The Nature Fix: The Three-Day Effect Florence Williams|May 29, 2017 Spending a few consecutive days in nature seems act a reboot for your brain, according to research. Learn more about what called "the three-day effect."
REI Adventures: Lessons from a Lost Coast Adam Setzer|May 22, 2017 Sometimes, you have to put on a backpack and start hiking. Prashanthi Koutha shares her REI Adventure on California's Lost Coast.
Going the Distance with Liz “Snorkel” Thomas Shawnté Salabert|May 18, 2017 With 15,000 miles of trail under her belt, expert thru-hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas has more than a few tips to share. She discusses her book, her experiences and what she hopes other hikers can learn from both.
A Steelhead Quest: Q&A with Terry Myers Ashlee Langholz|May 17, 2017 A Steelhead Quest: Terry Myers, a steelhead advocate and angler, spent 2015 trying to catch a wild steelhead on a different river each month of the year.
The Best Trail to See Oregon’s High Desert Wildflowers ONDA|May 9, 2017 Read about the top wildflower hikes in Oregon's high desert! Explore stunning trails and witness the beauty of nature.
You’re Going to Eat What?! Morgan Sjogren|May 8, 2017 Read about the ultimate comfort food with our mashed potato burrito recipe. Perfect for runners and foodies alike. Get the recipe now.
The Ultrarunner Look Shawnté Salabert|May 5, 2017 Mirna Valerio couldn't care less what anyone thinks a runner’s body "should" look like. She’s far more interested in using hers to grind thr...
Yellowstone National Park Kayaking and Canoeing Packing List REI Staff|May 4, 2017 Kayaking or canoeing in Yellowstone gives you a unique vantage point for exploring America’s first national park.
REI Presents: A Walk in The Park REI Staff|May 2, 2017 They may call it a Picnic, but this is no walk in the park. Bike 23 miles, swim 1.3 miles, hike 3 miles and climb 6,000 feet straight up. Then eat a donut. Turn around. Do it in reverse. Watch the fulm film.
Meet Moab’s Trail Running Guides Amanda Loudin|May 2, 2017 Discover the best Moab running trails with our expert guide. From slickrock to canyons, explore the stunning scenery of Utah's red rock country.
When Does Women-Specific Gear Matter? Ann Bieri|April 20, 2017 When does women’s-specific gear truly make a difference in fit and performance? We asked some REI experts to weigh in.
Hiking in the Name of Science Enrique Gili|April 13, 2017 Nature nerds take to the woods as citizen scientists. It started with a meltdown on the Appalachian Trail in 2004. After a bruising day t...