No matter how you slice it, we love our state parks. 807 million visitors explored forests, canyons, beaches and deserts at more than 8,500 state parks in 2018,...
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...
“I’d rather hang out with men than women.”
“My experience with other women in the outdoors is that they’re hostile and competitive.”
“Guys are more relaxed and ...
The women who can take you off your bike and into your running shoes on slickrock
When you hear Moab, you probably think of mountain biking, and why not? The r...
Energy and a Healthy Outdoors
As a co-op that knows that a life outdoors is a life well lived, we have long recognized the connection between energy use, clima...
We sat down in Los Angeles with REI members Yolanda and her daughter Stacey to find out what drives their passion for the outdoors.
Why is “outside” important?...
A personal insight
In this interview from early April 2017, Ueli Steck explains the details of his goals for his Himalayan climbing season. Along with partne...
This Southerner savors his region one ride—and peanut shack—at a time.
Avery Creek is a bit of a mess when we reach the top of the trail, but in a good way. ...
The climbing world mourns the loss of the "Swiss Machine"
Renowned Swiss alpinist Ueli Steck died on Sunday April, 30, while climbing alone on 7,861-meter Nu...
Add to your distance, up your technique, and explore some of the most underrated trails in the country
The South is an untapped haven for trail runners. I...
There's an increased connection between nature and technology, but how far is too far?
Many of us seek outdoor spaces as a place to unplug from the constant pu...
Because even unsolicited pointers can turn out to be just what the doctor ordered
We all know that mountain biking prepares us for (and makes us better at) r...
