist. #bigmtndreams”

Caroline is an example of life lived with intent. She sets massive goals and shares the journey to the next big peak, all the while fighting to protect what matters most to her — a lot of which probably also matters significantly to you.

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“#LeaveABetterTrace Cinematographer // Photographer // Contributor @natgeoadventure @roam @andsmejor”

When I look at some photographers’ work, I can almost see the moments they put down the camera and stared in awe, appreciating everything in sight. Andy Best is one of those Instagram influencers with an eye, and his photographs take you to that place of admiration, with captions to match.

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@YouDidNotSleepThere

“Celebrating Instagram’s most illogical campsites. #youdidnotsleepthere”

@youdidnotsleepthere keeps Instagram lighthearted, featuring photos that we all might have looked at and said, “…but did you actually sleep there though?” Related: Leave No Trace just released social media guidance to mitigate effects on nature from people going a little too far for the ‘gram. Worth a read.

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@adventure_in_a_backpack

“Nate & Steph & Sparta 🐶 & Pyros 🐕 Outdoor adventure, van life, and lots of beer 🍻 🔨 ”

Life on the road, with less metaphorical filter than you’re probably used to. Trust me: that’s a good thing.

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@aidenawhite

“Go Out and Be Happy Let’s go get lost together! PNW➡SDSU WestCoastBestCoast Join the conversation comment away!”

Aiden White’s photography captures the type of fleeting moments in the great outdoors that bring us all closer together.

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@tinyhousetinyfootprint

“Kathleen Morton 🚐 Tiny living storyteller. Living out of a ‘87 van. Co-founder of @vanlifediaries Photographer | Writer | Environmentalist”

@tinyhousetinyfootprint is Kathleen Morton’s homage to low-impact life on the road. She captures the inimitable moments from her own journey, and introduces followers to others forging their own path.

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@alexandriaroby

“Currently📍San Francisco Graphic Design | Photography”

Wherever you are, @alexandriaroby’s often iconic photography offers viewers a breath of fresh air.

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“photog | director benmoon.com dog lover @noribythesea #DenaliFilm sony artisan of imagery @sonyalpha @electric ⚡ @stellaandchewys 🐶”

Ben Moon is a sui generis visual storyteller. You may have seen his short film, Denali —a touching and intense tribute to his late pup of the same name (Heads up: Our whole team cried as we re-watched Denali this winter). He uses his account to share insights from his life and highlight other Instagram influencers who do the same.

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“🌵advocate for the outdoors 🏜cuban-american, ♥s deserts + houseplants 📍salt lake city livin'”

Katie Boué is a name well known in the outdoor industry, but for those who don’t know, she’s a champion of little moments and doing big things right. Following Katie is like making a new friend who’s always doing that cool thing you’ve thought about trying, but didn’t know where to start. She offers valuable insight on how you can do those cool things while respecting, cherishing, and championing for the places we love to explore.

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@andrew__muse

“Dedicated to following my dreams and living a life of passion, adventure and love. Follow Kicker dog and I on our epic #TinyHomeAdventure”

A life well lived makes joy in every moment possible, and @andrew__muse is a constant reminder that the moments are there, waiting for you to participate. Andrew and Kicker the dog are two Instagram influencers you don’t want to miss in your feed.

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@BoltandKeel

“Brothers and adventure cats🐾🍁 Life goal: to be on the Ellen show💃🏼”

Adventures cats. Need I say more? Read our interview with Kayleen and Danielle, the humans accompanying the cats, here: These Adventure Cats Go Camping and Canoeing and Yours Can, Too

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@nathanaelbillings

“It’s all about the memories 🌲 Seattle, Washington”

I frequently find myself wanting to be where @nathanaelbillings is, but what’s more, his views somehow feel attainable. Like if I just planned a little better, I CAN see what he’s seeing. And that little nudge of motivation can go a long way.

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@pnwonderland

“Advocates for adventure, fun, and community in our unique corner of the world. #pnwonderland @pnwonderdogs @pnwondergear”

Some of the very best of the Pacific Northwest, there is always wonder to be found in the photographs featured by @pnwonderland.

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“Adventure Photographer | Vanlifer | Rock Climber”

–me, every time @tedhesser shares a new post.

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@thismattexists

“Outdoor Enthusiast | Adventure Photographer Currently: Huaraz, Peru ⛰  👋🏼 Co-Founder: @allaboutadventures 🤙🏼”

“Is this real life?” Related: “Does this Matt really exist? Because these look less like ‘photos’ and more like ‘pho-woaaahs'”

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“Fulltime filmmaker 🎥 photographer 📸 and VR artist 🕶 • Always down for an adventure”

A lot of people come to Instagram to go somewhere else. Wherever he is, @timkemple will take you there.

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“Welcome to the Pacific Northwest! #VisitPNW for a feature. Please geotag or include location in caption :)”

Yes I would like to visit the PNW, thank you very much. But also, the PNW is huge and I will not be able to visit most of the PNW for quite some time. So, while I still have a lot of places on my to-visit list, @visitpnw is a great stand-in reminder of all the incredible beauty that abounds.

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@bradleycastaneda

“‘If you love what you’re doing, then you’ve already succeeded.’ / Capturing light and color. Prints available upon request”

@bradleycastaneda shares some of the most incredible imagery on Instagram, and also shares his campfire taco dinner. Authenticity. We need more of what Bradley’s serving (tacos, yes, but here I’m referring to the Authenticity).

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@henrythecoloradodog

“a pup + cat exploring together 🍃 | following their noses + running free 📍 | Colorado @ourwildspirits”

Oh man. No words. You already got the message.

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@briannamadia

“Desert-Dweller | Storyteller Never leave the dogs behind 🐾”

“When you put your bones and tears and sweat into finding a place, you treat it differently. You respect it more because you worked for it and gave a part of yourself to it.” –Brianna Madia in an interview, Life in a Van in the Middle of Nowhere . Brianna and Keith with pups Dagwood and Bucket, and of course Bertha the van, together live a life that is both refreshing and very much their own. As one of the most popular Instagram influencers in the outdoors, Brianna’s captions alone are worth a devoted afternoon.

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@campingwithdogs

“Inspiring the world to go Camping With Dogs® and Hiking With Dogs®”

Dogs can’t put on airs, so photos of them in the wild are always authentic. Camping with Dogs is exactly what it sounds like, and the joy this account brings to Instagram is undeniable.

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@forestwoodward

“I take my social media like I take my rhubarb. Seriously as AF. I am also a professional, yada, yada-doer things, none of which is listed here.”

In case the photos and bio don’t paint the picture, maybe this recent caption will: “Grateful for the reminder that films and friends provide each year through sharing raw, honest, and challenging stories of humanity coupled with rambunctious, ridiculous and joyous celebrations of life. Left this year’s gathering at @mountainfilm reminded that it is the small things, the day to day, that create bridges to understanding and kindness and community and all those things that we need more of if we really want to nudge the needle on something larger than ourselves. Wake up, look up, stand up, reach out; we are all fragile, we are all human, and we are all in this together.”

