5 Historic Hikes to Celebrate Public Lands Day Matt Wastradowski|September 27, 2017 Whether hiking in the shadow of Devils Tower or following a stretch of one of the world’s longest footpaths, the best way to celebrate is by...
An Ode to the Gear that Lasts Whitney James|September 20, 2017 Gear that wears in is better than gear that wears out. REI member Whitney James shares the story of her beloved blue sleeping bag from 1967, passed down from her dad.
Angel Collinson’s View From the Summit Leslie Hittmeier|September 19, 2017 Rather than basking in the glory of past accomplishments, Collinson is focusing on self-improvement and making a positive impact. “When I...
Outdoor Nation Inspires the Next Generation of Outdoor Enthusiasts Jill Price|September 18, 2017 For the past three years, the Outdoor Foundation has been getting thousands of college students outside through friendly campus challenge.
5 Tips for a Crowd-Free Hiker’s Road Trip in the West Matt Wastradowski|September 15, 2017 Grab your map, pack and favorite playlist. It's time to hit the open road. Whether bagging the 14ers of Colorado, bouncing between Utah’s n...
Trails and Ales: Maine Lisa Wood Shapiro|September 14, 2017 3 craft breweries paired with 6 classic Maine hikes Since the 1980s, Mainers have been at the vanguard of the craft beer revival. There are...
Dealing with Disappointment in the Great Outdoors Whitney James|September 13, 2017 Plans to hike a Colorado fourteener turned into an unexpected trip to the ER. Whitney James shares you can learn from misadventures in the mountains.
Bethany Lebewitz Uses Instagram to Grow Inclusion in Climbing Cameron Fenton|September 12, 2017 @Browngirlsclimb is one of the many social media accounts changing the face of climbing.
Alpine Primer: Where to Escape the Crowds in the High Mountains Nick Mott|September 8, 2017 Discover the best spots for alpine climbing in Colorado! Escape the crowds and explore the high mountains with our comprehensive guide.
My Experience at an REI Co-op Member Campout Shelly Ciszek|September 8, 2017 Membership is so much more than discounts and dividends; it's a chance to join a community that shares a common love for the outdoors. The R...
What to Wear on a Hiking Date Aer Parris|September 6, 2017 Friends don’t let friends look too dorky in the woods. High-waisted hiking pants with tucked-in shirts, socks with sandals, cotton dresse...
Jenny Bruso’s Fight for a More Inclusive Outdoor Community Matt Wastradowski|September 5, 2017 “The switchbacks repeated themselves so many times I couldn’t tell what progress I’d made, but there it was, the last one before the crest. ...
