At Whisper Forest Ways, we believe that the outdoors is not just a place of adventure, but also a source of deep personal insight and creativity.
We are thrilled to invite you, our community of nature lovers, survival enthusiasts, and wellness seekers, to share your experiences, stories, and knowledge with us.
Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor writer, a poet inspired by nature, or someone who has recently discovered the healing power of the wilderness, we want to hear from you.
Why Share Your Writing?
Writing about nature can be a powerful way to reflect on your experiences, deepen your connection with the outdoors, and inspire others to embark on their own journeys.
By submitting your work to Whisper Forest Ways, you have the opportunity to contribute to a growing community of people who share a love for nature and wellness.
Your words could encourage someone to take their first hike, help them develop a survival skill, or guide them toward mindfulness in nature.
What We’re Looking For
We’re open to a wide variety of submissions, and we encourage creativity in all its forms. Some of the types of writing we’re particularly interested in include:
- Personal Nature Stories: Share your personal experiences in the wilderness. Have you had a transformative hike? An encounter with wildlife that changed your perspective? We’d love to hear your story.
- Survival Guides and Tips: If you have expertise in wilderness survival, foraging, or outdoor preparedness, consider submitting a how-to guide or tips that can help our readers stay safe and knowledgeable in the wild.
- Mindfulness and Wellness Insights: Have you found peace, clarity, or healing through nature? We’re looking for essays or reflections that explore the mental and emotional benefits of spending time outdoors, particularly through mindfulness practices.
- Hiking and Adventure Stories: Whether you’ve conquered a challenging trail or found a hidden gem in your local park, we welcome stories about your hiking adventures and the lessons you’ve learned along the way.
- Nature-Inspired Poetry: If the beauty of the natural world moves you to write poetry, we’d love to showcase your work. Poems that evoke the sensory experience of being outdoors are always welcome.
Submission Guidelines
To ensure that your submission aligns with our mission and resonates with our readers, please review the following guidelines before submitting your work:
- Original Content: We ask that all submissions be original and not published elsewhere. If your work has been published on a personal blog or another platform, please let us know, and we’ll consider it on a case-by-case basis.
- Word Count: We recommend submissions be between 800 and 2,000 words, though we’re flexible depending on the type of content. Poetry submissions can be shorter, but we ask that they not exceed 50 lines.
- Tone and Style: Whisper Forest Ways celebrates the beauty, healing, and adventure found in nature. We’re looking for pieces that are thoughtful, reflective, and inspiring. Whether you’re writing a practical guide or a personal essay, the tone should be uplifting and aligned with our themes of outdoor survival, wellness, and mindfulness.
- Images: If you have photos to accompany your submission, feel free to include them! While not required, high-quality images that complement your writing can enhance the reader’s experience.
- Bio and Social Links: We’d love to know more about you. Please include a short bio (around 50-100 words) with your submission, along with any social media handles or websites you’d like us to link to when we publish your work.
How to Submit
To submit your writing, simply email your piece to us at [email protected] with the subject line “Writing Submission – [Your Title]”. Please include your submission as a Word document or Google Doc attachment. If you’re submitting poetry, feel free to paste your poem directly into the body of the email.
In your email, be sure to include:
- Your full name
- A brief bio (50-100 words)
- Any relevant links (personal blog, social media, etc.)
- The title of your piece
- A short summary (2-3 sentences) of what your submission is about
Our editorial team will review your submission and respond within 2-4 weeks. We value thoughtful, well-crafted content, and we take the time to carefully read each submission.
Join Our Community of Writers
At Whisper Forest Ways, we believe that everyone has a story to tell. Whether you’re sharing a deeply personal moment in nature, providing survival tips, or offering a poetic reflection on the beauty of the outdoors, your voice matters.
By contributing to our platform, you’re helping to inspire others to embrace nature, find peace in the wilderness, and connect with their own inner strength.
We can’t wait to read your stories, guides, and reflections — and to share them with our ever-growing community of outdoor enthusiasts and wellness seekers. Your words have the power to transform how others experience the natural world, and we’re honored to provide a space for you to share them.
Thank you for being a part of the Whisper Forest Ways journey. We look forward to hearing from you!