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@jacobwfrank

“Exploring Yellowstone. #YellowstonePledge”

Dedication to place is a rare gift in our age of see-it-all aspirations, and @jacobwfrank’s dedication to Yellowstone provides an important glimpse into this icon of outdoor americana.

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@lukepearsallphoto

“Travel – Outdoor – Lifestyle Storyteller – Friend Collector”

Anyone who loves the outdoors, travel, and friends is almost definitely a person worth following in my book.

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“National Geographic Explorer, Professional Climber, Paraglider & Adventure Enthusiast. Founder at Alpine Start: Quality Coffee, Instantly.”

A Nat Geo Explorer, Nat Geo Exploring… from SUPing through glacier-ridden waters to boulder top-outs with friends, @mattsegal brings the eye-popping photographic stoke.

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@alexstrohl

“tell stories with photography & film @strohlalex France raised, Montana based. ”

The stories told by @alexstrohl are followed by millions, and for good reason: every new post is new slice of outdoor amazement balanced with Alex’s behind-the-scene perspective.

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@chelseakauai

“Outdoor travel + inner exploration. Present over perfect. Currently 📖: Turtles all the way down Ambassador CanonUSA | KEEN | Mizu | PADI ✨🐳📚🐴⛺🏝🌿📷”

I met @chelseakauai in Lihue Airport on the southeast coast of Kauai. We were both leaving, she posted a story about being at the airport, and I said it’d be cool to connect. Meeting Chelsea, you would never know she is one of the biggest Instagram influencers, followed by hundreds of thousands of people — but you might suspect it. She is always off to a new place, yet remains steadfast in her admiration of Kauai. Her latest venture: a book club with her followers, complete with private Facebook group .

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@michaelmatti

“Seattle based photographer. 📍Seattle † Love God, love others. 🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔🏔”

@michaelmatti’s feel-good photography evokes the possibility of an early morning sunrise: there is so much good to come, and it’s already wonderful.

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@wheretowillie

“Creative nomad. Following life’s journey, curiously experiencing the world. Slow wide turns.”

@wheretowillie comes across as the type of person who circles “Sunrise” on the calendar. There’s intent behind his photos, a forethought that comes through not just in framing and composition but in the overall “feel” — the undeniable sense that you’ve been invited on an adventure, but only because he chose to bring the camera.

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@missmeghanyoung

“I’m probably outside Co-founder: @pnwoutdoorwomen Ambassador: @arcteryxseattle”

As the co-founder of @pnwoutdoorwomen, @missmeghanyoung not only portrays authenticity, she creates it in the communities around her. Her captivating captions delve into topics others opt out of (even on an engagement-first platform like Instagram.) And that’s exactly what pushes her posts from great to incredible.

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@chrisburkard

Have Camera, Will Travel. LDS•Photographer•Speaker•Director #chrisburkard

You probably know about @chrisburkard, one of the bigger outdoor Instagram influencers. His photos are all over Instagram and the web writ large. But what strikes me more than his photos is his candor and commitment to play. He’s just a dude. A really talented photographer, yes, but also a father who shares things that make him laugh or smile or stop and stare. If you follow his account, you’ve seen this candid side of his profile in his Instagram Stories, which, to me, increase his photographic impact tenfold.

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@everchanginghorizon

“It’s never too late to feel a little more alive.”

@everchanginghorizon has found a massive following for his incredible photography, but it is clear he is a photographer first, and social media personality second. He does it for the experiences and takes photos along the way, never pretending to be something else: “Sitting here thinking about what I should write here, and I’ve come to determine that everything’s been said. My few life lessons have already been shared, reshared, stretched, exaggerated, etc. It’s important for me to remember that what I write here doesn’t always have to have substance (tho I try to add it when it feels right). My experiences and words are no more valuable than anybody else’s. If I really think about it, it overwhelms me. Hundreds of thousands of people’s attention at my fingertips – the digital spotlight is on – but it’s been on for years now. And the spotlight can only be on for so long before my eyes start to hurt. So here’s another photo of a happy time, when I had no connection. Half way thru a mac n cheese dinner, about ready to call it an early night.” It’s a reminder worth heeding.

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“Photographer and filmmaker based in Bellingham, Washington State.”

As you can see, @fursty’s feed looks different, and on Instagram, difference often hints at authenticity. He goes one step beyond visual branding, incorporating locations and viewpoints that elevate his impact even further. Most recently, his trip to Iraq returned photos that might as well have been from Utah or the PNW.

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@kalenthorien

“Pro Skier – Adventurer 🎿⛺ Moto – 4×4 🏍 🚙 Writer – Photographer 🖋📸”

How many people do you know who ride their motorcycle to ski big mountain lines, then hop on a plane for a monthlong trip around the world? I know of one. Her journey adds an undeniable element to outdoor Instagram — one that is delightfully undefinable.

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@missholldoll

“Weekend Adventurer | Semi-photographer-ish | PNW ↟↟ Nature doesn’t need us. We need nature. ↟↟”

@missholldoll is a weekend warrior who makes it happen. As I write this, it is Saturday morning and I don’t know if that’s because of my own poor time management or because this project is so large in scope. Regardless, it is in times like this I couldn’t be more appreciative to see Instagram influencers like Holly, people who remind people like me just how much adventure I can pack into a weekend.

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@paulnicklen

“Co-founder of @Sea_Legacy and contributing photographer to National Geographic.”

Holy manatee if you do not follow @paulnicklen stop reading this and go follow him right now. Paul’s dedication to oceanic wildlife is one of those rare passions so thick it feels transferrable through proximal osmosis. By that I mean: just by following Paul’s passion I feel capable of a new level of license for more passion in my own life. Paul’s work is art.

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@pedromcbride

“Nat Geo Photographer // Filmmaker // Speaker // Sony Artisan // River Rat // Fan of Wild Places & Wild Things // Home & Road”

It is clear that @pedromcbride’s posts are just a fraction of what he experiences in his life dedication to wild places and wild things.

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@ryanresatka

“just having a good time 🤙🏼 📍southern california, usa now: south america 🇦🇷 ”

More times than I can count, I have seen a photo and thought “dang.” And then it turned out to be @ryanresatka’s. While he shares familiar feeling views, he does so with a perspective undeniably different, adding a unique and important element to outdoor Instagram.

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@traveloregon

“Oregon is magic. #traveloregon”

Capturing memorable moments from a region dense with natural beauty, @traveloregon is a constant source of Instagramic benevolence. Beauty abounds in Oregon, and @traveloregen gathers it in one place.

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@alexborsuk

“Jack of all trades, master of type 2 fun. Athlete ambassador for Salomon + CiloGear Sports dietitian | PDX, OR”

@alexborsuk’s daily adventures, often accompanied by her pup Otto, inspire thousands to live more life outdoors. Read our interview, Alex Borsuk on How to Raise and Adventure Puppy .

