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Backpacker

Pays writers— ~$0.50/wordAccepts pitches

About Backpacker

Focused on wilderness hiking and backpacking. Pitches need to be trail-specific with firsthand experience. Strong photography a plus.

Pays Writers

Yes

Pay Structure

Per word

Rate

~$0.50/word

Accepts Pitches

Yes — accepts unsolicited pitches

Typical Response Time

Moderate response — ~6 weeks

AFAR

~$1/word

Accepts pitches

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€0.20–€0.35/word

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$0.50–$0.75/word

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