Why join
Every campus has trails, rivers and stories worth telling. We want to share them, and help you build something you're proud of along the way.
Get published
Your stories, photos and films published by a real magazine, online and on Instagram, with standout work considered for print.
A title for your résumé
Campus Correspondent at The Experience Exchange, with a path to Campus Editor as you grow your team at your school.
Editing and mentorship
Work with student editors who help you sharpen your writing, photography and storytelling. Strong contributors can ask us for recommendation letters.
A national network
Connect with outdoorsy student writers, photographers and filmmakers at schools across the country.
Explore with a purpose
A reason to get out to the trails, rivers and mountains near your school, and share what you find.
Perks as we grow
We're building partnerships with outdoor brands and local businesses, and correspondents will be first in line for gear, discounts and paid opportunities.
How it works
Apply
Tell us your school, what you like to make and the places you love near campus. It takes 3 minutes.
Pitch
Send us an idea: a trail guide, a story about a local adventure, a photo essay, a short film.
Create
Head out, make it, and work with an editor to get it ready.
Publish
We publish it with your name and share it with our readers, and you keep it for your portfolio.
Good to know
Who can apply? Any college student in the US. No experience needed, and portfolios of any size are welcome.
How much time does it take? As much as you want. Most correspondents contribute one piece a month during the school year.
Is it paid? Correspondent roles are volunteer for now. We're working on paid opportunities and partner perks, and correspondents will hear about them first.
Can I bring friends? Yes. Campus Editors can build a small team of writers and photographers at their school.