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@travisburkephotography

“Custom built my dream adventure-mobile and have been traveling the US for 4 yrs. Live passionately. Follow your dreams.”

Travis Burke is everywhere. I don’t know if it is just my feed but somehow there is a certain magnetism to what he is doing that keeps it at the surface, but I can’t think of many Instagram influencers who have this same draw. And he rises to the occasion. His Stories, captions, and photos together portray someone interested in the delicate balance between aesthetic excellence and raw experience.

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@wheresmyofficenow

“Five years on the road, less plastic=cleaner oceans=healthier humans”

These are the kind of photos that have inspired so many people in the outdoor industry to pursue #vanlife — but don’t be fooled. The captions from @wheresmyofficenow offer clarity and truth, beyond the cliche of Westfalias parked on beaches. While the photos are almost always gorgeous, vanlife has its ups and down and these two aren’t afraid to talk about it.

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@freshoffthegrid

“Camp cooking recipes and ideas”

Many accounts on Instagram focus on places. @freshoffthegrid is a champion of the fuel that keeps us going, adding a necessary flavor to the greater community.

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@idletheorybus

“IDLE: to spend time doing nothing THEORY: to spend our time idling BUS: Vehicle + Home since 2012”

With captions that greet you like the upturned golden faces of an endless field of sunflowers, you will find delight in @idletheorybus.

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@lifeultralight

“Traveling in a self converted van since May 2017 Currently California”

Sometimes life on the road is expansive desert sunsets where the dark red earth silhouettes against the maroon sky, and sometimes it’s folding chairs in the shade of the van. @lifeultralight share both types of moment.

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@nativesoutdoors

“NativesOutdoors Outdoor gear by #indigenous people for everyone to enjoy. Denver based in the homeland of the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute people”

NativesOutdoors advocates for necessary voices in the American outdoor industry: the ones that were here first. Read our interview with the founder, NativesOutdoors’ Len Necefer is Changing How We View Public Lands .

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@renan_ozturk

“@thenorthface climber // @natgeo @sonyalpha photojournalist // @camp4collective commercial director // landscape painter at heart 😊 ”

Renan Ozturk is behind such cinematic feats as  Meru and The Last Death-Defying Honey Hunter of Nepal .  His photos and perspective have had undeniable impact on the industry.

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@taylorfreesolo

@taylorfreesolo is the type of person who has incredible depth and experiences to match, but who does not always show them on the surface. You can read an introduction to her here . In addition to being one of the more journalistic Instagram influencers, she is a powerhouse documentary filmmaker who shares her perspective in captions like this: “Not many people want to or are willing to create stories in this medium (film) from concept to directing to shooting to editing. Soup-to-nuts doc filmmaking is something @renan_ozturk and I have been doing together (and largely, separately) for a number of years now. When the glamour of shooting exciting stories or unique environments subsides we find ourselves in our basement, at this table, swimming for our lives under the depths of decision making that needs to happen. One tiny decision after another. One clip in sequence after another. Documentary is unscripted thus up to the director and editor to create what’s meaningful from the materials at hand.”

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@brodyleven

“forest tourist”

@brodyleven dreams big, then does big. It’s a pattern he’s used to, and it’s fun to watch. But more than fun, his outdoor activities are a good reminder that the “big” thing you’ve been thinking about is probably doable with enough forethought, planning, and dedication.

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@wilderness_culture

“Community of outdoor enthusiasts. We provide resource to equip and inspire your next adventure.”

@wilderness_culture conglomerates wonder. If you’re interested in discovering new people capturing the incredible, watch who @wilderness_culture features.

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@andshesdopetoo

“A world-wide adventure collective. Created to connect people and planet with perspective and purpose.”

@andshesdopetoo is a celebration of adventure, balancing feel-good vibes with actionable community. Join one of their Rendezvous or Retreats to participate in the ASDT community.

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@BrownPeopleCamping

“Proud SouthAsianMuslimAmerican diversifying public lands & outdoors one story at a time. All Original content. #BrownPeopleCamping & share your story💚 ”

Ambreen created @brownpeoplecamping in August 2016 to give voice to minority and marginalized experiences in the outdoors, and it has taken off. She not only speaks to her own experience, she also uses her platform to amplify the voices of others.

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@currentlywandering

“Fulltime for 4 yrs, now semi-nomadic in Teton Valley, ID 💕Outdoor adventure w/our #Airstream & 3 kids. Explore | Ski | Backpack | Hike | Paddle | MTB”

The real life of a 3-kid family in the outdoors. From full-time nomadic to semi-nomadic, @currentlywandering has been there, and done that, and these adorable Instagram influencers are still seeking out new adventures.

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@erinoutdoors

“Let’s talk about your comfort zone 👀 Traveling photographer & writer People / places / wildlife 🌿 @sonyalpha #alphacollective”

Erin’s expert photography is only eclipsed by her personal perspective. Her focus on personal growth means her profile is more than just a curated collection of stunning images; it is imbued with everblooming life. To peruse is to partake, and to walk away feeling fresher.

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@fatgirlshiking

“💗Diverse Body Positive Outdoor Community 🌲Trails Not Scales 🌧Group Hikes & Adventures 📲#trailsnotscales #fatgirlshiking”

Body positivity has a growing presence in mainstream culture, but the outdoor community still tends to stereotype what a hiker “should” look like. @fatgirlshiking is here to say: “Nope. This is what a hiker looks like. And this, and this, and this. So let’s focus on the trail and get to know each other along the way.”

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@im_nicolemarie

“Female Outdoor Adventurist @WomenWhoHike Founder @Merrell Ambassador Traveler : Hiker : Writer : Picture Taker: Nevada”

This quote about Instagram characterizes the authentic self-awareness @im_nicolemarie brings to the platform: “We use this app to share what our lives look like from the outside. I believe that alongside that we should be sharing more of the truth. It isn’t always easy, and I can tell you that the truth, it isn’t for everybody. I can also tell you that the thing that people will remember about you probably won’t be the strongest or prettiest image on your profile. It will be something more, something personal and something that others can relate to. I hope that whatever truth you’re looking for or hiding from that you find it, you share it and it helps you, just as it did for me this week.”

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@leavenotracecenter

“Follow 👣 Leave No Trace across the U.S. inspiring and promoting responsibility ♻ in the outdoors #EnjoyYourWorld #LeaveNoTrace”

If any Instagram influencers leave an impact on you, we hope they are from this account. @leavenotracecenter is the official profile of the organization behind the oft-quoted Leave No Trace principles. As you get your daily nature fix from your feed, it is nice to have regular reminders of best practices and others doing well by the lands we love.

