Founded in 1888, National Geographic magazine is a monthly publication covering important stories about the environment, science, and natural history. The magazine focuses on educating its readers about the world, uncovering its past, illuminating its distant corners, and chronicling its sweeping changes. The publication, pushes the boundaries of human knowledge, exploration, and discovery, with regular sections including "Proof," "Embark," and "Explore." Since June 2023, the magazine has operated an entirely freelance-based writing model, and no longer offers newsstand purchases.

National Geographic Channel is the critically acclaimed network for viewers who "Dare to Explore," providing info-rich entertainment that changes the way you see the world. A trusted source for over 100 years, National Geographic provides NGC with unique access to the most respected scientists, journalists and filmmakers, resulting in innovative and contemporary programming of unparalleled quality that pushes boundaries and takes you as far as you can go. Also a leader on the digital landscape, NGC HD was the number one requested HD network by viewers for the last two years, and NCG VOD is a category leader. Building on its success as one of the fastest-growing cable networks year-to-year in ratings and distribution since launching in January 2001. Based at the National Geographic Society headquarters in Washington, D.C., the NGC is a joint venture between National Geographic Ventures and Fox Cable Networks. Since its launch, NGC initially earned some of the fastest ratings growth in television. The network celebrated its fifth anniversary in January 2006 with the launch of NGC HD. NGC has carriage with all of the nation's major cable and satellite television providers, making it currently available to 67 million homes. PR professionals pitching a new show idea or film for acquisition are advised to contact the network's executive vice president of programming. To pitch a story idea, event, or guest booking to National Geographic Today, contact one of the assignment managers. Advertising information can be attained by contacting the network's senior vice president of media sales at (212) 822-8668. The outlet offers RSS (Really Simple Syndication).

National Geographic History delivers powerful stories, compelling characters, and vibrant visuals to illuminate the past and all that was in it.

Targets junior members, ages 8 to 14, of the National Geographic Society. Includes coverage of science, technology, video games, animals, the outdoors, geography, extreme sports and stories on kids who do great things. Contains features designed to excite readers with stories on the world of nature and other cultures, while simultaneously educating them through fun games, video games, puzzles, wacky facts, science trivia and quizzes. The outlet does NOT cover book reviews, and should NOT be pitched children's books.

Background and Format: National Geographic Kids UK was lauched in October 2006. Editorial covers climate change, planets, dinosaurs, and a news section at the very front of the magazine. PRO's can help with this news as well as with sports related stories where possible. Celebrity guest Editors are also likely to feature. As well as wildlife coverage the magazine will feature film, DVD releases, games, TV music, gadgets and inventions. Press releases/products are always welcome.

Targets junior members, ages 8 to 11, of the National Geographic Society. Contains features designed to elicit interest in the world of nature and other cultures. Includes games, puzzles and quizzes of an educational nature. The outlet does NOT cover book reviews, and should NOT be pitched children's books.

Written for children in grades three through six. Features curriculum-related topics in science and social studies, glossaries with kid-friendly definitions of key terms and ideas for educational activities.

Designed as the official Web site of the National Geographic Society. Editorial provides in-depth articles on the world and all that's in it. Regularly included are stories on the environment, science and natural history. Site features include the ability to search an index of publications or visit the library, meet recipients of research grants, pay a virtual visit to the museum or take in a lecture and sneak a peek at the newest book, kids magazine or travel magazine. Also contains links to resources for kids, parents and teachers.

National Geographic Special is a series of magazines on different topics in nature, culture, and human history. Past issues include the cosmos, the Roman Empire, sleep, and the Titanic, all written and explored in that intelligent and easy to understand National Geographic style.

National Geographic Traveler covers Travel.