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Here’s How You Can Support the Land and Water Conservation Fund

Aer Parris|September 4, 2018

At the end of September, a bipartisan program that has helped conserve our public lands for the past five decades will expire, unless Congress takes action. Tha...

First Look: REI Co-op Rainier Rain Jacket

Aer Parris|August 21, 2018

When the rain hits, you want gear that keeps you dry, but not at the cost of breaking the bank. Enter the REI Co-op Rainier rain jacket (women's and men's). It’...

Pick a camping personality and we’ll tell you what tent you need next.

Aer Parris|August 9, 2018

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The First-Ever Teen LGBTQ Outward Bound Trip

Aer Parris|August 8, 2018

On a bluebird June afternoon, blue, pink and white flags waved as thousands of people pressed forward into Dolores Park for this year’s San Francisco Trans Marc...

Montana’s East Rosebud Creek Named New Wild and Scenic River

Aer Parris|August 7, 2018

Stunning scenery, great trout fishing, pulse-quickening whitewater rafting and waterside recreation like hiking and climbing make Montana’s East Rosebud Creek s...

A New Role at REI: Inclusion in the Outdoors

Aer Parris|August 1, 2018

Just a few months ago we created a new role here at the co-op: senior marketing program manager of our For All initiatives. It’s a role that informs and influen...

Should Youth Programs Include All Genders? Outdoor Organizations Weigh In.

Aer Parris|July 30, 2018

Gender inclusion in outdoor youth programs has been a topic of discussion among organizations, communities and families for years. The conversation bubbled up a...

Meet 8 Southbound PCT Thru-Hikers

Aer Parris|July 30, 2018

Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is a huge endeavor. It’s a physical feat, a wilderness challenge and an unparalleled life experience. Most people, to the t...

Best-Selling Outdoor Gear in 2018 (so far)

Aer Parris|July 16, 2018

We’re pretty obsessed with gear—and have been for the past 80 years. And if you’re here, that means you’re also probably pretty obsessed. We are constantly choo...

Our Best Gear, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers

Aer Parris|July 12, 2018

Here at the co-op, we test tons of products. Small to large, complicated to simple, we’ve tried them out and brought you reviews of the best of the best. Howeve...

Athlete Mariah Gilbert Wins Gold at the Special Olympics After Only Paddle Boarding For a Year

Aer Parris|July 10, 2018

Editor’s note: REI was honored to be a sponsor of the 2018 Special Olympics USA Games and the presenting sponsor of the Stand Up Paddle Board event. The Spec...

Celebrating #OutsideWithPride

Aer Parris|June 25, 2018

The outdoors is for all. And every now and then we need to take a moment to celebrate the voices that aren’t always heard. That’s why we took to the streets thi...

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