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@moonmountainlife

“The Story of @MoonMountainMan and @Rebornbyadventure becoming parents and raising their daughter while continuing an outdoor lifestyle with her”

A daughter is born to two outdoor enthusiasts, who now document the process of merging parenting with their first love: the outdoors. Do you ever see couples on Instagram going on epic adventures and think, what would happen if they were to have a child? Well, @moonmountianlife is probably what would happen.

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@mycaninelife

“Life was meant for good dogs and great adventures 🥘🍁🦁 🌲PDX / PNW Training Service Dog Harriet #teampancakesforever 🥞🌈 📬 ”

@mycaninelife is what happens when a dog trainer is also the caretaker of some of the cutest pups this side of the Mississippi.

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@outdoorwomen

“Est 2007: Int’l human-powered adventure nonprofit. Ski, climb, ride, paddle: Go Conquer.™ Creator of #outdoorwomen hashtag; use for features! (🚫DM🙏)”

@outdoorwomen is the account of the Outdoor Women’s Alliance (OWA), a global nonprofit supporting the pursuits of women in the outdoors.

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@peteramend

“Not a very indoorsy type of person. Currently: 📍CA”

“Sometimes I struggle with the role I play here on instagram. Is this a portfolio of my favorite work? A chronology of meaningful moments? A visual journal to jog my fading memory? Am I curating my feed to impress future clients, or to satisfy the desire to share the beauty I experience in life? Do my online friends care to know me better, or are they just here for pretty pictures? Or maybe you’re just here cause we’re friends and could couldn’t care less about the photos?”

@peteramend manages to present all of those things, and we love the result.

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85 Nature Captions and Quotes for Your Next Instagram Post

Venture outdoors, snap your best photos, and impress your followers with these inspiring captions for your nature pics.

Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey.

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Whether you're heading out into nature for a short scenic hike or camping in the middle of nowhere for a week, the goal might be to unplug and put your phone away. But it's hard to stay offline entirely when the scenes are so perfectly Instagrammable. While we can't help you with a weak Wi-Fi signal or that steep uphill hike, we can help you find the perfect captions for those nature pics you snap during your outdoor adventure. Your followers will love these inspirational, relatable, and funny nature quotes — so pick one for your next post and watch the likes roll in.

Scroll through some of our best ideas below so you can spend more time chasing nature's wonders — and less time brainstorming. That way, when the Wi-Fi signal picks up again, you can thank us for your most-liked nature pics ever.

Best Nature Captions

Chasing waterfalls

Good clean fun in the dirt

Every mountain high, every valley low *insert mountain emoji*

Another day, another sunrise

Psithurism: the sound of wind in trees *insert wind and falling leaves emoji*

The view from the top *insert mountain emoji*

Call of the wild!

As free as a bird *insert bird emoji*

Where the wild things are

(For your picnic) Dining alfresco

Over the moon!

When life gives you mountains, put on your boots and hike *insert mountain emoji*

A rolling stone gathers no moss

Forest bathing *insert tree and bathtub emoji*

The early bird catches the worm

The best view comes after the hardest climb

Young and wild and free

Starry skies and fireflies

The great, wild somewhere

Find me beneath the trees *insert tree emoji*

(For autumn ) Fall breeze and autumn leaves

Child of nature

Funny Nature Captions for Instagram

Branching out *insert tree emoji*

Feeling good-natured

On cloud nine *insert cloud emoji*

Camping hair, don't care

Geology rocks

Real jungle > concrete jungle

Going back to my roots *insert tree emoji*

Letting nature take its course

Planting myself here for a while *insert seedling emoji*

Glamping is my favorite sport

Heading for the hills

I'm rooting for you! *insert a plant emoji*

Tree-t yo'self *insert tree emoji*

The birds and the bees *insert bee emoji*

(For fall foliage ) Free falling *insert falling leaves emoji*

Trails before ales, pines before wines *insert beer and wine emoji*

Flower power

Sun-kissed *insert sun and lips emoji*

Got lost in nature and found myself

You grow, girl *insert flower emojis*

(For scenic overlooks or rock climbing) Living on the edge

Nature Captions About Beauty

From sea to shining sea

It's always worth taking the scenic route

Heaven on earth

Star light, star bright *insert star emoji*

Purple mountain majesty *insert mountain emoji*

Sky above, earth below *insert world emoji*

Sunshine and roses

Just another day in paradise

Beautiful beyond be-leaf *insert leaf emoji*

Taking the long way home

(For your star photos) Friday night lights *insert star emoji*

#Nofilter needed

Turns out the grass isn't always greener on the other side *insert seedling emoji*

The poetry of earth is never dead

Nature's imperfection is perfect

There's no time to be bored in a world as beautiful as this

Best Nature Quotes

"From California to the New York Island, this land was made for you and me." — Woody Guthrie

"Sunshine on my shoulders makes me happy." — John Denver

"If the sight of the blue skies fills you with joy, rejoice, for your soul is alive." — Eleonora Duse

"Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!'" — Robin Williams

"Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air." — Ralph Waldo Emerson

"The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever." — Jacques-Yves Cousteau

"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I — I took the one less traveled by." — Robert Frost

"The mountains are calling, and I must go." — John Muir

"The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough." — Rabindranath Tagore

"The love for all living creatures is the most noble attribute of man." — Charles Darwin

“Sunsets are proof that endings can often be beautiful, too.” — Beau Taplin

"Should you shield the canyons from the windstorms, you would never see the true beauty of their carvings." — Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

"Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you." — Walt Whitman  

"There is no exquisite beauty … without some strangeness in the proportion." — Edgar Allan Poe

"All the trees are losing their leaves, and not one of them is worried." — Donald Miller

"In the spring , at the end of the day, you should smell like dirt." — Margaret Atwood

"I like this place and could willingly waste my time in it." — William Shakespeare

"The earth laughs in flowers." — Ralph Waldo Emerson

"By discovering nature, you discover yourself." — Maxime Lagacé

"I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees." — Henry David Thoreau

"Leave the roads; take the trails." — Pythagoras

"The earth is what we all have in common." — Wendell Berry

"If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere." — Vincent Van Gogh

"Life is old there, older than the trees, younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze. Country roads, take me home." — John Denver

"Adopt the pace of nature. Her secret is patience." — Ralph Waldo Emerson

"All good things are wild and free." — Henry David Thoreau

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The Best Luggage Brands for Stylish, Stress-Free Travel

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If you dread packing for trips, a truly good-looking, efficient piece of baggage—whether it be a duffel or backpack —may just be the motivating factor you need in your life to finally book that trip to Italy. But we think luggage , a rolly bag, or whatever the hell you want to call it, is the best piece of baggage to travel with by land, sea, or air.

There are tons of brands out there doing high-quality luggage really well at the moment, but above them all are a few mainstays that are definitely worth prioritizing—even some on Amazon . The best part about the huge onslaught of the brands in the space is that it’s incredibly easy to find a high-quality case made with top-notch materials that also puts an emphasis on functionality at a range of price points. Even budget options tend to have 360-degree spinner wheels and some degree of ergonomic handle that’ll make international travel a breeze. That said, there are a few considerations you should remember to take into account when looking at all of the options.

