PHOTO GALLERY: Queer On The Outside

Rose Jackson / 20 / Student, Security / Ben Nevis, Scotland

“Last summer was really horrible because I was working 5 awful jobs, moments like this saved my sanity. The guys I was subletting with at the time invited me along to their Ben Nevis sunrise hike and I’m so glad I went. You can see me with my lil gay topknot in awe of the sun on the right.”

Alice / 24 / Student / Isla del Sol, Bolivia

“I’m from Italy, but currently travelling through Peru and Bolivia for a few weeks and taking pictures with every llama I see.”

Lotty Cross / 18 / Lifeguard / Land’s End, Cornwall, England

“My dog and I are at Land’s End, the last place where the sun sets over England and it was beautiful. We went surfing on this trip and I got to spend a week with really cute surfer girls embracing my gay.”

Maria / 32 / Therapist / Matador Beach near Los Angeles, CA

“I’m traipsing around in the sunshine because Seattle is still very gloomy until July or so, and I get very itchy this time of year to move around and see other places! My honey and I got Cuban sandwiches and are walking around on the beach, because what’s not to like about that.”

Sarah / 33 / Adventure Vlogger / Split Rock, Wyoming

“I was in the midst of crossing the United States in my camper van when I spotted a vague little sign that simply stated, “Split Rock.” I hit the brakes, ignoring the sound of all of my possessions evacuating their cabinets behind me. It was worth the mess; Split Rock was a geological playground, covered in massive boulders and gnarled, stunted trees. I was filled with childlike wonder as I scrambled and climbed all over that place. I’ll never forget that special place.”

Emily / 25 / Corporate Drone, Part-time Grey’s Anatomy Podcast Host / Lakefront Path somewhere around 47th, Chicago, IL

“This was the return trip of our 14-mile trek to get milkshakes. It was a damn good milkshake.”

Jacqueline / 30 / Nursing student / Beacon Hill Park Petting Zoo, Victoria B.C., Canada

“Most people come to Beacon Hill Park petting zoo to see the baby goats, but I’m all about catching up with my BFF, Chester.”

Bess Anderson / 30 / Graduate Student, UX Designer / Zionsville, IN

“This is me discovering that despite what Werner Herzog says, chickens really are ok. I’m at a friend’s alpaca farm here, during feeding time. I was minding my own business when this creature was thrust upon me and I caught feelings.”

Renee / 33 / Brand Strategist / Margaretville, NY

“Cooling off after finishing a 6-mile run with my wife. There was 3 feet of snow here just about 3 weeks ago, so the water was ICEY!”

” Hanging out with my wife at our cabin in Margaretville. This was the first campfire of the year.”

“Me and my wife taking a walk in Margaretville.”

“Wife and dog cooking hot dogs!”

Emma Madorsky and Pat Denbeau / 20, 31 / Student; Program Coordinator at Phoenix Multisport, Wilderness Guide / Joshua Tree National Park

“This from Joshua Tree National Park in California. My girlfriend and I took a camping trip to Joshua Tree and ended up taking a beautiful hike and took this picture! This picture is very special because it was our first camping trip together after spending 6 months apart while my girlfriend was working in Boston. Now reunited, we haven’t stopped camping, climbing and loving one another. We’re also avid climbers and hikers and the outdoors is our home.”