A Cartographer’s Hiking Bucket List Jeremy Goldsmith|October 14, 2016 Because the best person to pick your next favorite trail is the one who maps them for a living Growing up in Los Angeles, my family and I...
How to Photograph Beautiful Waterfalls Backpacker Magazine|October 10, 2016 Learn to produce cascade shots that actually do justice to the real thing. Watch the Weather If possible, wait for a cloudy day, which sim...
Pray for Snow Parties: Hang With Us or Host Your Own REI Staff|October 7, 2016 Get ready for the winter season and attend a Pray for Snow Party. Can't make one at REI? Host your own with your friends and pray to the snow gods.
DIY: How to Build a Portable Ski or Snowboard Waxing Table Stacey Cook|October 7, 2016 Have limited space to wax and tune your ski or snowboard? We have you covered. Here's a step-by-step guide to build your own waxing table.
Welcome to Suburban National Park Paradise Mikah Meyer|October 7, 2016 Cuyahoga Valley, where urban living meets some of the best hiking trails in the Midwest "What can't you do here?" my travel companion ask...
How to Stay Safe from Lightning in the Backcountry (According to a Meteorologist) Joel Gratz|September 27, 2016 Learn how to stay safe from lightning while backpacking in the backcountry with tips from a meteorologist. Read our guide on backpacking lightning safety at REI.
5 Reasons to Visit Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Mikah Meyer|September 26, 2016 Hidden hikes and backcountry island camping make this NPS unit a must-see. Located on the northwest coast of Michigan's Lower Peninsula s...
9 of Colorado’s Top Hikes Laura Bauer|September 23, 2016 Learn the beauty of Upper Buffalo Wilderness on one of Colorado's top hikes. Explore stunning landscapes and wildlife on this unforgettable adventure.
Color Me Intrigued: Why Do Leaves Change Color Gemina Garland-Lewis|September 22, 2016 Ever ask yourself, "Why do leaves change color?" Well we have the answer. It comes down to pigments, weather, and tree species.
5 Under-the-Radar Hikes in the Upper Midwest’s National Park Units Mikah Meyer|September 14, 2016 Discover the top 5 backpacking trails in the Midwest's national park units. REI's expert guide will help you plan your next adventure.
Monumental: Skiing Our National Parks REI Staff|September 13, 2016 Check out the trailer for “Monumental: Skiing Our National Parks. We're proud to partner with Powder to take us into the heart of our country’s wild places.
The Cure for Wanderlust? Follow Your Dreams. Leslie Kehmeier|September 13, 2016 Chris Winter loves to travel the world and ride mountain bikes. So, he made that his career. The first time I met Chris, my husband and I...
