The Life of an Eastern Sierra Avalanche Forecaster Monica Prelle|December 15, 2017 11 years ago, Josh Feinberg lost a close friend—and nearly died himself—in an avalanche. Now, he's devoted his life to helping others avoid a similar fate.
How Many Quickdraws Do I Need? Joe Pasteris|December 14, 2017 The number of quickdraws you need varies based on the climb, but most sport climbing routes can be led with 12 or fewer. Learn more on the Co-op Journal.
11 Things to Know Before You Head into the Backcountry Megan Michelson|December 14, 2017 Avalanche instructor and heli-ski guide Lel Tone shares 11 tips every skier or rider should know to help them make good decisions in the backcountry.
High School Mountain Bike Racing Is About Much More Than Who Finishes First Tracy Ross|December 14, 2017 In the Colorado High School Cycling League, kids discover a thousand different reasons to love riding. When I ask my son, Hatcher, what hi...
Semi-Rad: The Joy of Postholing Brendan Leonard|December 8, 2017 When your boot punches through the top layer of snow, don't let your heart sink simultaneously. Brendan Leonard explains how to find "joy" in postholing.
The Nature Fix: Why We’re Hardwired for Adventure Florence Williams|December 6, 2017 Florence Williams explains why the thirst for new, exciting experiences is part of our DNA, and how adventuring can be powerful for our psyches.
Op-Ed: Why Now—More than Ever—We Must Live by Leave No Trace Patrick Kandianis|December 5, 2017 In a time when more and more people are embracing outdoor recreation, here's how to combat the destruction of the wild places we love. La...
Semi-Rad: An Ode to Ski Resort Food Courts Brendan Leonard|November 29, 2017 Maybe you’ve had one of those ski days: 7 inches of powder, very little wind, mild temperatures and a somehow uncrowded mountain where you’r...
This Debut Event Aims to Make Off-Road Cycling More Inclusive Morgan Tilton|November 28, 2017 The Women’s Off-Road Cycling Congress aims to create an intellectual, informative dialogue among cyclists and gather qualitative data for the bike industry.
Finding Home in Alaska’s Backcountry Shannon Kuhn|November 24, 2017 Korean-Alaskan Adventurer and REI member Shannon Kuhn shares how backcountry skiing helped her see Alaska, her home state, from a new perspective.
Top 4 Paddling Tips for Winter REI Staff|November 24, 2017 Whether you’re kayaking, paddle boarding or canoeing, REI Outdoor School instructor Valerie Cleland shares her top four tips for paddling during winter.
An Abbreviated History of Modern Ski Technology Megan Michelson|November 22, 2017 Discover the fascinating evolution of ski technology history! From wooden skis to modern designs, explore the innovations that have revolutionized the sport. Read more on REI's blog.