Below, we’ve rounded up a range of brands that offer products at different price points.

The Best Luggage Brands, According to GQ

• Best for Affordable, Attractive Luggages : Away
• Best for Luxuriously Taking to the Skies : Rimowa
• Best for a Stray from the DTC Norm: Monos
• Best for Nearly Indestructible Baggage : Calpak
• Best for an Airtight Warranty : Briggs & Riley

Best for : Affordable, Attractive Luggages

Known for their straightforward designs, Away is a female-founded brand that is almost omnipresent in every single airport (and best carry-on bag list). While the brand now offers soft shell cases and even rolling bags , they’re most well-known for their durable, minimalist hardside luggage that can withstand scratches and wear. They also offer an array of muted colors and occasionally pop off with a brightly hued collab—though be warned, you will see a few of these making their rounds on the carousel.

The Large Suitcase

If you thought the carry-on could fit a lot, just wait until you give the checked bag a spin. It’s designed to accommodate two weeks' worth of goods, but you can honestly squeeze in much more with a little effort (read: packing cubes).

The Bigger Carry-On

This is basically the largest carry-on that still fits in the overhead bin, and it's about as durable (i.e. it’s hard to scuff) as it gets. It has interior compression, 360-degree wheels and just about everything else you could need, and there’s a reason why it’s one of the best carry-on luggages you can buy.

Best For : A Time-Trusted Favorite

Your parents’ favorite luggage brand has stood the test of time—and they’ve undergone some major aesthetic upgrades through the years. Founded in 1910, it’s added aluminum and hard shells alongside duffles, soft shell cases, and just about anything else you could want. The brand even offer tons of travel accessories like packing cubes and luggage locks —all of which are as durable as their actual suitcases, ready to take you to your next getaway in Europe.

Freeform Large Spinner

This big boy will fit anything you could possibly need, but weighs-in at only 9.6-pounds. That’s light, especially when you consider that it stands at 31.1 inches. It comes with double wheels for extra durability, a TSA-approved three-dial combination lock, and multiple internal pockets.

Outline Pro Carry-On Spinner

Best For : Affordable Reliability

This brand was created by a pilot, so go ahead and expect all of your needs, wants, and expectations to be exceeded. Many of their features are patented specifically for this brand—including the contoured grip handle that’s lined with rubber and adjusts to four different heights. All of their cases feature 360-degree magnetic spinner wheels that are incredibly durable and provide the smoothest glide in the game.

Platinum Elite Carry-On Business Plus Hardside Spinner

Not only does this carry-on look sleek thanks to its platinum lining, it comes with an easy-to-reach exterior padded pocket that allows you to slip your laptop in and out while trusting that it’s protected. It also has external charging ports and it can be expanded up to two inches in case you decide to shove a few extra items in at the last minute.

Platinum Elite Large Check-In Hardside Spinner

Best For : Rough-and-Tumble Luggage

When you think of high-end luxury luggage, Tumi probably comes to mind. The brand was one of the first to offer luxe luggage that came with a pretty luxe price point to match. That said, they’ve more than earned their stripes when it comes to durability and looks. Tumi puts all of its designs through 30 durability tests, including tossing them in a tumbler 125 times and putting major miles on the wheels.

Continental Dual Access 4 Wheeled Carry-On

19 Degree Extended Trip Hard Shell Suitcase

Briggs and Riley

Best For: Suitcases With an Airtight Warranty

Another luxury brand, Briggs and Riley bases their unique features on feedback they’ve received over the years from customers—so it’s all super functional. For starters, they have an external handle so that you have a smooth packing surface inside your bag. In keeping with this customers-first theme, they are also known for their incredible warranty and coverage plans. They’ll fix or replace your luggage regardless of when you bought it or what happened.

Essential 22" Carry-On Expandable Spinner

One of the coolest parts about Briggs and Riley’s Spinner is the compression feature which allows you to expand the bag up to 25% and then compress it back down to normal size. It also has lots of pockets, so you’re sure to stay organized.

Large Expandable Spinner

Best For : Unique, Good-Looking Luggage

Founded in 1946, Delsey Paris is known for combining high-end leather with their super protective luggage pieces. While you can still find beautiful designs with leather lining, the brand also offers incredibly lightweight hardshell luggage pieces made from polypropylene. All of their luggage options have superior design features, and they often do collaborations with other brands that result in extra-fun, bright color options.

Medium Trunk Spinner

Carry-On Plus Expandable Spinner

At only 5.7 pounds, this one of the most lightweight carry-ons you’re likely to find—and it’s Delsey’s lightest suitcase ever. It has an ergonomic handle, durable 360-degree wheels, and it’s covered by a two year warranty.

Best For : A Stray from the DTC Norm

Monos makes beautiful, sleek luggage—but the best part is that it’s reasonably priced thanks to their direct-to-consumer model. The brand puts a lot of effort into sourcing quality parts, and they list all of the quality tests that they go through with each design. They also offer lifetime warranties, which speaks to their faith in their products.

Hybrid Carry-On

Hybrid Check-In Large

Think of this as the older sibling of the carry-on. In addition to holding up to 97 liters, it has 360-degree spinner wheels that help it glide along with ease.

Best for : Luxuriously Taking to the Skies

Rimowa began in 1898, and they started creating early versions of the aluminum trunks they’re known for today in 1920. Since then, the brand has become synonymous with both style and quality, and while their prices certainly reflect that quality, remember that any luggage piece from Rimowa will last for years to come. Each piece of luggage from the brand also includes a lifetime warranty so that you never have to worry about any mishaps.

Original Cabin

Best For: Nearly Indestructible Baggage

Founded in 1989, Calpak is known for its streamlined and clean design as well as its luggage, smaller bags, toiletry bags, and carrying cases. All of their pieces feature carbon steel bearing wheels that won’t break no matter how much pressure you put on them.

Ambeur Carry-On Luggage in Black

These suitcases are intended to carry whatever you can manage to fit in the case as they have carbon steel bearing wheels. The case is also lightweight at only 7.1 pounds.

Ambeur Medium Luggage in Silver

At just 8.6 pounds, this aluminum case is lightweight and durable. It also comes in different metallic hues so that you can get the look of titanium without the weight.

What to Look For in the Best Luggages

In general, size and the material of the outside of the luggage are two of the biggest choices you’ll have to make. While hardshells have been more popular in the past few years, brands like Away have started offering pieces with telescopic handles and nylon exteriors that still manage to look great in line at the airport bar or in the office on business trips. If you’re trying to decide between hard and soft shell pieces of luggage, keep in mind that hardshells provide a bit more protection for your personal items. That being said, soft-sided luggage tends to offer a bit more give if you’re the type of packer who constantly finds themselves shoving just one more thing in your bag. Hardshell pieces of luggage can also be more lightweight to tote, since most brands are making them with aluminum or polycarbonate—materials that are both strong and almost weightless.

