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...
5 Best Hikes to Waterfalls in National Parks Laura Bauer|September 9, 2016 We've rounded up some of the prettiest waterfall hikes in our national parks. Find the perfect waterfall hike in your local park at the REI Co-Op Journal!
These Podcasts Will Inspire You to Get Out into the Backcountry Abigail Wise|September 8, 2016 Read about the top backpacking podcasts that will inspire your next adventure! Check out our list of the best shows to listen to before hitting the backcountry.
REEL ROCK 11: Brette Shannon Davis|September 7, 2016 "Follow rising talent Brette Harrington on a global journey from her hometown granite in Squamish to the big wall proving ground of Yosemite...
Mileposts Episode 5: Calling Home REI Staff|August 31, 2016 Listen to the Mileposts episode Coming Home, brought to you by REI and The Dirt Bag Diaries. Travel with father and son through three of our National Parks.
Meet the Man Who’s Visiting All 400+ National Park Units REI Staff|August 23, 2016 "You don't have to be a 'type' to get outside and experience the world." Mikah Meyer was 19 when his father passed away from esophageal c...
