Noa Hopper is currently mid-route on a solo crossing of the Pacific—days shaped by wind, salt, and horizon. A sailor and writer, he’s as at home navigating open water as he is chasing distant horizons. Following a solo Atlantic crossing, this latest passage marks another step toward a non-stop circumnavigation of the globe in support of ocean conservation. Driven by curiosity, resilience, and a deep connection to the sea, Noa reminds us that the wild isn’t something separate from us—it’s something we’re part of.  

There’s a certain rhythm to life on the water - tides dictating time, weather shaping the day, and patience measured in seasons, not hours. For Abby Barrows, that rhythm plays out along the working waterfront of Stonington, Maine, where lobster boats sway on moorings and granite ledges meet the cold, mineral-rich waters of Penobscot Bay.  As an oyster farmer and scientist, Abby moves between observation and action - growing food, restoring ecosystems, and rethinking aquaculture through a regenerative lens.  We caught up with Abby to talk about life on the water, the realities of oyster farming, and what it means to be an Outdoor Lover shaped by the sea.  

Johnny was raised in Congress, Arizona - a small desert town where the sun is relentless and the landscape teaches you early that there’s no hiding from the elements. From riding bikes through open desert to wrestling mats that demanded discipline and grit, Johnny has always been drawn to doing hard things. That drive led him to ultra running - and ultimately to winning the Saddles 100.

When former competitive skier Aliah and pro snowboarder Lucas met five years ago at a training camp in Switzerland, nothing about it suggested a love story. But life in the mountains has its own quiet way of weaving people together. What began as a playful photobomb and an easy friendship has become a partnership that is reshaping not only their careers, but who they each believed they could be.

Brian D’Souza is reimagining how we hear—and feel—the natural world. A boundary-pushing DJ, producer, and field-recording artist, he moves fluidly between late-night dancefloors and quiet coastlines, translating the rhythms of plants, fungi, and sea waves into living soundscapes. Known globally as Auntie Flo, Brian embodies curiosity, attunement, and the deep calm that comes from spending time outdoors with open ears. Whether he’s hiking to a peak after a gig, capturing wild sound in remote places, or creating new ecosystems of music, Brian reminds us that listening—real listening—is a path to freedom.  

Maude Farrell is redefining what it means to move through the mountains. A force across both trail and gravel, she’s as at home running high-alpine ridgelines as she is grinding out endless dirt miles on two wheels. Winner of the Leadville Lead Challenge, Maude embodies grit, curiosity, and the kind of grounded joy that comes from years spent chasing sunrise over summits. Whether she’s training, racing, or simply exploring, Maude reminds us that movement - in all its forms - is freedom.

From 21 km runs to college each morning to racing ultras across the Himalayas,Rashila Tamang is more than a runner—she’s a mountain soul on a mission. Meetthe ultra-trail athlete, climber, and conservationist working to protect the wild places she calls home.

Kiana Weltzien, ocean-crossing sailor, environmentalist, and living proof that sometimes, life’s biggest leaps begin with a moment of quiet clarity — like watching fireworks alone from a high-rise in Miami and deciding: This isn’t it.

Highly accomplished mountaineer and guide Ashish Gurung has been on 16 Everest expeditions, summited four times and this spring Ashish is back on Everest leading a team with the hope of adding a fifth summit to his achievements. A deep inherent connection to the high alpine and a selfless energy to help people achieve their dreams is at the core of this very talented human.

Heli-ski guide, Paramedic, Ski Racer, planter of over 2 million trees and Utu friend,  Evian Rowlands is a true Outdoor Lover. Hailing from Northern British Colombia, she came up in the ski racing world at a young age and went on to compete internationally. Skiing has driven her life and directed her career ever since.  

Mike “Mikey” Kratzer is a true force in the global running community. From trail to ultra, he embodies grit, style, and an unstoppable spirit. A beacon of positivity, Mikey uplifts everyone around him with his kindness, energy, and unwavering support- making him not just an Outdoor Lover, but a foundational one. As you read this, Mikey is steadily charging across the Mojave Desert, taking on The Speed Project’s legendary 300+ mile race from Los Angeles to Las Vegas—a true test of endurance, willpower, and adventure.  

Meg’s love for the outdoors was sparked during unstructured childhood vacations spent exploring trails with her family. As an adult, climbing became her passion, leading her to co-found Smile Mountain Guides—a company rooted in education, stewardship, and inclusivity, including a focus on the Deaf/ASL community. For Meg, being outside isn’t just about the adventure—it's about connection, growth, and joy.

Winters spent splitboarding in the PNW and Alaska, and summers spent whitewater guiding out of Jackson Hole, Carver is living and working the dream, and we salute that. " My personal goals are pretty simple: Create more and consume less". 

We caught up with Sam as he prepared for a goat-packing hike into The Sespe Wilderness, near the remote Californian town of Cuyama. It was mighty hot that day.  

‘When I started guarding Venice Beach there was no ordinance banning nudity…and guys would often come up to my tower naked asking for sunscreen!” 

"I’m still learning honestly. There is so much to think about. A lot comes with experience and advice from other sailors. It was scary starting out and still is sometimes but it’s incredibly rewarding and character building."

"After every session, I feel restored, happy, and able to tackle anything else life throws at me!"  Whether in the cenotes of Mexico or in the deeps of the Pacific Brooke finds her happy meditative state holding her breath 45 meters down. Meet Outdoor Lover Brooke Kendzior.

"Fishing is a discipline in equality, for all people are equal before fish." In the last year he has fished 52 rivers, caught 50 species on the fly and completed the first stage of the Western Native Trout Challenge! 

" I feel a mixture of high-stoke and freedom with a hint of Holy Shit!"

Rene Wiley is not only a highly accomplished trainer and wellness coach for Nike, he is also a fountain of positive energy and community builder.