Warranties are another important consideration when looking for luggage or travel bags that will last for years to come. One advantage to going with a more luxe brand like Rimowa is that they tend to offer extensive—even lifetime—warranties that will cover any problem that may come up over the years. There are also plenty of brands that are now publishing their quality-testing processes so that it’s easy to gauge their products’ durability.

105 Instagram Nature Captions for Those Days When the Mountains Are Calling

These short messages are perfect for your beautiful outdoor photos.

Sweater weather is officially here, and after a summer of record heat, fall temperatures are finally feeling like a breath breeze of fresh air! You’ve probably spent much of the last few sweltering months inside near a fan, or outdoors in a pool, but there's nothing like cooler weather to inspire us to get outside for a scenic hike at a national park, a leisurely walk with your fur babies (check out the Country Living Pet Lab) at a local park with lots of green space, or even a canoe trip across a regional lake with friends in the outdoors, where the epic beauty of changing leaves will leave your jaw dropping. Whether you’re an avid outdoors person or just one who dabbles, we can all use a healthy dose of Vitamin D from the autumn sun’s glorious rays.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) says natural exposure to the skin from sunlight is essential because, "Vitamin D is a nutrient you need for good health. It helps your body absorb calcium, one of the main building blocks for strong bones." It also reduces body inflammation, modulates healthy cell growth, increases immune function, regulates glucose metabolism, prevents rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults, and reduces the risk of heart attacks and other cardiovascular events.

Beyond Vitamin's D healthy benefits, immersing ourselves in nature offers views of the Earth’s stunning landscapes and renews our spirit to face the days ahead. Living life outside of building walls, fluorescent lights, and screens is essential to the human experience. Dedicating time to play outdoors and reflect on natural beauty has the capacity to rejuvenate our mental outlook and recharge our physical well-being. Along the way, we're certain to capture some beautiful pics that deserve worthy nature captions to go with them! That's where this list comes in.

Types of Nature Captions on the List

Whether you’re putting on your boots for an early morning hike, loading up camping gear for a trip, or heading to a local creek with your canoe or kayak in tow, we have a list of picture-perfect nature captions for the photos you're sure to snap while on your adventures in Mother Nature. We include everything from humorous sayings to reflective quotes for you to share. Enjoy the outdoors and these thoughtful nature captions!

Nature Captions about Getting Outside

• Just trying to *branch* out a bit.
• Where the wild things are (It’s me, I’m the wild thing!)
• I’m just here for the trail mix.
• Caution: Sunsets are prettier IRL than they appear in these photos.
• Real Jungle > Concrete Jungle
• The mountains are calling, and I must go!
• Always take the scenic route.
• Life’s a beach.
• I think nature is my color.
• All my cares go away when I take a walk outside.
• Hike more. Worry less.
• Not all classrooms have four walls.
• My hearts long for soil on my feet and sun on my face.
• I’ve reached more peaks than I can count.
• Every mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing.
• No turning or looking back. The path ahead holds the answers you need.
• Climb every mountain, forge every stream!
• There is a pleasure in the pathless woods.
• Views like this make life even sweeter.
• Another day, another sunset.
• Jump in with all your clothes on!
• Walk more and worry less.
• The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
• Breathe in the crisp mountain air. You’ll feel glorious.
• What a Wonderful World!
• The sun shines brightly on my face.

Captions about Nature's Beauty

• The world isn’t all sunshine and rainbows, but today it was!
• "The antidote to exhaustion isn’t rest. It’s nature." —Shikoba
• Bloom where you are planted.
• I chose the road less traveled, and now I don't know where I am.
• "The earth laughs in flowers." —Ralph Waldo Emerson
• Nature never goes out of style.
• There is beauty around every bend.
• In my happy place.
• Let your canopy be the stars in the sky.
• Free as a bird.
• Life is better with sunshine.
• Standing at the shore is where I must be.
• Breathe deep.
• Don't avert your eyes.
• This view never gets old.
• Nature at its best!
• Mother Nature has put on a show tonight!
• So many sights. So many sounds. So much divine beauty.
• Sunrise, sunset!
• The sun is smiling on me.
• Keep your eyes open.
• Look closer. Design is everywhere.

Funny Nature Puns

• Does this foliage bring out my eyes?
• When getting off the grid makes the grid.
• Definitely go chasing waterfalls. 10/10 would recommend, no notes
• Peak nature. (Ha!)
• Not all who wander are lost. Except us. We definitely got lost.
• Don’t stop be-leafing.
• Here’s my lumber. Call me maybe.
• May the forest be with you.
• Trails before ales, pines before wines, lakes before cakes.
• I’m waterfalling for you.
• Nature—cheaper than therapy.
• I lichen you very moss.
• The difference between “hill” and “hell” isn’t a fine line.
• Hiking hair, don’t care.

Nature Captions about Feeling Small

• "We still do not know one thousandth of one percent of what nature has revealed to us." —Albert Einstein
• Where the river meets the sky
• "Men argue. Nature acts." —Voltaire
• Captivated by the ever-changing beauty
• A perfect night underneath the stars.
• The roar of the ocean fills my whole being.
• This is heaven on earth.
• It’s a big world out there - explore!
• No better way to recharge than outside.
• The call of the wild is loud and true.
• Go to where the wonder is. Go outside.
• In awe of God’s creation.
• Wandering with the wild things.
• Deep canyons and tall trees are my happy place.
• There’s nothing better than feeling small in nature. It's the best way to instill a fresh sense of awe.
• Get down low. Explore the heights. Change your perspective.
• Forget your troubles and enter the wild.

Notable Quotes for Nature Captions

• "Live in the sunshine, swim the sea, drink the wild air." —Ralph Waldo Emerson
• "The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever." —Jacques-Yves Cousteau
• "Sunsets are proof that endings can often be beautiful, too." —Beau Taplin
• "Should you shield the canyons from the windstorms, you would never see the true beauty of their carvings." —Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
• "Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you." —Walt Whitman
• "Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head with silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby." —Langston Hughes
• "Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt." ―John Muir
• "The woods are lovely, dark and deep. But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep." —Robert Frost
• "Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there is really no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather." —John Ruskin
• "Land really is the best art." —Andy Warhol
• "Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair." —Khalil Gibran
• “There is pleasure in the pathless woods, there is rapture in the lonely shore, there is society where none intrudes, by the deep sea, and music in its roar; I love not Man the less, but Nature more.” — Lord Byron
• “Deep in their roots, all flowers keep the light.” — Theodore Roethke
• “For in the true nature of things, if we rightly consider, every green tree is far more glorious than if it were made of gold and silver.” — Martin Luther
• “I believe a leaf of grass is no less than the journey-work of the stars.” — Walt Whitman
• “On earth there is no heaven, but there are pieces of it.” — Jules Renard
• “Birds sing after a storm; why shouldn't people feel as free to delight in whatever sunlight remains to them?” — Rose Kennedy
• “I want to do with you what spring does with cherry trees.” — Pablo Neruda
• “Let us permit nature to have her way. She understands her business better than we do.” — Michel de Montaigne
• “Nature is an infinite sphere of which the center is everywhere and the circumference nowhere.” — Blaise Pascal
• “The sun, with all those planets revolving around it and dependent on it, can still ripen a bunch of grapes as if it had nothing else in the universe to do.” — Galileo Galilei
• “Nature is the art of God.” — Dante Alighieri
• “I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station, through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in.” — George Washington Carver
• “Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.” — John Lubbock
• “Nature is so powerful, so strong. Capturing its essence is not easy — your work becomes a dance with light and the weather. It takes you to a place within yourself.” — Annie Leibovitz
• “To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment.” — Jane Austen
• “Hiking is just walking where it's okay to pee.” — Demetri Martin

