Awards & Recognition

Mountain Gazette has been recognized for excellence in storytelling, photography, design, and independent publishing by organizations across media and the outdoor industry.

We’re grateful to every contributor, reader, and supporter who has helped make this work possible.

Explore our nominations and awards below.

2026 National Magazine Award Nomination — Feature Writing

Mountain Gazette was nominated for a 2026 National Magazine Award by the American Society of Magazine Editors in the category of Feature Writing—widely regarded as the marquee award of the evening and one of the highest honors in American journalism.

The nomination recognized “The Bear Suit,” written by Owen Long and published in Mountain Gazette 203 (Spring 2025), in collaboration with Epic Magazine.

Ari Schneider named a finalist for 2026 Livingston Award

Ari Schneider, was named a finalist for the  2026 Livingston Awards in International Reporting for his story, “Tombstones of Narol,” published in Mountain Gazette 203. Known as the “Pulitzer for the Young” this award has been won by Ronan Farrow, Ira Glass, David Remnick, and more. 

 2026 PIA MidAmerica GraphEx Awards — Print & Design Recognition

Mountain Gazette 204 received both a “Best of Category” award in Magazines – Soft Cover and a regional Platinum award at the 2026 PIA MidAmerica GraphEx Awards, which recognize excellence in print production, finishing, and magazine design.

The issue was recognized for pushing the limits of large-format print publishing through its oversized 11” × 17” format, photography, and editorial design.

Media & Press

Featured in The New York Times

Mountain Gazette was featured in a 2024 story in The New York Times examining the resurgence of independent outdoor print magazines and the renewed cultural interest in longform, tactile publishing.

Featured in Wirecutter (The New York Times)

Mountain Gazette was included in the Wirecutter gift guide for “Best Gifts for Dad,” recognizing the magazine as a standout print subscription for readers of outdoor storytelling, photography, and design.

Featured in Fast Company

Mountain Gazette was included in Fast Company feature on the resurgence of independent magazines and the evolving business models supporting print media today.

Featured by PRINT Magazine for Publication Design

In 2025, PRINT Magazine profiled Mountain Gazette’s design philosophy and editorial direction in a feature examining the magazine’s print experience, photography, typography, and immersive layout approach.

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2026 marks the 60th anniversary of Mountain Gazette—six decades of independent outdoor storytelling, photography, and print.