First Look: Our Favorite Ski Apparel and Accessories from Outdoor Retailer Lily Krass Ritter|February 7, 2020 We found jackets, bibs, goggles, an avalanche backpack and more at the Outdoor Retailer trade show. Which is to say, winter 2020/2021 is going to be fun.
Pro Skier Angel Collinson Wants to Sail Around the World Megan Michelson|February 6, 2020 Pro skier Angel Collinson felt a calling to live on a boat. So, she bought an old sailboat and intends to do just that.
The Reinvention of Breaks Interstate Park Graham Averill|February 5, 2020 The 4,600-acre expanse is wild and prime for adventure, but can it save a post-coal community?
Colorado’s Roaring Fork Valley Receives Gold-Level Recognition for Mountain Biking Sarah Grothjan|January 31, 2020 International Mountain Bicycling Association designates Colorado’s first Gold-Level Ride Center.
What a Yale Scholar Discovered About Aspen’s Hidden Shrines Gordy Megroz|January 31, 2020 Cody Musselman, a Ph.D. candidate in religious studies and a former Aspen Mountain employee, reaches surprising conclusions about a quirky mountain-town tradition.
Best Hikes in France Kristen Arendt|January 29, 2020 8 treks that will have you shouting Vive la France!
Pioneering a New Way to Pay for Trail Building in Rural America Jess Daddio|January 29, 2020 Athens, Ohio, has ambitious plans to build 88 miles of singletrack in three years. To make it happen, they’re eyeing a new funding model that could make it easier to bring recreation to rural America.
How to Reduce Your Impact As a Skier Lily Krass Ritter|January 24, 2020 We asked pro skiers and snowboarders for their tips on being more green.
Uncommon Challenge: Sleep (Well) In a Bivy Sack Will McGough|January 23, 2020 Our test dummy trades in his tent for an emergency shelter in a non-emergency.
5 Nail Trends Every Climber Should Try Aer Parris|January 21, 2020 Have you ever wanted to paint your nails before crushing the crux? You're in luck. These are the styles you'll need for the year ahead.
Top Climbing Areas in Europe Liz Dengler|January 17, 2020 Check out these top climbing areas across Europe, then explore more on your own with REI’s Mountain Project.
Winter Camping Advice: We Learned the Hard Way Aer Parris|January 15, 2020 We've all made mistake when trying something new (and even old!). Here's what our experts have learned about winter camping along the way.