Janece Maze is Associate Editor at Country Living , where she covers DIY projects, gardening, and travel. When she’s not in the kitchen creating a new recipe with farm fresh ingredients, you can find her on the road heading to a music festival or browsing a local consignment shop.  

Leah Hall is currently a digital producer and writer for Country Living. She is based in Huntsville, Alabama. 

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Eminem's daughter Hailie Jade Mathers gushes about her 'beautiful' wedding

Hailie Jade Mathers has officially become a bride.

The 28-year-old daughter of rapper Eminem shared the news of her dreamy wedding day on  her Instagram page  on Monday.

The newlywed announced she had married her longtime partner, Evan McClintock, over the weekend with five photos from the ceremony and after.

“Waking up a wife this week,” the caption to her post reads. “We couldn’t have asked for a better, more beautiful weekend celebration. So so many happy tears were shed, laughs & smiles were had, & so much love was felt. Evan and I are feeling so grateful for all of the family & friends that traveled to support us and be a part of this new chapter of our lives as husband & wife.”

The first image in Mathers’ post shows the “Just a Little Shady” podcaster and her husband kissing while standing before an officiant. In the photo, the three stand under a doorway adorned with white flowers.

A second photo shows the couple driving off in a classic white convertible. The subsequent two photos show portraits of McClintock and Mathers, respectively. The latter shows Mathers in a mermaid gown featuring a strapless sweetheart neckline and a skirt made of gathered ruffles. She can also be seen wearing an airy cathedral-length veil and stud earrings, while holding a bouquet of white and cream florals.

Instagram users offered congratulations and well wishes to the bride and her groom in the comments section of the post.

“I hope this day, but more importantly I hope this life is everything you’ve dreamed of and more,” Mathers’ sister, Alaina Marie Scott, wrote. “You are so deserving.”

“Even though I don’t know you, I feel like I knew you my whole life,” read another comment. “Congratulations to you both!”

Some users couldn’t resist asking for more details on the celebration, with many asking for photos of her father, Eminem (born Marshall Mathers), on the day of. Mathers is  the second of the rapper’s three children  with ex Kim Scott, and he has mentioned her in various songs throughout his career. In 2002, he released the hit “Hailie’s Song.”

“Can we please see Em walk you down the [aisle],” one user asked.

“Where’s da goat?” another chimed in.

Mathers and McClintock became engaged back in February 2023  after being in a long-term relationship for several years.

At the time of their engagement, Mathers shared the news  with an Instagram post  highlighting the moment McClintock surprised her and got down on one knee.

The Ultimate Guide to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

By Jesse & Rachael Lyons

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground . Fort Wilderness is one of the original Walt Disney World resorts—it opened just 1 month after Magic Kingdom Park in 1971. More than 1,200 campsites and cabins sprawl across 750 wooded acres, located less than 4 miles from Cinderella Castle. Fort Wilderness may be one of the most expensive campgrounds in the U.S., but it offers exceptional amenities. It’s also one of the most economical ways to book a dream Walt Disney World vacation.

Despite the high nightly rate, this campground is a must-experience for Disney fans. We booked our Fort Wilderness campsite the day after we purchased our fifth wheel. We were Disney fans prior to RV life, but RVing has added a lot of pixie dust to our Walt Disney World vacations. Full-time RVing has even allowed us to become Florida residents and Disney Annual Passholders.

Fort Wilderness has its own brand of Disney culture. It’s central to many vacation traditions, especially around the holidays. Many visitors return year after year, or book long stays. There are many reasons to RV, and some choose the lifestyle specifically to live at or near Walt Disney World part of the year. Whether you’re just stopping by to visit Mickey, or planning a longer escape to the vacation kingdom, you can’t miss the magic of this resort.

Photo by: Jesse & Rachael Lyons

How to Book

High nightly rates don’t deter this campground’s popularity. Reservations can be made up to 499 days in advance, and campers who want longer stays or popular dates should book that early. The earlier you can reserve your campsite, the better—but it’s possible to pick up a less popular date or cancellation with shorter notice. There are three ways to book your campsite.

Online at disneyworld.go.com: This is the most straightforward way to book, especially if you already have travel dates in mind.

Calling Disney at (407) 939-1936: Hold times are long, but once you get on the line with a Disney cast member, they can often wave a magic wand. Call if you can’t find availability online, but have flexible travel dates. Disney reservation services will work with you to find available dates for your vacation.

Book with a Disney Travel Agent: This is the best way to book, especially if you’re trying to find a cancellation for a specific date, or if you’re planning a full Walt Disney World vacation. A Disney travel agent is like a Disney vacation FASTPASS, and often comes at no additional cost. Our go-to Disney travel agent is Christine Wilson at Two Ears East , because she’s an RVer who specializes in Fort Wilderness.

Types of Campsites

Fort Wilderness offers a range of accommodations for any type of camper. Rates change frequently and vary by season. Here’s what to expect based on the 2021 season.

Tent or Pop-Up Sites ($73 to $179 per night): The Fort Wilderness tent sites are the best value stay in all of Walt Disney World, especially because up to 10 guests can stay in one site. Sites include a concrete pad for parking, water, and electric hookups. Pop-ups, truck campers, vans, small Class Cs, and tiny trailers can also take advantage of these sites, though there’s no access to sewer hookups.

RV Sites ($110 to $250 per night): Disney offers four levels of RV sites fit for royalty, dependent on the site size and location within the resort. All RV sites are spacious and include a concrete pad and full hookups.

RV Rentals (night rate, plus $750 and up): Many local third-party companies will deliver an RV rental straight to your Fort Wilderness campsite. You still have to reserve the campsite in advance. Disney has two official RV rental vendors —Luxurious Rentals and Meacham’s RV—but other rental companies are allowed to deliver directly to your campsite.

Cabins ($360 to $800): Fort Wilderness also offers themed cabin rentals, which are convenient for family members and friends who don’t own an RV.

Fort Wilderness allows all types of tents and RVs with sites large enough to accommodate big rigs, including long fifth wheels and Class As. Unlike some high-end resorts, Fort Wilderness doesn’t have rules about the age of your RV . All sites are back-in, but easily accessible. Fort Wilderness doesn’t offer a dump station as all RV sites have sewer hookups.

Camping With Kids

Disney’s Fort Wilderness is a true Neverland for kids of all ages. The campground is designed for families first, and offers countless activities before you even make it to the theme parks. Here are a few tips specifically for families:

• Campsites near The Meadows offer easy access to the pool and playground.
• The campground is massive for little legs, so consider renting a golf cart to return your family from the resort transportation.
• Take advantage of the dozens of (often free) kids activities, and ask for an activities calendar at check-in.

The Disney Experience

Fort Wilderness is a beautiful campground, but the main reason to stay here is for the resort activities and proximity to the Disney theme parks.

Accessing the Park

Fort Wilderness is the only campground within Walt Disney World Resort. It’s less than 4 miles from Magic Kingdom, and less than a 15-minute drive from all four theme parks. It’s easy to visit the parks and return to your campsite for a midday break.

Free bus transportation, Disney’s Magical Express​, is provided to all of the theme parks from the campground’s entrance. Boat transportation to Magic Kingdom is a special perk for Fort Wilderness guests—boats depart from Settlement at the back of the campground. All transportation arrives approximately every 20 minutes. Just remember to purchase park tickets and make park reservations before your visit.

Fort Wilderness offers plenty of campground amenities, including:

• Campsite grills
• Cable connection
• Clean bathhouses
• Pool with a waterslide
• Basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts
• Playgrounds
• Running trails
• Onsite dining and shopping
• Dozens of free and additional activities
• Disney Resort guest perks

Looking for the best breakfast or fried chicken at Walt Disney World? You don’t even have to leave the campground.

Trail’s End: This homestyle breakfast and dinner restaurant is all-you-care-to-enjoy. We highly recommend fueling up on bacon, sausage, and Mickey waffles before you hit the parks.

P&J’s Southern Takeout: The family meals to go might just be the best value of all of Disney’s dining options. We always crave the delicious fried chicken.

Cockett’s Tavern: Sip some moonshine on the porch by this walk-up bar.

Meadow Snack Bar and Chuck Wagon: Grab some basic campground fare like hot dogs, Mickey pretzels, and ice cream bars at these snack locations near the pool.

Food Trucks: Fort Wilderness often hosts local Orlando food trucks. Ask about the schedule when you check in. Venture to the rest of the Disney resort to visit hundreds of unique dining options ranging from themed pizza to high-end signature restaurants.

Not only does Fort Wilderness offer impressive activities for any campground, they may take the prize for best activities of any Disney World Resort. You could enjoy a full vacation here without even visiting a theme park.

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revenue ($66 to $74 for adults, $39 to $44 for kids): This rollicking Old West themed dinner show is an absolute hoot with a side of delicious fried chicken and cherry pie. Enjoy slapstick acts from exuberant performers alongside all-you-care-to-enjoy dinner and drinks. Put this at the top of your list and reserve in advance. The show hasn’t returned since the start of the pandemic, but rumor has it that it’ll be back in 2022.

Chip ‘n’ Dale’s Campfire Sing-A-Long (Free): Roast marshmallows and sing Disney songs with the official mascots of Fort Wilderness, everyone’s favorite chipmunks, Chip and Dale. The characters aren’t currently meeting as the resort is still in the process of reinstating offerings. You’ll still find the nightly campfire, and Chip ‘n’ Dale will be back soon.

Horseback Riding ($55 per person), Pony Rides ($8 per person), and Carriage Rides (Call to book): The Tri Circle D Ranch, home to all Disney World horses, including Cinderella’s, is located at Fort Wilderness. Book horseback riding or pony rides, or just visit the ranch for free to see the horses. Carriage and wagon rides are also offered, including themed rides during the holidays.

Boat Rentals and Fishing ($8 to $90 per hour): From kayaks and canoes to fishing and pontoon boats, you can rent any kind of boat to float on the canals and lakes around the resort. You can even book a guided fishing tour or bring your own poles.

Archery ($45 per person): The budding Merida in your group can book an archery lesson.

Kids Activities (Mostly free): The rotating calendar of free or inexpensive kids activities include pool games, a nightly outdoor movie, arts and crafts, trivia, and more. Ask for the schedule at check-in.

Fireworks (Free): Enjoy a fantastic, crowdless view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks show right on the campground beach, no park ticket necessary. Stick around afterward, because the charming Electrical Water Pageant will float on by.

Holidays at Fort Wilderness (Free): Campers create their own magic around Halloween and the winter holiday season with all-out campsite decorations that rival the Griswold’s. Pour yourself a mug of cocoa and go for a dazzling nighttime walk around the campground.

50th Anniversary Celebrations: Both Fort Wilderness and Walt Disney World are celebrating their 50th anniversaries this year. Pick up some vintage-inspired merchandise at the Trading Post, and some of the exclusive treats on the Trail’s End and P&J menus. If you’re headed to the parks, don’t miss the sensational anniversary nighttime shows and “beacons of magic” lighting.

Insider Tips

Here are some tips from seasoned Fort Wilderness adventurers to make your trip more enjoyable:

Bring Your Dog: Fort Wilderness is the most dog-friendly Disney accommodation. There’s a $5 per night fee, but your dog is welcome around the campground and at the large dog park. If you don’t want to leave your dog in the RV while you enjoy the park, Best Friends Pet Hotel is nearby.

Bring a Golf Cart or Bike: The campground is massive, and after clocking thousands of steps at the theme parks, a mile walk to your campsite can be daunting. Most families bring golf carts or bikes to easily get to park transportation. Rentals are also available.

Visit Wilderness Lodge: The campground provides bus and boat transportation to the luxury rustic-chic hotel next door. For a relaxing evening, stroll the grand lobby and sip a craft cocktail at the Territory Lounge.

Visiting the Park Before and After Your Stay: On your check-in and check-out days, you can park your RV in the campground’s front lot, then catch a bus for a few more park hours. Note that the theme parks also offer RV parking.

Disney Resort Perks: Take advantage of the perks of staying at a Walt Disney World Resort, including early and extended theme park hours, early booking access to dining reservations and Lighting Lane times, in-park merchandise delivery, and discounted Magic Bands.

Disney’s Fort Wilderness is a one-of-a-kind campground and a true resort. While it’s more expensive than your average campground or RV park, it’s a great value for a Disney World vacation. Be sure to plan at least one extra non-theme park day to enjoy everything Fort Wilderness has to offer.

Meet the Author

Jesse & Rachael Lyons

Jesse and Rachael are a married couple from Boston, Massachusetts. In 2018 they ditched their city apartment, became digital nomads, and hit the road to go on an adventure. Now, they travel full-time in their renovated Keystone Cougar fifth wheel, tasting local food and beer everywhere they go.

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